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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte allege his involvement in the killings of at least 76 people while he was president and earlier a southern mayor, the International Criminal Court has revealed.The first charge cites 19 victims killed while Duterte was mayor of Davao City between 2013 and around 2016. The second involves 14 who died in targeted killings between 2016 and 2017 when Duterte was president. The third cited the killings of 43 people during so-called “clearance operations” between 2016 and 2018. The redacted charges were made public Monday…

The highly anticipated Kantara Chapter 1 trailer receives massive praise as Rishabh Shetty opens up about his life-risking journey and the making of this cinematic phenomenon.The Kantara Chapter 1 trailer has finally released, surpassing expectations and generating a massive sensation across India. In a first-time press meet, the film’s cast and crew, led by Divine Star Rishabh Shetty, shared intimate details of the filmmaker’s journey, including life-threatening challenges faced during production.Also Read:Karnataka High Court stays government order on ₹200 uniform cinema ticket priceKantara, which captivated the nation with its earlier installment, promises to depict divine power, devotion, and the people’s…

Thiruvananthapuram: Two days after the LDF government held the Global Ayyappa Devotee Conclave in Pampa, Pathanamthitta district, where the Sabarimala temple is located, pitching it as a global pilgrimage centre and an inclusive space, another conference was organised Monday as a counter to the government’s event by the Sabarimala Karma Samithi and BJP to “protect” the temple.Sabarimala Karma Samithi is an umbrella organisation that opposes women’s entry into the temple. The event was inaugurated by former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai, and was attended by the party’s Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya, Kerala unit chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar, and other…

Sandalwood producers raise concerns as HC suspends state’s fixed ticket price order, citing potential losses for big-budget films.The Karnataka High Court has stayed the state government’s order to fix a uniform cinema ticket price of ₹200 across all theatres. The order, issued by the Siddaramaiah-led government, faced opposition from the film industry concerned about potential financial losses for big-budget Sandalwood productions.Also Read:Cyber fraud attempt targets Sudha Murthy: Caller impersonated telecom officialFor decades, the Kannada film industry has debated uniform ticket pricing to curb exorbitant rates for foreign films and ensure accessibility. The government attempted to enforce a standard ticket price…

Dengue fever cases surge in Vietnam’s capital Hanoi Hanoi, Sep 23 (IANS) Vietnam’s capital Hanoi has reported a sharp rise in dengue fever cases, with 258 new infections recorded from September 12 to 19, up from 190 cases in the previous week, local media reported. According to the Hanoi Centre for Disease Control, the city has identified 19 new outbreak clusters, bringing the total number of active hotspots to 33. Since the beginning of 2025, Hanoi has recorded 1,884 cases of dengue fever, down 42 per cent compared to the same period in 2024, reports Xinhua, quoting Vietnam News Agency.…

Sudan violence rages on as humanitarians battle cholera outbreak in Darfur: UN United Nations, Sep 23 (IANS) UN humanitarians reported a sharp deterioration in the humanitarian situation in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, while the United Nations and its partners battle a cholera outbreak across western Darfur. “Deadly attacks and fresh displacement compound the suffering of civilians,” said the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). “The violence continues to have a devastating impact on humanitarian response efforts.” The International Organisation for Migration said that about 7,500 people on Thursday and Friday fled the Abu Shouk…

South Korea: Ex-President Yoon’s bail hearing set for Friday Seoul, Sep 23 (IANS) A Seoul court will hold a hearing on former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s request for bail later this week, legal sources said on Tuesday. The hearing will be held at the Seoul Central District Court at 10:30 a.m. Friday after Yoon filed for bail last week, citing his right to defend himself and issues with his health. Yoon has been in custody since July when special counsel Cho Eun-suk’s team placed him under arrest a second time on charges related to his failed imposition of…

May new year usher in peace, prosperity: Prez Murmu’s ‘Rosh Hashanah’ greetings to Israel New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conveyed warm ‘Rosh Hashanah’ greetings to her Israeli counterpart, Isaac Herzog, and to the global Jewish community, marking the beginning of the Jewish New Year. The festival, which is observed with prayers, traditional meals, and customs symbolising renewal and peace, holds deep cultural significance. In a post on X, President Murmu wrote, “Excellency Isaac Herzog, on behalf of the Government and people of India, I convey heartfelt Rosh Hashanah greetings to you and the Jewish community.…

As India gears up for their first home assignment of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, the selection drama surrounding Karun Nair and the possible inclusion of Devdutt Padikkal has dominated discussions. With the BCCI set to announce the squad for the two-match series against the West Indies, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the lineup that could define India’s red-ball strategy at home. Karun Nair’s Second Chance Falls Short Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Karun Nair’s much-hyped return to international cricket during the England tour failed to ignite the promise fans had hoped for. The 33-year-old scored just…

Trump party leader’s ‘False Hindu God’ remark on Texas Hanuman statue sparks outrage Washington, Sep 23 (IANS) A Texas Republican leader has stirred controversy over remarks he made about a 90-foot statue of Lord Hanuman, installed in Sugar Land, Texas, known as the ‘Statue of Union’, which stands on the premises of the Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple and is one of the tallest Hindu monuments in the US. Alexander Duncan, a Republican figure in Texas and reportedly affiliated with the party of President Donald Trump, took to social media platform X to voice his objection to the statue. “Why are we…