Best Places To Witness Northern Lights In 2024-25


Auroras, also called as Northern Lights, are natural light displayed in the Earth's sky that presents as ribbons of light in the northern and southern polar regions.

If you are near the North Pole, it is called an "Aurora Borealis" or Northern Lights, and if near the South Pole, it is called an "Aurora Australis" or Southern Lights.


If you're planning to give your eyes a treat, here's a recommendation for the top spots:


Located in the heart of the aurora zone, this place is one of the best destinations to witness northern lights. Tromso is easily accessible from the UK and offers breathtaking aurora views from September 2024 till April 2025.

Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is captured with geothermal pools, volcano tours and a quality culture. The best time to witness the Aurora Borealis are September 2024 to April 2025.



Kiruna, a Swedish city mesmerizes with a quality aurora show like nowhere else. Tourists can catch the beautiful aurora views between October 2024 to March 2025.

Longyearbyen, a small coal-mining town on Spitsbergen Island, in Norway's Svalbard archipelago, offers great conditions for the Northern Lights. In October and February, one can enjoy the unique blue arctic light and the northern lights at night.

Yukon, a territory in northwestern Canada and a direct neighbour of Alaska provides a mesmerising view of the aurora borealis during the winter months. 

Best Places To Witness Northern Lights In 2024-25

<p>A monitoring device has been working all day near the heavily guarded border that divides North and South Korea, for catching malaria-carrying mosquitoes that might cross the border.&nbsp;This time, South Korea which tracks missiles or troop movements on the border, is occupied with catching the mosquitoes as the country rages its efforts to achieve the "malaria-free" status.&nbsp;</p>

<p>South Korea has been making efforts to achieve this goal for decades now as the nation has been dealing with it, due to its proximity to the isolated North where the disease is prevalent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This year, South Korea also issued a nationwide malaria warning. According to the scientists, climate change, especially warmer springs and heavier rainfall could attract more mosquito-borne diseases to the peninsula unless the two Koreas, which remain technically at war, cooperate.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-sees-arrival-of-aedes-koreicus-a-species-of-mosquito-unafraid-of-the-cold-422616"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Italy sees arrival of Aedes koreicus, a species of mosquito unafraid of the cold</strong></a></p>

<p>The primary issue remains the DMZ, a four-kilometre-wide no man's land that runs the full length of the 250-kilometre border.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The lush forests and wetlands have covered the demilitarized zone and are majorly unvisited by humans since it was created after the 1953 ceasefire that ended Korean War hostilities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kim Hyun-woo, a staff scientist at Seoul's Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, said the DMZ has stagnant water&nbsp;and "plenty of wild animals that serve as blood sources for mosquitoes to feed on in order to lay their eggs."</p>

<p>Decades ago, South Korea once believed that it had eradicated malaria, however, in 1993, a soldier serving in the DMZ was infected and since then, the disease has persisted, with cases up nearly 80 per cent last year to 747 from 420 in 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Climate change effects on spread of malaria</strong></p>

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<p>Kim Dong-gun, an environmental biology professor at Sahmyook University in Seoul, told AFP, "The DMZ is not an area where pest control can be carried out."</p>

<p>The country's health authorities have installed 76 mosquito-tracking devices in key areas near the DMZ.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>"Painful" experience by affected people&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Around 90 per cent of South Korea's malaria patients were affected in regions close to DMZ in the last decade, according to the official figures. However, rare cases occurred in other areas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shin Seo,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;was diagnosed with malaria in 2022 after being hospitalised with recurring high fevers, however, she had not visited a border region that year before getting sick.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have no recollection of being bitten by any insects," she told news agency AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Initially, the doctors thought she had a kidney infection and it took around 10 days before she was finally diagnosed with the mosquito-borne disease.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seo recalled her experience and said that having malaria felt like "I was being stir-fried on a really hot pan," adding that it was so painful that in tears, "I once even begged the nurse to just knock me out."</p>

<p>"Malaria is a truly terrifying disease," she told AFP, adding that she hoped more could be done to prevent its spread.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A monitoring device has been working all day near the heavily guarded border that divides North and South Korea, for catching malaria-carrying mosquitoes that might cross the border.

A monitoring device has been working all day near the heavily guarded border that divides North and South Korea, for catching malaria-carrying mosquitoes that might cross the border. This time, South Korea which tracks missiles or troop movements on the border, is occupied with catching the mosquitoes as the country rages its efforts to achieve the "malaria-free" status. South Korea has been making efforts to achieve this goal for decades now as the nation has been dealing with it, due to its proximity to the isolated North where the disease is prevalent. This year, South Korea also issued a nationwide malaria warning. According to the scientists, climate change, especially warmer springs and heavier rainfall could attract more mosquito-borne diseases to the peninsula unless the two Koreas, which remain technically at war, cooperate. Also read: Italy sees arrival of Aedes koreicus, a species of mosquito unafraid of the cold The primary issue remains the DMZ, a four-kilometre-wide no man's land that runs the full length of the 250-kilometre border. The lush forests and wetlands have covered the demilitarized zone and are majorly unvisited by humans since it was created after the 1953 ceasefire that ended Korean War hostilities. Kim Hyun-woo, a staff scientist at Seoul's Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, said the DMZ has stagnant water and "plenty of wild animals that serve as blood sources for mosquitoes to feed on in order to lay their eggs." Decades ago, South Korea once believed that it had eradicated malaria, however, in 1993, a soldier serving in the DMZ was infected and since then, the disease has persisted, with cases up nearly 80 per cent last year to 747 from 420 in 2022. Watch | Climate change effects on spread of malaria × Kim Dong-gun, an environmental biology professor at Sahmyook University in Seoul, told AFP, "The DMZ is not an area where pest control can be carried out." The country's health authorities have installed 76 mosquito-tracking devices in key areas near the DMZ. "Painful" experience by affected people Around 90 per cent of South Korea's malaria patients were affected in regions close to DMZ in the last decade, according to the official figures. However, rare cases occurred in other areas. Shin Seo, 36, was diagnosed with malaria in 2022 after being hospitalised with recurring high fevers, however, she had not visited a border region that year before getting sick. "I have no recollection of being bitten by any insects," she told news agency AFP. Initially, the doctors thought she had a kidney infection and it took around 10 days before she was finally diagnosed with the mosquito-borne disease. Seo recalled her experience and said that having malaria felt like "I was being stir-fried on a really hot pan," adding that it was so painful that in tears, "I once even begged the nurse to just knock me out." "Malaria is a truly terrifying disease," she told AFP, adding that she hoped more could be done to prevent its spread. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korea faces new border threat 'malaria mosquitoes' as temperature peaks

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1859}">Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Aug 27), said that recently, his military carried out the first successful test of a domestically-produced ballistic missile, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:65,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1909}">Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv, the Ukrainian president's remarks come after two consecutive nights of large-scale Russian bombardments across Ukraine, killing several people and battering&nbsp;energy infrastructure.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:115,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1959}">"There has been a positive test of the first Ukrainian ballistic missile. I congratulate our defence industry on this. I can't share any more details about this missile," Zelensky said at the press conference.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:165,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2009}">For a long time now, Ukraine has been trying to develop its own arms industry and boosting military production on its own territory, to become less dependent on Western military aid amid its ongoing war with Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:215,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2059}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:215,&quot;w&quot;:523,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2059}">Watch |&nbsp;&nbsp;Ukraine says Russia attacked with over 200 missiles and drones&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:654,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2498}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:654,&quot;w&quot;:497,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2498}">Ukraine now controls 100 Russian settlements</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:699,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2543}">As Ukraine continues its offensive into Russia's Kursk region, Kyiv's top military commander Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Ukrainian troops control &nbsp;1,294 sq km (500 sq miles) of Russian territory and 100 settlements.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:749,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2593}">He added that about 594 Russian soldiers were also captured during&nbsp;the&nbsp;Kursk incursion.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:781,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2625}">Last week, Zelensky said Ukraine controlled over 1,250 sq km of Russian territory.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:817,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2661}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:817,&quot;w&quot;:642,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2661}">Zelensky to present&nbsp;US with plan on ending war with Russia</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:862,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2706}">The Ukrainian President, during the press conference in Kyiv, also said that he will present a roadmap&nbsp;on how he plans to end the war with Russia&nbsp;to presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, as well as United States President Joe Biden.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:912,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2756}">Earlier in the day, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that Washington's&nbsp; involvement in Kyiv's ongoing incursion into the Kursk region was "an obvious fact", Russian state media TASS reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:962,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2806}"><a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:962,&quot;w&quot;:638,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2806}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-ukrainian-drone-hits-russian-high-rise-building-resembling-911-attack-visuals-753370"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:962,&quot;w&quot;:638,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2806}">Also read:&nbsp;Ukrainian drone hits Russian high-rise building, resembling 9/11 attack visuals</strong></a></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:994,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2838}">However, the US said that they did not take part in the operation.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1027,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2871}">Ryabkov said that it was no longer an accusation that the United States was involved but "an obvious fact. Washington's escalatory path is becoming more and more challenging."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1077,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2921}">"The impression is that (US) colleagues have thrown away the remnants of common sense and believe that everything is permissible for them. Similar approaches are followed by their clientele in Kyiv."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1127,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2971}">He warned that such actions could further lead to severe consequences.&nbsp;</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Aug 27), said that recently, his military carried out the first successful test of a domestically-produced ballistic missile, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Aug 27), said that recently, his military carried out the first successful test of a domestically-produced ballistic missile, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv, the Ukrainian president's remarks come after two consecutive nights of large-scale Russian bombardments across Ukraine, killing several people and battering energy infrastructure. "There has been a positive test of the first Ukrainian ballistic missile. I congratulate our defence industry on this. I can't share any more details about this missile," Zelensky said at the press conference. For a long time now, Ukraine has been trying to develop its own arms industry and boosting military production on its own territory, to become less dependent on Western military aid amid its ongoing war with Russia. Watch | Ukraine says Russia attacked with over 200 missiles and drones × Notably, Ukraine has signed agreements with Western arms companies for the production of small arms and ammunition. Ukraine now controls 100 Russian settlements As Ukraine continues its offensive into Russia's Kursk region, Kyiv's top military commander Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Ukrainian troops control 1,294 sq km (500 sq miles) of Russian territory and 100 settlements. He added that about 594 Russian soldiers were also captured during the Kursk incursion. Last week, Zelensky said Ukraine controlled over 1,250 sq km of Russian territory. Zelensky to present US with plan on ending war with Russia The Ukrainian President, during the press conference in Kyiv, also said that he will present a roadmap on how he plans to end the war with Russia to presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, as well as United States President Joe Biden. Earlier in the day, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that Washington's involvement in Kyiv's ongoing incursion into the Kursk region was "an obvious fact", Russian state media TASS reported. Also read: Ukrainian drone hits Russian high-rise building, resembling 9/11 attack visuals However, the US said that they did not take part in the operation. Ryabkov said that it was no longer an accusation that the United States was involved but "an obvious fact. Washington's escalatory path is becoming more and more challenging." "The impression is that (US) colleagues have thrown away the remnants of common sense and believe that everything is permissible for them. Similar approaches are followed by their clientele in Kyiv." He warned that such actions could further lead to severe consequences. (With inputs from agencies) 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

Ukraine test-fired first domestically-produced ballistic missile: President Zelensky

<p>Uganda sentenced an Islamic State-linked group member to 10 years over a thwarted terror attack on the funeral of a top army commander three years ago, an official confirmed to AFP on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Rashid Katumba arrested in August 2021 was in possession of explosives in the northern town of Pader on the eve of the funeral for Major General Paul Lokech, nicknamed the "Lion of Mogadishu".</p>

<p>President Yoweri Museveni blamed the plot on the Islamic State-linked Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), which emerged in Uganda in 1996 but has been active in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo for decades.</p>

<p>The International Crimes Division of Uganda's high court handed down the sentences for Katumba, as well as two other defendants Luyenjje Najjimu and Arafat Jamil Kiyemba in the capital Kampala on August 23.</p>

<p>"Upon their own plea of guilty, Katumba was convicted and sentenced to 10 years in jail" for his involvement in the attempted funeral attack, Jacquelyn Okui, spokeswoman for the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, told AFP Tuesday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tourists-at-queen-elizabeth-national-park-killed-in-ambush-during-safari-648379"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Uganda: Two tourists among 3 killed in ambush during safari at Queen Elizabeth National Park</strong></a></p>

<p>She said that "Najjimu and Kiyemba were convicted and sentenced to five years each".</p>

<p>The three were Ugandan citizens and all admitted to belonging to a terror organisation, she said.</p>

<p>Lokech, who died in 2021 from blood clots, served two stints as a commander in Somalia with AMISOM, the African Union military operation fighting the Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab insurgents.</p>

<p>He led the units that routed Al-Shabaab fighters from the capital Mogadishu in 2011, a feat that earned him his nickname.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ugandan president appoints son as military chief</strong></p>

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<p>The ADF, originally made up of mainly Muslim Ugandan rebels, has been accused of killing thousands of civilians.</p>

<p>It also carried&nbsp;out attacks in Uganda, claiming responsibility for the murder of a honeymooning couple visiting the East African country in 2023.</p>

<p>Since the end of 2021, the Congolese and Ugandan armies have conducted joint operations against the ADF in North Kivu and the neighbouring province of Ituri.</p>

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Uganda sentenced an Islamic State-linked group member to 10 years over a thwarted terror attack on the funeral of a top army commander three years ago, an official confirmed to AFP on Tuesday.

Uganda sentenced an Islamic State-linked group member to 10 years over a thwarted terror attack on the funeral of a top army commander three years ago, an official confirmed to AFP on Tuesday. Rashid Katumba arrested in August 2021 was in possession of explosives in the northern town of Pader on the eve of the funeral for Major General Paul Lokech, nicknamed the "Lion of Mogadishu". President Yoweri Museveni blamed the plot on the Islamic State-linked Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), which emerged in Uganda in 1996 but has been active in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo for decades. The International Crimes Division of Uganda's high court handed down the sentences for Katumba, as well as two other defendants Luyenjje Najjimu and Arafat Jamil Kiyemba in the capital Kampala on August 23. "Upon their own plea of guilty, Katumba was convicted and sentenced to 10 years in jail" for his involvement in the attempted funeral attack, Jacquelyn Okui, spokeswoman for the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, told AFP Tuesday. Also read | Uganda: Two tourists among 3 killed in ambush during safari at Queen Elizabeth National Park She said that "Najjimu and Kiyemba were convicted and sentenced to five years each". The three were Ugandan citizens and all admitted to belonging to a terror organisation, she said. Lokech, who died in 2021 from blood clots, served two stints as a commander in Somalia with AMISOM, the African Union military operation fighting the Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab insurgents. He led the units that routed Al-Shabaab fighters from the capital Mogadishu in 2011, a feat that earned him his nickname. Watch: Ugandan president appoints son as military chief × The ADF, originally made up of mainly Muslim Ugandan rebels, has been accused of killing thousands of civilians. It also carried out attacks in Uganda, claiming responsibility for the murder of a honeymooning couple visiting the East African country in 2023. Since the end of 2021, the Congolese and Ugandan armies have conducted joint operations against the ADF in North Kivu and the neighbouring province of Ituri. 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.

Islamic State-linked Uganda suicide bomb attacker sentenced to 10 years in prison

<p>In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, following the report, Kolkata Police clarified and said that all official vehicles are registered in the name of the Police Commissioner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They further said that some individuals on social media are attempting to "create confusion" around this.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All government vehicles belonging to Kolkata Police are officially registered under the Commissioner of Police before being assigned to various units," the police stated on X.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, this was the same bike that Roy, who worked as a civic volunteer with Kolkata police, had used to visit the red light areas in north and south Kolkata on the day of the incident. Before reaching the hospital and committing the horrible crime, Roy rode the bike for around 15 kilometres in a drunken state.</p>

<p>Moreover, CBI sources said that Roy's access to Kolkata Police as a civic volunteer made him feel "invincible". The investigation agency is looking into a larger aspect in connection with the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-rape-murder-case-cm-mamata-banerjee-faces-resignation-calls-tmc-slams-patriarchal-demands-753408"><strong>Also read | Kolkata rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee faces resignation calls; TMC slams ‘patriarchal’ demand</strong></a></p>

<p>Sanjay Roy was arrested on August 10, a day after the body of the trainee doctor was found inside the seminar hall of RG Kar Hospital. He is currently in jail and will remain in custody till September 6.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>ED files money laundering case, probes on alleged 'financial irregularities' at RG Kar Hospital</strong></h2>

<p>The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to probe alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital during the period of its former principal Sandip Ghosh and others, the official sources said.</p>

<p>The ED has taken cognisance of a CBI FIR to file its Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), which equals to an FIR, under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat</strong></p>

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<p>People who have been named in the CBI complaint are the ones accused in the ED Case as well, the sources said. The agency may soon issue summons to the accused for questioning and recording the statements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, the CBI has booked Ghosh and three Kolkata-based private entities, including, Ma Tara Traders of Madhya &nbsp;Jhorehat, Banipur, Howrah; Eshan Cafe of 4/1, Belgachia and Khama Louha.</p>

<p>Earlier on Sunday, the CBI raided the premises of Ghosh, ex-medical superintendent Sanjay Vashisth and 13 others in and around Kolkata in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported.

In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported. However, following the report, Kolkata Police clarified and said that all official vehicles are registered in the name of the Police Commissioner. They further said that some individuals on social media are attempting to "create confusion" around this. "All government vehicles belonging to Kolkata Police are officially registered under the Commissioner of Police before being assigned to various units," the police stated on X. pic.twitter.com/BcUEQ3U8wC — Kolkata Police (@KolkataPolice) August 27, 2024 × Notably, this was the same bike that Roy, who worked as a civic volunteer with Kolkata police, had used to visit the red light areas in north and south Kolkata on the day of the incident. Before reaching the hospital and committing the horrible crime, Roy rode the bike for around 15 kilometres in a drunken state. Moreover, CBI sources said that Roy's access to Kolkata Police as a civic volunteer made him feel "invincible". The investigation agency is looking into a larger aspect in connection with the case. Also read | Kolkata rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee faces resignation calls; TMC slams ‘patriarchal’ demand Sanjay Roy was arrested on August 10, a day after the body of the trainee doctor was found inside the seminar hall of RG Kar Hospital. He is currently in jail and will remain in custody till September 6. ED files money laundering case, probes on alleged 'financial irregularities' at RG Kar Hospital The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to probe alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital during the period of its former principal Sandip Ghosh and others, the official sources said. The ED has taken cognisance of a CBI FIR to file its Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), which equals to an FIR, under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat × People who have been named in the CBI complaint are the ones accused in the ED Case as well, the sources said. The agency may soon issue summons to the accused for questioning and recording the statements. Moreover, the CBI has booked Ghosh and three Kolkata-based private entities, including, Ma Tara Traders of Madhya Jhorehat, Banipur, Howrah; Eshan Cafe of 4/1, Belgachia and Khama Louha. Earlier on Sunday, the CBI raided the premises of Ghosh, ex-medical superintendent Sanjay Vashisth and 13 others in and around Kolkata in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. (With inputs from agencies)

Kolkata rape-murder: Accused Sanjay Roy used bike registered in top cop's name; police explain why

<p>Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weeks after the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, Banerjee shared a chart on X, highlighting the cases of rape and atrocities against women in the last 15 days after the RG Kar Hospital incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee stated, "This collage stands as a stark reminder of the state of affairs in India over the last 15 days as the nation fights for justice against rape. The answer is clear: a stringent anti-rape law that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days, followed by immediate and harsh punishment. The shocking truth is that the conviction rate for rape cases in India is a dismal 26 per cent. This translates to only 26 convictions out of every 100 reported cases, while 74 offenders escape unpunished."</p>

<p>"If we are to deliver justice to the victims of this appalling crime, it is imperative that we demand a time-bound anti-rape law from our state and union government," he added.</p>

<p>This comes as West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee's government faces severe criticism over the delay in providing justice to the trainee doctor, who was brutally murdered and lost her life earlier this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Banerjee further said that anything else is futile, merely symbolic and ultimately ineffective.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Banerjee's reaction comes as the protesters in Kolkata are on the streets, demanding justice and demonstrating against delayed justice, since the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the protest rages, the West Bengal police have tightened security around the West Bengal state secretariat "Nabanna". The police have further deployed water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area while containers were placed to block the roads.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/massive-police-deployed-ahead-of-students-nabanna-protest-march-in-kolkata-753531"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Massive police deployed ahead of students ‘Nabanna’ protest march in Kolkata</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>What happened on August 9?</strong></h2>

<p>The trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital was found dead in the seminar hall of the hospital on August 9. After a 36-hour long shift, she had gone there to sleep. During that time, she was brutally raped and murdered.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat</strong></p>

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<p>According to her autopsy, 25 internal and external injuries were reported. Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case, was seen in the CCTV footage in the corridor around the time of the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Roy also molested another woman in the city's street before committing the crime at RG Kar Medical Hospital, as per some reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days.

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days. Weeks after the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, Banerjee shared a chart on X, highlighting the cases of rape and atrocities against women in the last 15 days after the RG Kar Hospital incident. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee stated, "This collage stands as a stark reminder of the state of affairs in India over the last 15 days as the nation fights for justice against rape. The answer is clear: a stringent anti-rape law that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days, followed by immediate and harsh punishment. The shocking truth is that the conviction rate for rape cases in India is a dismal 26 per cent. This translates to only 26 convictions out of every 100 reported cases, while 74 offenders escape unpunished." "If we are to deliver justice to the victims of this appalling crime, it is imperative that we demand a time-bound anti-rape law from our state and union government," he added. This comes as West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee's government faces severe criticism over the delay in providing justice to the trainee doctor, who was brutally murdered and lost her life earlier this month. Banerjee further said that anything else is futile, merely symbolic and ultimately ineffective. This collage stands as a STARK REMINDER of the STATE OF AFFAIRS IN INDIA OVER THE LAST 15 DAYS, as the nation fights for JUSTICE AGAINST RAPE. The ANSWER is clear: A stringent ANTI RAPE LAW that ensures TRIALS AND CONVICTIONS WITHIN 50 DAYS, followed by immediate and harsh… pic.twitter.com/QnkaSuIpOr — Abhishek Banerjee (@abhishekaitc) August 27, 2024 × Banerjee's reaction comes as the protesters in Kolkata are on the streets, demanding justice and demonstrating against delayed justice, since the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. As the protest rages, the West Bengal police have tightened security around the West Bengal state secretariat "Nabanna". The police have further deployed water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area while containers were placed to block the roads. Also read: Massive police deployed ahead of students ‘Nabanna’ protest march in Kolkata What happened on August 9? The trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital was found dead in the seminar hall of the hospital on August 9. After a 36-hour long shift, she had gone there to sleep. During that time, she was brutally raped and murdered. Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat × According to her autopsy, 25 internal and external injuries were reported. Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case, was seen in the CCTV footage in the corridor around the time of the incident. Roy also molested another woman in the city's street before committing the crime at RG Kar Medical Hospital, as per some reports. (With inputs from agencies)

Kolkata rape-murder case: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee demands anti-rape law

<p>China has called the&nbsp;United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine,&nbsp;"illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The comment from China comes ahead of White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's arrival in Beijing on Tuesday (Aug 27).</p>

<p>Sullivan is on a three-day visit to China and is scheduled to hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last week, the US imposed sanctions on more than 400 entities and individuals for supporting Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The entities also included Chinese companies that, according to US officials, have helped Moscow in building up its military.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-imposes-new-sanctions-on-400-entities-for-aiding-russian-invasion-of-ukraine-752914"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;US imposes new sanctions on 400 entities for aiding Russian invasion of Ukraine</strong></a></p>

<p>China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, opposed the sanctions at a briefing in Beijing after the latest rounds of meetings with officials from &nbsp;Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa.</p>

<p>"A particular country uses the crisis … to shift blame in an attempt to fabricate the so-called China responsibility theory and threatens countries that have normal economic and trade ties with Russia with illegal and unilateral sanctions," Li said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although Li did not name the US, China's commerce ministry, on Sunday, said that it strongly opposes the sanctions and the foreign ministry has expressed similar opposition to previous curbs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Chinese firms rebrand themselves as American to evade sanctions</strong></p>

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<p>"These words and deeds are totally for their selfish interests and are not based on facts, the international community will never accept them," Li added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US has&nbsp;repeatedly&nbsp;warned China over its support for Russia's defence industrial base and&nbsp;issued many sanctions against it.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


China has called the United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine, "illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts".

China has called the United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine, "illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts". The comment from China comes ahead of White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's arrival in Beijing on Tuesday (Aug 27). Sullivan is on a three-day visit to China and is scheduled to hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Last week, the US imposed sanctions on more than 400 entities and individuals for supporting Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The entities also included Chinese companies that, according to US officials, have helped Moscow in building up its military. Also read: US imposes new sanctions on 400 entities for aiding Russian invasion of Ukraine China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, opposed the sanctions at a briefing in Beijing after the latest rounds of meetings with officials from Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa. "A particular country uses the crisis … to shift blame in an attempt to fabricate the so-called China responsibility theory and threatens countries that have normal economic and trade ties with Russia with illegal and unilateral sanctions," Li said. Although Li did not name the US, China's commerce ministry, on Sunday, said that it strongly opposes the sanctions and the foreign ministry has expressed similar opposition to previous curbs. Watch | Chinese firms rebrand themselves as American to evade sanctions × "These words and deeds are totally for their selfish interests and are not based on facts, the international community will never accept them," Li added. The US has repeatedly warned China over its support for Russia's defence industrial base and issued many sanctions against it. (With inputs from agencies)

'Illegal and unilateral': China on US sanctions over Russia-Ukraine war

<p>One in eight people diagnosed with dementia may actually have liver disease, a study published in the American Journal of Medicine stated. The cognitive symptoms of dementia are similar to those caused by Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE), a condition caused by liver cirrhosis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Consuming alcohol regularly, obesity and viral infection can lead to the disease which further causes scarring on the organ.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Furthermore, the condition can lead to confusion, forgetfulness, slurred speech and shaking as toxins build up in the bloodstream and impact the brain because the liver cannot clean them properly.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Digital Dementia: Are you too showing the symptoms?</strong></p>

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<p>Scientists analysed the medical records from a database of American people, of over 68,000 patients, who were diagnosed with dementia between 2009 and 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The average age was 72 and they analysed each person's records to calculate how likely it was they had undiagnosed HE caused by liver cirrhosis.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How it lead to "cognitive impairment"?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the data, 12.8 per cent of patients in the group, were likely suffering from an undiagnosed case of cirrhosis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Risk factors for potential undiagnosed cirrhosis include alcohol use disorder and viral hepatitis," the scientists said, adding, "In up to 13 per cent of patients with dementia, treatable hepatic encephalopathy might contribute to the cognitive impairment.”</p>

<p>Study author Dr Jasmohan Bajaj from Virginia Commonwealth University, said, “We need to increase awareness that cirrhosis and related brain complications are common, silent, but treatable when found."</p>

<p>“Undiagnosed cirrhosis and potential hepatic encephalopathy can be a treatable cause of or contributor towards cognitive impairment in patients diagnosed with dementia," Dr Bajaj added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What increases the risk of Cirrhosis?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As per the data, having viral hepatitis more than doubles the likelihood of a person having cirrhosis, while alcohol abuse increases the risk by 39 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, while the liver condition and dementia have "symptom overlap", some experts believed that the subtle differences in the conditions would allow a doctor to highlight the difference.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/ai-to-now-help-scientists-create-dementia-risk-tools-by-analysing-brain-scans-753312"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;AI to now help scientists create dementia risk tools by analysing 1.6mn brain scans</strong></a></p>

<p>“Full-blown hepatic encephalopathy looks different to dementia," Dr Rob Howard, professor of old age psychiatry at University College London, told the MailOnline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy fluctuate in a way that Alzheimer’s doesn’t and anyone working in a memory clinic will be familiar with that. No one should be diagnosed with dementia without physical causes for their confusion being excluded.”</p>

<p>Dr Howard added, "Simple tests should always be done and these include a liver function test. But I don’t think it’s credible to say people with dementia have been misdiagnosed, based on this evidence.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


One in eight people diagnosed with dementia may actually have liver disease, a study published in the American Journal of Medicine stated. The cognitive symptoms of dementia are similar to those caused by Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE), a condition caused by liver cirrhosis.

One in eight people diagnosed with dementia may actually have liver disease, a study published in the American Journal of Medicine stated. The cognitive symptoms of dementia are similar to those caused by Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE), a condition caused by liver cirrhosis. Consuming alcohol regularly, obesity and viral infection can lead to the disease which further causes scarring on the organ. Furthermore, the condition can lead to confusion, forgetfulness, slurred speech and shaking as toxins build up in the bloodstream and impact the brain because the liver cannot clean them properly. Watch | Digital Dementia: Are you too showing the symptoms? × Scientists analysed the medical records from a database of American people, of over 68,000 patients, who were diagnosed with dementia between 2009 and 2019. The average age was 72 and they analysed each person's records to calculate how likely it was they had undiagnosed HE caused by liver cirrhosis. How it lead to "cognitive impairment"? According to the data, 12.8 per cent of patients in the group, were likely suffering from an undiagnosed case of cirrhosis. “Risk factors for potential undiagnosed cirrhosis include alcohol use disorder and viral hepatitis," the scientists said, adding, "In up to 13 per cent of patients with dementia, treatable hepatic encephalopathy might contribute to the cognitive impairment.” Study author Dr Jasmohan Bajaj from Virginia Commonwealth University, said, “We need to increase awareness that cirrhosis and related brain complications are common, silent, but treatable when found." “Undiagnosed cirrhosis and potential hepatic encephalopathy can be a treatable cause of or contributor towards cognitive impairment in patients diagnosed with dementia," Dr Bajaj added. What increases the risk of Cirrhosis? As per the data, having viral hepatitis more than doubles the likelihood of a person having cirrhosis, while alcohol abuse increases the risk by 39 per cent. However, while the liver condition and dementia have "symptom overlap", some experts believed that the subtle differences in the conditions would allow a doctor to highlight the difference. Also read: AI to now help scientists create dementia risk tools by analysing 1.6mn brain scans “Full-blown hepatic encephalopathy looks different to dementia," Dr Rob Howard, professor of old age psychiatry at University College London, told the MailOnline. “The symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy fluctuate in a way that Alzheimer’s doesn’t and anyone working in a memory clinic will be familiar with that. No one should be diagnosed with dementia without physical causes for their confusion being excluded.” Dr Howard added, "Simple tests should always be done and these include a liver function test. But I don’t think it’s credible to say people with dementia have been misdiagnosed, based on this evidence.” (With inputs from agencies)

One in 8 dementia cases 'may have liver disease instead'

<p>Ride-hailing platform Uber has been fined 290 million euros ($324 million) in the Netherlands for sending the personal data of European taxi drivers to the United States in violation of EU rules, Dutch data protection watchdog DPA said on Monday.</p>

<p>Uber has stopped the practice, the DPA added.</p>

<p>"This flawed decision and extraordinary fine are completely unjustified," Uber spokesperson Caspar Nixon told Reuters in an email.</p>

<p>"Uber’s cross-border data transfer process was compliant with GDPR during a 3-year period of immense uncertainty between the EU and US," he added, saying the company would appeal and was confident that "common sense will prevail".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/uber-pulls-the-plug-shuts-down-all-operations-across-pakistan-716760"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Uber pulls the plug, shuts down all operations across Pakistan&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<p>The DPA said Uber transferred personal data to the United States and failed to appropriately safeguard the data.</p>

<p>"This constitutes a serious violation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)," it said.</p>

<p>Uber can appeal the decision with the DPA and if unsuccessful can then file a case with the Dutch courts. The appeals process is expected to take some four years and any fines are suspended until all legal recourses have been exhausted, according to the DPA.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Is Uber spying on your battery percentage?</strong></p>

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<p>The investigation was triggered after a French human rights organisation lodged a complaint on behalf of more than 170 taxi drivers in France with the country's data protection authority. However, as Uber has its European headquarters in the Netherlands, it was forwarded to the DPA.</p>

<p>French national data protection regulator CNIL said in a separate statement that it had cooperated with the DPA.</p>

<p>In a related case, the DPA fined Uber 10 million euros ($11 million) in January for infringement of privacy regulations regarding its drivers' personal data.</p>

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Ride-hailing platform Uber has been fined 290 million euros ($324 million) in the Netherlands for sending the personal data of European taxi drivers to the United States in violation of EU rules, Dutch data protection watchdog DPA said on Monday.

Ride-hailing platform Uber has been fined 290 million euros ($324 million) in the Netherlands for sending the personal data of European taxi drivers to the United States in violation of EU rules, Dutch data protection watchdog DPA said on Monday. Uber has stopped the practice, the DPA added. "This flawed decision and extraordinary fine are completely unjustified," Uber spokesperson Caspar Nixon told Reuters in an email. "Uber’s cross-border data transfer process was compliant with GDPR during a 3-year period of immense uncertainty between the EU and US," he added, saying the company would appeal and was confident that "common sense will prevail". Also read: Uber pulls the plug, shuts down all operations across Pakistan The DPA said Uber transferred personal data to the United States and failed to appropriately safeguard the data. "This constitutes a serious violation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)," it said. Uber can appeal the decision with the DPA and if unsuccessful can then file a case with the Dutch courts. The appeals process is expected to take some four years and any fines are suspended until all legal recourses have been exhausted, according to the DPA. Watch | Is Uber spying on your battery percentage? × The investigation was triggered after a French human rights organisation lodged a complaint on behalf of more than 170 taxi drivers in France with the country's data protection authority. However, as Uber has its European headquarters in the Netherlands, it was forwarded to the DPA. French national data protection regulator CNIL said in a separate statement that it had cooperated with the DPA. In a related case, the DPA fined Uber 10 million euros ($11 million) in January for infringement of privacy regulations regarding its drivers' personal data. 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.

Netherlands fines Uber $324 mn for sending drivers'data to US

Dangerous countries to travel globally in 2024 

Yemen, with a GPI score of 3.397, continues to be one of the world's most dangerous countries. The civil conflict which began in 2015 caused diseases, widespread famine, and infrastructure collapse, worsening the situation further.

With a GPI score of 3.327, Sudan remains one of the most hazardous countries in 2024. The country suffers from ongoing conflicts in several of its regions. These conflicts led to the deaths of over 3,000 people and displaced nearly two million people this year.

As the ongoing civil conflicts escalate in South Sudan, the country has been dealing with ethnic violence and political instability, With a GPI score of 3.324, it continues to be one of the most dangerous countries globally.

As the Taliban seized power in 2021, the country has been suffering with constant instability. Afghanistan has a GPI score of 3.294, making it one of the most perilous countries in the world.


The war-torn country has seen a significant decline in safety and stability, majorly after Russia began its invasion in 2022. Ukraine, with a GPI score of 3.28, has witnessed the deaths of over 1,50,000 people till 2024 since Russia initiated the invasion, with millions of people displaced.

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has witnessed one of the deadliest conflicts in African history. With a GPI score of 3.264, the nation has seen violent conflicts for more than four years and still remains dangerous as it remains unstable, threatening millions of lives.

Along with the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, Russia has been suffering with internal challenges too, including organised crime and corruption, environmental concerns, and accidents. With a GPI score of 3.249, Russia remains one of the dangerous nation worldwide. 

Dangerous countries to travel globally in 2024 includes Ukraine Russia Israel

<p>A year after the brutal beating and consequent death of Tyre Nichols in the US, another Memphis, Tennessee, Police Department (MPD) officer pleaded guilty to civil rights violations in the case. Federal prosecutors&nbsp;recommended a 40-year sentence for the police officer, Emmitt Martin, on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emmitt Martin is the second former police officer to plead guilty in the fatal killing of Nichols, leaving three officers facing trial in US federal court next month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Martin has pleaded guilty to civil rights and conspiracy charges arising out of the Jan. 7, 2023, incident, according to a statement by the US Department of Justice. Moreover, the judge had set a deadline, scheduled for Monday, for any plea agreements in the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nichols' mother, Row Vaughn Wells, was also present in the courtroom, and she quietly nodded her head when the judge accepted Martin's change of plea.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-former-memphis-police-officer-pleads-guilty-to-federal-charges-in-tyre-nichols-death-654510"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Former Memphis police officer pleads guilty to federal charges in Tyre Nichols’ death</strong></a></p>

<p>Ben Crump, an attorney for Nichols' family said, "The family is relieved that another officer has admitted their role in these heinous acts that killed Tyre Nichols. This is yet another crucial component to getting accountability."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened with Tyre Nichols?</strong></h2>

<p>Nichols, who died on January 10 last year, was kicked, punched and hit with a police baton after a traffic stop. The officers, in their defence, said they pulled Nichols over because he was driving recklessly, however, Police Chief Cerelyn "CJ" Davis said that no evidence was found to support the allegation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later on January 27, police released a video showing five officers beating Nichols as he yelled for his mother about a block away from the home they shared.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to an autopsy report, Nichols died from blows to the head, adding that the manner of death was homicide. It further described brain injuries, cuts and bruises to the head and other parts of the body.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Another ex-officer pleaded guilty</strong></h2>

<p>In November 2023, former Memphis officer Desmond Mills Jr also pleaded guilty, with prosecutors recommending a 15-year prison sentence for Mills.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, both Mills and Martin could be called to testify against the final three, including Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, who have also been charged with federal civil rights violations and have pleaded not guilty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The remaining three defendants will face a federal trial scheduled for September 9," the US Department of Justice stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Tyre Nichols death: Horrifying video of beating released, President Biden says 'outraged and pained'</strong></p>

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<p>Further, the sentencing hearing is scheduled for December 5, when a federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering US Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.&nbsp;</p>

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A year after the brutal beating and consequent death of Tyre Nichols in the US, another Memphis, Tennessee, Police Department (MPD) officer pleaded guilty to civil rights violations in the case.

A year after the brutal beating and consequent death of Tyre Nichols in the US, another Memphis, Tennessee, Police Department (MPD) officer pleaded guilty to civil rights violations in the case. Federal prosecutors recommended a 40-year sentence for the police officer, Emmitt Martin, on Friday. Emmitt Martin is the second former police officer to plead guilty in the fatal killing of Nichols, leaving three officers facing trial in US federal court next month. Martin has pleaded guilty to civil rights and conspiracy charges arising out of the Jan. 7, 2023, incident, according to a statement by the US Department of Justice. Moreover, the judge had set a deadline, scheduled for Monday, for any plea agreements in the case. Nichols' mother, Row Vaughn Wells, was also present in the courtroom, and she quietly nodded her head when the judge accepted Martin's change of plea. Also read: Former Memphis police officer pleads guilty to federal charges in Tyre Nichols’ death Ben Crump, an attorney for Nichols' family said, "The family is relieved that another officer has admitted their role in these heinous acts that killed Tyre Nichols. This is yet another crucial component to getting accountability." What happened with Tyre Nichols? Nichols, who died on January 10 last year, was kicked, punched and hit with a police baton after a traffic stop. The officers, in their defence, said they pulled Nichols over because he was driving recklessly, however, Police Chief Cerelyn "CJ" Davis said that no evidence was found to support the allegation. Later on January 27, police released a video showing five officers beating Nichols as he yelled for his mother about a block away from the home they shared. According to an autopsy report, Nichols died from blows to the head, adding that the manner of death was homicide. It further described brain injuries, cuts and bruises to the head and other parts of the body. Another ex-officer pleaded guilty In November 2023, former Memphis officer Desmond Mills Jr also pleaded guilty, with prosecutors recommending a 15-year prison sentence for Mills. Moreover, both Mills and Martin could be called to testify against the final three, including Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, who have also been charged with federal civil rights violations and have pleaded not guilty. "The remaining three defendants will face a federal trial scheduled for September 9," the US Department of Justice stated. Watch | Tyre Nichols death: Horrifying video of beating released, President Biden says 'outraged and pained' × Further, the sentencing hearing is scheduled for December 5, when a federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering US Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Another former Memphis officer pleads guilty in killing of Tyre Nichols

<p>Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated&nbsp;negotiations.&nbsp;This marks the first such prisoner swap since Ukraine launched its counter-offensive in Russia in August.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said, "Another 115 of our defenders have returned home today. These are soldiers of the National Guard, the Armed Forces, the Navy, the State Border Guard Service." He also published photographs of men wrapped in Ukrainian flags.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Russian defence ministry said, "As a result of a negotiation process, 115 Russian servicemen taken prisoner in the Kursk region have been returned from territories controlled by the Kyiv regime."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, this will be the seventh such exchange&nbsp;the UAE has mediated since Russia launched&nbsp;its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Abu Dhabi, a close ally of the United States, has maintained friendly relations with Russia amid its war with Ukraine, causing frustration to some Western officials. Meanwhile, it has also strengthened ties with Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to UAE officials, their ability to hold discussions with international actors means that they can effectively mediate between parties and promote cooperation and security.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To date, the UAE has mediated the release of 1788 Russia-Ukraine prisoners, including those who are reportedly scheduled to be released on Saturday.</p>

<h2><strong>At least five killed after&nbsp;Russian attack on Ukraine's&nbsp;Kostyantynivka</strong></h2>

<p>Russia attacked the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostyantynivka, killing five people,&nbsp;Ukraine’s prosecutor general said on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“As a result of this enemy attack five residents - three men and two women - suffered fatal injuries,” the prosecutor said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>Russia wanted to 'destroy' Ukraine</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, in an Independence video, Zelensky said Russia wanted to "destroy" Ukraine but the war has "returned to its home".</p>

<p>On August 6, Ukraine's military launched a surprise attack into Russia's Kursk region, marking the biggest attack inside Russian territory by any international power since the Second World War.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>

<p><em><strong>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</strong></em></p>


Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations. This marks the first such prisoner swap since Ukraine launched its counter-offensive in Russia in August.

Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations. This marks the first such prisoner swap since Ukraine launched its counter-offensive in Russia in August. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said, "Another 115 of our defenders have returned home today. These are soldiers of the National Guard, the Armed Forces, the Navy, the State Border Guard Service." He also published photographs of men wrapped in Ukrainian flags. Meanwhile, the Russian defence ministry said, "As a result of a negotiation process, 115 Russian servicemen taken prisoner in the Kursk region have been returned from territories controlled by the Kyiv regime." Notably, this will be the seventh such exchange the UAE has mediated since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Abu Dhabi, a close ally of the United States, has maintained friendly relations with Russia amid its war with Ukraine, causing frustration to some Western officials. Meanwhile, it has also strengthened ties with Kyiv. According to UAE officials, their ability to hold discussions with international actors means that they can effectively mediate between parties and promote cooperation and security. To date, the UAE has mediated the release of 1788 Russia-Ukraine prisoners, including those who are reportedly scheduled to be released on Saturday. At least five killed after Russian attack on Ukraine's Kostyantynivka Russia attacked the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostyantynivka, killing five people, Ukraine’s prosecutor general said on Saturday. “As a result of this enemy attack five residents - three men and two women - suffered fatal injuries,” the prosecutor said in a statement. Russia wanted to 'destroy' Ukraine Meanwhile, in an Independence video, Zelensky said Russia wanted to "destroy" Ukraine but the war has "returned to its home". On August 6, Ukraine's military launched a surprise attack into Russia's Kursk region, marking the biggest attack inside Russian territory by any international power since the Second World War. (With inputs from agencies) 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

Russia, Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each under UAE-mediated deal amid Kursk offensive

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