India has strongly rejected the US Commission on International Religious Freedom's 2026 report, calling it biased and distorted. The MEA spokesperson criticized the commission's reliance on questionable sources and ideological narratives, urging it to address religious freedom issues within the US. India maintains its commitment to religious harmony.

Laufey held her second and final concert of the weekend last night at Kórinn in Kópavogur, bringing to a close a concert tour in which she, among other highlights, filled Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London twice.

Spokesman Esmail Baghaei added that some countries of the region had been in strained relations with Iran for a long time

According to the press service, the Pacific Fleet ships departed from Vladivostok on February 12, 2026 for a long-distance, Asia-Pacific deployment

Yury Trutnev said that Russia is going to provide comprehensive assistance

According to the agency’s information, G7 leaders sought clarification from Donald Trump during a recent conference call

The next cargo mission, Progress MS-33, is scheduled to dock with the ISS on March 24

A 36-year-old Indian national will be charged in court on Tuesday (March 17) for allegedly molesting and harassing a female cabin crew member on board a flight.In a statement on Monday, police said they were alerted to the incident at 4.27pm on Feb 9.Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident occurred when the cabin crew member was serving the man near his seat, during which he allegedly touched her inappropriately.The crew member immediately warned him to stop and proceeded to the galley to prepare for landing.But the man followed her to the galley, where he allegedly continued harassing her by moving closer and cornering her in the confined space, said the police.She shouted at him and left the galley, but he allegedly continued following her to the aisle and only returned to his seat after she reported the matter to her supervisor.

A quiet residential enclave in Katong has come to life in recent days, not because of activities or events, but because of a petrol station — Cynergy Dunman.Residents in the estate told AsiaOne that traffic has been building up in the area for about a week now. «They (motorists) usually start queueing at around 11am, till about 2pm. Then it (traffic) builds up again in the evening, continuing into the night. It's the worst in the afternoons,» said a resident in his 60s, who was seen walking out from Carpmael Road.The man, who did not wish to be named, added that residents in the area have found it difficult to enter or leave their homes, while bus drivers have been obstructed from entering or leaving the bus stop 82131, after 60m away from the entrance of the petrol station.

À Papeete, le premier tour des municipales 2026 place Rémy Brillant en tête avec 38 % des voix. Insuffisant toutefois pour l’emporter dès ce dimanche. La capitale se dirige vers un second tour en quadrangulaire avec René Temeharo, Tematai Le Gayic et Tauhiti Nena.

Ces élections municipales confirment la domination des maires sortants dans plusieurs îles. Si la gestion locale reste au cœur des débats, le scrutin révèle une polarisation politique marquée. Des candidat(e)s n'hésitant pas à parler de combat autonomiste - indépendantiste dans certains bastions.

Le premier tour des municipales en Polynésie française, dimanche 15 mars, confirme la réélection de nombreux maires sortants, mais laisse plusieurs communes stratégiques dans l’incertitude avant le second tour du 22 mars.

Avec 52,5 % des voix (chiffre provisoire), Tepuaraurii Teriitahi renverse le maire sortant Antony Géros à Paea. À la tête de la liste A Poihere ia Paea, l'élue s'offre une victoire dès le premier tour, symbole d’une volonté de changement dans la commune.

Iran issued a stern warning regarding the Strait of Hormuz amid fresh Israeli strikes, while India advised caution for its citizens. The BJP unveiled its first candidate lists for West Bengal and Kerala polls, notably fielding Suvendu Adhikari from two seats. Meanwhile, an LPG carrier safely reached Mundra, and India's trade deal with the US awaits Washington's tariff framework finalization.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor anticipates missing the final two weeks of Parliament to campaign for the Kerala Assembly elections, a departure from his strong attendance record. He highlighted the crucial nature of the polls, aiming to unseat the ruling LDF. Tharoor also noted the surprise early election schedule, leaving parties with limited preparation time.

[Shabelle] Brazzaville, March 16 -- Internet access across the Republic of the Congo was abruptly disrupted on Sunday as voters headed to polling stations to take part in the country's presidential election, a global internet monitoring group said.

[Ghanaian Times] THE Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced reductions in electricity and water tariffs, effective April 1, 2026, for the second quarter tariff review.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THREE individuals have lost their bid to challenge the President of the United Republic of Tanzania's decision to establish a commission of inquiry into incidents of violence during and after the October 29, 2025 General Election.

Governance and political commentators have raised serious concerns over a lakeside meeting between the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC) and the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM), warning that the timing threatens to cast doubt on the credibility of Parliament’s ongoing inquiry into the controversial K128.7 billion acquisition of Amaryllis Hotel. Critics say the optics […] The post “The Optics Are Deeply Problematic”: Experts Question PAC’s Lakeside Meeting with RBM Ahead of Amaryllis Inquiry appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Public outrage is mounting after documents circulating in the public domain revealed that government has awarded a US$25 million fuel supply contract to a company linked to controversial businessman Zuneth Sattar, a figure long associated with high-profile corruption scandals involving Malawi. According to the documents, the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) Board of Directors […] The post Govt Hands US$25m Fuel Contract to Controversial Businessman Zuneth Sattar appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Northern Region Chapter of the Young Politicians Union (YPU) has sharply condemned remarks made by Jappie Mhango, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Vice President for the Northern Region, describing them as reckless, demeaning and deeply disrespectful to the office of the country’s Second Vice President. In a strongly worded statement, the youth grouping accused […] The post Young Politicians Condemn Jappie Mhango’s “Disrespectful” Remarks Against Vice President Chihana appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Leader of Opposition Simplex Chithyola Banda has demanded that President Peter Mutharika immediately fire Joseph Mwanamveka, the Minister of Finance, and Frank Mbeta, the Attorney General, while also suspending George Partridge, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Malawi, over their alleged links to the controversial Amaryllis Hotel deal. Delivering a fiery point of order in […] The post Chithyola tells Mutharika to Fire Mwanamveka, Mbeta and Suspend Partridge Over Their Role in Amyrillis Deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

NICO Group Malawi has emphasized on the importance of honesty and trust in the financial services sector describing them as crucial in as far as building a great legacy is concerned. The Group’s Managing Director, Vizenge Kumwenda made the remarks during a special official farewell which the company organized to celebrate the remarkable work and […] The post NICO Group says honesty and trust key in financial services sector appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

À Owendo, la reconnaissance des initiatives citoyennes engagées dans la consolidation de la démocratie locale s'est récemment matérialisée à travers la distinction honorifique attribuée à l'Alliance Indépendante pour le Renouveau (AIR), à l'occasion d'une cérémonie officielle de remise du Prix de la Démocratie et de l'Engagement Citoyen. Cette récompense vient consacrer l'action continue menée par cette organisation dans les domaines social, économique, politique et culturel, ainsi que (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Depuis le début du conflit impliquant l'Iran, les Etats-Unis et Israël, déclenché le 28 février 2026, les tensions dans le golfe Persique semblent rappeler un épisode marquant de l'histoire régionale : la « guerre des pétroliers », survenue durant la guerre Iran-Irak. Entre 1981 et 1988, lors de la Tanker War, l'Iran et l'Irak ont mené des attaques répétées contre des navires marchands dans le golfe Persique et le détroit d'Ormuz afin de fragiliser l'économie pétrolière de (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le mardi 10 mars 2026 restera une date sombre pour notre système éducatif. En se jetant d'une passerelle sous les yeux de sa mère et de ses camarades, Mac Steven Mombo Kombila, élève en classe de 1ère au Lycée National Léon Mba, n'a pas seulement mis fin à ses jours. Il a brisé le miroir de nos dénis collectifs. Alors que les premiers échos médiatiques se focalisent sur l'enquête pour stupéfiants qui visait le jeune homme, il est temps de poser la question que nous fuyons tous : (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

“The situation is now improving. It appears that Holtavörðuheiði and the road to Blönduós have been reopened, and people have begun leaving the emergency shelters,” said Pétur Björnsson, chief superintendent with the police in Northwest Iceland, in an interview with mbl.is.