In Pics: What happened across the world on January 6

Bangalore, Jan 6: Bangladesh's ruling party on Monday won one of the most violent elections in the country's history, marred by street fighting, low turnout and a boycott by the opposition that made the results a foregone conclusion. The violence marred the election process killing many and injuring hundreds.

Meanwhile, 14 people were killed in a stampede at a mosque in the country's north and 10 other people were injured in the incident in Guyuan.

Temperatures not seen in years are likely to set records in the coming days across the United States creating dangerous travel conditions and prompting church and school closures.

OneIndia news brings to you news from across the world in pictures.

In Dhaka

Bangladeshi opposition party activists beat a ruling Awami League party activist during a clash near a polling station in Rajshahi, northwest of Dhaka.

In China

14 people were killed in a stampede at a mosque in the country's north and 10 other people were injured in the incident in Guyuan, China

In Chicago

O'Hare airport crews work to de-ice planes at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago on Sunday. United States is experiencing snow storms disrupting normal life.

In Vatican

Pope Francis sits as his mitra is placed on his head, during a Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican, to mark Epiphany. The Epiphany day, is a joyous day for Catholics in which they recall the journey of the Three Kings, or Magi, to pay homage to Baby Jesus.

In Indonesia

Mount Sinabung spews hot lava as seen from Jeraya, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The 2,600-meter (8,530-foot) volcano has sporadically erupted since September.