Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini has categorically denied any prospective alliance with Shiromani Akali Dal for 2027 Punjab assembly elections. However, recent discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal have led to renewed speculation around possible tie-up. After the meeting, SAD, whose electoral fortunes have waned significantly, changed its perspective on delimitation. The BJP is reportedly keen on dominating any potential alliance.

Chaos erupted in Balaka after an enraged mob torched and destroyed property worth millions, targeting a local businessman they accused of detaining a woman against her will. Witnesses say the crowd descended on the trading premises with fury, smashing structures and setting vehicles ablaze as rumours spread that the missing woman had been found inside […] The post Missing woman found ‘in distress’ at businessman’s home — Balaka explodes appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Scorchers are refusing to bask in their WAFCON glory as Head Coach Lovemore Fazili issued a fiery warning ahead of tomorrow’s semi‑final showdown with Algeria, insisting his players are “not relaxing” and have “not gone on honeymoon.” Instead, he says the squad is laser‑focused, fully switched on, and ready to fight for a historic […] The post Scorchers Coach: ‘No honeymoon — We’re locked in for Algeria!’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

BRICS nations are in talks to link their payment systems as it offers “a lot of scope for reducing cost,” India’s central bank governor says Read Full Article at RT.com

As talks on a new defense deal stall, Kenya insists it should have full rights to investigate crimes committed on its soil Read Full Article at RT.com

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Spain’s migrant amnesty risks a new crisis amid an EU rift over Ceuta Read Full Article at RT.com

State lawmaker Jennifer Balkcom will face Democrat Jamie Ager, a fifth-generation farmer, in November.

[Liberian Observer] President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has made perhaps his most consequential national security appointment since assuming office, naming former Defense Minister, retired Major General Daniel Dee Ziankahn, as Director General of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) in a move that signals a fundamental shift in the government's strategy against transnational narcotics trafficking.

The High Court in Lilongwe has pushed back the bail hearing for CDEDI boss Sylvester Namiwa, shifting it from Wednesday to Thursday this week — a last‑minute change that has stirred fresh tension around the already‑charged case. According to a letter sent to all parties, the court says Wednesday will be “too congested”, forcing the […] The post Bail shock for Namiwa: Judge moves hearing smid ‘overthrow’ allegations appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has issued a stern warning to its members, insisting the party will not tolerate individuals acting outside its established protocols and structures. DPP secretary-general Peter Mukhito used a party meeting to demand that members show proper respect towards officials who have been duly elected through the party’s official convention […] The post ‘Respect the chain of command!’ DPP SG Mukhito moves to quell internal tensions appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A full‑blown political firestorm has erupted after Malawi Congress Party  (MCP) legal director and MP George Kadzipatike was detained in what party heavyweights are calling a “deliberate, targeted operation”. Senior MCP figures and a large bloc of MPs descended on Area 3 Police Station, blasting authorities and demanding answers over what they insist is no […] The post Kabwila claims KadzIpatike arrest is a political hit on MCP’s legal chief appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Emergency services raced to The Landor pub in Clapham at around 10pm, where they found a man suffering from gunshot wounds.

The captured Ukrainian soldier added that he was guided to the position by a drone and was not provided with water or food, so he decided to surrender

The event is aimed at unlocking the existing economic potential between the two nations and laying the groundwork for long-term investment projects both in Russia and Southeast Asia

Valery Falkov believes that the SKIF Center will deliver world-class breakthrough

Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev highlighted the complementarity of the two reactors, which allows for cost savings

The head of state noted that Russia has grown even stronger by expanding its technological capabilities

Pune Police registered an FIR against a UK OCI cardholder for alleged religious conversion attempts. The accused allegedly spoke about Jesus and made statements about Hindu deities. In a separate case, a 21-year-old man was arrested under the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act. This development follows a wider debate over religious conversion and foreign funding. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis stated that transparent organizations have nothing to fear.

India firmly reaffirmed its position on Arunachal Pradesh, dismissing China's recent objections as unfounded. In Jharkhand, police clashed with activists as 110 ABVP members were detained. In a significant development, Syria's former leader Bashar al-Assad has been sentenced to death for his involvement in crimes against humanity. Meanwhile, NASA has extended an invitation to ISRO to collaborate on the Moon Base program, aiming for enhanced space cooperation.

Conservatives want to see the details of the $2.3-billion military satellite contract with Telesat. At issue is Prime Minister Mark Carney’s friendship with Telesat's CEO and whether he was properly screened from the decision. Ottawa and Telesat insist the deal was rigorously handled at arm's length.

Substack created a pioneering economic and cultural engine for a new generation of writers. Nearly 10 years in, its reputation isn't so simple. Between the injection of an algorithm into the mix and ongoing controversies over content moderation, where does Substack sit today?

One of self-proclaimed «Crypto King» Aiden Pleterski's investors, who's set to stand trial this fall for allegedly orchestrating his kidnapping, has been charged with a dozen more offences, including for allegedly meddling in a co-accused's case.

A customer was left feeling uneasy after allegedly finding a cockroach in sushi bought from Don Don Donki's Orchard Central outlet.Sharing the incident on social media on Thursday (Aug 6), the customer said she felt nauseous after noticing it.A photo accompanying the post also shows what appears to be a baby cockroach in the sushi.In a screenshot of a response from Don Don Donki shared by the customer, the chain apologised for the incident and said a detailed investigation with its professional pest control supplier was ongoing.Immediate inspection and thorough cleaning of equipment in the food preparation area, including deep cleaning of relevant sushi-making equipment, were conducted, the firm said.«Furthermore, we have enhanced our inspection procedures before food preparation and reminded the team to be more vigilant when preparing food,» the message read. As an apology, the chain offered the customer a full refund for the meal and a $50 voucher, which could be collected from its Orchard Central outlet by contacting the duty manager. 

Tickets for the first leg of the Lions' Asean Championship semi-final against Thailand at the Jalan Besar Stadium on Saturday (Aug 15) will go on sale from 11am on Aug 12, the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) said.They can be purchased online via Tickethotline, with prices starting at $35 for Category 2 and $49 for Category 1.Fans are reminded that tickets are available exclusively through the online sales channel. There will be no box office or on-site ticket sales.All away tickets have been purchased in full by the Football Association of Thailand (FA Thailand) and are directly managed by the association. Away fans seeking tickets should contact FA Thailand directly, FAS said on Tuesday.The away leg will be held on Aug 18 in Bangkok.Those who manage to secure tickets to the match are reminded that home zones are designated for Singapore fans and supporters only, while away zones are for away supporters.

A 25-year-old male British traveller will be charged in court on Wednesday (Aug 12) for alleged multiple offences at a boarding gate at Changi Airport, including causing injury to the staff.Police said in a news release on Tuesday that they received a call regarding a passenger causing nuisance at a boarding gate in Changi Airport Terminal 1 at about 4.05pm on July 20.The traveller, who was believed to be drunk, was talking and shouting loudly while at the boarding gate for a flight to Kuala Lumpur.As his actions caused annoyance to other passengers, two airline staff approached him, but he allegedly reacted angrily and directed vulgarities at one of the staff.The airline then decided to offload him from the flight.After being informed of the decision, he allegedly started behaving aggressively and pushed past the staff in an attempt to board the aircraft.This caused the staff, who was trying to stop him, to fall to the ground, thereby suffering injuries to her left arm and wrist.His actions also constituted an unauthorised entry to a protected area of the airport.

The remains were first discovered during an expedition in 2025

The Siberian Ring Photon Source is a complex of 34 buildings, facilities, and engineering and technological equipment spanning approximately 90,000 square meters

The largest number of deaths was recorded in the cities of Cali and Pereira