Australia is 'sleepwalking' towards disaster as war threat over Taiwan grows: Former PM on scenario that could cripple Australia

Government extends RoDTEP export tax refund scheme by three months till December 31

The government has extended the RoDTEP scheme until December 31, 2026, to support exporters amid challenges. This extension maintains the existing reimbursement rates and value caps for various export units. The RoDTEP scheme reimburses taxes and duties that are not refunded through other means, helping ease export costs. It has already covered over 10,700 tariff lines, with substantial disbursements made.

Moment black member of Question Time audience tells Suella Braverman she is 'being racist against herself' because she says she is not English

Reform UK's education spokesperson told the BBC's Question Time audience last night that she is 'British of Asian ethnicity' rather than English, because of her family's Asian heritage.

Australia is 'sleepwalking' towards disaster as war threat over Taiwan grows: Former PM on scenario that could cripple Australia

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott has warned that Australia risks 'sleepwalking through lotus land' unless it confronts the implications of a potential war in the pacific involving China.

Alaska spent $46.9 million to lower electric bills in 186 communities in FY2025, covering 148.5 million kWh, where rural power costs can be far higher

In fiscal year 2025, Alaska committed around $46.9 million to assist 186 remote communities with rising electricity expenses. By targeting the high costs associated with diesel-generated power, the initiative aims to lessen financial burdens on approximately 80,000 residents benefiting from the Power Cost Equalization Program. While this support is crucial, there remain significant challenges around transitioning to renewable energy sources, underscoring equity issues in rural energy access.

What doctors and virus experts are saying about the wave of American Covid sweeping Britain

The rituals of the Covid years thankfully seem consigned to history for most of us. Yet in recent weeks, an unwelcome phrase has begun creeping back: 'I think I've got Covid.'

‘None of us could have imagined this’: Shock as 20-month-old tot diagnosed with brain tumour

The parents of a toddler are raising money to support their little boy while he battles a tumour on his brain.

PM Modi to Smit Machchhar: ‘I am just a phone call away’; a chat nation was waiting for

Celebrity Traitor star Ross Kemp leaves fans in hysterics after he accuses TWO Faithfuls of murdering him in plain sight during dramatic first episode

Ross Kemp left fans in hysterics after he accused two Faithfuls of murdering him in plain sight during the first episode of Celebrity Traitors on Thursday night.

SEBI relies on amended rules in Embassy REIT 'Fit and Proper' matter, tells Bombay HC no disqualification made out

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has told the Bombay High Court that its examination of complaints concerning the "fit and proper" status of persons associated with Embassy Office Parks REIT was completed after the regulatory framework was amended in April 2026, and that the material available did not warrant disqualification under the amended provisions.

SEBI relies on amended rules in Embassy REIT 'Fit and Proper' matter, tells Bombay HC no disqualification made out

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has told the Bombay High Court that its examination of complaints concerning the "fit and proper" status of persons associated with Embassy Office Parks REIT was completed after the regulatory framework was amended in April 2026, and that the material available did not warrant disqualification under the amended provisions.

SBI Research sees CPI inflation at 5.65% in Sept, above 6.5% in Oct-Nov

SBI Research forecasts a rise in CPI inflation to around 5.65 percent in September. They expect it to exceed 6.5 percent during October and November. Inflationary pressures have broadened significantly since the last monetary policy meeting. Additionally, the weakening rupee poses further risks to economic stability. The Reserve Bank of India may adjust its GDP growth and inflation projections during the upcoming policy review.

Four teenagers charged with murder over 'unthinkable' killing of four-year-old boy who was shot while asleep in his bed

Four teenagers have been arrested for the murder of a four-year-old boy who was shot in the head while asleep in his home.