<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<p>In a rocket strike on a railway station, Russians seem to have killed over 52&nbsp;people and injured several others in eastern Ukraine on Friday, reports said citing the state railway company. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as civilians were trying to flee war towards safer parts of the country. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Ukrainian Railways said, "Two rockets hit Kramatorsk railway station." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-nations-suspends-russia-from-human-rights-body-over-ukraine-469196" hreflang="en">Russia 'quitting' human rights body after UNGA votes to suspend it</a></strong></p>

<p>The Railways later added, "According to operational data, more than 30 people were killed and more than 100 were wounded in the rocket attack on Kramatorsk railway station." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The station in the city of Kramatorsk was being used to evacuate civilians from areas which are under bombardment by Russian forces. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the time of the attack, thousands of people were at the station, Donetsk region governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Borodyanka: 26 bodies recovered from shelled apartments</strong></p>

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<p>"The 'Rashists' ('Russian fascists') knew very well where they were aiming and what they wanted: they wanted to sow panic and fear, they wanted to take as many civilians as possible," Kyrylenko said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>A photograph, showing several bodies on the ground along with luggage, was also published online by Kyrylenko. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In the picture, armed police, who were wearing flak jackets, could also be seen standing beside them. Rescue services could also be seen tackling fire in another photo being circulated online. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. In a rocket strike on a railway station, Russians seem to have killed over 52 people and injured several others in eastern Ukraine on Friday, reports said citing the state railway company. This comes as civilians were trying to flee war towards safer parts of the country. In a statement, Ukrainian Railways said, "Two rockets hit Kramatorsk railway station." Also Read: Russia 'quitting' human rights body after UNGA votes to suspend it The Railways later added, "According to operational data, more than 30 people were killed and more than 100 were wounded in the rocket attack on Kramatorsk railway station." More than 30 people were killed in a #Russian #airstrike on a train station in eastern #Ukraine as they attempted to flee by train. pic.twitter.com/io9aTK0bxC — andre_groten 💙💛 (@angroten) April 8, 2022 × The station in the city of Kramatorsk was being used to evacuate civilians from areas which are under bombardment by Russian forces. At the time of the attack, thousands of people were at the station, Donetsk region governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said. Watch | Borodyanka: 26 bodies recovered from shelled apartments × "The 'Rashists' ('Russian fascists') knew very well where they were aiming and what they wanted: they wanted to sow panic and fear, they wanted to take as many civilians as possible," Kyrylenko said. A photograph, showing several bodies on the ground along with luggage, was also published online by Kyrylenko. In the picture, armed police, who were wearing flak jackets, could also be seen standing beside them. Rescue services could also be seen tackling fire in another photo being circulated online. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian rocket strike on Ukraine train station kills 52, injures many, say reports 

In pics: Thousands of protesters gather to call for help of Ukraine in US

<p>For around 29 minutes on Saturday, the social media account of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's Office was hacked, a PTI report said citing senior officer. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the hack, around 400-500 tweets were sent from the official Twitter handle of the office in the early hours of Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the case was registered with the Cyber Crime police station in Lucknow, the police assured strict action will be taken against the culprits. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/till-further-notice-tata-group-owned-air-india-suspends-non-stop-flights-to-russia-469222" hreflang="en">Till further notice, Tata Group-owned Air India suspends non-stop flights to Russia</a></strong></p>

<p>"The account was hacked for around 29 minutes at night. The hackers posted around 400-500 tweets, and the account was suspended on grounds of unnatural activity," the senior official told PTI. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a tweet, the Uttar Pradesh government in Hindi, later said, "There was an attempt by anti-social elements to hack the official Twitter account of the Chief Minister's Office @CMOfficeUP at 12.30 am on April 9. Some tweets were posted by them which were recovered immediately." &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;West, Russia pressurise India to pick sides, India continues on path of non-alignment</strong></p>

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<p>After the probe is carried out in the case by cyber experts, strict action will be taken, it added. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Presently in Gorakhpur, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the agencies concerned are investigating the matter. &nbsp;</p>

<p>A case has been registered under IT Act, said Triveni Singh, cyber crime, Superintendent of Police, UP Police. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


For around 29 minutes on Saturday, the social media account of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's Office was hacked, a PTI report said citing senior officer. In the hack, around 400-500 tweets were sent from the official Twitter handle of the office in the early hours of Saturday.

For around 29 minutes on Saturday, the social media account of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's Office was hacked, a PTI report said citing senior officer. In the hack, around 400-500 tweets were sent from the official Twitter handle of the office in the early hours of Saturday. After the case was registered with the Cyber Crime police station in Lucknow, the police assured strict action will be taken against the culprits. Also Read: Till further notice, Tata Group-owned Air India suspends non-stop flights to Russia "The account was hacked for around 29 minutes at night. The hackers posted around 400-500 tweets, and the account was suspended on grounds of unnatural activity," the senior official told PTI. In a tweet, the Uttar Pradesh government in Hindi, later said, "There was an attempt by anti-social elements to hack the official Twitter account of the Chief Minister's Office @CMOfficeUP at 12.30 am on April 9. Some tweets were posted by them which were recovered immediately." Watch: West, Russia pressurise India to pick sides, India continues on path of non-alignment × After the probe is carried out in the case by cyber experts, strict action will be taken, it added. Presently in Gorakhpur, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the agencies concerned are investigating the matter. A case has been registered under IT Act, said Triveni Singh, cyber crime, Superintendent of Police, UP Police. (With inputs from agencies)

Twitter handle of Indian state UP CM's Office hacked briefly, says report

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{6}" paraid="1718464851" >Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday reiterated Imran Khan’s claim of a&nbsp;US conspiracy to dethrone the prime minister, saying that their government was being punished for&nbsp;visiting Russia during the beginning of the Ukraine invasion. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{137}" paraid="1069452775" >Speaking at the National Assembly ahead of the no-confidence motion, Qureshi seemed to accept the&nbsp;writing on the wall. He began by saying, “This may be my last day (as Pak FM).”&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{161}" paraid="421941154" >“The Moscow visit was planned months ago and had nothing to do with that Ukraine attacks. The&nbsp;visit was a bilateral one and totally with the intent of benefitting Pakistan,” he said in the lower house&nbsp;of the parliament. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{161}" paraid="421941154" ><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-pm-imran-khan-claims-us-official-behind-foreign-conspiracy-to-oust-him-469484" hreflang="en">Pak PM Imran Khan claims US official behind ‘foreign conspiracy’ to oust him&nbsp;</a></strong></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{197}" paraid="56036648" >The foreign minister alleged that Pakistan’s National Security Advisor had received a call from his&nbsp;counterpart from the US to cancel the visit to Moscow. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{221}" paraid="1301217191" >“Before we leave for Russia, the National Security Advisor of USA called the National Security&nbsp;Advisor of Pakistan and categorically said: ‘Do not go’.” &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9ab6673e-f588-4654-abc6-8c5b44e9af37}{245}" paraid="470418536" >He also claimed that the “conspiracy letter” from the US to oust Khan was “authentic”. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{8}" paraid="2103338100" >“I reiterate again. The document that I received is real and authentic circulated by a high seasoned&nbsp; official from the Washington,” Qureshi said. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{26}" paraid="787645547" >“The letter said: If no confidence motion succeeds, we will have good relationship. And if no&nbsp;confidence motioned failed - you (Pakistan) will face consequences. Isn't it (letter) a threat to our&nbsp;nation?” he added. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan national assembly session reconvenes after delay</strong></p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{62}" paraid="1458602095" >The minister also proposed an in-camera session and sought the Pakistan ambassador in US to “come&nbsp;and brief the house.”&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{86}" paraid="1683864238" >“Let the ambassador of Pakistan in Washington come and brief the house. Let him explain what the&nbsp;documents sent was true or not— on camera,” the minister said. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{110}" paraid="1176827009" >Qureshi also said that the speaker’s decision ahead of the no-trust motion against Prime Minister&nbsp;Imran Khan would be final.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{134}" paraid="46683679" >“In our opinion, the decision of the speaker is final,” he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{146}" paraid="422299079" >He also attacked the opposition for bringing in the no-trust plea, saying, “Who will save the country (PTI members chanting Imran Khan, Imran Khan). These people (opposition) don’t have any goal, no&nbsp;common intention for the country. These people were fighting against each other few days ago. Now&nbsp;Imran Khan alone is standing for the nation.” &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bb025dc0-b823-496d-9da2-37a1eaee9d85}{194}" paraid="53115023" >Expressing reservations against the no-confidence motion, he said, “For God’s sake, don’t push this&nbsp;country into a constitution crisis. The only way to avoid is seek the mandate from the people of Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>


Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday reiterated Imran Khan’s claim of a US conspiracy to dethrone the prime minister, saying that their government was being punished for visiting Russia during the beginning of the Ukraine invasion.

Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday reiterated Imran Khan’s claim of a US conspiracy to dethrone the prime minister, saying that their government was being punished for visiting Russia during the beginning of the Ukraine invasion. Speaking at the National Assembly ahead of the no-confidence motion, Qureshi seemed to accept the writing on the wall. He began by saying, “This may be my last day (as Pak FM).” “The Moscow visit was planned months ago and had nothing to do with that Ukraine attacks. The visit was a bilateral one and totally with the intent of benefitting Pakistan,” he said in the lower house of the parliament. Also Read: Pak PM Imran Khan claims US official behind ‘foreign conspiracy’ to oust him The foreign minister alleged that Pakistan’s National Security Advisor had received a call from his counterpart from the US to cancel the visit to Moscow. “Before we leave for Russia, the National Security Advisor of USA called the National Security Advisor of Pakistan and categorically said: ‘Do not go’.” He also claimed that the “conspiracy letter” from the US to oust Khan was “authentic”. “I reiterate again. The document that I received is real and authentic circulated by a high seasoned official from the Washington,” Qureshi said. “The letter said: If no confidence motion succeeds, we will have good relationship. And if no confidence motioned failed - you (Pakistan) will face consequences. Isn't it (letter) a threat to our nation?” he added. Watch: Pakistan national assembly session reconvenes after delay The minister also proposed an in-camera session and sought the Pakistan ambassador in US to “come and brief the house.” “Let the ambassador of Pakistan in Washington come and brief the house. Let him explain what the documents sent was true or not— on camera,” the minister said. Qureshi also said that the speaker’s decision ahead of the no-trust motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan would be final. “In our opinion, the decision of the speaker is final,” he said. He also attacked the opposition for bringing in the no-trust plea, saying, “Who will save the country (PTI members chanting Imran Khan, Imran Khan). These people (opposition) don’t have any goal, no common intention for the country. These people were fighting against each other few days ago. Now Imran Khan alone is standing for the nation.” Expressing reservations against the no-confidence motion, he said, “For God’s sake, don’t push this country into a constitution crisis. The only way to avoid is seek the mandate from the people of Pakistan.

Pak foreign minister links no-trust vote to Imran Khan's Russia visit, Ukraine war

<p>As no-confidence motion against the Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has delayed his ouster, rumours are rife that Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari may get appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs when the new government, which will be composed of the present Opposition, takes charge, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Bilawal has also said the decisions over the ministerial berths will be taken by the party, Geo News reported. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/what-is-a-cipher-pm-imran-khan-says-cant-share-threat-letter-as-it-contains-secret-info-of-pakistan-469476" hreflang="en">Pakistan Political Crisis: What is a cipher? Can’t share 'threat letter' as it has nation's secret info: PM</a></strong></p>

<p>The Supreme Court’s judgment is the "first step" towards ridding institutions of controversies, the PPP leader believed. &nbsp;</p>

<p>As there is a delay in the holding of the no-confidence motion, several eyes are on the candidates for the main positions if the joint opposition forms a new government. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, at no-trust debate in Parliament, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said that PM Imran Khan seems to be the first captain, who is running from the pitch with wickets as he fears he’ll lose the match.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan National Assembly session resumes: Qureshi demands in house camera session</strong></p>

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<p>Pointing at Imran's absence from Parliament, he said the captain had run away as he was not capable of defending himself. "This fight is not between Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) but its fight between supporters of democracy and who want to destroy the democracy. The reality is that Imran Khan is afraid of free and fair elections," Bilawal continued. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bilawal also urged the Speaker to follow the court order and conduct voting today. “If no voting is happening, we will remain sitting here,” he added. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


As no-confidence motion against the Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has delayed his ouster, rumours are rife that Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari may get appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs when the new government, which will be composed of the present Opposition, takes charge, media reports said.

As no-confidence motion against the Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has delayed his ouster, rumours are rife that Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari may get appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs when the new government, which will be composed of the present Opposition, takes charge, media reports said. Bilawal has also said the decisions over the ministerial berths will be taken by the party, Geo News reported. Also Read: Pakistan Political Crisis: What is a cipher? Can’t share 'threat letter' as it has nation's secret info: PM The Supreme Court’s judgment is the "first step" towards ridding institutions of controversies, the PPP leader believed. As there is a delay in the holding of the no-confidence motion, several eyes are on the candidates for the main positions if the joint opposition forms a new government. What a brilliant and powerful speech! @BBhuttoZardari keeps raising the bar pic.twitter.com/ZRhXQpQVxH — Mehrooj Rai (@MehroojRai) April 9, 2022 × Meanwhile, at no-trust debate in Parliament, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said that PM Imran Khan seems to be the first captain, who is running from the pitch with wickets as he fears he’ll lose the match. Watch: Pakistan National Assembly session resumes: Qureshi demands in house camera session × Pointing at Imran's absence from Parliament, he said the captain had run away as he was not capable of defending himself. "This fight is not between Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) but its fight between supporters of democracy and who want to destroy the democracy. The reality is that Imran Khan is afraid of free and fair elections," Bilawal continued. Kudos to @BBhuttoZardari 🙌 sane voice in the parliament! #NationalAssembly pic.twitter.com/kAYWMAri3W — Naz Baloch (@NazBaloch_) April 9, 2022 × Bilawal also urged the Speaker to follow the court order and conduct voting today. “If no voting is happening, we will remain sitting here,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

If Pak PM loses vote, PPP's Bilawal rumoured to get foreign minister post in new govt, say reports 

<p>At no-trust debate in Parliament, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that PM Imran Khan seems to be the first captain, who is running from the pitch with wickets as he fears he’ll lose the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his speech, he said that he had warned PM many days ago that - this man, while pointing to Shah Mahmood Qureshi, will trap you and today PM has been trapped. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He also urged the Speaker to proceed with the voting procedure. "You are not alone - in the past - as decisions of many speakers were set aside," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-pm-imran-khan-claims-us-official-behind-foreign-conspiracy-to-oust-him-469484" hreflang="en">Pak PM Imran Khan claims US official behind ‘foreign conspiracy’ to oust him&nbsp;</a></strong></p>

<p>"The rhetoric of foreign conspiracy is going around too much - if they want to discuss on the issue we can discuss for many days, but today please follow the court order and proceed with voting," he added. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Pointing at Imran's absence from Parliament, he said the captain had run away as he was not capable of defending himself. "This fight is not between Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) but its fight between supporters of democracy and who want to destroy the democracy. The reality is that Imran Khan is afraid of free and fair elections," Bilawal continued. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan national assembly session reconvenes after delay</strong></p>

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<p>"We won't allow any conspiracy to destroy our constitution, which was built with blood and hard work of our elders," he added. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Bilawal urged the Speaker to follow the court order and conduct voting today. “If no voting is happening, we will remain sitting here,” he added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


At no-trust debate in Parliament, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that PM Imran Khan seems to be the first captain, who is running from the pitch with wickets as he fears he’ll lose the match.

At no-trust debate in Parliament, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that PM Imran Khan seems to be the first captain, who is running from the pitch with wickets as he fears he’ll lose the match. During his speech, he said that he had warned PM many days ago that - this man, while pointing to Shah Mahmood Qureshi, will trap you and today PM has been trapped. He also urged the Speaker to proceed with the voting procedure. "You are not alone - in the past - as decisions of many speakers were set aside," he said. Also Read: Pak PM Imran Khan claims US official behind ‘foreign conspiracy’ to oust him "The rhetoric of foreign conspiracy is going around too much - if they want to discuss on the issue we can discuss for many days, but today please follow the court order and proceed with voting," he added. Pointing at Imran's absence from Parliament, he said the captain had run away as he was not capable of defending himself. "This fight is not between Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) but its fight between supporters of democracy and who want to destroy the democracy. The reality is that Imran Khan is afraid of free and fair elections," Bilawal continued. Watch: Pakistan national assembly session reconvenes after delay × "We won't allow any conspiracy to destroy our constitution, which was built with blood and hard work of our elders," he added. Bilawal urged the Speaker to follow the court order and conduct voting today. “If no voting is happening, we will remain sitting here,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Over fear of losing match, Imran Khan first captain to run away with wickets: Bilawal Bhutto

<p>In address to the nation, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday complained that the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Khan said he respected the country's judiciary but the apex court did not take the matter of “threat letter” seriously. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Saddened by the verdict, the PM said, "I respect the Supreme Court and the judiciary, but the apex court should have looked at the threat letter before issuing the verdict." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>While talking the “threat letter”, the leader explained what a cipher is, a coded message, which is sent by embassies to their country. He added that the message cannot be shared with the media and public as it has secret information about Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also made some major announcements related to the National Assembly's vote on a no-confidence resolution against him on Saturday (tomorrow).</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: What will be Imran Khan's next step?</strong></p>

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<p>He said that "I want to tell my youth that you have to protect your independence. We have to protect our democracy on our own. The Army or others can't protect our democracy. Whatever is happening with our democracy is catastrophic."</p>

<p>Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for a nationwide protest, speaking directly to the country's youth.</p>

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In address to the nation, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday complained that the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter.

In address to the nation, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday complained that the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter. Khan said he respected the country's judiciary but the apex court did not take the matter of “threat letter” seriously. Saddened by the verdict, the PM said, "I respect the Supreme Court and the judiciary, but the apex court should have looked at the threat letter before issuing the verdict." Also Read: Finally, Pak PM wife Bushra Bibi’s friend Farah Khan breaks silence While talking the “threat letter”, the leader explained what a cipher is, a coded message, which is sent by embassies to their country. He added that the message cannot be shared with the media and public as it has secret information about Pakistan. He also made some major announcements related to the National Assembly's vote on a no-confidence resolution against him on Saturday (tomorrow). Watch: Gravitas: What will be Imran Khan's next step? × He said that "I want to tell my youth that you have to protect your independence. We have to protect our democracy on our own. The Army or others can't protect our democracy. Whatever is happening with our democracy is catastrophic." Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for a nationwide protest, speaking directly to the country's youth. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan Political Crisis: What is a cipher? Can’t share 'threat letter' as it has nation's secret info: PM

<p>Russia has been suspended from the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council by the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday, prompting Moscow to quit the body. The action was taken on reports of "gross and systematic violations and violations of human rights" by Russian troops in the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelensky-says-russia-hiding-thousands-killed-in-mariupol-468954" hreflang="en">Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia hiding 'thousands' killed in Mariupol</a></strong></p>

<p>Following the vote, Russia's deputy UN Ambassador Gennady Kuzmin called the decision "illegitimate and politically motivated," and declared that Russia would withdraw from the Human Rights Council altogether.</p>

<p>"The Russian Federation made a decision about, um, about ending or suspending its right, its membership in the Human Rights Council before the end of its term on the 7th of April of this year," Kuzmin said. "In today's conditions, the council is in fact monopolized by one group of states who use it for their short term aims.”</p>

<p>Afterwards, while talking to reporters&nbsp;Ukraine's UN&nbsp;Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya commented "you do not submit your resignation after you are fired".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-russia-conflict-borodyanka-destruction-more-horrific-than-bucha-says-zelensky-469254" hreflang="en">Ukraine-Russia conflict: Borodyanka destruction 'more horrific' than Bucha, says Zelensky</a></strong></p>

<p>In the vote, 93 votes were in favour, 24 countries voted against and 58 countries abstained. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the 193-member General Assembly, a two-third majority of voting members were required to suspend Russia from the 47-member Human Rights Council. Abstentions do not count in this vote. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The resolution, which was adopted by the UNGA on Thursday, expressed "grave concern at the ongoing human rights and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine," particularly at reports of rights abuses by Russia. &nbsp;</p>

<p>India had abstained in this resolution.&nbsp;After the vote, Permanent Representative TS Tirumurti said, "If India has chosen any side, it is the side of peace and it is for an immediate end to violence."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India's neutrality on test at United Nations General Assembly</strong></p>

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<p>For the abstention, he said, "We do so for reasons of both substance and process." &nbsp;</p>

<p>This was the third resolution adopted by the assembly since Russia had invaded Ukraine on February 24. Earlier, two resolutions denounced Russia’s invasion. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>

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Russia has been suspended from the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council by the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday, prompting Moscow to quit the body.

Russia has been suspended from the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council by the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday, prompting Moscow to quit the body. The action was taken on reports of "gross and systematic violations and violations of human rights" by Russian troops in the war in Ukraine. Also Read: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia hiding 'thousands' killed in Mariupol Following the vote, Russia's deputy UN Ambassador Gennady Kuzmin called the decision "illegitimate and politically motivated," and declared that Russia would withdraw from the Human Rights Council altogether. "The Russian Federation made a decision about, um, about ending or suspending its right, its membership in the Human Rights Council before the end of its term on the 7th of April of this year," Kuzmin said. "In today's conditions, the council is in fact monopolized by one group of states who use it for their short term aims.” Afterwards, while talking to reporters Ukraine's UN Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya commented "you do not submit your resignation after you are fired". Also read | Ukraine-Russia conflict: Borodyanka destruction 'more horrific' than Bucha, says Zelensky In the vote, 93 votes were in favour, 24 countries voted against and 58 countries abstained. In the 193-member General Assembly, a two-third majority of voting members were required to suspend Russia from the 47-member Human Rights Council. Abstentions do not count in this vote. The resolution, which was adopted by the UNGA on Thursday, expressed "grave concern at the ongoing human rights and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine," particularly at reports of rights abuses by Russia. India had abstained in this resolution. After the vote, Permanent Representative TS Tirumurti said, "If India has chosen any side, it is the side of peace and it is for an immediate end to violence." Watch: India's neutrality on test at United Nations General Assembly × For the abstention, he said, "We do so for reasons of both substance and process." This was the third resolution adopted by the assembly since Russia had invaded Ukraine on February 24. Earlier, two resolutions denounced Russia’s invasion. (With inputs from agencies)

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In Pics: First private astronauts’ mission to ISS lifts off in US

<p>History has been made today. For the first time, an all-private astronaut mission, Axiom Mission 1, has been sent to International Space Station (ISS). &nbsp;</p>

<p>The four-member crew, who were selected by Houston-based startup Axiom Space Inc, left for the space laboratory in a SpaceX rocket ship on Friday. It is the landmark debut spaceflight for the firm. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is sending three customers, who have paid for the flight and an Axiom employee Michael López-Alegría to the ISS for an eight-day stay. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>López-Alegría, who is also a former NASA astronaut, is leading the mission. While the other three are pilot Larry Connor and mission specialists, Eytan Stibbe and Mark Pathy. The four astronauts will stay and work on the flying outpost. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The flight, which is being hailed by several people as a new milestone in the commercialisation of low-Earth orbit, lifted off at 11:17 am EDT (1517 GMT) from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Axiom’s live video webcast showed the SpaceX launch vehicle, which had a Falcon 9 rocket topped by its Crew Dragon capsule, soaring towards space over Florida's Atlantic coast. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The cameras, which were inside the crew compartment, also showed footage of the four men moments before the rocket lifted off. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the plan, the team will arrive at the space station on Saturday. After around 20-hour-plus flight, the Crew Dragon, which is autonomously operated, will dock with the orbiting outpost around 400 km above the Earth. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The team is carrying equipment and supplies for 26 science and technology experiments, which will be conducted before they head home. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


History has been made today. For the first time, an all-private astronaut mission, Axiom Mission 1, has been sent to International Space Station (ISS). The four-member crew, who were selected by Houston-based startup Axiom Space Inc, left for the space laboratory in a SpaceX rocket ship on Friday.

History has been made today. For the first time, an all-private astronaut mission, Axiom Mission 1, has been sent to International Space Station (ISS). The four-member crew, who were selected by Houston-based startup Axiom Space Inc, left for the space laboratory in a SpaceX rocket ship on Friday. It is the landmark debut spaceflight for the firm. It is sending three customers, who have paid for the flight and an Axiom employee Michael López-Alegría to the ISS for an eight-day stay. Also Read: Methane concentration in Earth’s atmosphere witnessed record rise in 2021 López-Alegría, who is also a former NASA astronaut, is leading the mission. While the other three are pilot Larry Connor and mission specialists, Eytan Stibbe and Mark Pathy. The four astronauts will stay and work on the flying outpost. Separation confirmed! @Axiom_Space's #Ax1 mission is now on its way in the @SpaceX Dragon Endeavour. Next stop: the International @Space_Station. pic.twitter.com/Q3uLLWy2B6 — NASA (@NASA) April 8, 2022 × The flight, which is being hailed by several people as a new milestone in the commercialisation of low-Earth orbit, lifted off at 11:17 am EDT (1517 GMT) from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This takes commerce to a whole new level. @Axiom_Space's #Ax1 mission is on its way to the @Space_Station in @SpaceX's Dragon Endeavour—a key step in our ongoing work to open opportunities for space travelers in low-Earth orbit. pic.twitter.com/SZk7Tseykw — NASA (@NASA) April 8, 2022 × Axiom’s live video webcast showed the SpaceX launch vehicle, which had a Falcon 9 rocket topped by its Crew Dragon capsule, soaring towards space over Florida's Atlantic coast. Watch: Future of the aviation sector: First of its kind electric aircraft certified for training × The cameras, which were inside the crew compartment, also showed footage of the four men moments before the rocket lifted off. LIVE: Axiom Mission 1 is lifting off from @NASAKennedy for eight days of science, outreach, and commercial activities on the @Space_Station! Launch is scheduled for 11:17am ET (15:17 UTC)—join us, @Axiom_Space, and @SpaceX for live #Ax1 coverage. https://t.co/xU6PuWRCqI — NASA (@NASA) April 8, 2022 × According to the plan, the team will arrive at the space station on Saturday. After around 20-hour-plus flight, the Crew Dragon, which is autonomously operated, will dock with the orbiting outpost around 400 km above the Earth. The team is carrying equipment and supplies for 26 science and technology experiments, which will be conducted before they head home. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | Scripting history: For first time, all-private astronaut mission to ISS soars in space  

<p>26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed has got 31 years in jail by Pakistani court, said reports.&nbsp;Russian rocket strike on Ukraine train station killed 50, said&nbsp;reports.&nbsp;I promise to fine&nbsp;Muslims for wearing headscarve, said&nbsp;French Presidential candidate.&nbsp;Sri Lanka cricket legend Ranatunga tells WION, government&nbsp;is trying to cling to power.&nbsp;Methane concentration in Earth’s atmosphere witnessed record rise in 2021. In India, from April 10, all adults are eligible for booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines.&nbsp;Finally, Pakistan PM Imran Khan wife Bushra Bibi’s friend Farah Khan broke&nbsp;silence. Macron has regretted&nbsp;to enter&nbsp;France's presidential race late as Le Pen has cut&nbsp;lead.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/2611-mastermind-hafiz-saeed-gets-31-years-in-jail-by-pakistans-anti-terrorism-court-reports-469391"><strong>26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed gets 31 years in jail by Pakistani court: Reports</strong></a></p>

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<p>In different terror cases, Mumbai terror attack mastermind and Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed was sentenced to 31 years in prison by a Pakistani anti-terrorism court on Friday.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rocket-strike-by-russians-on-station-in-ukraine-kills-30-injures-100-says-report-469355"><strong>Russian rocket strike on Ukraine train station kills 50, injures many: Reports</strong></a></p>

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<p>In a rocket strike on a railway station, Russians seem to have killed over 50 people and injured several others in eastern Ukraine on Friday, reports said citing the state railway company. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-promise-fines-for-muslims-wearing-headscarves-french-presidential-candidate-marine-le-pen-469384"><strong>I promise fines for Muslims wearing headscarve: French Presidential candidate</strong></a></p>

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<p>Marine Le Pen, a far-right presidential contender in France, promised to punish Muslims who wear headscarves in public on Thursday, as politicians made a final push for votes three days before an election that is becoming tighter.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/exclusive-former-minister-calls-sri-lankas-current-situation-chaos-says-govt-trying-to-hold-on-to-power-469337"><strong>Sri Lanka cricket legend Ranatunga tells WION govt trying to cling to power</strong></a></p>

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<p>Arjuna Ranatunga, legendary Sri Lankan cricketer and former minister, &nbsp;spoke with WION's Dasuni Athauda in an exclusive interview, sharing his thoughts on the worsening economic and political crisis in the country. He slammed the government for claiming that the recent protests were politically motivated, and accused it of attempting to "hold on to its power." He also praised India for its help at this time of need for its neighbour.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/methane-concentration-in-earths-atmosphere-witnessed-record-rise-in-2021-469382"><strong>Methane concentration in Earth’s atmosphere witnessed record rise in 2021</strong></a></p>

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<p>In 2021, methane concentration in Earth’s air witnessed a record rise, as per US government data. The spike in greenhouse gas has been witnessed for the second year in a row, raising fears of more effects of it on climate change. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-from-april-10-all-above-18-years-eligible-for-booster-doses-of-covid-19-vaccine-469351"><strong>India: From April 10, all adults eligible for booster doses of COVID vaccine</strong></a></p>

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<p>The Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced on Friday that prophylactic doses (booster doses) of the COVID-19 vaccine will be available for all adults starting on Sunday, April 10, at private vaccination centres.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/finally-pak-pm-imran-khan-wife-bushra-bibis-friend-farah-khan-breaks-silence-denies-all-accusations-469429"><strong>Finally, Pak PM wife Bushra Bibi’s friend Farah Khan breaks silence</strong></a></p>

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<p>Finally, Farah Khan, the close friend of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, has broken her silence over the numerous allegations levelled against her, a Geo News report said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/the-35-tumultuous-years-of-imran-khans-premiership-from-build-up-to-aftermath-469427"><strong>3.5 tumultuous years of Imran Khan's premiership: From build-up to aftermath</strong></a></p>

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<p>Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's professional cricket career came to an end in a blaze of glory. His political career, on the other hand, has taken a very opposite path.</p>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-regrets-entering-frances-presidential-race-late-as-le-pen-cuts-lead-469367">Macron regrets entering France's presidential race late as Le Pen cuts lead</a></strong></p>

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<p>French President Emmanuel Macron voiced regret on Friday for starting campaigning late as opinion polls showed him holding a slender lead over the far-right candidate Marine Le Pen, who he warned would scare investors away from France.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-japan-ends-russian-coal-imports-expels-moscows-diplomats-469380"><strong>Ukraine war: Japan ends Russian coal imports, expels Moscow's diplomats</strong></a></p>

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<p>Japan said on Friday it will end imports of Russian coal and announced the expulsion of eight of Moscow's diplomats over "war crimes" in Ukraine.</p>


26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed has got 31 years in jail by Pakistani court, said reports. Russian rocket strike on Ukraine train station killed 50, said reports. I promise to fine Muslims for wearing headscarve, said French Presidential candidate.

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<p>Finally, Farah Khan, the close friend of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, has broken her silence over the numerous allegations levelled against her, a Geo News report said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement issued on her official social media accounts, Khan, who is also known as Farah Shahzadi, has denied all the accusations. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"I outrightly condemn all accusations and rumors with regards to myself and my family. I have neither involved myself in politics nor was I ever in a position to interfere in governmental affairs. Those who have attempted to tarnish my character must remember their sisters," Farah wrote. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Several claims have been made against her, alleging involvement in corruption and hoarding wealth. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/democracy-is-the-best-revenge-pak-opposition-leaders-welcome-scs-decision-as-imran-summons-mps-469208" hreflang="en">'Democracy is the best revenge': Pak Opposition leaders welcome SC's decision</a></strong></p>

<p>"My family has been in a constant state of distress and suffering. For God's sake! Please stop spreading rumors and connecting me and my family with such hearsay," Farah added. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Farah also said that her husband had already given the information about their business. The people, who are related to her, have also denounced the allegations, she added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The woman has been accused by the Opposition of receiving huge sum of money for getting officers transferred as per their preferences. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>An undated photo of her flying with a bag near her feet had surfaced on Twitter. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Imran Khan vows to fight back after snub from Pakistan Supreme Court</strong></p>

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<p>The picture had been tweeted by Romina Khurshid Alam, MNA, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, who has claimed that the bag in the picture is worth USD 90,000. "Farah Khan, Bushra’s frontwoman who ran away. The bag with her is for $90,000," tweeted Romina. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Farah has committed this act of corruption under Imran and his wife's orders, Pakistan Muslim League (N) vice president Maryam Nawaz had said. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Farah has made billions from transfers and postings through Punjab chief minister Usman Buzdar, claimed Chaudhry Sarwar, who has been sacked as Punjab governor recently, and Aleem Khan, old friend of Khan and the party financer. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Finally, Farah Khan, the close friend of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, has broken her silence over the numerous allegations levelled against her, a Geo News report said.

Finally, Farah Khan, the close friend of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, has broken her silence over the numerous allegations levelled against her, a Geo News report said. In a statement issued on her official social media accounts, Khan, who is also known as Farah Shahzadi, has denied all the accusations. "I outrightly condemn all accusations and rumors with regards to myself and my family. I have neither involved myself in politics nor was I ever in a position to interfere in governmental affairs. Those who have attempted to tarnish my character must remember their sisters," Farah wrote. Several claims have been made against her, alleging involvement in corruption and hoarding wealth. Also Read: 'Democracy is the best revenge': Pak Opposition leaders welcome SC's decision "My family has been in a constant state of distress and suffering. For God's sake! Please stop spreading rumors and connecting me and my family with such hearsay," Farah added. Farah also said that her husband had already given the information about their business. The people, who are related to her, have also denounced the allegations, she added. The woman has been accused by the Opposition of receiving huge sum of money for getting officers transferred as per their preferences. An undated photo of her flying with a bag near her feet had surfaced on Twitter. Watch: Imran Khan vows to fight back after snub from Pakistan Supreme Court × The picture had been tweeted by Romina Khurshid Alam, MNA, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, who has claimed that the bag in the picture is worth USD 90,000. "Farah Khan, Bushra’s frontwoman who ran away. The bag with her is for $90,000," tweeted Romina. Farah Khan, Bushra’s Frontwoman who ran away . The bag with her is for $90,000. Yes that’s ninety thousand dollars. pic.twitter.com/ESrZOKD3h6 — Romina Khurshid Alam (@MNARomina) April 5, 2022 × Farah has committed this act of corruption under Imran and his wife's orders, Pakistan Muslim League (N) vice president Maryam Nawaz had said. Farah has made billions from transfers and postings through Punjab chief minister Usman Buzdar, claimed Chaudhry Sarwar, who has been sacked as Punjab governor recently, and Aleem Khan, old friend of Khan and the party financer. (With inputs from agencies)

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