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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Danish Ambassador condemns terrorism, shows sympathy toward India
Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Danish Ambassador to India noted that Denmark was among the first nations to denounce the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Kristensen, in conversation with ANI, said that Denmark, as a non-permanent UNSC member, has condemned terrorism and made it clear to the Indian government as well. "Denmark was among the first countries to not only express its sympathy and condolences to the Indian government and to the Indian people in the aftermath of the horrific terror attack that happened, but we were also very strong in condemning terrorism wherever it takes place, and this has been a consistent Danish line, so we have made that very clear to the Indian government. We have also made it very clear at the UN Security Council, where we are currently a non-permanent member," he said. Kristensen said that Denmark does not have any specific cooperation on counter terrorism with India. But Denmark cooperates with India in the UN and elsewhere. "As for the bilateral cooperation, we don't have any specific cooperation on counterterrorism, but of course we cooperate with India and other countries in multilateral fora, whether it's the UN Security Council or elsewhere to fight this fight terrorism wherever it occurs because this is a strong Danish position," he said. He said that Denmark has a strong relationship with India, where in 2021, both countries established a green strategic partnership. "I think Denmark today has a very strong relationship with India. Back in 2021, we established a green strategic partnership. This was the first, not the first strategic partnership, of course, that India has with other countries, but it's the first green one, and I think that that is also an indication of what it is that you know we can offer each other," he said. He added that India can use the extensive skills Denmark has to offer in the field of technology. "Denmark has a lot of experience within the green transition, whether it's energy, water, agriculture, or how you make that more sustainable, and India is already making a lot of progress, but it has a lot of scale that we don't have. So I think it's a perfect match in terms of Denmark offering some skills, and India has this massive scale where you can test and try out these technologies and solutions," he said. The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, arrived in Denmark on Friday. Indian Ambassador to Copenhagen, Manish Prabhat, received the delegation. The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation was given a detailed briefing by Prabhat on India-Denmark bilateral relations of "Green Strategic Partnership", shared values and issues of mutual concern, including the challenge of combating terrorism globally. The delegation, led by Ravi Shankar Prasad, includes BJP MPs Daggubati Purandeswari, M J Akbar, Ghulam Ali Khatana and Samik Bhattacharya; Amar Singh from Congress MP, Priyanka Chaturvedi from Shiv Sena (UBT) and former diplomat Pankaj Saran. The delegation aims to brief international partners on India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and its broader fight against cross-border terrorism while engaging with leaders in France, the UK, Germany, the EU, Italy and Denmark.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Denmark is very strong in condemning terrorism," Danish Ambassador to India says
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Danish Ambassador to India noted that Denmark was among the first nations to denounce the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Kristensen, in conversation with ANI, said that Denmark, as a non-permanent UNSC member, has condemned terrorism and made it clear to the Indian government as well. 'Denmark was among the first countries to not only express its sympathy and condolences to the Indian government and to the Indian people in the aftermath of the horrific terror attack that happened, but we were also very strong in condemning terrorism wherever it takes place, and this has been a consistent Danish line, so we have made that very clear to the Indian government. We have also made it very clear at the UN Security Council, where we are currently a non-permanent member,' he said. Kristensen said that Denmark does not have any specific cooperation on counter terrorism with India. But Denmark cooperates with India in the UN and elsewhere. 'As for the bilateral cooperation, we don't have any specific cooperation on counterterrorism, but of course we cooperate with India and other countries in multilateral fora, whether it's the UN Security Council or elsewhere to fight this fight terrorism wherever it occurs because this is a strong Danish position,' he said. He said that Denmark has a strong relationship with India, where in 2021, both countries established a green strategic partnership. 'I think Denmark today has a very strong relationship with India. Back in 2021, we established a green strategic partnership. This was the first, not the first strategic partnership, of course, that India has with other countries, but it's the first green one, and I think that that is also an indication of what it is that you know we can offer each other,' he said. He added that India can use the extensive skills Denmark has to offer in the field of technology. 'Denmark has a lot of experience within the green transition, whether it's energy, water, agriculture, or how you make that more sustainable, and India is already making a lot of progress, but it has a lot of scale that we don't have. So I think it's a perfect match in terms of Denmark offering some skills, and India has this massive scale where you can test and try out these technologies and solutions,' he said. The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, arrived in Denmark on Friday. Indian Ambassador to Copenhagen, Manish Prabhat, received the delegation. The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation was given a detailed briefing by Prabhat on India-Denmark bilateral relations of 'Green Strategic Partnership', shared values and issues of mutual concern, including the challenge of combating terrorism globally. The delegation, led by Ravi Shankar Prasad, includes BJP MPs Daggubati Purandeswari, M J Akbar, Ghulam Ali Khatana and Samik Bhattacharya; Amar Singh from Congress MP, Priyanka Chaturvedi from Shiv Sena (UBT) and former diplomat Pankaj Saran. The delegation aims to brief international partners on India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and its broader fight against cross-border terrorism while engaging with leaders in France, the UK, Germany, the EU, Italy and Denmark. (ANI)
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Danish experts run pilot to boost efficiency of Delhi wastewater plant
The pilot, which began earlier this year at the Coronation Pillar plant in Delhi, is expected to be completed within three months Experts from Denmark have teamed up with the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to carry out a pilot study aimed at improving the efficiency of an existing wastewater treatment plant in the capital, officials from the Danish Embassy confirmed. The pilot, which began earlier this year at the Coronation Pillar plant in Delhi, is expected to be completed within three months. "This is an ongoing pilot study that focuses on optimising the performance of an existing wastewater treatment plant in Delhi by employing advanced Danish expertise and smart software solutions," said Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Denmark's Ambassador to India. The goal is to show how digital monitoring and control systems can make such plants more energy-efficient—ideally turning them energy-neutral or even energy-positive. By using smart technology, the project not only reflects Denmark's expertise in sustainable wastewater management but also offers a model that could be adapted across India's urban areas. "What we are trying to showcase here is the opportunity you have with wastewater treatment plants to make them, transition them from being major energy consumers," Kristensen said. In India, many municipal or state-run treatment plants use large amounts of electricity, he pointed out. "It is expensive and it takes precious electricity away from other tasks in society and it creates carbon emissions. So we want to transfer them from being energy consumers to being energy positive so that the wastewater treatment plants actually produce energy instead of consuming it." The purpose of the study is not only to prove that such a transition is technically feasible, but also that the investment pays off quickly, Kristensen added. From a cost-benefit angle, the logic is clear, he said. The ambassador noted that the India-Denmark partnership in the water sector is a key pillar of the Green Strategic Partnership between the two countries. Ongoing joint efforts include strengthening sustainable water management in Rajasthan, using smart metres and IoT tools to maintain rural water supply systems, mapping groundwater at a national level, and reducing water loss in urban centres facing stress. Another example of the collaboration is the Indo-Danish Smart Laboratory for Clean Rivers, set up at IIT BHU in partnership with the National Mission for Clean Ganga and Danish consultancy firm Ramboll.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Hostility level still low, Pakistan may not hit N-button yet: Experts
Indian para-military force soldiers stand guard at Pampore in Kashmir. (AP photo) India's measured and proportionate response without crossing the airspace, along with the fact that there is no direct military-to-military combat yet, should preclude any threat of nuclear escalation, assuming Pakistan will behave sanely. Islamabad has called the Indian strikes on terrorist camps in PoK and Pakistan Punjab a violation of its sovereignty, but its tactical or non-strategic tactical nuclear weapons have always been seen as intended for use against a ground invasion and not against limited strikes against developed the nuclear-capable short-range HATF missile with a range of only 60-70 km to deter any Indian invasion. However, after India announced its decision to put the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, Pakistan responded by declaring it will respond to any attempt to divert water with 'full force across the complete spectrum of national power'. This was seen as a use of nuclear threat, something which the UNSC warned against in the closed-door meeting on India-Pakistan tensions this was seen as serious escalation by a country which doesn't have a no-first use policy and has said in the past that one of the thresholds for the use of its nuclear arsenal is economic strangling, including 'the stopping of the waters of the Indus river'.Nuclear expert Hans Kristensen said he didn't see a direct threat of nuclear escalation as the level of hostilities is still relatively low and India's Cold Start doctrine is about an overwhelming military invasion of territory, which is not yet the situation he warned that the risk in the days ahead is that the two sides continue to retaliate and escalate.'If that evolves into a direct military confrontation with strikes into each side's territory against more important targets, then we could potentially see the nuclear danger increase,'' said Kristensen, the director of the Nuclear Information Project and an expert on nuclear arsenals around the world.'With more than 160 nuclear weapons on each side, including shorter range systems, the potential consequences are immense. So, one would hope that causes the two sides to constrain their actions,'' he added. Any military escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbours has always been a nightmare for the international community and this has reflected in the number of calls for restraint and de-escalation in the past few Federation of American Scientists (FAS) has said in the past that Pakistan has kept its nuclear forces scattered at many locations across the country. According to a report by FAS earlier this year, Pakistan has 170 nuclear warheads as against India's 180. US officials in the past have expressed concern about Pakistan's development of tactical nuclear weapons and how these are susceptible to terrorist theft.
Los Angeles Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Isabell Kristensen Brings Sculptural Silhouettes and Sustainable Style to BBFW 2025
At Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week 2025, Isabell Kristensen Couture unveiled its new bridal collection, marking an exciting era under creative director Martin Kristensen. The collection, described as 'ruthlessly romantic,' showcased sculptural silhouettes inspired from historical fashion, especially antique corsetry and Victorian-era crinoline hoop skirts. Kristensen explained that this aesthetic is deeply rooted in the idea of capturing and immortalizing the bride's special moment. 'It centers on the glorification of the bride, a tribute to her and the love her partner holds,' Kristensen stated. 'Ruthlessly romantic because love is the core. Sculptural in silhouette because these designs will be frozen in time, immortalised in our hearts, minds, and memories.' The designs were created to make the bride stand out when all eyes are on her, especially at her moment of entrance. Kristensen drew inspiration from historical figures such as France's Empress Eugenie, who was known for her commanding presence because of her crinoline skirts. 'Historically these have been used to assert presence, make an audience of any crowd, and capture attention,' Kristensen noted. 'What bride does not deserve to be the center of attention?' Sustainability plays a major role in shaping this collection. More than 56% of the fabrics used are eco-friendly, including innovative materials like Seaqual, which is made from recycled sea nets, and rNylon yarns, crafted from industrial offcuts. Kristensen does acknowledge the complexities that come with integrating sustainability into haute couture though. 'The greatest challenge is the luxury of quality available within high fashion,' he said. 'Sustainable alternatives are improving but range is still limited. Recycling waste is one avenue, but sourcing from new responsible renewable sources is even more valuable.' Kristensen is optimistic about sustainable materials continuing to evolve, highlighting improvements in cellulosic fibers like modal and lyocell, which come from natural sources such as wood. These advancements underline his commitment to creating luxury garments that last. 'Couture is the antidote to fast fashion,' Kristensen emphasizes. 'Our aim is to create gowns that span generations, as heirlooms.' Since he relaunched the brand's London atelier in 2017, Kristensen earned recognition in the bridal industry, notably winning the Hitched Bridal Awards in 2025. Looking ahead, Kristensen is planning to expand the brand's presence, especially in key bridal markets like the United States. 'My sights are firmly set on the US,' he shared, mentioning future showcases at New York Luxury Bridal Fashion Week and possible trunk shows in Los Angeles. Ultimately, Kristensen's bridal collections are deeply personal, inspired by his lifelong belief in the power of love. 'I began the bridal line because I am enamoured with love—true, illimitable, indomitable, overwhelming love,' Kristensen says. 'When I design for bridal, I draw on the purest form of that feeling.' Click here for more information on Isabell Kristensen
