The government is set to expedite the Foreign Contributions Regulation Act, which focuses on managing foreign funding for organizations. In contrast to criticism from a US Congressman regarding proposed changes, the administration remains resolute. Home Minister Amit Shah has met with church leaders to resolve their issues. The Bill's discussion and possible approval in Parliament are imminent.

A WhatsApp conversation triggered the CBI's probe into the NEET-UG examination scam. Subject matter experts colluded by memorizing exam questions and distributing them to students for a fee. Tracking through Mygate app logs and WhatsApp groups led investigators to the involved students and question setters. Additionally, papers were smuggled to Rajasthan, where coaching centers disseminated the leaked materials. The CBI's chargesheet scrutinizes the organized gang's exploitation of NTA's weaknesses.

India has taken a decisive step by officially naming twenty-seven sites in Arunachal Pradesh on its maps, a move designed to clarify territorial boundaries and counter Chinese assertions. These sites represent key historical moments related to border conflicts, featuring important mountains and villages along the McMahon Line, helping to raise awareness of India's rightful claims on these significant lands.

A parliamentary committee proposed an integrated security framework for Jammu and Kashmir's tourist spots. This includes comprehensive CCTV coverage and centralized monitoring facilities for enhanced safety. Clear inter-agency standard operating procedures are also recommended before peak tourist seasons. These suggestions follow a terror attack and a committee visit to assess security arrangements. The committee noted sustained growth in tourist arrivals due to improved security and infrastructure.

Two children were among the wounded

Adalbi Shkhagoshev clarified that the Kiev regime’s 40-day plan aimed at obtaining additional support from Western allies, is «a modern analogue of the ultimatums issued by various terrorist organizations» back then

Aleksandar Durdev says the reason for this sentiment is that Vladimir Zelensky is «a person representing a state that supplied Croatia with weapons and ammunition in the 1990s»

The US military has signed the first contract with tech company AeroVironment

The Central Command reported that two ships had been disabled and two others boarded

Authorities are on the hunt for Lashkar commander Mohammad Lateef Bhat throughout Kashmir and Jammu, offering a significant cash reward for information that can lead to his capture. Bhat has been linked to the targeted murders of a police officer and two migrants. In a separate incident, an SUV attempted to run over officers at a Ramban checkpoint, resulting in one arrest after the vehicle was seized.

Omar Abdullah, J&K chief minister, labeled the Iltija Mufti incident a contrived event, alleging that agencies are working to bolster the PDP's tarnished political standing. Iltija Mufti faced interrogation regarding an alleged attack on a police officer, asserting that she experienced rough treatment by police during a protest. She emphasised that her struggles represent the desires of all Kashmiris, rather than being a personal crusade.

A Jamaican man recently pleaded guilty for his role as a high-ranking member of an international fraud ring that stole more than US$9 million from over 200 elderly Americans in a decade-long sweepstakes fraud scheme, United States federal prosecutors announced. Thirty-year-old Jordan Trought entered a guilty plea on June 1 for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud, and bank fraud. Trought was arrested in Jamaica in August 2025 and extradited to the United States to face charges.

AP – Airline passengers know to expect possible flight delays when weather forecasts call for thunderstorms, heavy snow or strong wind. The omens are less obvious on a hot summer day with clear skies. Yet extreme heat also disrupts flights and travel plans. On the hottest days, thinner air can make it harder for aircraft to get off the ground safely. Airlines may have to lighten the load by removing passengers or cargo, or carrying less fuel.

An appeals court ruled earlier Friday that construction must stop until Congress authorizes the project. The ballroom is among the president’s top priorities for this term.

The Defense Department stopped processing national security reviews of wind projects in May, despite a law demanding they be completed in 75 days.

The president moved this week to counter legal defeats on ending birthright citizenship and firing a Fed governor, while seeking the justices’ help with his ballroom.

Renowned prophet and entrepreneur Shepherd Bushiri has urged Malawians to tackle poverty head-on by fundamentally rewiring their mindset and embracing practical strategies for building wealth. Speaking at the Sycamore Consult Wealth Creation Conference in Blantyre, Bushiri told attendees that poverty is far more complex than simply a lack of money, describing it instead as something […] The post ‘Poverty is a spirit, a mindset, a lifestyle’: Controversial prophet Bushiri tells Malawians to change their thinking to escape hardship appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A man who made several trips across the Gordie Howe International Bridge during opening week says he was double charged for some of those trips and is urging other travelers to check their credit card bills.

Firefighters were called to five suspicious brush fires near B.C.'s Shuswap Lake on Wednesday evening, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District says.

Quebec's premier says U.S. products will remain off the shelves of its government-run liquor stores, regardless of reports that Canada is readying to meet some U.S. demands, including rolling back its ban on American alcohol.

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) says two of its officers and a person the agency says was an offender have died as a result of a “tragic accident during a transfer from Edmonton Institution for Women.”

Calgary couple's return journey from San Francisco was so chaotic due to the WestJet strike that they got home three days late — and missed their youngest's second birthday because of it.

A 91-year-old grandfather has been sentenced to three years and nine months in prison after being convicted of two counts of indecency with a young person involving his grandchildren.

Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority (VMSA) Commissioner Mr. Less John Napuati yesterday indefinitely suspended the Safety Certificate of MV Kafe Star, a domestic vessel operating within Vanuatu waters.

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has produced a wide range of curriculum materials and resources, but many teachers are struggling to implement them effectively due to limited training and support.

The Public Land Transport Authority (PLTA) has uncovered a practice where bus permit holders purchase permits for VT10,000 before selling them to other operators for between VT150,000 and VT200,000, prompting the authority to immediately stop approving transfers of bus permits.

The leak of a Working Paper from the Office of the Ombudsman concerning the tender process for the Vanuatu International Shipping Registry (VISR) has prompted Deputy Leader of the Opposition and former Minister of Infrastructure Jay Ngwele to reject the…

A man was handed a $3,000 fine after refusing to pay for a bowl of porridge while intoxicated and later verbally abusing police officers at Orchard Plaza.Wu Guojie (transliterated), 36, faced one charge each under the Protection from Harassment Act and the Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act, reported Chinese publication Shin Min Daily News.Wu pleaded guilty to one of the charges, while the other was taken into consideration during sentencing.The incident occurred on Dec 9, 2025 at around 7am, when Wu refused to pay a female stallholder for a bowl of porridge he had ordered.The stallholder subsequently reported him to police officers. When officers asked Wu to produce identification documents to verify his identity, he refused to cooperate.Despite repeated attempts by an officer to engage him, Wu, who was intoxicated, continued shouting, behaved aggressively and even challenged the officers to arrest him, Shin Min reported.He was subsequently arrested and taken to Woodlands Police Division Headquarters.

Four people were taken to the hospital after a chain collision involving three vehicles on Bedok North Road.The incident was shared on Friday (Aug 7) via Facebook in a group for private-hire drivers. The post claimed the accident occurred at about 2.15pm.Photos of the incident showed multiple vehicles stopped in the outermost lane. One of the photos showed a green GrabCab sandwiched between two other cars.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that they were alerted to the traffic accident involving two cars and a taxi on Bedok North Road towards Bartley Road East at 2.10pm.A 43-year-old male driver and his two passengers, aged 10 and 42, were taken to the hospital conscious.A 25-year-old female passenger from another vehicle was also taken to the hospital conscious, while two other drivers, aged 48 and 65, sustained minor injuries but declined to be taken to the hospital.According to the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), two people were taken to Changi General Hospital, while another two were taken to Sengkang General Hospital.

Ilhan Fandi handed Singapore an early birthday present as his second-half equaliser secured a 1-1 draw against Indonesia, sending the Lions into the ASEAN Championship semi-finals on Friday (Aug 7).Roared on by a sell-out crowd of 5,113 at Jalan Besar Stadium, the world No. 148 hosts recovered after falling behind early in the second half. The final whistle sparked celebrations among the home supporters, who had packed the stadium just two days before National Day.Playing in their new Adidas home kit for the first time, Singapore secured second place in Group A and a berth in the last four.Ilhan capitalised on a costly goalkeeping error in the 66th minute to cancel out Ragnar Oratmangoen’s goal and deny the world No. 118 visitors the victory they needed to progress.With only a point needed to qualify, Singapore finished second in Group A behind Vietnam, whose 3-1 win over Cambodia sealed top spot.Indonesia, who entered the match knowing only a win would keep their campaign alive, were eliminated.

The legislation will now move to the House of Representatives for consideration