Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will lead a nationwide campaign of town hall discussions starting in Kota on June 17, addressing issues like NEET paper leaks and youth unemployment. The initiative aims to unite students and affected youth to demand accountability for examination failures.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that the organization is the world's largest voluntary body but also the most misunderstood. Speaking at an event for the RSS centenary celebrations, Bhagwat aimed to clarify misconceptions about the Sangh, which he said is often viewed incorrectly from the outside.
Japan's distinct approach to Russia's aggression in Ukraine, including maintaining contact with Moscow and seeking energy imports, has been noted by European governments and NATO nations. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi defended Tokyo's outreach, emphasizing the importance of dialogue during conflict. A politician from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has been attempting to arrange a meeting between the Japanese and Russian foreign ministers. Japan is also reportedly close to an agreement with the US to continue importing energy from Russia's Sakhalin 2 project.
Pakistan is spending an estimated $900,000 monthly on US lobbying efforts, totaling $10-12 million annually, according to FARA filings. This occurs as the nation faces economic challenges, a water crisis, rising fuel prices, and a heavy debt burden.
Pakistan is spending an estimated $900,000 monthly on US lobbying efforts, totaling $10-12 million annually, according to FARA filings. This occurs as the nation faces economic challenges, a water crisis, rising fuel prices, and a heavy debt burden, while its military leadership claims India sought US mediation during military tensions.
UK universities may cut hardship support and outreach for disadvantaged students due to severe funding issues. Over two-thirds of vice-chancellors are considering job cuts, with many also looking at mergers.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, known for avoiding direct contact with government and party officials, is actively increasing engagement with party executives to strengthen her support base. This shift comes as she faces challenges in passing her first budget and pursues key policy initiatives like constitutional revision and defense buildup.
Mauritania is countering violent extremism by deploying trained female Islamic spiritual guides, "mourchidates," who engage detainees and youth in dialogue, challenging radical narratives and fostering social cohesion, a model distinct from militaristic approaches.
Iltija Mufti, daughter of Mehbooba Mufti, claims the National Conference, in league with the BJP, suspended her X account. She alleges this follows her criticism of the NC and the proposed removal of Urdu as a mandatory language. Her Facebook page was also recently deactivated, impacting her political outreach.
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Himanta Biswa Sarma has cemented the BJP's dominance in Assam, securing a third consecutive term with a commanding mandate. His strategic brilliance, combining organizational depth, alliances, and welfare outreach, has transformed the state's political landscape, effectively dismantling the Congress's long-standing influence and establishing a new political order.
Victoria needs almost five times as many outreach field workers to support people who are sleeping rough, according to a study by the Council to Homeless Persons.
Victoria needs almost five times as many outreach field workers to support people who are sleeping rough, according to a study by the Council to Homeless Persons.
A Taiwanese official has begun a more than 10-day visit to the United States, with engagements planned at think tanks, with overseas Taiwanese communities, and potentially with policymakers. The official, identified only as Cheng, emphasized that the trip focuses on substantive strategic dialogue rather than ceremonial visits. At the core of her pitch is a rejection of what she describes as the "false binary" of choosing between Beijing and Washington.
Public safety charity Crime Stoppers Queensland will undergo significant changes to its community outreach model, which volunteers describe as "a slap in the face".
India, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka have no official broadcaster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with less than two months to go. The 48-team tournament across USA, Canada and Mexico begins June 11. FIFA slashed asking price from $100 million to $35 million for India rights but no buyers emerged. Key barriers include unfavorable match timings (12:30 am IST for most games), cricket dominance in advertising, and a strong US dollar. Industry experts say FIFA is not financially impacted as broadcast rights represent less than 1% of their $3.9 billion projected revenue.
Six countries including India and China lack an official broadcaster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with less than two months until the tournament begins. FIFA slashed its asking price for Indian media rights from $100 million to $35 million but no buyers emerged. The primary barrier is unfavourable match timings, with only 14 of 104 matches starting before midnight in India, and the opening fixture at 12:30 am IST. The IPL concluding just two weeks before the World Cup and cricket's dominance of advertising spend have also deterred buyers. While FIFA's $3.9 billion broadcast revenue target won't be significantly affected, the lack of reach concerns long-term market development.
West Bengal's Phase 2 assembly election campaign concluded with intense polarization, marked by high-decibel rallies and sharp political attacks. Prime Minister Modi's symbolic outreach and Mamata Banerjee's street-level campaigning defined competing narratives, while record Phase 1 turnout intensified voter mobilization efforts.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited a local market in Kolkata during the assembly election campaign, speaking with vendors about essential prices and welfare schemes. The visit comes amid intense political rivalry with BJP, with Mamata attacking PM Modi's jhalmuri incident in Jhargram as staged and questioning BJP's confidence ahead of the second polling phase on April 29.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged citizenship to the Matua Namasudra community under the CAA during a rally in Bongaon, West Bengal, as concerns mount over mass voter roll deletions in the region ahead of the second phase of voting.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed his recent 'jhalmuri' consumption in Jhargram unsettled the Trinamool Congress. He promised expedited citizenship for Hindu refugees and criticized the TMC government for corruption and inefficiency ahead of the upcoming election.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s fourth visit to Beijing in four years has once again drawn attention across Europe and the Atlantic, but perhaps less scepticism than before. In an era marked by intensifying US-China rivalry, geopolitical fragmentation and the European Union’s emphasis on “de-risking”, Spain’s sustained engagement with China is often seen as a strategic divergence from Brussels. That reading, however, underestimates both Spain’s intentions and the broader shift under way...
An analysis of the tech industry's adoption of lowercase writing, sparked by Jack Dorsey's all-lowercase email announcing 4,000 layoffs at Block. The author explores how this casual style serves as a display of power and privilege, allowing those in unassailable positions to appear effortlessly casual while subordinates cannot afford such informality. The piece also critiques annoying email habits including 'tks' signoffs and single-emoji replies.
