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 This offence can continue even if the proclamation is no longer in effect.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.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visited Ajmer Sharif Dargah to present a chadar on behalf of Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing the message of peace and unity. The gesture marked the 11th time PM Modi participated in the Urs celebration, focusing on fostering a harmonious and inclusive society.

Germany and Japan will never become permanent members of the UN Security Council, Russia’s UN envoy has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington is “very concerned” Russia could consider using nuclear weapons, outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said Read Full Article at RT.com

La révision des listes électorales au Gabon a débute ce jeudi 2 janvier 2025. Beaucoup d'acteurs politiques et ceux de la société civile appellent les électeurs à se faire inscrire. C'est le cas de l'Honorable Ogouliguende Pepecy née Mavikana, qui tout en communiant avec les populations d'Ozouri, dans l'Ogooué Maritime, elle a non seulement fait un compte rendu parlementaire, mais a surtout, les a sensibilisées, éclairées sur la révision des listes électorales. Ce qui comme bien d'autres, (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The amended electoral law barring changes to running mates during a presidential election re-run has created a strategic challenge for Malawi’s political parties ahead of the September polls. The law, aimed at ensuring continuity and stability in candidatures, is forcing parties to rethink their approach to alliances and running mate selection. Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) […] The post Amended electoral law bars running mate changes during re-runs: Will alliances work? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

She will play the winner of the match between world number one Arina Sobolenko of Belarus and Mirra Andreeva of Russia in the fina

They were introduced at 4:45 GMT to ensure safety

The divisive clip was originally posted by TikTok user Carleigh. She has since taken the video down, but reposts shared show the questionable moves made.

The Springwatch presenter, 58, was diagnosed at the beginning of 2014 and went on to make a full recovery after a double mastectomy which was followed by reconstructive surgery.

A 46-year-old resident of Bogorodsk in Russia’s Nizhny Novgorod Region Yelena Sekretareva will perform with the ribbon «Siberia»

The security forces added that only a little more than two kilometers remain before the road is completely under Russian control

US President-elect Donald Trump has expressed disapproval of the decision to keep American flags at half-staff during his inauguration Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU’s largest economy is expected to shrink for a third consecutive year in 2025 Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi has rejected allegations by the Washington Post that it tried to offer a bribe for the Maldivian president to be impeached  Read Full Article at RT.com

Elon Musk has weighed in on a video of a Russian soldier prevailing in hand-to-hand combat over a Ukrainian servicemember Read Full Article at RT.com

Yura Borisov and Mark Eydelshteyn have made the BAFTA Awards longlist for their performances in the film ‘Anora’ Read Full Article at RT.com

An American citizen convicted of participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot on Capitol Hill and dodging jail time in Whistler may just be the start of an asylum-seeking rush, according to a prominent legal expert.

Justice C T Ravikumar, hailing from a scheduled caste family in Kerala, pursued a successful career in law, culminating as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. His retirement on January 5 marked the end of an over four-decade-long judicial journey filled with dedication and respect for the legal profession.