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Russia's Syria intervention provided hints for Ukraine invasion

Observers say Russia's brazen military intervention in Syria and the impunity with which it was met emboldened Vladimir Putin

Congress demands all-party parliamentary meet on Ukraine crisis

The Congress has been critical of the government's evacuation exercise

Indian students in east Ukraine facing grim situation, says evacuee

A number of students evacuated from Ukraine arrived in Mumbai by an Air India Express flight from the Romanian capital Bucharest on Tuesday morning.

Ukraine war: West questions whether Putin has become dangerously unstable

Putin for 20 yrs has struck rivals as reckless, but his behaviour in ordering Ukraine invasion and putting Russia's nuclear forces on high alert has some in West questioning, if he has become unstable

From banking to sports to vodka, Russia's isolation grows amid Ukraine war

It's a globalised world a planet stitched together by intricate supply chains, banking, sports and countless other threads of deep connection. Until it isn't.

India's evacuation programme most active among all nations: Govt sources

There has been criticism from some quarters, especially opposition parties, over the alleged delay in India's response to evacuate its citizens, mostly students

Huge honour to become World No.1, says Russian tennis ace Daniil Medvedev

Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev has said that it is a huge honour for him to become the new world number one.He also said that this accolade comes with mixed emotions after what has happened in the last week between Russia and Ukraine."It's a huge honour to take over this spot. I'm sure everyone can understand it comes with mixed emotions that it happens this week. Thank you to my wife, team, sponsors, friends, & everyone that has helped along the way. It's a long journey and I look forward to the years ahead," tweeted Medvedev.Medvedev on Monday became the 27th player to reach No. 1 in the ATP Rankings. The 26-year-old (8,615 points) passed Serbian Novak Djokovic (8,465), who has held the top spot in men's tennis for a record 361 total weeks.Medvedev is the first player outside the 'Big Four' of Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray to hold the top spot in 18 years, three weeks and six days, since Andy Roddick on February 1, 2004.The last time there was a .

US expels 12 diplomats from Russia's mission to UN, Moscow says hostile act

US has expelled 12 diplomats from Russia's mission to the UN, saying they engaged in espionage activities, a move which Moscow described as hostile action and gross violation of commitments by the US

Putin's claim to rid Ukraine of Nazis is absurd given its history

It is worth pointing out that Ukraine today is a vibrant, pluralistic democracy

Russia's security concerns must be considered for Ukraine settlement: Putin

Putin said Russia is open to negotiations with Ukraine and expressed hope they would lead to the desired result

US-based NGO helping in evacuation of foreign students stranded in Ukraine

Sewa International already has over 4,000 students registered in its helpline, with its volunteers making concerted efforts to help evacuate another 400

Ukraine crisis: Russia's ultra-rich count cost of $83 bn wealth wipeout

Russia's $1.5 trillion economy is already reeling from sanctions that targeted key banks and may prevent Putin from accessing the bulk of more than $640 billion in central bank reserves.

Beijing's pro-Russia approach may jeopardize safety of Chinese in Ukraine

According to the Chinese embassy in Kyiv, there were around 6,000 Chinese nationals in Ukraine when Russia launched its military operations in the country

Russia stripped of 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship hosting rights

During an extraordinary meeting, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Council evaluated the impact of the current situation between Russia and Ukraine.

'Return to diplomacy,' says India on Russia-Ukraine conflict at UNGA

India on Monday again advocated for peaceful settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and said the Indian government firmly believes in the path of diplomacy.

Biden tells Americans to not worry about nuclear war after Russian actions

US President Joe Biden said on Monday Americans should not worry about a nuclear war after Moscow put its nuclear deterrent on high alert amid a barrage of Western reprisals over Russia-Ukraine crisis

Disney to pause theatrical releases in Russia amid conflict with Ukraine

Disney will also reportedly halt the release of 'Turning Red' from Pixar, which was previously set to premiere in the country on March 10

Blinken assures more sanctions against Russia, says Ukrainian FM

Ukrainian Foreign Minister also held talks with Lithuanian counterpart Gabrielius Landsbergis and Singapore counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan.

Russia-Ukraine war: Pleas to stop buying Russian oil and gas go unheeded

Washington and Brussels have carved out loopholes big enough for an oil tanker in their current sanctions policy, allowing the trade to continue.

Oil prices climb as market weighs release of reserves vs Russia disruption

May Brent crude futures, which began trading as prompt on Tuesday, gained about 1% at 0141 GMT to $98.90.