India prioritizes its own assessments for environmental policy over external global rankings on pollution and climate resilience. The Environment Ministry stated it doesn't recognize foreign reports like the Global Climate Risk Index or IQAir's air quality rankings as a basis for domestic policy. Instead, the nation relies on its own initiatives like 'Swachh Vayu Survekshan' for evaluating progress.

Textiles, apparel, and hospitality are poised for significant job growth by 2030, fueled by increased investment, a new report reveals. While manufacturing and services will also contribute, the focus is on boosting stable, salaried positions. The think tank urges a strategic approach, emphasizing skill development and addressing the informal sector's dominance to enhance labor absorption and drive economic expansion.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted extensive searches across 40 locations in Delhi, Kolkata, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh targeting a radicalized IS module. Investigations revealed alleged use of crime proceeds for weapons, explosives, recruitment, and training of terror suspects. This money laundering probe stems from an NIA chargesheet, with intelligence suggesting illicit wood trade funding extremist activities.

The Election Commission has adjusted the special intensive revision schedule for poll rolls in several states and a Union Territory. New deadlines for submitting enumeration forms and publishing draft electoral rolls have been set, with final rolls expected in February 2026. This revision aims to ensure all eligible voters are included.

À Teva I Uta, le collège Tinomana Ebb a organisé une journée de solidarité réunissant ses élèves et une vingtaine de seniors. L’objectif : sensibiliser les collégiens à l’importance des liens intergénérationnels.

Losing the city of Seversk may force Ukraine to cede territory in future talks, journalist Sonja van den Ende has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff resolved issues left after the Alaska summit, Sergey Lavrov said Read Full Article at RT.com

An unpublished US security strategy draft reportedly outlines a five-nation bloc with Russia, China, India and Japan to sideline the G7 Read Full Article at RT.com

Drawing attention to migrants' human rights and highlighting their contribution to society, International Migrants Day is observed every year on 18 December. The day was designated by the United Nations General Assembly on 4 December 2000 in response to growing migration numbers around the world. This updates a 2024 'At a glance' note by Anita Orav. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

«The complex nature of the challenges facing the subregion requires coordinated approaches,» Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Anna Evstigneyeva noted

Vladimir Zelensky «has no chance of being legally re-elected» for a new term, Maria Zakharova stated

The chamber also blocked a Republican bill to give Americans up to $1,500 to spend on health care instead of extending the subsidies.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has accused the EU backers of stealing Russia’s assets of being “mentally” at war with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

The Russian army is providing assistance to residents of the liberated city of Seversk, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said British nationals are involved in the Ukraine conflict and warned that Moscow would respond Read Full Article at RT.com

US Republican Senator John Kennedy has suggested that South Africa should be removed from a flagship trade initiative Read Full Article at RT.com

Handing Russian assets over to Ukraine would be nothing more than theft disguised as a moral choice and a public service Read Full Article at RT.com

Poland voices frustration after being excluded from high-level discussions on potential Ukraine peace deals, Politico has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukrainian military casualties in the conflict with Russia have surpassed 1 million and continue to grow, Sergey Lavrov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The new US National Security Strategy echoes Hungary’s concerns over the EU’s direction, Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Walkers Social Club held a fundraising fun walk in Blantyre aimed raising K50 million for resources for the Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH) Children’s Cancer Ward. The initiative, which attracted walkers from across the city, sought to raise funds to support the treatment and care of children battling cancer at Malawi’s largest referral hospital. […] The post Walkers’ fun walk targets to raise K50 million for QECH Children’s Cancer Ward appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

NBM Development Bank Limited (NBMDBL) has been named the Top Industrialisation Catalyst Award winner at the 2025 Impact Integration and Investment Forum held at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe over the weekend. The forum, themed ‘Mobilising Private Capital Towards Malawi 2063’, formed part of the Midterm Review of the Malawi Implementation Plan […] The post NBM Development Bank bags Industrialisation Catalyst Award appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening anticipatory approaches in Malawi’s disaster preparedness and response systems. Commissioner for Disaster Management, Wilson Moleni, made the remarks in Lilongwe during the third National Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Action. Moleni said the two-day workshop is crucial as it emphasises proactive planning, early […] The post DoDMA pushes anticipatory approach in disaster management appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Residential properties owned by the Government of Malawi for its diplomatic mission in South Africa have fallen into shocking disrepair—many now occupied by homeless people and drug users. The houses, bought years ago to cut rental costs for diplomats, have been left to rot. An internal memo we have seen paints a disturbing picture of […] The post Malawi’s Diplomatic Houses in South Africa Taken Over by Homeless, Drug Users appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Pundits and sports insiders are buzzing with excitement after Football Legends Association (FLA) champion Jim Kalua was appointed Chairperson of the Malawi National Council of Sports — a move many are calling a long-overdue recognition of a man who has fought harder than anyone for the welfare of former football stars. Kalua, who has spent […] The post Euphoria as Jim Kalua Lands Sports Council Chair — Pundits Say “Best Appointment in Years” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.