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Pakistan, Malaysia agree to boost cooperation against terrorism, narcotics, cybercrime
Pakistan and Malaysia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in counterterrorism, counternarcotics, illegal immigration and cybercrime, with the two countries also deciding to establish a joint working…
Market tales: Exploring Bengaluru’s centres of trade
In this six-part series, The Hindu takes stock of prominent markets in Bengaluru, reviewing the existing infrastructure and progress of redevelopment plans.
After Israel's annihilation of Gaza, can I ever return home?
After Israel's annihilation of Gaza, can I ever return home? Submitted by Bahzad al Akhras on Wed, 08/12/2026 - 17:30 The destruction of my family's house was not simply a loss of walls or furniture. It was the erasure of a place that once held our lives together A boy sweeps through the rubble of a building destroyed in an Israeli…
- Bahzad's family home in Gaza was destroyed, erasing a sense of belonging.
- The annihilation shattered Bahzad's certainty of returning home, psychologically.
- Home is defined as a feeling of security, belonging, and connection to memories.
'Nyaya-Nomics' Key To Economic Growth: CJI Surya Kant At BRICS+ Legal Forum | VIDEO
New Delhi, August 22, 2026: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday called for “Nyaya-nomics”, or the economics of justice, arguing that strong and dependable judicial institutions are essential for sustained economic growth.
Two years after opening, Vijayanagar’s underground air-conditioned bazaar still awaits vendors
Modelled on Delhi’s Palika Bazaar, the underground market in the city was built at a cost of ₹13 crore and has 79 shops, several of which have air conditioning
Rojales Invests Almost €500,000 in Market Renovation
Rojales Town Council has launched a €486,955 project to modernise the municipal Mercado de Abastos and resolve the persistent leaks affecting the building.
- Rojales Town Council invests €486,955 in Mercado de Abastos renovation
- Project includes roof replacement, interior renovation, and LED lighting
- Work scheduled for four months starting August 26
Yadgir submits ₹287.7-crore proposal to Karnataka government seeking approval for underground drainage project
Speaking to The Hindu, Deputy Commissioner Rahul Pandve stressed that Yadgir’s rapid population growth necessitates major infrastructural upgrades, particularly in sewage management.
Car plunges from bridge onto Madrid train tracks, halting commuter trains
A car dropped from a road bridge straight onto the railway lines next to Fuenlabrada Cercanias station, on the outskirts […]
US company sues woman over her 1-Star review on Google, claims defamation
Starr Manufacturing Inc. has sued Julie Watson for defamation following her one-star Google review, which claimed the company faced quality issues.
'New GK For Me': Mahua Moitra Mixes Up Manipur And Arunachal Pradesh In Major Faux Pas
New Delhi: What was supposed to be a supportive shoutout to the little viral girl from Arunachal Pradesh, who had responded firmly to people not to call her "Chinese" and that she was Indian, ended up…
Strait of Hormuz traffic this week was 20% of pre-war average, though US says “oil is flowing”
The number of ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz rose 27 percent in the past week, according to a CNN analysis of figures from the UK Maritime Trade Operations center (UKMTO), which recorded 103…
- Traffic through Strait of Hormuz at 20% of pre-war average
- US Navy facilitates 15 million barrels of oil transport
- Omani route carries 80% of liquids in strait
Iran: Trump’s economic threat paves the way for “return to full-scale classic colonialism”
Iran pushed back on US President Donald Trump’s threat of an “economic D-Day,” calling it “a recipe for an abysmal return to full-scale classic colonialism.” Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson…
- Trump's economic threat likened to "economic D-Day"
- Iranian spokesperson calls it "full-scale classic colonialism"
- US sanctions declared as "extraterritorial sovereignty"
Man assaults over 90-year-old aunt over witchcraft allegations in Navrongo
A 45-year-old man, identified as Apana Awasiaku, has allegedly subjected his over 90-year-old aunt, Atima Alugu, to a brutal physical assault in Biu, a suburb of Navrongo in the Upper East Region.
Goods worth millions of naira destroyed in railway complex fire incident in Ibadan
Goods, household items and other properties worth millions of naira have been destroyed in a fire that ravaged some shops at the Nigerian Railway shopping complex in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The fire affected three shops within the complex located along the Aleshinloye market road, Ibadan.
CJI Surya Kant Hails Justice Sanjay Karol’s Empathy, Leadership And Commitment To Litigants On Farewell
New Delhi, August 22, 2026: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday paid glowing tributes to Justice Sanjay Karol on his last day in office, praising a judicial career defined by empathy, patience and a strong commitment to the law and litigants.
Orwellian UK government pamphlet contradicts police on photography law. Imagine if Martin Parr had been prevented from taking photos in public…
UK government brochure tells asylum seekers they “could be arrested” if they photograph people in public, even though the Metropolitan Police says otherwise
America’s murder rate hasn’t been this low in 70 years
A few things are certain in life: death, taxes, LeBron James playing professional basketball — and Americans’ belief that crime is getting worse.
Political Flags Flew Outside Couple’s Texas Home for Years—Then Came a Note
A Texas couple's flag-filled yard sparked an unexpected exchange when a neighbor reached out across the political divide.
Habib Jalib’s Daughter Forced to Sell Homemade Food on Lahore Streets
Tahira Habib Jalib, daughter of legendary Pakistani poet Habib Jalib, has turned to selling homemade food from a roadside cart … Read More The post Habib Jalib’s Daughter Forced to Sell Homemade Food on Lahore Streets appeared first on ProPakistani .
CJI praises Justice Karol’s patience, courtesy as judge bids SC farewell
Justice Karol thanked the Bar for their support and stated that his greatest privilege has been to fulfill the constitutional promise entrusted to him
Toobu says Big Push road works on N12 will curb robberies
On the second day of their tour of the Big Push road projects, the Upper West Parliamentary Caucus, led by Daffiama-Bussie-Issa MP, Dr.
Amotekun loses 2 officers in ambush attack
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, has confirmed the death of two of its officers following an ambush attack by suspected criminal elements in Akure North Local…
Ukraine destroys Russian Su-24M bomber in occupied Crimea
Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian Su-24M aircraft and four pieces of airfield equipment at the Saky military airfield in Russian-occupied Crimea, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Aug. 22.
North Korea boosts support for Russia to include drone operators, Ukraine says
Kyiv — A new wave of North Korean troops, already numbering 8,500 in Russia, contains a drone unit that could attack targets inside Ukraine, according to a senior Ukrainian intelligence official. North Korea, who signed a NATO-style mutual defense pact with Russia two years ago, has been sending troops to assist Moscow’s military…
APC chairman slumps, dies during reconciliation meeting in Kogi
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Oyewole Mayowa Solomon, has died. Solomon reportedly collapsed on Friday during a reconciliation meeting at Iyara, the headquarters of Ijumu LGA.
Man leaves young son on Mount Fuji before ascending Japan’s highest peak
Boy, seven, had complained of feeling tired so father left him with snacks and a soft drink and continued his climb A man who abandoned his seven-year-old son on Mount Fuji in Japan after the boy complained of feeling tired while on a family hike has been reprimanded by local police.
Hit by Trump tariffs, Quebec loses appetite for quick separation from Canada
US president Donald Trump's threats to make Canada the 51st state and tariff policies have spurred Canadian patriotism in Quebec, a province that has threatened to break away.
FULL LIST: Nigeria, 74 others spared as US judge strikes down visa ban
A US judge has struck down the Trump administration’s policy suspending immigrant visas for 75 countries, including Nigeria.
Elderly man, neighbour trapped on 14th‑floor ledge rescued unharmed by Penang firefighters
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 22 — Two men, including a 78-year-old senior citizen, had a frightening experience when they were...
Kim announces audit of construction of National Military Memorial Cemetery
Ukraine’s Minister for Veterans Affairs Vitaliy Kim announced an audit of the construction of the National Military Memorial Cemetery.
Amit Shah Vows Permanent Political Settlement For Bengal's Darjeeling Hills
Issues related to the problems of the hill community, their demand for a distinct identity, constitutional status and political solution were discussed in detail during the meeting.
'Manan Mishra will remain president as long as...': BCI chief hits back at critics, refuses to resign
BCI chief Manan Kumar Mishra has refused to resign despite calls from co-chairman YR Sadasiva Reddy, rejecting allegations of financial and administrative irregularities.
Drone Violates Moldovan Airspace Amid Russian Attacks on Ukraine
The Moldovan Ministry of Defense reported that a drone, preliminarily identified as a Shahed-138 (Geran-3), illegally entered Moldovan airspace early on Aug. 22. The drone crossed from Ukraine’s Odesa region near Krutoyarivka, flew toward the Moldovan village of Caplani for approximately 17 minutes, and then returned to Ukrainian…
Harvard, NYU to come to India next year? Sergio Gor says top US universities ‘interested' amid ‘demand’: What he said
Several top American universities, including Harvard and NYU, are considering establishing campuses in India due to high demand from Indian students, according to US Ambassador Sergio Gor at a recent forum.
Surat Thani seeks visa revocation for Israeli, French nationals over Palestinian flag dispute
Security officials in Surat Thani are seeking the visa revocation and deportation of two foreign nationals following a personal dispute on Koh Samui that began over a Palestinian flag and has since escalated into threats and concerns over its impact on tourism.
World Bank bans eCitizen-linked Webmasters for 5 years over Somalia contracts
The World Bank has barred Webmasters Kenya Ltd and its chief executive officer James Ayugi from participating in World Bank-financed projects for a minimum of five years after finding them liable for fraudulent and obstructive practices linked to contracts in Somalia.
Thuringia: Before a vote of no confidence – Voigt re-elected as CDU state leader
Thuringia's CDU Prime Minister Mario Voigt must face a vote of no confidence by the AfD in the state parliament next week. A CDU party conference has now given the 49-year-old support.
Coalition: Before no-confidence vote – Voigt re-elected as CDU state leader
Thuringia's CDU Prime Minister Mario Voigt must face a vote of no confidence by the AfD in the state parliament next week. A CDU party conference has now given the 49-year-old support.
NSC blocks Datasonic takeover, vows to shield MyKad and passport identity under strict oversight
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 22 — The Madani Government does not plan to buyout Datasonic Technologies Sdn Bhd (DTSB), a company...
Wrong-way crash survivor can't believe it happened again
A woman seriously injured in a wrong-way motorway crash three years ago has said the M9 collision last weekend has "brought it all back" for her.
Kikuyu Jitume Centre to boost digital skills, innovation in Kiambu
Kenya’s digital agenda Thursday received a boost following the groundbreaking of the Kikuyu Jitume Centre of Excellence (CoE) Kiambu County.
Germany pledges additional 50 million euros in humanitarian aid to Ukraine ahead of winter
Germany will also provide an additional 10 million euros ($11.6 million) to NATO's Comprehensive Assistance Package for decentralized energy supplies for the military, equipment for military…
Inside Trump’s remake of the White House Rose Garden. First a stone patio, then statues
- White House Rose Garden replaced with white stone patio
- Statues of America's founders added to renovated garden
- Jefferson statue gifted by George Lundeen
CAN commends Kefas over peace, free education youths empowerment in Taraba
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Taraba State chapter has commended Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas for his efforts to read more CAN commends Kefas over peace, free education youths…
Sky Train case: Solomon Asamoah challenges no-case ruling at Supreme Court
The criminal case involving Solomon Asamoah and Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi, former Chief Executive Officer and Board Chairman, respectively, of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund over the abandoned…
Supreme Court Keeps Trump Ballroom Work Going
Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily allowed construction of President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom to continue while the Supreme Court considers whether to grant a longer stay, after lower…
Why is Trump warming up to North Korea's Kim while turning up pressure on South Korea
Trump is seeking to revive diplomacy with Kim Jong Un while pressuring ally South Korea, reflecting his transactional approach to alliances and changing US priorities.
Intelligence: Putin ordered secret biolab built on island, so protected that fishing is banned, and its own guards fear infection
Ukraine's military intelligence says Russia runs a secret biolab complex in Tver Oblast, an inversion of Russia's own false claims about Ukraine.
ANC names Chikane, Morero and Masuku as potential Johannesburg mayoral candidates
The African National Congress (ANC) has announced veteran Frank Chikane, City of Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero and deputy mayor Loyiso Masuku as potential mayoral candidates for the city ahead of the…
Stray dogs kill man in Kiambu County
A man was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs while walking home in Gathunguti Village, Kabete, Kiambu County, sparking calls for urgent intervention by local authorities.
- Man killed by stray dogs in Kiambu County.
- Victim Kimani attacked before alarm raised.
- Residents demand urgent action from authorities.
Gujranwala Man Takes Rs. 4 Crore from Australian Transgender in Fake Marriage Scam
Police in Gujranwala have registered a case against a man and his father after an Australian-born transgender person alleged that … Read More The post Gujranwala Man Takes Rs.
I’ll open the door for aggrieved NPP members to return – Boakye Agyarko
Former Energy Minister and New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairmanship aspirant, Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko, has pledged to unite the party and bring back disgruntled members if elected National…
Sybiha: Achieving Lasting Peace Is Possible Only with Europe’s Participation
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called for peace efforts to be intensified as much as possible during the new political season, with no pauses in the negotiation process and a focus on ending…
HK woman, 33, dies after being mauled by 30kg dog at animal shelter she ran
The dog had been brought in for adoption.
Kindiki slams opposition over lies, lack of agenda
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the Kenya Kwanza administration is ready to defend its track record as President William Ruto seeks a second term in the 2027 General Election. Kindiki said the government will confront its opponents by highlighting the development projects and reforms implemented since taking office in 2022, arguing…
PMDC Announces 2026 NRE Date
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has announced the registration schedule for NRE Step 1 in 2026. The online … Read More The post PMDC Announces 2026 NRE Date appeared first on ProPakistani .