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In what is being viewed as a historic move for Switzerland, which is known for its foreign-policy neutrality, along with Austria signed a declaration of intent, on Friday (July 7), to join the European air defence system Sky Shield.

Neutral Switzerland, Austria to join German-led European Sky Shield defence initiative

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Authorities in Austria, on Sunday (June 18) said they foiled a possible attack on a pride parade which was to be held in the capital of Vienna on Saturday. The police have arrested three suspects, aged 20, 17 and 14, who allegedly sympathised with the extremist Islamic State group.

Austrian police foil planned attack on Vienna’s pride parade; three arrested

Some 200 passengers in Austria were evacuated on Wednesday (June 7) after the train they were travelling in caught fire in a tunnel in Tyrol. Speaking to the news agency AFP, local police said that around 45 passengers suffered minor injuries, likely from smoke inhalation.

Austria: 200 passengers evacuated after train catches fire

The house in Austria where Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler was born will be converted into a human rights training centre for police officers, Austria's Interior Ministry announced this week.

Hitler's birthplace in Austria to be converted into a human rights training centre

The picturesque backdrop of Austrian town, Hallstatt, filled with mountains is believed to have inspired Arendelle, the kingdom of Disney’s Frozen. So, every year, millions of tourists flock to town hoping to click some selfies with the world-famous view.

Austrian town, that inspired Disney's Frozen, erects fence to stop tourists from taking selfies

A train in Austria started playing Hitler's speeches through the intercom. How did the culprit hijack the intercom? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Austrian train plays Hitler's speeches

The Munich Security Conference is presently underway in Germany and amidst a series of conversations, discussions and all debates that have been hosted on the platform. The forum itself is at the centre of debate questions are being raised about its significance.

Austrian FM Alexander Schallenberg speaks to WION, says 'Munich Summit not an eco chamber of West'

Austria is facing heavy criticism after the country granted visas to Russian lawmakers who have been sanctioned amid Moscow’s ongoing conflict with Ukraine to attend the Organization for Security and Cooperation (OSCE) meeting in Vienna.

Austria faces criticism for granting visas to sanctioned Russian lawmakers for the upcoming OSCE meeting

Austria's foreign ministry said on Thursday (February 2) that it expelled four Russian diplomats, including two accredited with the United Nations in Vienna. According to a statement, the diplomats have been asked to leave Austria within a week, i.

Austria expels four Russian diplomats, asks them to leave within a week

During his maiden visit to Vienna, India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM), Dr S Jaishankar, on Monday (December 2) addressed a press conference with his Austrian counterpart, Alexander Schallenberg.

EAM Jaishankar defends India's stance on Russia-Ukraine, calls out Europe on its ‘long silence’

One of the greats in Winter sports has announced his retirement. Austria's Matthias Mayer has called time on his glittering career with three Olympic medals. The 32-year-old won his third gold medal at this year's Beijing Winter Games winning the Super G title.

Austrian Skiing great Matthias Mayer retires as Olympic champion 'reaches his limit'

Austria termed India a "close and trusted partner" ahead of India's foreign minister Dr S. Jaishankar's visit to the country. The Indian minister will be in the country from 1st to 3rd January during which he will hold talks with his counterpart, the Austrian foreign minister Alexander Schallenberg.

Austria terms India a close and trusted partner ahead of EAM Jaishankar's visit

Almost 10 people are reported to be buried in an avalanche that occurred in western Austria's Lech/Zuers free skiing area on Sunday, reported the Austrian Press Agency (APA), adding that the authorities have been able to rescue one person.

At least 10 tourists buried in avalanche in Austrian ski resort: APA

Austrian officials have rescued a 10-member group of skiers caught in an avalanche near a Lech-Zuers resort in western Austria on Sunday. They used helicopters, searchlights, and avalanche dogs to locate the missing people.

Avalanche in Austria: All 10 missing skiers rescued, four injured

Museums have become a target ground for climate activists who have used art time and again to create awareness about the consequences of climate crisis. The latest one being conducted in Austria, where the climate activists who belong to the last generation attacked a painting.

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The announcement by punk rock singer Dominik Wlazny to run for the president’s office came as a surprise for everyone in the country. What made the campaign even more interesting was the name of his political outfit – Beer Party – and the promise of free beer to all his supporters in the campaign.

Austria's Beer Party gaining national prominence after election success

Who wouldn't want to inherit a fortune worth billions? Meet Austria's Marlene Engelhorn who isn't happy to have inherited a huge fortune from her affluent grandparents.

This German heiress wants her $4.2 billion worth inheritance to be taxed away

Scientists at the University College London, UK and Austria’s Innsbruck University have developed a more accurate predictive test that can detect the changes in cells which can lead to cervical cancer.

Report: More accurate test for cervical cancer developed by scientists in UK, Austria

Austria is dragging the European Union (EU) to court. Reportedly, the central European country is not happy with the EU's decision to characterise natural gas and nuclear power generation as sustainable energies.

Austria files lawsuit against EU for greenwashing natural gas and nuclear energy

Austria is electing its next president and the counting is almost over. Exit polls showing a second six-year term for Alexander Van Der Bellen. He has received just over 56% of the votes.

Austria presidential election: Van Der Bellen says 'Europe has won'

As the country struggles with high inflation, Austrians will be voting for its new President. Elections is expected to bring back incumbent Van Der Bellen. He is expected to be re-elected after six years.

Austrians vote to elect new President; Van Der Bellen in lead

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