Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, AAP's Manish Sisodia accuses BJP of failing to manage law and order in Delhi. Sisodia claims BJP poses the biggest threat to slum dwellers, alleging BJP’s plans to demolish slum clusters. Meanwhile, ED receives authorization to prosecute AAP leaders in an alleged liquor scam.

An election official has requested the Delhi police to file a case against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma for allegedly distributing shoes to voters, violating the Model Code of Conduct. This isn't the first controversy involving Verma, who previously handed cash to women voters. The Delhi assembly election results will be announced on February 8.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage-IV of GRAP in Delhi-NCR due to severe pollution. Restrictions include banning construction, stone crushers, and BS-III petrol/BS-IV diesel vehicles in key areas, with exceptions for essential services and adapted vehicles for persons with disabilities.

India inducted three domestically manufactured naval vessels - two warships and a submarine - highlighting its military manufacturing capabilities and commitment to defense autonomy, countering China's influence and Pakistan's naval expansion. This aligns with Modi's vision for naval improvement and domestic production. Notably, 75% of components were produced domestically.

The Senate is accelerating the confirmation process Wednesday for President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet choices, scheduling half a dozen hearings.

Jonathan Wilkinson noted that a possible introduction of 25% duties by the new US administration on all goods from Canada would force Ottawa to resort to «tit-for-tat» retaliatory measures

According to the Houthi spokesman, the operation was carried out when the US ships were trying to attack Yemen

Money transfers to Georgia from various countries of the world amounted to $3.4 bln in 2024, down by 19% compared with 2023

Citing information from Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service, the report states that during the military conflict in Ukraine, «a total of roughly 3 million citizens» left the country and never returned

Also in 2024, the production of many armaments increased, taking into account the experience of combat operations, Dmitry Medvedev said

RIYADH: Hundreds of Yemenis who lost limbs in the country’s civil war were given services through a Saudi-backed medical center in Aden Governorate, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. With the support of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, the Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center provided 452 people with various services, including fitting, and rehabbing prosthetic limbs.

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has helped to treat 452 Yemenis, who lost limbs because of the ongoing conflict, at the Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center in Aden governorate, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently. A total of 1,407 procedures were completed for men, who made up 65 percent of patients, and women at 35 percent. In addition, 54 percent were displaced individuals and 46 percent residents. The services included the manufacturing and fitting of prosthetic limbs, as well as physical therapy.

RIYADH: Japan’s Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Yoji Muto held discussions on cooperation with Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz on Tuesday. The officials reviewed current ties and stressed the importance of joint efforts in energy transitions, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministers welcomed the progress made under the Manar Initiative, which is a Saudi-Japan effort to promote clean energy. The initiative was launched after former Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to Saudi Arabia in 2023.

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has distributed 2,028 food parcels in Pakistan’s flood-affected Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions, benefiting 13,159 people, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently. Sunday’s initiative forms part of this year’s Food Security Support Project in Pakistan. The aid reflects the Kingdom’s ongoing humanitarian efforts through KSrelief to assist needy individuals in Pakistan.

RIYADH: Japan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Yasunari Morino attended the opening ceremony of the “Manga Hokusai Manga” exhibition here on Tuesday. Held at the Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art, the show is one of many upcoming events celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The exhibition celebrates the work of renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. In his speech, Morino said it was a “delight to see more and more Saudi people enjoying the Japanese culture from (the) traditional to contemporary.”

Keir Starmer insisted the government will stick to its fiscal rules as he clashed with Kemi Badenoch at PMQs.

Oliver, 49, discovered he had dyslexia, which causes issues with reading, writing and spelling, as a child.

Shadow MP for Salima South Constituency, Alice Kumanda, has become a beacon of hope for the youth in her area by providing scholarships to over 30 students pursuing various technical courses at institutions across the country. Her unwavering commitment to education is transforming lives and building a brighter future for her community. On Monday, Kumanda […] The post Alice Kumanda: Championing Education and Youth Empowerment in Salima South appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

When we hear the word “martyr,” our minds often wander to figures enshrined in faith and sacrifice—beacons of devotion like St. Kizito and St. Charles Lwanga, honored for their courage. A martyr, however, is not merely a passive victim of persecution. They are individuals who endure immense hardship, even death, as a resolute stand against […] The post John Chilembwe: The visionary who defied oppression appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

"I remember it vividly. As if it had happened yesterday. Incident by incident. It's just stuck in my mind and has always been there," says Anna Lind Ragnarsdóttir, a native of Súðavík, who experienced the avalanche in Súðavík 30 years ago.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya is on high alert after the confirmation of 8 Marburg virus-related deaths in Kagera region of Tanzania.

[New Zimbabwe] THE Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2024 Total Energies CAF African Nations Championships (CHAN) tournament to August due to poor infrastructure in the three co-hosting nations - Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.

Can a mansion ever be a bargain? The answer is definitely 'yes'.

The British actor, 62, won his first and only BAFTA 32 years ago for his hit holocaust film, Schindler's List.

Le lundi 13 janvier 2025, le Ministre du Tourisme et de l'Artisanat, Pascal Ogowe Siffon, a rencontré les membres du Club Tourisme du Gabon (CTG), dirigés par leur présidente, Jocelyne Halajko, accompagnée de Andagui et Monsieur Tigoue. Les discussions ont principalement porté sur l'organisation de la Caravane Touristique du Gabon 2025, un événement ambitieux et inclusif, visant à structurer davantage le secteur touristique du pays à travers des partenariats solides, notamment avec le (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le Secrétaire général de la Présidence de la République a dévoilé la liste des nouveaux membres du gouvernement de la transition, conduits par Raymond Ndong Sima, Premier ministre. 1/ PREMIER MINISTRE, CHEF DU GOUVERNEMENT DE LA TRANSITION : Monsieur Raymond NDONG SIMA 2/ VICE-PREMIER MINISTRE, MINISTRE DE LA PLANIFICATION ET DE LA PROSPECTIVE : Monsieur Alexandre BARRO CHAMBRIER MINISTRES D'ETAT 3/ MINISTRE D'ETAT, MINISTRE DES TRAVAUX PUBLICS : Général Flavien NZENGUI NZOUNDOU (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[VOA] Johannesburg -- Rescue operations were underway at a gold mine in South Africa's North West province where hundreds of illegal miners have been underground for months.

[The Herald] Ranga Mataire -- MOZAMBIQUE's Daniel Chapo is set to be sworn in today as the fifth President of the former Portuguese colony, which gained its independence on June 25, 1975.

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) project requires an additional 80 billion Birr to complete its remaining construction work, despite reaching 97.6% completion, according to the GERD Project Coordination Office.

The Kremlin says Faustin-Archange Touadera will hold bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin Read Full Article at RT.com