Rahul Gandhi criticizes the central government for sidestepping the caste census discussion. He states the Modi government has failed the nation's Bahujan communities. The government's response in Parliament indicated no concrete plan or public dialogue for the upcoming census. The census is scheduled in phases for 2026 and 2027.

IndiGo is experiencing significant flight delays and cancellations, impacting nearly two out of three domestic passengers. This disruption stems from a critical crew shortage following the implementation of new flight duty time limitations. The airline, known for its punctuality, has seen its on-time performance plummet, causing widespread inconvenience during the peak travel season.

Bengaluru-based Biomoneta has achieved a significant first, becoming the inaugural Indian healthtech firm to secure US-FDA 510(k) Class II clearance for its innovative medical air-cleaning device. This breakthrough, powered by their unique ZeBox technology, promises to revolutionize hospital infection control by effectively eliminating airborne pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, paving the way for its deployment in US healthcare facilities.

The Congolese army and the M23-led rebel alliance have accused each other of breaking the ceasefire Read Full Article at RT.com

A parliamentary committee report has found widespread abuse of power and a lack of transparency in the British army’s operations in Kenya Read Full Article at RT.com

US Senator Bernie Moreno has introduced a bill that seeks to eliminate dual citizenship in the country Read Full Article at RT.com

The US delegation reportedly headed back home after the Kremlin talks instead of meeting with Zelensky Read Full Article at RT.com

Welshman John Williams - a welder and garage owner by trade - was just 18 when, in 1972, he set himself the target of buying his dream car: an Aston Martin DB5.

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has urged government to recruit and train more health workers to bolster HIV and AIDS prevention efforts and improve mental health support, stressing that increasing professional cadres is critical to enhancing awareness, counseling, and access to essential services. Speaking on Tuesday at Chinsapo Market in Lilongwe during the first post-World […] The post AHF calls for more trained health workers to strengthen HIV and mental health services appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the First Meeting of the 52nd Session of Parliament rises sine die this Friday, 5th December 2025, after five weeks of deliberations, the sitting leaves behind a trail of notable highs and conspicuous lows. On one hand were troubling moments that exposed a Parliament still finding its footing: the attempt to override the Constitutional […] The post Chithyola Banda: Political Icon Defining Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Every generation faces a defining force—something powerful enough to shape its identity, choices, and future. For today’s Malawian youth, that force is social media. What began as a harmless avenue for connection has quietly evolved into a digital trap, consuming hours, dimming ambition, and slowly eroding the nation’s most valuable asset: the productivity of its […] The post Hooked and Held Back: How Social Media Is Stealing Productivity From Malawian Youth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s health system is gasping for air. It survives on donor drip-lines—47 percent of our health spending comes from donors, while government manages a mere quarter. Yet in this already fragile and under-funded system, the country continues to quietly bleed from an avoidable, man-made catastrophe: kabaza crashes. These crashes are not just accidents. They are […] The post Hidden cost of kabaza crashes: A national crisis we are pretending not to see appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Legal Affairs Committee of Parliament is facing fierce national backlash after civil society organisations under the National Advocacy Platform (NAP) accused it of deliberately mutilating the Constitution by recommending that Members of Parliament should continue approving development projects under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). NAP chairperson Benedicto Kondowe did not mince words. He described […] The post Legal Affairs Committee Under Fire for ‘Constitutional Vandalism’ in CDF Bill appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Instead of a scarlet tunic and top hat, David Dimbers was sporting a natty pair of green braces. Now 87, he was looking a little rheumy around the eyes, but his mind is as sharp as ever.

Roman Novak and his wife Anna vanished on October 2 after being lured to the Hatta resort area, around 80 miles from Dubai, by criminals pretending to be potential investors.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' 'mansion tax' - which will hit owners of homes worth more than £2m - will be based on their council tax band.

The EU has developed a differentiated system of financial supervision, distributing powers among the ECB, ESMA, SRB and AMLA. Each authority operates with distinct mandates, governance structures and accountability mechanisms. Their combined roles illustrate how the Union balances centralisation, coordination and independence to address systemic risks, cross-border challenges and financial innovation. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This in-depth analysis, commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Justice, Civil Liberties and Institutional Affairs at the request of the Committee on Legal Affairs, examines how copyright policy should respond to artificial intelligence (AI). It combines historical lessons from digital markets, insight on the economic value of data, and a formal model to study welfare effects. It assesses economic effects of various policy options, including an exception, an exception with opt-out, licencing market (“opt-out”) and statutory licencing, in a search for optimal policy. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Bengaluru's C-CAMP has launched a dedicated Centre of Excellence for climate action, a significant step into climate biotechnology. Partnering with Ashraya Hastha Trust, the initiative will champion biological solutions for reducing emissions and sequestering carbon. Karnataka's health minister inaugurated the centre, emphasizing the critical links between climate, health, and livelihoods, and pledging state support for practical, science-led climate responses.

The Supreme Court allowed a pregnant woman and her child to enter India on humanitarian grounds after their deportation to Bangladesh. The court directed the West Bengal government to provide care and medical support, including delivery, for the woman. This decision follows the Centre's challenge to a Calcutta High Court order that deemed the deportation illegal.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra labelled Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's Nehru-Babri Masjid remark a 'distraction' from pressing public issues. Singh alleged Nehru wanted government funds for the mosque, contrasting it with Sardar Patel's opposition and secularism. Rahul Gandhi declined comment. Singh's statement precedes the Babri Masjid demolition anniversary.

Is there any point anymore trying to boost your income with a little money from a buy-to-let property? Out analysis shows there is still money to be made - but in an ever-shrinking number of areas.

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The issue of territory remains key to a potential Ukraine peace deal, Marco Rubio has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Denis Alipov has called an article by European envoys in an Indian daily a “grossly distorted” account of the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

This is the final article in a series highlighting Youth Voices in Hurricane Melissa recovery, featuring young people’s perspectives on resilience, rebuilding and the future after the storm. Jamaica’s future development will largely depend on...

WESTERN BUREAU: Five weeks after Hurricane Melissa tore through western Jamaica, Round Hill Hotel and Villas is preparing to reopen its doors, but not before first rebuilding something far more fragile than walls, roofs or landscaping. The luxury...

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness is describing as “historic” the US$6.7-billion reconstruction package assembled by five international financial bodies to help Jamaica rebuild following the devastation sustained as a result of Hurricane Melissa on...

Engineers from the Jamaica Defence Force will be assisting with repairs to damaged buildings in Accompong and surrounding areas in St Elizabeth, says Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness. Approximately 80 per cent of the structures in the historical...

[New Times] The government plans to introduce a real-time monitoring system for public buses by February 2026, a move the Ministry of Infrastructure says will improve reliability and enhance commuter experience.

[HRW] Nairobi -- Investigate Possible Negligence in Care of Anicet Ekane

[ANGOP] Luanda -- Angolan president João Lourenço travels to Washington DC (United States of America) on Wednesday at the invitation of US authorities, according to the Press Services of the Presidency of the Republic in Luanda.

SINGAPORE — On the night of Dec 2, some passengers travelling on the East-West Line (EWL) between Bugis and Bedok stations experienced a delay of at least 20 minutes.From around 8pm, posters and digital screen displays were put up at various stations indicating that a track fault had occurred, resulting in extra travelling time of 20 minutes between Bugis and Bedok stations — a stretch of eight stations.At Paya Lebar station, one of the affected stops, trains called at platforms opposite to their designated ones and station staff were also said to have been unclear about the trains' direction of travel.SMRT, which operates the EWL, did not announce the delay on its social media pages, irking some passengers.Responding to queries from The Straits Times on Dec 3, SMRT Trains president Lam Sheau Kai said a track point failure took place near Aljunied station on the EWL at around 7.50pm on Dec 2.A track point failure refers to a malfunctioning railway switch that allows trains to change tracks.