Several individuals were injured when an elephant turned violent during the BP Angadi 'Nercha' at Tirur in Malappuram, Kerala. The incident, captured on video, shows the elephant picking up and hurling a man. This occurred during the annual 'Nercha' feast at the Pattambi Mosque, which commemorates a revered Muslim saint and attracts thousands of devotees.

The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions challenging the appointment process of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners on February 4. The case addresses concerns about the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel, which is seen as excessive executive interference.

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar defended the amendment to election rules restricting public inspection of CCTV footage at polling booths, emphasizing the need to protect voter privacy and prevent misuse of footage through fake narratives. The new rule limits access to CCTV footage, ensuring voter identities are safeguarded.

The political tension in Delhi escalates as the AAP and BJP clash over accusations regarding the renovation of the Chief Minister's bungalow. AAP leaders tried to inspect the disputed property but were blocked by police, leading to heated exchanges. The BJP condemns the AAP's actions as anarchy, while AAP counters with allegations of baseless claims.

The BJP accuses Delhi CM Atishi of diverting attention from alleged corruption in the construction of 'Sheesh Mahal' at Kejriwal's former residence. They question the necessity of another bungalow when the current one is underutilized and criticize the drama around eviction and delayed possession.

[Parliament of South Africa] The Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture has noted with deep sadness the passing of the art legend Winnie Khumalo on Tuesday. Ms Khumalo passed away after a short illness at 51.

[RFI] As the first African country to lead the trillion-dollar G20 group, South Africa will spend 2025 pushing debt relief, climate change and international justice issues. This means there's a lot at stake for Brics and developing nations.

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Beledweyne (HOL) — A federal government delegation led by Army Chief General Odawaa Yusuf Raage and National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Director Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe has reached an agreement with leaders of the Hawadle clan to transfer control of Beledweyne's security to federal forces.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is set to visit Beledweyne, the capital of the Hiiraan region, to address longstanding grievances between the local community and the Hirshabelle administration.

Exposure to the toxic metal resulted in the average person’s intelligence quotient falling up to 3 points, according to scientists Read Full Article at RT.com

Incoming UAVs have been shot down above seven regions, the Defense Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s forced draft campaign has escalated, resulting in violent clashes across the country Read Full Article at RT.com

Evidence of apparent attempts to silence whistleblowers emerged last night as part of a release of High Court documents.

Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova noted that it 'is happening under the model the West is promoting around the world, under the false slogans of freedom and democracy'

According to Alexander Khizhnyak, the friendly policy will strengthen the image of the republic as a peaceful state and a source of sound initiatives

The vice president is currently in Washington

Transporters Association of Malawi has assured the nation that the ongoing fuel shortages are expected to ease by late next week as significant volumes of fuel are currently in transit to Malawi. Speaking in an interview, the association’s spokesperson, Frank Banda, explained that delays in clearing 60 fuel trucks carrying 2.4 million litres of diesel […] The post Transporters Assure Malawians: Fuel Scarcity to Ease Next Week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Defence and Security Committee of Parliament has called on the government to expedite the registration of Mozambicans crossing into Malawi due to escalating political unrest in Mozambique. The influx, largely concentrated in border districts such as Nsanje, Dedza, Mangochi, Chikwawa, and Machinga, has seen over 13,000 Mozambicans enter the country as of last week. […] The post More and more Mozambicans entering Malawi, Parliament wants Govt to fast-track their registration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mayamiko Paul’s journey from a small village in Mchinji to becoming a second-year student at the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a story of determination, faith, and an act of kindness that changed his life forever. In 2018, Mayamiko was just another student struggling to stay in school. Enrolled at Mchinji Secondary […] The post From School Dropout to MUST University: How Bushiri Changed Mayamiko Paul’s Life appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Singapore introduced legislation on Tuesday (Jan 7) to safeguard clans and business associations linked to racial groups against foreign interference. If passed, the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill will allow a «competent authority» to designate such organisations as «race-based entities». The organisations would then have to disclose foreign and anonymous donations, foreign affiliations and their leadership composition. The government can also impose a restraining order to stop an entity from accepting donations from a foreign principal, prohibit anonymous donations or require the entity to return or dispose of donations. In a media statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs said: «Singapore is vulnerable to external actors exerting malicious foreign influence to exploit race or undermine our racial harmony, to achieve their agenda. Organisations that promote the interests of a racial group or sub-group are potential entry points for such influence.»

A 29-year-old construction worker died in hospital after being hit by a concrete pump hose at a worksite in Tengah last Thursday (Jan 2). The incident occurred at around 8.40pm at the construction site for Plantation Edge I and II, a Build-To-Order (BTO) project by the Housing Development Board (HDB). In response to AsiaOne's queries, Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said that the Indian construction worker was carrying out casting works using a concrete pump truck when one of the truck's four outriggers punctured through the concrete ground it was sitting on. Outriggers are used to provide stability in construction equipment.  The machine subsequently tilted and the worker was struck by the pump hose. MOM said they are currently investigating the incident, and that «there must be no compromises on workplace safety at all times.» Construction firm in contact with victim's family Speaking to AsiaOne, HDB said that the worker was conveyed to Gleneagles Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Feeling uneasy after noticing a neighbour standing outside her home, a MacPherson resident decided to made a U-turn towards the lift. But the 82-year-old woman was chased down by the male neighbour instead, who attacked her in the lift of Block 62 Circuit Road at about 12.30pm on Sunday (Jan 5), reported 8world. Tearfully recounting the incident to 8world, the woman's daughter, surnamed Wu, said her mother was kicked in the chest and then to the ground, and her head had hit the floor. «My mum kept shouting for help, but no one dared to approach,» added the hairdresser.  CCTV footage show the man running after the elderly woman and into the lift, with the latter's shrieks captured in the video. The elderly woman managed to escape to the first floor, where other residents called the police and ambulance for help. Wu said her mother suffered multiple injuries from the assault. She vomited in hospital and experienced palpitations and was placed under observation. She told Lianhe Zaobao that she and her mother are currently renting the MacPherson flat and had moved in last July.

Pierre Poilievre also claimed that in the future he intends to ensure the complete security of Canada's borders

According to Al Jazeera, all the incidents have injured people, but their number has not been specified

Wang Yi emphasized that Beijing's commitment to developing relations and promoting cooperation with African countries «is not weakening, but only strengthening,» regardless of shifts in the international situation

The agency notes that the Alaskan authorities were dissatisfied with the decision of the US administration made last December to limit the development of oil and gas leases in the state

According to Robert Kagan, an American political analyst, if Ukraine falls, it will be hard to present it otherwise than as a failure of the United States and its president

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said Canada will never become a US state Read Full Article at RT.com

Greenland’s prime minister has rejected Trump’s plan to buy the island Read Full Article at RT.com

US President-elect Donald Trump has posted maps depicting Canada as American territory Read Full Article at RT.com

The former Liberal Democrat leader was spotted playing padel yesterday in London on his 58th birthday with his son.

Britain is bracing itself for the coldest night of the year, as temperatures are set to plunge to a piercing -16C on Wednesday night, while four weather warnings are in place for snow and ice.