The Unified Pension Scheme for central government employees has seen low adoption rates. Only a small percentage of National Pension Trust subscribers have opted for this new scheme. The government introduced UPS with assured pension benefits and gratuity provisions. However, the response has been tepid, prompting an extension of the migration deadline. No changes are currently being considered to replace the Unified Pension Scheme.

Parliament's monsoon session faces potential washout amid opposition demands. Opposition insists on discussing Ram temple donations and police actions. Union ministers criticize opposition for boycotting legislative proceedings. Bills were passed without debate due to the ongoing parliamentary standoff. The government has not yet assured discussions on the opposition's key demands.

The sides also discussed the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip

The incident ocurred in the settlement of Oktyabrsky

The mediators particularly condemned the targeting of healthcare facilities and medical infrastructure, and the resulting civilian casualties

Mikhail Galuzin added that Moscow has «repeatedly demonstrated this»

The cubs need to reach the age of 18 months, Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology says

Government agencies are considering releasing the ARAI study on E20 fuel's impact. This report, submitted in June 2024, studied E10-compatible vehicles. Fuel consumption increased slightly for two-wheelers and cars in the study. Mass emissions met regulatory requirements for all vehicles tested. The release aims to remove misconceptions among vehicle users about E20 fuel.

The Supreme Court has sought the government's response regarding the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act. Concerns were raised that the new law might erase existing benefits for transgender individuals. Senior advocates reported that hormone treatment is being denied due to fear of prosecution. They also alleged the discontinuation of the national portal for transgenders. The court questioned the retrospective invalidation of previously issued transgender identity cards.

The Supreme Court has extended legal protection to live-in relationships. These relationships are now covered under Section 498A of the IPC. The court stated that the law must adapt to changing societal norms. Cruelty within such relationships will now be punishable by law. This decision aims to protect women from domestic violence and harassment.

The FSSAI has prohibited adding rum or whisky flavour to spirits. This practice misrepresents the true nature of alcoholic beverages and misleads consumers. Manufacturers were found using neutral alcohol and adding identical flavouring substances. Several companies, including United Spirits, faced prohibitions and notices. The regulator stressed that characteristic taste should develop naturally through base ingredients.

À Paris, les valises semblent prêtes, mais l'avion, lui, se fait toujours désirer. Avec beaucoup de sérieux, la présidente de l'association Le Gabon en Partage, Thérèse Nguema, a relancé, au micro de la radio communautaire Malebe Fm Lébamba, un appel au Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. « Monsieur le Président, cela fait déjà trois ans que nous attendons cet avion ! », a-t-elle lancé, rappelant la promesse faite lors de la première rencontre du chef de l'État (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Libreville – Le lancement officiel du Women in Finance Gabon, initiative portée par Mme Simbi Gwenaëlle épouse Marat-Abyla, au Palais des Congrès à l'occasion de la Célébration de la Journée Internationale de la Femme Africaine (JIFA), a réuni un parterre de hautes personnalités issues des institutions nationales et internationales, témoignant de l'intérêt croissant pour le rôle stratégique des femmes dans la transformation économique du Gabon. Cette rencontre de haut niveau a notamment (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Après un séjour diplomatique fructueux à Banjul, en République de Gambie, le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, est arrivé ce jour à Freetown, accompagné de la Première Dame, Zita Oligui Nguema. À son arrivée, le Chef de l'État a été chaleureusement accueilli par le Vice-Président de la République de Sierra Leone. Il a reçu les honneurs militaires dus à son rang, ainsi que les hommages traditionnels des (...) - COOPERATION

Du 8 au 18 août, Teahupo'o redevient la capitale mondiale du surf pour la Tahiti Pro. Polynésie la 1ère vous fait vivre l'événement en direct, au plus près de la vague.

Un ancien militaire polynésien de 31 ans a été condamné à 18 mois de prison ferme par le tribunal judiciaire de Montauban pour des violences conjugales. Sa compagne de 26 ans a écopé de 12 mois de prison avec sursis. Leur bébé de six mois a été placé.

From what goes on in Disney World's hidden tunnels to the most-dreaded thing Disneyland guests do, loyal park employees let slip the realities of working at 'the happiest place on Earth'.

Indian Army athletes secured sixteen medals at the recent Commonwealth Games. These included eight gold, seven silver, and one bronze medal. Two Indian Navy personnel also contributed silver medals in weightlifting. Combined, services personnel achieved forty-six percent of India's total medal haul. Their performance highlights the Army's commitment to nurturing world-class athletes.

Four Malawian food processing companies have been dramatically shut down after a sweeping surveillance blitz by the Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) uncovered serious hygiene and safety failures that officials say posed a direct risk to consumers. The inspections, carried out between July 27 and 31, triggered immediate suspensions after MBS officers allegedly found critical […] The post Dirty secrets uncovered! four food firms suspended in MBS blitz appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Parliament on Monday turned into a scene of national celebration as MPs paid glowing tribute to the Malawi Women’s National Football Team — the Scorchers — following their sensational run at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Presiding over the sitting, Speaker Sameer Suleman said the team’s performance had “lifted the spirit of […] The post Parliament erupts as Scorchers’ WAFCON heroics ignite Malaw appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

HTD Limited has thrown its weight behind Malawi’s football greats, donating K10 million to the Football Legends Association (FLA) ahead of the body’s high‑profile fundraising gala set for August 29 at Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe. The donation, made during a symbolic presentation in Blantyre, was announced by HTD general manager Ziyaad Sidik, who […] The post HTD’s K10m boost for Malawi football legends appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The president criticized Chevron for not giving the administration what he considers adequate credit for the oil major’s financial success.

In his 40 years as a lobster fisherman, Robert Wagner had never seen a critter like it: a half-blue, half-orange lobster, split down the middle from head to tail. «I said, 'Wow! I've never seen that like that in my life,'» said Wagner. Oscar is now calling the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity in Halifax home.

Winnipeg Sea Bears basketball team star player Teddy Allen is in hospital after being assaulted in downtown Winnipeg Sunday night.

Officials have expanded an evacuation order related to an out-of-control wildfire burning on the west side of Okanagan Lake.

Calgary police say four people are dead after a crash on Stoney Trail late Sunday night.