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Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has urged the Federal Government to revive the Almajiri schools and Great Green Wall projects to tackle insecurity and creat Read More: https://punchng.com/jonathan-urges-fg-to-revive-almajiri-schools-to-tackle-insecurity/
Education · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Oyo State Police Command has denied misconduct in a viral video, stating the man arrested in Ibadan was a suspected cultist apprehended by its operativ Read More: https://punchng.com/police-deny-misconduct-over-viral-video-of-suspect-arrested-in-oyo/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
In April, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Nigeria had objected to the AU’s designation of Mr Sall as the bloc’s consensus candidate for the UN’s top job.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
PSG were trailing to an early goal by United States star Giovanni Reyna for Strasbourg at the Stade de la Meinau, and last year's Ballon d'Or winner Dembele then put a penalty wide in the 72nd minute.
World · France 24 · World ·
The rupee gained for a fourth straight session, helped by RBI measures to curb speculative trading, as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the currency had depreciated “significantly” over the past 18 months
Business & Economy · The Hindu · National ·
Chacarra, who won the Hero Indian Open earlier this year, was 14-under after his incomplete third round at Delhi Golf Club. Although the weather was much improved, play was held up by nearly five hours on day one leaving the European Tour event playing serious catch-up.
World · France 24 · World ·
On September 30, the INDIA bloc finalised a joint action plan over the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) row, including rallies and ‘save democracy marches’
Elections · The Hindu · National ·
The West African rivals will lock horns in the first semi-final on Tuesday at 16:00 GMT, with a place in the final and qualification for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco at stake.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has warned public office holders not to allow political engagements to undermine their commitment to God. Read More: https://punchng.com/oborevwori-warns-public-office-holders-against-mixing-politics-with-faith/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Five people have been killed after a diesel tanker suffered a brake failure and crushed four commercial vehicles in Akinyele LGA of Oyo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/tanker-four-commercial-vehicles-accident-leaves-five-dead-in-oyo/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Morocco has placed artificial intelligence at the center of a ministerial portfolio for the first time, appointing Ahmed Rahhou to lead the newly named Ministry of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation and Administrative Reform.
Technology · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
India also expressed its strong objection to a reference made to it in a UN report on the rights of indigenous peoples focused on demarcation, registration and titling of lands, territories and resources
World · The Hindu · National ·
The Reds fell behind in west London to Keane Lewis-Potter's header but the game turned just before half-time when Yehor Yarmoliuk was shown a straight red card for a headbutt on Jeremy Jacquet.
World · France 24 · World ·
Walsh's effort on Friday night in the 25-meter pool at the University of Virginia, where she competed collegiately, lowered her former mark of 22.83, set at the 2024 short course world championships in Budapest.
World · France 24 · World ·
A wave of new Latin American leaders reverses measures meant to isolate Israel after its genocidal war on Gaza.
World · Al Jazeera · Latest ·
The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) has handed over 300 life jackets to boat operators and fishers in Dambai to promote safety compliance and reduce fatalities on the Oti River.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, has disclosed that the government has appointed artificial intelligence (AI) focal persons across all ministries as part of efforts to prepare public institutions for the adoption of the technology.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Mohamed Salah has joined a select group of players, including Harry Kane and Edin Dzeko, who have scored in all three major UEFA club competitions. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-salah-to-kane-players-who-have-scored-in-all-three-uefa-competitions/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The union said Felix Onigbinde, who reportedly fell into a coma last week and was admitted to the Garki General Hospital, Abuja, before his death, was a dedicated and award winning photojournalist whose career reflected his commitment to the gathering and dissemination of information in the service…
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Brent crude futures fell $1.64, or 1.6%, to $104.42 a barrel by 0337 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 98 cents, or 1%, to $94.11, reversing gains from the previous session
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
India currently follows Bharat Stage VI standards, introduced nationwide in April 2020, which significantly tightened vehicle-emission requirements and brought the country closer to international regulatory practices
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
Hyundai Motor India Ltd. on Wednesday announced to invest an additional ₹4,000 crore in it’s Pune plant by 2030 taking the total investment to ₹11,000 crore.
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The ITLA, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, seeks to address the lack of synchronisation among various transport infrastructure modes as PM’s GatiShakti go in full steam
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The Chief Executive Officer of Hubtel, Alex Bram, has disclosed that the company worked with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify customers suspected of stealing electricity.
Technology · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The Chief Executive Officer of Hubtel, Alex Bram, has urged the government to match its planned investments in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure with funding for specialised training, warning that Ghana’s shortage of skilled professionals could undermine efforts to develop a competitive…
Technology · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The NITI Aayog framework calls for States to prepare 20-30-year seasonal assessments of water availability, protect existing users, and ensure developers fund grid assets built exclusively for their projects
Technology · The Hindu · National ·
Earlier this year, Mercedes' AMG performance brand grabbed our attention with the GT four-door coupe, a souped-up sports sedan with three axial flux motors delivering over 1,150 horsepower.
Technology · The Verge · All ·
Its arrival will coincide with the withdrawal of Southwest monsoon from the remaining parts of the country, says the Regional Meteorological Centre
Science & Climate · The Hindu · National ·
BJP leader demands special Rythu Bharosa relief for El Nino-driven drought-hit farmers and immediate clearance of dues.
Science & Climate · The Hindu · National ·
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has exceeded expectations after engineers made incredibly tiny adjustments to sharpen its view of the universe. By moving a mirror just one-sixteenth the width of a human hair, the team helped bring its powerful instruments into near-perfect alignment.
Science & Climate · ScienceDaily · Top Science ·
Scientists have uncovered an unexpected trade-off in the wings of the European nightjar, a bird that migrates thousands of kilometers but sacrifices high-speed flight efficiency to hunt insects with remarkable agility.
Science & Climate · ScienceDaily · Top Science ·
Officials say preventive measures will be strengthened and vaccination coverage expanded with the help of other government departments in the coming days
Health · The Hindu · National ·
Read the evening news recap, including Clemens Westerhof’s cancer battle, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her mother’s kidnap, and Buhari’s support for Osinbajo. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-westerhof-battles-colon-cancer-okonjo-iweala-recalls-mothers-kidnap-other-stories/
Health · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
NMH and NSPAWG said criminalisation can discourage people experiencing suicidal distress and their families from seeking timely support.
Health · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Everybody has heard of arthritis: a senior citizen in the family may be suffering, or perhaps someone at work. The term is common enough, but with World Arthritis Day coming up on October 13, how much do you know about it? Take this quiz to find out!
Health · The Hindu · Health ·
It was an outcome that seemed likely for most of the day, with inclement weather forcing a reduced match of nine overs per side. India managed to play out 7.4 overs before another bout of rain proved terminal.
Sports · Sportstar · Latest ·
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez was stretchered off with a neck brace and receiving oxygen after a head-on collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite.
Sports · Sportstar · Latest ·
Here is a complete list of fixtures for the second round of Ranji Trophy 2026-27 beginning on Sunday, October 17.
Sports · Sportstar · Latest ·
Ryan Williams and Mihailo Perovic scored on either side of half-time as Bengaluru FC secured its second consecutive ISL victory, leaving Chennaiyin FC searching for its first win of the season.
Sports · Sportstar · Latest ·
A look at the evolution of this superhit film directed by SJ Suryah and featuring Vijay and Jyotika
Arts & Culture · The Hindu · Entertainment ·
Chethan D Souza from Karnataka talks about choreographing action sequences for the highly anticipated ‘Jailer 2’.
Arts & Culture · The Hindu · Entertainment ·
From Carnatic violin and konnakol to Kannada lyrics and the kazoo, Anjana’s EP draws on her South Indian roots while exploring love, identity and self-acceptance
Arts & Culture · The Hindu · Entertainment ·
Mitte played Walter White Jr., the son of Bryan Cranston’s chemistry teacher-turned-meth dealer Walter White, in ‘Breaking Bad’
Arts & Culture · The Hindu · Entertainment ·
Locally made metal trunk sellers in Accra say their businesses are going through a difficult period as more senior high school (SHS) students opt for suitcases, leaving traders with unsold stock.
Education · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The delegation submitted a memorandum to NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar seeking action against former JNU professor Akoijam, over complaints filed by 11 female students
Education · The Hindu · National ·
Rahul Gandhi hosted leaders from 16 Opposition parties, civil society and student activists in a bid to coordinate diverse strands of the agitation; his office tried reaching out to CJP leaders, but it did not work out
Education · The Hindu · National ·
Department plans online grievance helpline; ₹494.71 crore earmarked for scholarships this year
Education · The Hindu · National ·
Akor Adams scored the winner for Venezia against Napoli, while Alex Iwobi ended Fulham’s winless start to the Premier League season with the decisive goal against Hull City.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi’s deflected first-half strike secured Fulham’s first Premier League win of the season, lifting them off the bottom of th Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-iwobis-strike-ends-fulhams-winless-start/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss calls for constitutional amendment to preserve caste-based reservations for converts across religions.
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu · National ·
In a similar case in 2022, the Court had refused to protect any of the persons concerned against eviction from government properties on the ground of security
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
SRMIST and Volvo Group India inaugurate the first university-based vehicle tech centre in Kattankulathur to foster experiential learning and future-ready automotive talent.
Policy & Governance · The Hindu · National ·
Hyderabad Traffic Police book 304 motorists for using unauthorised sirens, multi-tone horns
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
‘At present, only persons purchasing tickets online are provided the benefit of insurance coverage upon payment of a nominal additional amount’
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu · National ·
The terms of reference of the panel included recommending measures for restructuring KIIFB, redeploying its institutional capacities within the government, and laying out future courses of action regarding subsidiary or spin-off entities established by KIIFB
Policy & Governance · The Hindu · National ·
The Chief Minister narrated all the steps that the State government had taken to address the issues raised by the protesting farmers and also that of the Centre.
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
A former APC chieftain, Salihu Lukman, says opposition parties may unveil a consensus presidential candidate a few days before the 2027 general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-opposition-may-unveil-consensus-candidate-days-to-election-lukman/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Petitioner said biometric authentication, which includes iris scanning, poses significant difficulties for persons with visual impairments
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu · National ·
The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, says trust, integrity, and accountability are essential for Nigeria’s sustainable economic growth and development. Read More: https://punchng.com/trust-key-to-nigerias-economic-growth-says-soun-of-ogbomoso/
Business & Economy · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Municipal Administration Minister says all projects stalled by previous government have been resumed; underground drainage works worth ₹800 crore in Nellore to be completed by June 12, 2027, with tap connections to every household and Sangam Barrage water supply by year-end
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
‘It is diverting attention from controversies involving MUDA and Valmiki corporation scam and KPSC irregularities, instead of addressing them’
National Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal added that a data governance committee would also be set up at the national level which would be headed by Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority.
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The Democratic Leadership Alliance has disowned its Taraba governorship candidate, Aboki Bayonga, for endorsing President Tinubu for a second term. Read More: https://punchng.com/dla-disowns-taraba-gov-candidate-over-tinubu-endorsement-summons-him-for-discipline/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Both the father and son moved the courts with their caveats on October 7, as per official records
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
With the sale, the government’s stake in the bank will fall to 15% and Life Insurance Corporation’s (LIC) stake will come down to 19%
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso has said Nigeria will pursue stronger cross-border payment arrangements with China during an upcoming visit to Beijing, as both countries seek to deepen financial cooperation and support bilateral trade and investment.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
A Gombe community, Talasse, gets electricity after 17 years following the commissioning of a 1-megawatt solar mini-grid project by the government. Read More: https://punchng.com/gombe-community-gets-electricity-after-17-years/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying things are not as bad as some Nigerians claim. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-arent-as-bad-as-people-say-jide-kosoko-defends-tinubu/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
KIGALI – Some people walk into a gym for the first time with their shoulders pulled up near their ears. They scan the room, wondering whether they belong, whether anyone… The post Beyond the Weights: Fitness Point Kanombe Opens Doors to a Different Kind of Wellness appeared first on KT PRESS.
Africa · KT Press · Latest (Rwanda) ·
Morocco’s Water Infrastructure Directorate has launched 11 tenders for dam construction projects across eight provinces, with a combined estimated cost exceeding MAD 339 million, as the kingdom continues to develop its water infrastructure.
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
The European Union (EU) is set to provide €20 million in defence assistance to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) under the European Peace Facility (EPF).
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
India’s software and technology exports continue to grow. But for smaller companies, winning an overseas contract does not necessarily mean the money will come back
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The inclusion is expected to expand the pool of accredited investors in the AIF industry to 4 lakh from the current 1 lakh.
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The African Democratic Congress campaign council has described its candidate, Atiku Abubakar, as a true pan-Nigerian leader ahead of the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-atiku-is-a-pan-nigerian-leader-campaign-council/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The founding day was celebrated at the party’s headquarters in Royapettah
National Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Private legal practitioner Victoria Bright has called for consistency in the appointment of Electoral Commission (EC) officials, stressing that the Commission must command public confidence regardless of which political party is in power.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Congress withdraws from the mayoral contest following an appeal made by the former IPS officer; CPI and CPI(M) reach an understanding on the corporator seats to be contested
National Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Special Adviser on Gender and Social Protection to former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Akosua Manu, has called for a proper national child protection framework to safeguard pupils who suffer sexual abuse in schools.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
The winners of the 2026 Economics Nobel Prize transformed macroeconomics by showing how individual choices, household expectations and business behaviour shape the economy and influence the effectiveness of government policies
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, has warned against promoting staff based on external influence rather than merit and competence. Read More: https://punchng.com/nassembly-clerk-warns-against-lobbying-for-staff-promotions/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Mizoram government plans expansion of community-based tourism projects after economic and social impact assessment studies
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
NAIROBI, Kenya, October 17, 2026 – A heartbreaking loss to Gor Mahia notwithstanding, APS Bomet head coach Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo says his charges can be proud of how they stood…
Sports · Capital FM Kenya · Sports ·
The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India had constituted a High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) to enquir
Courts & Constitution · PIB · Press Releases ·
More than 3,500 people, according to the Karnataka Bengali Kalyan Samiti, formed by and for West Bengal-based workers in Bengaluru, are “under adjudication for logical discrepancy”
Elections · The Hindu · National ·
Apart from the parents, several Congress leaders, including the party’s media and publicity department head Pawan Khera, social media department head Supritya Shrinate, and Indian Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib, were also detained and later released
Policy & Governance · The Hindu · National ·
Earlier this week, Czechia Deputy Prime Minister Karel Havlíček also held bilateral talks with India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Policy & Governance · The Hindu · National ·
Mr. Revanth Reddy interacts with high level delegation from the UK
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Cabinet to decide this month on land allocation at Bangalore Turf Club for a new High Court building, as NLSIU expansion and judicial training initiatives unfold.
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu · National ·
The Court says that children do not cease to use the internet merely because the law prohibits them from doing so; they only move to other platforms that unregulated and even less safe
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu · National ·
Tamil Nadu's Navarathri Golu features dolls of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, alongside other political and cultural figures at Kumaran Anugraha Kalyana Mandapam.
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Forest Minister and Revenue Minister explain govt stand after LDF moves adjournment motion to discuss hardships faced by farmers and other residents on account of September 23 order by Idukki Collector
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
Slamming the fresh appointment, Mr. Patwari questioned whether the action taken by the government was based on the panel’s report and whether facts were considered before appointing Mr. Sisonia as a District Collector
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
BSP president Mayawati said that the party is against the exploitative system of outsourcing and contracting, especially in the government system
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·