The EU’s top diplomat has applauded the lifting of restrictions on Kiev’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles against Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian leaders can view the situation around the conflict objectively thanks to a close connection with Putin, the Kremlin has said   Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian representative to the UN Vassily Nebenzia has accused Vladimir Zelensky’s team of embezzling Western aid Read Full Article at RT.com

Most agree the changes are intended to serve as a warning to Western countries supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

Dirty tricks by the Moldovan authorities have deprived the country’s citizens not only of choice, but also of a bright future Read Full Article at RT.com

India is gearing up for by-elections across 15 assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand. The elections, scheduled for Wednesday with results expected on November 23, will be a key test for both the INDIA bloc and NDA alliances.

IIT Roorkee and Kyoto University have partnered to launch IN-CBI, a joint research laboratory in Kyoto. The lab will focus on developing solutions for global health and environmental challenges, starting with healthy aging and eye health. The collaboration brings together expertise in fields like AI, machine learning, and chemical biology to create innovative solutions.

The Assam government has decided to rename Karimganj district to Sribhumi, fulfilling a long-standing demand inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's description of the region. The state cabinet also announced plans for panchayat elections by February and an investment summit in 2025.

Maharashtra gears up for a one-day assembly election with all 288 seats in contention. Public transport will operate normally, while schools and government offices will be closed. Financial institutions and liquor shops will also remain shut on election day.

Residents of some communities in St James East Central on Tuesday morning blocked several roadways to their communities to protest the longstanding poor road conditions in Adelphi and surrounding areas. From as early as 6:00 a.m.,...

[The Conversation Africa] Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye unexpectedly called a snap legislative election which was held on 17 November. Faye was sworn in as president in April after a tumultuous period, triggered when former president Macky Sall postponed a scheduled presidential election. Mass protests followed, exposing the fragility of Senegal's democratic institutions. Sall eventually reversed his stance and elections followed. With the snap legislative election concluded, political scientist Amaka Emordi takes the

[Agenzia Fides] Nairobi -- «These funds will be refunded to the respective donors,» said the Archbishop of Nairobi, Philip Arnold Subira Anyolo, referring to donations made by Kenyan President William Ruto and the Governor of Nairobi, Johnson Sakaja, to the Archdiocese of Nairobi.

[Daily News] Brasilia -- President Samia expressed optimism that, with divine intervention, some victims might still be found alive beyond this period, despite the standard 72-hour timeframe

Stein Ove Tveiten, the outgoing CEO of Arctic Fish, says Iceland has the means to develop sea pen fish farming sustainably. However, he fears that ideas to make it subject to a heavier tax burden in Iceland than in other countries will hamper growth opportunities.

Those who have sold their houses in Grindavík to the real estate company Þórkatla can now enter into an agreement for the use of the house and pay only for heat and electricity.

The President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, is set to undertake an official visit to Ghana from November 23 to 25 at the invitation of his counterpart, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, State House said on Tuesday. Seychelles and Ghana have historical ties back to the days of the exile of King Prempeh I of the Ashanti people to the western Indian Ocean archipelago, almost 120 years ago. Ramkalawan's visit will coincide with Ghana's commemoration of the 100th anniversary of King Prempeh I's return from exile in Seychelles. The late King of Ashanti was exiled to Seychelles in the early 1900s and resided there for 24 years before his return to Ghana. Some of his descendants remain in Seychelles, underscoring the enduring bonds between the two nations. The visit of the Seychelles' head of state highlights the longstanding ties between Seychelles and Ghana, since the establishment of formal diplomatic relations on October 10, 1988. 

RIYADH: Forty scouts from various sectors of the Saudi Arabian Boy Scout Association completed the Wood Badge advanced course, with an average of 27 hours of training in theoretical and practical aspects. The course, organized by Masar Development Association in Al-Ahsa, included working on the role, responsibilities, duties and needs of the scout unit leader and methods and means for training boys, as well as leadership concepts, patterns and theories.

BAKU: As world leaders at this year’s UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, discuss the responsibility of developed nations to finance climate action in vulnerable regions, South-South cooperation is emerging as a transformative force driving equitable energy transitions. Saudi Arabia has established itself as a leader in this collaboration between countries in the Global South, leveraging its resources, expertise, and strategic partnerships to unlock Africa’s renewable energy potential and shape a more sustainable future.

AMMAN: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center has distributed its latest round of monthly stipends to orphaned children from underprivileged Jordanian and Syrian refugee families across Jordan’s regions of Karak, Tafila, Maan and Aqaba. Working with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, the Saudi aid agency provided year-long support covering basic living expenses, educational materials, Eid clothing and recreational activities. The program aims to eventually support 1,000 orphans across Jordan.

RIYADH: Home to more than 1,400 animals from 190 species, Riyadh Zoo is back for its third year as part of Riyadh Season, offering visitors of all ages new interactive and educational experiences. Beginning Oct. 30, the zoo opened its doors to the public free of charge. Visitors can book tickets through the webook platform and explore a variety of animals in natural habitats that mimic their original environments.

RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center’s (KSrelief) humanitarian activities continue with the delivery of food and medical services in Gaza, Jordan and Yemen. At the Gaza Strip, the Saudi aid agency deployed a convoy of 30 trucks loaded with 10,560 shelter bags filled with essential supplies allocated for the Palestinian people, and to be distributed through the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization.

Alexander Poshivay also voiced expectations for next year: «We hope that [freight turnover] will at least recover, and it will most likely increase»

Following talks between the government and the opposition that lasted from Monday night to Tuesday morning, Aslan Bzhania submitted his resignation «in order to preserve stability and constitutional order in the country»

Two Russian citizens attempted to smuggle approximately 5,000 large medicinal leeches into Turkey

Ratification of the protocol will facilitate the settlement of debt obligations to Russia, as well as the development of further economic and scientific-technical cooperation between the two countries on peaceful use of nuclear energy, which fully meets the interests of Moscow, according to the conclusion of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs

Canada's inflation rate ticked up to two per cent in October, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday. The consumer price index had previously hit 1.6 per cent in September, thanks to a steep decline in gas prices.

Jharkhand held the first of its two-phase assembly elections with 43 constituencies voting. Over 66% of voters turned out peacefully to choose from candidates fielded by alliances led by the BJP and the incumbent Congress-JMM coalition. The second phase will be held on November 20th, coinciding with Maharashtra's single-phase election.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and other political leaders criticized Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) for allegedly using Hindi predominantly on its website. They called it a form of Hindi imposition and demanded a rollback. LIC responded by saying a technical glitch caused the issue and has now been resolved.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi after BJP leader Vinod Tawde was accused of distributing money to voters in Maharashtra. Gandhi linked the incident to Modi's campaign slogan, implying misuse of public funds. Tawde denied wrongdoing, while BJP called the allegations a conspiracy.

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) is urging the Kerala government to stop what they call the 'oppression of devotees' at the Sabarimala shrine. They object to practices like including Vavar in traditions, claiming it distorts Hindu customs. The VHP also criticizes the lack of amenities for pilgrims and alleges financial exploitation by the Devaswom Board.

Indian news agency ANI has taken legal action against OpenAI, alleging the use of its content without permission to train the AI chatbot ChatGPT. ANI claims OpenAI fabricated news stories attributed to them and seeks licensing agreements similar to those with other major publications. OpenAI states it has stopped using ANI content and operates within legal boundaries.