Trump added that he had «a good relationship with President Putin the first term»

In July of this year, Japan boosted LNG imports from Russia by 372% compared to the same period in 2024

«That's what we're hearing, but we got to get through the bilateral [meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Vladimir Zelensky] first,» Scott Bessent said

US president complained that the American media often criticizes him for being too soft on Russia

According to a survey conducted by The Economist and YouGov, another 41% of US residents find the Russian president «somewhat» a strong leader

The US immigration authorities have taken down posts about deporting Ukrainians Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump has renewed his push for a Putin-Zelensky meeting Read Full Article at RT.com

A soccer player in Ukraine has been disciplined for speaking Russian Read Full Article at RT.com

IndiGo issued a travel advisory due to expected heavy rain in Mumbai, potentially causing air traffic congestion and flight disruptions. Passengers are advised to check flight status and allow extra commute time. Mumbai has been experiencing intense rainfall, with the IMD issuing alerts and recording significant amounts of rain, leading to diversions and delays.

India witnessed a significant surge in blood donations during the financial year 2024-25, with collections reaching 14.6 million units, exceeding the annual requirement. This marks a 15% increase compared to the previous year, with voluntary donations constituting 70% of the total.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the formulation of a strategy to combat cloudbursts and landslides, following recent deadly incidents in Uttarakhand and J&K. Under the Modi government, a multi-dimensional approach to disaster management has been adopted, with significant financial allocations including ₹1,28,122 crore for SDRF and ₹54,770 crore for NDRF.

Rajya Sabha witnessed disruptions over the SIR issue, leading the chair to caution against sharing expunged speech portions on social media. BJP's Radha Mohan Das Agrawal objected to Mallikarjun Kharge circulating videos containing parts not officially recorded. The chair emphasized that content not part of House proceedings should not be disseminated through Sansad TV or other platforms, following opposition walkout.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emphasized the positive effects of Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms. They also mentioned reductions in interest and income tax rates. The party stated that government initiatives have boosted economic growth. GST collections have reached a record high. The BJP anticipates a vibrant Diwali with increased consumer spending. India's economy has grown significantly since 2014.

There's a psychological reason why you shouldn't just visit Paris. Really. The sense of disappointment that people often get from visiting the French capital is called Paris Syndrome.

Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce three bills mandating the resignation or removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and ministers if they are detained for 30 consecutive days on allegations of offenses punishable by five or more years in prison.

A man who suffered a cardiac arrest while hiking in Reykjadalur in the summer of 2023 is now searching for the young woman who helped him by calling Iceland’s emergency number, 112.

We're talking about husbands and fathers who vanish from Australian suburbia and reappear in Bangkok or Phuket, reborn as playboys.

Washington Post journalists head out for a tense night on one of D.C.’s busiest corridors, from dusk to dawn, during the first weekend of President Donald Trump’s announcement of a federal takeover of D.C.’s law enforcement.

The divergent characterizations highlight the murky path for Ukraine peace talks. World leaders await details on security guarantees the U.S. may offer Ukraine.

At 105, M A Abdullah Maulavi embraced digital literacy through Kerala's Digi Keralam project, overcoming his reliance on others for news during the pandemic. This initiative, part of the state's push for 100% digital literacy, trained him and 2.2 million others in smartphone use and e-services. Kerala is set to be declared a fully digi-literate state on August 21.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro said the self-declared republic will secure international recognition during his tenure, making it the defining goal of his presidency.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has recalled midfielder Abdi Sharif to its national team for the September round of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, rewarding the 24-year-old for his early-season performances with Cymru Premier club Connah’s Quay Nomads.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn (HOL) — Hundreds gathered Sunday night at the Brian Coyle Center, a community hub in Minneapolis’s Cedar-Riverside neighbourhood — often called “Little Mogadishu” — to support Omar Fateh, the first Somali American elected to the Minnesota State Senate and now the leading candidate in the city’s mayoral race. Fateh’s unlikely bid to become mayor of Minneapolis has become a rallying point not just for progressives, but for a global diaspora watching closely.

Former gymnast Amie Elizabeth. who has lived in London for the past two years, took to TikTok to share 'the things that blow Australians minds about living in the UK'.

An unlikely pair were caught deep in conversation as they enjoyed an intimate dinner in Canada.

Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky will meet, Donald Trump has said after a White House summit with European leaders aimed at bringing an end to the Ukraine war.

The Chancellor has been accused of seeking to 'punish people' for making sacrifices to buy their own homes.

Elsa Pataky and Chris Hemsworth have raised eyebrows in recent weeks after spending time apart. 

During India's National Emergency (1975-1977), over 10.7 million people were sterilised, exceeding government targets by 60%. The Justice Shah Commission, investigating Emergency excesses, revealed widespread complaints, including forced sterilisations and related deaths. States like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh conducted the most sterilisations, driven by a focus on this single method and incentives/disincentives.

Beoncy Laishram, Northeast India's first transgender doctor, secured a Manipur High Court victory, affirming her right to update academic certificates to reflect her female identity. The court mandated authorities to reissue certificates within a month, citing the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019. This ruling allows Beoncy to pursue her medical career without identity concerns.