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Pramoda Devi expresses ‘deep disappointment’ over conduct of Dasara 2026; proposes shifting deity’s Ambari procession to Rathotsava day
Seeks palace premises free of government activities on Ayudha Puja, Vijayadashami; cites security lapses and lack of coordination
Kozhikode tourism committees remain inactive, fail to propose development projects
Tourism entrepreneurs flag delays in reconstituting destination management committees and a lack of initiatives to improve infrastructure and promote local culture
Congrès du RN à Orléans : "Je ne vous propose pas de refaire la France d'avant", déclare Marine Le Pen
Favorite des sondages, la candidate du Rassemblement national prononce un discours sur le thème de la "renaissance", après une première journée de congrès lors de laquelle Jordan Bardella a été reconduit à la tête du parti d'extrême droite.
China urges US to halt proposed expansion of outbound investment curbs
Beijing said the proposal would damage bilateral economic ties with the United States.
Now, one more road proposed alongside Bengaluru’s Hebbal Lake
The GBA has published a circulation plan for the Greater Bengaluru Local Planning Area, inviting objections and suggestions from the public. The exercise aims to expand the road network to improve traffic flow across the city.
Scientists propose a way to detect dangerous “mirror life” before it exists
Scientists have proposed a way to detect “mirror life,” a hypothetical form of life that could pose serious risks to humans, animals, and ecosystems if artificially created. Using special fluorescent molecules and a type of polarized light also used in 3D movie technology, researchers believe they could distinguish ordinary organisms from their mirror-image
Dayanidhi Maran flags concerns about proposed Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Rules, 2026; urges Centre for a review
Mr. Maran in his letter, urging the Centre to withdraw the proposed draft rules in their current form and undertake a comprehensive review in consultation with independent animal welfare experts, scientists, veterinarians, research institutions and civil society organisations
ECP proposes AI rules for parties, media, election observers
<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
Osinbajo proposes 10-year AI plan for Ogun community
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/
Treasury proposes rule to curb high-tech investments in China and other adversaries
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."
Unpacking the proposed departure tax
The Finance Ministry is considering reviving a tax on international air departures more than four decades after the levy was first introduced in 1983.
Tasmania's proposed ban on conversion practices explained
Laws that ban any attempt to change, suppress or eradicate a person's sexual or gender identity are about to be debated in Tasmania. So, what is — and what isn't — so-called conversion therapy?
U.S. Treasury Department proposes expanding tech investment restrictions to N. Korea
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed expand...
Proposed driving licence rules raise the bar for learner’s test
As per draft amendments, applicants should secure 75% to pass preliminary test; licence-seekers will have to disclose more health information; there will be no fee to change licensee’s name, address
Ireland to back ‘whatever’ sanctions European Commission proposes for Russia, McEntee says
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade not aware of any lobbying by Government to exclude alumina from latest set of measures
South Korea proposes military talks with North again
South Korea is attempting to mutually determine the land border with North Korea amid military incidents and escalating tensions.
(2nd LD) S. Korea proposes military talks with N. Korea to ease tensions along border
SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...
(LEAD) S. Korea proposes military talks with N. Korea to resolve border location issue
SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...
South Korea proposes holding border talks with North
The proposal comes after a landmine explosion in the demilitarised zone last month that injured three South Korean soldiers.
Séoul propose à Pyongyang des pourparlers militaires après plusieurs incidents graves
La Corée du Sud «propose officiellement la tenue de pourparlers militaires avec la Corée du Nord, afin de confirmer mutuellement l’emplacement précis de la ligne de démarcation militaire terrestre (MDL).
S. Korea proposes military talks with N. Korea to resolve border line issue
SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korea renewed its offer Friday to hold military...
Mark Zuckerberg’s creative plan to pay California’s proposed billionaire tax without losing control of Meta
A newly launched stock class being offered was partially engineered to help Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg pay the "billionaire's tax," should the measure be voted into law.
Reps propose parole, probation to ease prison congestion
The House of Representatives is considering a bill to introduce a parole and probation system to ease congestion in Nigeria’s correctional facilities. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-propose-parole-probation-to-ease-prison-congestion/
Anthropic's proposed AI safety bill only allows government to block models under extreme conditions
The draft of an artificial intelligence safety bill that Anthropic quietly pitched to lawmakers would allow the federal government to block AI tools only if they kill or injure at least 50 people, or cause at least $1 billion in damages. Nate Soares, executive director of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute, joins with analysis.
US Treasury proposes tighter rules on investing in sensitive Chinese tech
Restrictions would apply to investments in areas including AI, hypersonic weapons and biotech
FG proposes March for 2027 UTME, April–July for NECO, WAEC, others
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/
Brussels proposes delaying tuition fee demand till after UK-EU summit
A postponement would clear the way for a deal to be struck on other key elements of Britain’s “reset” with the bloc.
How Mark Zuckerberg Pushed Meta to Shield Him From California’s Proposed Wealth Tax
The billionaire told Meta’s board that he planned to list his Silicon Valley home for sale. The company remade its stock structure to help him pay the tax if voters pass it.
Don proposes new ministry for energy, climate change
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/
Al-Sisi: Egypt’s proposed military effort is to defend Saudi Arabia, not attack Yemen
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi said on Wednesday that Egypt’s proposed military effort was aimed at defending Saudi Arabian territory and did not include an attack on Yemen, adding that Egypt would also defend the territory of any other Arab state if asked to do so. Al-Sisi said the purpose was to defend Saudi Arabia’s […]
Burnham proposes plan to cut standing charges from gas bills
The prime minister provided little detail, and there are questions over shifting the fees onto unit costs.
Cinq questions sur la possibilité d'interdire un parti politique, comme le proposent Gérard Larcher et Bruno Retailleau pour LFI
Le président LR du Sénat Gérard Larcher a estimé que la question de l'interdiction de La France insoumise pouvait être "posée", reprenant une proposition faite début octobre par le candidat des Républicains Bruno Retailleau.
NBTI unveils $600m proposed investment, solar energy pipeline
The National Board for Technology Incubation has unveiled a proposed $600m investment pipeline and a solar energy programme for one million small businesse Read More: https://punchng.com/nbti-unveils-600m-proposed-investment-solar-energy-pipeline/
Trump envoy proposes Ukraine talks and summit with Putin and Xi
Steve Witkoff discusses resumption of peace dialogue with Russian president followed by US-China-Russia meeting next month
Malaysia proposes high-level committee with Indonesia to boost creative industry ties
JAKARTA, Oct 21 — Malaysia has proposed establishing a cross-ministerial High-Level Committee (HLC) with Indonesia...
Hundreds rally at parliament against proposed university merger
More than 300 university students and staff march on Parliament House to protest a controversial plan to merge three of Western Australia's four public universities.
Giant tunnel proposed to clean up Windermere's sewage problem
The plan would eliminate sewage spills into Windermere, blamed for turning the water green.
Tough new rules on Brazilian butt lifts and chemical peels proposed
Brazilian butt lifts and other cosmetic procedures that inject filler into parts of the body will only be performed by doctors under new government rules to crackdown on "cosmetic cowboys".
Six-storey apartment block proposed on site of former Donnybrook Magdalene laundry
Project developer intends to include ‘information sign’ to serve as memorial to site’s historic use
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