Conservation and protection: By documenting all known animal species in India, this list provides a baseline to track changes in biodiversity and identify threatened or endangered species that require targeted conservation efforts. International leadership: India is the first country in the world to prepare such a comprehensive national-level checklist of its entire fauna. This positions India as a global leader in biodiversity documentation and conservation, setting an example for other countries to follow. Informing policy and planning: The fauna checklist will help the government develop more effective policies and programs for wildlife protection, habitat preservation, and environmental management across India. He pointed to the successful relocation of cheetahs to India as an example of the country's effective conservation efforts.

This is after the radio department wrote a letter to the Standard Media Group PLC noting that staff are considering withdrawing their services on the said date owing to outstanding salaries that have not been cleared. The media giant owns Radio Maisha, Spice FM, Berur FM and Vybez Radio, all of which could go off air if the matter is not resolved in time. ADVERTISEMENTRadio Maisha studio owned by the Standard Media Group Pulse Live KenyaThey further noted that salaries for the period between June to August 2023 and February to June 2024 are yet to be paid. Salary arrears at Standard Media Group's radio departmentADVERTISEMENTThe radio team demanded that June salaries be paid by July 2, with Standard Media Group paying 30 per cent of the arrears every month until outstanding salaries are cleared. A collage image of Radio Maisha, Vybez Radio and Spice FM studios, all owned by the Standard Media Group Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENT

"I used to go to Bristol races as a kid," said Newgarden. So the idea of running the Indy 500/Coke 600 double is an idea that has always intrigued him. "I'm not sure it will it will ever take shape, it's really hard to get that all lined up," said Newgarden. Now it doesn't really matter to put everything together is really tough." But that doesn't mean he's closing the door on running the double or maybe Bristol in the future.

Jennifer Tabern, of Napier Street, St Helens, appeared before Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates' Court on Thursday, June 27. Tabern, 53, pleaded guilty to three charges of possession of heroin, one count of possession of cocaine, and two counts of possession of crack cocaine. She was caught in possession of drugs on various dates in March and April at the Salvation Army hostel, in Phoenix Brow, on Kirkland Street and at Napier Close. The court also ordered the forfeiture and destruction of the drugs. Tabern's guilty pleas were taken into account upon her sentencing.

President William Ruto has sought to clear himself from any wrongdoing following the killing of more than 20 people during anti-Finance Bill protests. Ruto insisted that only 19 lives were lost and not 24 as it is claimed by human rights organisations. Ruto said property worth Sh2.4 billion was either destroyed or burned down during the protests. Asked how he felt about the death of a 12-year-old boy in Rongai, Ruto said any life lost must bother everyone, including him. He maintained that criminals took advantage of the protests to destroy property and burn Parliament and other critical government infrastructure.

The Standard Media Group radio department has threatened to go off air starting July 3, should the company not clear outstanding salaries. As a department - we need to have this matter addressed,” the radio team demanded. Inside the studios at the Standard Media Group during the 2022 General Election. For the salary arrears, the team demanded Standard Media Group pay 30 per cent of the arrears every month until the amount is fully cleared. The radio department noted that a meeting with the management had been tentatively scheduled for Thursday, July 4.

The Council underlines the importance of enhanced coordination and complementarity peace efforts through the AU, Igad and neighbouring countries collaboration. Without naming names, the AU thinks external interference is fueling the conflict in Sudan. The Council said there has been flagrant violation of all AU communiqués and UN Security Council Resolutions on Sudan, including last month’s call to allow humanitarian corridors. Khartoum made the accusations on the floor of the UN Security Council. A new report this week said Sudan was already experiencing famine, with over 25 million people facing starvation as the conflict continues.

President William Ruto believes the crisis the country is facing could be a blessing in disguise. Speaking during an engagement with the media at State House, Nairobi, Ruto said the current crisis will help Kenyans talk candidly about the nation's affairs. “This crisis is a very important reflection point for the country,” he stated. “In 2013, the country's debt stock was Sh1.8 trillion. The President noted that the country initiated many development projects over the 10 years but can no longer rely on borrowing.

Police have admitted that they arrested former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter in a dramatic incident captured on the road in Kileleshwa, Nairobi. The team involved in the drama said they staged the dramatic arrest after he allegedly resisted arrest. He is under probe over some allegations among other issues,” said an officer aware of the incident. Keter was arrested as he left a church event in the Kileleshwa area, Nairobi. Keter’s handler would later post on his official Facebook Page "Abducted and taken to an unknown destination.

President William Ruto has responded to the trending hashtag #RutoMustGo during a media roundtable on Sunday. The President said the hashtag does not bother him since Kenyans have a constitutional right to keep his administration in check. "Everybody is entitled to their opinion. I have a job to do. Citizens are free to engage in discourse that they want to but those are the fruits and signs of a democracy," Ruto said.

Keter and his wife explained how they were dramatically arrested on Sunday morning. The team involved in the drama said they staged the dramatic arrest after he allegedly resisted arrest. Keter was arrested as he left a church event in the Kileleshwa area, Nairobi. If indeed this is Keter getting arrested why and where are they taking him? #ReleaseAlfredKeter.”Kanu chairman Gideon Moi said “Today, the nation has witnessed the abduction of former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter in Nairobi, another incident in a series of proliferating gangland-type kidnappings.

At least 23 protesters were shot dead by anti-riot police during the anti-finance bill protests in the country. Rex Masai (l) was shot dead during anti-finance bill protests in Nairobi. When is Rex Masai's burial date? According to the pathologist’s findings, Rex was shot in the thigh and succumbed to excessive bleeding as a result. In fresh updates, Gillian Munyao, the mother, emotionally described her son Masai's final moments before the deadly shooting.

Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo provided the update on social media hours after Keter was abducted by men believed to be police officers. “Hon Alfred Keter is being held at Kamkunji Police Station,” the LSK President revealed in an update on her X account. After assuming office, President Ruto assured Kenyans that abductions and extra-judicial killings would come to an end in his administration. Opposition leaders and critics weigh inGideon Moi: Today, the nation has witnessed the abduction of former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter in Nairobi, another incident in a series of proliferating gangland-type kidnappings. RELEASE ALFRED KETER.

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei is among those who turned against the authorities following the abduction of former Nandi Hills Member of Parliament Alfred Keter on Sunday. We must resist the temptation to adopt extra-legal means even in the pursuit of legitimate objectives,” Kipkorir noted. "Today, the nation has witnessed the abduction of former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter in Nairobi, another incident in a series of proliferating gangland-type kidnappings. After assuming office, President Ruto assured Kenyans that abductions and extra-judicial killings would come to an end in his administration. ADVERTISEMENTHowever, recent wave of unexplained abductions and disappearance of social media influencers point to a worrying trend.

Kanu chairman Gideon Moi has urged the government to release anyone being held unlawfully in any part of the country. While insisting that the government must uphold the rule of law and ensure the safety of all citizens, Moi said desperate attempts to instil fear in the public and silence dissent are unwarranted, uncalled for, and has no place in Kenya. Keter, a fierce critic of President William Ruto and his administration, was arrested around the Lavington area on Sunday afternoon. Police have admitted that they arrested Keter in the dramatic incident. Foreign Affairs in the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs PS Korir Singóei also expressed outrage over the manner Keter was arrested.