<p>Five people, including two children, died in a car crash on the M6 northbound in Cumbria County, North West England, on Wednesday (Oct 16). A Toyota ferrying a man, woman, and two children from Glasgow collided with a Skoda.</p>

<p>The incident took place on the northbound carriageway on Tuesday afternoon, Cumbria constabulary said.</p>

<p>Officers were called to the crash site at 4:04 pm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A man, woman, and two children from Glasgow were travelling in a Toyota and all of them died along with the driver of the&nbsp;Skoda, who was from Cambridgeshire, Cumbria Police said.</p>

<p>A third child, who was in the Toyota, suffered major injuries. The child was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle by air ambulance.</p>

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<p>Police said the motorway was closed from junction 36 to 39 and reopened in the early hours of Tuesday.</p>

<p>Cumbria Police said on Tuesday, "Police are currently responding to a serious collision on the M6. The M6 Northbound is closed from J36 to J39."</p>

<p>Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service said it sent four fire engines from Penrith, Kendal, and Shap and remained on the scene of the crash for several hours.</p>

<p>A force spokesperson said, "The families of those involved are being supported by specially trained officers."</p>

<p>Great North Air Ambulance, the north-west Ambulance Service, and Cumbria fire and Rescue Service were also present at the crash site. Moreover, volunteer doctors who are part of the group Beep Doctors were also there.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police have appealed for anyone with relevant information to contact them online for further help.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The force's statement read, "Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the M6 Northbound past Tebay Services. Officers were called to the incident at 4:04 pm yesterday (Oct 15).</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Five people, including two children, died in a car crash on the M6 northbound in Cumbria County, North West England, on Wednesday (Oct 16). A Toyota ferrying a man, woman, and two children from Glasgow collided with a Skoda.

Five people, including two children, died in a car crash on the M6 northbound in Cumbria County, North West England, on Wednesday (Oct 16). A Toyota ferrying a man, woman, and two children from Glasgow collided with a Skoda. The incident took place on the northbound carriageway on Tuesday afternoon, Cumbria constabulary said. Officers were called to the crash site at 4:04 pm. A man, woman, and two children from Glasgow were travelling in a Toyota and all of them died along with the driver of the Skoda, who was from Cambridgeshire, Cumbria Police said. A third child, who was in the Toyota, suffered major injuries. The child was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle by air ambulance. Also read: One person dead, 23 others rescued following accident at tourist mine in Colorado Police said the motorway was closed from junction 36 to 39 and reopened in the early hours of Tuesday. Cumbria Police said on Tuesday, "Police are currently responding to a serious collision on the M6. The M6 Northbound is closed from J36 to J39." Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service said it sent four fire engines from Penrith, Kendal, and Shap and remained on the scene of the crash for several hours. A force spokesperson said, "The families of those involved are being supported by specially trained officers." Great North Air Ambulance, the north-west Ambulance Service, and Cumbria fire and Rescue Service were also present at the crash site. Moreover, volunteer doctors who are part of the group Beep Doctors were also there. The police have appealed for anyone with relevant information to contact them online for further help. The force's statement read, "Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the M6 Northbound past Tebay Services. Officers were called to the incident at 4:04 pm yesterday (Oct 15). (With inputs from agencies)

UK: Five killed, including two children, in deadly Cumbria car crash

<p>A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Mumbai was diverted to Ahmedabad on Tuesday night (Oct 15) after receiving a bomb threat, which was later found out to be a hoax, an official said on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is notably the 12th such incident in the past two days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The aircraft carrying nearly 200 passengers and crew was safely disembarked, and after a thorough check, no suspicious items were found.</p>

<p>After the flight 6E 651&nbsp;took off from Mumbai, an unidentified person through X (formerly Twitter) claimed that a bomb had been placed in the aircraft, an official from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport said.</p>

<p>The Mumbai ATC then alerted the pilots, following which they decided to make an emergency landing at Ahmedabad airport, which was the closest airport, the official said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After landing here during midnight, the aircraft, carrying nearly 200 passengers and crew, was thoroughly checked by the security agencies overnight. However, nothing suspicious was found. The flight took off for Delhi at around 8 am today morning after getting a green signal from the security personnel," the official said.</p>

<p>IndiGo issued a statement saying that the flight was redirected to Ahmedabad due to a "security-related alert".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The aircraft was isolated, and all passengers were safely disembarked. Ensuring the safety and security of our customers and crew remains paramount in all facets of our operations. We worked closely with the relevant authorities, and standard operating procedures were followed," it said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We sincerely regret any inconvenience this situation may have caused our customers and appreciate their understanding," the airline added.</p>

<h2><strong>Akasa Air flight receives bomb threat, declares emergency</strong></h2>

<p>A Delhi-Bengaluru Akasa Air flight with 184 people returned to the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday (Oct 16) after declaring an emergency following a bomb threat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Akasa Air, in a statement, said that flight QP 1335 was set to land in Delhi around 2 pm.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Bomb Threats Disrupt 7 Indian Flights, Prompt Emergency Landings</strong></p>

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<p>“Akasa Air flight QP 1335, flying from Delhi to Bengaluru on October 16, 2024, and carrying 174 passengers, 3 infants and 7 crew members on board, received a security alert. The Akasa Air Emergency Response teams are monitoring the situation and have advised the pilot to divert the flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi with abundant precaution. The Captain is following all required emergency procedures for a safe landing in Delhi and the estimated time of arrival is approximately 14:00 hrs,” Akasa Air spokesperson said in a statement.</p>

<p>This comes a day after seven flights, including one bound for the US, received bomb threats through a social media handle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, on Tuesday, Air India's Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft en route to Chicago from Delhi was diverted to an airport in Canada after receiving a bomb threat.</p>

<p>Additionally, in the last two days, at least 10 Indian flights have received bomb threats, and after security checks,&nbsp;they were all found to be hoaxes.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Mumbai was diverted to Ahmedabad on Tuesday night (Oct 15) after receiving a bomb threat, which was later found out to be a hoax, an official said on Wednesday.

A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Mumbai was diverted to Ahmedabad on Tuesday night (Oct 15) after receiving a bomb threat, which was later found out to be a hoax, an official said on Wednesday. This is notably the 12th such incident in the past two days. The aircraft carrying nearly 200 passengers and crew was safely disembarked, and after a thorough check, no suspicious items were found. After the flight 6E 651 took off from Mumbai, an unidentified person through X (formerly Twitter) claimed that a bomb had been placed in the aircraft, an official from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport said. The Mumbai ATC then alerted the pilots, following which they decided to make an emergency landing at Ahmedabad airport, which was the closest airport, the official said. "After landing here during midnight, the aircraft, carrying nearly 200 passengers and crew, was thoroughly checked by the security agencies overnight. However, nothing suspicious was found. The flight took off for Delhi at around 8 am today morning after getting a green signal from the security personnel," the official said. IndiGo issued a statement saying that the flight was redirected to Ahmedabad due to a "security-related alert". Also read: Singapore fighter jets escort Air India Express plane after bomb threat "The aircraft was isolated, and all passengers were safely disembarked. Ensuring the safety and security of our customers and crew remains paramount in all facets of our operations. We worked closely with the relevant authorities, and standard operating procedures were followed," it said. "We sincerely regret any inconvenience this situation may have caused our customers and appreciate their understanding," the airline added. Akasa Air flight receives bomb threat, declares emergency A Delhi-Bengaluru Akasa Air flight with 184 people returned to the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday (Oct 16) after declaring an emergency following a bomb threat. Akasa Air, in a statement, said that flight QP 1335 was set to land in Delhi around 2 pm. Watch | Bomb Threats Disrupt 7 Indian Flights, Prompt Emergency Landings × “Akasa Air flight QP 1335, flying from Delhi to Bengaluru on October 16, 2024, and carrying 174 passengers, 3 infants and 7 crew members on board, received a security alert. The Akasa Air Emergency Response teams are monitoring the situation and have advised the pilot to divert the flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi with abundant precaution. The Captain is following all required emergency procedures for a safe landing in Delhi and the estimated time of arrival is approximately 14:00 hrs,” Akasa Air spokesperson said in a statement. This comes a day after seven flights, including one bound for the US, received bomb threats through a social media handle. Moreover, on Tuesday, Air India's Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft en route to Chicago from Delhi was diverted to an airport in Canada after receiving a bomb threat. Additionally, in the last two days, at least 10 Indian flights have received bomb threats, and after security checks, they were all found to be hoaxes. (With inputs from agencies)

IndiGo Mumbai-Delhi flight diverted after hoax bomb threat; marks 12th incident in 2 days

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presented the much-awaited "victory plan" in Ukraine's parliament on Wednesday (Oct 16), comprising five key points, including an invitation to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO).&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, some parts of the plan have yet to be revealed and are available to selected people only. David Arakhamia, the ruling party's parliamentary leader, said the classified parts would be presented to faction leaders.</p>

<p>The proposal comprising five points, included an invitation to join NATO, a defence aspect, deterrence of Russian aggression, economic growth and cooperation, and post-war security architecture.</p>

<p>It further involves three secret agendas that have been shared with international partners.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zelensky, while presenting the plan in the parliament, said, "If the plan is supported, we can end the war no later than next year."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The plan was presented in the presence of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov, and Western diplomats.</p>

<h2><strong>Five-point agendas</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, Ukraine's invitation to join NATO was placed at the top of the list. In 2022, Kyiv submitted its application to join the alliance but has yet to receive their response.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We understand that NATO membership is a matter for the future, not the present," Zelensky said, adding that an invitation offered right away would show Russian President Vladimir Putin the error of "his geopolitical calculations."</p>

<p>"We are a democratic nation that has proven that it can protect our common way of life," he said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-meets-uk-nato-leaders-to-rally-support-for-victory-plan-766357"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Zelensky meets UK, NATO leaders to rally support for 'victory plan'</strong></a></p>

<p>The second part emphasised the need to bring the war to Russian territory. This will further prevent the creation of possible "buffer zones" on Ukrainian territory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It also called to lift restrictions on long-range strikes in Russia, additional supplies of long-range capabilities, and Western support in downing Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The third point highlighted "non-nuclear deterrence". Ukraine is proposing a "comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory" that would safeguard the country against future aggression.</p>

<p>Moreover, the plan&nbsp;has also been explained to the leaders of the United States, Britain, Germany, France, and Italy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the fourth part, Ukraine offered a special agreement on joint investment and use of its natural resources with the European Union and the US. The natural resources include uranium, titanium, and lithium.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Ukrainian President Zelensky Presents ‘Victory Plan’ To European Allies</strong></p>

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<p>It further called for ramping up international sanctions against Russia to undermine its ability to sustain its aggression.</p>

<p>The fifth part&nbsp;reflects the&nbsp;concerns on Ukraine's post-war security architecture. Zelensky said Ukraine&nbsp;boasts a large and experienced military force that can strengthen NATO and the security of the European continent.</p>

<p>"If the partners agree, then after the war, we envisage replacing certain US military contingents stationed in Europe with Ukrainian units," the Ukraine's&nbsp;president&nbsp;told lawmakers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If Putin achieves his insane geopolitical, military, ideological, and economic goals, it will create an overwhelming impression for other potential aggressors, particularly in the Gulf region, the Indo-Pacific region, and Africa, that wars of aggression can be profitable for them as well," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Putin's 'coalition of criminals' includes North Korea: Zelensky</strong></h2>

<p>Zelensky noted that Putin's "coalition of criminals" now includes North Korea, which has provided not only weapons but also personnel for Russian factories and the military.</p>

<p>"This is effectively participation of a second state in the war against Ukraine on Russia's side," the Ukrainian president said, adding that Russia is also being supported by Iran and China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We must implement the victory plan to force Russia to be at the peace summit and ready to end the war."</p>

<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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.</em></strong></p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presented the much-awaited "victory plan" in Ukraine's parliament on Wednesday (Oct 16), comprising five key points, including an invitation to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO).

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presented the much-awaited "victory plan" in Ukraine's parliament on Wednesday (Oct 16), comprising five key points, including an invitation to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). However, some parts of the plan have yet to be revealed and are available to selected people only. David Arakhamia, the ruling party's parliamentary leader, said the classified parts would be presented to faction leaders. The proposal comprising five points, included an invitation to join NATO, a defence aspect, deterrence of Russian aggression, economic growth and cooperation, and post-war security architecture. It further involves three secret agendas that have been shared with international partners. Zelensky, while presenting the plan in the parliament, said, "If the plan is supported, we can end the war no later than next year." The plan was presented in the presence of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov, and Western diplomats. Five-point agendas Notably, Ukraine's invitation to join NATO was placed at the top of the list. In 2022, Kyiv submitted its application to join the alliance but has yet to receive their response. "We understand that NATO membership is a matter for the future, not the present," Zelensky said, adding that an invitation offered right away would show Russian President Vladimir Putin the error of "his geopolitical calculations." "We are a democratic nation that has proven that it can protect our common way of life," he said. Also read: Zelensky meets UK, NATO leaders to rally support for 'victory plan' The second part emphasised the need to bring the war to Russian territory. This will further prevent the creation of possible "buffer zones" on Ukrainian territory. It also called to lift restrictions on long-range strikes in Russia, additional supplies of long-range capabilities, and Western support in downing Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine. The third point highlighted "non-nuclear deterrence". Ukraine is proposing a "comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory" that would safeguard the country against future aggression. Moreover, the plan has also been explained to the leaders of the United States, Britain, Germany, France, and Italy. In the fourth part, Ukraine offered a special agreement on joint investment and use of its natural resources with the European Union and the US. The natural resources include uranium, titanium, and lithium. Watch | Ukrainian President Zelensky Presents ‘Victory Plan’ To European Allies × It further called for ramping up international sanctions against Russia to undermine its ability to sustain its aggression. The fifth part reflects the concerns on Ukraine's post-war security architecture. Zelensky said Ukraine boasts a large and experienced military force that can strengthen NATO and the security of the European continent. "If the partners agree, then after the war, we envisage replacing certain US military contingents stationed in Europe with Ukrainian units," the Ukraine's president told lawmakers. "If Putin achieves his insane geopolitical, military, ideological, and economic goals, it will create an overwhelming impression for other potential aggressors, particularly in the Gulf region, the Indo-Pacific region, and Africa, that wars of aggression can be profitable for them as well," he added. Putin's 'coalition of criminals' includes North Korea: Zelensky Zelensky noted that Putin's "coalition of criminals" now includes North Korea, which has provided not only weapons but also personnel for Russian factories and the military. "This is effectively participation of a second state in the war against Ukraine on Russia's side," the Ukrainian president said, adding that Russia is also being supported by Iran and China. "We must implement the victory plan to force Russia to be at the peace summit and ready to end the war." Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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)

Zelensky presents much-awaited 'victory plan': What's in it? Request to join NATO, and more

<p>German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann switched to Electric Vehicle with sustainability in mind and marked the occasion with Indian customs and rituals as he smashed a coconut and tied 'nimbu-mirchi' (lemon and chillies) in his new car.</p>

<p>The ritual is believed to ward off evil spirits.</p>

<p>Ackermann said that as the pollution in Delhi increases during winters, he switched to EVs to "contribute" to reducing it.</p>

<p>"Germany and India are committed to a mutual partnership, which is called the partnership agreement to sustainable development...In winter time, pollution gets really bad and I felt that we should do a contribution to reducing pollution. I wanted to have an EV and that is why my HQ accepted after a while that we get a new car which is an e-Car and therefore reduces pollution. That was the main aim," he said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/october-2024-is-germany-ka-mahotsov-in-delhi-amb-ackermann-765758"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;October 2024 is 'Germany ka Mahotsav' in Delhi: Ambassador Ackermann</strong></a></p>

<p>Earlier on October 12, Ackermann expressed his happiness over launching the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI) in Delhi and said the organisation would push the free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and Europe.</p>

<p>Talking to ANI, Ackermann said that the launch of FEBI in Delhi is an important step as Europe plays an important role in the Indian business ecosystem.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;German Envoy Ackermann upbeat on Indian Business Climate; Says key Indo-German talks this year</strong></p>

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<p>"It's a great moment. I think FEBI is a very, very interesting network. It is now a network that has over a hundred companies from Europe, and it's an umbrella organization of all the bilateral chambers of commerce. And I think in the time when Europe always plays a more and bigger role in India, it is a very, very interesting and important network. In the near future, we will see FEBI being very active in very many fields, not least also when it comes to the FTA negotiations between India and the EU," the German Ambassador said.</p>

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German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann switched to Electric Vehicle with sustainability in mind and marked the occasion with Indian customs and rituals as he smashed a coconut and tied 'nimbu-mirchi' (lemon and chillies) in his new car.

German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann switched to Electric Vehicle with sustainability in mind and marked the occasion with Indian customs and rituals as he smashed a coconut and tied 'nimbu-mirchi' (lemon and chillies) in his new car. The ritual is believed to ward off evil spirits. Ackermann said that as the pollution in Delhi increases during winters, he switched to EVs to "contribute" to reducing it. "Germany and India are committed to a mutual partnership, which is called the partnership agreement to sustainable development...In winter time, pollution gets really bad and I felt that we should do a contribution to reducing pollution. I wanted to have an EV and that is why my HQ accepted after a while that we get a new car which is an e-Car and therefore reduces pollution. That was the main aim," he said. Also read: October 2024 is 'Germany ka Mahotsav' in Delhi: Ambassador Ackermann Earlier on October 12, Ackermann expressed his happiness over launching the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI) in Delhi and said the organisation would push the free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and Europe. Talking to ANI, Ackermann said that the launch of FEBI in Delhi is an important step as Europe plays an important role in the Indian business ecosystem. Watch | German Envoy Ackermann upbeat on Indian Business Climate; Says key Indo-German talks this year × "It's a great moment. I think FEBI is a very, very interesting network. It is now a network that has over a hundred companies from Europe, and it's an umbrella organization of all the bilateral chambers of commerce. And I think in the time when Europe always plays a more and bigger role in India, it is a very, very interesting and important network. In the near future, we will see FEBI being very active in very many fields, not least also when it comes to the FTA negotiations between India and the EU," the German Ambassador 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.

German envoy performs Indian rituals after buying new EV; ties 'lemon and chillies', smashes coconut

<p>The United Kingdom has planned to use the weight-loss drugs to help unemployed people with obesity get back to work, British Health Minister Wes Streeting said on Tuesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>London has been planning to test US firm Eli Lilly's Mounjaro jab amid the increasing popularity of the diabetes medication Ozempic and Wegovy from Danish pharma giant Novo Nordisk to treat obesity.</p>

<p>Streeting said that obesity was causing people to take an extra four sick days and was placing a huge burden on the state-run health care system.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/obesity-epidemic-on-the-rise-more-than-1-million-afflicted-around-the-world-695365"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Obesity 'epidemic' on the rise, more than 1 billion afflicted around the world: Study</strong></a></p>

<p>"The long-term benefits of these drugs could be monumental in our approach to tackling obesity," Streeting said, referring to new drugs for the treatment of obesity.</p>

<h2><strong>Weight loss jabs 'very important' for unemployed people: UK PM&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that proposals to give weight loss jabs to unemployed people could be "very important" for our economy and health.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK: Semaglutide, the weight-loss drug, to be given out for free to eligible patients</strong></p>

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<p>He further acknowledged that more money was needed for the state-run health care system, also known as the NHS, adding that the government also needed to "think differently" to ease pressure on the health system.</p>

<p>UK PM told the BBC the jabs would be "very helpful" to people who want and need to lose weight.</p>

<p>"(The drug is) very important for our NHS, because, yes we need more money for the NHS, but we've also got to think differently," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He suggested the medicines could be "life changing" for individuals.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The United Kingdom has planned to use the weight-loss drugs to help unemployed people with obesity get back to work, British Health Minister Wes Streeting said on Tuesday.

The United Kingdom has planned to use the weight-loss drugs to help unemployed people with obesity get back to work, British Health Minister Wes Streeting said on Tuesday. London has been planning to test US firm Eli Lilly's Mounjaro jab amid the increasing popularity of the diabetes medication Ozempic and Wegovy from Danish pharma giant Novo Nordisk to treat obesity. Streeting said that obesity was causing people to take an extra four sick days and was placing a huge burden on the state-run health care system. Also read: Obesity 'epidemic' on the rise, more than 1 billion afflicted around the world: Study "The long-term benefits of these drugs could be monumental in our approach to tackling obesity," Streeting said, referring to new drugs for the treatment of obesity. Weight loss jabs 'very important' for unemployed people: UK PM UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that proposals to give weight loss jabs to unemployed people could be "very important" for our economy and health. Watch | UK: Semaglutide, the weight-loss drug, to be given out for free to eligible patients × He further acknowledged that more money was needed for the state-run health care system, also known as the NHS, adding that the government also needed to "think differently" to ease pressure on the health system. UK PM told the BBC the jabs would be "very helpful" to people who want and need to lose weight. "(The drug is) very important for our NHS, because, yes we need more money for the NHS, but we've also got to think differently," he added. He suggested the medicines could be "life changing" for individuals. (With inputs from agencies)

Unemployed people in UK may get weight loss jabs to return to work

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should not forget his country was created as a result of a resolution adopted by the United Nations, French President Emmanuel Macron told cabinet on Tuesday, urging Israel to abide by UN decisions.</p>

<p>Tensions have increased between Netanyahu and Macron with the French leader last week insisting that stopping the export of weapons used by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon was the only way to stop the conflicts.</p>

<p>France has also repeatedly denounced Israeli fire against UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, who include a French contingent.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-macron-hold-phone-call-less-than-24-hours-after-france-calls-for-arms-embargo-on-israel-765019"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Netanyahu speaks to Macron less than 24 hours after France's call for arms embargo on Israel</strong></a></p>

<p>"Mr Netanyahu must not forget that his country was created by a decision of the UN," Macron told the weekly French cabinet meeting, referring to the resolution adopted in November 1947 by the United Nations General Assembly on the plan to partition Palestine into a Jewish state and an Arab state.</p>

<p>"Therefore this is not the time to disregard the decisions of the UN," he added, as Israel wages a ground offensive against the Iran-backed Shiite militant group Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, where the UN peacekeepers are deployed.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;France, Italy And Spain Condemn Targeting Of UNIFIL By IDF</strong></p>

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<p>His comments from the closed-door meeting at the Elysee Palace were quoted by a participant who spoke to AFP and asked not to be named.</p>

<p>UN Security Council Resolution 1701 states that only the Lebanese army and the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL should be deployed in southern Lebanon.</p>

<p>Netanyahu on Sunday called on the UN to move the 10,000-strong peacekeeping force, who include 700 French troops, deployed in south Lebanon out of "harm's way", saying Hezbollah was using them as "human shields".</p>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should not forget his country was created as a result of a resolution adopted by the United Nations, French President Emmanuel Macron told cabinet on Tuesday, urging Israel to abide by UN decisions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should not forget his country was created as a result of a resolution adopted by the United Nations, French President Emmanuel Macron told cabinet on Tuesday, urging Israel to abide by UN decisions. Tensions have increased between Netanyahu and Macron with the French leader last week insisting that stopping the export of weapons used by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon was the only way to stop the conflicts. France has also repeatedly denounced Israeli fire against UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, who include a French contingent. Also read: Netanyahu speaks to Macron less than 24 hours after France's call for arms embargo on Israel "Mr Netanyahu must not forget that his country was created by a decision of the UN," Macron told the weekly French cabinet meeting, referring to the resolution adopted in November 1947 by the United Nations General Assembly on the plan to partition Palestine into a Jewish state and an Arab state. "Therefore this is not the time to disregard the decisions of the UN," he added, as Israel wages a ground offensive against the Iran-backed Shiite militant group Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, where the UN peacekeepers are deployed. Watch | France, Italy And Spain Condemn Targeting Of UNIFIL By IDF × His comments from the closed-door meeting at the Elysee Palace were quoted by a participant who spoke to AFP and asked not to be named. UN Security Council Resolution 1701 states that only the Lebanese army and the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL should be deployed in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu on Sunday called on the UN to move the 10,000-strong peacekeeping force, who include 700 French troops, deployed in south Lebanon out of "harm's way", saying Hezbollah was using them as "human shields". 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.

‘Netanyahu must not forget his country was created by UN decision,’ says French president Macron

<p>Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia.</p>

<p>The investigation began in 2022 after Western countries imposed waves of sanctions on Russia to prevent it from acquiring equipment and technologies for its invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>Police and customs officials impounded the chemical products found in a container in the port of Barcelona, Spanish national police said in a statement.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-make-everyone-shudder-russia-warns-us-for-imposing-sanctions-on-state-funded-rt-news-756135"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Will make everyone shudder': Russia warns US for imposing sanctions on state-funded RT News</strong></a></p>

<p>A police spokeswoman told AFP the four suspects were arrested in the northeastern Catalonia region on October 8 and have appeared before an investigating judge.</p>

<p>Spanish authorities had in initial findings detected a company managed by "citizens of Russian origin" who had developed a network to illegally supply chemical products to Russia, the statement said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Sanctions Struggle To Contain Russian Oil</strong></p>

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<p>The firm sent the goods to its Moscow-based subsidiary through a series of shadow companies in countries such as Armenia or Kyrgyzstan, with the deliveries reaching Russia by land, police added.</p>

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Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia.

Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia. The investigation began in 2022 after Western countries imposed waves of sanctions on Russia to prevent it from acquiring equipment and technologies for its invasion of Ukraine. Police and customs officials impounded the chemical products found in a container in the port of Barcelona, Spanish national police said in a statement. Also read: 'Will make everyone shudder': Russia warns US for imposing sanctions on state-funded RT News A police spokeswoman told AFP the four suspects were arrested in the northeastern Catalonia region on October 8 and have appeared before an investigating judge. Spanish authorities had in initial findings detected a company managed by "citizens of Russian origin" who had developed a network to illegally supply chemical products to Russia, the statement said. Watch | Sanctions Struggle To Contain Russian Oil × The firm sent the goods to its Moscow-based subsidiary through a series of shadow companies in countries such as Armenia or Kyrgyzstan, with the deliveries reaching Russia by land, police added. 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.

Spain busts firm sending chemicals to Russia evading sanctions, arrests four

<p>Iran has increased&nbsp;its cyberattacks on Israel since the start of the war in Gaza. However, Tehran earlier used to focus primarily on the United States before the conflict, a report by Microsoft stated on Tuesday (Oct 15).</p>

<p>“Following the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war, Iran surged its cyber, influence, and cyber-enabled influence operations against Israel,” Microsoft said in an annual report.</p>

<p>The report stressed that from the start of the war on October 7 to July 2024, nearly half of the Iranian operations targeted Israeli companies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“From October 7, 2023, to July 2024, nearly half of the Iranian operations Microsoft observed targeted Israeli companies,” the Microsoft Digital Defense Report stated.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Digital warfare becomes new battlefront enabling rise in cyber influenced operations | WION</strong></p>

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<p>However, from July to October 2023, only 10 per cent of Iranian cyberattacks targeted Israel, while 35 per cent aimed at American&nbsp;entities and 20 per cent at the United Arab Emirates, according to the report.</p>

<p>With the aim of destabilising Israel, Iran has launched numerous social media operations since the war in Gaza began.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Within two days of Hamas’ attack on Israel, Iran stood up several new influence operations,” Microsoft said.</p>

<p>According to the report, an account called "Tears of War" impersonated Israeli activists critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of a crisis over scores of hostages taken by Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, an account called “KarMa,” created by an Iranian intelligence unit, claimed to represent Israelis calling for Netanyahu’s resignation.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-power-firm-denies-cyberattack-claims-after-reports-of-major-blackout-673557"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israeli power firm denies cyberattack claims after reports of major blackout</strong></a></p>

<p>Microsoft added that Tehran also began impersonating partners after the war started.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Iranian services created a Telegram account, using the logo of the Hamas military wing to spread false messages related to the hostages in Gaza and threaten Israelis. Microsoft stated that it was unclear whether Iran acted with Hamas’ consent or not.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Iranian groups also expanded their cyber-enabled influence operations beyond Israel, with a focus on undermining international political, military, and economic support for Israel’s military operations,” the report said.</p>

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Iran has increased its cyberattacks on Israel since the start of the war in Gaza. However, Tehran earlier used to focus primarily on the United States before the conflict, a report by Microsoft stated on Tuesday (Oct 15).

Iran has increased its cyberattacks on Israel since the start of the war in Gaza. However, Tehran earlier used to focus primarily on the United States before the conflict, a report by Microsoft stated on Tuesday (Oct 15). “Following the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war, Iran surged its cyber, influence, and cyber-enabled influence operations against Israel,” Microsoft said in an annual report. The report stressed that from the start of the war on October 7 to July 2024, nearly half of the Iranian operations targeted Israeli companies. “From October 7, 2023, to July 2024, nearly half of the Iranian operations Microsoft observed targeted Israeli companies,” the Microsoft Digital Defense Report stated. Watch | Digital warfare becomes new battlefront enabling rise in cyber influenced operations | WION × However, from July to October 2023, only 10 per cent of Iranian cyberattacks targeted Israel, while 35 per cent aimed at American entities and 20 per cent at the United Arab Emirates, according to the report. With the aim of destabilising Israel, Iran has launched numerous social media operations since the war in Gaza began. “Within two days of Hamas’ attack on Israel, Iran stood up several new influence operations,” Microsoft said. According to the report, an account called "Tears of War" impersonated Israeli activists critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of a crisis over scores of hostages taken by Hamas. Moreover, an account called “KarMa,” created by an Iranian intelligence unit, claimed to represent Israelis calling for Netanyahu’s resignation. Also read: Israeli power firm denies cyberattack claims after reports of major blackout Microsoft added that Tehran also began impersonating partners after the war started. Notably, Iranian services created a Telegram account, using the logo of the Hamas military wing to spread false messages related to the hostages in Gaza and threaten Israelis. Microsoft stated that it was unclear whether Iran acted with Hamas’ consent or not. “Iranian groups also expanded their cyber-enabled influence operations beyond Israel, with a focus on undermining international political, military, and economic support for Israel’s military operations,” the report said. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran increased cyberattacks on Israel after Gaza war broke out: Report

<p>Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday (Oct 15) dismissed claims made by Congress after losing in&nbsp;Assembly elections in the Indian state of Haryana, alleging that the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) could be tampered with like pagers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The CEC said that the battery of an EVM is like a calculator battery, adding that the machines are safe and robust.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kumar also&nbsp;asked how much more transparent can one be, noting that the machines are safe.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Congress alleges EVM tampering</strong></h2>

<p>After the Haryana polls were concluded, Congress alleged tampering of EVMs for some seats where machines with varying battery strength gave out different results.</p>

<p>"It (EVM) has a single-use battery which can be used for 5-7 days. It's like a calculator battery. We have made a provision. It is initially marked as 99 per cent and charged. It can differ based on the difference of voltage. When it drops to 5.8 per cent, it gives a signal that it is about to die," Kumar said, adding that the system is foolproof.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He stressed that the batteries are put on the day the EVMs are commissioned and not before. The EVMs are not connected, hence they can't be hacked into, he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-election-commission-to-announce-schedule-for-maharashtra-and-jharkhand-assembly-polls-today-767487"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India's Election Commission to announce schedule for Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls today</strong></a></p>

<p>"I have explained it many times. It will take time but let me explain again. Before 5-6 months of polls, checking begins. At every step of the EVM process, political parties or their agents are present. We put in a new battery and after sealing there are signatures of the agent. There's a three-layer of security including CAPF and observers. The process is videographed. The EVM numbers are also shared. When polls are over, even then we take signatures. How much more can we show? On counting day, it goes inside barricading. There's a provision for objecting to any of this at any stage which has not happened," Kumar said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further highlighted that the different results in the past 15-20 elections do not imply faults with the machines but rather reflect the voters' choices.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Election Commission Of India Announces Dates For Maharashtra and Jharkhand Polls</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Poll schedule for Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections</strong></h2>

<p>Maharashtra is scheduled to go to polls on November 20 with over 96.3 million voters to cast votes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, over 26 million voters will be voting in the Jharkhand elections, where polls will be held in two phases, on November 13 and 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The counting of votes will be held on November 23.&nbsp;</p>

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Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday (Oct 15) dismissed claims made by Congress after losing in Assembly elections in the Indian state of Haryana, alleging that the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) could be tampered with like pagers.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday (Oct 15) dismissed claims made by Congress after losing in Assembly elections in the Indian state of Haryana, alleging that the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) could be tampered with like pagers. The CEC said that the battery of an EVM is like a calculator battery, adding that the machines are safe and robust. Kumar also asked how much more transparent can one be, noting that the machines are safe. Congress alleges EVM tampering After the Haryana polls were concluded, Congress alleged tampering of EVMs for some seats where machines with varying battery strength gave out different results. "It (EVM) has a single-use battery which can be used for 5-7 days. It's like a calculator battery. We have made a provision. It is initially marked as 99 per cent and charged. It can differ based on the difference of voltage. When it drops to 5.8 per cent, it gives a signal that it is about to die," Kumar said, adding that the system is foolproof. He stressed that the batteries are put on the day the EVMs are commissioned and not before. The EVMs are not connected, hence they can't be hacked into, he added. Also read: India's Election Commission to announce schedule for Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls today "I have explained it many times. It will take time but let me explain again. Before 5-6 months of polls, checking begins. At every step of the EVM process, political parties or their agents are present. We put in a new battery and after sealing there are signatures of the agent. There's a three-layer of security including CAPF and observers. The process is videographed. The EVM numbers are also shared. When polls are over, even then we take signatures. How much more can we show? On counting day, it goes inside barricading. There's a provision for objecting to any of this at any stage which has not happened," Kumar said. He further highlighted that the different results in the past 15-20 elections do not imply faults with the machines but rather reflect the voters' choices. Watch | Election Commission Of India Announces Dates For Maharashtra and Jharkhand Polls × Poll schedule for Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections Maharashtra is scheduled to go to polls on November 20 with over 96.3 million voters to cast votes. Meanwhile, over 26 million voters will be voting in the Jharkhand elections, where polls will be held in two phases, on November 13 and 20. The counting of votes will be held on November 23. (With inputs from agencies)

Poll body ECI dismisses Congress claims of EVM tampering in Haryana elections, says 'can't be hacked'

<p>The Kremlin on Tuesday (Oct 15) accused Western countries of&nbsp;"blatant attempts" to sway&nbsp;the election campaign in the Caucasus country of Georgia. Russia&nbsp;accused the West of influencing the country's parliamentary elections which are set to be held later this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "We see blatant attempts by Western countries to exert pressure on the current Georgian authorities and to exert direct, unveiled influence on the electoral campaign."</p>

<p>"We do not interfere in the internal affairs of Georgia in any way, and we have no plans to do so," he stressed.</p>

<p>"Georgia is our neighbor. You know all our complications in bilateral relations, which at the same time do not hinder the development of humanitarian ties through the line of societies, peoples of two countries," Peskov added. &nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/western-allies-denounce-georgia-foreign-influence-law-721894"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Western allies denounce Georgia 'foreign influence' law</strong></a></p>

<p>The Caucasus country formally became a candidate to join the European Union last year, however, Brussels has since warned that Georgia is drifting away from its stated ambition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In June, the European Parliament declared the accession process "de facto" and halted it.</p>

<h2><strong>Russian spy agency accuses US of plotting unrest ahead of Georgia polls&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in September, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) accused the United States&nbsp;of weaponising European election observers to discredit Georgia's elections and trigger pro-Western street demonstrations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The US State Department intends to use a new tool to interfere in Georgia’s parliamentary elections on Oct. 26 in order to prevent the victory of Georgian Dream,” the SVR said in a statement last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They further claimed that the American&nbsp;authorities were conspiring with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe’s (OSCE) democratic institutions division ODIHR to declare Georgia’s upcoming elections unfree and unfair.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The Kremlin on Tuesday (Oct 15) accused Western countries of "blatant attempts" to sway the election campaign in the Caucasus country of Georgia. Russia accused the West of influencing the country's parliamentary elections which are set to be held later this month.

The Kremlin on Tuesday (Oct 15) accused Western countries of "blatant attempts" to sway the election campaign in the Caucasus country of Georgia. Russia accused the West of influencing the country's parliamentary elections which are set to be held later this month. Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "We see blatant attempts by Western countries to exert pressure on the current Georgian authorities and to exert direct, unveiled influence on the electoral campaign." "We do not interfere in the internal affairs of Georgia in any way, and we have no plans to do so," he stressed. "Georgia is our neighbor. You know all our complications in bilateral relations, which at the same time do not hinder the development of humanitarian ties through the line of societies, peoples of two countries," Peskov added. Also read: Western allies denounce Georgia 'foreign influence' law The Caucasus country formally became a candidate to join the European Union last year, however, Brussels has since warned that Georgia is drifting away from its stated ambition. In June, the European Parliament declared the accession process "de facto" and halted it. Russian spy agency accuses US of plotting unrest ahead of Georgia polls Earlier in September, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) accused the United States of weaponising European election observers to discredit Georgia's elections and trigger pro-Western street demonstrations. “The US State Department intends to use a new tool to interfere in Georgia’s parliamentary elections on Oct. 26 in order to prevent the victory of Georgian Dream,” the SVR said in a statement last month. They further claimed that the American authorities were conspiring with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe’s (OSCE) democratic institutions division ODIHR to declare Georgia’s upcoming elections unfree and unfair. (With inputs from agencies)

Kremlin accuses West of swaying Georgia election campaign by 'blatant attempts'

<p>An Air India flight, travelling from New Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Canada's Iqaluit International Airport (CYFB) after the flight received a bomb threat on Tuesday&nbsp;(Oct 15) afternoon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Flight AI 127 was forced to divert mid-route after a bomb threat was sent&nbsp;to the air carrier via social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, this is the second bomb threat reported on Tuesday, making five such incidents of bomb threats on flights in the past two days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Air India Express issued a statement, saying, several operators have been targeted by threats from an unverified social media account.</p>

<p>"Flight Al127 operating from Delhi to Chicago on October 15, 2024, was the subject of a security threat posted online and, as a precautionary measure, has landed at Iqaluit Airport in Canada," the airline said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/threats-posted-on-social-media-allegedly-from-pakistan-tighten-security-check-at-delhi-mumbai-airport-767396"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Security hiked at Delhi, Mumbai airports over threats posted on social media from Pakistan</strong></a></p>

<p>An investigation into the incident is underway and all passengers on the flight&nbsp;are said to be safe. &nbsp;"Air India has activated agencies at the airport to assist the passengers until such time that their journey can resume."</p>

<p>It further said, "Air India notes that it, and other local airlines, have been subject to a number of threats in recent days. Though all have subsequently been found to be hoaxes, as a responsible airline operator all threats are taken seriously."</p>

<p>"The inconvenience to customers is sincerely regretted. Air India is extending all cooperation to authorities in identifying the perpetrators of such threats to ensure that they are held accountable for the disruption and inconvenience caused to passengers, and will consider legal action against those responsible to recover damages incurred by the airline,” it added.</p>

<h2><strong>Ayodhya to Bengaluru flight delayed&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier on Tuesday, an Air India Express flight from Ayodhya,&nbsp;Uttar Pradesh to Bengaluru,&nbsp;Karnataka was delayed after it received a bomb threat. The plane carrying 132 passengers, was coming from Jaipur.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was further scheduled to go to Bengaluru after a brief halt in Ayodhya, according to the officials.</p>

<p>Ayodhya airport director Vinod Kumar said the plane came from Jaipur, adding that there was an emergency situation at the airport.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India: Air India Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing In Trichy After Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure</strong></p>

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An Air India flight, travelling from New Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Canada's Iqaluit International Airport (CYFB) after the flight received a bomb threat on Tuesday (Oct 15) afternoon.

An Air India flight, travelling from New Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Canada's Iqaluit International Airport (CYFB) after the flight received a bomb threat on Tuesday (Oct 15) afternoon. Flight AI 127 was forced to divert mid-route after a bomb threat was sent to the air carrier via social media. Notably, this is the second bomb threat reported on Tuesday, making five such incidents of bomb threats on flights in the past two days. Air India Express issued a statement, saying, several operators have been targeted by threats from an unverified social media account. "Flight Al127 operating from Delhi to Chicago on October 15, 2024, was the subject of a security threat posted online and, as a precautionary measure, has landed at Iqaluit Airport in Canada," the airline said. Also read: Security hiked at Delhi, Mumbai airports over threats posted on social media from Pakistan An investigation into the incident is underway and all passengers on the flight are said to be safe. "Air India has activated agencies at the airport to assist the passengers until such time that their journey can resume." It further said, "Air India notes that it, and other local airlines, have been subject to a number of threats in recent days. Though all have subsequently been found to be hoaxes, as a responsible airline operator all threats are taken seriously." "The inconvenience to customers is sincerely regretted. Air India is extending all cooperation to authorities in identifying the perpetrators of such threats to ensure that they are held accountable for the disruption and inconvenience caused to passengers, and will consider legal action against those responsible to recover damages incurred by the airline,” it added. Ayodhya to Bengaluru flight delayed Earlier on Tuesday, an Air India Express flight from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh to Bengaluru, Karnataka was delayed after it received a bomb threat. The plane carrying 132 passengers, was coming from Jaipur. It was further scheduled to go to Bengaluru after a brief halt in Ayodhya, according to the officials. Ayodhya airport director Vinod Kumar said the plane came from Jaipur, adding that there was an emergency situation at the airport. Watch | India: Air India Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing In Trichy After Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure × (With inputs from agencies)

Air India's Delhi-Chicago flight receives bomb threat, second in a day; flight diverted to Canada

<p>The Supreme Court said on Tuesday (Oct 15)&nbsp;during a hearing in the Kolkata rape and murder case of a trainee female doctor at RG Kar Hospital and College&nbsp;that the report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) indicated that it&nbsp;is&nbsp;probing the role of "others" involved in the case.</p>

<p>In its fifth status report, the CBI indicated that the agency is probing the role of "others" in the case.</p>

<p>Solicitor General Tushar Mehta appeared on behalf of the CBI and submitted the latest status report to the bench, comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra.</p>

<p>The apex court directed the West Bengal government to inform about steps being taken so that civic volunteers are not posted in hospitals, police stations, and schools after the CBI named Sanjay Roy as prime accused in the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court asked the state government to provide details of the recruitment process of civic volunteers, as the prime accused, Sanjay Roy, is also a volunteer.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-doctor-rape-murder-case-third-medic-hospitalised-as-fast-unto-death-protest-continues-766942"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Third medic hospitalised as 'fast-unto-death' protest continues</strong></a></p>

<p>Sanjay Roy was arrested by Kolkata Police on August 10.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is a nice process of conferring political patronage on unverified persons," the Supreme Court said, while seeking an affidavit in three weeks.</p>

<p>The government has recruited over 1,500 civic volunteers under its 'Ratire Sathi' scheme. The bench asked the West Bengal government not to post these persons in hospitals, police stations, and schools till further notice.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;RG Kar Protest: Junior Doctors Hospitalised, Rest Continue 'Fast-Unto-Death' | WION Originals</strong></p>

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<p><strong>12-hour nationwide hunger strike&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The Indian Medical Association declared a 12-hour nationwide hunger strike on Tuesday to express their solidarity with the protesting junior doctors.</p>

<p>Further, the court said that the National Task Force meetings should be held periodically and directed it to formulate recommendations on the safety of Kolkata doctors within three weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chief Justice recorded&nbsp;in the order that “no substantial progress” has been made by the NTF. He further instructed the Centre to ensure that proactive steps are taken so that the NTF is able to complete its work within a reasonable time.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Supreme Court said on Tuesday (Oct 15) during a hearing in the Kolkata rape and murder case of a trainee female doctor at RG Kar Hospital and College that the report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) indicated that it is probing the role of "others" involved in the case.

The Supreme Court said on Tuesday (Oct 15) during a hearing in the Kolkata rape and murder case of a trainee female doctor at RG Kar Hospital and College that the report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) indicated that it is probing the role of "others" involved in the case. In its fifth status report, the CBI indicated that the agency is probing the role of "others" in the case. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta appeared on behalf of the CBI and submitted the latest status report to the bench, comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra. The apex court directed the West Bengal government to inform about steps being taken so that civic volunteers are not posted in hospitals, police stations, and schools after the CBI named Sanjay Roy as prime accused in the case. The court asked the state government to provide details of the recruitment process of civic volunteers, as the prime accused, Sanjay Roy, is also a volunteer. Also read: Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Third medic hospitalised as 'fast-unto-death' protest continues Sanjay Roy was arrested by Kolkata Police on August 10. "It is a nice process of conferring political patronage on unverified persons," the Supreme Court said, while seeking an affidavit in three weeks. The government has recruited over 1,500 civic volunteers under its 'Ratire Sathi' scheme. The bench asked the West Bengal government not to post these persons in hospitals, police stations, and schools till further notice. Watch | RG Kar Protest: Junior Doctors Hospitalised, Rest Continue 'Fast-Unto-Death' | WION Originals × 12-hour nationwide hunger strike The Indian Medical Association declared a 12-hour nationwide hunger strike on Tuesday to express their solidarity with the protesting junior doctors. Further, the court said that the National Task Force meetings should be held periodically and directed it to formulate recommendations on the safety of Kolkata doctors within three weeks. The Chief Justice recorded in the order that “no substantial progress” has been made by the NTF. He further instructed the Centre to ensure that proactive steps are taken so that the NTF is able to complete its work within a reasonable time. (With inputs from agencies)

CBI probing 'role of others' in Kolkata rape and murder case, SC told

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