The Swiss Consulate General in Vancouver has confirmed the three people killed in Sunday's avalanche in northern B.C. were Swiss nationals. They were part of a group of four that was heli-skiing on Mount Knauss, about 30 kilometres north of Terrace.

An RCMP-led corruption investigation is underway and search warrants were executed on a number of properties, including the homes of former mayor Jyoti Gondek, former councillor Sean Chu and sitting councillor Andre Chabot.

Kazem Jalali says there were no negotiations between representatives of the countries for more than 20 days, the entire duration of the conflict

Abbas Araghchi says Frank-Walter Steinmeier «should be given credit» for condemning the violations against Iranians

According to sources cited by the newspaper, the plan affects the missile and nuclear programs of the Islamic republic

Oded Joseph says that Russia and Israel are friendly countries

The UK prime minister expressed «unwavering support» for Saudi Arabia

India's informal sector added nearly 75 lakh jobs between January and December 2025, signaling a strong recovery from recent economic shocks. The 'other services' sector led growth with 35 lakh new jobs, while manufacturing and trade also saw significant additions. The number of informal establishments also grew by 8%.

The Supreme Court expressed disapproval of a PIL requesting separate enumeration of Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes in the upcoming census. The bench suggested the petition's motive might be to gain SC/ST status, calling such moves «calculated» and potentially aimed at dividing India. Despite recommendations for enumeration since 2000, the government has not acted.

Election Commission convened with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to bolster election preparedness. The focus was on ensuring peaceful polls by strengthening border security and curbing illegal activities like cash, liquor, and drug smuggling. All agencies were directed to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent violence and inducements.

A great leap backwards, Trump-style, can save America. The 50th anniversary Compass column. Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel’s defense minister has announced plans for a military occupation of southern Lebanon that involves forced displacement of residents Read Full Article at RT.com

ICE agents at US airports should be treated as a “test run” for the 2026 elections, ex-Trump strategist Steve Bannon has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The wiretapping of Hungarian FM Peter Szijjarto has exposed the network of EU spies and journalists attempting to oust Viktor Orban Read Full Article at RT.com

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The Supreme Court has ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to hundreds of women short service commission officers whose permanent commission was unfairly denied due to arbitrary ACR assessments.

Lok Sabha approved the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 via voice vote, despite opposition calls for wider consultations. The government stated the changes aim to ensure benefits reach genuine transgender individuals, moving away from self-perceived gender identity and introducing a medical board for certification. The bill now heads to the Rajya Sabha.

Prime Minister Modi has cautioned about a prolonged disruption stemming from the West Asia conflict. He stated this crisis will be a major test for India, potentially leading to an energy crisis and serious global economic consequences.

The Supreme Court ruled that only individuals professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism can be members of Scheduled Castes. Conversion to any other religion results in an absolute loss of SC status, preventing invocation of the SC/ST Act. This ruling contrasts with Scheduled Tribes, where religion is not a basis for exclusion.

Indian Railways has revised its ticket cancellation refund policy, with no refunds for cancellations made less than eight hours before departure. Cancellations between 8-24 hours will incur a 50% deduction, and 25% for 24-72 hours prior. These changes aim to curb black marketing of tickets by touts.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong will visit Berlin and Hamburg in Germany from March 25 (Wednesday) to March 28. This will also be DPM Gan's first visit to Germany. In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) said the visit is intended to build bilateral relations and strengthen economic ties between Singapore and Germany. While in Berlin, DPM Gan will meet with German political leaders, including Federal Minister of Research, Technology and Space Dorothee Bar, Federal Minister for Digitalisation and State Modernisation Karsten Wildberger, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy Stefan Rouenhoff, and other members of the German federal parliament.MTI said these meetings are intended to affirm Singapore's growing trade and investment ties, as well as discuss opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation and partnerships between the two countries, and the broader European Union.DPM Gan is also expected to meet with German business chambers in Berlin.

The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.

Donald Trump added that the Islamic republic «can’t have certain things»

Besides, the Israeli Air Force attacked «dozens» of Iranian facilities during the day, including ballistic missile launching sites, weapons production sites, and air defense systems

57 people were injured

The president will also take part in a meeting of the Cultural Council via videoconference

There are no obstacles for the US to strike targets in Iran, the president says

The EU could lose “favorable” access to American gas if it amends a trade deal with Washington, the US envoy to the bloc has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU has reportedly delayed plans for a complete ban on Russian oil imports amid the turmoil in global energy markets Read Full Article at RT.com

A 17-year-old youth accused of raping a nine-year-old child in North Efate has been denied bail in the Supreme Court.

A short ceremony took place at Port Vila main market yesterday afternoon for the opening of transit home for the market vendors to breastfeed their babies.

The Carnival Corporation has explained that the 15 per cent reduction in cruise visits relates to only one vessel.