<p>Following the first debate between US Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump on Tuesday, Vice President Harris has been under the limelight for the earrings she wore during the debate, leading to conspiracy theories by netizens.</p>

<p>Shortly after the debate, netizens flooded the social media platform X, with claims on Harris's earrings, saying that her earrings might have been a secret device used for assistance during her debate, comparing it to a similar earpiece featured in a tech article.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vs-harris-kamala-harris-debate-expressions-to-donald-trumps-comments-ignite-meme-fest-on-social-media-757832"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Trump vs Harris: Kamala Harris' expressions, Donald Trump's comments ignite meme fest on social media</strong></a></p>

<p>The Nova H1 Audio Earrings, created by German startup NOVA Products, are the "first and only wireless earphones embedded in a pair of pearl earrings on a gold&nbsp;or silver plated clip," the startup's page stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the netizens posted that Harris was being fed answers by using those earphones embedded in her earrings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It appears Kamala Harris was being coached by using earphones embedded in her earrings during the ABC presidential debate against President Trump,” one user wrote on X.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Rumors are circulating that Kamala Harris was wearing audio earrings and being fed lines.<br />
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Isn't this against the debate rules? <a href="https://t.co/3sRTvp20DW">pic.twitter.com/3sRTvp20DW</a></p>
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<p>Another person posted, "I think Kamala did a great job tonight in the debate against Trump, who I think is a great orator and debater himself. But her earrings intrigued me a lot. Maybe because I got reminded of similar-looking ones from some tech article on an earphone that looks like earrings."</p>

<p>One of the users said that if Kamala sounded like Obama during the debate, "she probably did".&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If you think Kamala sounded a lot like Obama tonight...she probably did.<br />
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Compare NOVA H1 Audio Earrings to the ones she had on tonight...<br />
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<p>Meanwhile, some of the netizens said that her earrings might be Tiffany HardWear pearl earrings, highlighting the subtle design distinctions that differentiate them from the Nova H1 audio earrings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One user said, "Quit lying to yourself. She's wearing Tiffany Hardwear pearl earrings."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Kamala Harris wasn’t wearing Nova H1 earring headphones. Quit lying to yourselves. She’s wearing Tiffany Hardwear pearl earrings. See how the Nova earrings only have one stalk coming off of them? See how Kamala’s has two? They’re not even the same thing. <a href="https://t.co/zfTXRjEfDr">pic.twitter.com/zfTXRjEfDr</a></p>
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<p>Other people underscored that Harris has been seen wearing pearls as a nod to her affiliation with Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, adding that she had worn such earrings in previous public events too.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Presidential Debate: All about the Presidential debate in Philadelphia</strong></p>

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<p>However, the companies whose names were dragged by netizens have not issued any statement on the matter.&nbsp;</p>

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Following the first debate between US Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump on Tuesday, Vice President Harris has been under the limelight for the earrings she wore during the debate, leading to conspiracy theories by netizens.

Following the first debate between US Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump on Tuesday, Vice President Harris has been under the limelight for the earrings she wore during the debate, leading to conspiracy theories by netizens. Shortly after the debate, netizens flooded the social media platform X, with claims on Harris's earrings, saying that her earrings might have been a secret device used for assistance during her debate, comparing it to a similar earpiece featured in a tech article. Also read: Trump vs Harris: Kamala Harris' expressions, Donald Trump's comments ignite meme fest on social media The Nova H1 Audio Earrings, created by German startup NOVA Products, are the "first and only wireless earphones embedded in a pair of pearl earrings on a gold or silver plated clip," the startup's page stated. One of the netizens posted that Harris was being fed answers by using those earphones embedded in her earrings. "It appears Kamala Harris was being coached by using earphones embedded in her earrings during the ABC presidential debate against President Trump,” one user wrote on X. Rumors are circulating that Kamala Harris was wearing audio earrings and being fed lines. Isn't this against the debate rules? pic.twitter.com/3sRTvp20DW — TaraBull (@TaraBull808) September 11, 2024 × Another person posted, "I think Kamala did a great job tonight in the debate against Trump, who I think is a great orator and debater himself. But her earrings intrigued me a lot. Maybe because I got reminded of similar-looking ones from some tech article on an earphone that looks like earrings." One of the users said that if Kamala sounded like Obama during the debate, "she probably did". If you think Kamala sounded a lot like Obama tonight...she probably did. BUSTED! Compare NOVA H1 Audio Earrings to the ones she had on tonight... Credit: @TTAVOfficial pic.twitter.com/9HFW6f8ISD — Emergent Perspective (@_emergent_) September 11, 2024 × Meanwhile, some of the netizens said that her earrings might be Tiffany HardWear pearl earrings, highlighting the subtle design distinctions that differentiate them from the Nova H1 audio earrings. One user said, "Quit lying to yourself. She's wearing Tiffany Hardwear pearl earrings." Kamala Harris wasn’t wearing Nova H1 earring headphones. Quit lying to yourselves. She’s wearing Tiffany Hardwear pearl earrings. See how the Nova earrings only have one stalk coming off of them? See how Kamala’s has two? They’re not even the same thing. pic.twitter.com/zfTXRjEfDr — Daulton (@DaultonVenglar) September 11, 2024 × Other people underscored that Harris has been seen wearing pearls as a nod to her affiliation with Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, adding that she had worn such earrings in previous public events too. Watch | US Presidential Debate: All about the Presidential debate in Philadelphia × However, the companies whose names were dragged by netizens have not issued any statement on the matter. (With inputs from agencies)

'Secret device,' Netizens push conspiracy theories about Kamala Harris's earrings during debate

<p>A man in the United States, who spent 10 years in prison for a murder he did not commit, was awarded $50 million by a Chicago federal jury on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Marcel Brown was wrongfully convicted in 2011 and was sentenced to 35 years in prison&nbsp;for a 2008 shooting of a 19-year-old man on the west side of Chicago.</p>

<p>Brown served 10 years in prison&nbsp;before getting released in 2018 after a court vacated his conviction and prosecutors dismissed all charges against him.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-wants-kamala-harris-to-win-ex-donald-trump-aide-makes-surprising-claim-755264"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim</strong></a></p>

<p>A lawsuit has also been filed against the City of Chicago and two Chicago police detectives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brown has also been awarded $50,000 in punitive damages, according to Fox 32 News.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>August 2008 shooting&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In August 2008, Paris Jackson was shot and killed in Galewood's Amundsen Park. Brown, who was 18 at that time, was arrested and charged as the getaway driver.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brown's attorney, John Loevy, said that he had only gone to the park to pick up his sister when the shooting happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He goes over to the park to pick up his sister, people start shooting, they accuse him of being an accomplice and he had nothing to do with it," Loevy said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Gun Violence: Four people fatally shot inside subway train in Chicago</strong></p>

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<p>According to the lawsuit, the prosecutors coerced his confession during a 30-hour interrogation, in which the detectives threatened him. Moreover, Brown was denied legal counsel and phone calls to his family and provided little food.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His interrogation was recorded on video, later becoming key evidence in the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Locke Bowman, an attorney with Loevy &amp; Loevy, said, "This $50 million dollar verdict is a wake-up call to Mayor Johnson and Superintendent Snelling that it’s time to get a grip on the way CPD conducts its investigations."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brown has been free for six years now, following his release from prison.&nbsp;</p>

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A man in the United States, who spent 10 years in prison for a murder he did not commit, was awarded $50 million by a Chicago federal jury on Monday. Marcel Brown was wrongfully convicted in 2011 and was sentenced to 35 years in prison for a 2008 shooting of a 19-year-old man on the west side of Chicago.

A man in the United States, who spent 10 years in prison for a murder he did not commit, was awarded $50 million by a Chicago federal jury on Monday. Marcel Brown was wrongfully convicted in 2011 and was sentenced to 35 years in prison for a 2008 shooting of a 19-year-old man on the west side of Chicago. Brown served 10 years in prison before getting released in 2018 after a court vacated his conviction and prosecutors dismissed all charges against him. Also read: 'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim A lawsuit has also been filed against the City of Chicago and two Chicago police detectives. Brown has also been awarded $50,000 in punitive damages, according to Fox 32 News. August 2008 shooting In August 2008, Paris Jackson was shot and killed in Galewood's Amundsen Park. Brown, who was 18 at that time, was arrested and charged as the getaway driver. Brown's attorney, John Loevy, said that he had only gone to the park to pick up his sister when the shooting happened. "He goes over to the park to pick up his sister, people start shooting, they accuse him of being an accomplice and he had nothing to do with it," Loevy said. Watch | US Gun Violence: Four people fatally shot inside subway train in Chicago × According to the lawsuit, the prosecutors coerced his confession during a 30-hour interrogation, in which the detectives threatened him. Moreover, Brown was denied legal counsel and phone calls to his family and provided little food. His interrogation was recorded on video, later becoming key evidence in the case. Locke Bowman, an attorney with Loevy & Loevy, said, "This $50 million dollar verdict is a wake-up call to Mayor Johnson and Superintendent Snelling that it’s time to get a grip on the way CPD conducts its investigations." Brown has been free for six years now, following his release from prison. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Chicago man gets $50 million after being wrongfully convicted for murder

<p>Russian forces have begun a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops who smashed their way into western Russia last month, and have taken some territory back, pro-Moscow war bloggers and a senior Russian commander said.</p>

<p>Ukraine on August 6 launched the biggest foreign attack on Russia since World War Two, bursting through the border into the region of Kursk with thousands of troops supported by swarms of drones and heavy weaponry, including Western-made arms.</p>

<p>Major General Apti Alaudinov, who commands Chechnya's Akhmat special forces who are fighting in Kursk, said that Russian forces had taken back control over about 10 settlements in Kursk, TASS reported.</p>

<p>"The situation is good for us," said Alaudinov, who is also deputy head of the Russian defence ministry's military-political department, adding that Russian forces had gone on the offensive.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-liberates-three-villages-towns-in-eastern-ukraine-757423"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Russia 'liberates' three villages, towns in eastern Ukraine</strong></a></p>

<p>"A total of about 10 settlements in the Kursk region have been liberated," he said.</p>

<p>Reuters was unable to verify the battlefield reports due to reporting restrictions on both sides of the war. Russian defence ministry reports about the fighting gave little information. There was no immediate comment from Ukraine.</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said last week that his forces controlled 100 settlements in the Kursk region over an area of more than 1,300 sq km (500 sq miles).</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Russia pushes on into key Ukraine city of Pokrovsk</strong></p>

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<p>Yuri Podolyaka, a Ukrainian-born, pro-Russian military blogger, and two other influential bloggers - Rybar and the Two Majors - said that Russian forces had begun a significant counter-offensive in Kursk.</p>

<p>"In the Kursk region, the Russian Army launched counter-offensive actions on the western flank of the enemy's wedge, reducing the Ukrainian zone of control near the state border," the Two Majors blog said.</p>

<p>Podolyaka said that Russian forces had taken several villages on the west of the sliver of Russia that Ukraine carved out, pushing Ukrainian forces to the east of the Malaya Loknya River south of Snagost.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian forces have begun a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops who smashed their way into western Russia last month, and have taken some territory back, pro-Moscow war bloggers and a senior Russian commander said.

Russian forces have begun a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops who smashed their way into western Russia last month, and have taken some territory back, pro-Moscow war bloggers and a senior Russian commander said. Ukraine on August 6 launched the biggest foreign attack on Russia since World War Two, bursting through the border into the region of Kursk with thousands of troops supported by swarms of drones and heavy weaponry, including Western-made arms. Major General Apti Alaudinov, who commands Chechnya's Akhmat special forces who are fighting in Kursk, said that Russian forces had taken back control over about 10 settlements in Kursk, TASS reported. "The situation is good for us," said Alaudinov, who is also deputy head of the Russian defence ministry's military-political department, adding that Russian forces had gone on the offensive. Also read: Russia 'liberates' three villages, towns in eastern Ukraine "A total of about 10 settlements in the Kursk region have been liberated," he said. Reuters was unable to verify the battlefield reports due to reporting restrictions on both sides of the war. Russian defence ministry reports about the fighting gave little information. There was no immediate comment from Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said last week that his forces controlled 100 settlements in the Kursk region over an area of more than 1,300 sq km (500 sq miles). Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Russia pushes on into key Ukraine city of Pokrovsk × Yuri Podolyaka, a Ukrainian-born, pro-Russian military blogger, and two other influential bloggers - Rybar and the Two Majors - said that Russian forces had begun a significant counter-offensive in Kursk. "In the Kursk region, the Russian Army launched counter-offensive actions on the western flank of the enemy's wedge, reducing the Ukrainian zone of control near the state border," the Two Majors blog said. Podolyaka said that Russian forces had taken several villages on the west of the sliver of Russia that Ukraine carved out, pushing Ukrainian forces to the east of the Malaya Loknya River south of Snagost. 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.

Russia begins counter-offensive, pushes back Ukrainian troops in some regions of Kursk

<p>A United States diplomatic facility in Baghdad came under attack late on Tuesday but there are no reports of casualties and a damage assessment is underway, a US embassy spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Security sources told Reuters two rockets had fallen at around 11 pm on Tuesday near US forces stationed near Baghdad airport at the Camp Victory base.</p>

<p>"At approximately 23:00 on Tuesday, September 10, there was an attack at the Baghdad Diplomatic Services Compound, a US diplomatic facility," the US embassy statement said.</p>

<p>"Fortunately, there are no reported casualties, and we are assessing the damage and its cause. Our assessment is ongoing," it said.</p>

<p>Kataib Hezbollah, one of Iraq's Iran-backed armed factions, said the timing of the attack was designed to disrupt a visit to Iraq by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that began on Wednesday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-quds-chief-visited-iraq-and-asked-allied-militias-to-halt-attacks-on-us-report-691434"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Iran’s Quds chief visited Iraq and asked allied militias to halt attacks on US: Report</strong></a></p>

<p>The group called on Iraqi security forces in a statement issued early on Wednesday to investigate the attack and to determine who was responsible.</p>

<p>Pezeshkian, on his first foreign trip since being elected in July, is expected to sign several bilateral agreements with Baghdad and to discuss the Gaza war and the wider situation in the Middle East with Iraqi leaders.</p>

<p>Iraq, a rare regional partner of both the United States and Iran, hosts 2,500 US troops and also has Iran-backed armed factions linked to its security forces.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US strikes PMF airbase south of Baghdad</strong></p>

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<p>Iran-aligned armed groups in Iraq have repeatedly attacked US troops in the Middle East since the Gaza war began.</p>

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A United States diplomatic facility in Baghdad came under attack late on Tuesday but there are no reports of casualties and a damage assessment is underway, a US embassy spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.

A United States diplomatic facility in Baghdad came under attack late on Tuesday but there are no reports of casualties and a damage assessment is underway, a US embassy spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday. Security sources told Reuters two rockets had fallen at around 11 pm on Tuesday near US forces stationed near Baghdad airport at the Camp Victory base. "At approximately 23:00 on Tuesday, September 10, there was an attack at the Baghdad Diplomatic Services Compound, a US diplomatic facility," the US embassy statement said. "Fortunately, there are no reported casualties, and we are assessing the damage and its cause. Our assessment is ongoing," it said. Kataib Hezbollah, one of Iraq's Iran-backed armed factions, said the timing of the attack was designed to disrupt a visit to Iraq by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that began on Wednesday. Also read: Iran’s Quds chief visited Iraq and asked allied militias to halt attacks on US: Report The group called on Iraqi security forces in a statement issued early on Wednesday to investigate the attack and to determine who was responsible. Pezeshkian, on his first foreign trip since being elected in July, is expected to sign several bilateral agreements with Baghdad and to discuss the Gaza war and the wider situation in the Middle East with Iraqi leaders. Iraq, a rare regional partner of both the United States and Iran, hosts 2,500 US troops and also has Iran-backed armed factions linked to its security forces. Watch | US strikes PMF airbase south of Baghdad × Iran-aligned armed groups in Iraq have repeatedly attacked US troops in the Middle East since the Gaza war began. 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.

US diplomatic facility in Baghdad attacked in a bid to disrupt Iranian president's visit

<p>China will train thousands of foreign law enforcement officers over the next 12 months, as a part of its efforts to position itself as a global security leader.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The country will also send police consultants to countries for conducting training to improve their law enforcement capabilities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Minister of Public Security, Wang Xiaohong, told an annual global security forum on Monday, "We will [also] send police consultants to countries in need to conduct training to help them quickly and effectively improve their law enforcement capabilities."&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-praises-indias-panchsheel-agreement-for-ending-global-conflicts-736237"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Xi Jinping praises India's 'Panchsheel' agreement for ending global conflicts</strong></a></p>

<p>Xiaohong was speaking in the eastern city of Lianyungang and was addressing law enforcement representatives from 122 countries, regions, and international organisations such as Interpol.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the police have not provided the details on the officers or countries who will receive the training.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Global Security Initiative launched in 2022</strong></h2>

<p>Chinese leader Xi Jinping launched the Global Security Initiative (GSI) in 2022, which makes China a facilitator to "improve global security governance...and promote durable peace."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the past year, China has already trained 2,700 foreign law enforcement officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year, China highlighted that the GSI sought to encourage greater cooperation between tertiary-level military and police academies, and was “willing to provide other developing countries with 5,000 training opportunities in the next five years to train professionals for addressing global security issues”.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;China to improve anti-hacking protections by 2026</strong></p>

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<p>However, some human rights groups have voiced concerns that recent training programmes for African police officers introduce Communist party-style authoritarian tactics, adding that they are majorly focused on protecting Chinese commercial interests in those countries, often connected to Beijing's state-run foreign investment programme, the Belt and Road Initiative.</p>

<p>Last year, China stated that the GSI sought to boost greater cooperation between tertiary-level military and police academics and was "willing to provide other developing countries with 5,000 training opportunities in the next five years to train professionals for addressing global security issues."</p>

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China will train thousands of foreign law enforcement officers over the next 12 months, as a part of its efforts to position itself as a global security leader. The country will also send police consultants to countries for conducting training to improve their law enforcement capabilities.

China will train thousands of foreign law enforcement officers over the next 12 months, as a part of its efforts to position itself as a global security leader. The country will also send police consultants to countries for conducting training to improve their law enforcement capabilities. Minister of Public Security, Wang Xiaohong, told an annual global security forum on Monday, "We will [also] send police consultants to countries in need to conduct training to help them quickly and effectively improve their law enforcement capabilities." Also read: Xi Jinping praises India's 'Panchsheel' agreement for ending global conflicts Xiaohong was speaking in the eastern city of Lianyungang and was addressing law enforcement representatives from 122 countries, regions, and international organisations such as Interpol. However, the police have not provided the details on the officers or countries who will receive the training. Global Security Initiative launched in 2022 Chinese leader Xi Jinping launched the Global Security Initiative (GSI) in 2022, which makes China a facilitator to "improve global security governance...and promote durable peace." In the past year, China has already trained 2,700 foreign law enforcement officials. Last year, China highlighted that the GSI sought to encourage greater cooperation between tertiary-level military and police academies, and was “willing to provide other developing countries with 5,000 training opportunities in the next five years to train professionals for addressing global security issues”. Watch | China to improve anti-hacking protections by 2026 × However, some human rights groups have voiced concerns that recent training programmes for African police officers introduce Communist party-style authoritarian tactics, adding that they are majorly focused on protecting Chinese commercial interests in those countries, often connected to Beijing's state-run foreign investment programme, the Belt and Road Initiative. Last year, China stated that the GSI sought to boost greater cooperation between tertiary-level military and police academics and was "willing to provide other developing countries with 5,000 training opportunities in the next five years to train professionals for addressing global security issues." (With inputs from agencies)

China to train thousands of foreign law enforcement officers to pose itself as global security leader

<p>Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a designated Khalistani terrorist has backed&nbsp;Congress leader Rahul Gandhi&nbsp;for his recent bold remarks on whether a Sikh would be allowed to wear a turban or kada in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The co-founder of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), Pannun, said that "bold and pioneering" remarks by Gandhi, justify the demand for a separate Khalistani state.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Rahul Gandhi's remarks</strong></h2>

<p>Leader of the Opposition&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi, while speaking at an event in Herndon, Virginia in the United States, on Monday (Sep 9), said, "The fight (in India) is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear a turban...whether a Sikh will be allowed to wear a kada or go to the Gurudwara. That's what the fight is about, and it's not just for Sikhs, but for all religions."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/dangerous-narrative-union-minister-hardeep-puri-slams-rahul-gandhi-over-his-remarks-on-sikhs-757515"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Dangerous narrative': Union Minister Hardeep Puri slams Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on Sikhs</strong></a></p>

<p>Pannun took to&nbsp;social media and said&nbsp;that Gandhi validated SFJ's global Khalistan Referendum campaign.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Bold and pioneering'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Labelling Gandhi's remarks as "bold and pioneering", Pannun said, "Rahul's statement on 'existential threat to Sikhs in India' is not only bold and pioneering but is also firmly grounded in the factual history of what Sikhs have been facing under successive regimes in India since 1947 and also corroborates SFJ's stance on the justification for Punjab Independence Referendum to establish Sikh homeland Khalistan."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi addresses the Indian diaspora in Dallas, attacks PM Modi &amp; RSS during US visit</strong></p>

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<p>The Congress MP was addressing the gathering of Indian Americans in the US, where he also alleged that the&nbsp;Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh&nbsp;(RSS) considered certain religions, languages, and communities as inferior to others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that the fight in India is not about politics but about the rights of individuals to practice their religion freely.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a designated Khalistani terrorist has backed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his recent bold remarks on whether a Sikh would be allowed to wear a turban or kada in India.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a designated Khalistani terrorist has backed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his recent bold remarks on whether a Sikh would be allowed to wear a turban or kada in India. The co-founder of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), Pannun, said that "bold and pioneering" remarks by Gandhi, justify the demand for a separate Khalistani state. Rahul Gandhi's remarks Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, while speaking at an event in Herndon, Virginia in the United States, on Monday (Sep 9), said, "The fight (in India) is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear a turban...whether a Sikh will be allowed to wear a kada or go to the Gurudwara. That's what the fight is about, and it's not just for Sikhs, but for all religions." Also read: 'Dangerous narrative': Union Minister Hardeep Puri slams Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on Sikhs Pannun took to social media and said that Gandhi validated SFJ's global Khalistan Referendum campaign. 'Bold and pioneering' Labelling Gandhi's remarks as "bold and pioneering", Pannun said, "Rahul's statement on 'existential threat to Sikhs in India' is not only bold and pioneering but is also firmly grounded in the factual history of what Sikhs have been facing under successive regimes in India since 1947 and also corroborates SFJ's stance on the justification for Punjab Independence Referendum to establish Sikh homeland Khalistan." Watch | Rahul Gandhi addresses the Indian diaspora in Dallas, attacks PM Modi & RSS during US visit × The Congress MP was addressing the gathering of Indian Americans in the US, where he also alleged that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) considered certain religions, languages, and communities as inferior to others. He added that the fight in India is not about politics but about the rights of individuals to practice their religion freely. (With inputs from agencies)

Khalistan terrorist Pannun backs Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Sikhs, says, 'justifies demand for Khalistan'

<p>The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown".&nbsp;</p>

<p>A Maldivian government official said that both ministers, Mariyam Shiuna and Malsha Shareef, had resigned citing "personal reasons".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Maldives ties: India reaffirms support for projects in Maldives</strong></p>

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<p>According to the official sources, the resignations came ahead of a potential visit by Muizzu to India.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Maldivian President to visit India&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Amid the strained ties between the two countries, Maldivian President will be travelling to New Delhi on an official visit "very soon", his spokesperson confirmed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Heena Waleed, the chief spokesperson at the President's Office, announced his visit on the same day the two ministers resigned.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The President is scheduled to visit India very soon. As you are aware, such trips are scheduled for a time of maximum convenience to leaders of the two countries. Discussions regarding this are in progress," she said during a press conference.</p>

<p>After the ministers made those remarks, the country's foreign ministry distanced itself from their remarks, saying they did not represent the views of the Male government.</p>

<p>The ties between the two countries have been strained since Maldivian President Muizzu took charge as president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Within a few hours of taking oath, he demanded the withdrawal of Indian military personnel manning three aviation platforms gifted by India to the Maldives.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/s-jaishankar-begins-3-day-maldives-visit-today-amid-tense-relations-748629"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Indian FM S. Jaishankar to begin 3-day Maldives visit amid tense relations</strong></a></p>

<p>After holding talks, the Indian military personnel were replaced by civilians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and the overall bilateral ties, including in the areas of defence and security.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown".

The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown". A Maldivian government official said that both ministers, Mariyam Shiuna and Malsha Shareef, had resigned citing "personal reasons". Watch | India-Maldives ties: India reaffirms support for projects in Maldives × According to the official sources, the resignations came ahead of a potential visit by Muizzu to India. Maldivian President to visit India Amid the strained ties between the two countries, Maldivian President will be travelling to New Delhi on an official visit "very soon", his spokesperson confirmed. Heena Waleed, the chief spokesperson at the President's Office, announced his visit on the same day the two ministers resigned. "The President is scheduled to visit India very soon. As you are aware, such trips are scheduled for a time of maximum convenience to leaders of the two countries. Discussions regarding this are in progress," she said during a press conference. After the ministers made those remarks, the country's foreign ministry distanced itself from their remarks, saying they did not represent the views of the Male government. The ties between the two countries have been strained since Maldivian President Muizzu took charge as president. Within a few hours of taking oath, he demanded the withdrawal of Indian military personnel manning three aviation platforms gifted by India to the Maldives. Also read: Indian FM S. Jaishankar to begin 3-day Maldives visit amid tense relations After holding talks, the Indian military personnel were replaced by civilians. The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and the overall bilateral ties, including in the areas of defence and security. (With inputs from agencies)

Maldivian ministers resign months after making derogatory remarks against PM Modi; Muizzu to visit India

<p>Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127.</p>

<p>Yagi struck Saturday bringing winds in excess of 149 kilometres (92 miles) per hour and a deluge of rain that has caused flooding not seen in decades, according to locals.</p>

<p>State media gave an updated death toll of 127 on Tuesday, with at least 54 people still missing in the storm's aftermath.</p>

<p>More than 59,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in Yen Bai province, local authorities said Tuesday, after the floodwaters engulfed almost 18,000 homes.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-terrifying-moment-vietnam-bridge-collapsed-sending-vehicles-into-river-757362"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Watch: Terrifying moments as Vietnam bridge collapses, sending vehicles into river</strong></a></p>

<p>Floodwaters in Hanoi have reached levels not seen since 2008, state media reported, citing a senior local official, and forecasters have warned more is expected in the city's historic centre.</p>

<p>Phan Thi Tuyet, 50, who lives close to the swollen and fast-moving Red River, which runs through the capital, said she had never experienced such high water.</p>

<p>"I have lost everything, all gone," she told AFP, clutching her two dogs as she was evacuated by boat, along with other residents whose homes were flooded.</p>

<p>"I had to come to higher ground to save our lives. We could not bring any of the furniture with us. Everything is underwater now."</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Typhoon Yagi: Floods inundate north Vietnam as death toll climbs</strong></p>

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<p>Typhoons in the region are forming closer to the coast, intensifying more rapidly, and staying over land longer due to climate change, according to a study published in July.</p>

<p>Yagi downed bridges, tore roofs off buildings, damaged factories, and triggered widespread flooding and landslides.</p>

<p>Hanoi authorities said more than 25,000 trees in the city had been uprooted in the storm. Huge trunks blocked key roads in the city centre, creating large traffic jams.</p>

<p>The north of the country -- densely populated and a major manufacturing hub for global tech firms including Samsung -- was badly hit, with floodwaters in the city of Yen Bai at record levels, meteorologists said.</p>

<p>Authorities have issued flood and landslide warnings for 401 communes across 18 northern provinces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One-storey homes in parts of Thai Nguyen and Yen Bai cities were almost completely submerged in the early hours of Tuesday, with residents waiting on the roofs for help.</p>

<p>Rescuers were trying to reach residential areas to retrieve old people and children. On social media, relatives of those stuck in floodwater posted desperate pleas for help and supplies in the early hours of the morning.</p>

<p>Crops including bananas, guavas, and corn -- which are usually sold in nearby markets -- were all flooded.</p>

<h2><strong>Bridge collapsed&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As well as the dead and missing, flooding and landslides have also injured at least 752 people, officials at the Ministry of Agriculture said Tuesday.</p>

<p>Authorities stopped heavy vehicles crossing a major bridge over the Red River in central Hanoi on Tuesday and suspended a train line across Long Bien bridge as the water level rose.</p>

<p>The action followed the dramatic collapse of a bridge higher up the river in northern Phu Tho province on Monday.</p>

<p>Pictures showed half of the 375-metre Phong Chau bridge gone.</p>

<p>Five people who were crossing the bridge at the time have been rescued, but eight others were still missing Tuesday, authorities said.</p>

<p>The storm has also caused power blackouts and major disruptions to factories in the country's north, which is a major production centre for a number of global tech firms.</p>

<p>Susumu Yoshida from the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry told AFP more than 80 Japanese companies had suffered some kind of damage from the typhoon, including to factory buildings, machinery, raw materials, and products.</p>

<p>Some had suspended or partially suspended production, and would not resume operations until the end of the week, he said.</p>

<p>Almost 210,000 hectares of crops had been destroyed in the floods, the state-run Vietnam News Agency reported, citing agriculture officials. At least 734,000 cattle and poultry had also been killed in the flooding, VNA added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At least 24 people were killed as Yagi tore through southern China and the Philippines before hitting Vietnam.</p>

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Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127.

Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127. Yagi struck Saturday bringing winds in excess of 149 kilometres (92 miles) per hour and a deluge of rain that has caused flooding not seen in decades, according to locals. State media gave an updated death toll of 127 on Tuesday, with at least 54 people still missing in the storm's aftermath. More than 59,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in Yen Bai province, local authorities said Tuesday, after the floodwaters engulfed almost 18,000 homes. Also read: Watch: Terrifying moments as Vietnam bridge collapses, sending vehicles into river Floodwaters in Hanoi have reached levels not seen since 2008, state media reported, citing a senior local official, and forecasters have warned more is expected in the city's historic centre. Phan Thi Tuyet, 50, who lives close to the swollen and fast-moving Red River, which runs through the capital, said she had never experienced such high water. "I have lost everything, all gone," she told AFP, clutching her two dogs as she was evacuated by boat, along with other residents whose homes were flooded. "I had to come to higher ground to save our lives. We could not bring any of the furniture with us. Everything is underwater now." Watch | Typhoon Yagi: Floods inundate north Vietnam as death toll climbs × Typhoons in the region are forming closer to the coast, intensifying more rapidly, and staying over land longer due to climate change, according to a study published in July. Yagi downed bridges, tore roofs off buildings, damaged factories, and triggered widespread flooding and landslides. Hanoi authorities said more than 25,000 trees in the city had been uprooted in the storm. Huge trunks blocked key roads in the city centre, creating large traffic jams. The north of the country -- densely populated and a major manufacturing hub for global tech firms including Samsung -- was badly hit, with floodwaters in the city of Yen Bai at record levels, meteorologists said. Authorities have issued flood and landslide warnings for 401 communes across 18 northern provinces. One-storey homes in parts of Thai Nguyen and Yen Bai cities were almost completely submerged in the early hours of Tuesday, with residents waiting on the roofs for help. Rescuers were trying to reach residential areas to retrieve old people and children. On social media, relatives of those stuck in floodwater posted desperate pleas for help and supplies in the early hours of the morning. Crops including bananas, guavas, and corn -- which are usually sold in nearby markets -- were all flooded. Bridge collapsed As well as the dead and missing, flooding and landslides have also injured at least 752 people, officials at the Ministry of Agriculture said Tuesday. Authorities stopped heavy vehicles crossing a major bridge over the Red River in central Hanoi on Tuesday and suspended a train line across Long Bien bridge as the water level rose. The action followed the dramatic collapse of a bridge higher up the river in northern Phu Tho province on Monday. Pictures showed half of the 375-metre Phong Chau bridge gone. Five people who were crossing the bridge at the time have been rescued, but eight others were still missing Tuesday, authorities said. The storm has also caused power blackouts and major disruptions to factories in the country's north, which is a major production centre for a number of global tech firms. Susumu Yoshida from the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry told AFP more than 80 Japanese companies had suffered some kind of damage from the typhoon, including to factory buildings, machinery, raw materials, and products. Some had suspended or partially suspended production, and would not resume operations until the end of the week, he said. Almost 210,000 hectares of crops had been destroyed in the floods, the state-run Vietnam News Agency reported, citing agriculture officials. At least 734,000 cattle and poultry had also been killed in the flooding, VNA added. At least 24 people were killed as Yagi tore through southern China and the Philippines before hitting Vietnam. 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.

Typhoon Yagi: Vietnam evacuates 59,000 people as death toll climbs to 127

<p>France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The three nations issued a joint statement on Tuesday, saying that they will be taking immediate steps to cancel bilateral air services agreements with Iran. They will also pursue the designations of significant entities and impose sanctions on Iran Air.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-iran-to-announce-new-bilateral-treaty-soon-amid-arms-supply-row-757540"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row</strong></a></p>

<p>"The governments of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom strongly condemn Iran’s export and Russia’s procurement of Iranian ballistic missiles. This is a further escalation of Iran’s military support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and will see Iranian missiles reaching European soil, increasing the suffering of the Ukrainian people," they stated in the joint statement.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Threat to European security'</strong></h2>

<p>"This act is an escalation by both Iran and Russia and is a direct threat to European security," the statement read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They further called on Iran to halt such practices in aiding Russia in its war against Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We call on Iran to immediately cease all support to Russia’s war against Ukraine and halt the development and transfers of its ballistic missiles," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Russia received ballistic missiles from Iran, confirms Blinken</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in the day, US State Secretary Antony Blinken said that Moscow has received new deadly ballistic missiles from Iran to use in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This development and the growing cooperation between Russia and Iran threatens European security and demonstrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches far beyond the Middle East,” he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Iran rejects western accusations of Russia arms exports</strong></p>

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<p>Ukraine has been pushing the US to change its policy, however, Blinken, at a press conference in London, highlighted the obstacles to backing the Ukrainian request, noting that they doubt Ukraine's ability to maintain the missiles, training, and their strategic purpose.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, German chancellor Olaf Scholz called for a peace conference to be attended by Moscow, marking a sign of wavering support for Ukraine in parts of Europe, however, Blinken's confirmation of escalation may alter the debate.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security.

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security. The three nations issued a joint statement on Tuesday, saying that they will be taking immediate steps to cancel bilateral air services agreements with Iran. They will also pursue the designations of significant entities and impose sanctions on Iran Air. Also read: Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row "The governments of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom strongly condemn Iran’s export and Russia’s procurement of Iranian ballistic missiles. This is a further escalation of Iran’s military support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and will see Iranian missiles reaching European soil, increasing the suffering of the Ukrainian people," they stated in the joint statement. 'Threat to European security' "This act is an escalation by both Iran and Russia and is a direct threat to European security," the statement read. They further called on Iran to halt such practices in aiding Russia in its war against Ukraine. "We call on Iran to immediately cease all support to Russia’s war against Ukraine and halt the development and transfers of its ballistic missiles," the statement added. Russia received ballistic missiles from Iran, confirms Blinken Earlier in the day, US State Secretary Antony Blinken said that Moscow has received new deadly ballistic missiles from Iran to use in Ukraine. “This development and the growing cooperation between Russia and Iran threatens European security and demonstrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches far beyond the Middle East,” he said. Watch | Iran rejects western accusations of Russia arms exports × Ukraine has been pushing the US to change its policy, however, Blinken, at a press conference in London, highlighted the obstacles to backing the Ukrainian request, noting that they doubt Ukraine's ability to maintain the missiles, training, and their strategic purpose. Moreover, German chancellor Olaf Scholz called for a peace conference to be attended by Moscow, marking a sign of wavering support for Ukraine in parts of Europe, however, Blinken's confirmation of escalation may alter the debate. (With inputs from agencies)

'Direct threat to European security': France, Germany, UK condemn Iran 'sending' ballistic missiles to Russia

<p>Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday,&nbsp;criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies.</p>

<p>Relations between Poland and Germany have become warmer since Tusk's pro-European coalition came to power in December, but there is exasperation in Warsaw at Berlin's reluctance to commit to joint European Union financing for defence and strengthening the bloc's eastern border.</p>

<p>Poland has been facing what it says is a migrant crisis orchestrated by Belarus and Russia on its eastern border since 2021.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Nord Stream blast probe: Germany accuses Poland of not arresting Nord Stream suspect</strong></p>

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<p>With Germany seeking to toughen its stance on immigration following a surge in arrivals, Berlin on Monday announced plans to impose tighter controls at all of the country's land borders, which would normally be part of the Schengen free-movement zone, for six months starting on Sept. 16.</p>

<h2><strong>'Unacceptable', says Tusk</strong></h2>

<p>"Such actions are unacceptable from the Polish point of view," Tusk told a meeting of Polish ambassadors in Warsaw.</p>

<p>"Today we need full support from Germany and the entire EU when it comes to helping in organising, financing, arming the eastern border, also in the context of illegal migration."</p>

<p>He said that what Poland needed was not tighter controls on its border with Germany, but more engagement from Berlin and others in securing the EU's external border.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-introduces-border-controls-to-keep-irregular-migration-in-check-amid-rising-security-concerns-757220"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Germany introduces border controls to keep irregular migration in check amid security concerns spike</strong></a></p>

<p>"In the coming hours we will contact other countries affected by Berlin's decisions for urgent consultations on action on the EU level," he said.</p>

<p>The German interior ministry did not immediately reply to an emailed request for comment.</p>

<p>Tusk said that the decision was a reaction to failed German policies on immigration from the past, not to failures from Poland's side.</p>

<p>Recent deadly knife attacks in Germany in which the suspects were asylum seekers have stoked concerns over immigration.</p>

<p>The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a knife attack in the western city of Solingen that killed three people in August.</p>

<p>Germany's AfD earlier this month became the first far-right party since World War Two to win a state election, in Thuringia, after campaigning heavily on the issue of migration.</p>

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Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday, criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies.

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday, criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies. Relations between Poland and Germany have become warmer since Tusk's pro-European coalition came to power in December, but there is exasperation in Warsaw at Berlin's reluctance to commit to joint European Union financing for defence and strengthening the bloc's eastern border. Poland has been facing what it says is a migrant crisis orchestrated by Belarus and Russia on its eastern border since 2021. Watch | Nord Stream blast probe: Germany accuses Poland of not arresting Nord Stream suspect × With Germany seeking to toughen its stance on immigration following a surge in arrivals, Berlin on Monday announced plans to impose tighter controls at all of the country's land borders, which would normally be part of the Schengen free-movement zone, for six months starting on Sept. 16. 'Unacceptable', says Tusk "Such actions are unacceptable from the Polish point of view," Tusk told a meeting of Polish ambassadors in Warsaw. "Today we need full support from Germany and the entire EU when it comes to helping in organising, financing, arming the eastern border, also in the context of illegal migration." He said that what Poland needed was not tighter controls on its border with Germany, but more engagement from Berlin and others in securing the EU's external border. Also read: Germany introduces border controls to keep irregular migration in check amid security concerns spike "In the coming hours we will contact other countries affected by Berlin's decisions for urgent consultations on action on the EU level," he said. The German interior ministry did not immediately reply to an emailed request for comment. Tusk said that the decision was a reaction to failed German policies on immigration from the past, not to failures from Poland's side. Recent deadly knife attacks in Germany in which the suspects were asylum seekers have stoked concerns over immigration. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a knife attack in the western city of Solingen that killed three people in August. Germany's AfD earlier this month became the first far-right party since World War Two to win a state election, in Thuringia, after campaigning heavily on the issue of migration. 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.

'Unacceptable': Poland PM Tusk slams German decision to tighten border controls

<p>President Droupadi Murmu has forwarded a memorandum from Bharatiya Janata Party's MLAs to the Ministry of Home Affairs, demanding the dismissal of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi as Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is currently imprisoned, which is causing delay in administrative work.&nbsp;</p>

<p>AAP responded and criticised the move. Delhi Cabinet Minister Atishi accused the BJP of trying to remove the Kejriwal government through backdoor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Atishi alleged that it was a conspiracy by BJP&nbsp;to avert certain defeat in next year's Assembly election.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, "BJP has already accepted defeat in the upcoming Delhi elections. BJP's only job is to topple the elected government. BJP is afraid of CM Kejriwal," adding, "This is BJP's new conspiracy. BJP will get zero seats in Delhi elections."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-high-court-dismisses-bail-plea-by-cm-arvind-kejriwal-in-excise-case-747298"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;&nbsp;Delhi High Court dismisses CM Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against arrest by CBI in excise case</strong></a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh also lashed out at the BJP, declaring that his party is prepared for the elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If BJP feels that it wants to lose quickly, then it should announce the date of Delhi assembly elections tomorrow itself. We are ready for the elections," Singh said.</p>

<h2><strong>BJP'S memorandum&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The memorandum highlighted the failure of the Delhi government to constitute the 6th Delhi Finance Commission and alleged inaction on the Comptroller and Auditor General's report.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Arvind Kejriwal granted interim bail but to remain in jail in CBI case</strong></p>

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<p>He added, "Kejriwal has refused to resign, creating an unprecedented situation that has led to a complete breakdown of governance in Delhi."</p>

<p>"The complaint wasn't about the current 4-month-old government but rather about the governance of the past 10 years. We need a full account of the Delhi government's performance in the last 10 years," Gupta stressed.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


President Droupadi Murmu has forwarded a memorandum from Bharatiya Janata Party's MLAs to the Ministry of Home Affairs, demanding the dismissal of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi as Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is currently imprisoned, which is causing delay in administrative work.

President Droupadi Murmu has forwarded a memorandum from Bharatiya Janata Party's MLAs to the Ministry of Home Affairs, demanding the dismissal of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi as Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is currently imprisoned, which is causing delay in administrative work. AAP responded and criticised the move. Delhi Cabinet Minister Atishi accused the BJP of trying to remove the Kejriwal government through backdoor. Atishi alleged that it was a conspiracy by BJP to avert certain defeat in next year's Assembly election. She said, "BJP has already accepted defeat in the upcoming Delhi elections. BJP's only job is to topple the elected government. BJP is afraid of CM Kejriwal," adding, "This is BJP's new conspiracy. BJP will get zero seats in Delhi elections." Also read: Delhi High Court dismisses CM Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against arrest by CBI in excise case Meanwhile, AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh also lashed out at the BJP, declaring that his party is prepared for the elections. "If BJP feels that it wants to lose quickly, then it should announce the date of Delhi assembly elections tomorrow itself. We are ready for the elections," Singh said. BJP'S memorandum The memorandum highlighted the failure of the Delhi government to constitute the 6th Delhi Finance Commission and alleged inaction on the Comptroller and Auditor General's report. Watch | Arvind Kejriwal granted interim bail but to remain in jail in CBI case × Delhi BJP leader Vijender Gupta, in a statement, said that Kejriwal’s refusal to resign after being in jail for over four months on corruption charges has caused a "paralysis of governance." He added, "Kejriwal has refused to resign, creating an unprecedented situation that has led to a complete breakdown of governance in Delhi." "The complaint wasn't about the current 4-month-old government but rather about the governance of the past 10 years. We need a full account of the Delhi government's performance in the last 10 years," Gupta stressed. (With inputs from agencies)

Aam Aadmi Party rages as President forwards BJP's demand to 'dismiss' Delhi govt

<p>India's Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday slammed Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in the US, about the Sikh community, saying that the opposition leader is trying to create a "dangerous narrative" by speaking untruth on "sensitive issues" abroad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Union Minister, while addressing a press conference at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi, said that Gandhi's comments were "sinister" in nature as he tried to spread falsehood among the Sikh diaspora in the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I condemn in the strongest terms the statement he has made about Sikhs not being able to wear turbans and kadas," Puri said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think this is far more sinister because Rahul Gandhi was trying to spread a false narrative while speaking in front of those, who belong to my community and are trying to eke out a living in the US with hard work and honesty. Because they do not have much connection with the country (India)," he said.</p>

<p>Referring to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots which took place when the Congress was in power, Puri said, "If there has been one time in our history when as a community we have felt anxiety, a sense of insecurity and existential threat, it has been the times when Rahul Gandhi's family has been in the seats of power."</p>

<p>"In 1984, a pogrom was carried out against the Sikh community. As many as 3,000 innocent people were killed. People were dragged out of their homes, tyres were put around them and burnt alive," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Rahul Gandhi's remarks in the US&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The Congress leader was addressing a gathering of Indian diaspora in Herndon, a Virginia suburb of Washington DC, on Monday, when he&nbsp;accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of considering some religions, languages, and communities inferior to others, adding that the fight in India is about this and not about politics.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/leader-of-opposition-rahul-gandhis-us-visit-kicks-off-in-texas-aims-to-strengthen-india-us-ties-756884"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi's US visit kicks off from Texas, aims to strengthen India-US ties</strong></a></p>

<p>He said, "First of all, you have to understand what the fight is about. The fight is not about politics. That is superficial."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The fight is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear his turban in India or a kada in India. Or he, as a Sikh, is going to be able to go to Gurdwara. That's what the fight is about. And not just for him, for all religions,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi addresses the Indian diaspora in Dallas, attacks PM Modi &amp; RSS during US visit</strong></p>

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<p>Hardeep Puri further criticised Gandhi and said that he has been making statements on sensitive issues, which "involve our national identity, unity, the strength of our unity and diversity". "I think he is trying to set a new kind of narrative, which I think is a dangerous narrative," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday slammed Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in the US, about the Sikh community, saying that the opposition leader is trying to create a "dangerous narrative" by speaking untruth on "sensitive issues" abroad.

India's Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday slammed Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in the US, about the Sikh community, saying that the opposition leader is trying to create a "dangerous narrative" by speaking untruth on "sensitive issues" abroad. The Union Minister, while addressing a press conference at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi, said that Gandhi's comments were "sinister" in nature as he tried to spread falsehood among the Sikh diaspora in the US. "I condemn in the strongest terms the statement he has made about Sikhs not being able to wear turbans and kadas," Puri said. "I think this is far more sinister because Rahul Gandhi was trying to spread a false narrative while speaking in front of those, who belong to my community and are trying to eke out a living in the US with hard work and honesty. Because they do not have much connection with the country (India)," he said. Referring to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots which took place when the Congress was in power, Puri said, "If there has been one time in our history when as a community we have felt anxiety, a sense of insecurity and existential threat, it has been the times when Rahul Gandhi's family has been in the seats of power." "In 1984, a pogrom was carried out against the Sikh community. As many as 3,000 innocent people were killed. People were dragged out of their homes, tyres were put around them and burnt alive," he added. Rahul Gandhi's remarks in the US The Congress leader was addressing a gathering of Indian diaspora in Herndon, a Virginia suburb of Washington DC, on Monday, when he accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of considering some religions, languages, and communities inferior to others, adding that the fight in India is about this and not about politics. Also read: Rahul Gandhi's US visit kicks off from Texas, aims to strengthen India-US ties He said, "First of all, you have to understand what the fight is about. The fight is not about politics. That is superficial." "The fight is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear his turban in India or a kada in India. Or he, as a Sikh, is going to be able to go to Gurdwara. That's what the fight is about. And not just for him, for all religions,” he added. Watch | Rahul Gandhi addresses the Indian diaspora in Dallas, attacks PM Modi & RSS during US visit × Hardeep Puri further criticised Gandhi and said that he has been making statements on sensitive issues, which "involve our national identity, unity, the strength of our unity and diversity". "I think he is trying to set a new kind of narrative, which I think is a dangerous narrative," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

'Dangerous narrative': Union Minister Hardeep Puri slams Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on Sikhs

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