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‘Colonial mindset’: Norwegian newspaper publishes cartoon of PM Modi as snake charmer, calls him ‘a cunning and slightly irritating man’; triggers massive backlash

A Norwegian newspaper published a cartoon of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that sparked outrage. Critics called the illustration racist, linking it to colonial-era stereotypes of India. The cartoon appeared alongside an opinion piece and during discussions about PM Modi's press interactions in Norway. This incident has reignited debates about…

The Economic Times · May 20

A six-year-old boy discovers an ancient Viking-era sword during a school trip in Norway

What would have otherwise been an ordinary visit to school in Norway turned into an incredible adventure for archaeologists thanks to six-year-old Henrik Refsnes Mørtvedt, who unearthed a 1,300-year old sword while digging through some dirt in a field in Innlandet county. The boy made his discovery in a field…

The Times of India · May 20

Sebastian Stan's Cannes transformation stuns in 'Fjord' premiere

Sebastian Stan delivers one of his biggest transformations yet in 'Fjord', Cristian Mungiu's tense Competition drama about a Romanian family who move to rural Norway and become increasingly isolated from the local community. Co-starring Renate Reinsve, the film marks Stan's first role in Romanian.

France 24 · May 19

Rahul Gandhi takes dig at PM Modi on Norway pension fund dropping Adani shares from portfolio

Rahul Gandhi took aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding a move by Norway’s pension fund to drop Adani Green Energy from its investments.

The Economic Times · May 19

Who is Sibi George? MEA diplomat defending India's Press Freedom as PM Narendra Modi gets heckled by Norwegian journalist

Sibi George: Senior Indian diplomat Sibi George has gone viral after a sharp exchange with a Norwegian journalist over India’s democracy, human rights and press freedom record during a media briefing linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Norway visit. But who exactly is the man behind the headline-making moment?

The Economic Times · May 19

Malaysia seeks €216m compensation from Norwegian firm over scrapped missile deal

Delivery of the Naval Strike Missile system as well as launcher components was revoked that had been destined for Malaysia's littoral combat ship programme under the terms of a 2018 deal.

Euronews · May 19

Norway’s PM took questions. Modi left Indian envoy to face Norwegian media

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had just walked off stage without taking a single question from journalists, including one shouted at him by Norwegian commentator Helle Lyng of Dagsavisen. What followed, when MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George and other ministry officials faced the media, was one of the more…

Newslaundry · May 19

Helle Lyng reaches out to Rahul Gandhi amid PM Modi controversy in Norway, asks, “Would you be available for a phone interview?”

Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng sought an interview with Rahul Gandhi after Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly avoided her questions in Norway. Lyng had attempted to question Modi as he left a stage. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Prime Minister's actions on social media. Later, at a press briefing, Indian officials defended…

The Economic Times · May 19

PM Modi calls for early end to conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine

India and Norway have established a Green Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store discussed expanding cooperation in clean energy, climate resilience, and the blue economy. Both leaders called for resolving global tensions through dialogue and diplomacy. The partnership aims to combine India's scale…

The Economic Times · May 18

‘Why don’t you take questions?’: Press freedom concerns follow PM Modi from Hague to Oslo

A video circulating on X has added fresh fuel to the ongoing controversy surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation tour – this time from Oslo, where a Norwegian journalist attempted to question him as he walked off stage with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Newslaundry · May 18