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Ukraine’s popular ex-defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, in what has been seen as a major challenge to President Volodymyr Zelensky.The country has been under martial law since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022, meaning elections have been suspended.”Democracy cannot be held hostage by Russia,” Fedorov said in a video posted on Tuesday.But there are practical concerns as to how free and fair elections could be held in a war-torn nation, which Fedorov has not addressed.Fedorov has also not confirmed if he would run against Zelensky. The BBC’s Dan Johnson reports from Kyiv. Source link
The vaccination of commercial hens against common salmonella strains, which began in the mid-1990s in the UK, has been a “major public health success” and has “substantially reduced egg-associated salmonella infections,” according to Dr Charlotte Hammer at the University of Cambridge. Another quality control measure is the British Lion Scheme, launched in 1998. Any suppliers of eggs given the British Lion mark have to stick to a strict code that covers the vaccinating of hens, regular testing and a passport system to make sure hens are traceable. Paul Wigley, professor in animal microbial ecosystems at the Bristol Veterinary School, says…
Kolkata: Manav Suthar picked up 10 wickets as India defeated Sri Lanka by 165 runs at Galle on Wednesday, ensuring the visitors look back at their 600th Test with fond memories. This was the left-arm spinner’s second five-wicket haul as India secured 12 World Test Championship points to keep them firmly in the race for next year’s final, while Sri Lanka were left to contemplate how quickly a promising position had become a heavy defeat.India’s Manav Suthar, centre, celebrates after taking a wicket of Sri Lanka’s Prabath Jayasuriya on day five of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka,…
Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala receives medical attention after an on-field collapse during their pre-season friendly against RB Leipzig on August 15, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said on Tuesday (August 18, 2026) he has been diagnosed with a neurological disorder after collapsing during a match for the second time in four days.Also read | England, Bayern Munich star Harry Kane set to receive ‘Golden Shoe’ awardThe 23-year-old went down six minutes after coming off the bench in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim and required medical attention before being assisted from the pitch.The Germany international…
As the Moon moves through Scorpio today, uncertainties about solid plans may surface. Jupiter provides clarity, enabling discernment between fears and reality. Saturn’s influence in Revati highlights the significance of owning one’s past decisions. Thoroughly evaluate matters related to travel, education, and transformative experiences. Gain assurance by making well-informed choices and verifying one crucial detail. The Moon transiting through debilitation in Scorpio can lead to doubts about plans that once seemed concrete. Jupiter’s fifth aspect gives perspective and can help you distinguish between fear and fact. Saturn’s return to Revati also re-focuses on personal responsibility.What to Do TodayReview a plan…
Saffron, often called kesar, is one of the world’s most expensive spices, which also makes it vulnerable to adulteration. The spice comes from the dried stigmas of Crocus sativus flowers, with only a small number of strands obtained from each flower. Because genuine saffron is costly, cheaper materials such as dyed maize filaments, coloured gelatin strands, and other substances can be used to imitate it. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) specifically lists saffron among spices that may be adulterated. It provides a simple water-based test to help consumers spot some forms of fake saffron. Genuine saffron…
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Food supply inspectors in Punjab will go on an indefinite strike from Wednesday, protesting what they described as prolonged delays in resolving their service-related issues, including recoveries from salaries, non-payment of allowances and the non-availability of basic material required for handling food grain stocks.Members of Ludhiana food supply association submitting a memorandum to deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain on Wednesday. (HT photo)The Inspectorate Food Supply Association (IFSA), Ludhiana, announced the strike after repeated representations to the department failed to yield a resolution. The association has also sought the intervention of chief minister Bhagwant Mann, submitting a memorandum through the Ludhiana deputy…
US Ambassador Sergio Gor visits Srinagar with J&K CM Omar Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US Charge d’Affaires in Islamabad and lodged a protest after US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India” during his visit to Srinagar on Wednesday.The remarks came as Gor made his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir since taking office and met chief minister Omar Abdullah.Gor’s comments were made during a joint media briefing with Abdullah following their meeting at the chief minister’s residence. “It’s a pleasure to be here. This is an important part of India.…
Pakistan opener Azan Awais was dismissed off the very first ball of the first Test against England at Headingley on Wednesday, becoming only the second Pakistani opener ever to suffer the unwanted fate.Ollie Robinson produced a superb delivery to trap Awais lbw with the opening ball of the three-match series. The right-arm seamer’s wobble-seam delivery moved sharply into the left-hander and struck him in front of off stump. Awais played around the ball and was given out by umpire Chris Gaffaney.Pakistan reviewed the decision, but replays showed a clear gap between bat and ball, while ball-tracking indicated three reds with…