The Lok Sabha has taken a vital step by passing a bill aimed at simplifying tax rules to enhance investment attractiveness. The new legislation abolishes a limitation on specific electronic payment options, allowing banks and providers to charge merchants on transactions. Additionally, the government is empowered to revise the zero-MDR scheme for UPI and RuPay. This initiative is poised to drive advancements in the financial sector’s infrastructure and innovative capabilities.

In a significant move, the Supreme Court has granted interim bail for one week to Sumit Roy, who serves as the personal assistant to TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee. Roy is implicated in the Salboni land-grabbing case, which followed the arrest of former TMC MLA Sujoy Hazra. Notably, the court has stayed Roy's arrest until it reconvenes for the next hearing.

The Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation Bill, 2026, authorizing fund withdrawals for excess expenditure. Opposition members repeatedly demanded Home Minister Amit Shah's presence in the House. Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju was asked to convey their sentiments to Shah. Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge sought the Home Minister's statement on student police action. The opposition also requested the Prime Minister's apology for the alleged police excesses.

The BJP has called out Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly spreading misinformation. They assert that Home Minister Shah is present at Parliament House, but is unable to participate due to ongoing protests. Continued disruptions by the opposition hinder legislative work, yet Shah is ready to address their concerns directly. The BJP confirmed Shah is in his office daily, awaiting the resumption of parliamentary activities.

Saudi-led coalition spokesman Major General Turki Al-Maliki said that the Houthis struck civilian targets in the Najran region

The US president made the corresponding statement, commenting on the rationale behind the administration’s request to Congress for $87.6 billion in additional funding, of which $21 billion is needed to purchase ammunition and strengthen the country’s industrial base

Alexander Grushko said 'Russophobia' is used to cover up disagreements and divisions in Europe on economic and migration issues

A source told Reuters that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio raised the Gilman case during a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila

Moeanau et Martin proposent un escape game aux allures de séries télé, à suivre en plusieurs saisons. Une vraie immersion dans un monde imaginaire qu'ils ont conçu eux même, et qui leur permet de s'évader, littéralement.

À l'occasion du bicentenaire de la photographie, l'association Objectif Image Tahiti prépare une exposition autour du thème « Héritage et Horizon ». Un événement qui aura pour invité spécial une figure de la photographie : Jimmy Nelson.

Arrivés ce jeudi matin à Nuku Hiva par bateau en provenance de l’île de Ua Pou, Cathy Gaudot et Charles Renvoyé respectivement présidente et membre actif de la fédération, sont venus rencontrer la population locale pour informer et apporter un soutien concret en matière de lutte contre l’Ice.

The Kentucky Republican has been absent from the Senate since he was hospitalized June 14 following a fall at home.

The president signed executive orders that target children born to “alien enemies,” foreign lobbyists or tourists. The orders are certain to face legal challenges.

Meta has claimed that its flagship AI model escaped testing and carried out a hacking operation Read Full Article at RT.com

Iran has said negotiations with Oman on reopening commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have entered the final stage Read Full Article at RT.com

US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy moved to decertify Network for Hope over a case where donor showed signs of life on the operating table Read Full Article at RT.com

Tucker Carlson has unveiled a political manifesto following his split with Donald Trump and his promise to help build a third party Read Full Article at RT.com

The US president did not specify what kind of progress he was referring to

According to CNN's sources, the US president's anger stemmed from the fact that the leak occurred at what he considers a pivotal moment in the conflict with Tehran

The diplomats noted that the sanctions exacerbate the erosion of international trade, freedom of navigation, and financial stability

[RFI] The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic ⁠of Congo is spreading faster than efforts to fight it, the head of the World Health Organization has warned, with nearly 4,000 confirmed cases so far. With five provinces known to be affected, authorities in Kinshasa are concerned about the deadly virus reaching the capital.

[New Times] Reports from Italy this week indicated that Rwanda is among African countries being considered for a new European Union-backed migration initiative.

Hong, a democratic socialist running for Wisconsin governor, is getting attention for social media posts calling for canceling Thanksgiving and abolishing police.

Sen. Jon Husted joined Sen. Bernie Moreno, Miller’s former father-in-law, in calling for the embattled congressman to step aside.

Sources cited by Al Hadath said that the warning was issued at a special meeting with Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi

The sale was announced by the Fan’s Dream organization

The US military reports that two more vessels have been put out of action

According to the report, US refiners were buying more than 600,000 barrels of Saudi oil a day earlier this year

A source in Middle Eastern air traffic control circles says that the aircraft are flying in a circular trajectory at an altitude of about 8.5 km

Nuns, priests, and worshippers describe rising abuse, stone-throwing, and fear in Jerusalem as anti-Christian incidents surge Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s ambassador to Poland has defended Stepan Bandera as a national hero who deserves to be honored despite growing outrage in Warsaw Read Full Article at RT.com

A US Senate committee has held Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to testify on the origins of Covid-19 Read Full Article at RT.com