Mamata Banerjee's government had declared August 16 as Khela Hobey Divas in 2021 following the TMC's assembly election victory. The day was officially promoted as a sports initiative aimed at encouraging young people through football tournaments and the distribution of sports equipment. However, the slogan was an apparent dig as Didi had led her last term campaign with «Khela Hobey» slogan.

[The Conversation Africa] The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) filed a lawsuit against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice at the end of June 2026. The 60-page complaint alleges acts of genocide and other atrocity crimes by Rwandan forces and their intermediaries dating from 1996 to the present day.

Three people were killed and three others were injured, Andrey Vorobyov said

French anti-terrorism prosecutors have launched an investigation after police found weapons in a stolen vehicle near a synagogue in Paris Read Full Article at RT.com

The highest number was recorded among people aged 65 and older, with more than 9,000 deaths

The statement, cited by US media, said the exact cause of the senator's death will be determined after all necessary examinations are completed

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the strikes on Jordan marked only the first phase of its «retaliation operation,» which it said is still underway

Dozens of targets at multiple locations were destroyed

Over several days, the joint naval task force carried out live-fire drills using artillery and machine guns to repel a simulated attack by unmanned systems, including aerial drones and uncrewed surface vessels, the Russian Pacific Fleet's press service said

SINGAPORE — The centrepiece of the upcoming Woodlands Gateway project will be a major mixed-use transport hub, bedecked with acres of shopping and office spaces, and green areas for leisure, with direct links to rail lines.Underground, there are plans to build a network of roads that will take heavy vehicles and trucks directly to industrial offices and keep the ground level free of heavy traffic.The Gateway's grounds will also feature community facilities like parks and sky links for pedestrians and cyclists, linking them to the larger neighbourhood.JTC Corporation, in tender documents seen by The Straits Times, outlined plans for the mega-project.It said: «As the first rail entry point from Malaysia, Woodlands Gateway is envisioned as an iconic northern gateway, designed to offer travellers a strong impression when entering the city-state.»By seamlessly integrating transport, commercial and industrial functions into a single district, the development will serve as a prominent showcase of Singapore's leadership in mixed-use planning, innovation and design."

Foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) met with their Myanmar counterpart in Bangkok on Sunday (July 12), with the ministers reaffirming the central importance of the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) peace plan, and the need for «demonstrable progress» to be made, said Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.Tin Maung Swe, who was appointed foreign minister by junta chief Min Aung Hlaing after the country held what many described as a fraudulent election, provided the foreign ministers with an update on developments in Myanmar, in his capacity as a «senior representative» of the Myanmar government.The meeting was reportedly the first in-person engagement between Asean foreign ministers and Myanmar's top diplomat since a 2021 military coup.

Integrated science lab coverage in secondary schools fell to 54.6% in 2025-26. The number of schools with these labs increased by 10,000 over three years. However, the total number of secondary schools expanded at a faster rate. Government schools saw a slight increase, while aided and private schools experienced declines. State-level data reveals significant disparities in lab availability across India.

The FSSAI is encouraging citizens to report food safety violations. Consumers can now act as the regulator's eyes on the ground. Unsafe food and unhygienic kitchens can be reported through a dedicated platform. A single photograph can help authorities identify violations and take action. This initiative aims to enhance food safety standards across the country.

Government schools have significantly improved internet connectivity and smart classroom access. Their internet coverage increased substantially, narrowing the gap with private institutions. Computer availability also saw improvements across all school management types. Smart classroom coverage nationally rose, with government schools showing notable gains. Digital libraries remain scarce across most educational institutions.

According to CNN, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps opened fire toward the route used by commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz about an hour earlier

«Only when this government leaves or is overthrown, and people with a different attitude toward their difficult past come to power, will it be possible to seriously think about reconciliation,» Leszek Miller said

US commanders deny the allegations and maintain that the military facility was adequately protected, The Washington Post reported

«I believe this is exactly why they want to rewrite history for us - those who demolish monuments or engage in attempts to cancel culture, those who, essentially, have denied us the opportunity to remember our heroes in the information space,» Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said

No information on casualties from the airstrikes has been reported, according to NourNews agency

Port-Gentil, 10 juillet 2026 – La Polyclinique EDELWEISS a célébré ses dix années d'existence au cours d'un gala réunissant autorités, partenaires institutionnels et acteurs du secteur de la santé. L'événement a permis de revenir sur le parcours de cet établissement devenu, en une décennie, une référence de la santé privée au Gabon. Créée le 30 juin 2016 par le Dr Christian Atende, la Polyclinique EDELWEISS est passée d'un simple cabinet médical à une structure disposant de 19 (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Around 1,900 teams from some 75 countries have gathered in this Swedish port city for the Gothia Cup, the largest youth football tournament in the world. Among those following it this week is James Woods, a Malawian strategic adviser and a diplomat who has spent a decade working at the intersection of governance, sport, media, […] The post Malawi’s James Woods: business diplomacy feature at Gothia Cup in Sweden appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi is represented at this year’s Gothia Cup, the world’s largest youth football tournament, with young players competing alongside academies from Europe, Asia and the Americas. Malawian strategic adviser James Woods, who is in Gothenburg on a separate assignment, said their presence at the tournament carries significance well beyond the results on the pitch. Woods, […] The post Malawi’s James Woods: Gothia Cup spotlight draws parallels with mineral wealth drain appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A group of bidders is considering legal action against the Blantyre Water Board (BWB) over what they describe as a flawed procurement process, after the institution abruptly halted the opening of bids on the scheduled date, leaving companies that had invested time and resources in the process demanding answers. On 12 June 2026, BWB advertised […] The post Bidders threaten legal action against Blantyre Water Board over aborted tender process appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

US Central Command has announced a fourth night of strikes against Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

Iran has warned neighboring countries not to allow the US to use their territory for “illegal” strikes Read Full Article at RT.com

There is something almost admirable about the audacity of Billy Malata’s counter-attack. Rather than defending the First Lady’s BEAM Trust on the merits — its accounts, its governance, its record of disbursing donations — Malata has instead turned the question back on its chief accuser, demanding that Sylvester Namiwa’s Centre for Democracy and Economic Development […] The post Malata, Namiwa and the First Lady: deflection settles nothing appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Three alleged liquor smugglers died in Samastipur district over four days. One incident involved the murder of Prabhat Choudhary and his associate Sunny Kumar. Another victim, Ishant Kumar, was kidnapped and murdered, his body later found buried. Police suspect financial disputes and prior working relationships led to these killings. Authorities are intensifying their crackdown on liquor smuggling networks in the region.