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How Sunil Chhetri Helped Ryan Williams Make The Switch To Indian Football Team

In a game-changing development for Indian football, two overseas players have been called up for the national camp ahead of the team’s AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in Dhaka later this month. Ryan Williams and Abneet Bharti are expected to join the camp and, should both be cleared, they will be picked in the India squad for the qualifier to be played on November 18. Ryan, who represents Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League, was born in Perth and has represented Australia at the U-20, U-23 levels and senior level. He has played for English clubs including Fulham and Portsmouth. On the other hand, Abneet is an Indian citizen who is based out of Brazil, plays for Academia del Balompié Boliviano (ABB), a first-division club in Bolivia. In the past, he has represented Kerala Blasters in the ISL. India legend Sunil Chhetri played a key role in Ryan switching his allegiance to India, AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey has revealed. “During the national camp in May in Kolkata, Sunil Chhetri told me that Ryan was interested in getting the Indian passport and that he had submitted his details to the relevant government authorities in Bengaluru. I reached out to the respective departments in New Delhi,” Chaubey told Sportstar. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is said to have expedited the entire process of Williams obtaining an Indian passport, which otherwise could have taken years. “The whole process usually takes a lot of time, sometimes years, as multiple agencies are involved and the clearance of Ministries (Home Ministry and Ministry of External Affairs) are required. But it was completed in just seven months, and I’m thankful to the Sports Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, for ensuring the process,” Chaubey said. Meanwhile, Chhetri has himself stepped away from international football for the second time in his career, having already informed India head coach Khalid Jamil “plan without him”. Chhetri was persuaded to make a retirement U-turn earlier this year to play for India in the round three matches of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers.

Nov 7, 2025

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Vastu Shastra Suggests Best Direction To Sit In Office For Career Growth And Success

Vastu Tips For Office Seating: As per Vastu Shastra, a person’s efficiency, decision-making ability, and success are deeply related to the direction and energy flow of his workplace. Sitting in the right direction not only increases concentration and confidence. But also provides professional progress and financial stability. However, sitting in the wrong direction can cause stress, failure, or financial loss. Let us find out what the best direction is to sit in the office and which direction is considered auspicious, depending on the type of work. The Importance of Direction in the Office As per Vastu Shastra, the five major directions of the universe—North, South, East, West, and their intermediate directions represent different types of energy. These directions directly impact a person’s thoughts, decisions, and behavior. Therefore, the direction you sit and your facing direction in the office are extremely important from a Vastu perspective. Best Direction to Sit in the Office East Facing – Best for Progress and New Beginnings East is the direction of the Sun, symbolizing energy, knowledge, and new possibilities. Sitting facing this direction increases enthusiasm, creativity, and self-confidence. This direction is especially auspicious for new companies, creative professions, teaching, or research work. North Facing – The Direction of Wealth and Opportunity North-facing is considered the direction of the god Kubera, who symbolizes wealth, opportunity, and prosperity. Sitting facing this direction is especially beneficial for those involved in finance, banking, sales, marketing, or business management. This direction keeps the mind active and promotes financial progress. Southwest Facing – Auspicious for Stability and Authority This direction represents stability, decisiveness, and leadership. Therefore, the owner, manager, or senior official of a company should sit in this direction. This increases control, confidence, and decisiveness at work. West Facing – For Experience and Stability The west direction is associated with the planet Saturn, which symbolizes hard work, patience, and experience. Sitting facing this direction is suitable for those involved in critical analysis, technical work, or administrative tasks. Colour and Decor Suggestions Using light yellow or orange in the east direction is auspicious. Blue or green in the north direction is helpful for financial matters. Cream or beige in the southwest area provides stability. Placing a Goddess Lakshmi or Kubera Yantra in the northeast corner of the table is beneficial. (The author Chirag Daruwalla is the son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla).

Nov 7, 2025

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Shots ring out at Universal Ostrich farm in Edgewood, B.C.

Shots were heard at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, B.C., on Thursday evening. CBC News reporters on the scene reported hearing multiple shots at the farm. Over a 30-minute period at 6:10 p.m. PT, reporters heard about five rounds of about a dozen shots each. It happened the same day the Supreme Court of Canada declined to hear an appeal to save the flock at Universal Ostrich from a cull ordered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). For a full account of the story that unfolded at Universal Ostrich Farms after the country's top court declined to hear the farm's appeal, read CBC News' live coverage here. That lifted any legal impediment to the killing of the flock that the CFIA says includes 300 to 330 birds. The cull was ordered after avian flu was detected at the farm last December. The shots came from inside an enclosure made of straw bales where the CFIA had herded scores of the ostriches. Supporters yelled from about a dozen cars parked along the road that leads to the farm as the shots rang out. They shouted "Stop!" and "Murderers!" amid the shots, which came after darkness fell. The operation came after the CFIA said it was moving ahead with the "complete depopulation and disposal" of the ostriches. Shortly before the shots were heard, CBC reporters saw field lights turn on that illuminated the straw bale enclosure that was set up by the CFIA to pen in the ostriches. Read more about the background of this case: How the fate of a herd of ostriches on a small B.C. farm caught the attention of the Trump administration. Reporters also heard a drone flying above. CBC News has reached out to the CFIA for more information.

Nov 7, 2025

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Kamal Haasan Turns 71: Legendary Actor Who Changed Indian Cinema Forever

Happy birthday, Kamal Haasan. The Tamil cinema icon turns 71. There is a reason why he is referred to as one of Indian cinema’s finest storytellers. His celebrated career redefines versatility and artistry. From his early years as a child actor to becoming a writer, director, and producer, Haasan has never shied away from experimentation. Few actors have influenced Indian cinema the way Kamal Haasan has — a visionary who truly changed Indian cinema forever. From his brilliance in Nayakan to Hey Ram, Haasan’s work reflects both intellect and imagination. Over the decades, he has received four National Awards. It won’t be wrong to say that he has cemented his legacy as an artist who continues to inspire generations across Indian cinema. Kamal Haasan’s Illustrious Career Kamal Haasan with Rati Agnihotri in the 1981 movie, Ek Duuje Ke Liye. Kamal Haasan, in 1960, debuted as a child actor in Kalathur Kannamma, which earned him the Rashtrapati Award. He was just 4 at that time. The year 1980 helped Kamal Haasan make his mark in the industry. Within a span of a few years, Haasan had proved his versatility with films like Sagara Sangamama, Nayakan, Pushpaka Vimana, and Apoorva Sagodharargal. Kamal also made his Bollywood debut with Ek Duje Ke Liye in 1981. Kamal Haasan was recently seen in Thug Life. The versatile actor also starred in Avvai Shanmugi and Chachi 420, both films were Tamil and Hindi adaptations of the 1993 classic Hollywood film Mrs Doubtfire. He then went on to feature in Dasavathaaram, Vishwaroopam and its sequel, and Uttama Villain. Kamal Haasan’s Recent Works Haasan was recently seen in films like Thug Life, Vikram and Kalki 2989 AD. He also made a powerful comeback with Indian 2. In 2025, Kamal starred in Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life, which is currently streaming on OTT giant Netflix. Kamal Haasan’s Net Worth Kamal Haasan is one of the highest-paid actors in India. As per CNBC-TV 18, his net worth is Rs 450 Crore. What’s Next For The Veteran Actor? Raaj Kamal Films International, which is Kamal’s production house, recently announced his next film on X, titled KH 237. #KH237 Roar Begins with #SyamPushkaran#KamalHaasan #ActioninAction A Film By @anbariv@ikamalhaasan #Mahendran @RKFI @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram pic.twitter.com/mDd1SBG1Y9 — Raaj Kamal Films International (@RKFI) September 12, 2025 Kamal Haasan will also be seen in Kalki 2 alongside Prabhas.

Nov 7, 2025

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India News | Delhi: Major Fire Breaks out in Tikri Kalan Industrial Area, Rescue Ops Underway

New Delhi [India], November 7 (ANI): A major fire broke out in a warehouse located in Delhi's Tikri Kalan Industrial Area in the late hours of Thursday. The fire department received a call about the fire incident at around 10 pm. Ten fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and efforts are underway to bring the blaze under control. Also Read | Vidyarthi Divas 2025: Date in Maharashtra, History and Significance of Students' Day To Honour Dr BR Ambedkar's School Entry Day. No injuries have been reported so far, the officials said. Further information is awaited. (ANI) Also Read | What Is Myrmecophobia? Know All About the Phobia of Ants as Telangana Woman Dies by Suicide. (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Nov 7, 2025

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Sports News | Quinton De Kock Breaks Gibbs ODI Ton Record as South Africa Trounce Pakistan in 2nd ODI

Faisalabad [Pakistan], November 7 (ANI): Quinton de Kock, known for his astute technique, became the player to wallop the third-most centuries for South Africa in ODIs after his batting masterclass steered the Proteas to an emphatic 8-wicket win over Pakistan at Faisalabad's Iqbal Stadium in the second fixture to level the series 1-1. The flamboyant southpaw engineered an unbeaten 123(119), a knock riddled with luck, to knock Pakistan off the perch and gun down a modest 270-run target in the second ODI. With another classic performance, de Kock's tally soared to 22, taking him past Herschelle Gibbs' 21 ODI tons. The 123* was de Kock's first hundred since reversing his retirement, a decision he took after the 2023 World Cup. Also Read | Fact Check: Did Babar Azam Break Down in Tears in Dressing Room After Getting Dismissed in PAK vs SA 2nd ODI 2025, Here’s the Truth. While pursuing the target, de Kock received an unprecedented lifeline after he attempted to flick the ball but sent it straight to Mohammad Nawaz, who got both of his hands on it but allowed it to pop out. He never looked back and thwacked Saim Ayub for an 80m maximum. In the next over, he punished Mohammad Wasim Jr with another towering 77m maximum. After the 81-run opening partnership ended with the dismissal of Lhuan-dre Pretorius on 46(40), de Kock raised a 153-run stand with Tony de Zorzi, the second-highest partnership for South Africa against Pakistan in Pakistan. Tony de Zorzi also received a revival after Faheem Ashraf spilt his chance at deep mid-wicket. He eventually holed out to Ashraf off Saim Ayub and returned with a swift 76(63). Also Read | Crystal Palace vs AZ Alkmaar UEFA Europa Conference League 2025-26 Live Streaming Online & Match Time in India: How To Watch UECL Match Live Telecast on TV & Football Score Updates in IST?. Quinton de Kock stayed unbeaten and completed the 270-run chase with 59 balls to spare, with stand-in captain Matthew Breetzke giving him company at the other end on 17* off 21. Earlier, South Africa's formidable bowling duo, Nandre Burger (4/46) and Nqaba Peter (3/55), wreaked havoc on Pakistan's top order, reducing them to 22/3 within five overs. Burger's fiery spell claimed the wickets of Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, and Mohammad Rizwan, severely restricting Pakistan's early scoring opportunities. Pakistan's middle order, led by Saim Ayub's 53 and Salman Ali Agha's 69, struggled to build momentum, with both batting at strike rates below 90. Mohammad Nawaz provided crucial resistance, scoring a career-best 59, including two sixes, in a late partnership with Agha, helping Pakistan reach a modest total of 269/9. (ANI) (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Nov 7, 2025

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Cristina and Petar were engaged at Disneyland, Japan in 2023, after meeting through mutual friends a couple of years prior. Cristina, founder and designer at fashion label couture+love+madness, wore four gowns, all created by her and her team in-house. Her final dress was inspired by the nostalgia of signing year 12 school tops, and guests were invited to leave a message on her dress. Their ring bearer was their golden retriever, Hercules. “It was the best day of my life,” Cristina says. “It was the day I got to marry my best friend. It absolutely poured with rain, but we had such a beautiful day surrounded by all our family and friends.” Ceremony Jackson Square Reception Soho Supper Club by Out in the Paddock Bridal gowns and bridesmaids’ gowns couture+love+madness Groom’s suit Beg Your Pardon Stylists Out in the Paddock and Style Nest Adelaide Ceremony furniture JAKS Hire and Events Stationary and signage The Ivory Scribe Ceremony and bridal bouquets Botanic Fawna Photographer Dean Snushall Photography This article first appeared in the September 2025 issue of SALIFE magazine.

Nov 7, 2025

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India News | Delhi HC Reserves Order on Kuldeep Sengar's Bail Plea in Unnao Custodial Death Case

New Delhi [India], November 7 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on the bail plea of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape victim's father's custodial death case. He is serving a ten-year prison term and has been in custody since April 13, 2018. Justice Ravinder Dudeja reserved the order after hearing the submissions by advocate Mehmood Pracha on behalf of the Unnao rape victim. The court has granted liberty if he wishes to file his written submissions. Also Read | What Is Myrmecophobia? Know All About the Phobia of Ants as Telangana Woman Dies by Suicide. Advocate Pracha argued that Kuldeep Singh Sengar doesn't deserve bail as there is a threat to the victim and to her family. "She is being harassed and defamed on social media," the advocate argued. He also submitted that some people entered the house of the victim after the withdrawal of the CRPF Security. An FIR has also been lodged in this regard. Also Read | Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: NDA Has Gained Massive Lead in First Phase Polls, Wave Visible in Its Favour in Second Phase, Says PM Narendra Modi. Senior counsel Manish Vasisth, along with advocate Kanhaiya Singhal, appeared for Kuldeep Singh Sengar. They opposed the submissions made by counsel for the victim. It was submitted that appellant Sengar has been in custody for the last 9 years in this case. Only 11 months are left. Earlier, it was argued by the counsel for Sengar that he was not present at the site on April 3, 2018. It was also submitted that the trial court relied on Section 61 of the CrPC of the Appellant's secretary, Santosh Mishra. He talked to the appellant on the phone on the day of the incident when he was not there. However, he was not examined by the court. It was also argued that there was a contradiction in the statements of the two witnesses. There is a lack of credibility and reliability. Senger, along with other accused, was convicted by the Tis Hazari Court in 2018. He is also serving a life sentence in a minor's rape case. These cases stem from FIRs of 2018, registered at Police Station Makhi, Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, which were decided by the District and Sessions Judge (West) at Tis Hazari Courts, Delhi. Senger's counsel had argued that the appellant had been languishing in jail since April 13, 2018, except for a brief period when he was granted the benefit of an interim suspension of sentence by this Court, on account of the marriage of his daughter, and the appellant had admittedly not misused the liberty granted to him. The background of the present case is that on June 4, 2017, the minor daughter of the victim in this case was enticed on the pretext of getting a job and was taken to the house of appellant Kuldeep Singh Senger, where the appellant had raped her. The high court had noted that on April 3, 2018, the family of the minor rape victim had travelled to Unnao for a court hearing when her father, the victim in this case, was brutally assaulted by the accused persons in broad daylight. The very next day, the police arrested the victim, Surendra, on allegations of being in illegal possession of arms, and he had ultimately succumbed to multiple injuries suffered by him in police custody on April 9, 2018. (ANI) (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Nov 7, 2025

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Orlanda Paglia sees many beautiful houses. The mum-of-two is a sales partner with real estate company Williams Luxury, selling high-end homes across Adelaide’s blue-ribbon suburbs. So, when it came to renovating her own eastern suburbs villa, Orlanda had plenty of inspiration to draw on, although she does admit to knowing more about what she didn’t want, rather than what she did. “I didn’t want anything too clinical, and I didn’t want it to look like a box plonked on the back of the original part of the house, and I didn’t want anything too stark,” she says. Orlanda admits that she and husband Mario were in no rush to start the renovation process on their three-bedroom Unley home, which they bought in 2010. Life just got busy, including getting married in 2012 and then raising their young family, son Ed, now 12, and daughter Maeve, nine. “We started talking about the renovation when my daughter was one,” Orlanda laughs. “But you start talking to people, then we met with a draftsman first, then we moved to an architect. It was a long process.” The couple chose to go with award-winning builder and interior design team Craig Linke, whom Orlanda had dealt with through work. “Mario and I had both seen some of their houses and we were very happy with the level of quality and attention to detail,” Orlanda says. The brief for the project, coined “Villa 1890” referencing the year the house was built, was to update the old part of the home, and then seamlessly connect it with the new addition by opening up the spaces, while bringing in more light and warmth. “We’re both from big European families, so entertaining and having our family over is very important to us,” Orlanda says. “Whilst the house was certainly liveable, it was not conducive to being open and having family over and dining together. “Mario is also a very keen cook, it’s his passion, so the kitchen design was very important, focusing on the way it flowed with the living spaces. “Also, I think because of my job, people might assume the finishes and the interior design has been driven by me, but my strength is actually in floor plans. I know it needs to be functional when it comes to spaces, and I know how they work.” With this in mind, the Linke team worked with Orlanda and Mario to flip the home’s floor plan. The original front door on one side of the house, which led into a narrow hallway and past the bedrooms, was moved to the other side of the house. This created a new entry that leads into a small hallway and down to the open plan living space. With the door gone, it was possible to redesign the master suite, which includes a spacious walk-in robe and en suite, but there were still major engineering challenges to contend with. Orlanda wanted to reorientate the master bed so it faced the beautiful French doors and provided views to the greenery of the front yard. This necessitated removing an existing fireplace – no small undertaking. “It was beautiful, and it seems almost a sin, but it just made sense to me to remove it,” she says. “We had a very long bedroom with a lot of dead space before that, and the bed was half a metre from the en suite. “The Linke team were on board but there was a lot of engineering that went into it. They said to me, ‘you know those old, abandoned houses in the country where the only thing left standing is the fireplace? That’s what you are talking about’.” While it was a challenge, all involved agreed that this was the right move. Now, the en suite is no longer connected directly to the bedroom, and is instead accessed via a seamless, concealed door from the walk-in robe. Craig Linke says because of the age of this home, there were other engineering challenges along the way. “The existing condition of the villa meant that extensive repairs were undertaken to the flooring, as well as significant structural repairs to the roof,” he says. “The en suite bathroom is positioned above the villa’s existing cellar space, so pouring a suspended concrete slab above it required careful engineering, planning and execution.” The orange-toned, dated Baltic floorboards in the original part of the home have been given a facelift, sanded back and limewashed, creating a light, contemporary feel to the hallway leading from the master suite, off which are Ed and Maeve’s bedrooms. This hallway then leads down to the new extension at the back of the house. “I think the biggest thing for us was we just wanted something that, yes, was modern, but also brought character, because we do love the character of these old homes,” Orlanda says. “We didn’t want it to feel like you were stepping into a totally different house at the back.” The new extension, which includes a modern kitchen with butler’s pantry, overlooks the open plan living and dining spaces. In a clever use of space, a home office is attached to this area but retains an open feel thanks to the use of steel-framed glass doors, while a second living room for the kids provides a practical room that can be closed off, but is still connected to this hub of the house. When it came to interior design choices, both Orlanda and Mario wanted a classic and timeless feel, but with their own personal touches. “Because I’m in sales, I don’t think we’ve got any intention of selling, never say never, but I was mindful to create something that was not too personal and wouldn’t polarise people. It also had to be balanced to reflect our personalities and lifestyle,” Orlanda says. “For instance, I didn’t want my island bench with just three seats facing one direction. We now have this casual dining area where we can face each other. “That was a big part of the whole design for me. We rarely sit at the dining table unless we’ve got big numbers. “We lead busy lives so I love it when I can sit here and chat to Mario when he’s cooking and the kids are here doing homework. It just works so well.” The five-metre marble island bench is the heart of the home and Mario was very hands on with its selection in what Orlanda describes as “an incredible undertaking”. “He had several interstate trips to look at handpicked pieces,” she says. “He fell in love with the eventual dream piece due to its stark white appearance and striking black/green veins that run through it.” Materials such as fluted glass, steel-framed doors and windows, timber and stone add warmth and texture to the new spaces, including the large stone fireplace, and are carried from the old part of the home through to the extension, creating continuity and connection. Craig Linke says this project showcases his company’s “signature contemporary-classic aesthetic” that characterises many of the Linke projects. “While the overall aesthetic in the addition is modern, classic elements are present throughout – custom skirting boards designed to match the existing and carried through the addition, and a section of old brickwork has been preserved as a design feature. “Elements like a statement steel gantry and a mosaic tiled range hood juxtapose these types of heritage details. There’s a warmth and liveability to this aesthetic.” There is no doubt the gantry is a standout feature, designed to carry the weight of pots and pans, meaning it needed significant engineering to ensure it was sturdy. “The gantry was affixed to timber beams within the ceiling space with gyprock flashing and paint employed to create a seamless finish. It’s a truly bespoke and standout piece,” Craig says. The gantry with its up and down lighting, combined with the strip lighting inside the cupboards, adds a warm, subtle light to the kitchen space. “That’s turned out to be a game-changer,” Mario says. “It’s just stunning.” The kitchen is Mario’s domain, and he is keen to show off some of his favourite elements. They include the Whispair tiled rangehood, the fridge drawer for handy access to drinks (the main fridge is in the butler’s pantry), the seamless push cabinetry, the second dishwasher and the pot tap over the induction cook top. While the six-month planning process and 18-month build were seamless, Mario does admit tensions were high at various points of the project, such as when it came to the inclusion of underfloor heating for the concrete flooring. “I tried three times to get it into the plan but then I gave up,” he says. “It was decided to spend the money elsewhere. Then Orlanda came home from a house appraisal on the Wednesday night, and we were pouring the concrete on the Friday, and she says very casually, ‘Where did we end up with that underfloor heating’. While the six-month planning process and 18-month build were seamless, Mario does admit tensions were high at various points of the project, such as when it came to the inclusion of underfloor heating for the concrete flooring. “I tried three times to get it into the plan but then I gave up,” he says. “It was decided to spend the money elsewhere. Then Orlanda came home from a house appraisal on the Wednesday night, and we were pouring the concrete on the Friday, and she says very casually, ‘Where did we end up with that underfloor heating’. “She had been to a house that had underfloor heating and was told it was a must.” The couple now reflect on that experience as an example of the Linke team’s ability to flex and work with clients, even if it means late-night phone calls and last-minute changes. They now have their underfloor heating. The city-fringe location of their home has always been a drawcard for Mario and Orlanda. At the time they purchased the property, they owned four CIBO cafes including two in the city, managed by Mario. “This location was perfect,” Orlanda says. “He would jump on his Vespa scooter and I think the Italian in him loved getting into work that way.” Another major selling point for the couple, particularly Mario, was the rear-lane access to the property with parking for four cars. The family now comes and goes via this rear garage, and enters the home through a large steel-framed side door, while visitor access is via the newly created front door. Orlanda says while the home they have created on this 750-square metre block works well for now, including the large backyard complete with in-ground pool, she and Mario have already started talking about the next stage of renovation. “We’d like to build a new garage with a self-contained teenagers retreat on top, accessed via the back lane,” she says. “But for now, we are just really enjoying the way these new spaces work for us as a family. It’s exactly as I had imagined … with a lot more togetherness.” This article first appeared in the September 2025 issue of SALIFE magazine.

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

India News | PM Modi to Inaugurate National Conference on 'Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms' on Nov 8

New Delhi [India], November 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the National Conference on 'Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms' on November 8, at around 5 PM at the Supreme Court of India, a press release from the PMO said. During the programme, the Prime Minister will launch the Community Mediation Training Module prepared by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA). He will also address the gathering on the occasion. Also Read | What Is Myrmecophobia? Know All About the Phobia of Ants as Telangana Woman Dies by Suicide. The two-day Conference, organised by NALSA, will deliberate on key aspects of the legal services framework, such as the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System, panel lawyers, para-legal volunteers, permanent Lok Adalats and the financial management of legal services institutions, the press release said. On November 8, the Prime Minister will also visit his Parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, in Uttar Pradesh and flag off four new Vande Bharat Express trains. Also Read | Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: NDA Has Gained Massive Lead in First Phase Polls, Wave Visible in Its Favour in Second Phase, Says PM Narendra Modi. According to the PMO, the new Vande Bharat Express trains will operate on the Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi, and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes. The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat will establish direct connectivity on this route and save about 2 hours and 40 minutes compared to the special trains currently in operation. It will connect some of India's most revered religious and cultural destinations, including Varanasi, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, and Khajuraho. This link will not only strengthen religious and cultural tourism but also provide pilgrims and travellers with a fast, modern, and comfortable journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Khajuraho. The Lucknow-Saharanpur Vande Bharat will cover the journey in approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes, saving nearly 1 hour of travel time. It will greatly benefit passengers from Lucknow, Sitapur, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly, Moradabad, Bijnor, and Saharanpur, while also improving access to the holy city of Haridwar via Roorkee. The Firozpur-Delhi Vande Bharat will be the fastest train on this route, completing the journey in just 6 hours 40 minutes. The Firozpur-Delhi Vande Bharat Express will strengthen connectivity between the national capital and key cities in Punjab, including Firozpur, Bathinda, and Patiala. In Southern India, the Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat will reduce travel time by over 2 hours, completing the journey in 8 hours 40 minutes. The Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express will connect major IT and commercial hubs, providing professionals, students, and tourists with a faster and more comfortable travel option. (ANI) (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Nov 7, 2025

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2026 Holidays Not Optimal For Long Weekends

2026 Holidays Not Optimal For Long Weekends posted (November 7, 2025) EmailThe Ministry of Home Affairs has released its list of public and bank holidays for 2026 - and if you're a long-weekend warrior, there's enough to be happy about - even if the lineup isn't quite as generous as before. There will be the standard 14 holidays next year, matching both 2024 and 2025, but only six of them will create long weekends. But, there will be weekend holidays. In 2026, Emancipation Day and Boxing Day fall on Saturdays and will not be observed on the Monday. There will be plenty of Thursday holidays like New Year's Day and George Price day in January, the 10th September and the 19th November. The holidays that fall on a Monday to create those long weekends are: National Heroes and Benefactors Day on March 9th, Easter Monday onApril 6th, Independence Day on September 21st, and Indigenous Peoples' Resistance Day on October 12th. Copyright © - Naturalight Productions Ltd. The URL of this page is

Nov 7, 2025

Politics

Sargassum Swarm Took A Toll On Tourism

And it continued to pile up after July - and has only recently subsided. Today we spoke to the Executive Director via Zoom from Riyadh where he is attending a tourism conference. He said this year's sargassum load did cause cancellations: Jules Vasquez "How do you see it? The year that went, the losses or cancellations that occurred as a consequence of sargassum. And what can we do to mitigate that going forward?" Efren Perez, Exec Director - BTIA "Well, you know, sargassum had a huge impact. Again, in the traveler coming in, you know, hotels had a huge impact in losses. In terms of, of, of not only, the reservations part of it, but also from their own assets that they had within, within their properties. I mean, the loss is quantifiable. And nonetheless, I think moving forward from there, I think that, we are working very closely right now with Ministry of Tourism for us to be able to come up with a plan whereby, we prepare ourselves from now." "There is continuous dialogue, I can tell you, in terms of looking at the grander picture, in terms of how is it that we can collaborate again. Right now the key here is collaboration between public and private sector. It has to happen. You know, one cannot work without the other. And that's the reality of a private sector is the one who really pushes, and, and really is the, is the money earner for the industry." "And so there has to be, an area whereby private sector sits at the table, for us to be able to have that collaboration at hand, for us to be able to, to, to discuss ways in which, we can combat, the impacts of sargassum on our tourism industry, you know, be it through, getting waivers for, for members in the industry who already have machinery, who already have, investments that they've made, in terms of, of beach maintenance and cleanup." "But also the opportunities that lie ahead where, government can play a key role in terms of making greater investments for us to be able to mitigate the issues." Jules Vasquez "Will there be an emphasis on preemptive planning for the next sargassum season? Because we know it will come?" Efren Perez, Exec Director - BTIA "No, absolutely. I, like I said, I think the discussion has not stopped. You know, we're definitely working hand in hand right now with the Ministry of Tourism." "You know, I've had conversations with both CEO and Minister Mahler in terms of, you know, having, an opportunity right now, like you said, a breeding window for us to really look at what has what has worked and what hasn't worked in this past year, what starting to prepare from now. If we don't prepare from now, we will be at the same point next year where we were fighting sargassum, trying to figure out how we're going to clean up, and being faced to the impact that the industry has in terms of, you know, losing reservations and all, that they lost within, this past year."

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

Belize City's One Stop To Learn All About Garifuna Culture

Belize City's One Stop To Learn All About Garifuna Culture posted (November 7, 2025) EmailAnd, finally tonight, the Luba Garifuna Museum is open for anyone to learn more about the Garifuna culture - but especially in the month of November. The National Garifuna Council's former president explained that he's doing tours for students or any member of the public who wants to broaden their knowledge on the history and the contributions of the Garinagu. We visited the museum and spoke to him today. He says one of the most important parts of preserving the culture is teaching the language. And that's exactly what he's doing with his 6 year old grandson, who recited a poem in Garifuna today: The museum is open from 9am to 6pm. Copyright © - Naturalight Productions Ltd. The URL of this page is

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

Home Invasion Led To Vehicle Theft In Border Community

Home Invasion Led To Vehicle Theft In Border Community posted (November 7, 2025) EmailAnd earlier this morning out in Bullet Tree. Cayo another 2 person robbery was orchestrated- but this one was a home invasion. And - in this border adjacent community, the robbers may have been after a 2013 Dodge pickup truck. ASP Smith told us more: ASP Stacy Smith, Staff Officer "On Friday November 7th at around 2:15AM police responded to a report of an aggravated burglary on Guana Belly Road, Bullet tree village in the Cayo district. Police spoke to an occupant of the residence who stated that sometime after 2:00 AM when he was making his way into his residence he was accosted by 2 male persons who forced him inside his home and subsequently restrained him and stole and number of items from him which include a pick up truck, being a Dodge ram with license plate C-15217 valuing over $45,000. Upon learning of this incident police put into place a number of operational efforts and we have retrieved and are in the process of reviewing a number of video footages that we believe will assist us with this ongoing investigation." "We have not been able to conclusively come down on a position however as you rightfully said it is common for vehicle theft in that area to be with a view of taking it across the border and that is the reason why several operational efforts were put in place and are still underway." "So we are conducting further operations in the area to see where the vehicle may now be stashed, because of the efforts we have made along the border line." Copyright © - Naturalight Productions Ltd. The URL of this page is

Nov 7, 2025

Business

Marketing Board Robbers In Orange Walk Were Efficient, Grabbed $20k

ASP Stacy Smith, Staff Officer "On Friday 7th November 2025 at approximately 10 o'clock a.m. acting upon information of a robbery, Orange Walk Police visited the Belize Marketing Board which is located on San Lorenzo Road in Orange Walk Town where they met and spoke with a cashier who reported that at some time after 9:30 a.m. a male person who was masked entered the establishment and he was armed with a weapon with which he made demands and took a black in color bag with an undisclosed amount of money being the property of the marketing board." "The male person made good his escape with the assistance of another male person on a motorcycle. The investigators in Orange Walk have retrieved a number of video footages which are being reviewed and it is believed that it will assist us in this investigation." The robber reportedly made off with $20,000 dollars.

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

GOB's Car Czar: Sundown Shutdown For GOB Vehicles On Friday's

GOB's Car Czar: Sundown Shutdown For GOB Vehicles On Friday's posted (November 7, 2025) EmailThis weekend you can expect to see fewer blue plates on the highways and streets. And that's because the Asset and Utilities Management Unit is shutting off all non essential government rides at 7:00 pm tonight. Government's car czar Ashton Longsworth tells us that this is the first phase, where the 50 or so vehicles assigned to 6 ministries and departments will be remotely shut down at 7:00 pm tonight. Only vehicles specifically authorized for weekend use by the accounting officer will be operational. Longsworth says that they will add new ministries and departments weekly, eventually effecting a government wide shutdown of all non essential vehicles every Friday night at 7:00. Copyright © - Naturalight Productions Ltd. The URL of this page is

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

Ministry Of Immigration's New Tool To Track Movements At Border Points

Tanya Santos Neal, CEO, Ministry of Immigration "Todays donations 55 desktop computers, 3 servers, 12 rugged laptops and server UPS units is second tranch of an earlier donation and more to come. These will replace all existing MIDAS rec stations at the Phillip Goldson airport. The Belize Western Border station, and the Belize Northern border station and southern border station. The upgrade is a significant step towards modernizing our border management infrastructure, this new equipment will greatly improve system performance, replacing aging hardware that has slowed the processing and created technical challenges, it will reduce downtime and maintenance cause ensuring more reliable and continuous operations. It will also enhance data security and system integrity allowing us to meet modern, international standards."

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

DOE Receives Sargassum Tracking Tool

The National Sargassum Task Force has strengthened its ability to monitor and respond to the sargassum swarm that has been smothering Belize's coastline year after year. Today they received a drone, a laptop and a sargassum forecasting tool. Jomarie Lanza was there: Belize now has in its hands a Sargassum Forecasting Tool, a cutting edge digital platform that will now be utilized under the Department of Environment, by its Sargassum Task Force to track the movement of sargassum along Belize's coastline. Chief Met officer Ronald Gordon explained how a tool like this can enhance their early warning capabilities. Ronald Gordon, Chief Meteorologist "It is not actually equipment but it is a modeling tool used to detect and predict the motion of sargassum. As many persons are aware we do issue a sargassum forecast and we are part of the sargassum Taskforce which includes not only the met service but I believe the Fisheries Department, it includes the Department of the Environment, the Ministry of Tourism and others. That task force has been in effect for several years now and since it came into effect our responsibility at the Met service is to detect and predict sargassum in order for those areas that are going to be impacted to make some preparation. When we started this task, we didn't have much tools or rudimentary tools to use so our forecast was pretty much vague. What this tool is going to help us to do is be more precise in where the sargassum is and help us to be more precise in where we expect sargassum to affect the coastline." And while Belize's beaches, and coastal properties suffered greatly in the last 7 months because of the daily volume of sargassum, the tool comes along when the beaches have cleared. Ronald Gordon, Chief Meteorologist "From what I understand it has decreased significantly since the peak in August or so we do know that Sargassum is seasonal so it tends to peak during the summer months and decrease during the what we call our winter which is December to January so right now although there are some small mats still they are not as big or as impactful as it was previously." DOE's Deputy Chief Environmental Officer says it's better late than never. Edgar Ek, Deputy Chief Environmental Officer, DOE "It is not in its peak right now unfortunately there is a process we have to follow to be able to get the different equipment and tools and we are fortunate that we got it. It is about time because based on the information that we are getting from our regional partners and I must say that Belize is ahead of everybody in the region with everything we are doing in terms of sargassum management, that there is a changing pattern in terms of when shall we expect sargassum. The information coming to us is that we should start to expect sargassum arriving in the country as early as January when we previously were saying the time was around March or so, so with all of these different tools now we are able to, now we can plan ahead of time and it won't get us by surprise." "The department of the environment was the lead institution in developing the project concept through the Central American commission of environment and Development, we had initially developed the entire project components and we shared that along with the ministry of tourism and the ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation and best on their inputs we made a submission to the Central American commission on environment who approved the project and the project is being funded by the government of Taiwan, we really appreciate that for the implementation of the project." The total value of the tool is $190,000 USD, and features 2 target components: one deals with sargassum and the other is aimed at reducing the pollution of single use plastics and other waste. But 80% of the project is aimed at sargassum management. Ronald Gordon, Chief Meteorologist "The module covers the entire country so we can see from north to south along the coast line and it uses satellite imagery to sort of detect where sargassum is and using computer modules of ocean currents it gives us an idea of where the sargassum will go and also give us a timing where those sargassum mats will impact those areas. In addition to that it gives us an idea how big the mats are and what area what volume it covers so in other words we can more or less give residents of those areas some time to prepare in advance of a sargassum inundation on the coastline." The donation was made possible through the SICA AZUL project and support from Taiwan.

Nov 7, 2025

World

US Flight Cancellations Could Lead To Wobbly Start For Tourism High Season

According to the Executive Director of the BTIA, Belize will feel the effects of it: Jules Vasquez "In the near term, in the immediate short term will it create a shortfall at the start of the high season?" Efren Perez, Exec Director - BTIA "Absolutely. I think that, you know, it is unprecedented. But this significantly right now at the start of the high season, pretty much it will definitely have an impact. You know, it is really beyond our control in terms of what is going on in the US. We are hopeful that it will come to a resolution." "Right now it is pretty much trying to see where we can mitigate the impact that we will have. Brace for it. Because, you know, we don't have any control over what is happening. But really look at it from a perspective whereby it gives us now the opportunity, to realize that there is a need to diversify." "You know, we have Central America, I'm very much engaged in terms of really trying to get the whole, regional integration, on point, and really getting members to, to start to look outside of, of the box, pretty much, noh? To avoid situations like these, as you know. You know, if the US sneezes, you know, we catch the cold, kind of thing. And, and it does reflect right now. You know, it's it's a very, it's going to be very challenging for, for many hoteliers right now. In terms of, you know, the impact that this will create, leading up to high season." "I mean, we're, we're, we're really in the high season, as is, these cancellations right now furlough of workers in the airports in the US, all of this has and will have a direct impact on our industry." So far indications are that international flights will not be affected by the cancellations.

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

Cop Fired At Man On Dolphin Street, But Was Anyone Injured?

Cop Fired At Man On Dolphin Street, But Was Anyone Injured? posted (November 7, 2025) EmailPolice were called out to Dolphin Street near Rogers Stadium in Belize City today when shots rang out in the area. Reports on the scene indicated that a well known police officer who lives in the area shot a man causing non fatal injuries. Police would not confirm this though, only saying that "there is a report that the police are investigating; however, the details are not available just yet." So, at news time we can confirm that shots were fired, likely by a police officer, but there is no confirmation that anyone was shot. Copyright © - Naturalight Productions Ltd. The URL of this page is

Nov 7, 2025