The government is considering mandatory Central Board of Film Certification for OTT releases. This move would require amendments to existing IT rules for digital media. A recent controversy over the film Satluj on Zee5 prompted this consideration. Action may also be initiated against Zee5 for its release while under review. State governments are responsible for enforcing laws against private screenings of uncertified films.

Environment Canada's poor air quality warning in Toronto due to wildfire smoke could stick around until the end of the week, said a meteorologist.

The man, in his 20s, was arrested on Tuesday in London after a post on X warned the Reform UK leader: 'I am going to shoot you in the head if you win.'

The stoic serviceman appeared concerned for his trusty steed as his head continuously dropped and his tongue momentarily emerged from his mouth.

Most country lanes are currently derestricted and are subject to the national speed limit of 60mph, however, this new guidance would see it reduced to 20mph.

Qantas is set to receive 12 new ultra-long haul jets from Airbus.

Failed asylum seekers Karin Al-Danasurt, Ibrahim Alshafe and Abdulla Ahmadi have been sentenced to six years for gang-raping an unconscious woman.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav strongly supports implementing a Uniform Civil Code. The state government plans to introduce a UCC Bill during the upcoming monsoon session. A committee submitted its report recommending UCC implementation, excluding tribal communities. The chief minister criticized the Congress party for its stance on the UCC issue. The government will also abide by the Supreme Court's decision on the Bhojshala dispute.

The Election Commission has updated the schedule for electoral roll revision in six states. Draft publication dates vary, with final rolls due in October for most. Telangana's revision will see draft publication on August 10 and finalization on October 12. Haryana and Andhra Pradesh will publish draft rolls on July 31. This exercise aims to update voter lists by adding new and removing ineligible electors.

The Delhi High Court requested responses regarding a PIL for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's urgent medical intervention. Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra resigned from the Mamata Banerjee faction and joined a rebel group. The Union Cabinet approved seven significant projects across various sectors, including semiconductors and railways. The United States conducted fresh military strikes targeting Iranian military sites near the Strait of Hormuz.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has publicly backed students protesting against examination irregularities, urging climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to stop his hunger strike. He pointed out that equitable exams are vital for young people from less privileged backgrounds. Tharoor affirms that peaceful demonstrations are necessary to amplify youth concerns, and the opposition is set to raise these student issues in Parliament next week.

Mamata Banerjee strongly defended Abhishek Banerjee, stating he had done no wrong. She accused rebel leaders of unfairly targeting her nephew and his family. Mamata linked Madan Mitra's exit to ED summons, suggesting a 'setting' with the BJP. She asserted that a few leaders leaving would not weaken the Trinamool Congress party. The party chief vowed to rebuild the organization and continue its political fight.

À deux jours du coup d'envoi, Oyem s'apprête à vivre au rythme du Championnat national des moins de 17 ans, organisé du 17 au 25 juillet 2026 par la Fédération gabonaise de football (FEGAFOOT). Portée par la vision de son président, Pierre Alain Mounguengui, cette compétition s'inscrit dans une politique ambitieuse de développement du football de base, avec pour priorité la formation, la détection et l'accompagnement des jeunes talents appelés à représenter le Gabon sur les grandes scènes (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Il existe au Gabon des hommes et des femmes brillants, détenteurs des diplômes les plus prestigieux, qui ont pourtant échoué à transformer les organisations dont ils avaient la charge. Non par manque de compétences techniques — mais par déficit de ce que l'on n'apprend pas dans les amphithéâtres : l'art d'inspirer les autres, de fédérer, de convaincre, de gérer les conflits, d'incarner l'exemplarité. Dans notre article précédent, nous avons identifié l'Université des Sciences de (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[Bhekisisa] Could a vaccine that protects you against one of the most painful diseases of older age also help keep your brain healthy? South Africa has finally launched Shingrix, a new shingles vaccine that studies suggest may lower the risk of dementia too. We unpack what the evidence really shows -- and whether the hefty price tag is worth it.

As ties between Singapore and Malaysia deepen, some Singapore businesses may lose out from close links with Johor, but both countries stand to benefit overall, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said on Wednesday (July 15).He was speaking to reporters after a breakfast roundtable with business leaders on the final day of his state visit to Malaysia from July 12 to 15.Addressing questions from the media, President Tharman shared that both sides are investing in bilateral ties and «strengthening complementarity» between the two countries.«It is no secret that, in linking up more with Johor for instance – through the Special Economic Zone and the RTS (Rapid Transit System) Link – there will be some businesses in Singapore who lose out – some service industries will lose out.»However, he noted that while some businesses and service industries may be affected, others stand to gain from closer Johor-Singapore links.«Both countries will be winners,» he said.The President added that the overall gains for Singapore and Malaysia would outweigh any smaller losses, describing this as a mature way of approaching the bilateral relationship.

One person was taken to hospital for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in a flat in Bukit Batok in the early hours of Wednesday (July 15).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to a fire at Block 412 Bukit Batok West Avenue 4 at about 3.15am.SCDF said the fire involved a bedroom in a unit on the 16th floor and was extinguished using a water jet.The cause of the fire is under investigation.In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC MP Lee Hong Chuang said he was informed of the fire after returning home from a community event at Hong Kah North Community Club.«I immediately headed to the scene and activated the relevant agencies, together with our grassroots leaders, to provide assistance to the affected residents,» said Lee.Images shared on his social media show the charred interiors of the affected flat, with the ceiling blackened by the blaze.

SINGAPORE - Anti-vaccine group founder Iris Koh and her husband appeared in the High Court on July 15, after the Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) sought to have them declared as vexatious litigants.A vexatious litigant is someone who habitually and persistently, without reasonable grounds, initiates legal proceedings, typically to harass opponents or abuse the court process.The AGC had filed an application to require 50-year-old Koh, founder of Healing the Divide, and her husband Raymond Ng, 53, to seek the court's permission before commencing new civil proceedings or continuing existing civil suits.Addressing Justice Hoo Sheau Peng on July 15, State Counsel Vincent Leow said it was clear the couple viewed commencing civil litigation against others as an instant recourse.«The moment they feel aggrieved, their instinct is to sue,» Leow said.He added that the couple had a habit of filing multiple lawsuits against various individuals and entities and raising funds through crowdfunding to pay for legal fees.

Environment Canada's poor air quality warning in Toronto due to wildfire smoke could stick around until the end of the week, said a meteorologist.

Malawi has just 600 doctors for entire population, with staggering 1:33,000 doctor-patient ratio Opposition leader Simplex Chithyola Banda says killings could trigger exodus of medical staff abroad Health Minister admits she is ‘saddened’ and probing whether doctors are being deliberately targeted A chilling wave of violence against Malawi’s doctors has sparked an urgent call for […] The post ‘Doctors are becoming an endangered species’: Chithyola Banda calls for tighter security for Malawi’s medics appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), acting in its capacity as the country’s designated Data Protection Authority (DPA), on Wednesday convened a stakeholder consultation meeting in Lilongwe to gather views on draft data protection regulations, with particular focus on proposed registration fees for data controllers and data processors. The consultation, held at Capital Hotel, brought […] The post MACRA consults stakeholders on proposed data protection registration fees appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A parliamentary joint committee investigating the administrative delays that have stalled approval of Mtalimanja Holdings’ Mulalo Fertiliser Plant in Dowa began its inquiry on Wednesday morning, hearing evidence from the company’s director on the impact of the hold-up. Napoleon Dzombe, the company’s director, appeared before the committee in person, while Robert Matengula, team leader for […] The post Delays to Dowa fertiliser plant have taken personal and financial toll, MPs told appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s headline inflation rate fell by 2.3 percentage points in June to 21.1 per cent, down from 23.4 per cent in May, according to the latest flash estimate from the National Statistical Office, marking a continuation of the disinflationary trend seen in recent months. The moderation was driven primarily by food inflation, which slowed to […] The post Malawi inflation eases to 21.1% in June as food prices moderate appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Iceland's Ministry of Education and Children has introduced plans for legislation that would prohibit children under the age of 15 from using social media.

Forty years after the infamous ‘Hand of God’ incident, the stage is now set for another England-Argentina showdown as the second semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes the spotlight today. Expectation is high at the British High Commission in Kingston and, likewise, at the Argentina Embassy that their countries will be in Sunday’s final.

TEHRAN - A wide range of projects is currently underway by the Iran Space Agency, focusing on three main areas of infrastructure development, satellite design, and data and imagery-based services.

TEHRAN –The Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the Indonesia National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) conducted a joint webinar, titled ‘Advancing Iran-Indonesia Research Collaboration: Strategic Opportunities Ahead’, on Wednesday to explore avenues for the expansion of scientific and research cooperation between the researchers, scientists, and the scientific institutions of the two countries.

TEHRAN - The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has condemned attacks by the United States and the Zionist Regime targeting Iranian relief workers, medical personnel, ambulances, and humanitarian infrastructure, stressing the need to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of aid workers and civilians.

TEHRAN – Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has said that the projected inauguration of seven technology transfer centers will accelerate rural development.

Failed asylum seekers Karin Al-Danasurt, Ibrahim Alshafe and Abdulla Ahmadi are being sentenced for gang-raping an unconscious woman on a beach in Brighton last October.

A Delhi court has restored activist Umar Khalid's weekly video meetings with his family. Jail authorities had previously reduced these meetings from two to one weekly session. The court found no justification for the reduction in the number of meetings. Khalid remains in jail in connection with the 2020 northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case. This order follows the rejection of his recent bail pleas by a Delhi court.