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G4 reaffirms strong support for Common African Position’s permanent membership in UNSC New York, Sep 27 (IANS) The Group of Four (G4) countries have reaffirmed their strong support for the ‘Common African Position (CAP)’ as enshrined in the ‘Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration’. A Common African Position (CAP) is the African Union’s (AU) unified strategic framework and collective voice for addressing global issues, advocating for Africa’s priorities, and influencing international negotiations. This position, known as the Ezulwini Consensus, highlights Africa’s exclusion from the UN’s permanent membership, advocating for at least two permanent seats for Africa on the Security Council.…

“Why didn’t you hang him till now?” Justice Sandeep Mehta of the Supreme Court asked Additional Solicitor General K M Nataraj Wednesday when hearing Babbar Khalsa militant Balwant Singh Rajoana’s petition for commutation of his death penalty to life term on the ground of delay in the decision on his mercy plea.While Rajoana’s execution was not a straightforward affair back in March 2012, given the political dynamics in Punjab, it is perhaps even more politically complicated now. Rajoana was the backup bomber to Dilawar Singh — both of them were police constables — who blew himself up at the entrance…

The Karnataka High Court directs the Centre to provide necessary travel documents for a Russian woman and her two children, allowing them to return home after overstaying in India.In a notable ruling, the Karnataka High Court has directed the Central Government to facilitate the return of Russian national Nina Kutina and her two children to Russia. The order came after the family, found in Gokarna caves, had overstayed in India despite visa expiry.Also Read:33-year-old man marries former classmate’s 54-year-old mother, becomes grandfather-in-lawThe bench, led by Justice B.M. Shyam Prasad, considered an application by Israeli national Dror Shlomo Goldstein, claiming guardianship…

Sri Lanka’s rising star Pathum Nissanka made history in the Asia Cup 2025 by becoming only the third cricketer to score a T20I century in the tournament, joining the elite company of Virat Kohli and Babar Hayat. His brilliant innings of 107 runs showcased his class and composure under pressure. The Century Nissanka’s innings came at a crucial stage, guiding Sri Lanka through a challenging chase. His century was marked by aggressive strokeplay, smart running between the wickets, and several towering boundaries. This effort not only added personal milestones to his record but also highlighted his role as a dependable…

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay urges UNSC reform, backs permanent seats for India, Japan New York, Sep 27 (IANS) In a significant statement at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay reiterated his country’s firm support for comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), specifically advocating for the inclusion of India and Japan as permanent members to reflect contemporary global realities. Delivering Bhutan’s address to the General Assembly, Prime Minister Tobgay emphasised the need for the United Nations to evolve into a body that is not only representative but also results-oriented.…

The Karnataka High Court on Friday permitted the Union Government to issue documents to allow a Russian woman and her two minor daughters found living in a cave in Karnataka to return home. The case was heard by a single-judge bench of Justice B M Shyam Prasad based on a petition by the Israeli father of the children. The woman, Nina Kutina, had been found on July 11 in a cave in the Ramatirtha Hills in Kumta Taluk near Gokarna. The woman and the children did not possess any valid documents to stay in India, and had been living in…

Hindu community in Bangladesh demands year-round protection amid attacks on temples Dhaka, Sep 27 (IANS) Hindu community leaders in Bangladesh have demanded year-round protection for religious minorities and their places of worship, not just a five-day protection during the Durga Puja, local media reported. Addressing a press conference in Dhaka, the leaders stated that incidents of temple and idol vandalism had already been reported from 13 districts across the country. These attacks occurred amid preparations for the largest religious festival of the Hindu minorities in Bangladesh to be celebrated nationwide from September 28 to October 2. These violent incidents highlight…

India joins elite nations manufacturing homegrown telecom equipment as BSNL launches 4G network and 97,500 towers, boosting Digital India and rural connectivity.In a landmark step for India’s telecom sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated BSNL’s indigenously developed 4G stack on Saturday, placing India among a select group of nations manufacturing its own telecom equipment.Also Read:Orchids International School faces flak for running without mandatory approvals in BengaluruCoinciding with the silver jubilee of BSNL, the PM also commissioned more than 97,500 mobile towers, including 92,600 4G sites, built at a cost of around Rs 37,000 crore using homegrown technology. The cloud-based network…

In a rare love story from Japan, a younger man tied the knot with his classmate’s mother, overcoming age gap objections and winning over family with gestures of commitment.Love knows no age, and a remarkable example has emerged from Shizuoka, Japan. Isamu Tomioka, 33, recently married Midori, 54, the mother of his former classmate, creating headlines for the unusual age gap and family dynamics.Also Read:Orchids International School faces flak for running without mandatory approvals in BengaluruIsamu first met Midori during school parent-teacher meetings while attending classes with his friend. Over the years, their paths crossed occasionally, but a strong connection…

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has spoken about the team’s mindset and preparations ahead of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which begins on September 30. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the tournament marks a historic run for the Women in Blue, who will begin their campaign against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium. Leading the side into her fifth World Cup, the 36-year-old Harmanpreet acknowledged the enormous expectations from fans but insisted the team is focused on playing with freedom. ALSO READ – Pakistan’s Shoaib Akhtar Calls ‘Abhishek Sharma’ As ‘Abhishek Bachchan’ On Live TV, Actor’s Reply Wins…