Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced the availability of simultaneous interpretation in all 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, completing the list with the addition of Kashmiri, Konkani, and Santhali. This advancement ensures smoother communication, reflecting India's linguistic diversity in parliamentary proceedings. BJP MP Dr.

Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav appealed to Bihar voters. He wants them to support Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for Prime Minister in 2029. Yadav aims to defeat the National Democratic Alliance in the upcoming state elections. He criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's government. Yadav accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of voter disenfranchisement.

The vice-presidential election heats up as the opposition nominates former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy, challenging NDA's CP Radhakrishnan. This «South vs South» contest puts regional parties like DMK, YSRCP, and BRS in a bind. With NDA holding a comfortable majority in both houses, the election outcome hinges on potential defections.

Maharashtra is grappling with severe flooding due to incessant rains, claiming at least six lives and displacing hundreds. Mumbai and other districts are on high alert as the IMD forecasts more intense rainfall. Authorities are evacuating vulnerable areas, with the NDRF and Army assisting in rescue operations. Farmland is submerged, and infrastructure is severely damaged, disrupting connectivity across the state.

The BJP has strongly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after a video surfaced allegedly showing his car running over a police constable during the 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla shared the video, claiming the officer was critically injured and Gandhi did not stop to check on him.

Jewellery brand Laurence Coste has risen to prominence since becoming a favourite of Zara Tindall.

Kiev must make decisions of this kind on its own in the course of negotiations, Chancellor Merz has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Asian neighbors agreed on the need for better bilateral ties during the latest boundary negotiations in New Delhi on Tuesday Read Full Article at RT.com

Mallikarjun Kharge announced that former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy is the INDIA bloc's candidate for the Vice Presidential elections on September 9. Kharge praised Reddy as a distinguished jurist and champion of social justice, highlighting his pro-poor judgments and commitment to the Constitution. Reddy will file his nomination on August 21, with opposition parties uniting in support.

Sanjay Kumar from Lokniti-CSDS apologised for a post about Maharashtra election data. The post incorrectly showed a voter decrease in two constituencies. BJP criticised Kumar, alleging bias. The apology occurred amid tensions between the India bloc and the Election Commission of India. Rahul Gandhi accused the ECI of vote theft.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi again criticised Jawaharlal Nehru for the Indus Water Treaty, claiming it favored Pakistan and harmed Indian farmers. He stated Nehru himself admitted the treaty's lack of benefit. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi countered, accusing Modi of evading responsibility by blaming past leaders after being in power for 11 years.

During his visit, CM Dhami said that he «appeals to the tourists coming to Devbhoomi Uttarakhand to spend 5 per cent of their travel expenses on the purchase of local products» on the call made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

NSA Ajit Doval met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, highlighting the positive impact of the Modi-Xi meeting in Kazan on bilateral relations. Doval noted improved border conditions and increased engagement. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of maintaining peace at the border and preventing differences from escalating into disputes during his meeting with Wang Yi.

Locals fear fresh fighting and regime airstrikes, as public anger grows over mediator China’s silence on civilian casualties.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s elite Danab Commandos, backed by international partners, killed more than 100 al-Shabab fighters in an operation near the town of Awdhegle in the Lower Shabelle region, the Defense Ministry said Monday.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland has accused Turkey of meddling in its internal affairs after the Turkish ambassador to Somalia met Sultan Abubakar Wabar, a traditional leader linked by Hargeisa to past unrest in the Awdal region.

Ukraine reportedly wants Europe to bankroll its large weapons deal with the US Read Full Article at RT.com

France has rejected Russia’s demand to impose size limits on the Ukrainian army Read Full Article at RT.com

Beijing has reportedly told New Delhi it will look into restrictions on trade in rare earth minerals and fertilizers Read Full Article at RT.com

There is “reasonable chance” of stopping the fighting between Moscow and Kiev, the US president has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Sudan has claimed it has irrefutable evidence that Colombian fighters are among foreigners sponsored by the UAE for hostile acts Read Full Article at RT.com

The Ukrainian leader was kicked out of the White House in a previous meeting after a shouting match erupted between the two leaders during a press conference.

The Little Mix star, 32, who is now engaged to footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, shared the insight into her 'first love' in an interview with Paul C Brunson on his We Need To Talk podcast.

The former cage fighter, 50, told his Instagram followers he's 'exposing the truth' about the glamour model, just days after Peter Andre accused her of 'peddling baseless lies.'

Ihsan Ali, 44, and his wife Zahraa Subhi Mohsin Ali, 40, were acquitted of second-degree attempted murder by Thurston County Superior Court in Washington, but convicted of other charges.

LIVEBLOG: Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky will meet, Donald Trump has said after a White House summit with European leaders aimed at bringing an end to the Ukraine war.

Kigali, 17 août 2025 – La diaspora gabonaise au Rwanda a écrit une nouvelle page de son histoire avec l'organisation de la 1ère édition de la Coupe de Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, une compétition sportive qui a transcendé le simple cadre du football pour devenir un véritable symbole d'unité, de fraternité et de panafricanisme. Une compétition sportive marquée par l'intensité et la ferveur Démarrée le 12 août, la compétition a rassemblé huit équipes : ASPK, Nyanza All (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Qian Feng reiterated that Beijing welcomed the summit between Russia and the United States as well as the improvement of relations between the two countries

In an ironic comment, Dmitry Medvedev wondered «what tune» Vladimir Zelensky would play «about guarantees and territories back home, once he’s put on his green military uniform again»

Russia’s Defense Ministry reported that the flight lasted more than six hours

According to Russian Ambassador Sergey Vakunov, about 5,000 socially vulnerable Kyrgyz families will receive Russian aid

Speaking of the US’ goals and Ukraine’s situation, Mehmet Seyfettin Erol noted that by taking advantage of the Ukraine conflict, the US achieved several goals at once, while Kiev ended up being a victim

Dr Garfield James is hoping that a slew of upcoming projects, including the Negril International Airport proposed to be constructed beside the Little London High School, where he serves as principal, will woo voters to elect him as the next member...

Lilongwe-based Bunda Christian Academy has stunned parents and guardians who sent their children and wards to this school, following its 100 percent pass rate in the 2025 Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) examinations. For a school opened in 2023, this is not a mean feat, and as Director of Bunda Christian Academy (BCA), Pastor Martin […] The post Bunda Christian Academy Conquers, Achieves100% JCE Pass Rate Barely 2 Years After Its Opening appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The People’s Development Party (PDP) has rolled out a sweeping manifesto in Blantyre, promising nothing short of a national turnaround from economic stagnation, public service decay, and widespread disillusionment. Branded as a transformative agenda, the PDP blueprint rests on three firm pillars: Unity, Hard Work, and Food Security—values the party says will anchor Malawi’s rebirth. […] The post Malawi’s New Dawn: Nankhumwa’s PDP Unveils Bold Manifesto to Rescue the Nation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.