Deteriorating Indo-Pak relations and heightened security concerns have drastically reduced medical visas issued to Pakistani nationals seeking treatment in India. From over 1,600 visas in 2016, the number plummeted to just over 200 in 2024, a trend exacerbated by events like the Kulbhushan Jadhav case and the Pulwama attack.

The government is planning subsidies for battery swapping stations to facilitate long-distance electric vehicle travel, particularly for buses and trucks. Initially, the subsidy will focus on these vehicles, along with two and three-wheelers, as car battery swapping standards are still being developed. This initiative aligns with the increasing adoption of EVs and the establishment of charging infrastructure along national highways.

The government has tasked IIT-Delhi with a sample survey of waqf properties due to severely lacking survey data, despite ongoing digitisation efforts. The assessment report, expected in two months, will help create a standardised survey template for states to improve data collection and management.

The Karnataka High Court has established a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a data theft case at NewSpace Research and Technologies, a drone manufacturing company. This action follows a complaint that former employees stole sensitive data, potentially compromising national security.

US sources told FT that Washington was nervous about the fact that Moscow was not agreeing to a number of concessions, including on limiting the number of Ukrainian troops

The sides expressed their intention «to continue expanding comprehensive cooperation in the areas of mutual interest,» Russian foreign ministry said

«These strikes were carried out following violations of the ceasefire and understandings between Israel and Lebanon, which posed a threat to the State of Israel and its citizens,» Israel Defense Forces said

Turkish President added that Ankara is keeping a close eye on the developments in the region

According to the UN agency, armed individuals reportedly looted a truck in Deir al Balah and a warehouse in Gaza City

The former talk show superstar is understood to have given up on the mansion she shared with partner Portia De Rossi, 52, following a series of disasters including epic flooding.

Soldiers and staff have been told what to do if they encounter the infamously aggressive birds, which have overrun the defense HQ in Ottawa Read Full Article at RT.com

Spanish Ministry of the Interior will take over public order in several regions following a massive power outage Read Full Article at RT.com

La zone de convergence du Pacifique Sud s'est reformée ce week-end sur la façade ouest du territoire, touchant les îles de la Société en y apportant orages et fortes pluies.

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Les conséquences du mauvais temps sont bien visibles à Papara : la rivière Taharuu est sortie de son lit inondant des maisons, les véhicules circulent difficilement. Des intempéries qui ont poussé la maire à ordonner la fermeture des écoles écoles maternelles et élémentaires de la commune.

The Supreme Court questioned the Gujarat government's need for a 12-foot wall around land near the Somnath temple, recently cleared of encroachment, including a dargah. Justices Gavai and Masih suggested a more reasonable 5-6 foot wall to prevent further encroachment. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta assured the court that no religious activities were permitted on the government land.

The reintroduction of cheetahs in Kuno National Park has significantly boosted tourism, with footfall increasing by over 120% and revenue more than doubling. This surge is transforming Sheopur and Mandsaur districts, once known for banditry and opium cultivation, into thriving wildlife destinations.

A Delhi court has extended the NIA custody of Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, by 12 days. The NIA sought the extension to confront Rana with evidence and investigate the conspiracy's full extent, citing non-cooperation. Rana's plea for telephonic access to his family was dismissed due to concerns about jeopardizing the ongoing investigation.

The Siachen base camp is now accessible to tourists without prior authorization, announced Tashi Gyalson, CEC of LAHDC, Leh, following the early reopening of Zojila Pass on April 1, 2025.

A case out of Minnesota asks whether families must meet an unfairly high burden to show that schools are falling short in meeting the needs of disabled students.

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has branded Moscow’s Victory Day truce a “manipulation” attempt, demanding at least 30-days instead Read Full Article at RT.com

Tensions have been rising between the nuclear-armed neighbors following a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir Read Full Article at RT.com

Commenting on recent reports in the press about a US peace proposal, Dmitry Peskov has said most of them are not true Read Full Article at RT.com

Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that Canada would be better off if it agreed to become the 51st US state Read Full Article at RT.com

Amid mounting casualties and fleeing citizens, Ukraine faces the grim option of forcing more of its population into military service Read Full Article at RT.com

Worldwide military budgets soared to a record $2.7 trillion in 2024 amid geopolitical uncertainty, according to a SIPRI report Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev will continue assassinating Russian officials long after the conflict is over, MP Roman Kostenko has said Read Full Article at RT.com

According to the agency, the firefighting operation is over

Nikolay Patrushev noted that the Russian Navy was playing an active role in the special military operation

According to the US Department of State, the phone call was initiated by the Russian side

The ruble-denominated MOEX Russia Index gained 0.94%, while the dollar-denominated RTS Index grew by 1.07%

By now, Madrid, Andalusia and Extremadura have requested government assistance

[Independent (Kampala)] All actors in the supply chain of illicit mineral exports, from operators of the mines to end product users, need to be held accountable for sustaining the bloodbath in the conflict-riven eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).