Republican leaders are asking the high court to remove limits on how much parties can spend in coordination with federal candidates on items like advertisements.

Port Vila City Council (PVCC) has recently signed a contract agreement with Esperanza, a contractor duly authorised and experienced in building maintenance and repair work for the PVCC main office.

The Supreme Court has dismissed a claim by landowner Tari Vanua, who sought to overturn the forfeiture of his rural agricultural lease, ruling that the Minister of Lands acted lawfully in ending the lease due to years of unpaid rent.

The Supreme Court has awarded VT4,100,000 in damages, with interest at 5% per annum, to the father of a student who died as a result of injuries suffered in a road accident on Santo in 2021.

The Ministry of Health (MOH), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), has taken a major step to improve the accuracy of national health data by training doctors and medical officers on the Medical Certification of Cause of Death…

The lawyer for the Members of Parliament (MPs) who challenged the ruling of the Speaker of Parliament, Stephen Felix, Sakiusa Kalsakau, submitted to the Supreme Court yesterday that the motion has been filed and therefore Parliament has business to deal…

The government has doubled IndiGo's flight cuts to 10% following operational failures and crew norm non-compliance. This punitive action aims to stabilize the airline's services and reduce passenger disruptions. IndiGo's CEO was summoned to explain the mismanagement, with further reviews planned. Other airlines saw minor adjustments to their winter schedules.

A nationwide school survey reveals alarming drug experimentation among Indian children, with initiation as early as 11 and an average age of 12.9. One in seven students has tried psychoactive substances, with opioids and cannabis prevalent. Experts warn of easy access and emotional distress driving this trend, urging early intervention and parental vigilance.

The Supreme Court clarified that while the Election Commission cannot definitively determine citizenship, it can inquire about it if doubts arise regarding voters. The apex court emphasized that Indian citizenship is a constitutional prerequisite for voting, not merely a matter of residence and age. This ruling supports the EC's stance on verifying voter eligibility.

The change in the format of Vladimir Zelensky's interaction with press is also due to his nervousness because of the tough position of the United States, noted Rodion Miroshnik

«We don’t have enough support for this», also noted Vladimir Zelensky

Stephane Dujarric added that Russia had contributed $71,781,915

Scott Bessent also said that during the phone call with Yulia Sviridenko he highlighted US President Donald Trump’s commitment to securing a lasting peace in Ukraine

«One must also be realistic in these matters,» the pontiff added

Teivitau Bambridge, figure emblématique du motocross en Polynésie, est décédé le 7 décembre, dans sa 61ème année. Pilote passionné, ancien membre du team Yamaha et père de famille, il laisse derrière lui de nombreux proches. Les cérémonies se tiennent à Paea.

A UK active-duty military service member has been killed in an accident in Ukraine, the Ministry of Defense said Read Full Article at RT.com

The US and Russia have held a business dialogue in Dubai to set a long-term agenda for stronger cooperation, according to a joint statement Read Full Article at RT.com

Protecting the people in Donbass from Kiev’s troops remains the key aim, according to the Russian president Read Full Article at RT.com

Holiday travel plans for countless domestic flyers face disruption as IndiGo slashes 200-400 flights daily. This significant capacity cut by India's largest airline is creating a sharp demand-supply gap, making new bookings difficult and potentially leading to cancellations for existing Yuletide travel. Other airlines are operating at maximum capacity, unable to fill the void quickly.

Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu has apologized for the IndiGo passenger disruptions and vowed strict action, potentially including the CEO's removal. The probe will scrutinize the airline's operations and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's (DGCA) oversight. The minister acknowledged passenger distress, including exorbitant surge pricing, and assured accountability.

Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of capturing the Election Commission, alleging it colludes with the ruling party to win polls and commits «vote chori.» He criticized the government's move to exclude the Chief Justice from the EC selection panel, giving the PM complete control.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey countered Rahul Gandhi's electoral malpractice claims, stating EVMs were introduced by Rajiv Gandhi to curb irregularities. He linked Congress and regional parties' opposition to Special Intensive Revision (SIR) to «pro-Muslim» politics, citing population growth in West Bengal. Dubey also accused Congress of past «vote chori» and influencing poll body appointments.

Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that the Congress's decision to divide Vande Mataram in 1937, as a concession to the Muslim League, initiated appeasement politics that ultimately led to India's partition. He emphasized the song's role in cultural nationalism and slammed the opposition for belittling its significance.

The GOP plan would replace expiring ACA subsidies with a new program that directly funds health savings accounts for eligible patients

Adm. Alvin Holsey, who oversees military operations in Latin America, has voiced concern about the Trump administration’s activities there.

The complaint alleges that the U.S. military strikes on boats suspected of trafficking drugs from Latin America are illegal and that the public deserves to know the justification behind them.

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to explain why Assam voters were exempted from providing documentary proof during electoral roll revision, a requirement elsewhere. This exemption, despite concerns about illegal migrants, has been questioned. Separately, the court ruled that voting rights for persecuted minorities under the CAA can only be considered after citizenship is granted.

India, France, and the UAE are conducting a significant air combat exercise over the Arabian Sea to bolster trilateral defense cooperation and interoperability. The Indian Air Force is deploying advanced fighter jets and support aircraft, while France and the UAE will participate with their own Rafale and Mirage fleets.

Key NDA allies JDU and TDP slammed the opposition for 'double standards' on EVMs, questioning why machines are deemed faulty only after electoral losses. Shiv Sena (Shinde) pushed for lowering the voting age to 18, advocating for remote voting for migrants and simultaneous polls. Allies emphasized voter maturity and dismissed manipulation claims.

The Congress-led coalition of opposition parties is making strong demands for the reinstatement of ballot papers alongside a transformed collegium responsible for appointing election commissioners. Their criticisms target the Election Commission, claiming it has lost credibility, especially regarding electoral roll updates and those pesky model code infringements.

CBI has registered an FIR against Jai Anmol Ambani in a Rs 228 crore bank fraud case linked to Reliance Housing Finance. Searches were conducted at his residence. The agency is investigating allegations of cheating and criminal conspiracy causing wrongful loss to Union Bank of India. A second FIR targets RCFL and its officials for a Rs 57.

However, he said that legislative changes and security measures are needed to hold elections so that military personnel can also vote

According to Zelensky, work is underway on three documents

He sets obviously unacceptable conditions, noted Rodion Miroshnik