Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene with Saudi Arabia following the sudden cancellation of the Private Haj quota. This decision has caused distress among thousands of Indian Muslim pilgrims, including those from Tamil Nadu, who were preparing for the upcoming Haj.

All India Muslim Jamat has issued a fatwa against actor Vijay, urging Muslims to disassociate from him. The AIMJ president cited Vijay's negative portrayal of Muslims in films and the invitation of gamblers and liquor consumers to his Iftar party as reasons for the decree.

West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar met with the DGP, alleging that recent violence in Murshidabad was instigated by calls from a mosque loudspeaker, citing victims' accounts. He accused the TMC government of sheltering those with a divisive mentality and warned against the misuse of religious institutions. Suvendu Adhikari also accused TMC leaders of orchestrating the communal violence.

BSP chief Mayawati has criticized the Samajwadi Party's PDA campaign, alleging it exploits Dalits for political advantage and incites tension. She cautioned Dalit, backward, and Muslim communities against being misled by SP's tactics. Mayawati also advised Dalit leaders to focus on educating their community about their own history rather than commenting on other communities' icons.

Red Dot United (RDU) unveiled its five-man team for the newly-formed Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC on Wednesday evening (April 16).  They were introduced by RDU secretary-general Ravi Philemon at a press conference held at 255 Jurong East Street 24, near Jurong-Clementi Town Council. The team includes waste management company director Osman Sulaiman, who participated in the 2011 and 2015 General Elections with Reform Party. The 50-year-old contested in Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC with Singapore People's Party during the 2020 General Election.  Osman Sulaiman and Liyana Dhamirah. PHOTO: Red Dot United He is joined by Liyana Dhamirah, who contested in Jurong GRC during the 2020 General Election. She was part of the team led by Ravi Philemon and they secured 25.39 per cent of votes that year.

A 59-year-old taxi driver and a 31-year-old woman were taken to hospital after a chain collision along the TPE on Wednesday (April 16) morning. The seven-vehicle pile-up — involving a taxi, two cars and four trucks — happened at around 11.05am, after the Punggol Road exit towards the SLE, the police said.  Both the taxi driver and a woman were conscious when taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.  The Singapore Civil Deference Force (SCDF) told AsiaOne that another person, who was assessed for minor injuries, declined to be taken to hospital. Photos shared on Facebook group SG Road Vigilante on Thursday showed a red Trans-Cab taxi and a white car sandwiched between two trucks.

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The St Thomas police have launched a murder investigation into the shooting death of a barber in the parish yesterday. The deceased is 37-year-old Damane Bryan, of Font Hill district, Trinityville, St Thomas. It is reported that about 4:00 a.m...

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — China-founded e-commerce sites Temu and Shein say they plan to raise prices for US customers starting next week, a ripple effect from President Donald Trump's attempts to correct the trade imbalance between the world's...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has elevated its threat level following the police fatal shooting of Shacqol Pounal, otherwise called ‘Track Star’, who law enforcers say is a high-ranking member of the 7’s gang. "The 7’s gang, which...

The Government says the Montego Bay Perimeter Road Project in St James is now about 60 per cent complete, with approximately $24.41 billion already invested as at March 31. The final cost is estimated to be $55.6 billion. The project is being...

A Portland resident has been charged after allegedly hitting a police constable in the face on Tuesday. He is 25-year-old labourer, Sanjay Hamilton, of Land Settlement, Port Antonio, Portland. He is charged with assaulting a constable. The...

A St Catherine man who pleaded guilty to using the seal of a justice of the peace (JP) to illegally certify several documents was ordered to pay a fine of $350,000 or spend 21 months in prison on Tuesday in the St Catherine Parish Court. The...

Abbas Araghchi highlighted Tehran’s «determination to continue interacting and cooperating with the IAEA based on its international legal obligations» in order to resolve the situation around Iran’s nuclear program

Van Damme added that he would like to talk with the Russian leadership «only about peace, sport and happiness»

Sebi's investigation reveals Gensol Engineering promoters, Anmol and Puneet Jaggi, diverted company funds for personal enrichment, including luxury purchases and stock manipulation. They misused loans, forged documents, and misled regulators. Funds were used to buy a luxury flat and inflate Gensol's stock price through artificial trading.

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A teenager who raped a 12-year-old girl on two occasions in October last year has been sentenced to 3 years and 4 months’ imprisonment.

The South Paray Wharf project, a key component of Vanuatu’s inter-island shipping network, has officially been completed after more than a decade of planning and two years of construction.

The Australian Deputy High Commissioner to Vanuatu, Emily Fisher, alongside Job Andy, Minister of Justice, Youth and Community Services, and senior officials from the Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services, officiated the opening of the newly renovated Disability and Child…

The development of geothermal energy in Vanuatu has taken a major step forward as Groundlink Energy Pty Ltd, an Australia-based company, has successfully entered the final phase of its geothermal exploration activities in Takara, North Efate.

New Zealand has announced an additional NZ$10 million (over VT700 million) in support of Vanuatu’s earthquake recovery efforts, reaffirming its commitment to the country’s long-term development and resilience.

Beledweyne (HOL) — Al-Shabaab militants launched a coordinated attack on the village of Haamcaduur in central Somalia's Galgaduud region early Tuesday, triggering hours of intense fighting with local defence forces, residents and security sources said.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A merchant vessel operating in the Gulf of Aden was pursued for nearly two hours by multiple small boats carrying armed individuals on Tuesday, prompting a maritime security alert and renewed concern over persistent threats in the region.

I am a father to an extraordinary 24-year-old autistic son and co-founder of Daryeel, I’ve seen firsthand how proper support can transform lives. This year’s event, held on 11 April 2025 in London, went beyond awareness; it celebrated neurodivergent excellence and confronted systemic barriers within our communities.

«A study revealed the following: sonic devices were not used to disperse the rally,» Serbia’s Security Information Agency report says

During a meeting with former Gaza hostage Alexander Trufanov, Russian president added that everything that has happened to Trufanov «is a tragedy»

«An understanding was reached with Hamas that his release will be a priority during phase two of the ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal,» according to the Kremlin's handouts to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s meeting with former Gaza hostage Alexander Trufanov

«I think we should express our gratitude to the leadership, the political wing of Hamas for agreeing to meet us halfway and performing this act, a humanitarian act of releasing you,» he added

According to the New York Times, the US authorities are also considering banning DeepSeek from purchasing US technologies, including artificial intelligence chips

Kerala High Court has issued notices to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T Veena, and others concerning alleged financial dealings between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd and Veena’s firm. This action follows a PIL seeking a CBI inquiry into the matter.

Congress has denounced the ED's National Herald case as a politically motivated attack orchestrated by the BJP, asserting that Young India, a not-for-profit entity, has not engaged in any financial impropriety. AICC leaders highlighted the absence of any crime under relevant laws, accusing the Modi government of diverting attention from critical issues like unemployment and economic decline.