<p>Former Chief Minister of the Indian state of&nbsp;Andhra Pradesh,&nbsp;Jagan Mohan Reddy, cancelled his visit to the Tirupati temple on Friday (Sep 27), amid the ongoing laddoo row. &nbsp;</p>

<p>YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) Chief Reddy was scheduled to visit the temple as part of temple rituals to atone for the "sins" committed by his successor and incumbent&nbsp;Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reddy's plan to visit the temple comes amid the Andhra Pradesh CM's allegation that the previous YSRCP government used animal fat and substandard ingredients for making the prasadam laddoos at Sri Venkateswara temple in Tirupati. The allegations led to major&nbsp;controversies in the country.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>B Karunakar Reddy, former chairman, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) custodian of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills, said he and the party leaders were issued notices by the police asking them not to defy orders.</p>

<p>Former Andhra Pradesh CM stressed that the "demon rule" is continuing in the state.</p>

<p>He added, "The government is trying to obstruct my upcoming visit to the Tirumala temple. Police have issued notices to YSRCP leaders across the state regarding the temple visit. The notice states that the visit to the Tirumala temple is not permitted, and the program organized by YSRCP does not have the necessary approval. Consequently, leaders are not allowed to participate in that programme."</p>

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<p>He added that as a former chairman of the TTD, he should be permitted for a darshan along with seven members which they were planning to utilise on Friday.</p>

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<p>"Some of our leaders were given notices at midnight not to come out... It is nothing but madness if the officials ask Jagan Mohan Reddy to give a declaration because he offered silk robes to Lord Venkateswara Swamy several times during festivals," Reddy said.</p>

<h2><strong>Police issues notice&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Ahead of their visit, the district police on Friday issued a notice to several leaders and cadres of the party, not to defy Section 30 of the Police Act which is in force.</p>

<p>"Section 30 of the Police Act which regulates public assemblies and processions is in force in the district. We have noticed several postings on social media platforms asking people to gather at certain places in Tirupati. The notices are nothing but cautioning them not to come and defy orders. Jagan Mohan Reddy may also be issued a notice at the airport not to defy prohibitory orders," the official told news agency PTI.</p>

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Former Chief Minister of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy, cancelled his visit to the Tirupati temple on Friday (Sep 27), amid the ongoing laddoo row.

Former Chief Minister of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy, cancelled his visit to the Tirupati temple on Friday (Sep 27), amid the ongoing laddoo row. YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) Chief Reddy was scheduled to visit the temple as part of temple rituals to atone for the "sins" committed by his successor and incumbent Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. Reddy's plan to visit the temple comes amid the Andhra Pradesh CM's allegation that the previous YSRCP government used animal fat and substandard ingredients for making the prasadam laddoos at Sri Venkateswara temple in Tirupati. The allegations led to major controversies in the country. Also read: Tirupati Prasad row: YSRCP moves Andhra High Court after CM Naidu's allegation of adulteration B Karunakar Reddy, former chairman, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) custodian of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills, said he and the party leaders were issued notices by the police asking them not to defy orders. Former Andhra Pradesh CM stressed that the "demon rule" is continuing in the state. He added, "The government is trying to obstruct my upcoming visit to the Tirumala temple. Police have issued notices to YSRCP leaders across the state regarding the temple visit. The notice states that the visit to the Tirumala temple is not permitted, and the program organized by YSRCP does not have the necessary approval. Consequently, leaders are not allowed to participate in that programme." Former Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy says "The demon rule is continuing in the state. The government is trying to obstruct my upcoming visit to the Tirumala temple. Police have issued notices to YSRCP leaders across the state regarding the temple visit. The notice states… pic.twitter.com/Cv78CXMBXU — ANI (@ANI) September 27, 2024 × He added that as a former chairman of the TTD, he should be permitted for a darshan along with seven members which they were planning to utilise on Friday. Watch | India: Tirupati Temple 'purified' Amid Row Over Alleged Animal Fat In Ladoos × "Some of our leaders were given notices at midnight not to come out... It is nothing but madness if the officials ask Jagan Mohan Reddy to give a declaration because he offered silk robes to Lord Venkateswara Swamy several times during festivals," Reddy said. Police issues notice Ahead of their visit, the district police on Friday issued a notice to several leaders and cadres of the party, not to defy Section 30 of the Police Act which is in force. "Section 30 of the Police Act which regulates public assemblies and processions is in force in the district. We have noticed several postings on social media platforms asking people to gather at certain places in Tirupati. The notices are nothing but cautioning them not to come and defy orders. Jagan Mohan Reddy may also be issued a notice at the airport not to defy prohibitory orders," the official told news agency PTI. (With inputs from agencies)

Former Andhra Pradesh CM Reddy cancels Tirupati temple visit amid adulterated laddoo row

<p>A Norwegian linked to the detonation of communication devices used by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has been reported missing, prompting authorities to issue an international arrest warrant, police said Thursday.</p>

<p>Norway's National Criminal Investigation Service (Kripos) confirmed to AFP that it had sent an international notice, without identifying the man.</p>

<p>Oslo Police last week opened an investigation into a Norwegian man's alleged links to the blasts.</p>

<p>"A missing persons case has been opened and we have issued an international search for the person," Mari Elise Bunaes Myhrer of the Oslo Police told broadcaster NRK.</p>

<p>Hundreds of pagers and walkie-talkies detonated across Lebanon last week, killing at least 39 people and wounding nearly 3,000 in an attack widely blamed on Israel, which has refused to comment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bulgarian authorities opened an investigation after Hungarian website Telex reported that Norta Global -- a company registered in Bulgaria by a Norwegian -- had imported the devices and then delivered them to Hezbollah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bulgaria's National Security Agency (SANS) later said the company had nothing to do with the delivery of the exploding devices, but Oslo Police said they had opened a "preliminary investigation into the information that has emerged".</p>

<p>Norta Global, founded in April 2022 by Rinson Jose, last year declared revenue of 650,000 euros ($725,000) for consulting activities outside the European Union.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The company told the Verdens Gang newspaper last week that he has been on an overseas work trip since September 17 and that they had not been able to reach him.</p>

<p>The pagers and walkie-talkies exploded as their users were shopping in supermarkets, walking on streets and attending funerals, plunging the country into panic.</p>

<p>The United Nations said Friday that the detonation of the hand-held communication devices could constitute a war crime.</p>

<p>The war in Gaza began after the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas, which resulted in the deaths of 1,205 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures that include hostages killed in captivity.</p>

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<p>Of the 251 hostages seized by militants, 97 are still held in Gaza, including 33 the Israeli military says are dead.</p>

<p>Israel's retaliatory military offensive has killed at least 41,534 people in Gaza, most of them civilians, according to figures provided by the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

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A Norwegian linked to the detonation of communication devices used by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has been reported missing, prompting authorities to issue an international arrest warrant, police said Thursday.

A Norwegian linked to the detonation of communication devices used by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has been reported missing, prompting authorities to issue an international arrest warrant, police said Thursday. Norway's National Criminal Investigation Service (Kripos) confirmed to AFP that it had sent an international notice, without identifying the man. Oslo Police last week opened an investigation into a Norwegian man's alleged links to the blasts. "A missing persons case has been opened and we have issued an international search for the person," Mari Elise Bunaes Myhrer of the Oslo Police told broadcaster NRK. Hundreds of pagers and walkie-talkies detonated across Lebanon last week, killing at least 39 people and wounding nearly 3,000 in an attack widely blamed on Israel, which has refused to comment. Bulgarian authorities opened an investigation after Hungarian website Telex reported that Norta Global -- a company registered in Bulgaria by a Norwegian -- had imported the devices and then delivered them to Hezbollah. Bulgaria's National Security Agency (SANS) later said the company had nothing to do with the delivery of the exploding devices, but Oslo Police said they had opened a "preliminary investigation into the information that has emerged". Norta Global, founded in April 2022 by Rinson Jose, last year declared revenue of 650,000 euros ($725,000) for consulting activities outside the European Union. Also read: Iran MP alleges pager blast could be behind president Ebrahim Raisi's death The company told the Verdens Gang newspaper last week that he has been on an overseas work trip since September 17 and that they had not been able to reach him. The pagers and walkie-talkies exploded as their users were shopping in supermarkets, walking on streets and attending funerals, plunging the country into panic. The United Nations said Friday that the detonation of the hand-held communication devices could constitute a war crime. The war in Gaza began after the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas, which resulted in the deaths of 1,205 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures that include hostages killed in captivity. Watch | Iranian MP Links Pagers Blast To Ex-Iran President Raisi's Death × Of the 251 hostages seized by militants, 97 are still held in Gaza, including 33 the Israeli military says are dead. Israel's retaliatory military offensive has killed at least 41,534 people in Gaza, most of them civilians, according to figures provided by the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dedicated three PARAM Rudra Supercomputers and High-Performance Computing systems to the nation. These systems have been installed in Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata&nbsp;respectively.</p>

<p>"These supercomputers will go a long way in ensuring that India's scientists have access to state-of-the-art facilities," the Prime Minister said. "The three supercomputers launched today will help in advanced research from physics, earth science, and cosmology."</p>

<p>"To instill scientific temperaments in young minds, 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs have been set up in schools. Additionally, scholarships for STEM subjects have been increased," he added.</p>

<p>The National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) was established to provide the country with a robust supercomputing infrastructure to meet the growing computational needs of academia, researchers, MSMEs, and startups. It is the first initiative of its kind aimed at boosting the country's computing power.</p>

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<p>These supercomputers are equipped with applications catering to domains such as Weather and Climate, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Bioinformatics, and Material Science. The systems offer Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities over Machine Learning and Deep Learning frameworks, along with Compute and Storage as a cloud service.</p>

<p>"In this year's budget, a research fund of Rs 1 lakh crore has been announced so that India empowers the 21st century world," PM Modi added.</p>

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<p>India is now preparing for the ambitious Gaganyaan mission, which aims to demonstrate human spaceflight capabilities by launching a crew of astronauts into orbit and safely bringing them back to Earth, with a planned landing in India's sea waters.</p>

<p>The semiconductor sector has also become a crucial component of India's growth, PM Modi noted.</p>

<p>The government has so far approved five semiconductor units in India, with construction already underway at two sites. Work on the remaining three sites will commence soon. The companies have already made cumulative investments of nearly Rs 1.5 lakh crore.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dedicated three PARAM Rudra Supercomputers and High-Performance Computing systems to the nation. These systems have been installed in Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata respectively.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dedicated three PARAM Rudra Supercomputers and High-Performance Computing systems to the nation. These systems have been installed in Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata respectively. "These supercomputers will go a long way in ensuring that India's scientists have access to state-of-the-art facilities," the Prime Minister said. "The three supercomputers launched today will help in advanced research from physics, earth science, and cosmology." "To instill scientific temperaments in young minds, 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs have been set up in schools. Additionally, scholarships for STEM subjects have been increased," he added. The National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) was established to provide the country with a robust supercomputing infrastructure to meet the growing computational needs of academia, researchers, MSMEs, and startups. It is the first initiative of its kind aimed at boosting the country's computing power. The National Supercomputing Mission is jointly managed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and is being implemented by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Pune, and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. Also read: Modi meets tech CEOs in US: Google and Nvidia to boost AI engagement in India These supercomputers are equipped with applications catering to domains such as Weather and Climate, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Bioinformatics, and Material Science. The systems offer Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities over Machine Learning and Deep Learning frameworks, along with Compute and Storage as a cloud service. "In this year's budget, a research fund of Rs 1 lakh crore has been announced so that India empowers the 21st century world," PM Modi added. Highlighting India's achievements in the space sector, the Prime Minister pointed to recent successes, saying, "India aims to establish the 'Bharatiya Antariksha Station' by 2035." In 2023, India reached new heights with the successful soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 at the Moon's South Pole and the launch of Aditya-L1, India's first solar mission. These milestones not only strengthened India's position in the global space economy but also bolstered the growth of the private space sector in the country. Watch | PM Modi's US Visit: Indian PM Modi attends tech CEOs round table in US × India is now preparing for the ambitious Gaganyaan mission, which aims to demonstrate human spaceflight capabilities by launching a crew of astronauts into orbit and safely bringing them back to Earth, with a planned landing in India's sea waters. The semiconductor sector has also become a crucial component of India's growth, PM Modi noted. The government has so far approved five semiconductor units in India, with construction already underway at two sites. Work on the remaining three sites will commence soon. The companies have already made cumulative investments of nearly Rs 1.5 lakh crore. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>Karnataka government withdrew open consent to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct inquiries in the state, alleging that the bureau was functioning in a "motivated matter" and had a "biased approach".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government announced the decision during a cabinet meeting&nbsp;chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The opposition claimed that the CBI was ordered by the Bharatiya Janata Party to target its leaders, especially before the elections. It further ruled out any link to Mysuru Urban Development Authority, or MUDA, land scam allegations against&nbsp;Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.</p>

<p>Law Minister HK Patil said that it was not prompted by the Karnataka High Court's ruling upholding Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s probe sanction against the CM in the MUDA site allotment case.</p>

<p>"We are withdrawing open consent for CBI investigation in the state. We are expressing our concerns about the misuse of the agency. They are biased... that is why are taking this decision," Patil said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-court-orders-lokayukta-probe-against-cm-siddaramaiah-in-the-muda-case-761960"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Karnataka court orders Lokayukta probe against CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA case</strong></a></p>

<p>"This is not because of MUDA (land scam)..." Patil said at a press briefing, stressing, "Whole Cabinet expresses solidarity with Chief Minister...we have encouraged him to fight back."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In all cases, we have referred to the CBI, they have not filed chargesheets...leaving many cases pending. They also refused to investigate the cases we sent. There are numerous such instances."</p>

<p>Patil stressed that this is meant to "control them (the CBI) from taking the wrong path".&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Governor, who is the highest authority in the state, has upheld a false allegation against the state government. Where are the documents to show the involvement of the CM in the MUDA case?” he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Why did the government decide&nbsp;to withdraw consent?</strong></h2>

<p>Patil said that the CBI and Centre have not been judiciously using their instrumentalities. "So, case-by-case, we will verify and give (consent) to the CBI, general consent has been withdrawn.”</p>

<p>He noted that “in the case of the CM, the court has directed a Lokayukta inquiry. The question of the withdrawal of general consent to the CBI is not linked to the MUDA case.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India: Karnataka Governor approves prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA ‘scam’</strong></p>

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<p>“Over the last 18 months or so, the CBI has been functioning in a motivated manner. Only office-bearers of one party are facing a probe. This shows a biased approach,” he said.</p>

<p>With this decision, Karnataka has now joined the Opposition-ruled states, including Punjab, Jharkhand, Kerala, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Mizoram, Telangana, Meghalaya and Tamil Nadu, which have withdrawn general consent in the past.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>CM Siddaramaiah faces 'quit' calls from his party&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been facing demands from the opposition as well as his party to resign after a trial court ordered filing of charges in connection with the alleged MUDA land scam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, has suggested Siddaramaiah step down to avoid any further embarrassment to the party.</p>

<p>"He can be Chief Minister again after he clears this blemish... this is my personal request," the Congress leader said.</p>

<p>"... this is what I think. There are two judgments...one by the High Court and the other by the people's court. Under such circumstances, this situation is being utilised by the opposition parties. Yesterday itself, Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) spoke in Haryana," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So, to avoid this, I request the Chief Minister to resign. After he clears this blemish, he can return... after all, he is supported by all MLAs and Congress high command," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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Karnataka government withdrew open consent to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct inquiries in the state, alleging that the bureau was functioning in a "motivated matter" and had a "biased approach".

Karnataka government withdrew open consent to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct inquiries in the state, alleging that the bureau was functioning in a "motivated matter" and had a "biased approach". The government announced the decision during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The opposition claimed that the CBI was ordered by the Bharatiya Janata Party to target its leaders, especially before the elections. It further ruled out any link to Mysuru Urban Development Authority, or MUDA, land scam allegations against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Law Minister HK Patil said that it was not prompted by the Karnataka High Court's ruling upholding Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s probe sanction against the CM in the MUDA site allotment case. "We are withdrawing open consent for CBI investigation in the state. We are expressing our concerns about the misuse of the agency. They are biased... that is why are taking this decision," Patil said. Also read: Karnataka court orders Lokayukta probe against CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA case "This is not because of MUDA (land scam)..." Patil said at a press briefing, stressing, "Whole Cabinet expresses solidarity with Chief Minister...we have encouraged him to fight back." "In all cases, we have referred to the CBI, they have not filed chargesheets...leaving many cases pending. They also refused to investigate the cases we sent. There are numerous such instances." Patil stressed that this is meant to "control them (the CBI) from taking the wrong path". “The Governor, who is the highest authority in the state, has upheld a false allegation against the state government. Where are the documents to show the involvement of the CM in the MUDA case?” he said. Why did the government decide to withdraw consent? Patil said that the CBI and Centre have not been judiciously using their instrumentalities. "So, case-by-case, we will verify and give (consent) to the CBI, general consent has been withdrawn.” He noted that “in the case of the CM, the court has directed a Lokayukta inquiry. The question of the withdrawal of general consent to the CBI is not linked to the MUDA case.” Watch | India: Karnataka Governor approves prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA ‘scam’ × “Over the last 18 months or so, the CBI has been functioning in a motivated manner. Only office-bearers of one party are facing a probe. This shows a biased approach,” he said. With this decision, Karnataka has now joined the Opposition-ruled states, including Punjab, Jharkhand, Kerala, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Mizoram, Telangana, Meghalaya and Tamil Nadu, which have withdrawn general consent in the past. CM Siddaramaiah faces 'quit' calls from his party Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been facing demands from the opposition as well as his party to resign after a trial court ordered filing of charges in connection with the alleged MUDA land scam. KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, has suggested Siddaramaiah step down to avoid any further embarrassment to the party. "He can be Chief Minister again after he clears this blemish... this is my personal request," the Congress leader said. "... this is what I think. There are two judgments...one by the High Court and the other by the people's court. Under such circumstances, this situation is being utilised by the opposition parties. Yesterday itself, Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) spoke in Haryana," he said. "So, to avoid this, I request the Chief Minister to resign. After he clears this blemish, he can return... after all, he is supported by all MLAs and Congress high command," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Biased approach,’ Karnataka withdraws general consent to CBI for probing cases in state

<p>Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir on Thursday threatened to withdraw his party, Otzma Yehudit, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if he agrees to a ceasefire in Lebanon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gvir said that his party will not cooperate with the coalition in the Knesset.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The National Security Minister's statement comes at the conclusion of an "urgent" party meeting by Ben-Gvir after reports emerged that Netanyahu was considering a 21-day ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further stressed that if the temporary ceasefire becomes permanent, he will leave the government completely.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-rules-out-us-france-ceasefire-plan-asks-military-to-fight-with-full-force-762209"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israel rules out US-France ceasefire plan; asks military to fight with ‘full force’</strong></a></p>

<p>"The most basic and obvious thing is that when your enemy is on his knees, you do not enable him to recuperate, but act to defeat and rout him. And if you do not do so, you project weakness, endanger the security of your citizens, and prove that you have no intention to be victorious," Ben-Gvir said in a statement.</p>

<p>If a temporary ceasefire is signed, Otzma Yehudit would "relieve itself of any commitment to the coalition," including voting in the Knesset, attending government and security cabinet meetings, and any other "coalition activity."</p>

<p>And if it becomes permanent, Ben-Gvir said, "all ministers and MKs from Otzma Yehudit will resign from the government and coalition."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Israel-Hezbollah War: US President Biden Warns 'All Out War' Possible In West Asia</strong></p>

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<p>The minister has used this tactic in the past too, recently in June, when he threatened to quit the government if Netanyahu agreed to a "reckless" hostage deal. This idea of him has been working since many times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israel's military on Thursday also said that they are carrying out strikes in the Lebanese capital, Beirut.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A security source told Reuters that Israel targeted a "senior Hezbollah leader" in a strike on Beirut's southern suburbs.&nbsp;</p>

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Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir on Thursday threatened to withdraw his party, Otzma Yehudit, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if he agrees to a ceasefire in Lebanon.

Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir on Thursday threatened to withdraw his party, Otzma Yehudit, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if he agrees to a ceasefire in Lebanon. Gvir said that his party will not cooperate with the coalition in the Knesset. The National Security Minister's statement comes at the conclusion of an "urgent" party meeting by Ben-Gvir after reports emerged that Netanyahu was considering a 21-day ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. He further stressed that if the temporary ceasefire becomes permanent, he will leave the government completely. Also read: Israel rules out US-France ceasefire plan; asks military to fight with ‘full force’ "The most basic and obvious thing is that when your enemy is on his knees, you do not enable him to recuperate, but act to defeat and rout him. And if you do not do so, you project weakness, endanger the security of your citizens, and prove that you have no intention to be victorious," Ben-Gvir said in a statement. If a temporary ceasefire is signed, Otzma Yehudit would "relieve itself of any commitment to the coalition," including voting in the Knesset, attending government and security cabinet meetings, and any other "coalition activity." And if it becomes permanent, Ben-Gvir said, "all ministers and MKs from Otzma Yehudit will resign from the government and coalition." Watch | Israel-Hezbollah War: US President Biden Warns 'All Out War' Possible In West Asia × The minister has used this tactic in the past too, recently in June, when he threatened to quit the government if Netanyahu agreed to a "reckless" hostage deal. This idea of him has been working since many times. Israel's military on Thursday also said that they are carrying out strikes in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. A security source told Reuters that Israel targeted a "senior Hezbollah leader" in a strike on Beirut's southern suburbs. (With inputs from agencies)

Ben Gvir threatens to exit coalition if Netanyahu okays Lebanon ceasefire

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to an arms factory in the US prompted criticism, following which speaker of the US House Mike Johnson demanded Ukraine to fire its ambassador to Washington.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Johnson's move&nbsp;comes after Zelensky visited a munition&nbsp;factory in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the hometown of President Joe Biden.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-accuses-great-salesman-zelensky-of-wanting-democrats-to-win-presidential-polls-761592"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Trump accuses ‘great salesman’ Zelensky of favouring Democrats to win presidential polls</strong></a></p>

<p>The US House Speaker issued a public letter on Wednesday, demanding that Ukraine fire its ambassador to Washington, Oksana Markarova, after Zelensky's controversial visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He alleged that Markarova organised the visit to the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant as a "partisan campaign event designed to help Democrats."</p>

<p>“The facility was in a politically contested battleground state, was led by a top political surrogate for Kamala Harris, and failed to include a single Republican because, on purpose – no Republicans were invited,” Johnson wrote in the letter on congressional letterhead.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Ukrainian President Zelensky Says, 'Russia Planning Attacks On Ukraine Nuclear Plants'</strong></p>

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<p>“The tour was clearly a partisan campaign event designed to help Democrats and is clearly election interference. This shortsighted and intentional political move has caused Republicans to lose trust in Ambassador Markarova’s ability to fairly and effectively serve as a diplomat in this country. She should be removed from her post immediately,” the letter continued.</p>

<p>Earlier, President Biden announced that the US will send USD 7.9 billion worth of military aid to Ukraine as his presidency is about to end.</p>

<p>The package will be approved through presidential drawdown authority and will pull from existing Pentagon supplies to deliver the arms more quickly.</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to an arms factory in the US prompted criticism, following which speaker of the US House Mike Johnson demanded Ukraine to fire its ambassador to Washington.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to an arms factory in the US prompted criticism, following which speaker of the US House Mike Johnson demanded Ukraine to fire its ambassador to Washington. Johnson's move comes after Zelensky visited a munition factory in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the hometown of President Joe Biden. Also read: Trump accuses ‘great salesman’ Zelensky of favouring Democrats to win presidential polls The US House Speaker issued a public letter on Wednesday, demanding that Ukraine fire its ambassador to Washington, Oksana Markarova, after Zelensky's controversial visit. He alleged that Markarova organised the visit to the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant as a "partisan campaign event designed to help Democrats." “The facility was in a politically contested battleground state, was led by a top political surrogate for Kamala Harris, and failed to include a single Republican because, on purpose – no Republicans were invited,” Johnson wrote in the letter on congressional letterhead. Watch | Ukrainian President Zelensky Says, 'Russia Planning Attacks On Ukraine Nuclear Plants' × “The tour was clearly a partisan campaign event designed to help Democrats and is clearly election interference. This shortsighted and intentional political move has caused Republicans to lose trust in Ambassador Markarova’s ability to fairly and effectively serve as a diplomat in this country. She should be removed from her post immediately,” the letter continued. Earlier, President Biden announced that the US will send USD 7.9 billion worth of military aid to Ukraine as his presidency is about to end. The package will be approved through presidential drawdown authority and will pull from existing Pentagon supplies to deliver the arms more quickly. (With inputs from agencies)

US House Speaker Johnson accuses Zelensky of ‘election interference’ after his visit to arms factory

<p>US billionaire Elon Musk has struck back after not being invited to the UK government's International Investment Summit.</p>

<p>Musk did not get the invitation due to his social media posts during last month’s riots, according to the BBC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don’t think anyone should go to the UK when they’re releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts," Musk posted on X.</p>

<p>Musk's remarks came, noting that, earlier this month, the UK government released some prisoners to handle the overcrowding, however, no sex offenders were included.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-riots-first-adult-charged-with-rioting-around-100-given-sentences-so-far-750807"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;UK riots: First adult charged with rioting, around 100 given sentences so far</strong></a></p>

<p>In an effort to combat overcrowding in the prison, around 1,750 inmates were released early from jails in England and Wales earlier this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, following the rioting across the country last month, some people were jailed for encouraging unrest on social media.</p>

<p>The government's plan to alleviate the overcrowding led to several problems. Hundreds of prisoners were freed without tags despite the devices being a condition of their release, and another prisoner was accused of sexually assaulting a woman on the day he was freed. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the scheme, criminals serving prison sentences of less than four years for violent offenses, including manslaughter, are among those eligible to be freed.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK's Prison: Over 5,500 prisoners planned to be released between September &amp; October</strong></p>

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<p>Violence triggered across the UK after a stabbing attack in Southport, killing three children attending a dance class. At that time, Musk took to X, predicting civil war in the UK and repeatedly attacking the prime minister.</p>

<h2><strong>International Investment Summit&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The government's International Investment Summit is scheduled for October and is the key moment that UK PM Keir Starmer hopes to attract tens of billions of pounds in inward funding for business from the world’s biggest investors.</p>

<p>Musk&nbsp;was invited to last year's summit, but he did not attend. But, he took a starring role in November's AI Summit, including a fireside chat with then PM Rishi Sunak.</p>

<p>As per the report, BBC approached the UK government for their comment, however, there is no response yet.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US billionaire Elon Musk has struck back after not being invited to the UK government's International Investment Summit. Musk did not get the invitation due to his social media posts during last month’s riots, according to the BBC.

US billionaire Elon Musk has struck back after not being invited to the UK government's International Investment Summit. Musk did not get the invitation due to his social media posts during last month’s riots, according to the BBC. "I don’t think anyone should go to the UK when they’re releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts," Musk posted on X. Musk's remarks came, noting that, earlier this month, the UK government released some prisoners to handle the overcrowding, however, no sex offenders were included. Also read: UK riots: First adult charged with rioting, around 100 given sentences so far In an effort to combat overcrowding in the prison, around 1,750 inmates were released early from jails in England and Wales earlier this month. Later, following the rioting across the country last month, some people were jailed for encouraging unrest on social media. The government's plan to alleviate the overcrowding led to several problems. Hundreds of prisoners were freed without tags despite the devices being a condition of their release, and another prisoner was accused of sexually assaulting a woman on the day he was freed. According to the scheme, criminals serving prison sentences of less than four years for violent offenses, including manslaughter, are among those eligible to be freed. Watch | UK's Prison: Over 5,500 prisoners planned to be released between September & October × Violence triggered across the UK after a stabbing attack in Southport, killing three children attending a dance class. At that time, Musk took to X, predicting civil war in the UK and repeatedly attacking the prime minister. International Investment Summit The government's International Investment Summit is scheduled for October and is the key moment that UK PM Keir Starmer hopes to attract tens of billions of pounds in inward funding for business from the world’s biggest investors. Musk was invited to last year's summit, but he did not attend. But, he took a starring role in November's AI Summit, including a fireside chat with then PM Rishi Sunak. As per the report, BBC approached the UK government for their comment, however, there is no response yet. (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk strikes back after not being invited to UK International Investment Summit

<p>After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Pune was cancelled on Thursday due to heavy rain, Baramati MP and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) Supriya Sule criticised him, saying that he had already inaugurated the metro in the city five times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sule hit out at the PM, saying it would have been the sixth time for him to have inaugurated the project in Pune.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The inauguration of the metro for which PM Modi was scheduled to visit Pune, has already been done five times. It would have been the sixth time if PM Modi came for the same," she said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-rains-red-alert-issued-flights-disrupted-trains-halted-schools-and-colleges-closed-762015"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Mumbai rains: Red alert issued, flights disrupted, trains halted, schools and colleges closed</strong></a></p>

<p>Further attacking the BJP-Shiv Sena-led Maharashtra government, Sule said the latter should not have disturbed a busy person like PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is very shocking that the Maharashtra government was seeking time from a busy person like the PM for the same task..." she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi was scheduled to flag off the metro train line from the District Court to Swargate in Pune and launch development projects.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Request to inaugurate metro 'online'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Sule then requested PM Modi to inaugurate the Metro online.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So I request the PM to inaugurate Pune Metro online...it is the same project he had inaugurated five times in the past...it will help the people of Pune city and the inauguration must not wait for the next visit of the PM," she added.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Mumbai Struggles Under Torrential Rains, IMD Issues Red Alert</strong></p>

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<p>After heavy rains in the city on Wednesday, the SP College ground, which was the venue of PM Modi's programme, was waterlogged.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The PM's visit to Pune has been cancelled and the programme&nbsp;officially postponed," Pune divisional commissioner Chandrakant Pulkundwar said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maharashtra Metro spokesperson Hemant Sonawane said, "The programme has been cancelled due to the orange alert (for heavy rains) issued for Thursday by the IMD. If there are rains, people coming for the programme may face hassles, so for the safety of the people, the programme&nbsp;has been cancelled."</p>

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After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Pune was cancelled on Thursday due to heavy rain, Baramati MP and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) Supriya Sule criticised him, saying that he had already inaugurated the metro in the city five times.

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Pune was cancelled on Thursday due to heavy rain, Baramati MP and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) Supriya Sule criticised him, saying that he had already inaugurated the metro in the city five times. Sule hit out at the PM, saying it would have been the sixth time for him to have inaugurated the project in Pune. "The inauguration of the metro for which PM Modi was scheduled to visit Pune, has already been done five times. It would have been the sixth time if PM Modi came for the same," she said. Also read: Mumbai rains: Red alert issued, flights disrupted, trains halted, schools and colleges closed Further attacking the BJP-Shiv Sena-led Maharashtra government, Sule said the latter should not have disturbed a busy person like PM Modi. "This is very shocking that the Maharashtra government was seeking time from a busy person like the PM for the same task..." she added. PM Modi was scheduled to flag off the metro train line from the District Court to Swargate in Pune and launch development projects. Request to inaugurate metro 'online' Sule then requested PM Modi to inaugurate the Metro online. "So I request the PM to inaugurate Pune Metro online...it is the same project he had inaugurated five times in the past...it will help the people of Pune city and the inauguration must not wait for the next visit of the PM," she added. Watch | Mumbai Struggles Under Torrential Rains, IMD Issues Red Alert × After heavy rains in the city on Wednesday, the SP College ground, which was the venue of PM Modi's programme, was waterlogged. "The PM's visit to Pune has been cancelled and the programme officially postponed," Pune divisional commissioner Chandrakant Pulkundwar said. Maharashtra Metro spokesperson Hemant Sonawane said, "The programme has been cancelled due to the orange alert (for heavy rains) issued for Thursday by the IMD. If there are rains, people coming for the programme may face hassles, so for the safety of the people, the programme has been cancelled." (With inputs from agencies)

‘PM Modi would have inaugurated Pune metro for sixth time,’ Surpiya Sule hits out after PM cancels visit

<p>Hours after the US, France, and other allies called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the country's military to keep fighting with "full force", his office said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli PM also did not respond to the ceasefire call, Netanyahu's office added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His office further called the news about the ceasefire "not true".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The news about a ceasefire - not true. This is an American-French proposal, to which the prime minister did not even respond. The news about the supposed directive to moderate the fighting in the north is also the opposite of the truth," it stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hezbollah War: France, US Propose 21-Day Lebanon Ceasefire</strong></p>

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<p>According to the office's statement, Netanyahu instructed the IDF to continue the fighting with full force, and according to the plans presented to him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Also, the fighting in Gaza will continue until all the goals of the war are achieved," it stressed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz&nbsp;said, "There will be no ceasefire in the north".</p>

<p>Israel "will continue to fight against the terrorist organisation Hezbollah with all our might until victory and the safe return of the residents of the north to their homes," Katz said in a statement on X.</p>

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<h2><strong>US, UK and European Union calls for 'temporary ceasefire'</strong></h2>

<p>This comes after the US, UK, and EU called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon after the rising ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 12-strong bloc proposed an immediate 21-day pause in fighting "to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement" and a ceasefire in Gaza.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-tells-idf-to-tone-down-lebanon-strikes-claims-report-as-allies-demand-21-day-ceasefire-762166"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Netanyahu tells IDF to tone down Lebanon strikes, claims report as allies demand 21-day ceasefire</strong></a></p>

<p>They issued a joint statement, stressing that the hostilities were "intolerable" and presented an "unacceptable risk of a broader regional escalation".&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Israel 'spreading terror and fear'</strong></h2>

<p>Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, speaking at the emergency meeting at UN headquarters in New York, emphasised the need for "de-escalation"&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that Israel’s aerial bombardment, attacks on electronic devices, and threatened ground invasion have spread “terror and fear among the Lebanese citizens in full view of the world”.</p>

<p>“I hope to come back to my country armed with your explicit stance calling for the cessation of this aggression and for the respect of the sovereignty and safety of my country,” Mikati told the 15 members of the UN’s most powerful body.</p>

<p><em>Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.</em></p>

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Hours after the US, France, and other allies called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the country's military to keep fighting with "full force", his office said.

Hours after the US, France, and other allies called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the country's military to keep fighting with "full force", his office said. The Israeli PM also did not respond to the ceasefire call, Netanyahu's office added. His office further called the news about the ceasefire "not true". "The news about a ceasefire - not true. This is an American-French proposal, to which the prime minister did not even respond. The news about the supposed directive to moderate the fighting in the north is also the opposite of the truth," it stated. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah War: France, US Propose 21-Day Lebanon Ceasefire × According to the office's statement, Netanyahu instructed the IDF to continue the fighting with full force, and according to the plans presented to him. "Also, the fighting in Gaza will continue until all the goals of the war are achieved," it stressed. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz said, "There will be no ceasefire in the north". Israel "will continue to fight against the terrorist organisation Hezbollah with all our might until victory and the safe return of the residents of the north to their homes," Katz said in a statement on X. לא תהיה הפסקת אש בצפון. נמשיך להילחם נגד ארגון הטרור חיזבאללה בכל העוצמה עד לניצחון והשבת תושבי הצפון בביטחון לבתיהם. — ישראל כ”ץ Israel Katz (@Israel_katz) September 26, 2024 × US, UK and European Union calls for 'temporary ceasefire' This comes after the US, UK, and EU called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon after the rising ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The 12-strong bloc proposed an immediate 21-day pause in fighting "to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement" and a ceasefire in Gaza. Also read: Netanyahu tells IDF to tone down Lebanon strikes, claims report as allies demand 21-day ceasefire They issued a joint statement, stressing that the hostilities were "intolerable" and presented an "unacceptable risk of a broader regional escalation". Israel 'spreading terror and fear' Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, speaking at the emergency meeting at UN headquarters in New York, emphasised the need for "de-escalation" He added that Israel’s aerial bombardment, attacks on electronic devices, and threatened ground invasion have spread “terror and fear among the Lebanese citizens in full view of the world”. “I hope to come back to my country armed with your explicit stance calling for the cessation of this aggression and for the respect of the sovereignty and safety of my country,” Mikati told the 15 members of the UN’s most powerful body. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel rules out US-France ceasefire plan; asks military to fight with ‘full force’

<p>After the huge success of India's third lunar mission,&nbsp;the Chandrayaan-3 mission earlier&nbsp;this year, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved certain extensions to the forthcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, it also cleared the Venus Orbiter Mission, the follow-on to the Gaganyaan mission, the development of an Indian space station, and the next-generation launch vehicle development.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Wednesday, announced,&nbsp;"Chandrayaan-4 has been expanded with additional elements, and the next step is a manned mission to the Moon. Preparatory steps have been approved. The Venus Orbiter Mission and development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle have also been greenlit."</p>

<h2><strong>What is Chandrayaan-4?</strong></h2>

<p>Chandrayaan-4 aims to develop and demonstrate technologies for returning to Earth after a successful landing on the Moon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mission will consist of two spacecraft stacks featuring five modules. Stack 1 will focus on lunar sample collection, whereas Stack 2 will handle propulsion, transfer, and re-entry of samples back to Earth.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-to-be-part-of-groundbreaking-lunar-nuclear-plant-set-up-with-russia-and-china-moscow-says-757187"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India to be part of 'groundbreaking' lunar nuclear plant set-up with Russia and China? Moscow says...</strong></a></p>

<p>It will further involve complex docking and undocking operations in lunar orbit, marking a significant advancement in India's space capabilities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mission would enable India to be self-sufficient in critical foundational technologies for manned missions, lunar sample return, and scientific analysis of the&nbsp;samples.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has designated USD 251.35 million (Rs 2104 crores) for the same.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cabinet has set a timeline of 36 months for the mission to be completed. They added that the mission will feature five modules, divided into two stacks.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India's Chandrayaan-3 records more than 50 moonquakes</strong></p>

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<p>Chandrayaan-3 mission was successful after it landed on the moon on August 23 last year, marking a major achievement for India and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Venus Orbiter Mission</strong></h2>

<p>The Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) will focus on scientific exploration to better understand Venus's atmosphere and geology, generating extensive scientific data by probing its thick atmosphere. ISRO will develop the spacecraft, launch it, and accomplish it in March 2028.</p>

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After the huge success of India's third lunar mission, the Chandrayaan-3 mission earlier this year, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved certain extensions to the forthcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission.

After the huge success of India's third lunar mission, the Chandrayaan-3 mission earlier this year, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved certain extensions to the forthcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission. Moreover, it also cleared the Venus Orbiter Mission, the follow-on to the Gaganyaan mission, the development of an Indian space station, and the next-generation launch vehicle development. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Wednesday, announced, "Chandrayaan-4 has been expanded with additional elements, and the next step is a manned mission to the Moon. Preparatory steps have been approved. The Venus Orbiter Mission and development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle have also been greenlit." What is Chandrayaan-4? Chandrayaan-4 aims to develop and demonstrate technologies for returning to Earth after a successful landing on the Moon. The mission will consist of two spacecraft stacks featuring five modules. Stack 1 will focus on lunar sample collection, whereas Stack 2 will handle propulsion, transfer, and re-entry of samples back to Earth. Also read: India to be part of 'groundbreaking' lunar nuclear plant set-up with Russia and China? Moscow says... It will further involve complex docking and undocking operations in lunar orbit, marking a significant advancement in India's space capabilities. The mission would enable India to be self-sufficient in critical foundational technologies for manned missions, lunar sample return, and scientific analysis of the samples. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has designated USD 251.35 million (Rs 2104 crores) for the same. The cabinet has set a timeline of 36 months for the mission to be completed. They added that the mission will feature five modules, divided into two stacks. Watch | India's Chandrayaan-3 records more than 50 moonquakes × Chandrayaan-3 mission was successful after it landed on the moon on August 23 last year, marking a major achievement for India and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Venus Orbiter Mission The Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) will focus on scientific exploration to better understand Venus's atmosphere and geology, generating extensive scientific data by probing its thick atmosphere. ISRO will develop the spacecraft, launch it, and accomplish it in March 2028. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Voting began in the second phase of the assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Sep&nbsp;25) morning. The polls are being conducted on 26 assembly seats in six districts of the union territory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, on Tuesday, US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him in an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The gunman, Ryan Routh, who attempted to assassinate former US President Donald Trump near his golf course in Florida, has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors.</p>

<p><strong>Click on the headlines to read more:</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-kashmir-assembly-election-2024-phase-2-poll-live-voting-updates-pdp-vs-bjp-vs-nc-vs-inc-eci-news-761688"><strong>J&amp;K Elections Phase 2: Brisk polling observed in initial hours</strong></a></p>

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<p>Voting began in the second phase of the assembly polls in the union territory early on Wednesday (Sep 25) morning. The polls are being conducted on 26 assembly seats in six districts of J&amp;K in the second phase.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-intel-warns-trump-of-real-and-specific-threats-from-iran-to-assassinate-him-761693"><strong>US Intel warns Trump of 'real and specific' threats from Iran to assassinate him</strong></a></p>

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<p>The US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him, his presidential campaign said in a statement on Tuesday (Sep&nbsp;24).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-gunman-ryan-routh-charged-with-attempted-assassination-by-prosecutors-761682"><strong>Trump gunman Ryan Routh charged with attempted assassination by prosecutors</strong></a></p>

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<p>Ryan Routh, the gunman who attempted to kill former US president Donald Trump near his golf&nbsp;course in Florida has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-arizona-campaign-office-shot-at-days-after-trump-assassination-bid-761705"><strong>Kamala Harris' Arizona campaign office shot at, days after Trump assassination bid</strong></a></p>

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<p>US Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign office in Arizona was shot at by an unidentified individual on Monday (Sep 23), just a couple of weeks after Donald Trump survived another assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hezbollah-Israel War: Top Hezbollah Commander Killed</strong></p>

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Voting began in the second phase of the assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Sep 25) morning. The polls are being conducted on 26 assembly seats in six districts of the union territory.

Voting began in the second phase of the assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Sep 25) morning. The polls are being conducted on 26 assembly seats in six districts of the union territory. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him in an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in America. The gunman, Ryan Routh, who attempted to assassinate former US President Donald Trump near his golf course in Florida, has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors. Click on the headlines to read more: J&K Elections Phase 2: Brisk polling observed in initial hours Voting began in the second phase of the assembly polls in the union territory early on Wednesday (Sep 25) morning. The polls are being conducted on 26 assembly seats in six districts of J&K in the second phase. US Intel warns Trump of 'real and specific' threats from Iran to assassinate him The US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him, his presidential campaign said in a statement on Tuesday (Sep 24). Trump gunman Ryan Routh charged with attempted assassination by prosecutors Ryan Routh, the gunman who attempted to kill former US president Donald Trump near his golf course in Florida has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors. Kamala Harris' Arizona campaign office shot at, days after Trump assassination bid US Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign office in Arizona was shot at by an unidentified individual on Monday (Sep 23), just a couple of weeks after Donald Trump survived another assassination attempt. Watch | Hezbollah-Israel War: Top Hezbollah Commander Killed ×

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