The project is regarded as a major milestone in the development of India’s clean energy programme and advanced nuclear technologies India has launched the world’s first demonstration plant for hydrogen production using the copper-chlorine (Cu–Cl) thermochemical cycle, utilising heat from a nuclear reactor. The new facility has commenced operations at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. This was reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The copper-chlorine thermochemical cycle is regarded as one…

The year 2026 marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Xinhuanet presents “The Path to Success,” a series bringing together leaders from political parties around the world to share their views on the CPC’s governance practices and development experiences. In this episode, Neema Majule, chairperson of Chama Cha Mapinduzi’s Women Wing for Dodoma Region, said that the most successful aspect of the CPC is its ability to maintain a clear long-term vision while…

The eThekwini municipality has allayed concerns of residents of Montclair in the south of Durban on the issue of the flood victims who have been temporarily relocated from a costly flat on Point Road to the area. This was after the municipality clarified that the relocation is not permanent and the lodge will, at some point, be vacant and used only to house victims of disasters on an ad hoc basis while permanent accommodation is being sought. The assurance comes…

The government is ready to introduce agricultural technologies that will help support the sustainability of farms The Zimbabwean authorities have announced that they will support the use of new high-yield hybrid cotton seeds to develop the sector and boost smallholders’ incomes. This was reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. The article notes that the average yield among smallholder farmers is around 0.5 tonnes per hectare, and the main focus is now on improving the quality of seed…

BEIJING, July 01 (Xinhua) — Having finished a delivery, Hou Bo rode his electric motorbike to Yijiashan community in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province — known as “the world’s supermarket.” Instead of rushing to grab his next order, he stepped into a community service centre, took a cup of free chilled mung bean soup and topped up his water bottle. “It’s sweltering out there, and the centre is a welcome break,” said Hou. The community service centre is an initiative implemented by…

Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng is on the verge of joining Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The Buccaneers announced on Wednesday morning that they have reached a club-to-club agreement with Saint-Gilloise, who previously had South African forward Percy Tau in their books. “While the two clubs have concluded negotiations over the transfer fee and structure of the deal, Orlando Pirates can confirm that the move remains subject to Mofokeng passing a medical examination and finalising personal terms with the Belgian…

The plan involves deploying more than 1,800 agricultural advisers across the country to provide technical support and advice in this area The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has begun distributing 100,800 bags of fertiliser to 25,200 smallholder farmers in the states of Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi and Jigawa as part of the revamped Farm Input Support Programme (FISP) in Nigeria, according to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS. This was announced by NADF Executive Secretary Mohammed…

A largely peaceful day of nationwide anti-illegal immigration protests was overshadowed by a shooting in Johannesburg’s Hillbrow on Tuesday, where a 17-year-old boy and another person were wounded after gunfire erupted during a march. Gauteng police confirmed that three suspects were arrested after the shooting, which occurred as protesters moved through the Hillbrow CBD during demonstrations organised by the March and March movement, Operation Dudula and other organisations calling for stronger action against illegal immigration. According to police, the suspects…

KHARTOUM, July 01 (Xinhua) — The Communist Party of China (CPC) has guided the country along a development path tailored to its national conditions, providing “an important reference for developing countries seeking independent development paths,” said Ali Yousif Ahmed, former Sudanese foreign minister. China, under CPC’s leadership, has achieved rapid economic growth and long-term social stability, Yousif told Xinhua recently in a written interview. “Seeking truth from facts is the fundamental ideological basis of the Party(CPC)’s governance experience,” he said,…

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has dismissed Brigadier Rachel Matjeng after an internal disciplinary process found her guilty of multiple counts of serious misconduct linked to her relationship with alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Her dismissal took effect on 30 June 2026, marking one of the highest-profile disciplinary actions taken against a senior police officer implicated in the widening fallout from the controversial R228 million SAPS health services contract awarded to Medicare24. The disciplinary outcome comes as Matlala,…