Russia

‘The Great’ gets season two order from Hulu

1:51 pm July 3, 2020

Los Angeles: Hulu has green lit its satirical dramedy series “The Great” for a second season. Featuring Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult in the lead, the show is about the rise of Catherine the Great from outsider to the longest-reigning female ruler in Russia’s history. The first season of the series premiered on Hulu on May 15. According to Deadline, the streamer said “The […]

China hails Russian referendum as reflection of people’s choice

11:11 pm July 2, 2020

Beijing: China said on Thursday that Russia’s national referendum on constitutional amendments, which will allow President Vladimir Putin to stay in power till 2036, was a “major event” reflecting Russian people’s choice. Nearly 78 per cent of voters in Russia have approved amendments to the country’s Constitution that will allow President Putin to stay in power until 2036. “We note that […]

Govt approves purchase of fighter jets, missile systems, weapons worth Rs 38,900 cr

5:37 pm July 2, 2020

New Delhi: In the midst of India’s tense border standoff with China, the defence ministry on Thursday approved procurement of a number of frontline fighter jets, missile systems and other platforms at a cost of Rs 38,900 crore to bolster the combat capability of the armed forces, officials said. They said 21 MiG-29 fighter jets are […]

Biden to meet Putin in Geneva on June 16: White House

Russian vote on extending Putin’s rule until 2036 nears end

8:05 pm July 1, 2020

Moscow: A vote on amendments to Russia’s constitution that could allow President Vladimir Putin to hold power until 2036 entered its final day Wednesday amid widespread reports of pressure on voters and other irregularities. For the first time in Russia, polls were open for a week to bolster turnout without increasing crowds casting ballots amid […]

Astronauts perform 2nd spacewalk to swap station batteries

8:02 pm July 1, 2020

Cape Canaveral: Astronauts performed their second spacewalk in under a week Wednesday to replace old batteries outside the International Space Station. Commander Chris Cassidy and Bob Behnken ventured out to tackle the big, boxy batteries. For every two outdated batteries coming out, a new and improved one goes in to supply power to the station on the night side […]