Malawi Police Service has confirmed the arrest and identity of a 32-year-old videographer accused of flying a drone over the residence of Vice President Jane Ansah in Lilongwe, in what authorities are treating as a serious breach of restricted airspace and security protocol. The suspect has been identified as Esau Nalikole, a professional videographer, who […] The post Police Unmask Videographer Arrested Over Drone Flight at Vice President Jane Ansah’s Residence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The incident closed the Main Street-Science World SkyTrain Station down for four hours on Friday evening.

Voters in two Ontario ridings and one in Quebec will head to the polls on Monday for a slate of crucial federal byelections that could deliver the Liberals a majority government — cementing their hold on power for the next few years.

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service said as the investigation is ongoing, no further information can be provided at this time.

A New Brunswick woman says a Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy error left her taking blood pressure medication instead of an allergy drug for months. The case is raising questions about safety checks, staffing and accountability.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the BJP's growing support in West Bengal, citing feedback from party workers in Siliguri. He highlighted public connection with the BJP's development agenda and criticized the TMC government for corruption, appeasement, and neglecting North Bengal.

The Supreme Court is reviewing a proposal to implement fingerprint and iris scans at polling stations to combat voter fraud and impersonation. Notices have been issued to the central government, Election Commission, and states. While acknowledging the need to examine this for future elections, the court clarified it won't be introduced for current state polls.

 The seventh edition of India-Uzbekistan military drills focuses on special operations and counter-terror coordination Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump has attacked Pope Leo as “weak” after the pontiff criticized his actions in Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

Sonia Gandhi asserts the Centre's focus on delimitation, not women's reservation, is the «real issue» behind the special Parliament session, deeming it «extremely dangerous» and an «assault» on the Constitution. She argues population control performers shouldn't be disadvantaged and criticizes the government's rushed approach for political gain, calling it «hollow» and «anti-democratic.»

Kerala's opposition chief VD Satheesan passionately called upon the Election Commission to promptly disclose the official polling figures for the elections held on April 9. He raised concerns over the delay in releasing detailed constituency data and postal ballot outcomes, stressing the need for accountability and public confidence.

Three men, aged between 22 and 23, were arrested on Saturday (April 11) for their alleged involvement in a case of armed robbery near Farrer Park.The incident happened at about 11.25pm on Friday at a residential unit along Rangoon Road.Police said the trio had allegedly made arrangements to go to the said unit. Upon entering the unit, one of the trio allegedly brandished a knife. They were then said to have assaulted four persons in the unit, resulting in three of them sustaining minor injuries.  Out of fear and with demands allegedly made at knifepoint, the victims handed over cash amounting to $16,300, one gold chain and one gold bracelet before fleeing the scene. The trio were identified and arrested at Marsiling Drive on Saturday within 24 hours of the report being made, following ground enquiries and with the aid of images from police cameras.They will be charged in court on Monday with the offence of armed robbery with hurt.If found guilty of the said offence, the three men may be jailed for up to 20 years, and receive at least 12 strokes of the cane.

A new orangutan is in town.And it is stealing hearts and racking up views and likes on social media.The baby Bornean orangutan was born three weeks ago on March 23, according to social media posts by Mandai Wildlife Reserve on Friday (April 10). «We have a feeling this is just the beginning», said the wildlife parks operator. In a video posted by Mandai Wildlife Reserve, the auburn-haired female baby orangutan can be seen clinging on to its mother, Miri. 

The Istana will open to the public on April 19 (Sunday) to celebrate Hari Raya season and Labour Day, with cultural performances and hands-on activities among the programme line-up.«Visitors can look forward to a line-up of musical, choral, and cultural performances that reflect Singapore's multicultural heritage. The programme features familiar classics across generations, alongside performances rooted in Malay and Indian traditions, including dikir barat, Malay dance, Bharatanatyam, and Indian folk dance,» the President's Office said in a media release on Monday (April 13).The event, which will be held from 8.30am to 6pm, will also include performances presented by MacPherson Philharmonic Orchestra, Punggol View Primary School, Singapore Polytechnic, and Voices of Singapore.Face painting, balloon sculpting and lawn bowling are among the hands-on activities.Visitors can also explore activity and merchandise booths presented by social service agencies to learn more about their efforts in supporting and uplifting the community.

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari will attend five election campaign programs in West Bengal today ahead of the Assembly elections 2026.

Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk warns of deepening divisions due to stalled talks with the Centre, over two months since the last dialogue. He highlights growing disillusionment and the risk of social discord, urging timely action from the Prime Minister and Home Minister. Wangchuk's release had raised hopes for constructive dialogue on demands for statehood and Sixth Schedule status.

[Premium Times] Amnesty International says at least 1,100 people were abducted in northern Nigeria within three months, warning of worsening insecurity and failure by authorities to protect lives.

[Premium Times] The rights group said the accidental airstrike killed more than 100 people.

[Daily Trust] No fewer than 56 people, mostly traders, are feared dead, while 14 others have been hospitalized following an airstrike on a weekly market along the Borno-Yobe border.

[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- A Somaliland lawmaker has called on Elon Musk and social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to address what he described as a lack of digital recognition for Somaliland users, urging the company to include the Republic of Somaliland in its identity verification system.

[This Day] Amnesty International has said that Nigeria is grappling with a deepening abduction crisis, with at least 1,100 people kidnapped across northern states between January and April 2026, urging President Bola Tinubu to take urgent and decisive action to curb the escalating insecurity.

A chilling wave of violence is sweeping across Malawi, with 11 elderly people brutally killed in just the first four months of this year over accusations of witchcraft—an alarming escalation that is sending shockwaves through communities and exposing a deepening human rights crisis. The disturbing figures are contained in a report by the Malawi Network […] The post Witchcraft Killings Surge: 11 Elderly Slaughtered in Four Months as Fear Grips Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Thousands of Malawians who were displaced by devastating floods are now being forced to leave evacuation camps and return to shattered homes, uncertain futures, and the harsh reality of starting over with almost nothing. The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (Dodma) has begun decommissioning camps across the البلاد, marking a new phase in the country’s […] The post Flood Aftermath Bites: Thousands Return to Ruins as Government Shuts Evacuation Camps appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The race to lead the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has intensified, with interviews for the powerful Director General position underway this week under tight secrecy, raising both anticipation and scrutiny over who will take charge of Malawi’s anti-graft fight. According to information gathered by Nyasatimes, April 15 was set as the final preparatory date, with interviews […] The post ACB Top Job Race Heats Up as Interviews Roll Out Amid Secrecy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It is a moment of triumph, pride, and proof that results speak louder than promises. Maranatha Academy has once again raised the bar, with a record 431 students now selected to public universities across Malawi—an increase from 405—following the latest release of selections including the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) City Campus. […] The post Maranatha Academy Breaks Own Record as 431 Students Secure Public University Selection appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In many societies, a troubling pattern persists: poverty is pitied, but wealth is questioned. A poor man moves through life with sympathy, while a successful one often carries the burden of suspicion. Instead of asking how success can be replicated, society too often interrogates how it was achieved. No one gathers to ask a struggling […] The post Why Is Poverty Ignored While Wealth Is Questioned? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.