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Ukraine on edge for more attacks from Russians, humanitarian aid pledged

Ukraine prepared for more Russian strikes against energy and other key infrastructure on Monday in what appears to be a weekly pattern, and warned of possible evacuations from the capital. Estonia's foreign minister joined counterparts from six Baltic and Nordic nations in the largest delegation to visit Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale war to pledge electric generators, warm clothes and food. The goal is to help Ukrainians cope with their coldest months of need and keep their resolve high. "Russia is weaponising civilian energy security, and it is truly shameful, Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu said in Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned late on Sunday that Russian troops are preparing new strikes, and as long as they have missiles, they won't stop. He met on Monday with senior government officials to discuss what actions to take. The upcoming week can be as hard as the one that passed, he predicted. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns against new Russian strikes

After last week's large-scale Russian attack, President Volodymyr Zelenksy warned that Moscow is "preparing new strikes" and the coming days "may be difficult"

Russia-Ukraine war to blame for fewer migratory birds in Haridwar: Expert

The exotic fowls flying in from far-off lands are a little less in number than recorded in previous years and their arrival, too, was delayed by 3 weeks, said a globally renowned ornithologist.

Ukraine works to restore water, power after Russian strikes Kherson

Ukrainian authorities endeavoured on Saturday to restore electricity and water services after recent pummelling by Russian military strikes that vastly damaged infrastructure, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying millions have seen their power restored since blackouts swept the war-battered country days earlier. Skirmishes continued in the east and residents from the southern city of Kherson headed north and west to flee after punishing, deadly bombardments by Russian forces in recent days. The strikes have been seen as attempts at Russian retribution against Ukraine's beleaguered but defiant people after Ukrainian troops over two week ago liberated the city that had been in Russian hands for many months. The key task of today, as well as other days of this week, is energy," Zelenskyy said in his nightly televised address late Friday. From Wednesday to today we have managed to halve the number of people whose electricity is cut off, to stabilize the system. He said, however,

Germany, France pledge mutual support to avert possible energy crunch

Germany and France have pledged to provide each other mutual support in preventing a possible energy crisis after supplies from Russia dried up amid the war in Ukraine. As part of a joint agreement signed by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne on Friday, Germany will provide France with electricity while getting much-needed natural gas in return. Friends help each other in need, Scholz said after the signing ceremony in Berlin. Borne echoed that sentiment, saying the friendship between the two European heavyweight was crucial. It has already proved it can withstand tests and master many challenges, she said. Before Russia launched its war in Ukraine nine months ago, Germany was heavily reliant on Russian gas supplies. Since then, Germany has scrambled to find other sources, including by ramping up imports of liquefied natural gas. France, meanwhile, is struggling to meet its electricity needs due to repairs at several of the country's nuclear po

17 people and a dog between Ukraine's neighbour and blackout: Report

Backed by a staff of 17, acting Energocom general director Victor Binzari and his two sidekicks have been scrambling to find new sources of power since mid-October

IT sector hiring down 43% in Oct; recovery likely in Jan-March: Study

Ukraine war, funding cuts for start-ups, companies tightening spending among reasons for hiring decline

Sunflower oil shipments to India from Russia, Ukraine return to normal

Argentina stays top exporter to India since war broke out

Forex reserves rise for second week in a row; up $2.5 bn to $547.25 bn

The latest data marks the first time since May that the RBI's reserves have risen for two consecutive weeks

The Ukraine war's shockwaves are hurting Bangladesh's apparel industry

Clothing and textile production is by far the biggest industry in Bangladesh

NATO vows to aid Ukraine against Russia 'for as long as it takes'

NATO is determined to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia for as long as it takes and will help the war-wrecked country transform its armed forces into a modern army up to Western standards, the alliance's Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg vowed on Friday. Speaking to reporters ahead of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Romania next week, Stoltenberg urged countries that want to, either individually or in groups, to keep providing air defense systems and other weapons to Ukraine. NATO as an organisation does not supply weapons. NATO will continue to stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes. We will not back down, the former Norwegian prime minister said. Allies are providing unprecedented military support, and I expect foreign ministers will also agree to step up non-lethal support. Stoltenberg said that members of the 30-nation security organisation have been delivering fuel, generators, medical supplies, winter equipment and drone jamming devices, but that more will

Ukraine sets up 3,720 emergency shelters amid widespread power outage

Ukrainian authorities have set up 3,720 emergency shelters across the country after a latest barrage of Russian missile strikes caused widespread electricity outage, a top official said

'Russia's Google' Yandex to relocate amid mounting impact of sanctions

Yandex is aiming to move its new technologies outside Russia and sell established businesses, including internet browsers, food delivery apps, and tax-hailing apps

EU heads for December agreement for proposed price cap on imported gas

Any agreement on the European Commission's proposal to cap the price of imported gas will be postponed until the middle of December, said Jozef Sikela, the Czech minister of industry and trade

Explainer: The effect of Russian oil price cap, ban on global economy

Western governments are aiming to cap the price of Russia's oil exports in an attempt to limit the fossil fuel earnings that support Moscow's budget, its military and the invasion of Ukraine. The cap is set to take effect on Dec. 5, the same day the European Union will impose a boycott on most Russian oil its crude that is shipped by sea. The EU was still negotiating what the price ceiling should be. The twin measures could have an uncertain effect on the price of oil as worries over lost supply through the boycott compete with fears about lower demand from a slowing global economy. Here are basic facts about the price cap, the EU embargo and what they could mean for consumers and the global economy: WHAT IS THE PRICE CAP AND HOW WOULD IT WORK? U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has proposed the cap with other Group of 7 allies as a way to limit Russia's earnings while keeping Russian oil flowing to the global economy. The aim is to hurt Moscow's finances while avoiding a sharp

50 Ukrainian servicemen freed in latest prisoner swap with Russia

Among those released were two officers, as well as 48 sergeants and soldiers, Yermak wrote on Telegram on Thursday

India seeks to use global energy challenge as opportunity: Hardeep Puri

G7 nations, including the United States, as well as the European Union and Australia, are planning to implement a likely price cap of $65 to $70 a barrel on sea-borne Russian oil exports from Dec 5

Ukraine works to restore power after Russia's missile, drone attack

About 70 per cent of the Ukrainian capital was left without power, Kyiv's mayor said on Thursday, a day after Moscow unleashed yet another devastating missile and drone barrage on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Wednesday's renewed Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure caused power outages across large parts of the country, further hobbling Ukraine's already battered power network and adding to the misery for civilians as temperatures plunge. The strikes also caused power outages in neighbouring Moldova. Russia has been targeting Ukraine's power infrastructure following a string of battlefield setbacks its forces suffered during the full scale war it launched February 24, exactly nine months ago on Thursday. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said in a Telegram statement that power engineers are doing their best to get (electricity) back as soon as possible and added that the water supply has been restored in about half of Kyiv on the left bank of the Dnieper River. Ukraine's Gener

Dubai-based Coral Energy turns focus to Asia, halts trade in Russian crude

he trading house emerged as one of the key suppliers of Russian crudes to Asia after some western entities shunned purchase of Russian oil

Zelenskyy accuses Russia of 'crimes against humanity' in UN speech

In his address to the UNSC, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of committing "crimes against humanity" after a new barrage of missile strikes caused widespread power outages