WISTA Bermuda Visits Norwegian Aqua

“WISTA Bermuda, a chapter of the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association [WISTA], was welcomed aboard Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Cruise Line’s [NCL] newest vessel, during her inaugural season A spokesperson said, “The visit was timed...

Norway Detects Unidentified Drone Over North Sea Gas Field

An unidentified drone was detected over the Sleipner gas field in the North Sea, operated by the Norwegian company Equinor, on the evening of September 29, Norwegian police reported, as cited by the local outlet VG. The incident comes amid growing...

India-EFTA Free Trade Agreement to take effect on Oct 1: Piyush Goyal

The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) nations—comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland—finalised in March 2024, is set to take effect from October 1, 2025.Piyush Goyal, Union...

US boosts local economy

The USS Gerald R. Ford in Norwegian waters Credit:Hans A. Rosbach Creative Commons The world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is set to dock in the Bay of Palma from October 3 to 8. Boasting 4,500 personnel, the local economy...

A Drone Has Been Spotted Over A Gas Field In Norway

3 Police and intelligence have launched an investigation. Norway has recorded an unidentified drone flying over the Equinor gas field in the North Sea, reports VG. The drone was reportedly spotted by Equinor employees on the evening of Monday,...

Taiwan marks 114th National Day with reception in Oslo

In order to celebrate Taiwan’s 114th National Day. the Taipei Representative Office in Sweden, led by Ambassador Risheng Gu and his wife, hosted a dinner in Oslo on 25 September. Photo: Facebook. The Taipei Representative Office in Sweden, led by...

India, EFTA trade pact to come into force from Oct 1;  USD 100 bn investment in next 15 yrs

NEW DELHI, Sept 30: The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday under which New Delhi has received an investment commitment of USD 100 billion in 15 years from the grouping...

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd launches Loyalty Status Honoring Program

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. has launched its new Loyalty Status Honoring Program, enabling guests to have their loyalty status honoured across all three cruise brands. Beginning with sailings departing 15 October 2025, members of Latitudes...

India-EFTA trade pact to take effect from Oct 1

The India-EFTA free trade pact, effective October 1, commits USD 100 billion investment over 15 years and promises one million jobs. It cuts duties on Swiss goods while boosting Indian services access in Europe through Switzerland, Norway,...

Williamsen takes on duties for Norway’s downtown

Kenzie Williamsen is serving as interim coordinator for Norway's Downtown Development Authority, having more than two years of experience as Iron Mountain's former DDA coordinator. (Terri Castelaz/Daily News photo) NORWAY — A new, but familiar...

Gaza peace plan: Trump the businessman’s big imprint; for India, reasons for relief, caution

In one of the most ambitious plans to bring about peace in Gaza as the war nears its second anniversary, US President Donald Trump — after eight months of negotiations — has put forward a 20-point proposal.Titled the “Comprehensive Plan to End the...

Drone Sightings Over Norwegian Oil Platform and Scandinavian Airspace Heighten Security Measures

In Norway, according to the Norwegian public broadcaster NRK, the Sleipner A platform serves as an integrated system for drilling, production, and handling of oil in the North Sea. According to police, reports of a potential drone sighting came in...

This SA city was named among the worst for business travel

For entrepreneurs and executives, business travel is about more than catching flights and booking hotels. A productive business destination needs fast internet, reliable infrastructure, accessible hotels, and a mix of convenience and culture to...

India, EFTA trade pact to come into force from Oct 1; $100 billion investment in next 15 years

The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday under which New Delhi has received an investment commitment of $100 billion in 15 years from the grouping while allowing several...

Norway Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – Chile 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup; Group F Matchday 1

Nigeria is the most hated nation in the world. 2 penalties not awarded in Favor of Nigeria even when VAR check shows that they were clear handball Ref always tried to make excuses why it’s not a penalty. Nigerians should withdraw from matches and...

Unidentified drone spotted over Norwegian gas field, police investigating

An unidentified drone was observed flying over the Equinor-operated Sleipner gas field in the North Sea on the evening of Sept. 29, according to the Norwegian police, as reported by local media outlet VG. The incident comes amid heightened...

Why West Bank is central to Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Situated between Israel and Jordan on the western bank of the Jordan River, the West Bank is central to a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which envisions an independent Palestine encompassing the West Bank and Gaza with...

India-EFTA trade deal kicks in Oct 1: Swiss watches, chocolates to cost less

The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday under which New Delhi has received an investment commitment of USD 100 billion in 15 years from the grouping while allowing several...

Norway expects deeper cooperation with China in maritime industry: official

OSLO, Sept. 29 (Xinhua) -- Norway looks forward to strengthening cooperation with China in the maritime industry and other fields, a Norwegian official said on Monday. Even Tronstad Sagebakken, state secretary at the Ministry of Trade, Industry...

Norwegian FA president calls for Israel to be suspended from international competition

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