News in Pics, January 7: Best photos from around the world

Policemen stop people during the night curfew between 10 pm to 5 am imposed by the Tamil Nadu government to curb the spread of Covid-19. Credit: PTI Photo

South Africa's Dean Elgar and Temba Bavuma celebrate winning the second cricket test between South Africa and India. Credit: AP Photo

A burqa-clad Afghan woman sits with a child on her lap as she seeks alms from passers-by on a bridge covered with snow in Kabul. Credit: AP Photo

Activists hold placards