SYDNEY, Australia — New Zealand is preparing legislation that would ban children under 16 from using social media platforms, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Monday. The proposed bill would require platforms to take reasonable steps to verify users’ ages and could impose fines of up to 10% of a platform’s global revenue for non-compliance.
लेखक: Praveen Yadav
Praveen Yadav is the Founder and Editor at The Nation Bulletin. With over 3 years of experience in digital journalism and news reporting, he covers national affairs, governance, and breaking current events with a commitment to factual accuracy and verified reporting.
US Iran Sanctions: Tehran Threatens Oil Exports
CAIRO/WASHINGTON, United States — Washington is set to unveil tougher economic measures against Iran on Monday, with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent describing the planned action as the “single greatest financial offensive” ever assembled against an adversary. Iran has responded by threatening to stop oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz and elsewhere in the Persian Gulf.
Chennai Rain Alert: Heavy Showers Possible in Hill Districts
CHENNAI, India — Moderate rain is expected across Chennai and several parts of Tamil Nadu on Monday, August 24, with thunderstorms and gusty winds likely in a number of districts. The Chennai Regional Meteorological Centre said a weak low-pressure system in the lower levels of the atmosphere over the Tamil Nadu coastal region is expected to keep weather conditions unsettled across parts of the state and neighbouring Puducherry.
Indian Stock Market Rises on Blue-Chip Buying
MUMBAI, India — Indian Stock Market : Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty gained in early trade on Monday, supported by buying in major blue-chip stocks including HDFC Bank and Infosys amid positive global cues. However, concerns over geopolitical tensions and higher crude oil prices continued to limit risk appetite.
Pranesh M Clinches Kanizsa Open Title After Thrilling Final Round
NAGYKANIZSA, Hungary — India’s 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M clinched the Group A title at the Kanizsa Open 2026 after defeating Germany’s Vadim Petrovskiy with the white pieces in the ninth and final round on Sunday.
India Women Hockey Team Knocked Out by Australia
AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands — India’s women’s hockey team were eliminated from semi-final contention after being held to a 0-0 draw by Australia in a must-win match on Saturday. India needed victory to progress, while Australia could advance with a draw because of their superior number of goals scored.