Jagmeet Singh's party withdraws support for Trudeau Govt in Canada

Leader of Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) Jagmeet Singh has announced that he is withdrawing support to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government.

Macron appoints ex-chief Brexit negotiator as new French PM

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed former chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister of France, the Elysee Palace said in a statement on Thursday.

Danish police arrests Greta Thunberg at Copenhagen pro-Palestine protest

Prominent Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested by Danish Police on Wednesday morning in Copenhagen during a proPalestine protest, Politico reported.

INDIA, CHINA, BRAZIL MAY MEDIATE IN RUSSIA-UKRAINE PEACE TALKS: PUTIN

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that India, China and Brazil could mediate in potential peace talks over Ukraine, Reuters reported.

China halts foreign adoptions of its children

The Chinese government is no longer allowing foreign adoptions of the country's children, a spokesperson said Thursday.

'NORTH KOREA MAY HAVE EXECUTED OFFICIALS OVER FLOOD RESPONSE': REPORTS

North Korea may have executed multiple officials over damage from devastating floods in July that wrecked thousands of homes and left up to 1,500 people dead or missing, according to South Korean intelligence.

Hezbollah launches 30 rockets at Northern Israel

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) reported that about 30 rocket launches were detected that crossed from the territory of Lebanon into Israel.

Pope Francis preaches unity at Southeast Asia's largest mosque

When Pope Francis stepped on to the hallowed grounds of the Istiqlal mosque in the Indonesian capital on Thursday, he marked a historic moment in his quest to bridge the divides between the world's major religions.

UAE's support accelerates vaccination of over 187,000 children in Gaza

The UAE's support has accelerated the vaccination of over 187,000 children in Gaza since the launch of the polio campaign.

Singapore puts off criminal trial of former Indian-origin transport minister to Sep 10

The criminal trial of Singapore's former Indianorigin transport minister S Iswaran, originally set for September 10, has been rescheduled for September 24, the Attorney-General's Chambers said on Thursday.

Arrest of artists and intellectuals latest wave of China's crackdown on dissent

The arrest of artist Gao Zhen and journalist Zhang Zhan by the Chinese government as per the human rights advocates is the latest tactic employed by China to inflict a crackdown on dissent in the country, Voice Of America (VOA) reported.

PAK OPPOSITION TO MEET ON BALOCHISTAN'S ESCALATING SECURITY ISSUES

Expressing deep concern over Balochistan's worsening situation, grand opposition alliance on Wednesday Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayeen Pakistan (TTAP) - has called for a multi-party conference (MPC), ahead of a longawaited public meeting on September 8, reported Dawn.

Ex-RG Kar College principal Sandip Ghosh moves Supreme Court against High Court ordering CBI probe into alleged financial irregularities

The Supreme Court in the case Sandip GhoshvWB observed wherein the former Principal of RG Kar Hospital Sandip Ghosh has moved the court challenging the order of Calcutta High Court to transfer the SIT probe into alleged irregularities in the tender processes and mismanagement by Ghosh, to the Central Bureau of Investigation, CBI.

Allahabad HC: Not mandatory for widowed daughter-in-law to live in matrimonial home to claim maintenance from father-in-law

The Allahabad High Court in the case Shree Rajpati v.Smt. Bhuri Devi observed that agreeing to live in a matrimonial home is not a condition precedent for a widowed daughter-in-law for seeking maintenance from her father-in-law.

SUPREME COURT REFUSES TO APPOINT SPECIAL PUBLIC PROSECUTOR FOR SENTHIL BALAJI'S TRIAL, ASKS WHY TN GOVERNOR TOOK 7 MONTHS TO GRANT SANCTION

The Supreme Court in the case Y.Balaji V. Assistant Commissioner of Police Central Crime Branch, Job Racketing & Anr. observed and has refused to appoint a Special Public Prosecutor for the trial of former Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji in corruption case which arose out of the cash of jobs allegations.

Police foils grenade attack, nabs terrorist associate

Pulwama Police arrested a terrorist associate and seized a hand grenade during a Naka check at the Karimabad crossing on Thursday.

Union agriculture minister conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Vijayawada

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday conducted an aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh.

Telangana: Auto driver arrested for rape attempt on tribal woman in Asifabad

An auto driver was arrested for allegedly attempting to rape and murder a woman belonging to the Scheduled Tribe community in Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district of Telangana, police said on Thursday.

MP: 3 females among 16 test positive for dengue in last 24 hours in Indore

Indore has been witnessing a sharp rise in the number of dengue cases as 16 new people, including three females tested positive in the last 24 hours, according to an health official.

UP: Wild animal attack leaves 6 injured in Chandauli district

A wild animal allegedly attacked six villagers while they were asleep in Daudpur Daakhi village, located in the Chakia Kotwali area of Chandauli district.

Eco-friendly Ganesh idols crafted from cow dung gaining popularity

In a move towards environmental sustainability, eco-friendly Ganesh idols crafted from cow dung are now gaining popularity in the state. This initiative is not only encouraging greener celebrations but also highlighting the need for eco-conscious practices during traditional festivals.

'First remove Italy ka Chashma, then everything will be visible'

Launching a scathing attack on the Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi over his visit to Jammu and Kashmir, BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh said on Thursday that the former should first remove the 'Italy ka Chasma', then everything will be clearly visible to him.

RAJNATH COMMENDS INVALUABLE CONTRIBUTION OF ARMED FORCES

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday addressed the apex leadership of the Indian Armed Forces at the Joint Commanders' Conference and commended their invaluable contribution to safeguarding national interests.

'Digital payments to grow 3-fold to 481 bn by FY29'

India's digital payments industry is witnessing a huge surge, with transaction volumes growing by 42 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in FY 2023-24, according to a new report by PwC.

Truck rentals rise for second month in August, driven by festive and post-election demand: Report

Truck rentals continued their upward trend in August 2024, marking the second consecutive month of growth, as per the latest Shriram Mobility Bulletin.

Piyush Goyal sets 500 million tonne domestic steel output target by 2034

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, speaking at the 5th ISA Steel Conclave in New Delhi, set a target of 500 million tonnes of steel production by 2034.

EaseMyTrip to venture into electric bus manufacturing through a subsidiary

EaseMyTrip has announced the launch of its new subsidiary, Easy Green Mobility, marking its entry into the electric bus manufacturing sector.

SEBI employees say not 'misguided'

The employees of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Thursday gathered at the SEBI office and protested against the statement released by the regulatory body on Wednesday evening.

S'pore firms pledge to invest over Rs 5 lakh crore in India

Singaporean companies from diverse sectors committed an investment of over Rs 5 lakh crore (around USD 60 billion) in the next few years during a roundtable with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

INDIA IS LIKELY TO BENEFIT FROM TRUMP POLICIES, SAYS RESEARCH FIRM NOMURA

'India as a relative beneficiary due to domestic demand-driven growth and benefits from lower commodity prices, supply chain shifts and foreign policy '