The minister took part in the «Russia - Small Island States of the South Pacific» Meeting held on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, the top Russian diplomat met with the foreign ministers of Vanuatu, Tonga, Marshall Islands and Nauru

«I expect us to exchange views on the situation in Afghanistan, which is developing very rapidly,» Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud warned Wednesday that the world is on a “dark and dangerous path” as rising nationalism and fragmented responses to global crises threaten the rules-based international order, calling instead for renewed international solidarity to confront existential threats.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — Kenyan police have arrested a second teenager accused of desecrating the national flag during last weekend’s CAF Champions League clash in Nairobi, an incident that has fueled public outrage and diplomatic condemnation.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (HOL) — Minnesota state Sen. Omar Fateh, a Democratic-Farmer-Labor lawmaker running for Minneapolis mayor, said his campaign office was vandalized this week with a threatening message that read, “Somali Muslim — this warning is no joke.”

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) secured a Rs 66,500-crore contract to deliver 97 Tejas Mark-1A fighters to the Indian Air Force (IAF) starting 2027-28. This follows delays in the delivery of the initial 83 jets ordered in 2021, primarily due to delayed engine supplies from General Electric. HAL anticipates delivering two aircraft next month, with GE promising increased engine deliveries soon.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court denied bail to a trucker accused of drunk driving, emphasizing that it poses a grave threat to public safety. The court stated leniency would embolden others and highlighted the reckless endangerment of innocent lives. The accused, Jagtar Singh, is charged with killing a medical student while driving under the influence.

A recent report indicates that poverty remains the primary driver of child marriage in India, although cases have declined in villages over the past three years. The study, conducted across five states, highlights that financial constraints, perceived need for protection, and cultural practices contribute to the issue.

Congress is aggressively advocating for social justice by criticizing the UP government's ban on caste-based political rallies. Mallikarjun Kharge questioned PM Modi about the ban's compatibility with the acceptance of caste census, linking it to protests against caste atrocities. This stance aligns with Congress's new Mandalite fervor, driven by Rahul Gandhi's focus on pro-poor politics and reservations.

Sonia Gandhi criticized India's silence on Palestine, attributing it to the personal friendship between PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu, rather than India's values or interests. She argued that this personalized diplomacy undermines India's foreign policy and historical stance on freedom and human dignity. Sonia emphasized that silence equates to complicity.

Un nouveau cap a été franchi dans le partenariat stratégique entre Rabat et Washington. Dans le sillage de la reconnaissance américaine de la souveraineté du Maroc sur son Sahara, les Etats-Unis ont annoncé leur volonté de stimuler les investissements dans les Provinces du Sud du Royaume. L'annonce a été faite par Christopher Landau, Secrétaire d'Etat adjoint américain, à l'issue d'un entretien tenu à New York avec Nasser Bourita, ministre des Affaires étrangères, de la Coopération (...) - INTERNATIONAL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

À l'occasion du débat général de la 80ᵉ session de l'Assemblée générale des Nations Unies, le Président de la République, Chef de l'État et du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a honoré la tribune onusienne en portant un message fort, à la fois pour le Gabon et pour l'Afrique. D'entrée, le Chef de l'État a adressé ses chaleureuses félicitations à S.E. Madame Annalena Baerbock, élue à la présidence de cette session historique. Revenant sur l'actualité nationale, (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The sudden chorus of Europeans crying about Russia’s supposed airspace violations comes at a convenient time Read Full Article at RT.com

Border Security Force (BSF) troops successfully foiled an infiltration attempt in the RS Pura sector of Jammu, apprehending a Pakistani intruder on Thursday. The suspect, identified as Mohammad Akram from Sialkot, was taken into custody after crossing the international border. This incident marks the second apprehension of a Pakistani national in the area this month, raising concerns about cross-border activities.

Following violent protests in Leh over statehood and Sixth Schedule status, police detained 48 people after four deaths and numerous injuries. A heavy curfew is in place as investigations begin into the use of force, while political figures urge restraint and dialogue. The unrest stems from delays in addressing Ladakh's demands since it became a Union Territory.

India successfully tested the Agni-Prime missile. The missile has a range of 2,000km. It was launched from a rail-based system. This enhances its mobility and survivability. The Agni-Prime will replace older missiles. India is also strengthening its naval nuclear capabilities. The INS Aridhaman will be commissioned soon. This will further boost India's defense capabilities.

Un oiseau presque invisible continue de survivre dans les forêts reculées de Rapa : le Ptilope de Hutton, appelé localement koko. Plus grand des Ptilopes de Polynésie française, cet oiseau coloré est aujourd’hui classé en danger critique d’extinction. Mais grâce aux efforts conjoints des scientifiques et de la population locale, une lueur d’espoir apparaît pour son avenir.

Matahi Taruoura a été couronné grand lauréat de la 8ᵉ édition du concours des Voix des Outre-mer en Polynésie. Ce ténor lyrique, qui a tenté sa chance pour la troisième fois, a obtenu le précieux sésame qui lui permet de représenter le fenua à la grande finale nationale, prévue en janvier prochain sur la scène de l'Opéra Bastille à Paris

L'ancien président de la République a été condamné à 5 ans d'emprisonnement avec mandat de dépôt différé dans le cadre du procès sur le financement de sa campagne présidentielle en 2007 par la Libyie de Kadhafi. Il est convoqué par le parquet national financier le 13 octobre pour fixer sa date d'incarcération. C'est la première fois qu'un président de la 5ème République est condamné à de la prison ferme.

A red warning light is currently flashing at Reynisfjara beach due to dangerous surf conditions, and a barrier has been placed across the path leading to the shore. Despite this, tourists are still venturing down to the beach, putting themselves at serious risk.

More than 1,130 drivers were caught speeding in and around elementary schools in the capital area during police speed checks in May and September, according to a statement from the Metropolitan Police.

[New Times] President Paul Kagame on Thursday, September 25, attended the matriculation ceremony of the African School of Governance's (ASG) pioneer cohort of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme held at Marriott Kigali.

[New Times] Rwanda and DR Congo governments have reaffirmed the commitment to eradicate the threat posed by the FDLR genocidal militia, as officials from both countries concluded the second meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) in Washington, D.C.

[Capital FM] Kigali, Rwanda -- President Paul Kagame has urged the global sporting community to embrace fairness and inclusivity, criticizing what he described as outdated skepticism toward non-traditional hosts of major international competitions.

Tech rivalry without safeguards “could threaten humanity’s existence,” deputy UN envoy Dmitry Polyansky has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

The prime minister has stressed the importance of New Delhi’s ties with Moscow, despite US pressure Read Full Article at RT.com

Georgian leaders have condemned Vladimir Zelensky’s UNGA remarks on Georgia, telling him to focus on Ukraine instead Read Full Article at RT.com

The Russian Defense Ministry has provided a rare update on the territorial gains made in the Ukraine conflict this year Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow’s envoy to France, Aleksey Meshkov, has responded to the NATO threat to target aircraft that allegedly violate its airspace Read Full Article at RT.com

The Patriotic Electoral Bloc has claimed the pro-Western authorities plan to rig Sunday’s parliamentary election Read Full Article at RT.com

The Election Commission has revised counting rules, mandating that all postal ballots be counted before the penultimate round of EVM/VVPAT counting. This reverses a 2019 change that allowed EVM counting to proceed regardless of postal ballot status. The decision follows objections from the INDIA bloc, which cited instances where victory margins were smaller than the number of postal ballots.

Vkas Sheel, a 1994-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as Chhattisgarh's new chief secretary, succeeding Amitabh Jain. The Chhattisgarh government issued the order on Thursday. Sheel, currently an advisor at the Asian Development Bank, previously served as Collector of Raipur and Bilaspur and held key positions in central government, including Additional Secretary for Health and Jal Jeevan Mission.

India's forest cover saw a modest 2.5% increase between 2010-11 and 2021-22, with a significant 22.7% surge in very dense forests, signaling successful conservation. While moderately dense forests declined, open forests also expanded. The government's report highlights improved forest conditions regarding biomass and carbon storage, but warns of regeneration decline and rising fire risks.

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has congratulated Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit on his return to active service after being acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. A special NIA court acquitted all seven accused due to the prosecution's failure to establish the case beyond a reasonable doubt. The 2008 Malegaon blast resulted in six deaths and 95 injuries.

S Jaishankar addressed the G20 Foreign Ministers' meeting, criticizing double standards in energy purchases, particularly regarding Russian oil, and emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy to address global conflicts. He highlighted the impact of conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza on the Global South, urging stronger energy and economic security. Jaishankar stressed the importance of multilateral reforms and combating terrorism.