The European Union has imposed a fine of $1.16 million per day on Poland over a dispute of the rule of the law. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has asked Warsaw to pay the fine for maintaining a disciplinary chamber for judges.

'Pressure of blackmail': EU court imposes massive fine of over $1 million per day on Poland

Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki accused the EU of "blackmail" during a public clash with the EU chief over Poland's rejection of parts of EU law. Speaking during a public confrontation with European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, Morawiecki said that "it is unacceptable to talk about financial penalties.

EU-Poland spat: Polish PM accuses EU of 'blackmail'

Taliban’s new government in Afghanistan has warned a possible influx of refugees if the US and European envoys continue slapping sanctions on the terrorist organisations.

Taliban urge US, EU to 'end existing sanctions' to avoid refugee crisis

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually addressed the Shanghai cooperation organisation or SCO summit, highlighting Central Asia's Sufi heritage to fight extremism.

At SCO, PM Modi highlights Central Asia's Sufi heritage to fight extremism

The European Union has stepped up its engagement on Indo Pacific with adoption of a joint communication on the EU strategy for cooperation in the Indo Pacific. This plan includes concrete actions to reinforce the strategic engagement with the region which was tasked by the EU Council in April of this year.

Deepening partnership with India: EU steps up engagement in Indo Pacific with new plan

According to a new announcement by the Hungarian government, apart from schools, churches will also be subject to the controversial provisions of Hungary's new anti-LGBTQ law.

Churches in Hungary to be subject to anti LGBTQ law

The European Union has hit its target of delivering enough coronavirus vaccine to cover 70 per cent of the adult population, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Saturday.

EU hits goal of delivering vaccines for 70% of adults

The European Union's chief executive Ursula von der Leyen, facing pressure to cut funding to Budapest, has warned Hungary to reverse course on its controversial LGBTQ law.

European Union warns Hungary to 'rectify' anti-LGBTQ law

The EU and India were set to bolster warming ties at a virtual summit Saturday by relaunching long-stalled trade talks and agreeing to work together against the coronavirus pandemic battering the south Asian giant.

EU and India relaunch trade quest at COVID-hit summit

An official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said that Modi expressed his appreciation of the EU and its member states for mobilizing rapid support for India’s fight against the second wave of covid-19.

PM Modi discusses Covid-19 situation with European Commission President

The European Commission’s first female President Ursula von der Leyen recently shed light on the sexism she faced during a meeting in Turkey on April 6. Von der Leyen was reportedly “hurt” after she was left without a chair at the meeting in Ankara.

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen blames sexism for 'sofagate' in Turkey

The European Union’s first female chief, Ursula von der Leyen, was left speechless after the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, the former Belgian prime minister and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan took the chairs, one of which was supposed to be Ursula’s.

'Dictator': Turkey and Italy get into spat after EU chief left without chair during equal rights talk

EU Commission chief Ursula Von Der leyen left without a seat as Turkey President Erdogan & EU Council head Charles Michel snap up the only 2 chairs during Ankara meet. Confusion or Sexism?

'SofaGate': Turkish Sofa arrangement hits European Union

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu on Thursday said President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen in line with "demands and suggestions from the EU side", rejecting criticism that Ankara snubbed her.

Turkey denies it snubbed EU chief during Ankara visit

The European Union's top officials met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on Tuesday, weeks after Erdogan took conciliatory steps and EU leaders agreed to increase trade and improve cooperation with Turkey on migration.

EU leaders meet Turkey's Erdogan for talks on migration, trade

EU chiefs Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen will travel to Turkey on April 6 for a meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, an EU spokesman said Monday.

European Union chiefs to visit Turkey on April 6

The European Union (EU) threatened to invoke emergency powers to block European exports of Covid-19 vaccines to ensure "reciprocity" with other suppliers, urging Britain to send Europe more jabs.

'Crisis of century': EU threatens ban on coronavirus vaccine exports to UK

The European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen proposed Digital Green Certificates for free and safe movement in the EU, while warning stricter curbs against coronavirus vaccine exports.

EU Chief proposes 'digital green certificates' and stricter curbs on vaccine exports

European Union Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has said women must know whether their employers treat them fairly, while pitching to address wage imbalances and close the gender pay gap.

Won't stop pushing for gender quotas on boards, says EU's Ursula von der Leyen on gender pay gap

The EU has so far approved three vaccines – those produced by BioNTech/Pfizer, Moderna and Oxford-AstraZeneca, but roll-outs have been hampered by delivery delays.

EU Chief Ursula Von Der Leyen acknowledges failings in Covid Vaccine rollout

In recent weeks, the European Union countries have faced a delay in the delivery of the coronavirus vaccines which has raised alarms. The delay has been caused as the Pfizer-BioNTech has not been able to supply the promised doses.

EU chief says companies 'must deliver' coronavirus vaccines; Germany agrees

The EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen, while talking at a summit assured the Commission supports "a fast, smooth rollout of vaccination in the EU" as it is the "only way to eradicate the virus.

EU Chief aims to strengthen Indo-EU ties; Ministers raise concern on vaccine delay

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday he wanted to improve relations with the European Union and was hoping for the same approach from the 27-nation bloc.

Turkish President Erdogan says want EU ties 'back on track'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said: "I believe in the strength of US institutions and democracy. Peaceful transition of power is at the core.

'Joe Biden has a daunting task ahead of him', says EU chief Ursula von der Leyen over Capitol riots