The sixth cave rescue drill was held with the participation of rescue and relief teams from ten provinces in Mehriz, central Yazd province, on October 10.

TEHRAN – Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment, in separate meetings with Emine Erdoğan, the first lady of Turkey, and Mukhtar Babayev, the Azerbaijani Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources, explored avenues to promote cooperation in the environment sector.

President Peter Mutharika has signaled a generational shift in his administration by appointing youthful and highly qualified professionals to key government positions — a move that underscores his intent to blend experience with new intellectual energy. In a statement issued by Chief Secretary to the Government, Justin Saidi, Mutharika appointed Dr. Max Wenga-Wenga as Executive […] The post Mutharika Picks Dr. Wenga-Wenga; Mandala in Strategic Youthful Appointments appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A concerning trend has emerged across Malawi as social media platforms increasingly become channels for the distribution of pornographic content exposing women’s private parts. This phenomenon not only victimizes the individuals directly involved but also extends its harmful impact to their families and women throughout the country. What are the causes of these? Well, Economic […] The post  OPINION | Social Media Drains Malawian Women’s Dignity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has taken a bold leap forward in education reform with the launch of its first-ever Pre-Primary Curriculum and Assessment Framework — a groundbreaking initiative led by the Malawi Institute of Education (MIE) under the guidance of the Ministry of Education. The newly approved framework represents a historic milestone in early childhood education, setting the […] The post Malawi Unveils First-Ever Pre-Primary Curriculum — A Landmark Step for Early Learning appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Police Service has sounded the alarm over the surging number of road accidents involving Kabaza (motorcycle taxi) operators across the country. Speaking during a press briefing organized by the Malawi Coalition for Kabaza Stakeholders Association (Macokasa) in Lilongwe on Friday, Road Traffic Police In-Charge at Lilongwe Police Station, Nastol Mafosha, expressed deep concern […] The post Police Raise Alarm Over Rising Kabaza Road Accidents appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a major boost to Malawi’s education sector, the Malawi Institute of Education (MIE) has commissioned a state-of-the-art printing press, marking the launch of the Institute’s first-ever Printery House — a milestone set to transform the production and accessibility of learning materials across the country. The new printery positions MIE as a self-sufficient producer of […] The post MIE Unveils High-Tech Printery to Revolutionize Access to Affordable Learning Materials appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

TEHRAN - The First International Conference of Social Entrepreneurship, Regional Development, and Social Justice was held at the University of Tehran on Saturday.

TEHRAN – The head of the Organization for the Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, Hossein Roozbeh, and the Vietnamese Ambassador to Iran, Nguyen Luong Ngoc, have discussed ways to expand scientific and technological collaborations between the two countries.

TEHRAN – The Center of International Science and Technology Cooperation (CISTC) will support the implementation of joint research projects by Iranian and Iraqi researchers.

Several employees at the telecommunications and media company Sýn were laid off yesterday as part of a company-wide restructuring effort.

Despite losing Faizabad in the Lok Sabha polls, the BJP aims to retain its stronghold in Bihar's Mithilanchal region. The party is banking on developmental projects and the consecration of the Ram temple to secure votes in the upcoming assembly elections, while the Mahagathbandhan campaigns to challenge its dominance.

Chirag Paswan has emerged as a significant force within the NDA ahead of the Bihar elections. His party secured a substantial 29 seats in seat-sharing talks, more than any other junior ally. This success, coupled with a 100% win rate in the Lok Sabha polls, bolsters his bargaining power and positions him as a potential kingmaker in government formation.

Pakistan army chief Asim Munir issued a stern warning to India, threatening a «decisive response» and «military and economic losses beyond imagination» amid border tensions. He placed the onus of any escalation on India, urging them to resolve core issues based on equality and mutual respect.

In Bihar's 2020 elections, the Left parties, particularly CPI(ML), showed a strong performance, nearly matching the BJP's strike rate. Five years later, they are pushing for a larger seat share in the Mahagathbandhan, citing their past success and widespread presence, though negotiations remain uncertain.

A viral video shows the difficulties of walking on Indian footpaths. Content creator Caleb Friesen struggled with a baby stroller in Bengaluru, encountering numerous obstructions. His post humorously ranked these obstacles, placing pedestrians last. The video has sparked conversations about footpath accessibility across Indian cities. Friesen aims to raise awareness about these issues.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticised the Centre, questioning its «arrogance» in naming projects in Hindi and Sanskrit. He also alleged «vote theft» in Bihar's revision exercise and accused the Centre of suppressing Tamil Nadu's ancient civilisation. Finance minister Thangam Thennarasu echoed these sentiments, citing denied funds and stalled projects as political vendetta.

Jitan Ram Manjhi, a veteran politician and Union Minister, remains a significant figure in Bihar's political landscape despite his party's modest vote share. His influence among Mahadalits and in the Magadh region could prove crucial for the NDA in the upcoming elections, where caste dynamics are decisive.

Commuters who tap in at the six stations between Punggol Coast and Kovan as well as those along the Sengkang-Punggol LRT (SPLRT) during morning off-peak timings will enjoy free rides come Dec 27.This was announced by Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow on Saturday (Oct 18), on the sidelines of the official opening of Punggol Coast Bus Interchange.Those who wish to enjoy the free rides will have to tap in at the abovementioned stations before 7.30am or between 9am and 9.45am on weekdays, excluding public holidays, said Siow.According to a statement by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) on the same day, no registration is required to enjoy the free rides, but the same fare card or payment mode must be used for entry and exit.Guest of honour for the opening ceremony and Punggol GRC MP, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong told the media that he had received feedback from residents about the crowd on the the North-East Line (NEL), as the northeast region becomes more densely populated.He then suggested bringing back the free off-peak morning rides.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni has signed into law the “Puntland Anti-Terrorism Law,” a new measure granting expanded powers to security agencies in the region.

The mission stressed that the lack of direct condemnation undermined trust in the UN Secretariat’s ability to take a firm stand on protecting freedom of speech

Twelve drones were destroyed over the Bryansk Region

According to the TV channel, the White House meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Zelensky «as a tense, frank and, at times, uncomfortable discussion»

Finnish journalist Janus Putkonen also noted that Russian officials had repeatedly said that the Alaska agreements «are still there and all agreements remain in force»

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed that the US leader «works around the clock in the pursuit of peace»

The Speaker of Parliament has summoned all Members of Parliament to meet for this year's Second Ordinary Session next week to debate 19 different bills.Members of Parliament will debate on the proposed laws with the aim of refining and passing…

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The Government of Vanuatu, in partnership with the Future Fund through the Capital Investment Immigration Programme (CIIP), has broken ground for the construction of the Bellevue–Sweetie Bypass Road.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed recently between the Vanuatu and Indonesia Chambers of Commerce to boost trade and investment ties between the two countries.

While the government is focussed on boosting the nation’s cattle production, concerns have been raised during the National Commercial Commodity Forum over cattle allegedly owed by Milai Ltd, despite millions of vatu already spent.

WESTERN BUREAU: Rohan Rose, the security guard who was charged for allegedly concealing information he had received about the death of social media influencer, Aneka ‘Slickianna’ Townsend, who was murdered in Montego Bay in 2022, is slated to stand...

A TOUCH of elegance, class and camaraderie set the perfect backdrop for the installation ceremony of the new administration of the Kiwanis Club of West St Andrew, held recently at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel. The past year was filled with great...

OVER 300 students at the University of Technology (UTech), The University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) and the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts continue to benefit from the GraceKennedy Campus Connect Food Bank, as the...

ALEXANDER BUSTAMANTE and Norman Washington Manley are widely regarded as the fathers of Jamaica’s political independence, the process of which ended on August 6, 1962 when Jamaica officially ceased to be a colony of Britain. There were also a new...