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Abhishek Sharma reclaims No. 1 spot in T20I batter rankings; Marco Jansen tops Test bowling, all-rounder charts

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:34:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): India's Abhishek Sharma has reclaimed the No.1 spot in the ICC Men's T20I batter rankings following a series-clinching century against New Zealand, while South Africa's Marco Jansen has risen to the top of the Test bowling and all-rounder rankings for the first time in his career.

Abhishek returned to the summit after a blistering performance in the third T20I against New Zeal

Russia ready to play part in 'second awakening' of Africa - Lavrov

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:15:09 GMT

Moscow is seeking new partnerships in business and other sectors to strengthen economic ties, the Russian foreign minister has said

Russia is ready to expand cooperation with African countries and regional organizations through new partnerships in business and other sectors, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said.&nb

Sterling Oil acquires Eni's Nigerian unit, adds 5% stake in Renaissance oil and gas venture

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:33:31 GMT

Abuja [Nigeria], October 28 (ANI): Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO), owned by the Sandesara family, has acquired Italian energy major Eni's Nigerian subsidiary Agip Energy and Natural Resources (Nigeria) Limited (AENR), adding a 5 per cent participating interest in the Renaissance joint venture, one of Nigeria's major onshore and shallow-water oil and gas partnerships.

Eni announced

APSEZ Q2 consolidated revenue up 24% to Rs 11,340 crore, driven by growth across all businesses

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:03:05 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) reported a 24 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase in consolidated revenue to Rs 11,340 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, alongside a 23 per cent rise in EBITDA to Rs 6,807 crore.

According to an Adani media release, consolidated profit after tax (PAT) grew 18 per cent YoY to Rs 3,682 crore during the q

"I ended eight wars": Trump reiterates claim to have ended India-Pak conflict

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:00:59 GMT

Texas [US], October 28 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) claimed that he helped end the India-Pakistan conflict by allegedly threatening to impose 250 per cent tariffs on both countries, reiterating that he used trade as leverage to prevent further escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.

Addressing supporters at a midterm election rally in Corpus Christi, Texas, Trump said fi

Russia-Africa Summit: Putin set to address gathering of African leaders in Moscow

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:51:31 GMT

Russian President Vladimir Putin will address a business forum and meet visiting counterparts as the two-day gathering gets underway

Moscow is the stage for two busy days of diplomacy as African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries gather for the third Russia-Africa summit on October 28-29.

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Putin addresses gathering of African leaders in Moscow: Russia-Africa Summit

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:51:31 GMT

Dozens of delegations are in the Russian capital to attend events on trade, energy, media and education links

Moscow is the stage for two busy days of diplomacy as African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries gather for the third Russia-Africa summit on October 28-29.

Day one opens with discussi

"A lot of things that haven't felt right": Starc reveals bowling concerns before Cape Town heroics

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:31:53 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 28 (ANI): Australia seamer Mitchell Starc revealed that he 'haven't felt right through' the ongoing South Africa Test series, prompting him to review footage from the Durban Test and compare his bowling action with clips from the Ashes.

After analysing the footage with assistant coach James Franklin, head coach Andrew McDonald and his wife, Starc found no significant techni

Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe by 37 runs in 1st T20I as Ijaz Ahmadzai, Rashid Khan shine

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:58:54 GMT

Sharjah [UAE], October 28 (ANI): Afghanistan opened their T20I series against Zimbabwe with a convincing 37-run victory in the first match in Sharjah at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Tuesday night.

Afghanistan posted 177 before dismissing the visitors for 140 in 19.1 overs to seal the match by 37 runs.

Ijaz Ahmadzai and Rashid Khan starred with the bat, helping Afghanistan recover from an early

BOTSWANA-GABORONE-MINING SHOW

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:46:17 GMT

(261027) -- GABORONE, Oct. 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Botswana's Minister for State President, Defense and Security Moeti Mohwasa speaks at the official opening of the Botswana Mining Show in Gaborone, Botswana, Oct. 27, 2026. Botswana's mining sector must be a catalyst for broader national transformation, extending beyond the extraction of minerals to the empowerment of people, said Botswana's Minister for State President,

Abdullah bin Zayed, South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation discuss bilateral ties, regional developments

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:37:40 GMT

ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation in support of the development priorities of both friendly countries during a phone call with Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa.

The two sides also exchanged views on var

Lavrov gives interview to African media

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:16:07 GMT

The Russian foreign minister has spoken with the continent's journalists ahead of the third Russia-Africa summit in Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov gave an interview to executives from African media outlets in Moscow on Tuesday, ahead of the third Russia-Africa summit.

The interview took place dur

Being in WTC top four is inspiring: Bangladesh captain Shanto ahead of West Indies Tests

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:04:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has described his team's position in the top four of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings as a source of inspiration rather than pressure ahead of their home Test series against the West Indies, according to Cricinfo.

Bangladesh currently sit fourth in the WTC standings and have an outside chance of finishing in the top two. They

West trying to undermine Russia-Africa cooperation - Moscow

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:04:40 GMT

Maria Zakharova has warned that outside interference in media and cultural exchange risks deepening global inequality

Russia and African nations must work together to counter attempts by Western countries to undermine cooperation in the information sphere, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on T

Uganda Parliament speaker Oboth hails PM Modi's cooperation, says Indian community may gain Indigenous recognition

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:03:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Uganda Parliament Speaker Marksons Jacob Oboth on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cooperation with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, describing India-Uganda relations as being at their best, while highlighting plans to recognise the Indian community as an indigenous group in Uganda's Constitution.

Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the 12th BRICS Parliam

Russia-Africa summit 3.0: African leaders arrive in Moscow (VIDEOS)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:35:05 GMT

Visiting delegations received ceremonial welcomes ahead of meetings with President Vladimir Putin and engagements with businesses and diaspora communities

African leaders and senior delegations continue to arrive in Moscow ahead of the third Russia-Africa summit, with the presidents of Eritrea, Equatorial Guinea, and

CEMEC, JAHEZIYA launch Middle East and North Africa Disaster Medicine Programme

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:15:33 GMT

SAN MARINO, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The European Centre for Disaster Medicine (CEMEC), based in the Republic of San Marino, in collaboration with the UAE National Medical Preparedness and Response Programme (JAHEZIYA), announced the launch of the Middle East and North Africa Disaster Medicine Programme (MENA Disaster Medicine Programme), a joint international initiative aimed at strengthening national medical prepa

Diebold Nixdorf India Secures Great Place To Work Certification for Third Consecutive Year

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:03:38 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27: Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in transforming the way people bank and shop, has secured the Great Place To Work 2026 Certification in India for the third consecutive year. The recognition reflects the company's continued commitment to building a positive workplace culture focused on employee trust, collaboration and professional development.

Achieving the ce

ICC Women's Rankings: Harmanpreet, Deepti advance following 2nd ODI centuries against Zimbabwe; Smriti loses top spot

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:03:12 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 27 (ANI): A host of white-ball stars from India have been the big winners on the latest update to the ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings. India have already clinched the three-game ICC Women's Championship series in Vadodara against Zimbabwe following consecutive victories in the opening two matches, with the side receiving strong contributions from a variety of their best players.

In the second

Steve Smith ruled out of 3rd Test against Proteas with neck injury as Australia make four changes

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:01:14 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 27 (ANI): Australia have suffered a major setback ahead of the third and final Test against South Africa, with Steve Smith ruled out of the series decider due to a neck injury.

Smith experienced neck stiffness during Australia's match-eve training session and was scheduled to undergo a fitness test ahead of the crucial encounter. However, the experienced batter was left out of th

IPL 2027: CSK appoint Albie Morkel, Gareth Batty, Mohit Sharma as assistant coaches under head coach Zaheer Khan

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:26 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 27 (ANI): Albie Morkel, Gareth Batty and Mohit Sharma have been appointed assistant coaches of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027.

The trio will work under newly appointed head coach Zaheer Khan as the franchise revamps its coaching staff following Stephen Fleming's appointment as England's men's Test head coach.

Several long-s

"People-centric leadership" key to tackling global challenges: Uganda MP Ssenyonyi at BRICS Parliamentary Forum

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:59:59 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Leadership must focus on people's interests to help countries develop and address challenges such as poverty, governance issues and terrorism, Uganda MP Joel Ssenyonyi said on Tuesday on the second day of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi.

Speaking on the concluding day of the forum, Ssenyonyi described the gathering as an important platform for member and partne

Western media pushing anti-Russian propaganda in Africa - expert

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:58:52 GMT

Western broadcasters have shifted their focus away from development projects toward criticizing Moscow, Mayya Nikolskaya told RT

Western media outlets are increasingly spreading anti-Russian narratives in Africa, Mayya Nikolskaya has told RT.

Speaking ahead of the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, head of a

Africa is more than its crises, but the West won't let you see it

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:16:02 GMT

The real challenge is not just who reports Africa, but who sets the agenda and shapes how its stories are understood

When it comes to media in all its formats, Africa does not lack voices. It has thousands of newspapers, radio stations, television channels and digital platforms. What it often lacks is equal power to s

Putin to host 22 African leaders in Moscow

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:11:59 GMT

Delegations from 48 countries have confirmed they will take part, with 33 agreements and a new cooperation plan expected

Russian President Vladimir Putin will host 22 African leaders at the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow this week for talks spanning economic cooperation, energy, and global affairs, Kremlin aide Yury U

Nigeria, Uganda qualify for 2027 T20 WC Africa Regional final after thrilling finish

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:02:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Nigeria and Uganda have secured their places in the 2027 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final after finishing in the top two positions in Sub-Regional Qualifier C.

Nigeria booked their qualification dominantly, winning all five matches on home soil, while Uganda finished second with four victories. Both teams had confirmed their progression before facing each other in

Micro Labs Marks 53 Years of Growth, Building a Global Presence Through Quality and Innovation

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:32:21 GMT

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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 27: Micro Labs Limited, the Bengaluru-headquartered pharmaceutical company, marks five decades of operations with a presence in more than 50 countries, 17 manufacturing units, a workforce of 15,000 employees, and a portfolio of over 400 products. Privately held and family-run, the company has grown into one of India's top 20 pharmaceutical players, building it

Chile trade deal nearing conclusion; Canada negotiations gaining pace: Piyush Goyal

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:02:45 GMT

The Hague [Netherlands], October 27 (ANI): India's trade negotiations with Chile are nearing conclusion, while discussions with Canada are making good progress, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said, signalling the government's push to expand the country's trade partnerships and open up new markets for Indian goods and services.

Speaking at a press conference during his Netherlands visit on Monday, Goy

"Veto should not be an instrument of narrow political expediency": India at UN calls for comprehensive Security Council reforms

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:30:46 GMT

New York [US], October 27 (ANI): Reiterating its long-standing call for comprehensive reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), India has stated that the veto power held by the five permanent members (P5) must not be reduced to an instrument of narrow political expediency.

Delivering India's statement, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, emphasised that the privilege of t

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to host G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:57:38 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 27 (ANI): United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, from October 30 to 31 to host the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, the US Department of State said in an official statement.

During the two-day summit, Secretary Rubio will convene foreign ministers representing the world's leading economies to advance practical cooperation on key shared economic and

Why Africa needs Russia

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:48:42 GMT

Dmitry Trenin examines Russia-Africa relations, from energy and food supplies to security, education and cooperation in an emerging multipolar world

There were times, in the mid-to-late 20th century, when the Soviet Union was deeply engaged with Africa. It not only welcomed decolonization but actively promoted it and

Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026: India Women storm into semifinal as Men and Women both beat Nigeria

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:03:21 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 27 (ANI): India's men's and women's kabaddi teams both got the better of Nigeria on Monday at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026, being held at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad.

The women's team won 38-10 to book their semifinal spot, while the men's team followed with a 50-23 victory. It was the fourth win of the championship for both sides.

"Whatever we do as parliaments should be people-centric": Ugandan MP Joel Ssenyonyi at BRICS Parliamentary Forum

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:02:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Highlighting the vital imperative for legislative bodies to remain directly accountable to their citizens, Ugandan Member of Parliament Joel Ssenyonyi underscored that global groupings like BRICS serve as an essential foundation for nations to connect, share ideas, and elevate leadership standards.

Speaking with ANI on the sidelines of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, Sseny

"Hoping there'll be a declaration tomorrow": Shashi Tharoor on BRICS parliamentary forum

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:34:31 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday expressed hope that the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum would adopt a joint declaration on Tuesday, saying efforts were underway to build consensus among participating countries.

Speaking to reporters, Tharoor said the parliamentary forum could follow the example of the 18th BRICS Summit, where member nations unanimously adopted the New Delh

AFRICA-CHINA-PHOTO EXHIBITION-TAIWAN'S RESTORATION TO CHINA

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:23:39 GMT

(261026) -- NAIROBI, Oct. 26, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People visit a photo exhibition marking the 81st anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Oct. 24, 2026. TO GO WITH "Roundup: African countries host photo exhibition marking Taiwan's restoration to China" (Xinhua/Emmanuel Herman)

South Africa pacer Gerald Coetzee replaces injured Anrich Nortje for third Test against Australia

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:59:47 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 26 (ANI): Fast bowler Gerald Coetzee is set to return to Test cricket after almost two years after being named in South Africa's playing XI for the final match of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series against Australia, replacing injured Anrich Nortje.

Coetzee's return to the longest format comes after an absence of nearly two years, as South Africa prepares for

El Nino risks may push global food prices higher in 2027; full impact to emerge gradually: Report

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:58:51 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Global food prices could rise further in 2027 amid increasing fertilizer and farming costs, coupled with potential El Nino-related weather disruptions, with the impact likely to become more evident over the coming months, however, the full impact on food will take time to appear, according to a report by S&P Global.

The report warned that an exceptionally strong El Nino co

Captain Rahul Bali Honoured at 7th Odisha Tourism Conclave 2026 in Bhubaneswar

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:57:20 GMT

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Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], October 26: Filmmaker, Indian Army Veteran and International Film Festival curator Captain Rahul Bali was honoured at the 7th Odisha Tourism Conclave 2026, held on 23 October in Bhubaneswar, in recognition of his work at the intersection of cinema, international cultural diplomacy and destination promotion.

Organised by the Hotel & Restaurant Association of O

Alijah Arenas, No. 21 USC anxious to hit starting blocks vs. Milwaukee

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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No. 21 Southern California tips off a potentially pivotal 2026-27 season against Milwaukee on Nov. 2 in Los Angeles.

The Trojans enter the program's third season with Eric Musselman as head coach, looking to break through after missing the NCAA Tournament in the previous two campaigns. USC endured an eight-game losing streak to close 2025-26, a spell marred with injuries an

Cheteshwar Pujara picks current ODI World XI, leaves out Iyer, Brook

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:57:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has named his current ODI World XI ahead of the five-match series between India and New Zealand, leaving out India's T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav and England's white-ball captain Harry Brook, who recently smashed the fastest double century in ODI history.

Pujara named Indian batting heavyweightings Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as his pref

"Opportunity to showcase parliamentary diplomacy": Shashi Tharoor on role of MPs at BRICS Parliamentary Forum

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:57:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): As the national capital hosts foreign delegations for the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday highlighted the importance of parliamentary diplomacy, saying it provides an opportunity for MPs to engage with their counterparts in other countries through dialogue that is more informal than government-to-government meetings.

Speaking to the media,

'It's what we do as a team to prepare': Head coach Phil Simmons dismisses talk of chaos in Bangladesh camp

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:05:40 GMT

Mirpur [Bangladesh], October 26 (ANI): Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has dismissed suggestions of turmoil within the team following the removal of batting coach Mohammad Ashraful, insisting that the players remain focused on their upcoming two-Test series against West Indies.

'Is this the first time there's chaos before a match?' Simmons said ahead of the first Test, according to Cricinfo. 'Every series is i

Australia release Maddinson, Harper ahead of Cape Town Test; Smith faces fitness test

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:05:07 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 26 (ANI): Australia have released Nic Maddinson and Sam Harper from their Test squad to join their respective teams for the Sheffield Shield, while Steven Smith faces a fitness test ahead of the third and deciding Test against South Africa in Cape Town, reported Cricinfo.

Maddinson will return to Australia to represent New South Wales in their next Shield match, starting Friday,

Indian Olympic Association announces Indian contingent for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:04:34 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has announced the Indian contingent that will represent the country at the Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Senegal. India will be represented by 17 athletes across 11 sports.

For the young athletes selected, the Games offer an important opportunity to test themselves on the international stage, learn from competitors from aro

'I just really hope we can win more trophies': Aiden Markram shifts focus from personal records to team success

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:03:45 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 26 (ANI): South Africa opener Aiden Markram has put personal milestones and batting records aside, saying his priority is to contribute to victories as the Proteas target another World Test Championship (WTC) final and the 2027 ODI World Cup.

'There's no better feeling than winning, whether it's a final or just a normal game. That's sort of where I feel like I'm at. I don't have

(SP)THE NETHERLANDS-ROTTERDAM-ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS-WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS-WOMEN'S BALANCE BEAM

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:01:54 GMT

(261026) -- ROTTERDAM, Oct. 26, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Skye Blakely of the United States competes during the women's balance beam final at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships 2026 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Oct. 25, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

Russian Duma Chairman Volodin holds bilateral talks with Uganda, Cuba, Thailand counterparts at BRICS parliamentary forum

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:01:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Volodin, held bilateral discussions with his counterparts from Uganda, Cuba and Thailand on the sidelines of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi on Sunday.

In a post on X, the Russian Embassy said, "On October 25, on the sidelines of the 12th #BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New De

Rapidus and HCLTech announce partnership for next-generation semiconductor technologies

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:01:17 GMT

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Tokyo [Japan]/ Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 26: HCLTech (NSE: HCLTECH) (BSE: HCLTECH), a leading global technology company, and Rapidus Corporation, a Japanese company developing and manufacturing advanced logic semiconductors, today officially inaugurated two HCLTech development centers in India dedicated to sup

"Libya cannot remain a corridor for illegal migration": Trump

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:58:57 GMT

Washington [US] October 26 (ANI): US President Donald Trump praised the resilience of the Libyan people and their counter-terrorism cooperation with Washington, while firmly asserting that the North African nation must immediately cease serving as a primary transit route for illegal migration.

In a statement shared on Truth Social, Trump highlighted the shared sacrifices between the two nations in combating extre

(SP)CHINA-JIANGSU-SUZHOU-ISF-FOOTBALL WORLD CUP (CN)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:56:52 GMT

(261025) -- SUZHOU, Oct. 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Women's group 2nd-placed members of Germany react during the awarding ceremony at the 2026 International School Sport Federation (ISF) Football World Cup in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, Oct. 25, 2026. (Photo by Yang Suping/Xinhua)

Photo exhibition held in South Africa to mark 81st anniversary of Taiwan's restoration

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:53:40 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- A photo exhibition marking the 81st anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China was held on Saturday in South Africa's Johannesburg, under the theme "Remembering Taiwan's Restoration, Advancing National Reunification."

Chinese Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng said at the event that Taiwan's restoration is a great victory won through the fearless struggle and bloodshed of the C

Chinese firm's machinery aids rescue effort at Nairobi building collapse

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:53:36 GMT

NAIROBI, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- China's Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG) has joined rescue operations and helped rescue two people following the collapse of a multi-story building in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, a local police officer said on Sunday.

William Sifuna Watitwa, staff officer personnel for the Nairobi North sub-region, confirmed that XCMG provided an excavator and a 25-tonne crane to support searc

'Reflects their culture and their upbringing': BJP MP Mukesh Dalal slams Kharge over remarks against PM Modi

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:39:01 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Mukesh Dalal on Monday criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his remarks, alleging that the Congress leadership uses abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and that such conduct reflects the party's culture.

Reacting to Kharge's remarks, Dalal said, 'This is truly regrettable. These are Congress leaders

"Believed in my hard work": Deepti Sharma on ending 9-year ODI century drought

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:37:40 GMT

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], October 26 (ANI): India all-rounder Deepti Sharma was delighted to end an almost 10-year wait for an ODI century, producing a superb unbeaten knock against Zimbabwe in the ICC Women's Championship clash in Vadodara on Sunday.

Deepti struck the second ODI century of her illustrious career, scoring an unbeaten 106 to power India to a commanding 121-run victory at Kotambi Stadium and seal

PM Modi arrives at inauguration of 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum; welcomes foreign delegations

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:37:21 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived at the inauguration of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum and, on the sidelines of the Forum, welcomed foreign delegations from the BRICS forum partner countries.

Among the arriving foreign delegations, PM Modi also welcomed the Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, Vyacheslav Volodin,

"Most Tests feel like finals": Aussie keeper-batter Carey ahead of series decider against South Africa

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:34:40 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 26 (ANI): Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey expressed the importance of the upcoming Test matches ahead of the final Test against South Africa, with plenty of important ICC World Test Championship points at stake.

The Aussies head into the fixture sitting on top of the World Test Championship standings and with the number one ranking in Test cricket, but will lose both man

Surakshit India Awards 2026 Open Nominations

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:34:32 GMT

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New Delhi [India], October 26: IIRIS Consulting, India's foremost risk consulting organization in partnership with The Times of India have announced the opening of nominations for Surakshit India Awards 2026, the national level awards initiative for the Secure India Summit (TSIS 2026) organized by IIRIS Consulting and The Times of India Group.

For the second consecutive year, the awards will honor the

Members of Parliament welcome Foreign delegations for BRICS parliamentary forum

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:34:07 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Foreign delegations from the BRICS forum partner countries arrived at the Parliament complex in the national capital on Monday to attend the BRICS Parliamentary forum. The foreign dignitaries were given a warm welcome by the officials and the member of parliaments.

Delegations from Uganda, Cuba, Brazil, and Russia arrived at the Parliament complex. Russia and Brazil are

Russia helps Africa become stronger - Nasser's grandson

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:07:18 GMT

Moscow offers mutually beneficial cooperation without a colonial legacy, Gamal Abdel Nasser Jr. told RT

Russia is helping African nations strengthen their capabilities through cooperation that benefits both sides, Gamal Abdel Nasser Jr., chairman of the Nasser Foundation for Humanities and Development, has told RT.

The Russia-Africa summit 2026: What you need to know about building a multipolar world without the West

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:28:11 GMT

The presidents of Zimbabwe, Mali, and Mozambique have arrived in Moscow along with delegations from Senegal, Ghana and Uganda

Trade, sovereignty and peace are on the table as African leaders gather in Moscow this week for the third Russia-Africa summit.

Their participation comes despite what Russian Foreign Min

Russia-Africa summit 2026: What you need to know about building a multipolar world without the West

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:28:11 GMT

The presidents of Zimbabwe, Mali, and Mozambique have arrived in Moscow along with delegations from Senegal, Ghana, and Uganda

Trade, sovereignty and peace are on the table as African leaders gather in Moscow this week for the third Russia-Africa summit.

Their participation comes despite what Russian Foreign Mi

Russia-Africa Media Forum kicks off in Moscow (PHOTOS/VIDEO)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:03:13 GMT

More than 200 media professionals are gathering in the Russian capital

The Russia-Africa Media Forum has opened in Moscow, bringing together more than 200 participants from 46 African countries.

The gathering, which began on Monday, is being organized by RT in cooperation with the Sputnik and TASS news ag

Russia-Africa 2026: From summits to strategy

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:17:51 GMT

The upcoming summit is set to assess the impact and effectiveness of Russia's African policy since 2019

The Russia-Africa Summit taking place in Moscow on October 28-29 will be the third of its kind, and relations have undergone a great transformation since the first summit. Over the past seven years, permanent framew

"Must show leadership, not be spectator to global crises": EAM Jaishankar demands reformed multilateralism on occassion of UN Day

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:02:42 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday called on the United Nations to shed its passivity and undertake long-pending structural reforms at the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan on 'Non-Dualism for World Understanding' at Bharat Mandapam on the occasion of UN Day.

Jaishankar warned that the international community cannot remain helpless as bystander nations and

"Shithouse countries": Trump targets Senator Ossoff over Haiti bill, cites immigration from Libya, Yemen, Somalia

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 06:32:48 GMT

Georgia [US], October 25 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) targeted Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff over his support for a bill seeking temporary protected status for Haiti, reviving his controversial 'shithouse countries' remarks and citing Libya, Yemen, Haiti and Somalia.

Addressing a campaign rally in Perry, Georgia, for Republican candidates, he said, 'And John Ossoff personally sponsore

A butterfly in Yerevan highlights common ground on biodiversity

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 06:16:25 GMT

YEREVAN, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- A ribbon blending 23 colors forms a butterfly, with each hue representing one of the 23 targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF), adopted in 2022.

At the ongoing 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations (UN) Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) in Yerevan, the emblem appears on conference walls, delegates' lapel pins and th

(SP)THE NETHERLANDS-ROTTERDAM-GYMNASTICS-WOMEN'S UNEVEN BARS

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 03:02:09 GMT

(261025) -- ROTTERDAM, Oct. 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Giulia Perotti of Italy competes during the women's uneven bars final at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships 2026 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Oct. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

SACC 2026 highlights Middle East and Africa's animation potential

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:10:56 GMT

SHARJAH, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The Middle East and Africa could become important markets for the global animation industry, offering new creative perspectives and opportunities for international coproduction, according to Pietro Pinetti, CEO of Studio Bozzetto.

Speaking during a session titled International Coproductions Beyond the Idea at the Sharjah Animation and Comics Conference (SACC 2026), Pinetti sai

UFC 333: Alexander Volkanovski earns first finish since 2023, retains featherweight title

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:05:07 GMT

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Australia's Alexander Volkanovski made short work of Russia's Movsar Evloev in the closing seconds of Round 2 of their scheduled five-round fight. Volkanovski (29-4 MMA) secured a TKO with a right hand, followed by ground-and-pound, to retain his featherweight title.

The official time was 4:54, as the fight was called off with six seconds left to the jubilation of the Etihad Aren

India highlights role of NGT, independent judiciary in tackling climate change at UN

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:57:14 GMT

New York [US], October 25 (ANI): India has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing climate change through an approach rooted in equity, climate justice, and sustainable development, supported by a robust constitutional framework and an independent judiciary, at the United Nations General Assembly.

Delivering India's statement at the Third Committee of the UN General Assembly, Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of E

Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026: Indian men's, women's teams register wins over Uganda, Singapore

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:57:05 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 25 (ANI): India's Men's and Women's Kabaddi teams delivered impressive performances on Saturday, at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026, being held at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Naranpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The men's team defeated Uganda 44-30, while the women's team registered a dominant 32-16 victory over Singapore.

In the men's match, India

Nitish Kumar Reddy seeking experience, ready for all-rounder role ahead of World Cup 2027

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:03:45 GMT

Christchurch [New Zealand], October 24 (ANI): All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy expressed his readiness to continue chipping in as a full-fledged all-rounder and potentially partner superstar Hardik Pandya in the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa next year, saying that for him, the thing is about gaining more experience ahead of the showpiece tournament.

Nitish continued to prove his worth as a pace-bowling a

SOUTH AFRICA-JOHANNESBURG-DAREDEVIL RUN-CANCER PREVENTION & TREATMENT

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:35:05 GMT

(261024) -- JOHANNESBURG, Oct. 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 23, 2026 shows participants taking part in the 2026 Daredevil Run in Johannesburg, South Africa. The 2026 Daredevil Run, a charity run event aiming at raising public awareness of cancer prevention and treatment, kicked off in various parts of South Africa on Friday. More than 1,000 participants completed this running event in Johann

Kenya looks to India's irrigation, rice processing models to boost domestic production

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:33:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): Kenya is looking to adopt India's irrigation practices, rice varieties and agro-processing models to increase domestic production and reduce its dependence on imports, while Oman has highlighted India's role as a reliable rice supplier, officials and industry representatives said on the sidelines of the Bharat International Rice Conference 2026.

Stephen Nyaga, Senior Economist

AEEDC Dubai named Guest of Honour at 24th International & African Congress of AMPBD in Marrakech

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:47:48 GMT

DUBAI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai) is participating as the Guest of Honour at the 24th International and African Congress of the (AMPBD), taking place in Marrakech, Morocco, from 22 to 25 October 2026, under the theme "Modern Dentistry in the Service of the Patient".

AEEDC Dubai's participation in this international and African event

Better logistics, trade pacts, policy support can boost India's rice exports: Industry leaders at BIRC 2026

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:03:51 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): Better port infrastructure, greater utilisation of free trade agreements (FTAs) and supportive government policies can help India strengthen its position in global rice markets, industry leaders said at the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 on Saturday.

During a panel discussion on trade policies, export incentives and market opportunities, experts emphasised im

On Egypt visit, UN chief Guterres says "we need to stop the widening of war"

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:34:28 GMT

Cairo [Egypt], October 24 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an end to the widening of conflicts, protection of civilians and greater space for diplomacy, saying wars are deepening global inequalities and intensifying economic pressures, as he arrived in Egypt on Saturday.

In a post on X, Guterres said, 'I just arrived in Egypt. Amid intensifying conflicts, I carry a message w

Anrich Nortje ruled out of third Test against Australia with groin injury

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:02:57 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 24 (ANI): South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the third and final Test against Australia due to a mild groin injury, dealing a blow to the hosts ahead of the series decider, with the contest currently level at 1-1.

Nortje sustained the injury during the fourth morning of the second Test at St George's Park in Gqeberha, leaving the field midway through his

African buyers see strong demand for Indian rice despite higher prices

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:02:39 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): Demand for Indian rice remains strong across African markets, with international buyers highlighting India's importance as a major supplier of the staple grain, even as higher prices and freight costs influence near-term purchasing decisions.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the Bharat International Rice Conference 2026, overseas traders said they remain keen to source rice

'Very diverse but competent bowling unit': Head coach Pybus lauds Afghanistan's bowling depth after tri-series triumph

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:33:23 GMT

Sharjah [UAE], October 24 (ANI): Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus praised his side's bowling depth, describing it as a 'very diverse but a very competent bowling unit' after Afghanistan defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets to win the ODI tri-series final in Sharjah.

While leg-spinner Rashid Khan led the charge with figures of 3/41, Pybus stressed that the team's success was the result of collective contribution

"You did nothing wrong": Faf du Plessis recalls backing Steve Smith during 2018 ball-tampering row

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:02:13 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 24 (ANI): Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has recalled how he reached out to Australian cricketer Steve Smith during the 2018 Cape Town ball-tampering controversy, saying he empathised with his rival after facing a similar situation himself two years earlier, according to Cricinfo.

During Australia's 2018 tour of South Africa, then captain Steve Smith, vice-captain Dav

GHANA-TEMA-CHINESE NAVY HOSPITAL SHIP-ARRIVAL

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:12:02 GMT

(261024) -- TEMA, Oct. 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A Ghanaian military band performs to welcome the arrival of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy hospital ship Auspicious Ark in Tema, Ghana, Oct. 23, 2026.

The Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy hospital ship Auspicious Ark arrived in Ghana's eastern port of Tema on Friday for a friendly visit and medical mission, marking the first visit by a Chinese naval hos

China Sports Weekly (10.18-10.24)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:59:07 GMT

BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. 5th Asian Para Games open in Japan's Nagoya

The 5th Asian Para Games opened in Aichi-Nagoya on October 18.

Running from October 18 to 24 under the theme "Imagine One Heart," the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games bring together nearly 3,000 para athletes from 45 countries and regions acros

Akbar Travels of India Wins 'Asia's Leading Travel Agency 2026' at World Travel Awards

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:00:39 GMT

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New Delhi [India], October 24: Prestigious international honour recognises nearly five decades of excellence, a network of over 210 offices and a workforce of more than 5,000 employees as the Akbar Group approaches its Golden Jubilee.

Akbar Travels of India Pvt. Ltd., the flagship company of the Akbar Group, has been named 'Asia's Leading Travel Agency 2026' at the prestigious World Travel Awards, marki

India, Uzbekistan reaffirm commitment to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:00:30 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): India and Uzbekistan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in counter-terrorism, with Secretary (West) Sibi George meeting Uzbek Foreign Ministry official Pirimkulov Gulomjon Shodmonkulovich in New Delhi following the 10th meeting of the India-Uzbekistan Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism.

In a post on X on Saturday, Ministry of External

Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to UN Charter on 81st UN Day, highlights Major Abhilasha Barak's award

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 04:59:27 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reaffirmed India's commitment to the United Nations (UN) and its Charter, calling for reformed multilateralism that reflects contemporary global realities on the occasion of the 81st United Nations Day.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said India would continue to advocate international peace and security, global cooperation and the

Travis Head wants Australia to find collective batting effort after recent Test struggles

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 04:31:49 GMT

Cape Town [South Africa], October 24 (ANI): Australia batter Travis Head has called for a collective batting effort from his team after a series of individual performances failed to prevent two heavy defeats in their last four Tests, highlighting the need to build substantial partnerships and handle pressure better.

Australia have struggled to find consistency with the bat in recent months, with their last four m

(SP)THE NETHERLANDS-ROTTERDAM-GYMNASTICS-WOMEN'S ALL AROUND

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:12:30 GMT

(261024) -- ROTTERDAM, Oct. 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Elena Colas of France competes during the uneven bars event of the women's all around final at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships 2026 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Oct. 23, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

Global South lauds India's development assistance at 9th Annual India-UN Partnership Fund event

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:30:25 GMT

New York [US], October 24 (ANI): Permanent Representatives of partner nations and delegates in the global south praised New Delhi's steadfast support toward sustainable socio-economic growth during the Ninth Annual India-UN Development Partnership Fund event.

The event which took place at UNGA, held on October 22 saw participation of Laos, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Micronesia, Moldova, Morocco, Tanzania, Saint Lu

India reaffirms commitment to safe, peaceful nuclear technology at UNGA

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:58:01 GMT

New York [US], October 24 (ANI): Reaffirming India's commitment to the safe, secure, and peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology, Member of Parliament and Leader of the Indian Parliamentary Delegation, Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo, reaffirmed India's commitment to safe, peaceful nuclear technology at UNGA.

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly on the 'Report of the International Atomic Energy

DR CONGO-BUNIA-EBOLA OUTBREAK-VACCINE-TRIAL

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:10:11 GMT

(261023) -- BUNIA, Oct. 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A clinical trial volunteer receives a dose of a vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola virus during the Tumaini clinical trial in Bunia, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Oct. 23, 2026. TO GO WITH "Major Ebola vaccine trial begins in DR Congo as outbreak continues" (Xinhua)

SOUTH AFRICA-PRETORIA-BRIEFING RECEPTION-ZERO-TARIFF POLICY

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:09:34 GMT

(261023) -- PRETORIA, Oct. 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng speaks during a briefing reception on China's zero-tariff treatment for African countries in Pretoria, South Africa, Oct. 22, 2026. TO GO WITH "Chinese embassy reception highlights opportunities from zero-tariff treatment for South African exports" (Xinhua/Chen Wei)

Google, YouTube expand online child safety drive with US$2.4 million Google.org funding, Dubai child safety Pop-up

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:12:25 GMT

DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) -- Google.org is supporting INJAZ Al-Arab with US$2.4 million in funding to empower youth across the Middle East and North Africa region with digital safety and online citizenship training over four-years through Google's Arabic-language Abtal Al Internet (Be Internet Awesome) curriculum.

The initiative aims to reach over 2.3 million young people across nine countries including the

India has potential to export 20-25 million tonnes of rice annually, says industry expert

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:06:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 23 (ANI): India could export 20-25 million metric tonnes of rice annually, supported by strong domestic supplies and buffer stocks, Prem Garg, President-IERF, said during the second knowledge session at the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 in New Delhi.

The session, titled "Top 10 Rice Markets to Watch in 2027: Demand Signals and Entry Strategies", discussed emerging opp

Brewers add Brandon Woodruff to World Series roster

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:40:38 GMT

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MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers added right-hander Brandon Woodruff to the World Series roster on Friday following his unexpected comeback from a shoulder injury.

The Brewers replaced right-hander Chad Patrick, the only change to the 26-man roster (13 pitchers, 13 position players) for the best-of-seven series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Game 1 is Friday night in Milwaukee.

Indian 5 pc broken rice prices may rise by USD 60 per tonne amid freight costs, global supply risks: IREF

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:02:47 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 23 (ANI): Indian 5 per cent broken rice prices could increase by around USD 60 per metric tonne amid international freight costs and changing global market conditions, although such increases may not be sustainable over the longer term, according to Dev Garg, Vice President of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF).

Speaking during the first knowledge session, 'Global Rice Demand a

(Hello Africa) Chinese smartphones help narrow digital divide in Africa

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:25:53 GMT

Chinese smartphone manufacturers such as Transsion, Xiaomi, and Honor have made mobile devices significantly more affordable and accessible to African customers, helping narrow the continent's digital divide.

ADDIS ABABA, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- Millions of mobile phones are assembled annually at Transsion's factory located on the outskirts of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, supplying both the

Manipal University Jaipur Hosts Second International Conference on AI and Computing; Researchers from 16 Countries Participate

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:04:17 GMT

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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 23: Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is hosting the second International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Computing (ICAIC 2026), bringing together researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students from across the world to deliberate on emerging developments, research challenges and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and comput

Alef Education shares first-year findings from Kenya Climate Literacy Initiative with UNICEF Kenya and KICD

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:45:16 GMT

ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) -- Alef Education has shared first-year progress and user-testing findings from its climate literacy collaboration with UNICEF Kenya and the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD).

Delivered under an existing tripartite memorandum of understanding, the initiative supports climate education through digital learning resources that help learners explore climate change an

Switzerland disputes Ebola claims - media

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:38:20 GMT

The Swiss government has disputed Uganda's account of a Nigerian woman's travel history as health officials investigate where she contracted the virus

The woman diagnosed with Nigeria's first Ebola case in more than a decade did not travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), the Swiss government has sa