TEHRAN – Twenty Asiatic cheetahs have so far been spotted in wildlife reserves across the country, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

TEHRAN – Biotechnology, as one of the highly promising scientific fields, plays a key role in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs), as it holds a 60 percent share of the goals related to life sciences and their applications directly or indirectly.

TEHRAN – The health ministry has dispatched a team of Persian medicine experts to provide health services to pilgrims during the Arbaeen pilgrimage.

TEHRAN – Around 850,000 Iranians donated blood in the first four months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, according to an official with the Blood Transfusion Organization.

Moldovan opposition politician Ilan Shor has denounced the prison sentence handed to his ally, Evgenia Gutsul Read Full Article at RT.com

The move sideways and downward was registered days after an 8.8-magnitude quake rocked Kamchatka’s coast Read Full Article at RT.com

The Ghanaian government has said the move fulfills a campaign pledge and ensures 70% of export value goes directly to producers Read Full Article at RT.com

OpenAI is reportedly in talks about a stock sale that would push its market valuation to half a trillion dollars Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi has greenlighted the acquisition of more BrahMos missiles and armed drones, along with upgrades to other existing platforms Read Full Article at RT.com

Prince Andrew's scandalous and faux pas-ridden life has been outlined in extracts from a new book serialised in the Mail, prompting fresh questions over his titles.

Lee Claydon plummeted from the upper tier balcony of the stadium in north London in front of 100,000 people on Saturday. The father-of-one, from Bournemouth, died at the scene.

A review of official vehicle registrations figures by the RAC Foundation found that the average car on the country's roads at the end of 2024 was nine years and 10 months.

The charity's board, many of whom are long-time friends of Prince Harry and resigned en masse in March, claimed that the watchdog had 'chosen to ignore key concerns and irrefutable evidence'.

The Duke of York's ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, once flew 1,500 miles in an attempt to date legendary golfer Tiger Woods.

Narendra Modi will visit China for the SCO Summit. This is his first visit since the Galwan clash. The visit happens amid trade issues with the United States. Donald Trump threatens higher tariffs on India. India defends its energy strategy. Ajit Doval is in Moscow for talks on strategic partnership. Discussions will include Russian oil supplies to India.

Delhi Assembly witnessed a tumultuous session as AAP MLAs, including Atishi, were marshalled out following a dispute with BJP members over the authenticity of a structure on the premises. The BJP claims the renovated site, inaugurated as a British-era execution chamber, was actually a tiffin room, accusing the AAP government of historical manipulation.

A cloudburst near Harsil in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district triggered a flash flood, leaving 11 Indian Army jawans missing. Rescue teams, including the NDRF and Army personnel, are working tirelessly in challenging conditions to locate the missing soldiers. The area is isolated due to road breaches and a collapsed bridge, complicating relief efforts.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spearheaded a massive protest rally in Jhargram, condemning alleged attacks on Bengali-speaking migrants and accusing the BJP of orchestrating a campaign of harassment. Banerjee vowed to expose the BJP if attacks on Bengali language and people continue, asserting that Bengali identity will not be silenced.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Petroleum Minister Abdirizak Omar Mohamed has sharply criticized the Somali federal government for accrediting Ethiopia’s new ambassador to Somalia, Suleiman Dedefo, despite his prior public support for Somaliland’s secession—a move Abdirizak says undermines national sovereignty and exposes a failure in vetting procedures.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has defended its participation in a United Nations-backed summit for landlocked countries, saying the move aligns with its economic strategy to boost regional integration and attract investment in its ports and transport infrastructure.

I don’t know who coined the phrase ‘a pessimist is an experienced optimist,’ but I find some comfort in it when analyzing current and the foreseeable future of Somalia.

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Uttarakhand's Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inspected relief efforts in the disaster-hit Dharali region, with central and state agencies working to restore normalcy. Prime Minister Modi pledged full support, as helicopters deliver aid and personnel clear routes. Medical and support teams are on-site, with relief camps established and efforts underway to restore essential services.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ali Mohamed Omar, hosted a dinner on Monday for eight newly accredited ambassadors, shortly after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi received their credentials.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Isaak Mohamud Mursal, held bilateral talks with Turkmenistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Ahmet Gurbanov, on Monday in the coastal city of Awaza, along the Caspian Sea.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Isaak Mohamud Mursal, participated in the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3), held on Tuesday in Awaza, Turkmenistan.

The BJP plans to file a contempt of court petition against Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for her remarks defending Rahul Gandhi after the Supreme Court criticized his comments during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. BJP MP Manan Kumar Mishra deemed her statements "irresponsible.

In Fatehpur, Swami Prasad Maurya faced an attack. A Karni Sena worker, disguised as a supporter, slapped him during a welcome ceremony. The attacker blended into the crowd. Police are investigating the incident and the attacker's motive. Maurya has been in the news for controversial remarks on Hinduism. His comments have sparked outrage among Hindu groups.

Mallikarjun Kharge has urged the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman to allow a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, emphasizing its critical importance to voters, especially those from weaker sections. He referenced a past ruling affirming the House's right to discuss matters of fundamental democratic importance like electoral roll revisions.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy protested in Delhi. He demanded President Murmu approve 42% reservation for Backward Classes. Reddy accused the BJP of delaying the process. He warned the party would be seen as anti-backward class. The state government fulfilled its promise of OBC reservation. The bills have been pending for months. Congress leaders are united on the issue.

From Birmingham to Seville, US-born Charlie Seville has explored a range of cities around Europe. She's shared her thoughts on what was the worst to visit, and the best. 

It's the scandal dubbed 'PPI on Wheels' Last week the Supreme Court dealt a blow to millions of drivers hoping for a payout on their car finance deals.