Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 15th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Level 4 self-driving cars may come to Europe next year, says Nvidia executive
Euronews Next sat down with Nvidia’s vice president of the automotive team and spoke about how AI is changing the gears of self-driving cars, what it will mean for Europe, what we would do when we commute, and how it may change infrastructure.
India To Build 80% of 114 Rafale Jets Locally, New Delhi Demands Max Localisation
India is advancing negotiations for the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force, with approximately 80 per cent of the aircraft set to be manufactured domestically. This ambitious localisation drive reflects New Delhi’s determination to bolster indigenous defence production capabilities.Government sources have revealed that the deal encompasses the transfer of key
Dynamatic Technologies Delivers First Full Set of Eight Airbus A220 Doors Ahead of Schedule, Boosting Atmanirbhar Initiative
Image:X.com Dynamatic Technologies, a Bangalore-based firm, has marked a significant milestone in India’s aerospace sector by delivering the first complete ship-set of all eight doors for the Airbus A220 aircraft. This achievement came ahead of schedule, underscoring the company’s prowess in complex Aerostructure manufacturing. The delivery includes main passenger doors,
The New Pinaka LRGR-120 Missile: A Quiet Elevation In India’s Offensive Capabilities
India has bolstered air defence, artillery systems with cutting-edge upgradesIndia’s Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR-120) represents a pivotal advancement in the Indian Army’s artillery capabilities, as highlighted in a recent report from the US-based magazine The National Interest.Successfully tested by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at the end of last year, this
FICCI Urges 30% Defence Capex Hike, ₹10K Crores DRDO Boost
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has urged the government to elevate the capital outlay share within the Defence Budget to 30 per cent from the current 26 per cent in the forthcoming Union Budget 2026.This recommendation forms part of FICCI’s pre-Budget memorandum, which underscores the imperative for heightened investment amid escalating global uncertainties and
US Suspends Immigrant Visas For Pakistanis Among Others
The United States has delivered a significant blow to Pakistan by suspending immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, amid concerns over potential misuse of public welfare benefits.This policy shift, announced by the US Department of State on 14 January 2026, takes effect from 21 January and stems from a comprehensive review ordered by President Donald Trump. The
Embraer And Adani Eye JV For India’s Maiden Commercial Jet Assembly Line
Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace giant, is reportedly in advanced discussions with India’s Adani Group to form a joint venture that could establish the nation’s first final assembly line for commercial passenger aircraft.This ambitious project aims to fill a critical void in India’s aviation infrastructure, where defence manufacturing thrives but civil aviation assembly remains non-existent.
Indian And Japanese Coast Guards Discuss Ways To Enhance Maritime Cooperation
The Coast Guards of India and Japan convened their 22nd high-level meeting in New Delhi on 14 January 2026, underscoring the robust maritime partnership between the two nations. Officials highlighted that the discussions centred on bolstering cooperation across critical domains.The meeting was jointly chaired by Paramesh Sivamani, Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), and Admiral
US Companies Face Anti-Indian Backlash After Trump’s H-1B Visa Overhaul
Recent policy revisions to the United States’ H-1B visa program have ignited a wave of anti-Indian sentiment across American social media platforms. Introduced by the Trump administration in September 2025, these changes have dramatically reshaped access to skilled-worker visas, traditionally a gateway for Indian IT professionals and engineers, reported NDTV web portal.The overhaul coincides with