On December 25, armed men opened fire on journalists and police gathered for the reopening of Haiti’s largest hospital, killing at least three, including two reporters. The attack, attributed to the Viv Ansanm gang, also wounded several others. Local media reported the incident occurred at the State University of Haiti Hospital in Port-au-Prince. Prime Minister’s office condemned the assault, calling it an attack on society’s foundation. This violence comes amid escalating gang activity, with over 5,300 killed in Haiti this year. n18oc_crux

TDP leaders K Ram Mohan Naidu and Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, both ministers in the NDA government at the Centre, and party MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu were present in the meeting.

Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance, including Amit Shah and Chandrababu Naidu, met in Delhi to counter Congress’ criticism of Shah’s Ambedkar remark. They emphasized good governance and people’s welfare, reaffirmed unity in upcoming elections, and discussed Vajpayee’s legacy and future strategies.