Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution, hailing the nation's democratic journey. He emphasised India's role as the «mother of democracy» and the importance of unity for achieving developed nation status by 2047. Modi paid tribute to the Constitution's architects and highlighted the inclusion of women's voting rights from the outset.

Shiv Sena (UBT) activists in Jammu protested Saturday, demanding the restoration of statehood to the Union Territory. Led by Manish Sahni, they gathered near the Maharaja Hari Singh statue, accusing the Centre of false promises. Sahni warned of a larger movement if their demand remains unaddressed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress for imposing the 1975 Emergency, stating they «tore apart» the Constitution and suppressed fundamental rights. He accused the Gandhi family of repeatedly undermining the Constitution, citing attempts to control the judiciary and curtail freedom of expression. Modi asserted Congress will never be able to erase this stain.

The Canadian short track speed skating team dominated the podium at a World Tour stop on Saturday in Seoul, combining for five medal wins at the Mokdong Ice Rink.

Premier David Eby says a co-operation deal between the B.C. NDP and B.C. Green Party will «strengthen the stability of government and help deliver on the priorities of British Columbians.»

Aubrey Kirschman, an eight-year-old from Meadow Lake, Sask., is competing in an Ironkids race in Florida on Dec. 14, 2024. She decided to participate after her dad had to withdraw from the half-Ironman due to his cancer.

As the nationwide postal strike hit the four-week mark Friday, the federal labour minister said he'll send the dispute between the postal service and its workers to the Canada Industrial Relations Board. Here's a recap of how things got to this point.

TEHRAN –Zahra Behrouz-Azar, the vice president for women and family affairs, paid a visit to Agounk Christian charity in Tehran on Saturday to become familiar with activities of the center toward empowering women and children.

TEHRAN –According to the latest census, the number of aged citizens in the country is growing by 3.62 percent which is five times faster than the total population growth rate, which is 1.24 percent.

TEHRAN –More than 36.8 percent of the births in the first eight months of the current calendar year that started on March 20 were second-born children, according to the Civil Registration Organization.

TEHRAN – Supported by the Organization for Development of International Cooperation in Science, Iranian knowledge-based companies will participate in the 27th edition of the Ruplastica exhibition which will be held in Moscow from January 21 to 24.

With autumn nearing the end, farmers are busy picking oranges in Savadkuh, northern Mazandaran province.

A man has been charged with using explosives in connection with a fire in Mississauga that caused $3 million in damage to a building housing high-end vehicles on Sunday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has asserted that the country’s economy continues to develop and grow despite sanctions Read Full Article at RT.com

Former President Medvedev suggested that the United Russia party could use its experience in helping to incorporate new territories Read Full Article at RT.com

[Nile Post] The third edition of the youth, peace and security in Africa dialogue organized by the African Union has opened in Bujumbura, Burundi.

Shrikant Shinde, citing Indira Gandhi's 1980 letter praising Savarkar, questioned Rahul Gandhi's stance. Gandhi countered, recounting Indira Gandhi's disapproval of Savarkar's alleged plea for forgiveness from the British. Rijiju shared the letter on X, challenging Gandhi's Lok Sabha statement where he criticized Savarkar's views on the Constitution.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized BJP policies during a Lok Sabha debate. He used Hindu scriptures to illustrate his points. He compared the government's actions to Dronacharya's treatment of Eklavya. Gandhi accused the BJP of harming businesses and centralizing power. He previously invoked the Mahabharata's Chakravyuha to make similar criticisms.

In a heated Lok Sabha session, Rahul Gandhi criticised the government's policies. He also invoked Savarkar's critique of the Constitution. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde countered by citing Indira Gandhi's praise of Savarkar and highlighting Congress's past governance. The exchange escalated into a shouting match, with Congress MPs demanding a right of reply.

In a Lok Sabha debate, BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad criticized Rahul Gandhi's understanding of history and the Congress party's stance during the Emergency. Prasad highlighted the Constitution's inclusion of images of Hindu deities and Akbar, contrasting it with the absence of Babar and Aurangzeb.

Drones spotted over New Jersey, New York and other East Coast states should be shot down, US President-elect Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian-American programmer Suchir Balaji, who blew the whistle on OpenAI, has been found dead in San Francisco Read Full Article at RT.com

Mikhail Kavelashvili’s candidacy has been supported by over 200 MPs out of 300 Read Full Article at RT.com

The French president reportedly plans to advocate deploying a European peacekeeping mission to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

The Biden administration aims to boost arms supplies to Kiev before Donald Trump takes office, a source has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

Concerns are mounting among experts and industry stakeholders over the government-to-government (G2G) fuel procurement strategy that will make the National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) the sole importer of fuel. Critics argue the move could worsen economic challenges, citing risks of inefficiency, corruption, and debt accumulation. Set to take effect by March 2025, the G2G […] The post Experts Raise Alarm Over Government-to-Government Fuel Deals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Ioseliani added that the voting would continue until 2:00 p.m. local time (1:00 p.m. Moscow time), and then the Central Election Commission will begin calculating the votes

The formal impeachment procedure regarding President Yoon Suk Yeol will now have to be approved by the Constitutional Court within 180 days

Over the past 24 hours, the Ukrainian army’s losses also one tank, one US-made Bradley infantry fighting vehicle, one armored combat vehicle, seven motor vehicles

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland's new government announced plans to reevaluate its memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia following the recent Somalia-Ethiopia agreement mediated by Turkey, which resolved a year-long diplomatic dispute over the MoU.

On Friday night, the presenter shocked fans by announcing she had split from Jesse after 10 years of being wed. She took to her Instagram stories to issue the statement.

Royal Mail workers have described the state of chaos consuming the national postal service in the lead up to Christmas as letters pile up and wait times for cards and gifts soar.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav challenged the «One Nation, One Election» proposal, urging immediate dissolution of all governments and nationwide elections if the government is serious. Opposition parties criticize the move as impractical and a threat to federalism, while the BJP champions it as a step towards strengthening democracy. Heated parliamentary debates are expected.