The Congress accused the BJP of «vote chori» and «murdering democracy» in Haryana's Rajya Sabha elections after cross-voting and invalid ballots marred the contest. Despite acknowledging internal cross-voting and promising strict action against its MLAs, the Congress secured one seat, while the BJP won the other. The outcome has ignited a political battle and an internal party crisis.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday attended the 'Nari Utsav' programme held at the Nirmal Chhaya Complex, where she paid tribute to the strength and contribution of women in nation-building.

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale highlighted Census 2027 as a crucial opportunity for accurate disability data, enabling targeted policymaking post the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. A new handbook aims to help parliamentarians translate legal provisions into actionable policy, addressing barriers faced by persons with disabilities, particularly in healthcare.

The Narcotics Control Bureau celebrated its 41st Raising Day with nationwide youth mobilization programs for a Drug-Free India. Events across nearly 40 locations included anti-drug pledges, awareness sessions, and rallies, emphasizing healthy lifestyle choices and the consequences of substance abuse. Participants were encouraged to utilize the MANAS Helpline for reporting and assistance.

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Trutnev and the Namibian president have discussed plans for cooperation Read Full Article at RT.com

A march commemorating soldiers who served in the Latvian unit of Nazi Germany’s Waffen SS took place in Riga on March 16 Read Full Article at RT.com

The Belgian prime minister faced sharp criticism from EU officials after suggesting the bloc should normalize relations with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

Argentina and Brazil once pursued ambitious missile programs, but political pressure reshaped South America’s military technology path Read Full Article at RT.com

The US war against Iran “serves no benefit to the American people,” Director of the National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Small boat migrants Karin Al-Danasurt, left, and Ibrahim Alshafe, have both been charged with raping a woman on Brighton beach as she made her way home from a night out in October last year.

New data from the Department for Work and Pensions revealed there were 3.9million claimants entitled to Personal Independent Payment (PIP) as of January this year.

LIVE UPDATES: Follow the Daily Mail's live coverage of the US-Israel war with Iran. Gulf countries continue to come under attack following retaliatory strikes by Tehran.

Rachel Reeves talked up the need to get closer to Brussels again in a major speech - suggesting that, exploiting AI , and growth outside London were her main goals.

Donald Trump branded Keir Starmer 'disappointing' in his latest free-form press conference in the Oval Office.

[Africa Check] IN SHORT: According to some Facebook posts, Riley Moore said «Biafra may become the only option» if his country failed to protect Nigerian Christians. But we found no evidence that he made such statements.

[Premium Times] In a State House statement on Tuesday, the president expressed deep sorrow over the attacks, mourning those killed and sympathising with the injured.

[Vanguard] The Presidency has refuted a widely shared screenshot claiming to show a tweet by US President Donald Trump criticising Bola Tinubu over the security situation in the North-East, describing it as entirely false.

The deepening investigation into the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel has now reached the very heart of executive power, with former Secretary to the President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba and former Chief of Staff Prince Kapondamgaga summoned to appear before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC). According to emerging reports, the two high-ranking officials are expected […] The post Zamba, Kapondamgaga Summoned as Amaryllis Scandal Tightens Grip on Previous State House Power Circle appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The stalled corruption trial of Lin Yinhua is fast turning into a troubling case study of how legal processes can be stretched to the brink, raising sharp questions about whether justice is being deliberately slowed down rather than pursued with urgency. On March 16, 2026, the High Court was primed to begin full trial proceedings. […] The post ANALYSIS | Justice on Ice: Lin Yinhua Trial Raises Alarm Over Possible Deliberate Delays appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

What began as a glossy investment story—rebranding Sigelege Boutique Hotel into the “Lifestyle Boutique Hotel”—has collapsed into a storm of allegations over opacity, inflated pricing, and politically connected beneficiaries. The Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) paid K27 billion for Sigelege, a modest 3-star property with just 53 rooms, and immediately handed operations back to […] The post Inside the Sigelege Deal: K27 Billion Pension Fund Purchase Sparks Malawi ‘Overpricing’ Scandal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The NBM Under-23 Championship has reached its final stages following the draw for the semi-final fixtures involving four regional champions, with matches scheduled for March 20, and the final on March 22, 2026 at Champions Stadium in Mponela, Dowa. According to the draw, QPL Stars will face Mponela United FC, while Karonga Reserves will take […] The post Semifinals draw sets mood for NBM Under-23 Championship appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

“The Icelandic Meteorological Office’s avalanche monitoring team is focused on this area and developments are currently being closely observed,” said Hlynur Hafberg Snorrason, chief superintendent with the Westfjords police, in an interview with mbl.is regarding an avalanche that fell in Seljalandshlíð this morning. As a precaution, a commercial building in Ísafjörður, where dozens of people work, was evacuated.

A 63-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday (March 17) for allegedly breaking into a retail outlet and stealing an Arowana fish valued at $1,400.But the fish was dead by the time it was recovered.The incident happened at about 2.30am at an outlet along Clementi Avenue 2. Police said preliminary investigations revealed that a person had allegedly damaged the rear gate of the shop and gained unlawful entry into the premises. An Arowana fish, valued at $1,400, was reported missing.Officers from Clementi Police Division conducted ground enquiries and used images from police cameras to establish the identity of the man, who arrested within 13 hours of the report. He will be charged in court on Wednesday with the offence of housebreaking in order to commit theft.If found guilty of the said offence, the man may be jailed for up to 10 years and fined.[[nid:731672]]editor@asiaone.com 

Activist Han Hui Hui has been reunited with her three children, aged three, five and six, on Monday (March 16) following a family conference to put in place additional safeguards, the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) and the police said on Tuesday (March 17).These include appointing new safe adults from within the extended family to check-in on the children through physical visits and video calls.The 33-year-old was also issued a correction direction under the Protection from Online Falseholds and Manipulation Act (Pofma) on Tuesday.It was issued to protect public trust and ensure that accurate facts are put up. Han will also be required to publish a correction notice on her social media accounts, The children were taken away from her on Feb 15, after she had called the police regarding an alleged altercation between the children and their grandmother. They were removed after it was assessed that there were risks to their safety, and it was done in line with the Children and Young Persons Act, the authorities said.

A 40-year-old Singaporean man was arrested after he was deported from Thailand for his alleged involvement in operating vice syndicates.In a statement released on Tuesday (March 17), the police said that through joint investigations with the Royal Thai Police, the man was located in Chonburi province and arrested in Prachuap Khiri Khan province on Feb 24.He was subsequently deported to Singapore and arrested upon arrival on Tuesday. According to the Criminal Investigation Department, he was one of 17 individuals arrested on Oct 21, 2024, during island-wide operations targeting vice and illegal drug activities.He had previously been charged under the Women's Charter 1961 and released on bail, with his passport impounded. However, he failed to attend a court mention on Dec 12, 2024, and an arrest warrant was issued, but investigations revealed that he had left Singapore illegally.

Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria said in a statement Tuesday that allowing solo drivers to use high-occupancy vehicle lanes outside of busy times will help reduce gridlock on major highways. Doug Ford's government is looking to regulate the changes later this year.

Last spring, the Newfoundland and Labrador government announced a loan guarantee program for restaurants — but so far, no businesses have tapped into it.

Hollie Dance, 50, and Thomas Summers, 26, are accused of chasing a man for 13 miles between Southend and Basildon, Essex, in two cars in October 2022.

A leading provider of English tests said Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's bid to roll-out fully remote exams could 'create more opportunities for malpractice'.