Former governor and APC chieftain Nasir El-Rufai's meeting with stakeholders of the SDP has sparked speculation about his future political plans, as he continues to strengthen his affiliations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The principal of Lahore’s Aitchison College has resigned due to "prejudiced actions" and "unwarranted interference" by the Governor House, possibly related to the waiving of tuition fees for the sons of a government minister, prompting concerns about nepotism and political pressure in schools.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's aide, Phrank Shaibu, criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration, referring to Nigeria's detention centers as amateur magician training grounds after one of the detained Binance executives, Nadeem Anjarwalla, escaped.
AP Film Development Corporation chairman and YCP leader Posani Krishna Murali accuses Jayaprakash Narayan of playing caste politics and criticizes his support for the TDP-BJP-JSP alliance, stating that it is a ploy by N. Chandraabu Naidu to mislead the people.
The UK government is being urged to end its naivety on China as Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden prepares to brief MPs on Beijing's role in cyber-attacks and announce new sanctions against Chinese officials.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informs that the slogans 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' and 'Jai Hind' were first raised by Muslims, questioning whether the Sangh Parivar would be willing to let go of these slogans.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida conveyed his intention to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, but any meeting is unlikely without a policy shift by Tokyo, according to North Korea.
Former parliamentary assistant to MEP Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan, Diarmuid Hayes, has been sentenced to 150 hours of community service for posting a tweet from the politician’s Twitter account containing false information about a former Green Party election candidate.
Journalists in Ukraine who investigate government corruption are being threatened, abused, and attacked, with little progress made in police investigations due to fear of uncovering significant wrongdoing by President Zelensky's administration.
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani separatist leader, claimed that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) received $16 million from Khalistani groups between 2014 and 2022, with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal allegedly proposing the release of a convicted terrorist in exchange for financial support.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida offered to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un "as soon as possible," but North Korea emphasizes that the summit's prospects hinge on Japan accepting its weapons program and disregarding past abductions of Japanese nationals.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is attempting to deflect blame for the recent terrorist attack in Moscow by involving Ukraine and ordering a missile strike on Kyiv, despite the fact that intelligence agencies had warned of a potential attack by an ISIS splinter group operating in the region.
Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun alleges that Khalistani groups provided financial support of approximately Rs 133.54 crore to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) from 2014 to 2022, with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal purportedly offering to secure the release of a convicted terrorist in exchange for funds.
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen plans to meet with American businesses in Guangzhou before heading to Beijing, focusing on issues such as overcapacity, intellectual property, and import-substitution, ahead of discussions with Chinese counterparts.
The US abstained from the UN Security Council resolution due to the lack of condemnation of Hamas, while Hamas welcomed the resolution and expressed willingness for prisoner exchanges; Israel downplayed the resolution's significance and the IDF destroyed a rocket launcher in a civilian area in Gaza.
Hong Kong's justice minister warns that posting and sharing criticism of the city's national security law could be a violation of the legislation, which carries severe penalties for sedition.
YS Sharmila is countering her brother YS Jagan Mohan Reddy in Andhra Pradesh by attracting YCP MLAs into her own political outfit, Congress, through a mini operation called Akarsh, as she aims to strengthen the party by welcoming former and sitting MLAs.
The Hong Kong government passed the Safeguarding National Security law, known as Article 23, which covers various crimes and increases penalties, leading to criticism regarding authoritarianism and potential challenges for foreign businesses and workers.
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong has stated that improving bilateral relations with Japan will depend on Japan's ability to make practical political decisions, after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expressed his intention to meet with Kim Jong Un soon.
Britain will impose sanctions on individuals alleged to be involved in Chinese-backed disruption of the democratic process, while also tightening espionage rules and facing implications of the Moscow attack blamed on Ukraine.
Democrats faced embarrassment at a climate change hearing when their 'expert witness', Olympic skier Gus Schumacher, struggled to answer basic questions and could not remember his own tweets.
### Summary Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh contacts local government authorities to remove a KK Mart banner featuring the Malacca Chief Minister after requesting an apology banner instead.
Senator John Fetterman criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for not ruling out consequences for Israel if they invade Rafah, asserting Israel's right to prosecute Hamas and holding them responsible for innocent deaths.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is demanding permission for a medical team to examine PTI leader Chaudhry Parvez Elahi to determine whether his injuries were the result of a fall in the bathroom or of torture by prison authorities.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced that PIA flights to the UK will resume in weeks, and he discussed the matter with British government officials during his visit to London.
Former Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) has no regrets about resigning from his seat in the House before the end of his term, criticizing Congress for its inability to set priorities and focus on serious issues.
The Enforcement Directorate is investigating whether directions sent by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal from custody to initiate public welfare works were in line with the special Prevention of Money Laundering Act court's order, according to official sources.
China is taking advantage of the United States' absence from the United Nations Law of the Sea treaty to secure control over trillions of dollars worth of strategic minerals on the ocean floor, which could have significant economic and national security implications for the US.
US-China relations have deteriorated due to a structural problem, domestic reasons, and the rise of China's middle class, with a return to normalcy expected to take 10-15 years, according to Li Cheng, founding director of the University of Hong Kong's Centre on Contemporary China and the World.
Former Republican National Committee chairwoman Ronna McDaniel condemns the January 6th Capitol attack as "unacceptable" and states that it does not represent the country or her party, but admits to taking one for the team during her tenure as chair; her exit from the RNC comes amidst tensions between Donald Trump and the committee.
The National Steel Council in Abuja has recommended the suspension of its Executive Secretary, Ambassador Abdulqadir Musafari, amid allegations of financial impropriety and serious misconduct totaling over N1 billion.
The Northern Elders Forum strongly criticizes President Bola Tinubu, stating that the recent increase in insecurity in Nigeria highlights the failure of the current government to protect its citizens, specifically emphasizing the need for improved security measures following the abduction of Kuriga school children.
Pakistan's foreign minister, Ishaq Dar, stated that the country's new government may resume trade ties with India in response to the demands of local businesses, despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions and the suspension of trade due to India's revocation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status in 2019.
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy does not think there will be a successful push to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson, as he believes Republicans have moved past such actions and should focus on their jobs.
The U.S. and Japan are planning a major upgrade to their security alliance, aiming to strengthen operational planning and exercises between the two countries, with U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida set to unveil the plan on April 10.
Dakota Adams, son of a right-wing Oath Keepers militia leader and a victim of his father's conspiracy theories and abusive behavior, is running as a Democratic candidate in a Montana election, seeking to challenge the Republican stronghold in the district.
The BJP has reportedly received Rs. 34.5 crore worth of electoral bonds from Sarath Chandra Reddy, an approver in the Delhi liquor policy case, raising concerns about the party's involvement in unfair market practices.
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) highlighted the difference between democratic and authoritarian regimes, stating that Russia and Iran would not inform the United States about potential terrorist attacks in the country.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defends her use of the term "genocide" to describe Israel's treatment of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, citing the forced famine and accusations of hampering aid as evidence.
New Zealand is actively exploring ways to participate in the controversial AUKUS pact, focusing on technology opportunities and geopolitical benefits, which could potentially impact its relationship with China.
Prominent Nigerian leaders are calling for the reconfiguration of the country's governance system and structure in order to address the imbalance in federalism and promote a prosperous future through a new democratic constitution.
DMK minister Anitha Radhakrishnan has been criticized by BJP leaders for allegedly using derogatory language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the BJP seeking strict action against the minister.
Lawmakers in the US are considering different options to provide continued support to Ukraine, including dispatching military aid only, offering a loan, or tapping into frozen Russian assets, as the deadlock over Ukraine aid comes into focus after a spending deal was reached for the rest of fiscal year 2024.
US Vice President Kamala Harris has stated that the US is not ruling out consequences for Israel if it proceeds with a ground offensive in Rafah, a move that the White House strongly opposes.
Former Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer expressed support for lengthy term limits on the high court to prevent justices from being influenced by future job prospects, and suggested that such limits could have helped him avoid difficult retirement decisions.
Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rep. Michael McCaul, states that Speaker Mike Johnson is in a difficult position regarding the Ukraine aid bill.
Israeli authorities have reportedly informed the UN that they will no longer approve any UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency) food convoys to the northern part of the Gaza Strip, according to UNRWA Commissioner-General Phillipe Lazzarini; meanwhile, US Vice President Kamala Harris stated that any major military operation in Gaza, such as entering Rafah, would be a huge mistake and emphasized that far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed.
A suppressed report on alleged corruption in a British-Saudi arms contract has been discovered, revealing secret payments and lies by the Ministry of Defence, and ending a three-decade battle for its release by campaigners.
Former RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel condemns the January 6 attack on the US Capitol as "unacceptable" and says it does not represent her party or the country, while also acknowledging tensions with Donald Trump during her tenure and criticizing the media.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt defended his comments that £100,000 "isn't a huge salary," stating that it "doesn't go as far as you might think" in his Surrey constituency due to high local house prices and childcare costs.