India has voiced strong concerns at the United Nations regarding threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Ambassador Harish P emphasized the vital importance of maritime security for India's energy and economic interests. He condemned attacks on civilian maritime activity and called for the immediate restoration of safe navigation.

Women's reservation in elections will now be implemented from April 16, 2026, following a notification by the law ministry. This move aims to expedite women's participation in politics. The government is pushing for amendments to the Constitution to allow delimitation based on the 2011 census, potentially enabling women's reservation in the 2029 general election.

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Cameron Hamilton had publicly disagreed with previous efforts to dismantle FEMA. While those plans have shifted, the agency’s future is still unclear.

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A Singaporean man was arrested after attempting to smuggle duty-unpaid cigarettes into the country at Woodlands Checkpoint on April 2. The 40-year-old man had attempted to smuggle the cigarettes in a Singapore-registered rental car, according to a Facebook post by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) on Friday (April 17).ICA officers directed the vehicle for enhanced checks based on information received from ICA's Integrated Targeting Centre (ITC).The ITC operates 24/7 and leverages data analytics to conduct pre-arrival risk assessment of travellers, conveyances and cargo.Officers subsequently found more than 1,300 packets and 217 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes concealed within the door panels and the boot of the vehicle.The 40-year-old male driver was arrested in connection with the case and, along with the exhibits, referred to Singapore Customs for further investigations.[[nid:733718]]esther.lam@asiaone.com 

A fire broke out in the engine compartment of a saloon car at Hong Lim Complex's carpark on Thursday morning (April 16).A video of the incident posted on social media shows flames engulfing the front part of the vehicle sending thick smoke into the air.Meanwhile, a man wearing a blue shirt stood a short distance away with a fire extinguisher by him as a Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) fire biker readied himself.Other SCDF firefighters arrive later to tackle the blaze. They were seen holding up the vehicle's bonnet and directing a water jet at the engine compartment.

Troisième et dernier jour du procès du second meurtrier présumé de Manoa, devant la cour d’assises des mineurs. Manoa avait été tué à coups de marteau par deux frères mineurs au moment des faits, en septembre 2024. Après la condamnation du cadet début mars, c’est au tour de l’ainé d’être jugé. Le fait qu’il ait changé de version en se défaussant sur son petit frère, pourrait alourdir sa peine.

The official commended the role of the United States in facilitating the ceasefire

The launch proceeded normally

Mighty Wanderers Football Club has confirmed that Head Coach Gerald Bob Mpinganjira will begin a ten-day professional coaching placement at Queens Park Rangers Football Club in London tomorrow, Friday 17th April 2026. Mpinganjira will be based at QPR’s TSG Elite Training Centre in Cranford, West London, working alongside the club’s professional coaching staff across their […] The post Malawi’s Mighty Wanderers Head Coach To Begin Professional Development Placement At Queens Park Rangers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Two Malaysians, aged 35 and 39, will be charged in court on Friday (April 17) for their alleged involvement in two separate cases of government official impersonation scam.Following their arrests, the number of Malaysians arrested in Singapore for facilitating scam syndicates to collect cash and valuables obtained from scams now stands at 15.In a news release on Thursday night, the police said the duo were arrested when they separately attempted to leave Singapore on Wednesday.Hand over money, valuables for investigationsIn both cases, the victims were told they were implicated or being investigated for money-laundering offences after they denied having applied for a product or service.They were then told to make purchases for gold or to hand over valuables such as silver bars to facilitate investigations The two victims only realised they were scammed after failing to receive any acknowledgement, or when told to take their time to travel to another location.Police said their officers from the Anti-Scam Command established the duo's identities through extensive ground enquiries and follow-up investigations.

Iran has not confirmed Trump’s claim. Giving up its highly enriched uranium would be a major step toward an agreement.

President Donald Trump announced the agreement, which went into force Thursday evening, as Pakistani mediators worked to extend a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and arrange new talks.

Trump is poised to highlight the tax policy in Las Vegas as a bright spot in an economy many voters say still feels expensive and unsettled.

Au lendemain de sa violente rencontre avec un requin non loin du littoral de la Côte-Blanche, le rameur attaqué, président d'un club de va'a, a transmis à NC la 1ère son témoignage. À la fois édifiant, courageux et résilient.

Battu à 0,37 point par l'Australien Jack Robinson au Margaret River Pro, Kauli Vaast quitte la compétition de surf dès le round 1. Le champion olympique polynésien, vainqueur de Robinson aux JO 2024 de Teahupo'o, s'incline malgré un total de 13,60. Vahine Fierro, elle, se qualifie pour le round suivant.

A man who was cycling along Seletar North Link Road on Wednesday (April15) ended up disrupting his exercise routine, but for a good reason — to help an elderly woman who was wandering along the busy road.It turned out that the police was looking for her as she had gone missing.The cyclist, who goes by the name Kevin, wrote in a Xiaohongshu post that he was cycling along the road when he noticed an elderly woman walking along the far right lane.He said: «My instincts told me something was wrong and that she needed help.»For a moment, I hesitated to turn back, but I felt uneasy and guilty at the thought of not helping — especially since the road ahead is curved and fast moving vehicles, especially trucks and lorries, might not be able to avoid her in time."Checks on the ground by AsiaOne reveal that the road is heavily used by cement mixer trucks, prime movers and tipper trucks due to the presence of precast and concrete plants in the area.There is also a dormitory along the stretch of Seletar North Link, before Punggol North Avenue.

A 29-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday (April 15) for his alleged involvement in a series of e-commerce scams involving the sale of Apple products.Police said in a news release on Thursday night that they have received at least 32 reports from victims with losses amounting to at least $19,500.They were allegedly cheated by a seller who had advertised pre-order sales of Apple products via Carousell, but became uncontactable or gave excuses for delays in delivery after receiving payments via PayNow transfer.The man was identified and arrested by officers from the police's Anti-Scam Command through follow-up investigations.He will be charged in court with the offence of cheating on Friday.If found guilty of the said offence, the 29-year-old may be jailed for up to 10 years, fined, and receive at least six strokes of the cane.Members of the public are advised to avoid making advance payments or direct bank transfers before receiving or inspecting the products. Instead, buyers can opt for secure payment methods such as cash on delivery. 

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President Donald Trump described his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as «very good,» highlighting their strong friendship and India's progress. The leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and the critical situation in West Asia, emphasizing the need for a secure Strait of Hormuz. This marks their third call this year, following discussions on trade and regional stability.