Papua New Guinea

Fred Kraus, a biologist from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, travelled to this remote part of Papua New Guinea to study reptiles. Instead, he found a strange creature no one had ever heard of before.

New, mysterious jet-black tree snake species discovered in Papua New Guinea

On a trek through a minefield on a tiny island outside Papua New Guinea, researchers recently came upon a snake so black and streamlined, it seemed almost fantastical.

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan storm into Super Eights, New Zealand knocked out

Afghanistan thumped Papua New Guinea (PNG) by seven wickets to storm into the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup. This emphatic win, sealed with 29 balls to spare, meant that New Zealand were knocked out after their losses against West Indies and Afghanistan.

India sends humanitarian aid to landslide-hit Papua New Guinea

Late last month, India announced a USD 1 million assistance to the island nation in the wake of the landslide.

Papua New Guinea says over 2,000 people buried in landslide

The once-bustling hillside village in the Enga province was almost wiped out when a chunk of Mount Mungalo collapsed in the early hours of May 24, smothering scores of the people sleeping inside their homes

More than 670 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide, UN agency says

Social media footage posted by villager Ninga Role showed people clambering over rocks, uprooted trees and mounds of dirt searching for survivors

More than 100 people believed killed by a landslide in Papua New Guinea

The landslide reportedly hit Kaokalam Village in Enga Province, about 600 kilometers (370 miles) northwest of the South Pacific island nation's capital of Port Moresby, at roughly 3 am local time, ABC reported.

More than 100 dead in Papua New Guinea landslide: Report

The disaster occurred about 3 a.m. local time when the side of a mountain gave way, hitting Kaokalam Village in Enga Province, about 600 kilometers (370 miles) northwest of the capital, Port Moresby, the ABC said.

Deadly riots in Papua New Guinea causes blaze; over 15 people dead

Deadly riots in Papua New Guinea led to the death of over 15 people. The South Pacific country’s prime minister appealed for calm following a day of protests that turned ugly, the unrest stemmed from police officers going on strike that morning. The protest spun out of control, in Papua New Guinea’s capital city Port Moresby, and descended into lawlessness. Australia said it’s keeping a close eye on the situation, though Canberra says it hasn’t received any requests for help from Papua New Guinea, which it regularly supports in policing and security. For more details watch this video

‘Mermaid globster’ washes up on beach, baffling experts

A mysterious, mermaid-like creature has caused a stir among nautical experts since it washed ashore last month.

Papua New Guinea women weave their way to a living: See Pics

The boutique workshop in Port Moresby hosts a group of women who specialise in intricately lacing plant fibres together to make the roomy pouches known as bilums, a symbol of Indigenous pride.

In Pics: PM Modi returns home after travelling across three nations

In the last few days, PM Modi has travelled across three countries holding multiple meetings only to return home for what it looks like a packed day at work. Throughout his visit, the PM held meetings with more than 12 global leaders. He participated in three summits and participated in more than 50 engagements.

PM Modi Conferred With Fiji's Highest Honour | Papua New Guinea PM Touches PM's Feet, Seeks Blessing

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit to Papua New Guinea on May 21 received a first of its kind welcome from the country's prime minister. PM James Marape touch PM Modi's feet to seek his blessing. Modi, however, promptly lifted him up and hugged him. On Monday, PM Modi was conferred with Fiji's highest 'Companion of the Order' honour by the country's PM. He said that the honour was for '140 crore Indians'. At the FIPIC Summit, PM Modi highlighted the need for unity of the Global South and ensured that he will raise his voice for the countries of the region. Watch to know more!

PM Modi meets New Zealand counterpart Chris Hipkins during his visit to Papua New Guinea, discuss bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 22 met his New Zealand counterpart Chris Hipkins during which they discussed the full range of bilateral ties and ways to expand cooperation in various sectors like trade and commerce, education and sports.

PM Modi conferred with Fiji's highest honour, holds talks with Papua New Guinea: See Pics

PM Modi held talks with his Papua New Guinea counterpart James Marape on May 22 took stock of their bilateral relations and discussed ways to further augment cooperation in areas like commerce, technology, healthcare and climate change.

PM Modi in Australia after concluding Papua New Guinea visit

PM Modi is visiting Australia from May 22-24 as a guest of the Australian Government. He will also attend a community event in Sydney to celebrate Australia's dynamic and diverse Indian diaspora, a core part of our multicultural community.

PM Modi conferred with Papua New Guinea, Fiji's highest honour

PM Modi arrived here in Papua New Guinea on Sunday on his maiden visit to the country to host a key summit between India and 14 Pacific island countries to boost bilateral ties.

Live: PM Modi’s remarks at the 3rd FIPIC Summit in Papua New Guinea: Watch!

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks at the 3rd FIPIC Summit in Papua New Guinea: Watch!

Who is James Marape, Papua New Guinea leader who touched PM Modi's feet?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a visit to Papua New Guinea (PNG), was greeted by his counterpart James Marape at the airport.

PM Modi stresses on boosting India-Papua New Guinea ties in talks with PM James Marape, Governor-General Dadae

PM Modi also visited the APEC House on the shores of Ela Beach here on Monday and was welcomed by Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape.

Papua New Guinea PM touches PM Modi's feet on his arrival, seeks blessings

"I am thankful to PM James Marape for coming to the airport and welcoming me. This is a very special gesture which I will always remember," Modi tweeted, after landing in Papua New Guinea.

PM Modi arrives in Papua New Guinea on key visit, to host major summit with Pacific island nations

Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea on the second leg of his three-nation tour is the first ever by any Indian prime minister.

Joe Biden says he is postponing Australia portion of the trip

In Australia, Biden was scheduled to participate in the third Quad summit with prime ministers Narendra Modi of India, Fumio Kishida of Japan and Anthony Albanese of Australia.

Joe Biden to visit Papua New Guinea in a presidential first after G7 in Japan

White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden would meet Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape other Pacific Island Forum leaders.

Magnitude 6.5 earthquake strikes New Britain, Papua New Guinea – USGS

The quake was at a depth of 65 km (40.39 miles), the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said