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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

PM Modi expressed dissatisfaction with NCERT chapters!

PM Modi raised concerns about the content of NCERT textbooks, specifically regarding alleged corruption in the judiciary, during a Cabinet meeting, prompting serious discussions within the central government.

Feb 26 • 13:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'What are we teaching our children...,' PM Modi expressed displeasure over NCERT chapter in Cabinet meeting

PM Modi expressed strong displeasure in a Cabinet meeting regarding the inclusion of alleged judicial corruption in an NCERT textbook for eighth graders.

Feb 26 • 12:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mitsotakis' remarks towards critics of agreements with Chevron, Exxon: 'Let not the professional worriers be disturbed'

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the agreements with Chevron and ExxonMobil during a cabinet meeting, pushing back against critics and emphasizing Greece's strategic role in European energy distribution.

Feb 26 • 09:27 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Fire reported in electrical cabinet in Vesturbær

A fire has been reported in an electrical cabinet in the Vesturbær district.

Feb 25 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Energy agreements with the Chevron - HelleniQ Energy consortium in Thursday's Cabinet meeting

Greece's Cabinet is set to discuss energy agreements with Chevron and HelleniQ Energy, alongside topics including artificial intelligence in the arts and legislation against illegal betting.

Feb 25 • 17:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

When Trump speaks to Congress, one cabinet member is in a secret location – a grim reason behind it

During President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, one cabinet member, known as the designated survivor, was located in a secret area monitored by the Secret Service as a precaution against possible catastrophes.

Feb 25 • 02:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Balcázar changes at the last minute his chosen Prime Minister in Peru

Peru's interim president, José María Balcázar, has unexpectedly replaced his chosen Prime Minister, economist Hernando de Soto, with Denisse Miralles, amid a transitional cabinet formation.

Feb 25 • 02:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Is ordering the sale of farmland communist? Is Lee Seung-man, who established 'land for those who farm it' also a communist?','summary_en':'President Yoon emphasized that the order for farmland sales is a legal measure to combat speculative land transactions, dismissing critics who likened it to communist policies.','summary_long_en':'President Yoon Sook-yeol of South Korea has defended his administration’s directive to order the sale of farmland, clarifying that the measure is intended to prevent speculative transactions in agricultural land. During a recent cabinet meeting, he specified that the government is not targeting inherited farmland or land that is intentionally left unused due to the owner's age or other circumstances. Instead, he indicated that the focus is on instances where individuals acquire farmland under the guise of farming plans but fail to utilize the land for agricultural purposes thereafter. Yoon reiterated the constitutional principle of

President Yoon emphasized that the order for farmland sales is a legal measure to combat speculative land transactions, dismissing critics who likened it to communist policies.

Feb 25 • 00:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Adorni met with G6 businessmen, focusing on labor reform and job creation

Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni held a meeting with G6 business leaders, emphasizing labor reform and job creation as key issues.

Feb 24 • 23:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New Cabinet in Peru: Denisse Miralles Takes Office as Prime Minister and Leaves Hernando de Soto Out

Denisse Miralles has been sworn in as Peru's new Prime Minister, succeeding Hernando de Soto, amid last-minute disagreements regarding the cabinet formation.

Feb 24 • 23:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Insecurity in Mendoza: a minister's truck was stolen while visiting another cabinet official's house

Minister of Finance of Mendoza, Víctor Fayad, had his truck stolen during a visit to a fellow cabinet member's residence, highlighting public safety concerns in the region.

Feb 24 • 18:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Minister under investigation over targeting of reporters makes late donation declaration

A UK Cabinet Office minister, Josh Simons, is under investigation for allegedly targeting journalists and has belatedly declared personal donations linked to a controversy.

Feb 24 • 14:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Milei leads the first Cabinet meeting of the year: preparing to announce a series of legislative projects on March 1

Javier Milei chaired his first Cabinet meeting of the year in Casa Rosada, focusing on legislative initiatives following the approval of labor reform.

Feb 24 • 14:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Customs and Federal Criminal Police: Cabinet Discusses Action Plan Against Organized Crime

The German federal cabinet is set to approve an action plan against organized crime, focusing on enhanced digital analysis powers and stronger investigations into money laundering.

Feb 24 • 13:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why is the name of Kerala being changed? Read the story behind Keralam

The Indian central cabinet has approved the proposal to change the state's name from Kerala to Keralam, reviving a long-standing discussion on its linguistic identity.

Feb 24 • 13:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei gathers his cabinet at the Casa Rosada for the first time this year

Javier Milei convenes his national cabinet for the first time in 2026 to discuss key legislative issues.

Feb 24 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cabinet meeting to be held on Thursday

The Greek Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, is scheduled to meet at the Maximos Mansion on February 26.

Feb 24 • 11:36 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Mitsotakis: New increase in the minimum wage at the end of March

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that a new increase in the minimum wage is expected at the end of March, with decisions to be made by the Cabinet during that time.

Feb 24 • 10:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Approval Received to Change Kerala's Name, Cabinet Gives Green Signal

The Indian Cabinet has approved a proposal to change the name of Kerala to 'Keralam' ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, seen as a move to strengthen the state's cultural and linguistic identity.

Feb 24 • 10:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Transport Department Projects Sh37.7bn Budget Shortfall

The Kenyan Transport Cabinet Secretary has highlighted a projected Sh37.7 billion budget shortfall for the State Department for Transport in the upcoming financial year, which could affect crucial programs.

Feb 24 • 08:49 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi explains the removal of his column: 'I have not updated it for a long time'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi explained the deletion of his political column from his official website, citing a lack of time since taking office.

Feb 24 • 05:51 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Japan-US Tariff Agreement, Chief Cabinet Secretary 'To Implement Steadily' Due to Trump’s 15% Announcement

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary has confirmed that the country will steadily implement the tariff agreement with the U.S. in response to President Trump's announcement of a 15% alternative tariff.

Feb 24 • 03:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Strong clash between Manuel Adorni and Mayra Mendoza over municipal rates: 'The only one who thinks she's clever is you'

A heated exchange took place between Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni and Deputy Mayra Mendoza regarding municipal tax rates, igniting accusations about inflation and fiscal responsibilities between the national and provincial governments.

Feb 24 • 02:12 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Committee amends Liberal clause in budget bill that critics say ‘dynamites the rule of law’

The Canadian finance committee has passed Conservative amendments to a budget bill, addressing concerns about a clause that allows cabinet ministers to exempt entities from federal laws for up to three years.

Feb 23 • 22:38 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Liberals accept Tory budget changes on sweeping cabinet power proposals

The Canadian federal Liberals accepted a Conservative proposal to add restrictions on new cabinet powers aimed at enhancing competitiveness, amid concerns over the implications for democracy.

Feb 23 • 21:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Communication is key to the chances of Send reforms succeeding

Bridget Phillipson's focus on special educational needs during her first week as a cabinet minister highlights the urgency and personal connection many MPs have to the issue, suggesting significant reforms may be on the horizon.

Feb 23 • 19:46 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Ggoobi Directs Accounting Officers to Seek Cabinet Clearance Before Signing Governance Agreements

The Ugandan Secretary to the Treasury has instructed government officials to obtain Cabinet approval before signing governance-related agreements with development partners.

Feb 23 • 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Govt Tightens Controls On Governance Deals and ICT Spending in 2026/27 Budget

The Ugandan government has implemented stricter controls on governance-related projects and ICT spending in the upcoming budget, mandating Cabinet approval for all related contracts and agreements.

Feb 23 • 18:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Cabinet Abolished Its Councils for Competitiveness and Memory Agenda

The Czech cabinet has decided to abolish its councils focused on competitiveness and memory agenda due to operational inefficiencies.

Feb 23 • 14:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After the labor reform, Adorni announced that he has 50 bills under consideration: "A busy year is ahead in Congress"

Manuel Adorni, Argentina's Chief of Cabinet, announced that following the recent labor reform approval, he has 50 legislative projects in the pipeline, indicating a busy congressional year ahead.

Feb 23 • 12:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Defense sets up crisis cabinet to monitor rains in the coast of SP

The São Paulo Civil Defense established a crisis cabinet to manage the response to severe rains on the state's coastline and dispatched humanitarian aid to the most affected municipalities.

Feb 23 • 11:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Skiers in Levi Had to Spend the Night Without Electricity

Skiers in Levi experienced a power outage overnight due to a burnt electrical cabinet, affecting around 80 customers in the area.

Feb 23 • 09:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains on the coast of SP lead Civil Defense to mobilize crisis cabinet

The State Civil Defense of Brazil has activated its crisis cabinet to respond to severe rain impacting the São Paulo coast.

Feb 23 • 02:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Situation in Levi

A power cabinet is burning in the Rakkavaara area of Levi, leaving over 800 homes without electricity.

Feb 22 • 18:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Netherlands: Just Govern, Simply Govern

The article discusses the shift in Dutch governance as a new centrist coalition led by Rob Jetten replaces a right-populist cabinet, focusing on substantial changes in climate policy and asylum laws.

Feb 22 • 11:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Top minister quizzed on Andrew judge-led inquiry calls - 'no one above law'

A UK minister suggested the possibility of a judge-led inquiry following the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Feb 22 • 09:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Kläbo adds 11th Olympic gold to trophy cabinet, Alev and Himma in the top 30

Johannes Hösflot Kläbo won the men's 50 km classic marathon at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, marking his 11th Olympic victory, while Alvar Johannes Alev and Martin Himma achieved career-best finishes in the Olympics.

Feb 21 • 06:05 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

SIM card ban, Europe takes action against TikTok and Shein platforms. Technology news

Latvia is considering banning unregistered SIM cards to combat phone scams, with a proposal already submitted to the cabinet for review.

Feb 21 • 04:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The End of the First Crisis: Babiš Did Not Surprise, Motorists in a Pinch. And It's Not Just the Turk's Fault

The Czech government, led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, is set to finalize its cabinet formation with Igor Červený taking over as Environment Minister after the withdrawal of Filip Turk, amidst continuing challenges for the Motorist party.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After salary increase approval, Chamber adjusts cabinet fund and parliamentary quota value

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has announced an adjustment in the cabinet funds and parliamentary quotas following the recent approval of salary increases for its staff.

Feb 21 • 02:12 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Starmer appoints ‘Queen of Woke’ as UK’s top civil servant – Reform UK

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Antonia Romeo as the new cabinet secretary, facing criticism from Reform UK for her focus on diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Feb 20 • 17:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Adorni calls a political table and the Cabinet to define legislative priorities after labor reform

Manuel Adorni, the chief of ministers, is convening political and Cabinet meetings to prioritize legislative agendas following the recent labor reform approval in Argentina.

Feb 20 • 15:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

35 Agendas Finalized, International Airport to be Built in Sonpur... Big Decision by Nitish's Cabinet

The Bihar government has approved plans for an international airport in Sonpur following a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Feb 20 • 14:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chief of Cabinet of Taboão da Serra claims use of 'strong drugs' made him forget to remove fake plates from Legislative Power on his car

The Chief of Cabinet in Taboão da Serra was detained for driving a vehicle with fake legislative plates and attributed his oversight to the effects of medication.

Feb 20 • 11:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rekha Gupta's government completes one year in Delhi

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, presented the government's report card marking one year of the BJP government during a press conference with cabinet ministers.

Feb 20 • 10:17 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

No Memory of the Accident: Driver of Cabinet Office Vehicle Explains as Investigation Proceeds

A Cabinet Office vehicle accident in Tokyo resulted in one death and six injuries, prompting the police to search the driver's company for evidence of negligence.

Feb 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon directs Cabinet to review loan extension regulations for existing multiple homeowners

President Yoon has instructed his Cabinet and secretariat to assess regulatory measures regarding loan extensions for existing multiple homeowners, emphasizing fairness in financial policies.

Feb 20 • 01:06 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Question Marks Over Consumption Tax Cut as Prime Minister's Main Focus is 'Tax Credit with Benefits'

The new cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to explore a temporary consumption tax cut, but the Prime Minister emphasizes that it is merely a stopgap measure with a larger aim of introducing a system of tax credit with benefits for low and middle-income earners.

Feb 19 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Weekly news quiz: Museum robberies, the Lunar New Year and a new shadow cabinet

ABC News AU offers a weekly quiz covering recent events including museum robberies, the Lunar New Year celebrations, and updates on a new shadow cabinet in Australia.

Feb 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Farage’s Fab Four: will Jenrick end Reform’s ‘one-man band’?

Reform UK unveils its shadow cabinet amidst scrutiny over its credibility as a genuine political party, as Nigel Farage seeks to redefine its identity.

Feb 19 • 15:06 UTC

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