The application process for Haj 2026 has concluded. Applicants are awaiting the Qurrah draw on August 13. The draw will be livestreamed on the Haj Committee of India website. Provisionally selected pilgrims must pay the advance fee by August 20, 2025. Vijayawada is a new embarkation point. A shorter, 20-day Haj package is available for 10,000 pilgrims.
The 27-year-old has argued that the Red Devils' 'reactionary' approach has hampered their ability to win football's biggest prizes since Ferguson's departure.
Dame Diana Johnson, the policing minister, failed to rule out changes to the so-called 'death tax' this autumn amid growing concerns about the state of the public finances.
The Greek Cypriot government condemned the 'unacceptable' trip by Labour's Afzal Khan, piling pressure on Sir Keir Starmer to sack him.
SINGAPORE — In a ploy to withdraw money from her Central Provident Fund (CPF) account before the permitted age of 55, a woman forged two medical documents claiming she had a respiratory illness.Although the CPF Board (CPFB) saw through the ruse and did not disburse any funds to her, the prosecution said Nasuha Zakaria's crime constituted serious mischief.On Aug 12, the 34-year-old was sentenced to five months and 10 weeks' jail after she pleaded guilty to one forgery charge and two unrelated charges of theft.Four other charges of theft, forgery and fraudulently possessing property were taken into consideration during sentencing.Deputy Public Prosecutor Nivethaa Ravintharan said the scheme Nasuha tried to exploit was intended for individuals with a reduced life expectancy, those who are permanently unfit for work or those lacking mental capacity.The prosecutor added: «CPF is a government body and this is a situation where the public confidence is at stake.»The court heard that in 2021, the CPFB received two medical certification forms from Nasuha.
Resistance groups in Sagaing Township say 16 people trapped on the Sagaing–Shwebo road were killed.
Analysts say regime is seeking to erode public reverence for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi by removing monuments to her father.
Democrats have vowed to counter President Donald Trump’s push for more red House seats, but they may struggle to match it.
Small boat crossings under Labour have surged past 50,000 - equivalent to one arriving every 11 minutes. The milestone underscores the failure of Keir Starmer's pledge to 'smash the gangs'.
Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola's Peltz's vow renewal was a glamorous affair packed with family, fashion and friends earlier this month.
Billi Mucklow showed off her revenge body in a brown bikini on a family holiday on Tuesday - on the same day her ex Andy Carroll reportedly dumped his girlfriend Lou Teasdale.
Matthew Barber, the PCC for Thames Valley said that tackling thieves was not just a job for police and criticised onlookers for simply filming instances of crime.
The man shared videos of his journey on TikTok, gaining nearly one million views, as he boasted about entering the UK illegally.
Workers' Party (WP) candidates said that their decision to contest in Singapore's next general election will not depend on personal choice, but on whether the party attracts more qualified candidates.WP candidates Siti Alia Abdul Rahim Mattar and Sufyan Mikhail Putra sat down with fellow party members and hosts of This Side of the House, Eileen Chong and Andre Low.In a 42-minute-long debut episode uploaded to the party's social media channels on Monday (Aug 11), the first-time candidates reflected on GE2025 and their personal experiences stepping into Singapore's political arena as newbies.When asked about their plans to run again at the next election in five years, Siti Alia said that it would depend on what is best for the party.«It's always a question of if there are better candidates, more experienced candidates, more trained candidates — people that the party feels would be a better fit,» she said.Siti Alia said it may not be necessary to field the same candidates, but that it might be more important for the party to continue contesting in the same constituencies.
People sweltering in newbuild flats have complained the conditions are unbearable, with one resident saying the temperature inside her home hasn't been below 27C in two months.
Malawi votes on 16th September 2025 while spiraling deeper into an economic abyss, its people are confronted with a complex political choice. Malawi is on her knees, battered by unsustainable debt, crippling foreign exchange shortages, daily essential commodities price rises, rampant food insecurity, and an inflation rate that devours the livelihoods of its poorest citizens. […] The post Malawi’s Dangerous Gamble: The Two Faces of Dr. Dalitso Kabambe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
A secret high-stakes meeting between Vice President Michael Usi and former President Peter Mutharika has set the political scene ablaze, with sources revealing discussions of a bombshell shake-up to the DPP’s presidential ticket. At the centre of the proposal: former MEC Chairperson Jane Ansah as presidential candidate, with Usi as her running mate. Party insiders […] The post Behind Closed Doors: Usi–Mutharika Meeting Triggers DPP Power Struggle Over Presidential Ticket appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
With just over a month to Malawi’s high-stakes 16 September polls, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential running mate, Justice Dr. Jane Mayemu Ansah — a trusted lieutenant of Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika — has hit the campaign trail with a fiery message and a promise of “proven leadership.” On Monday, Ansah swept through Thyolo in […] The post DPP’s Ansah Roars Through Thyolo, Mwanza — Lower Shire Today as September Polls Near appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
An infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in Jammu & Kashmir's Uri sector was foiled by the army, resulting in the death of a soldier during the exchange of fire. Security forces have been on high alert following intelligence inputs suggesting possible infiltration attempts from across the LoC and the international border.
The central government clarified in Parliament that it has no intentions of enacting legislation to declare the cow as the national animal, citing that animal preservation falls under the exclusive legislative powers of state legislatures according to the Constitution. However, the Centre is actively promoting cow protection and rearing through the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, initiated in 2014.
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has assured to review a plea challenging the Supreme Court's recent directive to relocate all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters. The matter was brought to the CJI's attention, highlighting a previous order by another bench against the killing and relocation of community dogs, emphasizing compassion for all living beings.
The upcoming Alaska summit is a “personal victory” for Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky says Read Full Article at RT.com
Evika Silina noted that Riga would purchase «both air defense systems and other necessary weapons» for Kiev
Maria Zakharova pointed to Kiev’s silence regarding Ukraine refusing a thousand POWs
The debris of a drone came down on the roof of a 16-story apartment building in the city of Volgograd
According to the All-Russian Association of Fishery Enterprises, aquaculture production in Russia totaled 380,600 metric tons in 2024, which is 5% less than 2023
According to the Treasury, The US government debt climbed above $36 trillion last November
The Integrity Commission is reporting that the Supreme Court has granted its application for contempt of court against a woman it has taken to court over alleged defamatory remarks made on her social media pages. The commission says Julie Malcolm...
TORONTO: When Paul A. Smith, Commanding officer of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) York became the first black officer to lead a Royal Canadian warship, he did so with the support of those around him who saw his leadership potential. As the...
The only question now is when Kiev’s Western backers will admit defeat, Hungarian PM Viktor Orban has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Ceding territory to Russia would only lead to a new war, the Ukrainian leader claims Read Full Article at RT.com
The upcoming Alaska summit is a “personal victory” for Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky says Read Full Article at RT.com
In a tragic incident in Kushinagar, a 30-year-old mentally challenged woman, Madhuri, was allegedly killed by stray dogs. Her body was discovered in a paddy field near Arjun Dumri village, with parts eaten away. She had been missing since Monday. Locals report a persistent stray dog problem in the area, with previous incidents involving livestock.
