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This is the second proposal to increase the height limit for high-rises in the State in just over a year

The CDIC limit is moving from $100,000 to $250,000 under the federal budget, an increase many have urged for years to protect consumers.

Two escaped dogs attacked a jogger in Brisbane’s north last month, sparking a police hunt.

According to the report, around 12 lakh candidates have applied for the MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination 2026, for which more than 5,000 vacancies have been advertised

The infrastructure contributions were previously collected through resource consents.

Proposed amendment provides for mandatory corrective measures before revocation of the suspension; suspension shall continue until the manufacturer undertakes corrective action

The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill proposing a six-month jail term or N300,000 fine for hospitals that reject or delay treating emergency patients. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-proposes-jail-n30000-fine-for-hospitals-rejecting-emergency-patients/

Companies linked to haze may also face financial and commercial repercussions separate from criminal liability.   

SEOUL, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party (DP) on Wednesday formally...

Major League Baseball has proposed delaying the implementation of a salary cap until 2028 while it puts into place other elements of its labor offer for 2027.

Post-Brexit reset deal negotiated by London and Brussels commits to settle tuition fee question at later date

Committee of experts call for a shift from the conventional sterilisation-and-release approach to model centred on adoption by individuals and institutions, alongside scientific waste management to reduce the street dog population; recommends monthly maintenance subsidy for those adopting adult dogs, promotes ‘institutional adoption’ of strays

The proposed amendment to Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules, 1945, is aimed at easing import operations, reducing inland transportation distances and improving the movement of healthcare products across the country

The long-debated project received $10m in central Government funding in 2020.

The National Assembly proposes 74 additional seats for women in the Senate and House of Reps, plus 3 per state assembly, to boost female political particip Read More: https://punchng.com/nassembly-proposes-74-additional-seats-for-women/

The Governor's call on Monday threw fuel on the fire to push Sacramento politicians to do more to help out the Golden State's most iconic industry.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, on the eve of the 2026 midterm elections, is calling for another major expansion of the state’s film and TV tax credit program. Newsom is proposing an increase to California’s entertainment production incentive program from $750 million in annual tax credits to at least $1 billion, expanding what the governor’s office […]

The National Assembly has proposed the creation of 74 additional seats for women in the Senate and House of Representatives, alongside three reserved seats for women in each state House of Assembly… Read More: https://punchng.com/constitution-review-nassembly-proposes-74-legislative-seats-for-women/

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<p>• Proposal envisages four tanks holding 560,000 cubic metres at Port Qasim in first phase of the $4.4bn plan that also includes a 1,100km upcountry gas pipeline<br>• Project would charge $4.93 per mmBtu for terminal and storage, $1.91 for transmission over first decade</p> <p>ISLAMABAD: A private consortium of US companies, backed by the Trump administrat

Conservation groups and landowners are urging the council not to proceed with its road plan, saying the sanctuary is a crucial refuge for endangered plants and animals.

Funds are needed to cut the consumption tax rate on food to fight inflation, and to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

Former Postmaster-General, Bisi Adegbuyi, has proposed an independent geographic audit of Nigeria’s voters’ register to verify the accuracy of locations. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-nipost-chief-proposes-new-test-for-voters-register/

<p>Jillian Segal says perception of link between coverage of conflicts and hostility towards Jewish Australians ‘is itself a matter of public importance’</p><ul><li><p>George Newhouse: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/oct/30/we-must-protect-jewish-australians-without-casting-suspicion-on-legitimate-concern-for-palestinians">We must pro

Co-leader Marama Davidson said up to 100,000 people get sick each year from polluted drinking water.

The nation's envoy for combating antisemitism has outlined a raft of proposals 10 months after 15 people were killed during the Bondi Beach terror attack targeting a Jewish holiday event.

In his letter, the vice president suggested an immediate resumption of comprehensive talks, including about Iran’s nuclear program.

Justice spokesman Matt Carthy says fewer naturalisations would likely occur under his party’s system

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged the formation of a new US-ASEAN defence cooperation framework and for strengthened maritime awareness and advanced naval coordination in the region.

The European Commission has unveiled a new plan to give Frontex more resources to ensure the return of irregular migrants, including by supporting non-EU countries. The move comes after the tragedy in Ceuta.

“There is only one way to settle this: roast battle on the White House lawn, live,” Kimmel offered, after former President Barack Obama mocked President Trump.

Justice Manash Ranjan Pathak, Justice P. Sam Koshy, Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Sudhir Singh are the four Judges

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has ordered industry minister Ryosei Akazawa to consider reviewing the subsidy program.

The Inspector-General of Police has proposed a 200% gratuity for retired police officers to address longstanding pension challenges in the Nigeria Police F Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-proposes-200-gratuity-for-retired-police-officers/

Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma has proposed a national media centre to honour the late Raymond Dokpesi to promote research on journalism and national developme Read More: https://punchng.com/uzodimma-proposes-national-media-centre-to-honour-dokpesi/

Tasmanian Labor leader Josh Willie says a bill to limit state election spending will help make campaigns a contest of ideas not finances.

Seeks palace premises free of government activities on Ayudha Puja, Vijayadashami; cites security lapses and lack of coordination

<p>ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has proposed amendments to the codes of conduct for political parties and contesting candidates, media and election observers to protect the electoral process from the harmful effects of artificial intelligence (AI).</p> <p>The commission has shared the draft amendments with stakeholders and sought thei

Former VP Yemi Osinbajo has proposed a 10-year AI development plan for Ikenne, Ogun State, urging the community to embrace technology and robotics. Read More: https://punchng.com/osinbajo-proposes-10-year-ai-plan-for-ogun-community/

The U.S. Treasury Department proposed a rule Thursday to crack down on American high-tech investments such as supercomputing and artificial intelligence in China, Russia, North Korea and other "countries of concern."

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed expand...

Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade not aware of any lobbying by Government to exclude alumina from latest set of measures

South Korea is attempting to mutually determine the land border with North Korea amid military incidents and escalating tensions.

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...

The proposal comes after a landmine explosion in the demilitarised zone last month that injured three South Korean soldiers.

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...

Restrictions would apply to investments in areas including AI, hypersonic weapons and biotech

The Federal Government has proposed a harmonised 2027 examination timetable, scheduling the UTME for March and WAEC, NECO, and others for April to July. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-proposes-march-for-2027-utme-april-july-for-neco-waec-others/

A postponement would clear the way for a deal to be struck on other key elements of Britain’s “reset” with the bloc.

A UNILAG professor proposes a new Federal Ministry of Energy and Climate Change to unify Nigeria’s petroleum, gas, renewable, and electricity sectors. Read More: https://punchng.com/don-proposes-new-ministry-for-energy-climate-change/

The prime minister provided little detail, and there are questions over shifting the fees onto unit costs.

Steve Witkoff discusses resumption of peace dialogue with Russian president followed by US-China-Russia meeting next month

JAKARTA, Oct 21 &mdash; Malaysia has proposed establishing a cross-ministerial High-Level Committee (HLC) with Indonesia...