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Miss Malawi 2025, Thandi Chisi, has added another milestone to her growing list of achievements after being recognized as one of Wealth Magazine Malawi’s 100 Influential Women 2026. The recognition places her among some of the country’s most impactful women across various sectors who are driving change and transforming lives in their communities. Reacting to […] The post Miss Malawi 2025 Thandi Chisi Named Among Wealth Magazine’s 100 Influential Women 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) has donated K200Million towards the Emergency Response Programme targeting communities affected by recent heavy rains and floods following floods which started from 14 March, and ended on 18 the same month. Speaking at Capitol Hill in Lilongwe, NOCMA Director of Finance Sophia Mkandawire said the country is committed to […] The post Nocma donates K200Mn towards humanitarian response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

AIADMK released its Tamil Nadu Assembly election manifesto, promising Rs 2,000 monthly assistance for female heads of households and Rs 10,000 for every family. The manifesto also includes promises of free refrigerators, extended bus travel for men, and three free cooking gas cylinders annually for ration cardholders.

Phubbing stems largely from social media addiction and undermines people-to-people interactions

The Supreme Court questioned West Bengal's objection to the ED's plea alleging obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid. Justices emphasized the fundamental rights of individual ED officers, urging the state to focus on their alleged victimhood rather than just the agency.

ISSUES AT STAKE: • Every year around €2.5 trillion, roughly 15 % of the combined GDP of the EU's 27 Member States, is spent on public procurement. The perceived failure of current EU public procurement rules to deliver on the economic potential of this part of the economy lead to a need for review. Findings show competition in public procurement did not increase from 2011 to 2021, a period which comprises the last review of the rules, which date to 2014. Successful public procurement could be leveraged to provide investment in the EU economy, thus playing its part in the drive to improve its competitiveness as a whole and the strategic autonomy of the Union. • The review will be expected to simplify the current rules. The notion of 'simplification' has two potential aspects, namely removal of complexity present in the procurement framework legislation itself, and simplification of the interaction between that framework and sectoral legislation. • The previous revision of the EU's public procurement rules strengthened the power of public authorities to award contracts on non-price criteria. To increase the take-up of procurement on such strategic bases, it will be necessary to improve the legal framework to give greater clarity as to the conditions for such awards. • One aspect of the strategic approach to procurement which has gained significant political traction recently is the encouragement of procurement of goods and services made in the EU – the 'European preference'. This is fully in line with recent efforts to develop the EU's autonomy in strategically important sectors. Complex interrelationships exist between these drivers. Some are in inherent contradiction, while others are necessarily complementary. For example, development of non-price award criteria by means of increased legal certainty implies developing additional, more detailed legal rules. This is prima facie opposed to the simplification agenda, if simplification is to be understood just as reducing the number of rules. Similarly, any 'European preference' will need legal delineation, which, depending on how it is executed, may run counter to any notion of simplification. Developing secure legal criteria for non-price awards will impact positively on the competitiveness gain from EU public procurement, if those rules cater for increased innovative tenders. While an EU preference could support local industries, it could also limit contracting authorities' (CAs) choice of international tenderer, with a possible negative impact on competitiveness. Resolving these trade-offs will be at the heart of the political deal to be struck on this reform. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

This study maps EU allocations and instruments supporting natural disaster prevention, preparedness, response and recovery under the 2021–2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and compares them with the European Commission’s proposals for the 2028–2034 MFF. It highlights key structural and budgetary differences, including changes affecting climate and biodiversity mainstreaming, and identifies limits to comparability. The study provides Members of the European Parliament with a clear analytical basis for scrutiny of the post-2027 EU budget. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Alexander Kharchenko noted that «Iran will not accept this painful blow and will actively use drones and ballistic missiles»

Despite Trump’s recent statements regarding possible negotiations, Israel itself remains skeptical about the possibility of concluding an acceptable agreement with the Iranian leadership

According to the source, Washington does not believe that Kiev is capable of agreeing on the «key issue,» referring to Ukraine’s withdrawal from Donbass

The US doesn’t think it necessary to warn Europe when making decisions on military operations, Fabien Mandon said

The State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom and the Atomic Energy Agency of Uzbekistan signed a roadmap for cooperation in the nuclear and related fields

The former glamour model, 47, appeared on the sofa earlier this month (16 March) to set a few things straight in a tell-all chat.

FDH Bank Plc has recognised outstanding netball players for their exceptional performances in the FDH Premier Netball League, marking the end of a competitive season that started in August last year. The awards ceremony, held on March 22 at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Sports Complex, celebrated players and officials who stood out […] The post FDH Bank Rewards Top Netball Stars as Blue Eagles Dominate Season Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major conservation effort by the Government of Malawi, supported by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), is close to transforming life for communities around Kasungu National Park. With more than 133 kilometres of protective fencing now in place, human-wildlife conflict is reducing across much of the park’s perimeter. The project, backed by MWK […] The post Kasungu fence nears completion, bringing hope to border communities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri is set to step onto the global stage as a key speaker at a high-level forum on health communication leadership, hosted by the USC Center on Communication Leadership and Policy. The international forum will convene senior fellows from across Africa—Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi and South Africa—creating a […] The post Honourable Ben Phiri Takes Local Health Messaging to Global Stage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A powerful proposal from Parliament has ignited a sweeping push to overhaul Malawi’s mining sector, with lawmakers demanding higher fees, tougher fines, and a shift to charging foreign investors in United States dollars. The Parliamentary Cluster Committee on Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Climate Change says the current system is failing the country—leaving Malawi with […] The post Parliament Proposes Higher Mining Fees and Dollar Payments for Foreign Investors to Boost Malawi’s Revenue and Forex appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Oil traders placed $580 million in bets minutes before US president Donald Trump’s post about “productive” talks with Iran, the FT has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian space company Bureau 1440 has successfully launched the first batch of 16 satellites for its Rassvet internet network Read Full Article at RT.com

The Belgian authorities have deployed troops to protect Jewish sites, following an attack on a synagogue Read Full Article at RT.com

India has said the vessels, carrying more than 92,000 tons of LPG, are expected to arrive this week Read Full Article at RT.com

The US president is not just choosing between continuing the pressure or stopping the war – he is looking for a usable victory Read Full Article at RT.com

Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.

As DEFRA introduces ever stricter rukes for traditional wood burners, those seeking a statement fire without the side portion of eco guilt are turning to a centuries-old alternative.

Search and rescue teams from Landsbjörg responded to numerous callouts yesterday due to severe weather, though the night itself was relatively calm.

Rachel Reeves is expected to make clear that any bailout will be targeted rather than universal as she responds to the Middle East crisis.

MAFS star Mel Schilling has died aged 54.

The archives of Bob Monkhouse's handwritten joke books were brought in for repair by the late comic's adopted daughter Abigail Williams and his old writing partner Colin Edmond.

Rachel Reeves is expected to make clear that any bailout will be targeted rather than universal as she responds to the Middle East crisis.

While Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack seem closer than ever, I am hearing Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi are under strain.

For veteran Tony Wade and his wife Sue retirement was their chance to move to quiet Cambridgeshire and soak up the delights of the British countryside.

Claimed to plump out wrinkles, strengthen muscles and ease sore joints, collagen is heavily marketed as a miracle solution to many of the effects of ageing.