India reaffirmed its commitment to «strategic autonomy» after US Ambassador Eric Garcetti said that there is no such thing as «strategic autonomy» in times of conflict. His remarks came soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Russia. The External Affairs Ministry stated that India values its independent policy decisions while maintaining strong ties with the US.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. — Monmouth’s Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) opener saw yet another dazzling performance from Abdi Bashir Jr., who poured in 31 points to lead the Hawks to a resounding 78-56 victory over the Stony Brook Seawolves on Thursday night. The win marks a turning point for Monmouth (3-11, 1-0 CAA), as they move into conference play with renewed confidence.

David Burritt’s remark came in response to the outgoing US president blocking the purchase of the steelmaker by Japan’s Nippon Steel Read Full Article at RT.com

The FSB has detained four teenagers in Ekaterinburg for a terror plot and possessing extremist content Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian servicemen have also hit the infrastructure of Ukrainian military airfields, an assembly shop and a storage site for attack drones, as well as Ukraine’s manpower and military equipment in 132 areas over the day, the Defense Ministry said

The ministry pointed out that 59 Palestinians were killed and 273 others were injured in the enclave in the past 24 hours

The match ended 6-3, 6-2 in favor of Belarus' Arina Sobolenko

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said earlier that the US will soon prepare sanctions against NIS and that he plans to send a request for a conversation with the Russian president for January 25-27

Donald Trump has tapped former Fox News contributor Tammy Bruce for State Department spokeswoman Read Full Article at RT.com

The Fed’s Tom Barkin warned Baltimore business leaders of inflation risks as Trump’s policies shape the US economic outlook Read Full Article at RT.com

Elections in Belarus must be a celebration, not turmoil marred by US-style assassination attempts, President Alexander Lukashenko says Read Full Article at RT.com

Jails across India have been instructed to end discrimination against dalits. Upper caste inmates make this easier said than done Read Full Article at RT.com

Distressing bodycam footage filmed from the helmet of the Ukrainian fighter shows the two men opening fire at each other in the ruins of a blitzed building.

A former Indian Army officer who is fighting to save his illegally built pub from demolition, which serves street flood near a Shakespeare heritage site, has vowed: 'It will remain standing!'

Wayne Rooney left his fellow football stars stunned as he revealed he sleeps with a hair dryer blowing in his face.

Police have named the British citizen confirmed as one of the 14 people killed in the chilling New Year terror attack in New Orleans as 31-year-old Edward Pettifer from Chelsea.

A minister yesterday admitted the Government must 'seriously look' at the impact toxic smoke had on those who fought the 2017 blaze.

In a bold and uncompromising move, President Lazarus Chakwera has sacked Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) Governor Wilson Banda, signaling his growing frustration with the economic standing and his determination to take radical action. Banda’s dismissal, announced today, comes seven months before the expiry of his contract—a clear statement that Chakwera is done tolerating mediocrity […] The post No room for failure: Chakwera fires RBM Governor as he tightens grip on fixing the economy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

I’ve had personal encounters with sex workers who have voiced their grievances, and their stories are deeply troubling. In every profession, there is an unspoken but universally understood principle: a fair exchange of goods or services deserves fair compensation. Why, then, does this basic tenet of respect and decency seem to falter when it comes […] The post Opinion: Gentlemen, sex workers are complaining, pay them after enjoying their service appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Leader of opposition Mallikarjun Kharge accuses the BJP of having vested interests in Manipur's ethnic conflict and criticizes Prime Minister Modi for not visiting the state since the violence started. Kharge highlights that villages have been destroyed, and central government intervention has been insufficient. Manipur CM N Biren expressed regret over the crisis.

The Supreme Court has ruled that non-appearance in response to a proclamation under section 82 of CrPC is a stand-alone offence under section 174A IPC. This offence can continue even if the proclamation is no longer in effect. The verdict clarifies that the status of a proclaimed offender remains despite subsequent developments in the case.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes PM Modi for sending a ceremonial chadar to Ajmer Sharif Dargah, calling it insincere amid disputes over mosques and dargahs. He highlights discrimination against Muslims in housing schemes and urges the government to protect religious sites’ integrity. Union Minister Rijiju delivers the chadar emphasizing peace and harmony without addressing legal disputes.

Shacky Timburwa has said Harare is strongly committed to protecting human rights, contrary to claims pushed by sanction-slapping detractors Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia and Ukraine will sign a peace deal this spring, reporter Dmitry Gordon has predicted Read Full Article at RT.com

Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the UK is open to working with Elon Musk to combat child abuse in Britain Read Full Article at RT.com

Shacky Timburwa has said Harare is strongly committed to protecting human rights, contrary to claims pushed by sanction-slapping detractors Read Full Article at RT.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources has opened a tender for a 10-megawatt solar power plant integrated with a 20-megawatt-hour battery energy storage system.

Mogadishu (HOL) — British MP Sir Gavin Williamson has renewed calls for the United Kingdom to recognize Somaliland as an independent state following a meeting with Somaliland’s newly elected President, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullah, in Hargeisa on Friday. The meeting also included the Minister of the Somaliland Presidency and the President’s Chief of Staff.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali Prime Minister Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke has urged the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) to increase its political and security support to all Federal Member States (FMSs) in the fight against terrorism.

A 64-year-old cyclist died after an accident in Tampines involving a a trailer truck on the morning of Jan 3. Several police and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) vehicles were seen at the accident site, according to a report by Chinese-language daily Shin Min Daily News. In response to queries from The Straits Times, the police and SCDF said they were alerted to the accident at the junction of Tampines Avenue 2 and Tampines Street 11, at around 9.30am. A 64-year-old female cyclist was unconscious when she was taken to the hospital, where she subsequently died, said police. A 44-year-old trailer truck driver was arrested for «driving without reasonable considerations to other road users, causing death», police added. A group of around 10 family members and friends of the victim, including her daughter, were seen at the morgue on Jan 4 morning, reported Shin Min. Police investigations are ongoing. Traffic accidents claimed the lives of 71 people in Singapore in the first half of 2023, a 57.8 per cent jump from the 45 killed in the same period in 2022.

Maria Zakharova rebuked Germany’s Annalena Baerbock for demanding the removal of Russian bases from Syria, hinting at double standards Read Full Article at RT.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 in New Delhi, emphasizing the pivotal role of prosperous villages in achieving a developed India. Held from January 4 to 9, the event aims to enhance rural infrastructure, promote self-reliance, foster innovation, and support rural women's entrepreneurship through various workshops and discussions.

Eminent physicist Rajagopala Chidambaram, pivotal in India’s 1974 and 1998 nuclear tests, passed away at 88. He held significant roles, including principal scientific adviser and director of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre. Chidambaram's leadership established India as a nuclear power, earning him the Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan.