Boosting India's blue-water combat, the Navy will commission two indigenous warships and a submarine in the coming month, bolstering capabilities to counter China's influence. This includes the AI-enabled destroyer Surat, stealth frigate Nilgiri, and submarine Vagsheer, all equipped with advanced sensors and weaponry for enhanced operational readiness.

Jigjiga (HOL) – Ethiopian military forces have closed the border with the Somaliland breakaway region following intense clashes between Somali regional troops and armed militias in the Harshin district in Somali region.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia and Ethiopia are working to salvage a fragile peace after a deadly clash in Somalia's border town of Doolow threatened to derail commitments made under the Ankara Declaration earlier this month.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Yusuf Abdi Ali, a former Somali military officer accused of leading a brutal campaign of atrocities during the 1980s, was deported to Somalia on December 20 after decades of legal proceedings in the United States. Known as “Tukeh” or “The Crow,” Ali’s removal marks a significant victory for justice advocates and survivors of his alleged crimes.

The recently signed Ankara Declaration has raised questions about Ethiopia’s interpretation of its commitments, with analysts pointing to its naval ambitions and Somaliland’s role in regional geopolitics.

Libreville le 24 Décembre 2024-Le Président de la Transition, Président de la République, Chef de l'État, le Général Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema a reçu ce jour au Palais Rénovation, Son Homologue ghanéen le Président John Dramani Mahama, vainqueur de l'élection présidentielle du 7 Décembre dernier. Le Président de la République a tout d'abord tenu à féliciter son homologue ghanéen pour sa victoire remportée avec 56,6 % de voix lors de ce scrutin qui a vu la participation de 18 millions (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Arvind Kejriwal alleges plans to arrest CM Atishi and senior AAP leaders in fake cases before the Delhi elections. He claims two new schemes by the AAP government have rattled BJP. BJP accuses AAP of making false promises and misleading the public. They warned against sharing personal data with AAP.

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating allegations of certain Canadian colleges and Indian entities involved in money laundering and human trafficking. The probe follows the death of an Indian family attempting to cross the Canada-US border. Authorities uncovered a network facilitating illegal immigration under the guise of academic admissions.

President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, and other BJP leaders honored Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his 100th birth anniversary at 'Sadaiv Atal'. The BJP commemorated the day as 'Good Governance Day' to celebrate Vajpayee's contributions to India, who served thrice as Prime Minister and was a Bharat Ratna awardee.

Aam Aadmi Party released an AI-generated video of Arvind Kejriwal as Santa Claus giving welfare schemes. The schemes include monthly monetary support for women, free healthcare for the elderly, and free bus rides. Kejriwal also announced an insurance scheme for auto drivers. These initiatives are promised for the upcoming 2025 Delhi Legislative Assembly election.

An informal meeting before the New Year is a long-standing tradition of the Commonwealth

According to Roscosmos, the launch is scheduled for 10:45 a.m. Moscow time (7:45 a.m. GMT)

According to Alexander Novak, the deliveries continued despite sanctions

Two Singaporeans died a day apart while travelling along Malaysia's North-South Expressway this week. A 66-year-old Singaporean woman was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Monday (Dec 23), which resulted in the deaths of six others. 33 people were also injured. On Tuesday, a 29-year-old Singaporean woman, and a Malaysian man died in a motorcycle accident on the expressway, New Straits Times reported. The first accident took place on the northbound route at Ayer Keloh rest and service area near Melaka. It involved a trailer lorry, a tour bus, a Toyota Estima MPV, a Nissan trailer and a Perodua Bezza sedan. Initial investigations found that the dislodged tyre of the trailer lorry caused a tour bus to crash into three other vehicles, said Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke on Tuesday. According to Alor Gajah police chief Ashari Abu Samah, the dislodged tyre landed in the middle lane. «The tour bus then hit the detached tyre, causing the driver to lose control and swerve into the opposite lane [and hit other vehicles],» he said.

Le centre Te Pu Tu Ora a été inauguré cet après midi à Papeete à Fare Ute, par Chantal Galenon, ministre des solidarités et Moetai Brotherson, président du Pays. Une capacité d'accueil de 80 personnes, avec un soutien psychologique et moral pour une meilleure réinsertion dans la société.

Joe Biden’s decision to grant clemency to death row inmates “make no sense,” Donald Trump said Read Full Article at RT.com

Hungary and Slovakia are damaging the EU’s stance on the world stage, a top adviser to Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky said Read Full Article at RT.com

A Dutch court has convicted five men for attacking Israeli football fans on the streets of Amsterdam Read Full Article at RT.com

Joint exercises aimed are another important aspect of the effort to boost the organization’s defense potential, Imangali Tasmagambetov said

His participation in the upcoming meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council of the Eurasian Economic Union is unclear

Iran should not interfere in Syria's internal affairs, the minister of foreign affairs in Syria’s transitional government Asaad Hassan al-Shibani said

Belousov and Austin had a phone call on July 12

An informal meeting before the New Year is a long-standing tradition of the Commonwealth

Telangana Congress MLA R Bhoopathi Reddy warned actor Allu Arjun against criticizing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, hinting at a ban on his films in the state. This comes after a stampede at a theatre screening his film led to fatalities, with Allu Arjun denying any wrongful actions.

The St Andrew South police seized a firearm and two rounds of ammunition during an operation in Tavares Gardens, Kingston 11, on Tuesday. The Hunts Bay police say about 1:10 p.m., lawmen were in the area when a property was searched. They say...

Detectives probing the murder of veteran journalist Barbara Gayle have charged Travis Ellis for her death. Ellis was formally charged with murder Tuesday evening. Gayle was found dead at her Caymanas Estate home on December 17. Ellis was last seen...

The Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB) of the police force says it is ramping up efforts to ensure public safety and reduce road fatalities during the festive season and beyond. It is doing this through increased patrols, public...

Taiwanese authorities have issued death certificates for a Singaporean couple who went missing after a massive earthquake struck Hualien in April. The pair should be presumed dead as they have not been found for over eight months, said the Hualien District Court. According to a Taiwan News report on Tuesday (Dec 24), the court issued death certificates for Sim Hwee Kok and Neo Siew Choo, with the time of death marked as noon on April 3. The couple's relatives, who recently visited Hualien, asked prosecutors to file a request for the death certificates, reported Central News Agency. However, they expressed their wishes to Hualien authorities for the search to resume so they may seek closure. In April, the family agreed to halt the search for the bodies after multiple attempts over 12 days did not yield any results, Taiwan News reported.

The BJP accuses AAP of aiding illegal Rohingya and Bangladeshi immigrants in Delhi by providing them with official documents to use them as a vote bank. AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, refute these claims, alleging BJP's attempts to manipulate votes. Delhi Police recently arrested 11 individuals related to illegal immigration.

Sailings on numerous coastal routes have been cancelled as Environment Canada warns of incoming high winds and heavy rain.

SINGAPORE - The authorities are looking into a case of jobs offered on LinkedIn, supposedly by a branch of the Communist Party of China and its Communist Youth League. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told The Straits Times on Dec 24 that it is aware of the matter and that police reports have been received. Two job listings had been posted on the online platform on Dec 20 by an account that named itself the Communist Youth League of China. The Communist Youth League of China is the youth wing of the Communist Party of China. The listings were for a party branch secretary and deputy branch secretary for a supposed Ngee Ann Polytechnic branch of the youth league. The account that made the listings, and the listings themselves, have since been taken down. MHA warned that the Singapore Government will not tolerate the importation of the politics of other countries into the Republic. «Foreigners visiting, studying, working or living in Singapore should not carry out their political agendas or activities here. We will deal firmly with any individual or group found to be doing so,» it said.

SINGAPORE - Passengers who use ride-hailing apps Grab, Gojek, Tada and ComfortDelGro's CDG Zig will pay more per trip from 2025 when the four operators hike platform fees, a move they say is meant to cover costs arising from the upcoming Platform Workers Act. Grab, the largest ride-hailing firm here, will raise its platform fee by 20 cents from 70 cents to 90 cents per trip from Jan 1, 2025. In an e-mail announcement to its users on Dec 24, Grab said this increase in platform fee will account for contributions to its workers' Central Provident Fund (CPF) accounts, work injury compensation and other welfare initiatives. Similarly, Gojek will raise its platform fee by 30 cents to 50 cents per trip starting from Jan 1, 2025. This is up from the current 60 cents to $1 per trip. The operator, which announced this on its website, said the revised platform fee will range from 90 cents to $1.50 for every trip. ComfortDelGro, the largest taxi operator in Singapore, will follow suit and raise its platform fee by 30 cents to 50 cents, from a flat rate of 70 cents to a range of $1 to $1.20 based on distance travelled and travel time.

Today marks the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Celebrated for his effective governance, he played a crucial role in India's technological and infrastructural advancements. His leadership is remembered for the Pokhran nuclear tests, pushing for economic growth, and bolstering education. Vajpayee's deep cultural roots and literary contributions continue to inspire.

Delhi airport has issued an advisory warning of possible flight disruptions due to low visibility caused by fog. Non-CAT III compliant flights may experience delays or cancellations. The airport's CAT III-enabled runway allows safe landings in severe fog. Passengers should check with airlines for updated flight information. The IMD forecasts denser fog and warns of further visibility issues.