India is set to conduct a nationwide civil defence mock drill, focusing on the designated 'civil defence districts' some of which house sensitive installations. This exercise, amidst heightened tensions following a recent terror attack, aims to simulate wartime scenarios, testing air raid protocols and evacuation plans.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly refuted the Organization of Islamic Cooperation's (OIC) statement regarding the Pahalgam terror attack, labeling it «absurd and misguided.» The MEA spokesperson accused Pakistan of manipulating the OIC to issue a self-serving statement, rejecting any interference in India's internal matters.

Minister of Industry Hanna Katrín Friðriksson presented a revised bill yesterday proposing a significant increase in fishing fees, a move that could double the current charges for the fisheries sector. The bill introduces a new method for calculating the value of marine products, which would serve as the basis for determining fees.

Kári Stefánsson, one of the world’s most prominent geneticists and founder of deCode Genetics, says he was not surprised by his sudden dismissal from the company he led for nearly three decades. Speaking to mbl.is, Stefánsson described the abrupt end to his role as a natural result of differing scientific priorities between himself and Amgen, deCode’s parent company.

Malawi’s dormant Kayelekera Uranium Mine is powering back to life with a MK350 billion (US$200 million) investment from Australian firm Lotus Resources—positioning the country at the centre of a global nuclear energy revival. Closed since 2014, the mine is set to restart in Q3 2025 as demand for clean, stable energy surges. Nuclear power—once sidelined—is […] The post Kayelekera’s $200M comeback: Malawi bets big on Nuclear Energy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Donald Trump continues to shake up Washington, DC in his second term but one MAGA senator is thrilled with the accomplishments of the first 100 days of his administration.

[UN News] Thousands of exhausted Sudanese refugees continue to flee fighting in search of safety in neighbouring Chad, aid teams said on Tuesday, as a third day of drone strikes ripped into the city of Port Sudan.

The Duke of Sussex 's also spoke of a 'pretty dark' conspiracy theory where he appeared to suggest shadowy figures want him dead in the bombshell interview.

A brutal set up, and prison bashing has been recorded from inside the cell of a Sydney jail.

Delhi revealed that under the terms of an agreement announced today, Indian nationals on temporary visas and their firms will not have to pay 'social security contributions' for three years.

Rick Thorburn, who a 2021 inquest found showed no remorse, was found dead in his jail cell last month after being sentenced to life for murdering his foster daughter. But the story of his evil doesn't end there.

Nigel Farage declared that his troops would ignore instructions to get briefings 'because we believe all people should be treated equally'.

Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das faces further legal trouble as a Bangladeshi court orders his arrest in four new cases related to obstructing police duties and assaulting lawyers. Simultaneously, a higher court has suspended his bail in a sedition case stemming from allegations of hoisting a saffron flag above the national flag during a rally.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused external elements of instigating violence in the state, urging people to resist divisive agendas promoted by the BJP and religious fundamentalists. Speaking in Murshidabad, she asserted that the Waqf Act would not be implemented in Bengal, appealing for calm amidst potential protests.

Amidst escalating tensions following the Pahalgam attack, Pakistan plans to increase its defence budget by 18%. India, a major military power, spends significantly more but faces resource allocation challenges. With China's support for Pakistan and its own growing military strength, India confronts a two-front challenge. Recent actions include ceasefire violations, mock drills, and nuclear modernization, highlighting the complex security landscape.

BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla accuses Congress leaders of acting as «content creators for Pakistan» amid heightened tensions following the Pahalgam massacre. He criticizes Charanjit Singh Channi's questioning of the surgical strike and Ajay Rai's mocking of the Rafale jets. Poonawalla's remarks come after Congress leaders questioned intelligence on terror activity in Kashmir, further fueling the political clash.

Amidst political clashes, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge accused PM Modi of prior knowledge of the Pahalgam terror attack, triggering BJP's sharp rebuke. India is set to conduct a nationwide civil defence drill on May 7. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee blamed outsiders for inciting violence. In international news, Germany's AfD party demanded fresh elections.

Merz, the conservative leader, was expected to win the vote on Tuesday.

Huge crowds have staged anti-migrant protests in Ireland amid growing anger at the government over an increase in arrivals and asylum claims. 

Rebekah Vardy has finally agreed to pay Coleen Rooney a huge seven-figure sum almost three years after she lost their Wagatha Christie courtroom showdown.

Musk's chilling prediction explains why he is pouring so many resources into one particular mission.

Pete Hegseth has demanded that the active duty military cut 20 percent of its four-star generals in a further move toward Donald Trump's mandate to cut government waste.

Situated at the intersection between economic and environmental interests, the term 'ecosystem-based approach' has shaped the discussion on fisheries management for many years and is currently widely used in the context of ocean governance. There is, however, not necessarily a common understanding of what the approach implies. Different terms as well as a number of different definitions and concepts exist, depending on the entity using them. Two major concepts, the incremental and the holistic method, can be applied for putting the approach into practice. The main difficulties hindering its further deployment in the context of fisheries policy are: knowledge gaps, complex decision-making, and a lack of an interdisciplinary implementing framework. Given these challenges, the common fisheries policy remains dominated by the conventional single-species approach. The European Parliament has repeatedly argued in favour of a further development of the approach in EU policies, and current research points in this direction. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The US president has claimed that America won both World Wars, drawing criticism from Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

India believes certain influencers from Pakistan are working against its national interests Read Full Article at RT.com

The two countries could play friendly matches this year, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU and NATO are promoting Russophobia in the style of Goebbels’ propaganda, Sergey Shoigu has said Read Full Article at RT.com

In July-December, households paid more than during the 2022 energy crisis, official data suggests Read Full Article at RT.com

Nairobi (HOL) — Rwanda’s foreign minister confirmed that Kigali is in preliminary discussions with the United States over a potential agreement to receive migrants deported from American soil, as President Donald Trump accelerates his administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Authorities in the Banadir region have confiscated a house in Mogadishu’s Xamar Jajab district, citing its alleged use in activities that posed a threat to Somalia’s national security, including a March bombing that targeted President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s convoy.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Tuesday chaired the opening session of the National Consultative Council (NCC) at the presidential palace in Mogadishu amid an ongoing boycott by Puntland and Jubbaland leaders.

According to the news report, Ukraine has already begun considering options for downgrading diplomatic relations with Brazil