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Underwater tunnel across Brahmaputra gets govt nod

India is set to construct its first twin-tube underwater tunnel across the Brahmaputra River in Assam, connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh. This 15.8km project will feature one tube for a single rail track and the other for vehicles, significantly reducing trave

JustGiving could face investigation over claims it uses underhand tactics to get more money from donors in order to boost its profits

JustGiving, which processed more than £580 million in donations last year, is being examined by the Fundraising Regulator over the way it encourages users to leave optional 'tips' for the company.
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JustGiving could face investigation over claims it uses underhand tactics to get more money from donors in order to boost its profits

JustGiving, which processed more than £580 million in donations last year, is being examined by the Fundraising Regulator over the way it encourages users to leave optional 'tips' for the company.

Macron facing pushback against Ukraine deployment plan – Le Monde

The French opposition insists that troop deployments to Ukraine must be backed by the UN, according to Le Monde Read Full Article at RT.com
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Macron facing pushback against Ukraine deployment plan – Le Monde

The French opposition insists that troop deployments to Ukraine must be backed by the UN, according to Le Monde Read Full Article at RT.com

Southeast Asian country first to block Musk’s Grok over deepfake porn

Indonesia has temporarily restricted access to xAI’s flagship chatbot amid growing criticism Read Full Article at RT.com
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Southeast Asian country first to block Musk’s Grok over deepfake porn

Indonesia has temporarily restricted access to xAI’s flagship chatbot amid growing criticism Read Full Article at RT.com

Air defenses down 33 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions in seven hours

On-duty air defenses intercepted and destroyed 33 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles between 9 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Moscow time (6 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. GMT)
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Air defenses down 33 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions in seven hours

On-duty air defenses intercepted and destroyed 33 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles between 9 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Moscow time (6 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. GMT)

Indian Navy to hold joint services multi-speciality medical camp in Lakshadweep from Jan 12 to 16

The Indian Navy is organizing a multi-speciality medical camp in Lakshadweep from January 12-16, offering comprehensive healthcare to island residents. This joint services initiative will provide specialist consultations, treatments, and surgical procedures,
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Indian Navy to hold joint services multi-speciality medical camp in Lakshadweep from Jan 12 to 16

The Indian Navy is organizing a multi-speciality medical camp in Lakshadweep from January 12-16, offering comprehensive healthcare to island residents. This joint services initiative will provide specialist consultations, treatments, and surgical procedures, including cataract surgeries, aiming to supplement existing healthcare services and strengthen community ties.

Three drug peddler arrested in JK's Udhampur, Jammu

Police apprehended three individuals suspected of drug peddling in Udhampur and Jammu districts on Saturday. Authorities recovered a total of 7.53 grams of heroin from two separate car searches. The arrested individuals have been booked under the NDPS Act, an
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Three drug peddler arrested in JK's Udhampur, Jammu

Police apprehended three individuals suspected of drug peddling in Udhampur and Jammu districts on Saturday. Authorities recovered a total of 7.53 grams of heroin from two separate car searches. The arrested individuals have been booked under the NDPS Act, and investigations are ongoing.

Trump calls for 10 percent cap on credit card interest rates for a year

President Donald Trump, who has sought to emphasize affordability ahead of this year’s mid-term elections, did not specify how the proposal would be implemented.
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Trump calls for 10 percent cap on credit card interest rates for a year

President Donald Trump, who has sought to emphasize affordability ahead of this year’s mid-term elections, did not specify how the proposal would be implemented.

Fonction publique : Justine Judith Lekogo plaide pour la maîtrise réelle de l'administration avant les nominations

Face aux dysfonctionnements persistants de l'administration publique, notamment l'absence de réponses aux courriers adressés aux institutions de l'État, une voix s'élève pour rappeler une exigence fondamentale : on ne dirige pas l'administration sans en
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Fonction publique : Justine Judith Lekogo plaide pour la maîtrise réelle de l'administration avant les nominations

Face aux dysfonctionnements persistants de l'administration publique, notamment l'absence de réponses aux courriers adressés aux institutions de l'État, une voix s'élève pour rappeler une exigence fondamentale : on ne dirige pas l'administration sans en maîtriser les rouages. La députée Justine Judith Lekogo défend avec constance une approche fondée sur l'expérience, la formation progressive et la connaissance approfondie du fonctionnement administratif. Depuis plusieurs années, les (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Echanges sur la validation du questionnaire pour les GEF entre Louise Mvono et Armande Longo

Ce vendredi 9 janvier 2026, Louise Pierrette Mvono, ministre de la Planification et de la Prospective, a organisé une séance de travail avec Armande Longo, épouse Moulengui, ministre des Affaires sociales, pour discuter du Recensement Général de la Popul
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Echanges sur la validation du questionnaire pour les GEF entre Louise Mvono et Armande Longo

Ce vendredi 9 janvier 2026, Louise Pierrette Mvono, ministre de la Planification et de la Prospective, a organisé une séance de travail avec Armande Longo, épouse Moulengui, ministre des Affaires sociales, pour discuter du Recensement Général de la Population et des Logements (RGPL), notamment pour les Gabonais vulnérables. Plusieurs objectifs ont été notés durant cette rencontre. Il s'agit de la validation du questionnaire pour collecter les données des Gabonais économiquement faibles (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A Mississauga, Ont., man took the city to court over not mowing his lawn — and won

A Mississauga man has won a Superior Court challenge against the city over a weed control bylaw that prevents homeowners from growing some plants and grass over a certain height.
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A Mississauga, Ont., man took the city to court over not mowing his lawn — and won

A Mississauga man has won a Superior Court challenge against the city over a weed control bylaw that prevents homeowners from growing some plants and grass over a certain height.

Over 100 armed rioters detained in western Tehran — authorities

On December 29, 2025, merchants began staging protests in central Tehran over a sharp decline in the value of the Iranian rial
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Over 100 armed rioters detained in western Tehran — authorities

On December 29, 2025, merchants began staging protests in central Tehran over a sharp decline in the value of the Iranian rial

Trump's portrait now on display at National Portrait Gallery in Washington

The black-and-white image depicts the US president standing in the Oval Office, leaning on a desk with both hands
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Trump's portrait now on display at National Portrait Gallery in Washington

The black-and-white image depicts the US president standing in the Oval Office, leaning on a desk with both hands

I-PAC raids: ED moves SC over 'interference' from Mamata govt, Bengal files counter-petition caveat; HC hearing pushed to Jan 14

West Bengal government filed a caveat in the Supreme Court regarding ED raids on I-PAC, amid a political standoff. The Enforcement Directorate alleges obstruction by state police and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during searches linked to a coal scam. The Ca
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I-PAC raids: ED moves SC over 'interference' from Mamata govt, Bengal files counter-petition caveat; HC hearing pushed to Jan 14

West Bengal government filed a caveat in the Supreme Court regarding ED raids on I-PAC, amid a political standoff. The Enforcement Directorate alleges obstruction by state police and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during searches linked to a coal scam. The Calcutta High Court adjourned a related ED petition.

Evening news wrap: India, EU push to accelerate FTA talks; small aircraft makes emergency landing near Odisha's Rourkela; & more

India and the EU are accelerating Free Trade Agreement talks, aiming for a balanced deal protecting farmers and MSMEs. Meanwhile, a small aircraft made an emergency landing near Rourkela due to a technical fault. An Indian-American judge faces MAGA backlash a
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Evening news wrap: India, EU push to accelerate FTA talks; small aircraft makes emergency landing near Odisha's Rourkela; & more

India and the EU are accelerating Free Trade Agreement talks, aiming for a balanced deal protecting farmers and MSMEs. Meanwhile, a small aircraft made an emergency landing near Rourkela due to a technical fault. An Indian-American judge faces MAGA backlash after blocking a Trump funding freeze, and North Korea accuses South Korea of drone intrusions.

2026 assembly elections: Survive or revive? Congress's alliance dilemma in states

Congress prepares for crucial 2026 assembly elections in key states. The party's ability to form effective alliances will be critical. Past electoral struggles highlight the challenges in balancing relevance with maintaining political ground. Recent allian
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2026 assembly elections: Survive or revive? Congress's alliance dilemma in states

Congress prepares for crucial 2026 assembly elections in key states. The party's ability to form effective alliances will be critical. Past electoral struggles highlight the challenges in balancing relevance with maintaining political ground. Recent alliance negotiations suggest a continuation of complex bargaining tactics. The outcomes of these strategies will shape Congress's electoral future.

Here are the agencies that were cut the most by Trump, new data shows

About 335,000 federal workers left government from January to November 2025, with a vast majority of those people quitting or retiring.
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Here are the agencies that were cut the most by Trump, new data shows

About 335,000 federal workers left government from January to November 2025, with a vast majority of those people quitting or retiring.

Ukraine loses around 1,090 troops across special op zone over past day — top brass

In the responsibility zone of the Battlegroup North, the Ukrainian military lost more than 130 soldiers and three cars
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Ukraine loses around 1,090 troops across special op zone over past day — top brass

In the responsibility zone of the Battlegroup North, the Ukrainian military lost more than 130 soldiers and three cars

Greenland party leaders call on US to stop disrespecting island

The authors note that Greenland is a democracy and wishes to continue cooperation with both the United States and Western countries
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Greenland party leaders call on US to stop disrespecting island

The authors note that Greenland is a democracy and wishes to continue cooperation with both the United States and Western countries

Russia opposes any Western military contingent in Ukraine — Medvedev

It’s been said a thousand times: Russia won’t accept any European or NATO troops in Ukraine, Medvedev wrote on X in English.
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Russia opposes any Western military contingent in Ukraine — Medvedev

It’s been said a thousand times: Russia won’t accept any European or NATO troops in Ukraine, Medvedev wrote on X in English.

Natural resources encourage a brutish, competitive spirit, says ALEX BRUMMER

For the third time in a decade, Britain's grand old mining champion Rio Tinto is seeking to do a deal with upstart Glencore to create a near-£200billion mining and metal trading giant.
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Natural resources encourage a brutish, competitive spirit, says ALEX BRUMMER

For the third time in a decade, Britain's grand old mining champion Rio Tinto is seeking to do a deal with upstart Glencore to create a near-£200billion mining and metal trading giant.

Broadmoor's worst inmate Jonty Bravery: 7 staff to restrain him. Horrifying 'tombstoning'. Brutal attacks in padded cell. As he's convicted for attacking nurses, the Mail reveals battle to contain his rage

Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, Jonty Bravery is kept under supervision. At all times, three staff members are on hand outside the secure room in which he is held at Broadmoor Hospital.
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Broadmoor's worst inmate Jonty Bravery: 7 staff to restrain him. Horrifying 'tombstoning'. Brutal attacks in padded cell. As he's convicted for attacking nurses, the Mail reveals battle to contain his rage

Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, Jonty Bravery is kept under supervision. At all times, three staff members are on hand outside the secure room in which he is held at Broadmoor Hospital.

BORIS JOHNSON: Intergalactic Lefty bedwetters like Rory Stewart are so deranged by hatred of Trump they're blind to the fact that, from Venezuela to Iran, he's on the side of the good guys - and making the world a safer place

This time, they say, he has torn it, writes BORIS JOHNSON. In all his outrageous provocation, Donald Trump has never sent liberal politicos into such fits of pearl-clutching indignation.
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BORIS JOHNSON: Intergalactic Lefty bedwetters like Rory Stewart are so deranged by hatred of Trump they're blind to the fact that, from Venezuela to Iran, he's on the side of the good guys - and making the world a safer place

This time, they say, he has torn it, writes BORIS JOHNSON. In all his outrageous provocation, Donald Trump has never sent liberal politicos into such fits of pearl-clutching indignation.

French president accuses US of ‘turning its back on allies’

After raiding Venezuela and kidnapping its president Nicolas Maduro, the US has repeated threats to annex Greenland Read Full Article at RT.com
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French president accuses US of ‘turning its back on allies’

After raiding Venezuela and kidnapping its president Nicolas Maduro, the US has repeated threats to annex Greenland Read Full Article at RT.com

Woman, 29, arrested for suspected drug trafficking, drugs worth over $94k seized in West Coast condo

A 29-year-old Singaporean woman has been arrested by Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) officers for suspected drug trafficking offences.The woman was arrested in a residential unit of a condominium in the vicinity of West Coast Way, on Thursday (Jan 8).In a medi
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Woman, 29, arrested for suspected drug trafficking, drugs worth over $94k seized in West Coast condo

A 29-year-old Singaporean woman has been arrested by Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) officers for suspected drug trafficking offences.The woman was arrested in a residential unit of a condominium in the vicinity of West Coast Way, on Thursday (Jan 8).In a media statement on Saturday (Jan 10), CNB said that forced entry had to be conducted as the woman refused to comply with lawful orders to grant officers access into a room of the unit which she was in.«A search of the room recovered about 7,114g of cannabis, 169g of 'Ice', 9g of ketamine, 30g of 'Ecstasy', 30 Erimin-5 tablets,» CNB said, adding that drug paraphernalia were also seized.According to CNB's estimate, the drugs seized are estimated to be worth more than $94,900.«(It) could potentially feed the addiction of 1,100 abusers for a week,» CNB said.Drug trafficking is an offence in Singapore. A person found guilty of trafficking more than 500g of cannabis may face the mandatory death penalty.Investigations by CNB are still ongoing.editor@asiaone.com 

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