Mizoram CM Says 40,000 Displaced People Strain State Finances

SC seeks Centre's response on plea to make protest organisers liable for damages

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to respond to a petition seeking to hold protest organisers financially accountable. The plea covers liability for deaths, injuries and property damage caused during demonstrations. It also proposes designated protest sites to limit disruption in densely populated areas. The petitioner further suggests that organisers be required to disclose their sources of funding for greater transparency.

France Deploys Military Assets to Saudi Arabia to Guard Oil Facilities

France has begun sending military resources to Saudi Arabia to protect its oil installations from attacks in the region. The move implements a defense cooperation agreement designed to strengthen security amid rising drone and missile threats. President Emmanuel Macron confirmed that the deployment includes troops and defense systems. The decision comes as recent Houthi militant attacks have heightened tensions and raised concerns about energy stability.

'Stunned': Rahul urges Prez to hold Dushyant Gautam’s appointment as Sikkim guv

VFS Global opens visa application centre in Guwahati to widen access in Northeast India

VFS Global has opened a visa application centre in Guwahati, the largest city in India's Northeast. The facility is intended to expand the company's reach across the region. Residents of the Northeast who apply for visas will be able to submit their applications closer to home. The full article is needed to add the remaining details, such as the opening date, services offered, and operating hours.