India lowered its voting age from 21 to 18 in 1989 through the 61st Constitutional Amendment, significantly expanding voter participation. This landmark reform empowered millions of young citizens, reinforcing the principle of universal adult franchise and reflecting a commitment to inclusive democracy.

This position will significantly complicate the already tense relations between European elites and the Trump administration

Putin noted that African states possess enormous economic and human potential and are playing an increasingly significant role in global politics

Abdel Hafiz Nofal noted that the international community and, in particular, the United States, need to finally define their position on this issue, «without resorting to unworkable solutions that are currently being considered»

The second ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum is taking place in Cairo on December 19-20

According to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Russia is also expanding the network of its trade missions in Africa

Three Canadian men have been arrested in connection with hate-motivated attacks on Jewish women, as police allege one suspect was plotting an ISIS-linked terror strike.

EU taxpayers will have to pay €3 billion a year in borrowing costs to finance Kiev under the newly approved loan scheme, Politico reports Read Full Article at RT.com

Kirill Dmitriev has confirmed that he is on the way to Miami to hold talks on a Ukraine peace settlement Read Full Article at RT.com

Internal forces, not Russia, are to blame for the ineffectiveness of the draft campaign, Kirill Budanov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The US is trying to establish a ‘multinational stabilization force’ to decide who will handle the Middle East’s hottest potato Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – The health ministry, in collaboration with the Welfare Organization, is conducting health screening tests for women heads of households nationwide.

TEHRAN – Ten countries, namely Hungary, China, Japan, Malaysia, Iraq, Brazil, Serbia, Brunei, Bangladesh, and Russia, offer scholarships to Iranian university students.

TEHRAN – Iranian and Malaysian officials have discussed ways to enhance collaborations between the two countries, especially the promotion of science diplomacy.

EAM S Jaishankar has pointed towards a significant shift in the global economic and political hierarchy, reflecting upon India's advantage in human resources as developed nations face demographic challenges. He emphasized that India is becoming a driver of the global workforce, creating new responsibilities for governments in managing cross-border mobility and citizen welfare.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday criticized the previous Congress government for neglecting Assam and the Northeast's development. He said Modi government is rectifying past mistakes and is committed to the region's progress.

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan defended Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's actions in removing a doctor's veil, stating Kumar views female students as his daughters and expressing pain over the controversy. The incident, where Kumar removed the veil while handing over an appointment letter, has led to the doctor reconsidering her joining duty, with her family citing disappointment over media attention.

The Congress party has announced it will contest the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections independently. This decision comes as Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS appear to be aligning, potentially to protect the Thackeray political legacy. The MVA alliance, which includes Congress, faced a significant defeat in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections.

Hundreds of Bangladeshis in Singapore gathered near Robert Lane in Serangoon on Friday (Dec 19) were dispersed by police with no injures or law and order issues reported, said the police.They were said to have made their way there for 'prayers' for wounded youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi who died in Singapore on Thursday (Dec 18).[[nid:726965]]In several videos posted to social media by Bangladeshis working in Singapore, a large crowd of at least a hundred people are seen gathering around Robert Lane, in vicinity of Angullia Mosque.At least two police cars are seen along the road. Nearby, uniformed and plain clothes police officers wearing their police lanyards are seen observing the situation, while a man in white is seen explaining to those gathered that there would be not be a funeral prayer held at the mosque. He requested for them to disperse and leave the area.Checks online by AsiaOne show at least three Bangladeshi news sites claiming that funeral prayers will be held at the mosque, citing a post on Inqilab Moncho's - a socio-cultural platform - account.Inqilab Moncho was founded by the late youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi.

TEHRAN – Funded by the Republic of Korea, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in cooperation with the Government of Iran, has constructed a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Kohak, Sistan-Baluchestan province, to foster resilience in the region.

The provocative podcaster has an audience – online, among influencers and inside the White House. That worries some on the right.

The U.S. government for decades has been the world’s leader provider of trusted data. Many researchers wonder if that is still the case.

Reeves said at the Budget she would introduce 'permanently lower tax rates for more than 750,000 retail, hospitality and leisure properties'.

Japan’s militarization would degrade security in Northeast Asia, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban has cast himself and other opponents of a ‘reparations loan’ for Ukraine as ‘EU Ghostbusters’ in a video Read Full Article at RT.com

The US top diplomat has pointed out that his briefing took place on the same day as the Russian leader’s Q&A session Read Full Article at RT.com

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that both he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are awaiting a call from the Congress high command regarding the leadership decision. This comes amid reports of Shivakumar's faction pushing for his elevation, with party leaders emphasizing a united front ahead of the legislative session.

Australia has enacted a law prohibiting social media use for those under 16, a move sparking global debate. While parents largely support it, youth oppose it. India faces similar discussions, with challenges in implementing a ban due to its vast population and digital integration.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed a rally in West Bengal, urging voters to elect the BJP for a «double-engine government» and accusing the TMC of obstructing development due to political opposition. He highlighted the BJP's commitment to modern connectivity and contrasted Bengal's progress with that of BJP-ruled Tripura, vowing to end the TMC's «maha jungle raj.»

A Delhi court on Saturday ordered the release of Christian Michel James from custody in the Augusta Westland money laundering case, as he has served the maximum statutory sentence. While released from the PMLA case, Michel will remain in custody for the related CBI case.