Rahul Gandhi, during the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar, accused the Election Commission of colluding with the BJP in «vote theft.» He alleged a 2023 law shields election commissioners from legal action, enabling the EC to favor the ruling party.

European leaders, including from the U.K., France and Germany, will join as Trump meets Zelensky in Washington after his Alaska summit with Putin.

SANA cited a source in the city’s security services as saying that, according to preliminary data, no one was hurt

«The IDF will continue to work in order to improve the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, along with the international community, while refuting the false claims of deliberate starvation in Gaza,» the IDF said

«They re-emphasised the readiness to deploy a reassurance force once hostilities have ceased, and to help secure Ukraine’s skies and seas and regenerate Ukraine’s armed forces,» according to a statement issued by the UK Prime Minister’s office

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy has claimed that Moscow made a “significant” shift in its demands during the Alaska summit Read Full Article at RT.com

The visit follows a summit in Alaska between the presidents of Russia and US on resolving the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

Blockbuster without an ending: the Alaska summit and what comes next Read Full Article at RT.com

AIIMS Jammu has achieved 7th position nationwide in the Government Medical Universities Ranking 2025, becoming the second-highest ranked institute after AIIMS Delhi. The institute scored 385.62 out of 400 in Academic and Research Excellence, reflecting its quality teaching and research. This success is attributed to the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.

Tragedy struck Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district as flash floods and landslides, triggered by a cloudburst and heavy rain, claimed at least seven lives, including five children. The deluge submerged villages, damaged houses and disrupted transportation, prompting rescue operations by the Army, police, and SDRF. Authorities have issued warnings and closed schools as more rain is expected in the region.

Shahnawaz, an SDRF member, became a hero after rescuing a 13-month-old girl from debris in Kishtwar. A cloudburst caused flash floods, resulting in deaths and injuries. Shahnawaz's photo went viral. He also revived another girl. Despite the dangers, his family supports his work. He continues to warn people about the stream.

In a remote village of Chasoti, teacher Hukum Chand's decision to delay his students' lunch saved 80 children from a catastrophic flash flood. As a mountain collapsed into a stream, destroying homes and temples, Chand's quick thinking ensured the children's safety while the rest of the village was left grappling with immense loss and devastation.

Franceville, Haut-Ogooué. Avec un taux de chômage estimé à 88 %, le 2ᵉ Arrondissement de la Commune de Franceville fait aussi partie des zones les plus touchées par le manque d'emplois dans la province du Haut-Ogooué. Concrètement, cela signifie que près de 9 habitants sur 10 sont sans activité rémunérée, une situation qui frappe en particulier la jeunesse, pourtant considérée comme la première richesse de notre société. Ce constat alarmant appelle à une prise de conscience collective (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Au sortir de la messe d'action de grâce célébrée ce matin en faveur de la Nation, en la paroisse Saint Pierre, et en prélude à la commémoration du 65ème anniversaire de l'accession du Gabon à la souveraineté internationale, le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a honoré ce jour la mémoire de feu le Président Léon Mba. En présence des Vice-Présidents de la République et du gouvernement, des membres du Gouvernement (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, has strengthened mechanisation support for farmers in St Elizabeth with the provision of a new tractor to the National Irrigation Commission’s (NIC) Hounslow office in Watchwell. Portfolio...

A rockfall occurred earlier today near Holtsnúp under Eyjafjöll, at almost the same spot where a fatal accident happened in March this year.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somalia’s Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission announced on Sunday that voter registration for the upcoming one-person-one-vote elections in Banadir region has been officially completed.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential running mate, Justice Dr. Jane Ansah, has hailed the CCAP Synod of Livingstonia for 150 years of trailblazing contributions to Malawi’s spiritual, educational, and social fabric. Speaking at a colorful anniversary celebration at Mzuzu Stadium on Sunday, Ansah lauded the church for pioneering formal education and remaining a moral compass […] The post Jane Ansah Salutes Livingstonia Synod’s 150-Year Legacy, Pledges Partnership if DPP Wins appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is in the headlines again. Not for innovation, not for a scientific breakthrough, not for good governance. No — we went viral Because a YouTuber with a goofy name, MrBeast, did for us what our government has failed to do for six decades: drill a borehole. Cue the applause. Cue the shame. Cue the […] The post So, We Can’t Drill Our Own Boreholes? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A political rally organized by Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola Banda in Nkhota, Kasungu, descended into chaos, leaving the minister humiliated and his ambitions bruised. Chithyola Banda had hoped to charm voters with campaign promises as he eyes a return to Parliament in the September 16 elections. But the event turned ugly when unknown assailants unleashed […] The post Kasungu Chaos: Finance Minister’s Rally Ends in Humiliation as Stones Rain Down appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

«He has the world's largest tactical nuclear arsenal in the world, and the second largest strategic nuclear arsenal in the world,» the US Secretary of State said

The sources link this new Hamas’ position to the Israeli plan for occupying Gaza and displacing its residents, which they want to stop

«This war is only going to get worse. It's not going to get better,» the US Secretary of State said

According to the NTV television channel, Merz will arrive in the White House at about noon and his return flight is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. local time

«They’re coming here tomorrow because we’ve been working with the Europeans,» the US Secretary of State said

The Government is currently studying the experiences of other countries that have passed new laws to tighten access to the internet and social media for children, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said at the National Day Rally 2025 on Sunday (Aug 17).PM Wong highlighted the concern that the government has regarding the impact of technology, including social media, on children, explaining that many parents worry that their children spend too much time in front of their screens.«This isn't a new worry — in the past, children were constantly reminded not to watch too much TV,» he compared.«But today's environment is on a wholly different scale. Everyone is online — always connected, and always within reach on their phones.»This means that parents find it harder to set boundaries or keep track of their child's digital footprint, whether they are scrolling on social media, surfing the internet or playing games online.«When young people become overly immersed in the virtual world, they may lose touch with the real one. They may grow up more socially isolated,» PM Wong warned.

The Government will support fresh graduates and help them secure employment opportunities with government-funded traineeship programmes. The programme is meant to offer more training opportunities amid the current economic uncertainty, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong as he announced it during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday (Aug 17). «After graduation, I know many are concerned about jobs,» he said, adding that the traineeships will be a «near term» solution that provides these graduates with the chance to gain real-world experience while receiving an allowance.Through the traineeships, graduates will be able to «keep their skills sharp», he said, better equipping them to secure full-time jobs once the economy fully recovers.The new government-funded traineeship programme will apply to Institute of Technical Education, polytechnic and university graduates.According to PM Wong, the programme will be announced by the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) and will begin with «a more focussed rollout».«If the economy worsens, we will scale up the programme,» he added.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addressed the nation during the National Day Rally 2025 on Sunday (Aug 17), where he weighed in on Singapore's journey thus far and unveiled his plans for the future. The rally also saw attendance from Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong, former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong and Opposition leader Pritam Singh.Speaking from the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) College Central at Ang Mo Kio, he looked back on the nation's 60th birthday, which was celebrated at the Padang and Marina Bay.«60 may not seem like a major milestone, but for us it carries deep meaning, because it comes at a turning point in global history and it marks the start of a new chapter in our Singapore story,» PM Wong said.Highlighting the turbulence present in the world today, he stressed that peace and stability are now «precarious», and shared Singapore's steps forward for a «complex new era».Here are five key points he brought up during the rally. 

After the Uttarakhand Cabinet decided to introduce the Uttarakhand Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, Uttarakhand waqf Board Chairman Shadab Shams on Sunday extended his congratulations to Pushkar Singh Dhami government.