Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes a jibe at the opposition by referring to them as a "noob" during a chat with gamers, triggering a political controversy.
Women in the village of Sandeshkhali in West Bengal were allegedly sexually exploited and gang-raped by members of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) party, according to a report by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), which also highlighted a climate of fear and reprisal that prevented victims from speaking out; the TMC has dismissed the report's findings.
The Chinese embassy strongly opposes and deplores an interview between Taiwan's foreign minister and WION, stating that Taiwan independence is not possible and Taiwan will eventually reunite with China.
Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss reveals in her memoir that the prime minister's residence in Downing Street was infested with fleas and suggests that Boris Johnson's dog, Dilyn, may have been the cause.
Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to address the debate over Ukraine aid, which carries high stakes for Ukraine's sovereignty and his own Speakership, as he navigates the challenges of securing support from both Republicans and Democrats.
Former Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Prof. Stephen Adei, has avoided the power crisis in Ghana by relying on solar power for 95% of his energy needs, and he called on the government to promote solar energy usage among citizens.
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, criticizes the Northern Elders Forum for its comments against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that the NEF lacks the authority to speak for the entire region and is a political burden to Northerners.
Rishi Sunak, the UK Chancellor, may be struggling with the realization that his time in office may soon come to an end, a common experience among prime ministers who find it difficult to accept changing public opinions and the limitations of their power.
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president Y S Sharmila has been accused by Y S Vimalamma, sister of late chief minister YS Rajasekhar Reddy, of dragging the family's prestige through the mud by making baseless allegations against her own brother and cousin for personal political gain.
There are plans to initiate an impeachment motion against Agriculture and Livestock Production Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi over the fake fertiliser scandal.
Haiti establishes a transitional council to choose a new prime minister and restore order amidst gang violence, although questions remain about its viability and timeframe for implementation.
DAP vows to remain professional and focused on facts after being targeted with baseless attacks by Umno Youth chief.
Former MLA and widow of former Chief Minister Y S Vijayalakshmi, Vijayamma, has quietly left for the United States to escape the bitter political battle between her two children, Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy and Y S Sharmila, in Andhra Pradesh.
Tensions between Britain and Spain over the status of Gibraltar have escalated, with leaked diplomatic cables revealing Britain's capitulation to Spanish pressure in recent negotiations.
The war in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is fueling tensions between former president Joseph Kabila and current president Félix Tshisekedi.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is allegedly being tortured in Tihar jail by the Central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to AAP MP Sanjay Singh, who claims that the jail administration has refused to allow Kejriwal's wife to meet him in person.
Denis Bradley's memoir, Peace Comes Dropping Slow, reveals the secret backchannel communication that helped accelerate the peace process in Northern Ireland.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has accused BRS leader K Kavitha of threatening Aurobindo Pharma's promoter Sharath Chandra Reddy to pay ₹25 crore to the Aam Aadmi Party in exchange for retail zones in Delhi, as part of an alleged kickback scheme related to the excise policy case.
The Kenyan government plans to tackle its ballooning public wage bill by implementing job cuts and reducing salaries in the public service sector.
China and North Korea have jointly attended the opening ceremony of the "China-DPRK Friendship Year," with Zhao Leji and Choe Ryong Hae expressing their commitment to deepening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation.
The PTI rejected forming a coalition government after the elections and their stance of not working with other parties could lead to anarchy in the country, according to PML-N's Rana Sanaullah.
Today's news highlights include predictions of YCP's victory in 9 out of 10 surveys, concerns over Chandrababu's party control and increasing number of rebels, potential negative consequences if Balakrishna wins again, discussions on Pawan's revenge sharing, and debates on using 'Heritage' Managers for elections.
House Republicans, with bipartisan support, have voted to renew the controversial spying law, known as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with most dissenting votes coming from civil-liberty minded ultraconservative and progressive factions.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to remain united and hopeful, assuring them that the economy will experience a turnaround by December 2024, despite the current hardship and economic challenges in the country.
Former US Senator Martha McSally argues that the Founding Fathers intentionally designed American politics to be frustrating, recognizing that disagreement and debate are essential for the functioning of democracy and safeguarding individual liberties.
Retired Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio warns that allowing the BRP Sierra Madre to fall into disrepair as part of a "gentleman's agreement" with China would result in the Philippines losing control of the Ayungin Shoal to China.
Former Vice President Jorge Glas in Ecuador will remain in jail despite a tribunal ruling his arrest at the Mexican embassy as illegal, due to his previous convictions.
A transitional council has been formally established in Haiti to choose the next prime minister and Cabinet, as gangs tighten their grip on the troubled country.
Utah's four Republican representatives were split over a vote to reauthorize and reform the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, with three representatives voting against warrantless surveillance of citizens and one representative voting in favor of the final bill with requested reforms.
Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib defies a 60-day suspension order from Malacañang, vowing to stay in office despite claims that the order is "without basis."
Former Rep. Kevin McCarthy claims he was removed as House speaker because a member of Congress wanted him to intervene in an ethics complaint involving allegations of sleeping with a 17-year-old, which McCarthy refused to do.
The Biden administration has ordered the release of $60 million in assistance to Haiti to support a multinational police force headed by Kenya in combating armed gangs in the country.
House Republicans managed to restructure a surveillance mechanism used by government agencies, overcoming divisions within the conference to reauthorize a part of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) in a bipartisan vote, although opposition from another bipartisan group of lawmakers has led to a delay in its passage to the Senate.
NPR's editor in chief does not want the staffer who accused the organization of liberal bias to become a martyr, as the organization faces scrutiny over allegations of an absence of ideological diversity and the impact on its trustworthiness with its audience.
Hard-line conservatives are criticizing their GOP colleagues who voted against a proposed warrant requirement for domestic communications caught up in foreign surveillance operations, accusing them of empowering the "deep state" and undermining constitutional liberties.
Leonard Leo, co-chairman of the Federalist Society, refuses to comply with a subpoena investigating ethics at the Supreme Court, claiming political motivation, according to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin, who initiated the investigation.
Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown has called on President Biden to ban Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) in order to protect the American auto industry and address the economic and national security risks posed by Chinese automakers, arguing that tariffs alone are insufficient to combat China's government-backed challenge.
Former chief minister K. Chandrashekar Rao's daughter, BRS MLC K. Kavitha, has been arrested by the CBI in connection with the Delhi liquor scam after allegedly threatening a director of Aurobindo Pharma regarding his business interests in Telangana and Delhi.
Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, criticizes the sentencing of crossdresser Bobrisky by the EFCC, stating that the same approach should be used against high-ranking officials like former President Buhari who caused economic damage to Nigeria.
The Democratic National Committee spent over $1.5 million to offset Joe Biden's legal costs in the investigation into President Trump's handling of classified documents, contrasting with Trump's usage of campaign donations to fund his own legal bills.
Senator JD Vance opposes providing more funding for the war in Ukraine, arguing that it won't change the outcome of a war that Ukraine cannot win due to insufficient soldiers and matériel.
Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner has stated that she will step down if found guilty in the ongoing police investigation into allegations that she provided false information about her living arrangements a decade ago, which may have violated electoral law.
Canadian Security Intelligence Service Director David Vigneault defended the conduct and work of the spy agency and cast doubt on the government's claim of being uninformed about CSIS intelligence on Chinese state meddling in Canadian elections.
Jared Kushner is facing criticism for his business dealings, particularly his reliance on foreign investors, but the attacks from the Biden Administration and its supporters are unfounded and lack credibility, especially considering Kushner's successful role in negotiating the Abraham Accords and the importance of maintaining relations with Saudi Arabia. Ben Rhodes, who criticizes Kushner, himself lacks expertise and qualifications in foreign policy and has a questionable record.
The House reauthorized the nation's warrantless surveillance powers for another two years but declined to attach an amendment requiring a warrant for some searches.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir held a special assessment meeting with top security officials to enhance readiness of the security forces and address threats from Iran.
Former Kisii deputy governor Dr Robert Monda suffered a setback when a petitioner seeking to challenge his impeachment withdrew the case, leaving him with fewer options to return to his position.
The Guardian has called for an immediate inquiry after revealing that thousands of unpaid carers in the UK have been pursued for thousands of pounds and even convicted for unwittingly breaching earnings rules by a few pounds per week, resulting in debt, criminal records, and forced home sales, prompting condemnation from former work and pensions secretaries and Labour.
Netanyahu's failure to develop a concrete strategy for Iran and Gaza demonstrates his prioritization of internal politics over effective war efforts, resulting in hasty bombings.
Pawan Kalyan's wife, Anna Lezhnova, reportedly filed a complaint with the central Home Minister accusing him of extramarital affairs and potentially exposing his character due to his perceived closeness to the Central BJP, according to former Janasena member Pithani Balakrishna, who also claimed to possess evidence of Pawan's involvement in selling party tickets for large sums of money.