Kia News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Kia reports record Q1 sales on hybrids, high-value vehicle demand
Seoul, April 25: Kia, South Korea's second-largest automaker, on Friday reported record sales for the first quarter, backed by robust demand for hybrid and high-margin vehicles, although operating profit dropped due to a base effect.
Get back... behave yourselves: Sidharth Malhotra snaps at paps while visiting hospital with pregnant wife Kiara Advani
Mumbai, April 23: B-town couple Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, who are expecting their first child together, were spotted outside a hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon. However, things took a tense turn when Sidharth lost his cool with the paparazzi.
Deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives: BCCI Secy Devajit Saikia on Pahalgam terror attack
Mumbai, April 23: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia expressed shock and anguish on the death of the victims of the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.
Hyundai, Kia poised to report slowing operating profit in Q1
Seoul, April 23: Local industry leaders Hyundai Motor and Kia are expected to report increased sales but with shrinking operating profits in their first-quarter earnings results scheduled to be announced this week, a market analysis showed on Wednesday.
Iran ready for deal with US if national interests respected: President Pezeshkian
Tehran, April 22: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Iran is open to reaching an agreement with the US in ongoing indirect talks, provided that the country's national interests are preserved.
Iran ready to expand all-out cooperation with Saudi Arabia: President Pezeshkian
Tehran, April 18: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met here with visiting Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, calling for expanding cooperation between their two countries in all areas.
Key highlights of President Murmu's State visit to Portugal, Slovakia
New Delhi, April 15: President Droupadi Murmu was on a four-day State Visit to Portugal and Slovakia, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. During her visit, President Murmu met the leadership of both nations and interacted with Indian community members.
Mukunda Saikia Borbayan to showcase 500-Year-old Satriya Nritya at World Expo 2025 in Japan
Majuli, April 13: In a proud moment for Assam and the rich cultural heritage of India, Mukunda Saikia Borbayan, an esteemed Vaishnavite from the historic North Kamalabari Satra in Majuli, will perform the centuries-old Satriya Nritya at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.
President Murmu returns to Delhi following state visit to Portugal, Slovakia
New Delhi, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu returned to New Delhi after completing a four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia, where she held high-level meetings aimed at strengthening India's bilateral ties with both nations.
Assam's Class 10 results out; 63.98 percent students pass exam
Guwahati, April 11: The Assam State School Education Board (Div-I) on Friday declared the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination, 2025, also known as the Class 10 examination.
Slovakia President dazzled by PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, hints at replicating it
Bratislava, April 11: Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini on Friday heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, terming it as a gamechanger while hinting rolling out similar programme in the European nation.
Pleased that Slovakia recognises Indian community's hard work, says Prez Murmu
Bratislava, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu commended the Indian community for their contribution in deepening the India-Slovakia ties as she addressed the vibrant Indian diaspora at a community reception organised in Bratislava.
President Murmu addresses Indian diaspora in Slovakia; highlights growing cultural ties
Bratislava, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (local time) highlighted the growing cultural ties between India and Slovakia while addressing the Indian community at a reception in Slovakia's capital during her two-day State visit to the country.
Slovakia's Constantine Philosopher University confers President Murmu with honorary doctorate
Nitra, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (local time) was conferred with the Doctorate Honoris Causa degree by the Constantine the Philosopher University in Slovakia during her two-day state visit to the country.
Army conducts health awareness program in Tinsukia, Assam
Kohima April 10: The Indian Army organised a health awareness lecture at Jupiter Academy in Kakopathar and Makum College in the Tinsukia district of Assam.
CM Himanta Sarma to lead from front with 27 rallies, Dilip Saikia to address over 50 campaign meeting ahead of Panchayat polls in Assam
Guwahati, April 10: As the upcoming Panchayat elections in Assam are set to take place in two phases--on May 2 and May 7--the NDA alliance in the state has geared up for a full-scale electoral battle. Extensive groundwork and preparations have already been made across all levels of the alliance.
Relations between India, Slovakia based on mutual respect, democratic ideals and shared vision for global cooperation: President Murmu
New Delhi, April 10: During her first-ever state visit to Slovakia, President Droupadi Murmu reaffirmed the deep-rooted ties between India and Slovakia, highlighting the shared values of mutual respect, democratic ideals and a vision for global cooperation.
President Murmu expresses India's commitment to enhancing trade ties with Slovakia
Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Slovakia-India Business Forum in Bratislava on Thursday and expressed India's commitment to enhancing trade ties with Slovakia.
President Murmu watches special puppet show based on Ramayana, views exhibition of paintings in Slovakia
Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu, along with more than 100 Slovak children, watched a special puppet show based on Ramayana in Slovakia on Thursday. She viewed an exhibition of paintings made by school children of Slovakia on various Indian themes.
Indian talent can be valuable partner in economic progress of Slovakia: President Murmu
Bratislava, April 10: Asserting that India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday urged business leaders from Slovakia to seize the opportunities and convert them into concrete results
Slovak President hosts banquet at Bratislava Castle in honour of Prez Murmu
Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday attended a banquet hosted in her honour by Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini at the historic Bratislava Castle.
Slovakia 'fully' backs India's bid to become new permanent member of UNSC
Bratislava, April 10: Slovakian President Peter Pellegrini on Wednesday (local time) announced the country's full support for India's bid to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), highlighting the longstanding and growing relationship between Slovakia and India, according to a Joint Press Statement, amid President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to the nation.
President Droupadi Murmu meets leaders in Slovakia; witnesses exchange of two MoUs
New Delhi, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu reached Bratislava on the final leg of her State Visit to Portugal and the Slovak Republic, with both the countries witnessing the exchange of two Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs), one on cooperation in the fields of MSMEs and another on diplomatic training cooperation.
India and Slovakia plan deeper cooperation, new initiatives during President Murmu's landmark visit
Bratislava, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday held productive talks with Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini in Bratislava as both leaders reviewed various facets of India-Slovakia relations and agreed to work towards strengthening the bilateral partnership across diverse sectors.
President Murmu, Slovakian counterpart Pellegrini agree to work towards strengthening bilateral ties
Bratislava, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu held a meeting with her Slovakian counterpart Peter Pellegrini in Bratislava on Wednesday. The two leaders reviewed various facets of bilateral ties and agreed to work towards strengthening the bilateral ties across various sectors.
President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour, ceremonial welcome in Slovak Republic
Bratislava, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu was received by President Peter Pellegrini of the Slovak Republic at the Presidential Palace in Bratislava, Rashtrapati Bhavan said.
President Murmu lands in Vienna; heads to Bratislava for State visit to Slovak Republic
Vienna, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Vienna on Tuesday as part of her ongoing four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia.
President Murmu emplanes for Slovak Republic after concluding 'fruitful' State visit to Portugal
Lisbon, April 9: After concluding a "fruitful" State visit to Portugal, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (local time) embarked for the next leg of her tour, Slovak Republic.
Mom-to-be Kiara Advani to make her Met Gala debut in 2025
Mumbai, April 7: Mom-to-be Kiara Advani is all set to add another feather to her cap as she will be representing India at the prestigious Met Gala this year, marking her debut at the fashion's greatest event.
Mom-to-be Kiara Advani to make her Met Gala debut this year
Mumbai, April 7: Bollywood star Kiara Advani is all set to make her debut at Met Gala this year.
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal's Lisbon
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Lisbon, Portugal, late Sunday night (local time), marking the beginning of her four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7 to 10.
President Droupadi Murmu embarks for 4-day state visit to Portugal, Slovakia
New Delhi, April 6: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday emplaned for a 4-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10.
Iran's Vice President for Parliamentary Affairs sacked for 'extravagant holiday'
Tehran, April 5: Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday removed his Vice President for Parliamentary Affairs Shahram Dabiri over his extravagant trip to the South Pole during the Nowruz (Persian New Year) holidays.
Austria taking preventive measures to counter risk of foot-and-mouth disease
Vienna, April 3: Austria intends to close small border crossings with Slovakia due to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in its neighbouring country, in order to limit the spread of the disease and protect livestock in Austria.
Central Europe calls for EU coordination in combating foot-and-mouth disease
Prague, April 3: Central European states are seeking European Union (EU) -wide coordination to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), Czech Minister of Agriculture Marek Vyborny said.
Nayanthara lands in Mumbai to shoot the next schedule of Yash's 'Toxic'
Mumbai, April 2: Southern star Nayanthara has landed in Mumbai to join Yash for the shoot of their much-talked-about next, 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups'.
President Murmu to embark on State Visits to Portugal, Slovakia from April 7
New Delhi, April 2: President Droupadi Murmu will undertake State Visits to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10. These visits come as part of a significant diplomatic engagement to enhance India's bilateral ties with both countries.
Airtel, Nokia expand collaboration to speed up 5G service delivery
New Delhi, April 2: Telecommunications companies Bharti Airtel and Nokia are expanding their partnership with the deployment of Nokia's Packet Core appliance-based and Fixed Wireless Access solutions for providing a better network experience for Airtel's growing 4G and 5G customer base.
Automakers clock robust SUV sales in India in March amid resilient economy
New Delhi, April 1: The Indian automakers on Tuesday reported strong sales figures for the month of March, particularly in the SUV segment, driven by increasing private consumption and a resilient economy.
Hyundai Motor's March sales down 2 pc, Kia reports 2.2 pc rise
Seoul, April 1: Hyundai Motor said on Tuesday its monthly sales for March dropped 2 per cent from a year earlier due to a decline in overseas markets.