Azerbaijan

Far from being an innocent victim, Azerbaijan has for years cultivated a “brotherhood” with Pakistan and even condemned India’s Operation Sindoor.

Pakistan, Azerbaijan sign USD 2 billion investment agreement

The document was signed by Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Azerbaijan's Minister for Economy Mikayil Jabbarov in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. Aliyev and Sharif witnessed the signing ceremony.

India snubs Turkey & Azerbaijan: Visa applications plunge 42%, tourists opting for these destinations

Turkey and Azerbaijan have been among the most popular travel destinations for Indian tourists in recent years, known for their unique blend of culture, affordability, and visa-friendly policies.

LPU terminates MoUs with Türkiye, Azerbaijan citing national security concerns

New Delhi, May 16 Punjab's Lovely Professional University has become the latest academic institution to terminate all memorandum of understanding with ..

10 Affordable Alternatives to Azerbaijan for Indian Travellers

Discover 10 affordable countries like Azerbaijan that offer Indian travellers stunning landscapes, rich culture, and budget-friendly adventures.

15 Amazing Travel Alternatives to Turkiye and Azerbaijan for Indian Tourists in 2025

Following Turkiye and Azerbaijan's vocal support for Pakistan after Operation Sindoor, several Indian travel agencies have temporarily suspended bookings to these countries due to growing nationalist sentiment. As a result, many Indian travelers are now seeking alternative destinations for their upcoming vacations. If you're looking for new travel options in 2024, here are 15 incredible countries that offer rich cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures.

How Indian tourists are turning away from Turkey and Azerbaijan — and why it matters

#BoycottTurkey and #BoycottAzerbaijan movement are gaining momentum across social media platforms, with influencers, travel bloggers, and even mainstream users calling for a halt to tourism to these destinations.

Harsh Goenka asks tourists to skip Turkey, Azerbaijan for supporting Pakistan: Indians gave them Rs 4,000+ crore

Some Indian travel websites have said they would neither book flights with Turkish Airlines nor offer accommodation to citizens from Turkey and Azerbaijan.

'Moscow put forward theories ...': Azerbaijan's president says plane that crashed was shot at from Russia

Aliyev said he regretted that 'some circles' in Russia had tried to hush up the truth about the crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines planes by sowing false narratives about the causes of the crash.

Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan Over Deadly Plane Crash | N18G

Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare public apology to Azerbaijan's leader after the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane in Kazakhstan claimed 38 lives. Reports suggest the plane may have been mistakenly shot down by Russian air defenses during Ukrainian drone attacks in southern Russia. Among the victims was a 13-year-old boy traveling alone to visit his mother. The Kremlin announced ongoing investigations, with civilian and military specialists being questioned. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has demanded clear explanations.

Passenger on crashed plane says there was at least one loud bang before it went down

The Embraer passenger jet had flown from Azerbaijan's capital Baku to Grozny, in Russia's southern Chechnya region, before veering off hundreds of miles across the Caspian Sea.

Taliban administration officials to attend UN climate conference in Azerbaijan: Report

The COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan's capital Baku will be among the highest-profile multilateral events attended by Taliban administration officials since they took control in Kabul after 20 years of fighting NATO-backed forces.

Azerbaijan becomes third country to get JF-17 fighter jets from Pakistan under $1.6 billion deal: Report

JF-17 Block III, developed by Pakistan Aeronautical Complex and China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group, boasts advanced avionics, including an Active Electronically Scanned Array radar and long-range missile capabilities

Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old board game artefact

Archaeologists have discovered ancient carvings on rocks in Azerbaijan, shedding light on how early humans entertained themselves.

On this day, August 30 - Know what happened today in history

August 30 marks significant events in history, from pivotal political decisions to groundbreaking moments in space exploration. Notable individuals, born or lost on this day, continue to leave a mark on the world stage, reflecting the varied stories of human achievement and transformation.

Azerbaijan raises alarm over Caspian Sea's 'catastrophic' shrinking

The Caspian Sea, the largest inland body of water in the world, lies between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, with Russia to the north and Iran and Turkmenistan to the south.

Azerbaijan has a mighty job ahead for COP29

The fear voiced by many activists is the annual gathering is once again overseen by those with a vested interest in slowing down the transition away from fossil fuels, which was agreed upon last year

Tens of thousands of Armenians flee in mass exodus from breakaway region of Azerbaijan

By September 28 evening, over 78,300 people — more than 65 percent of the population of 120,000 — had left for Armenia, and the influx continued unabated, according to Armenian officials.

Azerbaijan has won Nagorno-Karabakh, but a bigger test is just starting

The ceasefire must first hold and safety of Karabakh’s ethnic-Armenians must be guaranteed. Or another round of mass flight or ethnic cleansing, revenge killings and punitive justice could start. That Azerbaijan denied striking civilian targets on Tuesday, even as footage showed bombs landing in urban centres, doesn't bode well

World Cup: Praggnanandhaa draws Nakamura in first game of semifinals

Praggnanandhaa waged a gritty battle against the American to share the honours in 78 moves.

World Championship: Mehuli Ghosh seals Paris Olympic quota after winning bronze in 10m Air Rifle

Mehuli shot 229.8 in the final to ensure a podium finish behind Chinese duo Jiayu Han (251.4) and Zhilin Wang (250.2).

Indian men's skeet, air rifle shooters falter at World Championship after gold triumph

The skeet team, comprising Angad Veer Singh Bajwa (121), Anant Jeet Singh Naruka (120), and Gurjoat Khangura (115), finished in 14th place with an overall score of 356 after five rounds of qualification spread across two days.

India must ignore Azerbaijan’s gripe over arms supplies to Armenia

India isn’t barred by any charter from supplying weapons to Armenia. Moreover, Azerbaijan exhibits lax regard for Indian sensitivities, especially on Kashmir, and treats Pakistan as a strategic ally. Now India is repaying Azerbaijan by the same coin in Armenia

Armenia and Azerbaijan to hold peace settlement talks in Washington on Sunday

Despite years of attempted mediation between them, Armenia and Azerbaijan have yet to reach a peace agreement that would settle outstanding issues such as the demarcation of borders and return of prisoners.

What’s next for Pakistan?

Political masters have to go beyond juggling with the budget figures to satisfy the IMF and other international partners. They need to create jobs and earn revenues.