2:46 am - Thursday August 6, 2026

World

Latest News on World
Iran war live: Israel kills Lebanon gene...

Iran war live: Israel kills Lebanon general, Pakistan urges end to war

Iran war live: Israel kills Lebanon general, Pakistan urges end to war ## Regional Tensions Escalate as Israeli Strike Claims Lebanese Officers; Arab Nations Denounce Iranian Actions **Beirut/Tehran/Manama/Kuwait City** – A significant escalation in regional hostilities unfolded today as Israeli... read more »

Jammu, Nov.6 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday reached out to the panchs and sarpanchs of Jammu and Kashmir, and said that the Congress-led UPA Government has always focused on the rights of the people, and promised more rights to the local body members. "Does the Panchs, Sarpanchs in Jammu and Kashmir have any right? We need to give them their rights, power, so that decisions can be taken in villages. I assure you that you will get your rights, and until that happens, I will keep coming here, and keep fighting for your rights," he said while addressing Panchayat conference here. "From 2004 in Delhi there is UPA Government and our focus has been on giving 'rights' to people of the nation. We gave people Right to Information ( RTI), Food Security, MNREGA , and many such rights to the people. If you look at all these programmes, they cannot be run without Panchayati Raj or Sarpanchs," he added. He further assured that the Congress Government would implement the 73rd and 74th amendment here. Gandhi also listed few things that would bring a positive change in the state. "Firstly, we need to train, empower local leaders. Secondly, we should train youth and provide employment. Thirdly, we need to help women in the state. And the Congress Party is trying to take these things forward," he added. Rahul Gandhi is on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir from today, where is likely to meet members of Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Jammu. He will also attend a meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee at Party office in Srinagar.
Munnar panchayat will impose plastic ban...

Munnar panchayat will impose plastic ban from July

Munnar panchayat will impose plastic ban from July ## Munnar Gears Up for Comprehensive Plastic Ban, Phased Implementation Planned **Munnar, Kerala** – The picturesque hill station of Munnar is poised to implement a significant environmental initiative, with the local panchayat announcing a... read more »

Attempts to sneak in political interests...

Attempts to sneak in political interests using Governors powers will be res...

Attempts to sneak in political interests using Governors powers will be resisted, says Minister Roji M. John ### **Government Vows to Safeguard Higher Education’s Ideological Autonomy** **[City, State] – [Date]** – The State Government has unequivocally stated its commitment to preserving... read more »

Police launch search for Guntur NRI fami...

Police launch search for Guntur NRI family involved in job, visa fraud

Police launch search for Guntur NRI family involved in job, visa fraud ## Authorities Pursue NRI Couple in Suspected Job and Visa Fraud Scheme **GUNTUR, INDIA** – Law enforcement agencies in Guntur have initiated an extensive search for a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) couple who are reportedly... read more »

More from World

N. Sitharaman is the first female finance minister after former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

After San Diego shooting, Muslim Americans aim to turn grief into action

After San Diego shooting, Muslim Americans aim to turn grief into action ### Muslim American Community Converges, Vows to Translate Grief into Civic Engagement **Chicago, IL** – Amidst a... read more »

Inside a Beirut barbershop shaped by war and crisis

Inside a Beirut barbershop shaped by war and crisis ## A Constant in Lebanon’s Shifting Landscape: Mario Habib’s Enduring Barbershop Beirut, Lebanon – In the heart of a city... read more »

BJP MLA Mahesh Tenginakai insulted migrant workers in Hubballi assuming they are infiltrat...

BJP MLA Mahesh Tenginakai insulted migrant workers in Hubballi assuming they are infiltrators, says Congress leader Rajat Ullagaddimath **Allegations of Disparagement: Opposition Leader... read more »

N. Sitharaman is the first female finance minister after former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

Former Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar takes charge as Secretary to CM Sat...

Former Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar takes charge as Secretary to CM Satheesan **Kelkar Assumes Chief Minister’s Secretariat Role Amidst Political... read more »

Petrol price crosses 110 mark in Bengaluru, fourth hike in 10 day...

Petrol price crosses 110 mark in Bengaluru, fourth hike in 10 days **Bengaluru Fuel Costs Surge Past ₹110, Transport Sector Appeals for Government Intervention** Bengaluru, India – The escalating... read more »