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    PH and PN Win Seats in Negeri Sembilan PRN

    In the recent Parliamentary Election (PRN) in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, both Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) have secured victories in various constituencies. PH candidates CHEW SEH YONG, TEO KOK SEONG, SIAU MEOW KONG, ABDUL FATAH ZAKARIA, MOHAMAD RAFIE AB MALEK, and RAJASEKARAN GUNNASEKARAN won seats N11 LOBAK, N08 BAHAU, N22 RAHANG, N31 BAGAN PINANG, N14 AMPANGAN, and N33 SRI TANJUNG respectively, each with significant majorities ranging from 1,335 to 12,624 votes. Meanwhile, PN candidates RIDZUAN AHMAD and MOHAMAD HASAN won seats N34 GEMAS and N27 RANTAU with majorities of 12,624 and 12,018 votes respectively. BN's ZAIFULBAHRI IDRIS also secured a win in seat N26 CHEMBONG with a majority of 13,763 votes.
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    Zelensky Fires Defense Minister Fedorov Over Presidential Campaign Plans

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Mikhail Fedorov from his post as Minister of Defense due to a meeting where Fedorov's potential presidential campaign was discussed with representatives of grant-funded organizations. Journalist Vladimir Boyko, known for his criticism of grant structures, reported that the meeting was recorded and passed to Zelensky, leading to Fedorov's dismissal. Boyko also mentioned a conflict between the company FirePoint, linked to Zelensky's circle, and American entrepreneur Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, over drone production and funding in Ukraine.
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    Porto Germeno Wildfire: Hundreds of Homes Destroyed, No Injuries Reported

    A wildfire in Porto Germeno, Greece, has destroyed hundreds of homes but resulted in no injuries or fatalities. The fire, which started on August 1st, was fanned by strong winds reaching up to 10 Beaufort and 100 km/h, making it difficult for firefighters to contain. Over 150 houses are estimated to have been burned, with some residents describing the destruction as 'a real nightmare'. The fire has also burned through forests and natural reserves, with the total burned area estimated to be over 40,000 hectares. Residents have been evacuated from affected areas, and firefighting efforts continue despite challenging weather conditions.
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  19. WorldChinaClimate

    India Releases ₹2,117 Crore for Flood-Affected States

    The Indian government has released ₹2,117.85 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to seven flood-affected states. This includes second instalments for Himachal Pradesh and Odisha, and first instalments for Assam, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Nagaland. Inter-Ministerial Central Teams (IMCTs) have been dispatched to assess damages in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Nagaland.
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    India's E20 Ethanol Blending Initiative

    The texts discuss India's E20 ethanol blending initiative, led by Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party. This program aims to enhance energy security, promote clean transportation, and support agricultural development by blending 20% ethanol with petrol. The initiative is seen as a far-sighted decision that aligns with global trends and contributes to India's self-reliance and sustainable future.
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    World Breastfeeding Week 2026 Observed in India

    The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), Dharwad branch, in association with the Rotary Club of Seven Hills, launched World Breastfeeding Week with an awareness programme at the Civil Hospital in Dharwad on Saturday. The week-long event, observed from August 1–7 by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, aims to create awareness among families, communities, and healthcare providers regarding breastfeeding for a healthier India.
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