In Texas and beyond, the party has adopted a newly combative posture following months of internal conversations. Now, they face an uphill climb.
Rescue teams are working tirelessly in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi to evacuate stranded residents after devastating flash floods hit the Harsil-Dharali region. Hundreds have been rescued, and essential supplies are being delivered by helicopter. The Army has restored mobile connectivity and repaired damaged bridges, while search operations continue for the missing, with the SDRF employing advanced tools.
IAF chief Amar Preet Singh revealed Operation Sindoor inflicted significant damage on Pakistan, including the downing of six aircraft, among them five fighter jets and a high-value surveillance platform. The operation targeted command and control centers, radar systems, and aircraft hangars, effectively addressing the 'ghost of Balakot' by showcasing tangible achievements and losses inflicted on the adversary.
The BJP has criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP), labeling it a «communal party» after former SP MP ST Hasan linked the Uttarkashi flash floods to religious intolerance in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Hasan suggested a lack of respect for other religions contributed to the disaster, while the BJP condemned his remarks as insulting to Sanatan Dharma amidst a natural calamity.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has filed a privilege case against four Jharkhand officials following an FIR against him and others, including MP Manoj Tiwari, for allegedly entering the Deoghar temple's sanctum sanctorum during a VIP entry ban. Dubey, a temple trustee, claims the complainants were improperly allowed inside.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has delisted 334 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) to enhance electoral system transparency. This action follows a review of state CEO reports, revealing violations of registration norms. The delisted parties will lose benefits under RP Act and Income Tax Act, with an appeal window of 30 days.
The weather forecast in the morning of National Day Parade (NDP) warned of thundery showers in several areas across Singapore later in the day. Instead, the 27,000 spectators, most wearing red and white, thronged the stands at the Padang on Saturday (Aug 9) under the blazing afternoon sun for the National Day Parade.The gates opened around 4pm, and as spectators made their way to their seats, many shielded themselves from the heat with umbrellas.Farina Jumat, 28 and her sister Farisah, 19, went even further. The pair told AsiaOne that they “came prepared”— with portable fans. Sisters Farisah (left) and Farina with their umbrellas and portable fans at the Padang. Photo: AsiaOne/Ching Shi Jie Farina, a pre-school teacher, said it was raining when they left home at Bukit Batok two hours ago.
Congratulations - and celebrations are in order for Sir Cliff Richard for he is back and in an epic way.
Dawladaha nugul sida Soomaaliya oo kale hoggaamintu ma aha awood la hanto ee keli ah, waase in la soo celiyo kalsoonidii dadka u dhexeysay, aaminaddii ay dowladda ku qabeen iyo midaynta qaranka kala qoqoban.
Justine Judith Lekogo, députée de la Transition et membre engagée de l'Union Démocratique des Bâtisseurs (UDB), a vivement réagi, ce samedi, aux propos jugés inacceptables du Secrétaire général du Parti Démocratique Gabonais (PDG), qui prétend conditionner la démission des militants à l'obtention d'un «quitus» délivré par la direction du parti. Dans un message sans détour publié sur sa page Facebook officielle, Mme Lekogo dénonce une manœuvre autoritaire et liberticide, contraire à (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
C'est un choix fort et cohérent, en phase avec les attentes du terrain et les réalités du cinquième arrondissement de Libreville. Les militants de base du PDG ont décidé de faire confiance à KKM, une figure respectée, humble et profondément engagée dans la vie locale, pour porter ses couleurs lors des élections législatives de septembre au premier siège du 5ᵉ arrondissement. À travers cette investiture, le parti de masse, affirme une volonté claire : valoriser les leaders de proximité, (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
Le Vice-président du gouvernement, Alexandre Barro Chambrier, a effectué une visite de terrain sur le chantier de rénovation et d'extension des bâtiments de l'Université des Sciences de la Santé (USS) d'Owendo, ce vendredi 9 août 2025. Accompagné des Ministres de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Dr. Simplice Désiré Mamboula, et de la Planification et de la Prospective, Louise Mvono, l'objectif de cette descente de terrain était de faire le point d'étape et de (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh revealed that the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully shot down five Pakistani jets and an AEW&C aircraft during Operation Sindoor. Speaking at a memorial lecture in Bengaluru, Singh's statement marks the first official confirmation of the extent of damage inflicted on Pakistani aircraft during the cross-border anti-terror operation.
Delhi was severely affected by incessant heavy rains, leading to widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across key areas like Vasant Kunj and Connaught Place. The India Meteorological Department initially issued a red alert, which was later downgraded to yellow, forecasting continued thunderstorms until August 12. The city recorded significant rainfall, with Safdarjung reporting 78.7 mm.
India's defence production has reached a record high of Rs 1,50,590 crore in FY 2024-25, marking an 18% increase from the previous year, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This represents a significant 90% surge since FY 2019-20. Singh attributed this growth to the collaborative efforts of the Department of Defence Production, DPSUs, public sector manufacturers, and the private industry.
The Congress party has intensified its criticism of the Modi government, citing US President Donald Trump's repeated assertions of having brokered peace between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor. Congress highlighted Trump's remarks about intervening to prevent a potential nuclear conflict between India-Pak, questioning «why Narendra Modi compromised the country's honour.»
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh revealed that the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and an AEW&C aircraft during Operation Sindoor. Speaking at a memorial lecture in Bengaluru, Singh's statement marks the first official confirmation of the extent of damage inflicted on Pakistani aircraft during the cross-border anti-terror operation.
The paper, Buckingham University, suggests the proportion getting top grades could remain above pre-pandemic levels.
Rob Davies (pictured), 61, who runs the Run Ragged vintage shop in Wrexham, North Wales, installed the notice to tell shoppers some cabinets were locked against theft.
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Also this week, the regime turned to ultranationalists ahead of sham election, paid $3m for access to Washington, and launched random phone checks in surveillance crackdown.
Anyone interested in an objective appraisal of the ongoing Spring Revolution in Myanmar should read veteran journalist Bertil Lintner’s new book, says Rajeev Bhattacharyya.
Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali National Army (SNA), in collaboration with the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), killed more than 100 al-Shabaab fighters and captured several others during a week-long operation in the Lower Shabelle region, the Somali Defense Ministry announced Friday evening.
Nairobi (HOL) – Police in Isiolo have launched a manhunt for three gunmen who shot and injured Idle Hassan, Secretary General of the Isiolo Somali Council of Elders, on Thursday evening outside Jamia Mosque.
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has called upon the Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA) to enforce a ban on hazardous pesticides across its member states.
Forty-year-old Maryan Muse Magoye is caring for 28 children – 10 of her own, and 18 of close relatives – without an income or stable living conditions in a displacement camp in Mogadishu.
A bus carrying mourners back home from a funeral in southwestern Kenya has overturned and plunged into a ditch, killing at least 25 people, police said.
«There are more important issues for the two presidents to address including the renewal of the New START Treaty which is due to expire in February 2026,» James Carden, retired diplomat and former advisor to the US side of the US-Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission, said
