Technology
NASA published a mosaic of the Moon’s farside assembled from Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter images. A thicker crust may help explain the scarcity of dark lava plains there.
World
India’s tribal affairs ministry says about 1.1 million Forest Rights Act claims remain pending. Officials from eight states met in Kolkata to discuss deadlines, records and rejected applications.
Society
Astana says around 400,000 residents and 15,000 organisations took part in its autumn environmental campaign, with work across almost 9,000 courtyards.
Sport
Almaty hosts the final stage of the national archery cup from 11 to 14 October. Spectators enter free; qualifying is scheduled for the 12th and the finals for the 14th.
Politics
Kazakhstan’s first deputy prime minister inspected the Kegen crossing and roads in two Almaty Region districts. Officials were told to meet deadlines and monitor quality through every stage.
World
Britain’s prime minister and Ukraine’s president discussed stronger sanctions on Russia and urged an end to attacks on energy infrastructure and Black Sea shipping. No ceasefire agreement was announced.
Economy
Government, employers and unions agreed principles for AI at work. Decisions affecting people’s rights should still involve a person; the labour ministry also disclosed usage figures for existing services.
Economy
An organic spice shipment left Meghalaya for Singapore during the IFAD president’s visit. Behind it is a cooperative linked to 5,500 farmers and the question of whether investment reaches producers.
World
The US Treasury’s OFAC listed the International Criminal Court itself on 9 October. The ICC rejected the measure and the UN Secretary-General condemned it. We explain the jurisdiction dispute, the operational risks identified by the court and why the full consequences remain uncertain.
Technology
NASA’s KREPE-3 experiment sent 12 small sensor-equipped capsules with a departing Cygnus cargo craft to test different heat-protection materials during atmospheric re-entry. The data may inform future Moon and Mars vehicles, but the experiment is not a crew-ready shield.
World
NASA released a satellite comparison on 9 October showing flooded land beside Thailand’s Bang Pakong River. The newer image was taken on 2 October, after weeks of rain. We explain what its false colours reveal and why it is not a live map of conditions today.
Economy
UNCTAD projects global economic growth of 2.6% in 2026, down from 2.9% last year, even while trade volumes may rise about 4%. We explain why stronger trade does not spread gains evenly and how concentrated AI investment fits the picture.
World
The Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded the 2026 Peace Prize to Navanethem “Navi” Pillay for advancing peace and international law. Her career spans the anti-apartheid struggle and major international courts. We explain the committee’s reasoning and the debate around judicial independence.
Society
Ahead of World Mental Health Day, WHO issued guidance on moving from long stays in institutions to support in the community. Only 9% of reporting countries have fully made that shift, it says. Here is what must replace isolation for the change to work.
Sport
The Shygys Salburyny festival opened in Bozanbay on 9 October. Organizers expect about 150 practitioners from nine countries, with finals on 10 October. The new Asian Cup for traditional hunting with birds of prey brings sport and cultural preservation together.
Culture
Officials in Aktau discussed protection of five Mangystau heritage sites and an ICOMOS–IUCN assessment visit to Ustyurt scheduled for 11–17 October. Here is why an inventory, a five-year plan and visitor management matter — and why the visit is not a UNESCO listing.
Society
Kazakhstan’s robotics team was fourth among 185 countries at the FIRST Global Challenge in Incheon as of 9 October. The competition was still under way, so the rank was provisional. Meet the students and see why the contest tests teamwork as well as code.
Technology
Jinishke in Kazakhstan’s Almaty Region has been connected to OneWeb satellite internet. Officials say public Wi-Fi now reaches 371 villages. We look at the everyday benefits and the missing speed and reliability data needed to judge the programme.
IT
The digital ministry says eGov Mobile has 13.2 million users and more than 1,100 services. Its monthly audience, digital-document uses and QR signatures are separate measures; we explain what each says about real access to public services.
Economy
Kazakhstan reported a $2.4 billion current-account surplus for the first half of 2026, reversing a deficit in the same period last year. We examine the export figures and explain why a stronger external balance does not by itself guarantee a stronger currency.
Economy
The 57th GST Council recommended easier registration, refunds and appeals, plus a higher prosecution threshold. The proposals are not all law yet. India's Goods and Services Tax Council published recommendations from its 57th meeting on 8 October. They cover registration, returns, refunds and adjudication.
