<p>Climate activist Greta Thunberg and several others were arrested on Wednesday after occupying a University of Copenhagen building to call for an academic boycott of Israeli universities, Danish media reported.</p>

<p>Images on the daily Ekstra Bladet website showed the 21-year-old activist, wearing a black-and-white keffiyeh shawl draped over her shoulders, being escorted out of a campus building by police.</p>

<p>Thunberg herself shared images on Instagram of riot police entering a building where the group "Students against the Occupation" was staging a protest.</p>

<h2><strong>Six arrested in protest</strong></h2>

<p>"I can't confirm the names of those arrested, but six people have been arrested in connection with the demonstration," a Copenhagen police spokesman told AFP.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-claims-netanyahu-not-doing-enough-to-secure-hostage-truce-deal-with-hamas-755305"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Biden claims Netanyahu not doing enough to secure hostage-truce deal with Hamas</strong></a></p>

<p>Three of them "are suspected of forcing their way into the building and blocking the entrance", he said.</p>

<p>The six were released several hours later, the spokesman told AFP, and video footage published by Ekstra Bladet showed Thunberg walking out of the police station.</p>

<p>Students against the Occupation said in an Instagram statement that "while the situation in Palestine only gets worse, the University of Copenhagen continues cooperation with academic institutions in Israel".</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas War: US says 'time to finalize' Gaza deal after hostage deaths</strong></p>

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<p>"We are occupying" the university's "central administration with one demand: academic boycott now."</p>

<p>Pro-Palestinian protesters have set up encampments at universities around the United States and Europe since last spring to protest against Israel's bombardment of Gaza and occupation of Palestinian territories.&nbsp;</p>

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg and several others were arrested on Wednesday after occupying a University of Copenhagen building to call for an academic boycott of Israeli universities, Danish media reported.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and several others were arrested on Wednesday after occupying a University of Copenhagen building to call for an academic boycott of Israeli universities, Danish media reported. Images on the daily Ekstra Bladet website showed the 21-year-old activist, wearing a black-and-white keffiyeh shawl draped over her shoulders, being escorted out of a campus building by police. Thunberg herself shared images on Instagram of riot police entering a building where the group "Students against the Occupation" was staging a protest. Six arrested in protest "I can't confirm the names of those arrested, but six people have been arrested in connection with the demonstration," a Copenhagen police spokesman told AFP. Also read: Biden claims Netanyahu not doing enough to secure hostage-truce deal with Hamas Three of them "are suspected of forcing their way into the building and blocking the entrance", he said. The six were released several hours later, the spokesman told AFP, and video footage published by Ekstra Bladet showed Thunberg walking out of the police station. Students against the Occupation said in an Instagram statement that "while the situation in Palestine only gets worse, the University of Copenhagen continues cooperation with academic institutions in Israel". Watch | Israel-Hamas War: US says 'time to finalize' Gaza deal after hostage deaths × "We are occupying" the university's "central administration with one demand: academic boycott now." Pro-Palestinian protesters have set up encampments at universities around the United States and Europe since last spring to protest against Israel's bombardment of Gaza and occupation of Palestinian territories. 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.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested at pro-Palestinian protest in Denmark

<p>Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday (Sep 3), challenged the Calcutta High Court order transferring the corruption case against him to the CBI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Calcutta High Court on August 23, ordered the transfer of the probe into the alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital from a state-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the CBI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bureau on Tuesday, arrested Ghosh along with his additional security guard Afsar Ali, and two others, Biplab Singha and Suman Hazra, in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata hospital horror: Anti-rape bill passed in West Bengal Assembly</strong></p>

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<p>The RG Kar Medical Hospital has been facing intense scrutiny after a trainee female doctor was raped and murdered on its&nbsp;premises last month.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Sandip Ghosh's arrest</strong></h2>

<p>Ghosh was arrested after nearly 150 hours of intense interrogation. He has been sent to eight-day police custody.</p>

<p>The next hearing of the case will be on September 10.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The three others have applied for bail, whereas, Ghosh has reportedly opted against seeking bail.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-rape-murder-case-ex-rg-kar-principal-sandip-ghosh-slapped-by-bystander-after-cbi-arrest-755717"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Kolkata rape-murder case: Ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh slapped by bystander after CBI arrest.&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<p>The West Bengal Health Department responded to the investigation and issued a suspension order for Ghosh on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ghosh was also barred from the West Bengal Medical Council and its associated panels, including the ethics committee.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Ghosh slapped outside court</strong></h2>

<p>The accused Sandip Ghosh was presented before the Alipore court in Kolkata. The courtroom scene quickly descended into chaos as he&nbsp;entered. When Ghosh was leaving the court, the crowd got hostile and attacked him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the situation intensified, one person also got close enough to slap the accused.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday (Sep 3), challenged the Calcutta High Court order transferring the corruption case against him to the CBI.

Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday (Sep 3), challenged the Calcutta High Court order transferring the corruption case against him to the CBI. The Calcutta High Court on August 23, ordered the transfer of the probe into the alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital from a state-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the CBI. The bureau on Tuesday, arrested Ghosh along with his additional security guard Afsar Ali, and two others, Biplab Singha and Suman Hazra, in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the hospital. Watch | Kolkata hospital horror: Anti-rape bill passed in West Bengal Assembly × The RG Kar Medical Hospital has been facing intense scrutiny after a trainee female doctor was raped and murdered on its premises last month. Sandip Ghosh's arrest Ghosh was arrested after nearly 150 hours of intense interrogation. He has been sent to eight-day police custody. The next hearing of the case will be on September 10. The three others have applied for bail, whereas, Ghosh has reportedly opted against seeking bail. Also read: Kolkata rape-murder case: Ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh slapped by bystander after CBI arrest. The West Bengal Health Department responded to the investigation and issued a suspension order for Ghosh on Tuesday. Ghosh was also barred from the West Bengal Medical Council and its associated panels, including the ethics committee. Ghosh slapped outside court The accused Sandip Ghosh was presented before the Alipore court in Kolkata. The courtroom scene quickly descended into chaos as he entered. When Ghosh was leaving the court, the crowd got hostile and attacked him. As the situation intensified, one person also got close enough to slap the accused. (With inputs from agencies)

Sandip Ghosh moves SC against Calcutta HC order transferring graft probe against him to CBI

<p>Taiwan's minister of foreign affairs Lin Chia-lung has called for Taiwan's inclusion in the United Nations (UN) system to ensure peace in the Indo-Pacific, according to an op-ed published in South Korea's Chosun Ilbo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the op-ed, Taiwan's minister Lin underscored China's intentional distortion of UN Resolution 2758 by linking it with its "One China" principle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China has been suppressing Taiwan's right to participate in the UN and its affiliated organizations, he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The UN should reclaim the proper interpretation of UN Resolution 2758 to maintain international peace and security as stipulated in the UN Charter and find ways to combat China’s aggressive ambitions," Lin said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Know more about Resolution 2758</strong></p>

<p>Earlier in 1971, Resolution 2758 was adopted by the 26th UN General Assembly, to address the issue of China's representation at the international body. However, it led to Taiwan, officially named the Republic of China (ROC), losing its seat at the UN to China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since then, Taiwan has been excluded from participating in the international organization and its affiliates.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-scrambles-jets-naval-ships-after-detecting-massive-chinese-military-activity-755795"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Taiwan scrambles jets, naval ships after detecting massive Chinese military activity</strong></a></p>

<p>The foreign minister called out the international community for emphasising the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait at multilateral forums.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, they have not taken concrete measures to respond to China's aggression or include Taiwan in the United Nations.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>79th UNGA to be held from Sept 10</strong></p>

<p>The 79th UN General Assembly is scheduled to be held from September 10 to 30. Taiwan will appeal to its diplomatic allies to urge UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to correct the organisation's wrong interpretation of UN Resolution 2758 in a joint letter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, Lin noted that Taiwan produces over 90 per cent of the world's advanced semiconductors and plays a major role in the supply chain for global manufacturing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He continued that the Taiwan Strait has become a major international waterway, through which half of the world's maritime trade passes. However, China continues to threaten Taiwan, he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Pacific Island forum split between support to China and Taiwan</strong></p>

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<p>Calling Taiwan a responsible and trustworthy partner, Lin said, "Accepting Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the UN system would be the UN’s best option to mitigate potential regional crises, maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, and promote global prosperity."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further pledged that the island nation will continue to cooperate with like-minded nations to maintain the resilient global supply in the semiconductor industry, adding, that Taiwan’s inclusion in the UN system is vital “for a safer and better world."</p>

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Taiwan's minister of foreign affairs Lin Chia-lung has called for Taiwan's inclusion in the United Nations (UN) system to ensure peace in the Indo-Pacific, according to an op-ed published in South Korea's Chosun Ilbo.

Taiwan's minister of foreign affairs Lin Chia-lung has called for Taiwan's inclusion in the United Nations (UN) system to ensure peace in the Indo-Pacific, according to an op-ed published in South Korea's Chosun Ilbo. In the op-ed, Taiwan's minister Lin underscored China's intentional distortion of UN Resolution 2758 by linking it with its "One China" principle. China has been suppressing Taiwan's right to participate in the UN and its affiliated organizations, he added. “The UN should reclaim the proper interpretation of UN Resolution 2758 to maintain international peace and security as stipulated in the UN Charter and find ways to combat China’s aggressive ambitions," Lin said. Know more about Resolution 2758 Earlier in 1971, Resolution 2758 was adopted by the 26th UN General Assembly, to address the issue of China's representation at the international body. However, it led to Taiwan, officially named the Republic of China (ROC), losing its seat at the UN to China. Since then, Taiwan has been excluded from participating in the international organization and its affiliates. Also read: Taiwan scrambles jets, naval ships after detecting massive Chinese military activity The foreign minister called out the international community for emphasising the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait at multilateral forums. However, they have not taken concrete measures to respond to China's aggression or include Taiwan in the United Nations. 79th UNGA to be held from Sept 10 The 79th UN General Assembly is scheduled to be held from September 10 to 30. Taiwan will appeal to its diplomatic allies to urge UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to correct the organisation's wrong interpretation of UN Resolution 2758 in a joint letter. Further, Lin noted that Taiwan produces over 90 per cent of the world's advanced semiconductors and plays a major role in the supply chain for global manufacturing. He continued that the Taiwan Strait has become a major international waterway, through which half of the world's maritime trade passes. However, China continues to threaten Taiwan, he added. Watch | Pacific Island forum split between support to China and Taiwan × Calling Taiwan a responsible and trustworthy partner, Lin said, "Accepting Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the UN system would be the UN’s best option to mitigate potential regional crises, maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, and promote global prosperity." He further pledged that the island nation will continue to cooperate with like-minded nations to maintain the resilient global supply in the semiconductor industry, adding, that Taiwan’s inclusion in the UN system is vital “for a safer and better world." (With inputs from agencies)

Foreign minister calls on UN to include Taiwan in global body to ensure peace in Indo-Pacific

<p>As the Russia-Ukraine war rages on, a Russian strike on Ukraine's western city of Lviv on Tuesday (Sep 3) night, killed seven people, including three children, the Ukrainian officials said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Internal Affairs Minister Igor Klymenko, on Wednesday, took to&nbsp;the Telegram messaging app, saying, "In total, seven people died in Lviv, including three children."</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Dozens killed in Russian airstrike on Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>Mayor of Lviv Andriy Sadovy highlighted that sirens rang out over the Ukrainian city&nbsp;before the morning of Wednesday. He further advised people to take shelter as air defences were working to down a barrage of missiles.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>At least 40 injured in attack</strong></h2>

<p>Moreover, at least 40 people have been injured, the prosecutor's office said, adding that the attack damaged schools, medical facilities, and buildings in the city centre.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia's air attack on Lviv's historic centre prompted Ukrainian officials to call Western allies to provide air defence systems and long-range weapons to retaliate by attacking targets deep inside Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following Ukraine's surprise attack on Russia's Kursk region, Moscow&nbsp;has intensified its aerial attacks on Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukrainian minister Klymenko said search and rescue operations have been started in Lviv, located near the border with NATO member Poland, which has largely been spared over the last two and a half years of war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The latest attack on Lviv was part of a wider barrage across Ukraine, with 13 missiles and 29 drones launched, the Ukrainian air force said, adding that it downed seven missiles and 22 drones. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ukrainian emergency services said the Arena hotel had been damaged after the wreckage of a downed missile fell in the central city of Kryvyi Rih, and wounded five people.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Enemy will pay for what it has done'</strong></h2>

<p>Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal reacted to the attack, and said, "The enemy will pay for what it has done."&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-kyiv-plans-to-hold-indefinitely-hold-russian-territory-it-seized-says-zelensky-755654"><strong>Also read: Kyiv plans to indefinitely hold Russian territory it seized, says Zelensky</strong></a></p>

<p>The weapons delivered by Ukraine's Western allies, cannot be used against targets located inside Russia, according to the mentioned restrictions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Ukraine has been pushing the West for these restrictions to be lifted.</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also called for the Western partners to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons to "respond justly to terror".&nbsp;<br />
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As the Russia-Ukraine war rages on, a Russian strike on Ukraine's western city of Lviv on Tuesday (Sep 3) night, killed seven people, including three children, the Ukrainian officials said.

As the Russia-Ukraine war rages on, a Russian strike on Ukraine's western city of Lviv on Tuesday (Sep 3) night, killed seven people, including three children, the Ukrainian officials said. Internal Affairs Minister Igor Klymenko, on Wednesday, took to the Telegram messaging app, saying, "In total, seven people died in Lviv, including three children." Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Dozens killed in Russian airstrike on Ukraine × Mayor of Lviv Andriy Sadovy highlighted that sirens rang out over the Ukrainian city before the morning of Wednesday. He further advised people to take shelter as air defences were working to down a barrage of missiles. At least 40 injured in attack Moreover, at least 40 people have been injured, the prosecutor's office said, adding that the attack damaged schools, medical facilities, and buildings in the city centre. Russia's air attack on Lviv's historic centre prompted Ukrainian officials to call Western allies to provide air defence systems and long-range weapons to retaliate by attacking targets deep inside Russia. Following Ukraine's surprise attack on Russia's Kursk region, Moscow has intensified its aerial attacks on Kyiv. Ukrainian minister Klymenko said search and rescue operations have been started in Lviv, located near the border with NATO member Poland, which has largely been spared over the last two and a half years of war. The latest attack on Lviv was part of a wider barrage across Ukraine, with 13 missiles and 29 drones launched, the Ukrainian air force said, adding that it downed seven missiles and 22 drones. The Ukrainian emergency services said the Arena hotel had been damaged after the wreckage of a downed missile fell in the central city of Kryvyi Rih, and wounded five people. 'Enemy will pay for what it has done' Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal reacted to the attack, and said, "The enemy will pay for what it has done." Also read: Kyiv plans to indefinitely hold Russian territory it seized, says Zelensky The weapons delivered by Ukraine's Western allies, cannot be used against targets located inside Russia, according to the mentioned restrictions. However, Ukraine has been pushing the West for these restrictions to be lifted. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also called for the Western partners to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons to "respond justly to terror". Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian missile strike on Ukraine's Lviv kills 7, injures 40 others

As the nation eagerly waits for Dipa Karmakar`s performance in the Rio Olympics women`s vault final, her parents hope that the 23-year-old gymnast gets a birthday present in the form of a medal at the prestigious quadrennial event.<br />
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Dipa`s father Dulal Karmakar, a weightlifting coach with the Sports Authority of India (SAI), said that he was overwhelmed with happiness after getting the news about Dipa qualifying for the finals.<br />
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&quot;I have no words to express my feelings. It was always her aim to participate in the Olympics and now she has qualified as well. Now we all are hoping that she comes back with a medal from there,&quot; Dulal Karmakar said.<br />
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&quot;Yes it is a big success and we are very happy. On her birthday, we are not doing anything just praying to god that as a present on her birthday she can bring a medal for all Indians,&quot; said Dipa Karmakar`s mother Gouri Karmakar.Tripura`s golden girl Dipa surprised one and all by becoming first Indian gymnast to enter the Olympic final.<br />
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Meanwhile, prayers are taking place in her native state, hoping that the Tripura gymnast brings laurels for the nation. Bijoy Chakraborty, a priest who performed a yagna for Dipa`s victory said, &quot;I had earlier performed such puja for Sourav Ganguly when he was the captain (of the Indian cricket team). This yagna is being done so that Dipa can be successful today in her final performance at the Olympic (which is slated to be held at 11.47pm).&quot;<br />
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The event will take place today evening at the Rio Olympic Arena. Simone Biles (USA), Hong Un-Jong (North Korea), Giulia Steingruber (Switzerland), Maria Paseka (Russia), Oksana Chusovitina (Uzbekistan), Shallon Olsen (Canada), Wang Yan (China) are the other gymnasts participating at the event.<br />
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Dipa is the world`s fifth gymnast to have attempted Produnova, a dangerous trick on the vault. The first woman from the country to feature in the lineup of gymnasts at the Olympics, Dipa succeeded in performing the difficult `Produnova` routine to secure 14.850 points after two attempts, but had to undergo a nervous wait for hours to find out that she had made it to the final with an eighth-place finish.<br />
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As the nation eagerly waits for Dipa Karmakar`s performance in the Rio Olympics women`s vault final, her parents hope that the 23-year-old gymnast gets a birthday present in the form of a medal at the prestigious quadrennial event.

As the nation eagerly waits for Dipa Karmakar`s performance in the Rio Olympics women`s vault final, her parents hope that the 23-year-old gymnast gets a birthday present in the form of a medal at the prestigious quadrennial event. Dipa`s father Dulal Karmakar, a weightlifting coach with the Sports Authority of India (SAI), said that he was overwhelmed with happiness after getting the news about Dipa qualifying for the finals. "I have no words to express my feelings. It was always her aim to participate in the Olympics and now she has qualified as well. Now we all are hoping that she comes back with a medal from there," Dulal Karmakar said. "Yes it is a big success and we are very happy. On her birthday, we are not doing anything just praying to god that as a present on her birthday she can bring a medal for all Indians," said Dipa Karmakar`s mother Gouri Karmakar.Tripura`s golden girl Dipa surprised one and all by becoming first Indian gymnast to enter the Olympic final. Meanwhile, prayers are taking place in her native state, hoping that the Tripura gymnast brings laurels for the nation. Bijoy Chakraborty, a priest who performed a yagna for Dipa`s victory said, "I had earlier performed such puja for Sourav Ganguly when he was the captain (of the Indian cricket team). This yagna is being done so that Dipa can be successful today in her final performance at the Olympic (which is slated to be held at 11.47pm)." The event will take place today evening at the Rio Olympic Arena. Simone Biles (USA), Hong Un-Jong (North Korea), Giulia Steingruber (Switzerland), Maria Paseka (Russia), Oksana Chusovitina (Uzbekistan), Shallon Olsen (Canada), Wang Yan (China) are the other gymnasts participating at the event. Dipa is the world`s fifth gymnast to have attempted Produnova, a dangerous trick on the vault. The first woman from the country to feature in the lineup of gymnasts at the Olympics, Dipa succeeded in performing the difficult `Produnova` routine to secure 14.850 points after two attempts, but had to undergo a nervous wait for hours to find out that she had made it to the final with an eighth-place finish. (ANI)

2 dead, 9 injured in fresh Manipur violence; 'suspected Kuki insurgents' use drones to drop bombs

After Israel retaliated against the shocking October 7 attack by Hamas, Gaza has become the deadliest place for civilians in the world. Since then, over 40,000 people have died in Gaza, and nearly 1.9 million have been forced to leave their homes as per Hamas claims.

Two years have passed since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The Russian attacks have left 14.6 million Ukrainians in need of humanitarian assistance, and 3.6 million are displaced as they moved to safer regions of the nation.

The conflict between the Sudanese Army (Sudanese Armed Forces, SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has become one of the most serious conflicts around the world. So far, over 15,000 people have died, and more than 30,000 have been injured in this conflict.

The war between Israel and Hamas has now escalated into a bigger conflict with Iran and its proxies, and the United States and its allies engaging in attacks on each other.

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Turkey has been witnessing severe seismic activities in the past. Last year, a magnitude of 7.8 earthquake jolted Turkey and Syria, killing over 50,000 people.

Iran, a northern neighbour of Turkey, faced over 600 earthquakes in January 2023 only. The end of January saw a 5.9 magnitude earthquake in the northwestern city of Khoy, killing 3 people and injuring 816 people.


Pakistan is crisscrossed by geological fault lines, making the country vulnerable to seismic activity. The high population density in the country makes it even more complicated.


Nepal is one of the most seismically active areas in the world. A 7.8 magnitude earthquake killed nearly 9,000 people in 2015.

China’s position at the intersection of three tectonic plates, the Eurasian, Pacific, and Indian Ocean, makes it seismically active.

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<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on Sunday and took stock of the situation in the two states in view of heavy rains and floods there, sources said.</p>

<p>He also assured the two chief ministers, N Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh and A Revanth Reddy of Telangana, of all possible help from the Central government to deal with rains and floods.</p>

<h2><strong>Telangana CM holds emergency meeting</strong></h2>

<p>Heavy rains continued to lash many parts of Telangana, including Hyderabad on Sunday. Chief Minister Reddy held an emergency meeting with ministers, officials and public representatives to review the situation.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/12-new-smart-cities-to-be-build-in-india-providing-a-million-new-jobs-union-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-754034"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;12 new industrial smart cities to be built in India, will create a million jobs: Union minister</strong></a></p>

<p>In neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, unprecedented rainfall in the past two days paralysed normal life in several places, especially in Vijayawada and its vicinity while 17,000 affected people were evacuated across the state.</p>

<p>Sources said the Union home minister spoke to the XMs of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and took stock of the situation while assuring&nbsp;them of all possible help from the Central government, they said.</p>

<p>A woman died and three others were feared washed away in separate rain-related incidents in Mahabubabad and Khammam districts of Telangana on Sunday.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India: Torrential rains kill 8 in Andhra Pradesh &amp; 1 in Telangana</strong></p>

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<p>Waterlogging was reported on railway tracks at several locations under the South Central Railway. While 99 trains were cancelled, four were partially cancelled and 54 were diverted.</p>

<p>Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar, in a post on 'X', said he has informed the Union home minister about the severe situation in Telangana's Khammam district where nearly 110 villages are submerged under floodwaters.</p>

<p id="3">Heavy rains continued to lash many parts of Telangana. CM Reddy held an emergency review with ministers, officials and elected members to address the ongoing situation.</p>

<p id="4">Following Shah's orders, nine National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been dispatched to Telangana, he said.</p>

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on Sunday and took stock of the situation in the two states in view of heavy rains and floods there, sources said.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on Sunday and took stock of the situation in the two states in view of heavy rains and floods there, sources said. He also assured the two chief ministers, N Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh and A Revanth Reddy of Telangana, of all possible help from the Central government to deal with rains and floods. Telangana CM holds emergency meeting Heavy rains continued to lash many parts of Telangana, including Hyderabad on Sunday. Chief Minister Reddy held an emergency meeting with ministers, officials and public representatives to review the situation. Also read: 12 new industrial smart cities to be built in India, will create a million jobs: Union minister In neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, unprecedented rainfall in the past two days paralysed normal life in several places, especially in Vijayawada and its vicinity while 17,000 affected people were evacuated across the state. Sources said the Union home minister spoke to the XMs of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and took stock of the situation while assuring them of all possible help from the Central government, they said. A woman died and three others were feared washed away in separate rain-related incidents in Mahabubabad and Khammam districts of Telangana on Sunday. Watch | India: Torrential rains kill 8 in Andhra Pradesh & 1 in Telangana × Waterlogging was reported on railway tracks at several locations under the South Central Railway. While 99 trains were cancelled, four were partially cancelled and 54 were diverted. Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar, in a post on 'X', said he has informed the Union home minister about the severe situation in Telangana's Khammam district where nearly 110 villages are submerged under floodwaters. Heavy rains continued to lash many parts of Telangana. CM Reddy held an emergency review with ministers, officials and elected members to address the ongoing situation. Following Shah's orders, nine National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been dispatched to Telangana, he said. 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.

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana hit by floods: Home Minister Amit Shah assures all support to CMs

<p>After a helicopter carrying 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday, the rescuers found 17 bodies on Sunday, and no survivors were found in the wreckage of the aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The &nbsp;Mi-8 helicopter went missing on Saturday after taking off from a base near the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka peninsula.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Federal Air Transport Agency, in a statement, said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They further said that 19 passengers and three crew members were on board the helicopter.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/helicopter-with-22-onboard-goes-missing-in-russias-far-east-rescue-operation-launched-754823"><strong>Also read :&nbsp;Helicopter with 22 onboard goes missing in Russia's Far East, rescue operation launched</strong></a></p>

<p>Kamchatka Governor Vladimir Solodov said that the wreckage of the helicopter was found on Sunday morning in a hilly area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cause of the crash is still unknown.</p>

<h2><strong>Search to continue on Monday</strong></h2>

<p>An emergency ministry official, Ivan Lemikhov, said 17 bodies had been found so far and searches for the five people still missing had been paused, slated to resume at daybreak on Monday.<br />
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Reportedly, such incidents happen quite frequently in Russia's Far East, which suffers from harsh weather.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russian helicopter goes missing in Kamchatka Peninsula</strong></p>

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<p>According to Russia's Interfax news agency, a pilot error, possibly caused by fog, was the main reason behind the helicopter crash. However earlier, officials said that thick fog was affecting rescuers' efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The aircraft was owned by Vityaz-Aero, a Kamchatka-based company that organises flights for tourists. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Mi-8 is most commonly used as a transport helicopter, but can also be used as an airborne command post, armed gunship, and reconnaissance platform.&nbsp;It was designed during the Soviet era, however, is still widely used in Russia.</p>

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After a helicopter carrying 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday, the rescuers found 17 bodies on Sunday, and no survivors were found in the wreckage of the aircraft.

After a helicopter carrying 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday, the rescuers found 17 bodies on Sunday, and no survivors were found in the wreckage of the aircraft. The Mi-8 helicopter went missing on Saturday after taking off from a base near the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka peninsula. The Federal Air Transport Agency, in a statement, said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled. They further said that 19 passengers and three crew members were on board the helicopter. Also read : Helicopter with 22 onboard goes missing in Russia's Far East, rescue operation launched Kamchatka Governor Vladimir Solodov said that the wreckage of the helicopter was found on Sunday morning in a hilly area. The cause of the crash is still unknown. Search to continue on Monday An emergency ministry official, Ivan Lemikhov, said 17 bodies had been found so far and searches for the five people still missing had been paused, slated to resume at daybreak on Monday. Reportedly, such incidents happen quite frequently in Russia's Far East, which suffers from harsh weather. Watch | Russian helicopter goes missing in Kamchatka Peninsula × Three years ago, eight people were killed when a tourist helicopter crashed into a lake in Kamchatka. According to Russia's Interfax news agency, a pilot error, possibly caused by fog, was the main reason behind the helicopter crash. However earlier, officials said that thick fog was affecting rescuers' efforts. The aircraft was owned by Vityaz-Aero, a Kamchatka-based company that organises flights for tourists. Mi-8 is most commonly used as a transport helicopter, but can also be used as an airborne command post, armed gunship, and reconnaissance platform. It was designed during the Soviet era, however, is still widely used in Russia. (With inputs from agencies)

17 bodies found, 5 missing after helicopter crashes in Russia

<p>President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the&nbsp;serious cases remaining pending in the courts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Highlighting the need to organize 'Lok Adalat' more frequently, President Murmu said that this will help in tackling the pendency of cases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The President was addressing the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, organised by the Supreme Court of India, on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She further highlighted the need to bring justice to everyone's doorstep.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The President said that our Constitution provides for the power and responsibilities of the Legislative and Executive bodies at the local level through Panchayats and Municipalities. She asked if we could think of a justice system at the local level equivalent to these. She stated that making arrangements to provide justice in the local language and local conditions can help in achieving the ideal of taking justice to everyone's doorstep," the President's secretariat stated in a release, citing President Murmu.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-urges-faster-decisions-on-cases-related-to-atrocities-against-women-754849"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>'Judiciary, police, and government should work together'</strong></h2>

<p>She said that the judiciary, government, and police administration should work together to find solutions to issues related to evidence and witnesses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The President said that when court decisions in a heinous crime like rape come after a generation has passed, the common man feels that the judicial process lacks sensitivity. She stated that it is a sad aspect of our social life that, in some cases, people with resources continue to roam around fearlessly and freely even after committing crimes,"&nbsp;the statement added.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today</strong></p>

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<p>President Murmu's comments come in the light of the recent horrific incident of rape and murder of a trainee female doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following the incident, protesters across the nation have been holding rallies and demanding justice for the victim.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the serious cases remaining pending in the courts.

President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the serious cases remaining pending in the courts. Highlighting the need to organize 'Lok Adalat' more frequently, President Murmu said that this will help in tackling the pendency of cases. The President was addressing the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, organised by the Supreme Court of India, on Sunday. She further highlighted the need to bring justice to everyone's doorstep. "The President said that our Constitution provides for the power and responsibilities of the Legislative and Executive bodies at the local level through Panchayats and Municipalities. She asked if we could think of a justice system at the local level equivalent to these. She stated that making arrangements to provide justice in the local language and local conditions can help in achieving the ideal of taking justice to everyone's doorstep," the President's secretariat stated in a release, citing President Murmu. Also read: PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women 'Judiciary, police, and government should work together' She said that the judiciary, government, and police administration should work together to find solutions to issues related to evidence and witnesses. "The President said that when court decisions in a heinous crime like rape come after a generation has passed, the common man feels that the judicial process lacks sensitivity. She stated that it is a sad aspect of our social life that, in some cases, people with resources continue to roam around fearlessly and freely even after committing crimes," the statement added. Watch | Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today × President Murmu's comments come in the light of the recent horrific incident of rape and murder of a trainee female doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal. Following the incident, protesters across the nation have been holding rallies and demanding justice for the victim. (With inputs from agencies)

'Pendency of cases a big challenge': President Murmu says people 'feel judiciary lacks sensitivity'

<p>In another assassination float, the pro-Khalistan radical group&nbsp;in Canada, on Saturday, took out rallies to honour and commemorate the assassin of then Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh in 1995.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As August 31 marked the 29th anniversary of former Punjab CM Beant Singh's assassination by Khalistani terrorists, the pro-Khalistani elements took the floats to the Indian Consulate in Vancouver, depicting the assassination in a bombed car, splashed with blood and with CM's photographs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Beanta Bombed to Death,”&nbsp;the float read, while also paying homage to his killer Dilawar Singh Babbar, the suicide bomber.</p>

<p>Beant Singh was killed on August 31, 1995. Meanwhile, his appointment as Punjab CM came at a time when Punjab was witnessing increased instability.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Saturday, a similar rally was held in Toronto. It was led by Inderjeet Singh Gosal, who described campaigners for the so-called Khalistan Referendum as "offspring" of Dilawar Singh.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Similar parade held in June</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Earlier in June also, another assassination float was taken out in Brampton in the Greater Toronto Area, featuring an effigy of Indira Gandhi as she was assassinated by her two Sikh bodyguards.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-khalistan-supporters-disrupt-indian-independence-day-celebrations-751274"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Canada: Khalistan supporters disrupt Indian Independence Day celebrations</strong></a></p>

<p>The parade was allegedly organised by pro-Khalistani supporters on June 9, days before the 39th anniversary of 'Operation Bluestar'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Operation Bluestar was an Indian armed forces operation, carried out to remove Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and other Sikh militants from the Golden Temple, Amritsar, in 1984. Indira Gandhi was assassinated by her bodyguards months after the military operation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The posters at the parade, also stated, "her punishment" had been "delivered" on October 31, 1984, the date of the assassination.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Canadian politicians slam extremists glorifying Indira Gandhi`s assassination</strong>&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>India's response&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>After this, the Indian High Commission in Ottawa sent a note expressing displeasure to Global Affairs Canada, the Canadian foreign ministry, stating, “You cannot exceed freedom of expression like this, glorifying the assassination of the leader of a democratic nation,” an Indian official said on condition of anonymity.</p>

<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also said that the incident was not good for the India-Canada relationship.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In another assassination float, the pro-Khalistan radical group in Canada, on Saturday, took out rallies to honour and commemorate the assassin of then Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh in 1995.

In another assassination float, the pro-Khalistan radical group in Canada, on Saturday, took out rallies to honour and commemorate the assassin of then Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh in 1995. As August 31 marked the 29th anniversary of former Punjab CM Beant Singh's assassination by Khalistani terrorists, the pro-Khalistani elements took the floats to the Indian Consulate in Vancouver, depicting the assassination in a bombed car, splashed with blood and with CM's photographs. “Beanta Bombed to Death,” the float read, while also paying homage to his killer Dilawar Singh Babbar, the suicide bomber. Beant Singh was killed on August 31, 1995. Meanwhile, his appointment as Punjab CM came at a time when Punjab was witnessing increased instability. On Saturday, a similar rally was held in Toronto. It was led by Inderjeet Singh Gosal, who described campaigners for the so-called Khalistan Referendum as "offspring" of Dilawar Singh. Similar parade held in June Earlier in June also, another assassination float was taken out in Brampton in the Greater Toronto Area, featuring an effigy of Indira Gandhi as she was assassinated by her two Sikh bodyguards. Also read: Canada: Khalistan supporters disrupt Indian Independence Day celebrations The parade was allegedly organised by pro-Khalistani supporters on June 9, days before the 39th anniversary of 'Operation Bluestar'. Operation Bluestar was an Indian armed forces operation, carried out to remove Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and other Sikh militants from the Golden Temple, Amritsar, in 1984. Indira Gandhi was assassinated by her bodyguards months after the military operation. The posters at the parade, also stated, "her punishment" had been "delivered" on October 31, 1984, the date of the assassination. Watch | Canadian politicians slam extremists glorifying Indira Gandhi`s assassination × India's response After this, the Indian High Commission in Ottawa sent a note expressing displeasure to Global Affairs Canada, the Canadian foreign ministry, stating, “You cannot exceed freedom of expression like this, glorifying the assassination of the leader of a democratic nation,” an Indian official said on condition of anonymity. India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also said that the incident was not good for the India-Canada relationship. (With inputs from agencies)

Canada: Pro-Khalistan group honours former Punjab CM Beant Singh's assassin at rally

<p>Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) plans to purchase more than 1,000 additional Stinger missiles from the United States, to deal with increased Chinese military threat to the island nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Taiwan army and navy each ordered 250 Stinger missiles in 2019 and 2015, respectively. However, the country needs more to meet its defence needs.</p>

<p>It further prompted the Taiwan army to order 1,985 more Stringer missiles from the US for approximately NT$55.54 billion, Taiwanese local newspaper Liberty Times reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the MND's 2025 budget report, the Army will get 549 launch systems and 549 identification and friend of foe (IFF) systems.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pla-navy-survey-ship-enters-japanese-waters-10th-time-in-one-year-754865"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Tokyo lodges protest as Chinese Navy survey ship enters Japanese waters</strong></a></p>

<p>Moreover, the Navy has planned to buy 45 man-portable Stinger missiles, 15 launch systems, and 15 IFF devices. Navy and Army missiles are scheduled to be delivered by 2031.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although the Army has not confirmed whether these purchases are included in the Army's procurement plan.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Taiwan sends&nbsp;letters to US</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in March, the Taiwanese army highlighted that they had sent 11 letters to the US, urging the delivery of 250 Stinger missiles, which they requested earlier as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Pacific leaders reject call to break ties with Taiwan</strong></p>

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<p>Initially, Taiwan's former president Tsai Ing-wen talked about purchasing additional Stinger missiles from the US, to meet air defence needs and prepare for more live-fire target practice as conscript service increased to one year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China has increased its military activities across Taiwan, including regular air and naval incursions into Taiwan's ADIZ and military exercises near the island.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier on Sunday, Taiwan's MND detected 10 PLA aircraft, seven Chinese Navy vessels, and two official ships operating around the nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that China's continued use of military aircraft and warships to intrude into Taiwan and Japan's air defence identification zones and exclusive economic zones has increased regional tensions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) plans to purchase more than 1,000 additional Stinger missiles from the United States, to deal with increased Chinese military threat to the island nation.

Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) plans to purchase more than 1,000 additional Stinger missiles from the United States, to deal with increased Chinese military threat to the island nation. The Taiwan army and navy each ordered 250 Stinger missiles in 2019 and 2015, respectively. However, the country needs more to meet its defence needs. It further prompted the Taiwan army to order 1,985 more Stringer missiles from the US for approximately NT$55.54 billion, Taiwanese local newspaper Liberty Times reported. According to the MND's 2025 budget report, the Army will get 549 launch systems and 549 identification and friend of foe (IFF) systems. Also read: Tokyo lodges protest as Chinese Navy survey ship enters Japanese waters Moreover, the Navy has planned to buy 45 man-portable Stinger missiles, 15 launch systems, and 15 IFF devices. Navy and Army missiles are scheduled to be delivered by 2031. Although the Army has not confirmed whether these purchases are included in the Army's procurement plan. Taiwan sends letters to US Earlier in March, the Taiwanese army highlighted that they had sent 11 letters to the US, urging the delivery of 250 Stinger missiles, which they requested earlier as well. Watch | Pacific leaders reject call to break ties with Taiwan × Initially, Taiwan's former president Tsai Ing-wen talked about purchasing additional Stinger missiles from the US, to meet air defence needs and prepare for more live-fire target practice as conscript service increased to one year. China has increased its military activities across Taiwan, including regular air and naval incursions into Taiwan's ADIZ and military exercises near the island. Earlier on Sunday, Taiwan's MND detected 10 PLA aircraft, seven Chinese Navy vessels, and two official ships operating around the nation. Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that China's continued use of military aircraft and warships to intrude into Taiwan and Japan's air defence identification zones and exclusive economic zones has increased regional tensions. (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan to purchase over 1,000 Stinger missiles from US as Chinese military threat increases

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