Ben Carroll unveiled a new Victorian cabinet after taking Labor leadership, adding an AI ministry led by Anthony Carbines and reshuffling roles among ministers.
Russian forces continued striking Ukrainian transport infrastructure and vessels in the port of Nikolayev and the Black Sea, targeting military cargo and re-equipped tugboats, according to the Russian defense ministry.
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin stated that Russia holds the top position among Armenia's foreign trade partners and investors. He noted that Russian companies are actively involved in Armenia's mining, mechanical engineering, transport, energy, and digital economy sectors.
Keir Starmer defended his £298bn defence investment plan in the Commons, facing criticism over a projected £4.7bn funding gap that critics say will burden his successor, Andy Burnham. The plan aims to raise defence spending to 2.7% of GDP by 2030, falling short of a Nato target.
Labour and Reform MPs Hamish Falconer and Robert Jenrick express anger over the cancellation/delay of transport projects in their constituencies, including the A46 Newark bypass, to fund a £15bn increase in UK defence spending. East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward also criticizes the lack of consultation.
Labour minister Hamish Falconer and Reform MP Robert Jenrick express anger over the cancellation or delay of local transport projects, including the A46 Newark bypass, to fund a £15bn increase in the UK's defence spending plan. East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward also criticizes the lack of prior consultation on the cuts.
A NASA Inspector General report reveals that the agency's launch infrastructure at Kennedy Space Center is aging and nearing its capacity limit due to increased demand from private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin, potentially impacting future missions.
Russia's FSB has detained three individuals accused of plotting terrorist attacks in Tyumen, Krasnodar, and Adygea Regions on behalf of Ukrainian special services. The suspects allegedly planned sabotage and attacks on military personnel, a volunteer organization, and infrastructure, with evidence including seized explosives and correspondence with handlers.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops struck energy and transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian army and enemy deployment sites over the past 24 hours. The ministry also claimed Ukrainian forces lost approximately 1,440 troops and destroyed a Leopard-2 tank.
Russian forces targeted Ukraine's energy and transport infrastructure, drone storage and launch sites, and temporary locations of Ukrainian troops and foreign mercenaries using aviation, drones, missiles, and artillery, according to the Ministry of Defense.
Russian forces struck Ukrainian energy and transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as well as drone launch sites and temporary bases for foreign mercenaries. The strikes were carried out by tactical aviation, drones, missile forces, and artillery.
Russian companies are prepared to invest in Indonesia's major transport infrastructure projects, particularly railways. Russia also proposed an agreement for delegating vessel inspection authority and noted a significant increase in air and maritime cargo traffic between the two nations.
Russia's Defense Ministry stated it targeted energy and transport infrastructure linked to the Ukrainian military in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and other regions.
Russia's Ministry of Defense stated that attacks targeted Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Dnipropetrovsk, as well as military-related energy and transport infrastructure across Ukraine.
Russia's Ministry of Defense reported widespread strikes using various missiles and drones on Ukrainian military command centers, air bases, and military industry sites in response to alleged Ukrainian attacks on civilian targets. Russian forces also targeted oil refineries, energy, and transport infrastructure. The ministry claimed significant Ukrainian military losses and the downing of numerous drones and missiles.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin suggests connecting the North-South International Transport Corridor with the Northern Sea Route to increase connectivity and integration into global supply chains.
Delhi's Urban Extension Road-II now features Multi Lane Free Flow tolling. This technology allows vehicles to pass without stopping. Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the system. This upgrade aims to improve connectivity for nearby villages and habitations. It also supports smoother urban traffic flow. This barrier-less tolling system is a significant step in modernizing India's transport infrastructure.
A small plane crashed on Monday in South Sudan near the capital Juba, killing all 13 passengers and the pilot, local officials said. On top of instability, conflict and poverty, South Sudan also lacks reliable transport infrastructure with frequent plane crashes attributed to overloading and bad weather. The plane was a Cessna that departed Juba International Airport at 9.15am local time and crashed about 20km (12 miles) from the capital with no survivors, the South Sudanese Civil Aviation...
Global maritime trade faces disruptions with the Strait of Hormuz closure impacting energy supplies. India is bolstering its maritime capabilities, investing heavily in port infrastructure like the Great Nicobar Island Project. This strategic move aims to enhance economic and military influence, securing trade routes and reducing reliance on foreign transhipment hubs.
The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section), a 4km dual two-lane carriageway linking North district in the New Territories with urban areas, will open May 3. The first major transport project under Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis initiative allows motorists to travel between Fanling Lung Yeuk Tau, Luen Wo Hui and Fanling Highway without passing through busy town centres, cutting peak-hour travel times by 10 minutes.
Ukraine has intensified its attacks on Russian, targeting its military and energy targets. Overnight drone strikes targeted two Russian landing ships in Sevastopol Bay of Crimea. The Tuapse oil refinery was also hit for the second time in a week. Russian officials confirmed damage to transport infrastructure at Tuapse port. One person was killed and another injured in the latest strike.
