UDF to withdraw support to government on cooperative matters
Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan has declared that the Opposition would withdraw all support to the State government in the cooperative sector.
Trump team begins compiling list of officers for possible court martial over withdrawal from Afghanistan
US official states that military leaders could potentially face treason charges.
Musk and Trump enjoy the fighting and a wine auction: photos of the weekend
The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world
The Jewish Agency Elects First Druze Representative to its Board of Governors
Unfortunately, the Board of Governors turned the appointment into a leftwing politically partisan demonstration.
Salabhakoodu, a haven for children at the Thiruvananthapuram district court campus
Facilitated by the Sakhi Women’s Resource Centre and supported by the Technopark-based RM India, Salabhakoodu was set up by the DLSA in April this year
Restaurant loved by Towie stars plans to turn shed into nine-bed dorm
A luxury Turkish restaurant loved by Towie stars wants to turn a decrepit shed on its car park into a nine-bedroom dormitory after it was raided by immigration officers. 
Saudi Arabia executes over 100 foreigners in 2024
Saudi Arabia has executed more than 100 foreigners this year, according to an AFP tally indicating a sharp increase which one rights group said was unprecedented.
Nagaland cabinet to meet Amit Shah, NSCN-IM amid impasse over Naga talks
The Nagaland cabinet has decided to meet both the NSCN-IM and the Government of India to push for a resolution to the Naga political dialogue. This comes after the NSCN-IM threatened to return to the jungles due to delays in the resolution, and demanded third-party intervention. The Nagaland cabinet will meet with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi to press for expediting the negotiations. The NSCN-IM has accused the Centre of refusing to honour key provisions of the Framework Agreement, specifically the recognition of the 'Naga national flag and constitution.' The state cabinet is also scheduled to meet with the NSCN-IM leadership before their trip to Delhi.
Media, judiciary have the right to keep vigil on executive, legislature, says Justice Veerappa
The media and the judiciary have a right to keep a vigil on the executive and the legislature. It is the need of the hour for both the media and legislature to be honest and fight fearlessly to end corruption, Upa Lokayukta Justice B. Veerappa has said.
19 applicants seek permits to operate buses from Goshree isles to Vyttila hub, other city routes
RTA to decide on permits for buses from Goshree Islands to city routes, aiming to reduce congestion and pollution.
Nigeria is a failed state due to Baba-go-slow, Emilokan— Obasanjo
Obasanjo says Tinubu and Buhari led Nigeria into a “state of chaos, insecurity, and underdevelopment.”
Nigeria is a failed state due to Baba-go-slow, Emilokan— Obasanjo
Obasanjo says Tinubu and Buhari led Nigeria into a “state of chaos, insecurity, and underdevelopment.”
Congress hartal leads to tension in parts of Kozhikode
Congress hartal in Kozhikode over bank election leads to tension, protests, and police intervention in the district.
Deep cleaning units getting ready under Kudumbashree in Kozhikode
Kudumbashree Mission in Kozhikode introduces 'Suchitwa Sena' for deep cleaning services in the district.
North Korea could send 100,000 fighters to help Russia's invasion
North Korea may send as many as 100,000 troops to support Russia's invasion of Ukraine if Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un strengthen ties between their nations. 
Obasanjo calls for sack of Mahmood Yakubu, other INEC leaders at federal, states, LGs
Mr Obasanjo described the 2023 general election as a “travesty”.
Herzog Blocked by Turkey from Attending COP29 in Azerbaijan
Herzog was expected to travel on Israel’s official “Wing of Zion” government aircraft.
Proposal seeking strengthening Lokayukta to be submitted to government, says Justice Veerappa
Expressing serious concerns over the piling cases before the Lokayukta, Upa Lokayukta Justice B. Veerappa said that a proposal to strengthen the Lokayukta institution with more manpower would shortly be submitted to the government.
Republicans suddenly think the economy's great and the election wasn't rigged
Less than two weeks since Donald Trump’s victory, consumer sentiment in the Republican Party has skyrocketed. Democrats, meanwhile, are despondent.
19 Latin American Leaders Pledge Solidarity with Israel
"This forum represents a crucial step forward in uniting Latin American nations against rising antisemitism."
'After Trump appoints sleazy Matt Gaetz as attorney general, get ready for law and disorder'
The Mirror's US editor Christopher Bucktin reports on the best of the most bizarre it-could-only-happen-in-the-USA stories in his The Buck Stops Here column. This week, more jaw-dropping, head-scratching appointments from Trump, and a super-sized catch off the coast of Norway
Water, energy, rail and Royal Mail should all be run by the state, voters say
A poll shows a majority of voters believe key services including energy and water should be run by the state amid growing anger over sky-high bills and sewage pollution
Senegal votes for lawmakers in test for new President
Senegal legislative elections aim to give President's party majority for reforms amid concerns of unrest and economic challenges.
Texas A&M to mark 25th anniversary of campus bonfire collapse that killed 12
The first, ominous sounds came from deep within the massive stack of logs in the darkest hours of the Texas night. Texas A&M University is set to mark 25 years since the log stack collapsed in the early hours of Nov. 18, 1999. It was being built in preparation for the annual bonfire ahead of the Texas A&M-Texas rivalry football game in College Station.
Ministry of Education pauses team rewriting much-debated science curriculum
The team, which has only had a single meeting so far, has had two more cancelled, along with associated flights and accommodation.
4 hurt when small plane crashes near Southern California drag strip hosting racing event
Races were paused Sunday as emergency crews responded but the event later resumed. The FAA is investigating the crash.
Logging to curb wildfires?
U.S. officials would allow increased logging on federal lands across the Pacific Northwest in the name of fighting wildfires and boosting rural economies under proposed changes to a sweeping forest management plan that’s been in place for three decades.
Report: Hamas Leaders Have Quit Qatar, Headed to Turkey
Ankara has long been a warm friend to Hamas, a vicious terrorist organization spawned by the Muslim Brotherhood.
Saudi executes more than 100 foreigners in 2024: AFP tally
Saudi Arabia executes over 100 foreigners in 2024, breaking records and facing criticism for excessive use of death penalty.
Jharkhand Assrmbly election: Amid ‘infiltrator’ rhetoric, campaigns take different shapes in villages across Santhal Pargana
Bharatiya Janata Party's campaign in Santhal Pargana focuses on infrastructure, promises, and tribal identity ahead of elections.
J&K: Terror associate arrested, hideout busted in Shopian
Srinagar, Nov 17 (IANS): A terror associate was arrested by the security forces in J&K’s Baramulla district while a terrorist hideout was busted in the Shopian district on Sunday. Officials said that a terrorist associate identified as Showkat Ahmad Bhat of Naganad D. H. Pora of Kulgam district was arrested with arm.....
India in close consultation with Arab countries as West Asian conflict drags on
New Arab ambassadors in India signal fast-paced diplomatic consultations between India and conflict-torn West Asia.
Melaka Revokes ‘Datuk’ Title From GISB CEO, Effective Immediately
The GISB chairman and CEO's name has also been removed from the state's 2024 honours recipients list.
Isabella Rossellini Says ‘Conclave’ Is Entertaining Because ‘the Church Is So Theatrical’
Having grown up in the Vatican's shadow, Isabella Rossellini of 'Conclave' understands how the Church can be so 'entertaining.'
Only ineligible persons will lose BPL cards, says Karnataka Chief Minister
A reported move by the State government to take away Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards from ineligible persons took a political twist on Sunday, with the Opposition parties terming this an effort to reduce the financial burden owing due to the guarantee schemes.
Morning Digest: Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with long-range missiles; GRAP Stage-4 restrictions to come into force in Delhi, and more
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 18, 2024
HMWSSB lays focus on commercial buildings to fix sewage problem
To strengthen the sewage system and solve the sewage overflow issue, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewage Board (HMWSSB) will focus on multi-storey and commercial building
Suspected attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targets ship in the Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi rebels target commercial ship in Red Sea, part of ongoing assault on vessels in the region.
RTA flounders on despatch of documents to motorists in city
Even after paying Rs 35 towards postal charges, applicants are facing delays in receiving their driving licences and registration certificates
Temple affairs a big task for EOs while few enjoy H.O. cushy stints
The Endowments authorities seem to be emphasising more on big projects in major temples and turning a blind eye to the smaller temples even as day-to-day services get affected, as most of the temples...
Should State govt crack its whip on Endowment Department's functioning?
Hyderabad: Is it high time that the Telangana State government cracks its whip on the facade of successive governments and the State Endowment Department's functioning? Prevent the Endowment...
Why were the Kerala IAS officers suspended? | Explained
Kerala suspends two IAS officers for violating service rules, including making derogatory statements and creating religion-based WhatsApp group.
Why is Germany headed for snap polls? | Explained
Germany's ruling coalition collapses, leading to snap elections amid budget disagreements and rising influence of far-right party AfD.
Let law and order be in sole domain of union!
In a vibrant democracy like ours, nothing remains static except the concept of democracy and welfare of people.
Found guilty five years later
A North Okanagan man has been found guilty of sexual assault about five years after a series of four incidents while both he and the victim were in secondary school. 
Council forced to pay tenant £600 compensation over botched wet room
The tenant was left with damp and mould - and the authority has now apologised
St Bess cops get high praise for swift action after Maggotty supermarket robbery
Everton Fisher, councillor for the Balaclava division in St Elizabeth, has expressed appreciation to the parish’s police, headed by Superintendent Coleridge Minto, for arresting and charging two suspects in connection with the robbery of a...
MoBay’s Qahal Yahweh church members’ case to continue November 22
WESTERN BUREAU: The ongoing trial of the 16 members of the controversial Montego Bay-based Qahal Yahweh religious group, who are charged with breaching the Child Care and Protection Act and the Education Act, was adjourned to November 22 due to...
UN Security Council to weigh call for immediate Sudan ceasefire
Draft resolution calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan amid ongoing conflict between rival generals, facing uncertain impact.
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