Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases, starting with Houselisting and Housing Census from April to September 2026, followed by Population Enumeration in February 2027. This digital exercise will involve house-to-house visits and an option for online self-enumeration to ensure comprehensive data collection.

Indian students in Iran are arranging to leave due to escalating conflict fears. Evacuation routes via Armenia and Azerbaijan are being offered, with some opting for commercial flights back home. Concerns are high across multiple universities, prompting student associations and political representatives to coordinate safe passage efforts for departing batches.

Despite increased forest cover in the Aravallis, built-up areas have surged 53%, leading to a 13.8% rise in annual soil loss. Researchers found that massive land conversion, particularly of rangelands and croplands, overwhelms local conservation efforts like afforestation. This trend, linked to human activity and climate change, threatens the delicate balance of this ancient mountain range.

Clay Fuller, a district attorney, led among Republicans to replace the former congresswoman in deep-red Georgia, while Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Mississippi) fended off a primary challenge.

Some members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel have publicly questioned the safety and manufacturing of the shots, including raising a debunked theory that DNA contaminants in the vaccines are harmful.

ABC, Meta, Paramount and X reportedly agreed to pay at least $63 million in settlements with the president. The original fund was dissolved last year.

The Carney government's strategy to protect nature is expected to be released in the coming weeks — and some nature advocacy groups worry it won't come with any new funding.

Just weeks after the first anniversary of his passing, the actress, 79, had no qualms addressing his behavior while they were filming Lucky Lady over half a century ago.

MATT BARLOW AT RIYADH AIR METROPOLITANO: Tudor recalled Kinsky for his first game since October but his two early mistakes helped Atletico go 3-0 up in 15 minutes.

The guidance has been issued to teachers across northern England as part of a publication intended to highlight 'sensitivity and awareness around faiths and beliefs'.

Luisa Zissman shared a post mocking scared tourists who've escaped Dubai and are 'making out they've come back from the frontlines' on Tuesday - after she arrived back in the UK herself.

Thylane, now 24, has forever struggled to live up to her childhood title, having tried in vain to hammer home that she is just a 'human being'.

Le 9 mars 2026, le Dr Axel Nguema Edou, candidat déclaré à la présidence de la Fédération Gabonaise de Football (FEGAFOOT), a tenu un point de presse décisif à Libreville. Dans un contexte marqué par l'annonce officielle de la date du scrutin pour le 18 avril 2026, ce spécialiste en management du sport a lancé un « appel à la raison » pour garantir une élection équitable et transparente. Le Dr Nguema Edou a réitéré son constat d'une « crise profonde » touchant toutes les strates du (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

La Fédération Gabonaise de Football (FEGAFOOT) a officiellement nommé Anicet Yala comme sélectionneur par intérim de l'équipe nationale A du Gabon ce mardi 10 mars 2026. Cette décision intervient dans un climat de reconstruction pour le football gabonais, après une période de turbulences majeures au sein de l'encadrement technique. Anicet Yala n'est pas un nouveau visage pour les supporters gabonais. Réputé pour sa connaissance du terrain et sa capacité à gérer les transitions, il a été (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

L'honorable Eric Essono Mezui a rencontré sa base dans le District de Bolossoville / 2e siège à l'occasion de sa tournée parlementaire. Profitant de son séjour dans la localité, l'élite du 2e siège du département du Haut- Ntem (Minvoul) est allé deviser avec ses électeurs sur les aspects liés au renforcement de leur circonscription politique. La première sortie de l'élu du 2e siège au département du Haut-Ntem Eric Essono Mezui, vient de s'achever sur une note de satisfaction générale. (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

External affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar spoke with Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. They discussed regional developments and shipping security. Concerns were raised about maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran detailed recent attacks by the US and Israel. Both ministers emphasized strengthening bilateral ties and regional stability.

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has permitted the withdrawal of medical treatment for Harish Rana, a 31-year-old man in a vegetative state. The apex court has instructed Delhi's AIIMS to facilitate the discontinuation of life support for Rana, who has been in this condition for a considerable period.

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India’s Reliance will partner with America First Refining to develop a facility in Texas, US President Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

This is the first stage of implementing a large-scale plant recovery program designed until mid-2027

The decline in tourist trips abroad in 2026 may be up to 5% year on year, the Association of Tour Operators of Russia noted

When asked if Russia still saw the Hungarian capital of Budapest as an acceptable venue, Dmitry Peskov said that there was no discussions underway about that

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The Pacific Fleet navy men spent several days sightseeing in Yangon and held a number of joint sporting events with Myanmar sailors

Tiered pricing for visas is being used to support Pacific nations but some fear it could be misused to target certain communities.

Registration for the 11th Biennial Diaspora Conference, set for the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St James, is now open. In a ‘Save the Date’ announcement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, which has jurisdiction for the Jamaican Diaspora, confirmed a previous Gleaner report that the diaspora conference would take place at the convention centre from June 14 to June 18. June 16 will be recognised as Diaspora Day –a day of service.

Administrative matters relating to police diary entries and a change of defence counsel for one of the accused forced an early adjournment in the ongoing Clansman Gang trial in the Home Circuit Court yesterday. The matter involves alleged gang leader Tesha Miller, who is indicted alongside 24 other men in connection with activities linked to the reputed Clansman Gang.

Following the devastation wrought by Hurricane Melissa and the debilitating effects on the small-business sector, the Government has indicated that it will be seeking to strengthen support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Fayval Williams, minister of finance and the public service, made the announcement as she opened the 2026-2027 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives yesterday.

Finance and the Public Service Minister Fayval Williams has sought to allay fears that rising oil prices on the global market would affect Jamaica’s ability to import the essential product, arguing yesterday that the country has strong Net International Reserves (NIR) covering 36 weeks of imports.

Auditor General Pamela Monroe Ellis has initiated a probe into the Ministry of Energy, Transport & Telecommunications’ (METT) $1.4-billion acquisition of 110 used school buses amid public concerns over the procurement process. The buses were imported from the United States as part of the Government’s National Rural School Bus Programme.