Parliament passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill 2026, sparking immediate resignations from two National Council for Transgender Persons members protesting the lack of community consultation. The bill removes self-perceived gender identity, introducing a medical board for transgender certificates, a move critics deem regressive and a step backward for fundamental rights.

PDP legislator Waheed Parra's bill proposing 16 new districts and two divisions in J&K has drawn sharp criticism. The ruling NC called it a sabotage attempt to undermine sub-region empowerment, while the BJP alleged it aligns with Pakistan's ISI agenda to create a 'Greater Kashmir' by dividing Jammu.

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Jammu and Kashmir administration defended its ban on 25 Kashmir-related books in high court, citing state security and public order. The government also justified the legal provision used for the ban. Petitioners challenging the order have been given time to respond. The full bench will hear the case.

The first major comedy series filmed in Nunavut, a sci-fi suspense right out of Sinners, a time-travel mockumentary in the style of Back to the Future and the world's favourite queer hockey drama all top this year's Canadian Screen Award nomination rolls.

Biruté Mary Galdikas, a Canadian scientist who dedicated her life to the study and conservation of orangutans, has died. She was the last living member of the renowned primatologists known as «trimates,» alongside Jane Goodall and Diane Fossey.

Whitby’s mayor said she will examine security measures at council chambers as police investigate an incident that happened after a meeting on Monday evening.

François Legault called for Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau to resign, saying he lacks respect for Francophone employees and clients

European diesel and gasoline supplies could be affected next month due to the Iran war, Shell CEO Wael Sawan has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

Dame Sarah Mullally is the first woman to be appointed Archbishop in its 1,400 year history, and today's service is her formal installation.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the Border Roads Organisation's (BRO) progress on critical infrastructure projects, including over 1,000 road and connectivity initiatives under the 2023-28 plan. The focus is on enhancing all-weather access in remote areas, bolstering defence preparedness, and strengthening border management, particularly along the Indo-Myanmar frontier.

The BBC has appointed former Google executive Matt Brittin as the its new director-general Read Full Article at RT.com

Germany plans to develop an AI combat advisory tool based on Ukraine’s experience of fighting Russia, a top general has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The document offers a snapshot of an early moment in special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation and adds new shading to the public understanding of Smith’s probes.

“The energy source in geothermal systems is magma intrusions, and we are now seeing the geothermal system renew itself, which I find quite remarkable. We are witnessing a renewal of our heat source.”

Severe southeast and easterly weather is expected to sweep across Iceland tomorrow, with particularly harsh conditions forecast for the southwest, including the capital area, in the morning.

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The BBC has appointed former Google executive Matt Brittin as the its new director-general Read Full Article at RT.com

Congress questioned the government's stance on diplomatic mediation, citing Prime Minister Modi's past efforts to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine. This comes after External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated India is not a «broker nation.» Opposition leaders expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response to the West Asia crisis, demanding a parliamentary debate.

The Houghton Estate, which borders Will and Kate's Anmer Hall, is the home of the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley - David Cholmondeley and his wife Rose Hanbury.

Nature abhors a vacuum, as Aristotle said, although at the time he was probably contemplating something rather more highbrow than the fate of the former Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson.

Critics have been calling for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex pay for themselves on their quasi-royal visit next month and urged government officials not to contribute.

Ahead of Harry, 41, and Meghan's, 44, trip, advocacy group Beyond Australia has urged their government not to use taxpayer funds for the couple's security, logistics and other requirements.

Dame Sarah Mullally is the first woman to be appointed Archbishop in its 1,400 year history, and today's service is her formal installation.

South African activists have filed a court challenge against TotalEnergies’ offshore drilling project, citing environmental risks Read Full Article at RT.com

The US has reportedly presented Iran with a proposal demanding that it dismantle its nuclear program and agree to open the Strait of Hormuz Read Full Article at RT.com

Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev says Russia will focus on lower-risk energy exports to neighboring countries amid global instability Read Full Article at RT.com