The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) urged the Indian government to protect farmers and small businesses during bilateral trade negotiations, particularly with the US. They emphasized focusing on bilateral trade deals over multilateral agreements. SJM criticized President Trump for his stance on India's tariffs and highlighted the need for national interests to be maintained.

Ukraine surpassed India as the world's top arms importer in 2020-24, with its imports rising significantly due to its war with Russia. India's arms imports, driven by tensions with China and Pakistan, accounted for 8.3% of global imports. India's imports from Russia decreased, while imports from France and Israel increased.

The Modi government and the DMK clashed in the resumed Budget session over the three-language policy and the NEP MoU. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused DMK of reversing their stance under pressure, leading to protests. DMK's Kanimozhi alleged diversion of TN funds and filed a privilege motion against Pradhan for misleading and indecent remarks.

The Indian government has clarified that no commitments were made to the US on reducing tariffs, despite Donald Trump's claims. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal informed a parliamentary panel that India and the US are working towards a mutually beneficial trade agreement, addressing long-term cooperation over immediate tariff adjustments. He assured lawmakers that India's interests would be protected in the negotiations.

The interim govt is preparing to introduce a law via ordinance to expedite the recovery of billions allegedly siphoned off to foreign countries. Investigations are ongoing into 11 prominent individuals and companies, including former PM Hasina. Steps are being taken to collaborate with international law firms.

The first-ever Vanuatu-Australia Business Week has commenced at Warwick Le Lagon in Port Vila, marking a significant step toward fostering economic collaboration between the two nations.

The Chinese Ambassador to Vanuatu, Li Minggang, and Vanuatu’s new Minister of Fisheries, Ocean, and Maritime Affairs, Jack Norris Kalmet, have met to discuss ongoing and future cooperation in the marine sector.

Prime Minister (PM), Jotham Napat, said that Vanuatu will not harbour fugitives or criminals and has zero tolerance for those seeking to use the Vanuatu citizenship program to evade justice.

The Supreme Court has instructed both the Office of the Ombudsman and the State Law Office to re-evaluate and initiate a new appointment for a new acting Ombudsman.

President of Vanuatu Netball Kathie Simon says the pond in front of the Netball court at Stade is an eyesore and needs to be drained, adding that the water smells, it's full of mosquitoes and rubbish.

Judo expert Frazer Chamberlain, 33, appeared in the dock today charged with coercion, stalking and theft offences.

A Portuguese-flagged cargo ship carrying cyanide smashed into a US military oil tanker causing a 'massive fireball' off the Yorkshire coast.

His bombshell revelation came during an interview with Fox Business Network on Monday afternoon following repeated glitches with his site, which has been down for much of the day.

He noted that the company «is not yet sure of the details»

On the evening of March 10, the Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked the Dobryny

SINGAPORE – Financial services firm Chocolate Finance on March 10 suspended instant withdrawals, citing high demand. It said on its mobile app that it was experiencing an unusually high volume of withdrawal requests, so users making requests during this period would have to wait between three and 10 days to get back their money. In a media statement released on March 10, Chocolate Finance said it wanted to “reassure our customers” that it “remains a strong and stable place for” their spare cash, and that customer funds are “always safe”. It said that the pause in instant withdrawals and its Chocolate card transaction service is “not a liquidity issue but a matter of managing our increased transaction volume”. The pausing of transactions on its card is also so that it could “implement measures to manage this volume and expedite the return to normal service”.

Ce 08 mars 2025, le Général Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accompagné de son épouse, Madame Zita Oligui Nguema, a officiellement déposé son dossier de candidature à l'élection présidentielle de 2025. Accompagné de ses proches collaborateurs et soutenu par une foule de sympathisants, il s'est rendu au Ministère de l'Intérieur, situé sur l'avenue de Cointe, pour accomplir cette étape cruciale du processus électoral. Parti du Palais Rénovation, le Général Oligui Nguema a été rejoint en (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, président de la plateforme « Ensemble pour le Gabon » et ancien Premier ministre, figure parmi les quatre candidats retenus le 9 mars par la Commission nationale chargée de l'organisation et du contrôle des élections et du référendum (CNOCER) pour l'élection présidentielle d'avril 2025. À l'approche du lancement officiel de la campagne électorale, prévu le 29 mars, il a tenu une rencontre avec la presse et ses partisans, au cours de laquelle il a exposé les (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Chers compatriotes, Nous avons tous été témoins des dérives du système déchu, un système marqué par des pratiques opaques, intéressées et contraires aux valeurs de justice et de transparence. Aujourd'hui, alors que nous nous engageons pour un nouveau départ, il est de notre devoir de veiller à ce que ces erreurs ne se répètent pas. Récemment, nous avons constaté sur les réseaux sociaux la publication d'une liste de personnes ayant contribué au paiement de la caution de 30 millions pour (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A total of 30 mine rescue specialists and seven pieces of rescue equipment are working in the area

«Zelensky sent a letter to the president. He apologized for that whole incident that happened in the Oval Office,» the US official said, without providing any details

Vucic earlier said he expected the planned rally to descend into violence but warned that any attempts to seize government institutions by force will be harshly suppressed

According to the television channel, several explosions were heard at the base after the air raid

The US-Ukrainian negotiations in Saudi Arabia are expected to take place on March 11

The USAID has been implicated in funding a Ukrainian outfit Molfar, which labeled Vice President J.D. Vance as a “foreign propagandist” Read Full Article at RT.com

After a series of small health issues, Becky's condition quickly deteriorated. When she rang the GP they told her to come in - and gave a terrifying diagnosis

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Kingdom has announced an additional $40 million in humanitarian and health aid for Somalia, raising its total contributions for 2024 and 2025 to over $106 million.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has mandated that all international airlines operating in the country provide Advanced Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) data starting March 31, 2025.

More than 20 states restrict conversion therapy, which health providers say dangerously attempts to change young people’s gender identity or sexual orientation.

Revenue collections from Malawi’s mining sector have shown steady growth under President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration, with projections indicating a rise from MK453.7 million in the 2024/25 fiscal year to MK1.5 billion by 2026/27. This upward trend, driven by the revival of key mining projects and increased gemstone exports, has been hailed by the government as […] The post Malawi’s Mining Sector Under President Chakwera: Revenue Growth Masks Deep-Seated Challenges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s economy faced a difficult year in 2024, with high inflation, forex shortages, and poor agricultural output taking a heavy toll on businesses and households. According to the Annual Economic Report 2025, the economy grew by only 1.8%, a slowdown largely caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon, which devastated agricultural production. The hardest-hit sector […] The post Analysis: Malawi’s Economy Struggled in 2024, but Recovery Expected in 2025/2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.