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Former CCC leader Nelson Chamisa departed for Harvard University on Sept. 24, 2025, via South Africa to begin doctoral studies at the J.F. Kennedy School of Government. The academic program spans three years with two years dedicated to coursework. His dissertation research will examine...

China and Ethiopia formalized an agreement to strengthen collaboration in the technology sector, aiming to advance the African nation's digital infrastructure development and workforce expansion. Innovation and Technology Minister Belete Mola stated the partnership aligns with the Digital...

Zimbabwe captured first place in Group B after defeating Tanzania by 113 runs during their final pool match at the T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier held at Harare Sports Club. Opening batsman Brian Bennett delivered his first T20 international century, and teammate Tadiwanashe Marumani contributed...

Zimbabwe authorities installed business units in Gweru's Mkoba North suburb to address chronic water shortages affecting thousands of households. The facilities in Mkoba 4 and 20 provide reliable access to water for communities that previously endured years of inadequate municipal services...

Israel's ambassador to India thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for supporting a United States peace initiative designed to end hostilities in Gaza. Reuven Azar urged additional nations to back the proposal after President Donald Trump presented the 20-point framework on Monday...

Women's cricket transformed dramatically between the 2013 and 2025 ODI World Cup tournaments held in India. The earlier competition drew sparse crowds to stadiums where security personnel outnumbered spectators, and organizers changed venues days before matches began. Tournament attendance...

Veteran performer Paresh Rawal defended his forthcoming movie after promotional materials triggered outcry. The production company behind The Taj Story stated the work explores historical records without addressing religious questions or claiming Hindu structures exist within the monument. A...

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina dismissed his entire government on Monday after violent demonstrations left 22 dead and more than 100 injured. Young protesters filled the streets for days to demand better electricity and water services from authorities. The president fired Prime Minister...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will serve as chief guest on October 1 for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh centenary celebration at Dr Ambedkar International Centre in Delhi. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. Modi will release a commemorative postage stamp and coin honoring the organization. Dr Keshav...

Yogesh Kathuniya secured silver on Monday in the men's discus throw F56 event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025. The 28-year-old threw 42.49 meters in his second attempt. Brazil's Claudiney Batista won gold with 45.67 meters. This marked Kathuniya's third consecutive world...

SpaceX announced on Tuesday its plans to launch the 11th Starship test flight on October 13 from the Starbase facility in South Texas. The launch window opens at 6:15 p.m. Central Time, and the mission follows a successful 10th test conducted on August. The booster will operate with 24 Raptor...

Aishwarya Pissay from Bengaluru made history on Tuesday as the first Asian woman to claim victory in her division at BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal 2025. The 29-year-old rider finished 27th overall while winning the Rally2 women's category at the fourth round of the FIM World Rally-Raid...

Drug trafficking increased across Kerala after authorities suspended four prison officials on charges of supplying narcotics to inmates. The Dawood Ibrahim syndicate, backed by Pakistan's intelligence service, controls approximately 95 percent of India's narcotics market. Methamphetamine from...

Bangladesh's Awami League condemned fatal shootings in Khagrachhari district that killed at least three people, and injured others during protests over an indigenous schoolgirl's gang rape. The party accused the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government of ordering extremist forces to persecute...

Filmmakers announced on Tuesday that Akshaye Khanna will portray Asuraguru Shukracharya in Mahakali, a production within the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe. Director Puja Kolluru leads the project, with Prasanth Varma serving as showrunner for RKD Studios. The character appears with a silver...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of Vijay Kumar Malhotra on Tuesday to honor the veteran BJP leader who died at age 93. The politician born in Lahore during December 1931 served five terms in Parliament and two terms in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. BJP national president JP...

Elizabeth Olsen confirmed her voice performance as Scarlet Witch for the Disney Plus animated series Marvel Zombies, though she struggles to recall details from the recording session. The actress completed her work remotely between 2020 and 2021 from her residence rather than a professional...

Priyanka Chopra Jonas posted social media photographs from Mumbai during her visit to the coastal city for a brand event. The actress shared morning images from her hotel room overlooking the Arabian Sea while wearing a white bathrobe, and she consumed a traditional Maharashtrian poha breakfast...

Television actress Shraddha Arya celebrated her twins reaching 10 months old recently. The mother of two shared images of a crown-themed cake marking the milestone for her son, and daughter. Arya married Naval Officer Rahul Nagal in November 2021, and the couple welcomed their children in late...

Authorities launched an investigation after vandals defaced the Mahatma Gandhi statue at Tavistock Square in London on Monday. Anti-India graffiti appeared on the bronze monument's plinth three days before Gandhi Jayanti celebrations scheduled for October 2. The Metropolitan Police and Camden...