The YSR Congress Party, with its 11 MPs, has pledged its support to NDA's vice-presidential candidate, C P Radhakrishnan, bolstering the ruling alliance's prospects. YSRCP MP Maddila Gurumoorthy confirmed the party's backing, even as the opposition gears up to nominate its own candidate. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reportedly contacted YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy to secure the endorsement.

Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to New Delhi marks a renewed effort to improve Sino-Indian relations. Wang's meeting with S Jaishankar and participation in border talks with Ajit Doval, follows agreements made between Modi and Xi in Kazan. China aims to build political trust, expand cooperation, and manage differences for stable bilateral ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, celebrating his Axiom-4 mission to the ISS and India's growing space capabilities. Shukla shared pictures from space and received accolades in Parliament, though the Opposition's boycott drew criticism. India's space ambitions, including the Gaganyaan program and a planned space station, were highlighted, with the first module expected by 2028.

According to the Kremlin, Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed support for diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow steps up its support for the Sahel nations aiding them in securing sovereignty, particularly through advancements in e-governance Read Full Article at RT.com

Powerlifter Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson — better known worldwide as The Mountain — has challenged billionaire Elon Musk, owner of the platform X and founder of OpenAI, to create a strength-training robot.

The old adage that money can't buy you style is certainly true when it comes to decorating your home like a pro.

At times it feels like ugly, drawn-out battles over inheritance have become part and parcel of modern life.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s defense minister on Monday called on government forces and allied militia to press deeper into al-Shabab strongholds in Middle Shabelle, as the federal government prepared for a new offensive against the extremist group.

According to Olga Solomina, glaciers on Elbrus decreased by 23% over the studied period between 1997 and 2017

Executive secretary of the ruling Georgian Dream-Democratic Georgia party Mamuka Mdinaradze stressed that Georgia had averted that fate

As of today, the TurkStream gas pipeline remains the only active route for Russian gas supplies to Europe

The crews of Su-33 aircraft of the Navy provided fighter support for the flight

Dagaman Bugala is a unique complex of indigenous peoples, where they can conduct rituals, turn to sacred stones for advice and blessing

By all accounts, Meghan's life story so far could be considered a modern day fairy tale.

At least two children were killed in the aerial massacre in Mawchi, a town that has been controlled by the Karenni resistance since January 2024.

India’s new indirect tax cuts will make consumer products cheaper and boost consumption Read Full Article at RT.com

After suspending Ukraine’s democratic order, he now hides behind the constitution to block negotiations Read Full Article at RT.com

Nigeria’s Emergency Management Agency has said it is conducting search operations to rescue possible survivors Read Full Article at RT.com

Kirill Dmitriev has praised the US president for seeking peace and voiced optimism before White House talks with Vladimir Zelensky Read Full Article at RT.com

The Ukrainian leader hopes that with the support of Western nations, Kiev can “force Russia into a real peace” Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – Participants from over 30 countries will attend the 10th Science and Technology Exchange Program (STEP), scheduled to take place on September 7 at Tehran’s Amirkabir University of Technology.

TEHRAN – Utilizing the science and capabilities of experts is essential for species conservation as it plays a key role in addressing the critical situation of endangered species, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

[Sankofa Book Awards] Author won the Sankofa Book Awards Kenya 2025 with the novel The Inmate: The Beginning and the End of an Injustice and leads the list of 97 young African literary talents.

[New Times] Echoes of renewed military posturing by the Kinshasa regime--from stockpiling arms to rumors of hiring mercenaries--cast a long shadow over the prospects for peace in eastern DR Congo, even after the parties, including Kinshasa are calling for fresh return to the Doha negotiations.

[New Times] Aisa Kirabo Kacyira, a diplomat and former Mayor of Kigali who passed away on August 12, will be laid to rest on Tuesday, August 19, in the Rusororo Cemetery, The New Times has learnt.

Those caught vaping in public transport premises will be removed and reported to the authorities, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has warned.In a Facebook post on Monday (Aug 18), LTA said that for those found intoxicated, the police may be called in.The authority is the latest Government agency to step up enforcement efforts against vaping, following Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s announcement of a “nationwide enforcement” campaign a day earlier.“Our station staff are on active patrol to keep our public transport safe and smoke-free,” LTA said. “Anyone caught vaping will be removed from the premises and reported to the authorities. For those found intoxicated, the police may be called in too."

The Malaysian Special Branch's former director Dato' Sri Haji Mohd Khalid bin Haji Ismail has been conferred the prestigious Pingat Jasa Gemilang, or Meritorious Service Medal, by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Dato' Sri Haji Khalid was presented with the award by Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam on Monday (Aug 18). The award was given for his instrumental role in enhancing the strong professional ties and cooperation between the Malaysian Special Branch (MSB) and the Internal Security Department (ISD) during his tenure as director, a statement from ISD said. 

Three students at Sengkang Green Primary School have been suspended after they allegedly bullied a classmate and threatened to «dissect» her and her family.A voice message allegedly sent by one of the Primary 3 students was uploaded online by Facebook user Yin Ni, who said she is the victim's mother, on Aug 14.In the clip, the voice of a young boy can be heard spewing vulgarities and saying, « I might dissect her, I might dissect her into pieces like you.»So, which one do you want me to do? Dissect her, or end her life in school? Choose one. Either don't want one, I will kill you instead and your husband. (sic)«In response to media queries, Sengkang Green Primary School said it has engaged with the parents of the three students on their actions, and the students were immediately suspended.The school will review and take further disciplinary action which may include caning after police have looked into the matter, it said, adding that the students involved have been counselled.The school also said that its investigations found that the affected student had also engaged in »hurtful behaviours", and it will address them.

L'entreprise Olam située dans la province du Moyen-Ogooué traverse une situation critique sans précédente. Mécontents du traitement infligé par l'employeur, les employés ayants passé des entretiens des départs négociés reprocheraient à leur employeur le non-respect des textes législatifs et réglementaires en vigueur. Aux dires des travailleurs, l'employeur a communiqué sur sa volonté de procéder à la rupture amiable de leurs contrats de travail, le jeudi 7 août dernier, avant de passer (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Trade and Industry Minister Vitumbiko Mumba has struck another blow against powerful cartels, this time in the cement industry, following his recent assault on sugar monopolies that had long kept Malawians at the mercy of inflated prices. Barely days after dismantling sugar cartels and restoring much-needed supply to the local market, Mumba announced the arrival […] The post Just as on Sugar, Mumba Delivers Again on Cement: K26,000 Cement Hits Local Market, Breaking Cartel Grip appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.