<p>In the south of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka heaved a sigh of respite after the World Bank approved $700 million in budgetary and welfare support for the island nation.&nbsp;The biggest funding tranche for the crisis-hit nation comes months after India extended a $1 billion credit line to the crisis-hit nation in a region where Pakistan is also struggling to secure $1 billion in IMF funding before June 30.</p>

<p>For Sri Lanka, the current relief comes after an International Monetary Fund (IMF) deal for nearly $3 billion in bailout in March.</p>

<p>About $500 million of the funds will be allocated for budgetary support while the remaining $200 million will be for welfare support earmarked for those worst hit by the crisis.</p>

<p>"Through a phased approach, the World Bank Group strategy focuses on early economic stabilisation, structural reforms, and protection of the poor and vulnerable," the World Bank's country director for Sri Lanka, Faris Hadad-Zervos, said in an official statement.</p>

<p>"If sustained, these reforms can put the country back on the path towards a green, resilient and inclusive development," Zervos said.</p>

<h2><strong>Sri Lanka's economic crisis</strong></h2>

<p>The island nation in India's south is currently struggling with the worst financial crisis since its independence from Britain in 1948. The country's foreign exchange hit record lows and triggered its first foreign debt default last year, followed by mass protests against the then ruling president.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Sri Lanka battles its worst economic crisis in 70 years</strong></p>

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<p>The IMF approved a bailout of nearly $3 billion in March. Sri Lanka expects that IMF's assistance will bring additional funding of up to $4 billion from the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank and other multilateral agencies.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka will reportedly release a domestic debt restructuring programme this week to push forward reworking its debt with bondholders and bilateral creditors including China, Japan and India.</p>

<h2><strong>Sri Lanka's economic recovery: India's role in spotlight too</strong></h2>

<p>As part of $4 billion in emergency assistance, India has extended a $1 billion&nbsp;credit line for Sri Lanka by one year until 2024.</p>

<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/india-steps-up-rupees-internationalisation-for-sri-lankas-economic-recovery-589593">India steps up rupee's internationalisation for Sri Lanka's economic recovery</a></strong></p>

<p>Sri Lanka owes $7.1 billion&nbsp;to bilateral creditors, according to the government data. The country owes $3 billion&nbsp;to China, $2.4 billion to the Paris Club and $1.6 billion&nbsp;to India.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India and Sri Lanka have also stepped up their talks to proceed with trade in Indian Rupee as New Delhi and Colombo look set to expand their bilateral cooperation in "power and energy sector as well as aspects relating to Rupee trade".</p>

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In the south of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka heaved a sigh of respite after the World Bank approved $700 million in budgetary and welfare support for the island nation.

In the south of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka heaved a sigh of respite after the World Bank approved $700 million in budgetary and welfare support for the island nation. The biggest funding tranche for the crisis-hit nation comes months after India extended a $1 billion credit line to the crisis-hit nation in a region where Pakistan is also struggling to secure $1 billion in IMF funding before June 30. For Sri Lanka, the current relief comes after an International Monetary Fund (IMF) deal for nearly $3 billion in bailout in March. About $500 million of the funds will be allocated for budgetary support while the remaining $200 million will be for welfare support earmarked for those worst hit by the crisis. "Through a phased approach, the World Bank Group strategy focuses on early economic stabilisation, structural reforms, and protection of the poor and vulnerable," the World Bank's country director for Sri Lanka, Faris Hadad-Zervos, said in an official statement. "If sustained, these reforms can put the country back on the path towards a green, resilient and inclusive development," Zervos said. Sri Lanka's economic crisis The island nation in India's south is currently struggling with the worst financial crisis since its independence from Britain in 1948. The country's foreign exchange hit record lows and triggered its first foreign debt default last year, followed by mass protests against the then ruling president. Also watch | Sri Lanka battles its worst economic crisis in 70 years × The IMF approved a bailout of nearly $3 billion in March. Sri Lanka expects that IMF's assistance will bring additional funding of up to $4 billion from the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank and other multilateral agencies. Sri Lanka will reportedly release a domestic debt restructuring programme this week to push forward reworking its debt with bondholders and bilateral creditors including China, Japan and India. Sri Lanka's economic recovery: India's role in spotlight too As part of $4 billion in emergency assistance, India has extended a $1 billion credit line for Sri Lanka by one year until 2024. Also read | India steps up rupee's internationalisation for Sri Lanka's economic recovery Sri Lanka owes $7.1 billion to bilateral creditors, according to the government data. The country owes $3 billion to China, $2.4 billion to the Paris Club and $1.6 billion to India. Meanwhile, India and Sri Lanka have also stepped up their talks to proceed with trade in Indian Rupee as New Delhi and Colombo look set to expand their bilateral cooperation in "power and energy sector as well as aspects relating to Rupee trade". WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>China is on track to double its energy capacity and generate 1,200 gigawatts of power through wind and solar sources by 2025,&nbsp;according to a report by Global Energy Monitor, a San Francisco-based NGO that monitors renewable energy projects,</p>

<p>The world's second largest economy is thus poised to surpass its 2030 target five years ahead of schedule.</p>

<p>The report highlights that China currently has a utility-scale solar capacity of 228 gigawatts, which exceeds the combined capacity of the rest of the world. The majority of these installations are concentrated in the northern and northwestern provinces of Shanxi, Xinjiang, and Hebei.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Human cost of China's green energy rush</strong></p>

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<p>Furthermore, the report identifies ongoing construction of solar farms that could add an additional 379 gigawatts of capacity, surpassing the combined capacity of the United States and Europe.</p>

<h2><strong>China's renewable energy push: Focus on wind power too</strong></h2>

<p>China has also made significant progress in wind power, with a combined onshore and offshore capacity more than&nbsp;310 gigawatts, the report found.</p>

<p>This is double what it was in 2017 and equivalent to the combined capacity of the next top seven countries.<br />
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With upcoming projects in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, Gansu, and coastal regions, China is expected to add another 371 gigawatts by 2025, effectively increasing the global wind power fleet by almost 50 per cent.</p>

<h2><strong>China's green energy push</strong></h2>

<p>China's push for green energy is part of its commitment to dual carbon goals established in 2020.</p>

<p>As the world's second-largest economy and the largest emitter of greenhouse gases, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has pledged&nbsp;to achieve peak CO2 emissions before 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060.</p>

<h2><strong>Climate Change challenge</strong></h2>

<p>Heatwaves and droughts in recent years have disrupted China's hydropower stations, leading to power shortages that affected industrial operations.</p>

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<p>"While China is making progress, it needs to make bolder advancements in energy storage and green technologies to ensure a secure energy future, especially with coal still dominating as the primary power source,"&nbsp;Martin Weil, a researcher at Global Energy Monitor and a report author, was quoted as saying by The Guardian.</p>

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China is on track to double its energy capacity and generate 1,200 gigawatts of power through wind and solar sources by 2025, according to a report by Global Energy Monitor, a San Francisco-based NGO that monitors renewable energy projects, The world's second largest economy is thus poised to surpass its 2030 target five years ahead of schedule.

China is on track to double its energy capacity and generate 1,200 gigawatts of power through wind and solar sources by 2025, according to a report by Global Energy Monitor, a San Francisco-based NGO that monitors renewable energy projects, The world's second largest economy is thus poised to surpass its 2030 target five years ahead of schedule. The report highlights that China currently has a utility-scale solar capacity of 228 gigawatts, which exceeds the combined capacity of the rest of the world. The majority of these installations are concentrated in the northern and northwestern provinces of Shanxi, Xinjiang, and Hebei. Also watch | Human cost of China's green energy rush × Furthermore, the report identifies ongoing construction of solar farms that could add an additional 379 gigawatts of capacity, surpassing the combined capacity of the United States and Europe. China's renewable energy push: Focus on wind power too China has also made significant progress in wind power, with a combined onshore and offshore capacity more than 310 gigawatts, the report found. This is double what it was in 2017 and equivalent to the combined capacity of the next top seven countries. With upcoming projects in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, Gansu, and coastal regions, China is expected to add another 371 gigawatts by 2025, effectively increasing the global wind power fleet by almost 50 per cent. China's green energy push China's push for green energy is part of its commitment to dual carbon goals established in 2020. As the world's second-largest economy and the largest emitter of greenhouse gases, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has pledged to achieve peak CO2 emissions before 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060. Climate Change challenge Heatwaves and droughts in recent years have disrupted China's hydropower stations, leading to power shortages that affected industrial operations. Also read | Three months into 2023, China approves record coal burning plants despite pledge to reduce emissions "While China is making progress, it needs to make bolder advancements in energy storage and green technologies to ensure a secure energy future, especially with coal still dominating as the primary power source," Martin Weil, a researcher at Global Energy Monitor and a report author, was quoted as saying by The Guardian. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Xi Jinping's green energy push gives China top renewable energy dividends

<p>US President Joe Biden, 80, suffers from sleep apnea and uses a CPAP or Continuous Airway Pressure Machine (CAPM) to treat the same, it has been revealed. The sitting US president, the commander-in-chief of the world's most powerful military, recently left the White House with noticeable marks on his face stoking questions on how fit he is to lead the United States.</p>

<p>"Since 2008, the president has disclosed his history with sleep apnea in thorough medical reports. He used a CPAP machine last night, which is common for people with that history," White House spokesperson Andrew Bates said.</p>

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<p>Joe Biden is the oldest person to serve as the US President. He is currently seeking a second, four-year term in the 2024 presidential election despite his age becoming an issue of prominent concern among his own Democratic Party members.</p>

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<p>Joe Biden’s approval rating stands at 43 per cent in the latest NBC News national poll. This is not enough to translate into a re-election win. However, another 10 per cent of registered voters say they only "somewhat disapprove" of Biden’s performance. And in a hypothetical rematch with Trump, half of those voters say they would support Biden, while 39 per cent say they would back Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is sleep apnea?</strong></h2>

<p>Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that causes brief interruptions of breathing during sleep which can result in snoring, daytime fatigue and high blood pressure. Due to sleep apnea, throat muscles relax following which the flow of air into the lungs is blocked.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If left untreated, it can cause forgetfulness, fatigue and sleepiness, even leading to cardiovascular disease because of the significant strain put on the heart.</p>

<h2><strong>What is a CPAP machine?</strong></h2>

<p>A CPAP or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine is a medical device that delivers a continuous flow of pressurised air to the airways, which thereby prevents them from collapsing.</p>

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US President Joe Biden, 80, suffers from sleep apnea and uses a CPAP or Continuous Airway Pressure Machine (CAPM) to treat the same, it has been revealed. The sitting US president, the commander-in-chief of the world's most powerful military, recently left the White House with noticeable marks on his face stoking questions on how fit he is to lead the United States.

US President Joe Biden, 80, suffers from sleep apnea and uses a CPAP or Continuous Airway Pressure Machine (CAPM) to treat the same, it has been revealed. The sitting US president, the commander-in-chief of the world's most powerful military, recently left the White House with noticeable marks on his face stoking questions on how fit he is to lead the United States. "Since 2008, the president has disclosed his history with sleep apnea in thorough medical reports. He used a CPAP machine last night, which is common for people with that history," White House spokesperson Andrew Bates said. Also read | 10 reasons you are unable to sleep Joe Biden is the oldest person to serve as the US President. He is currently seeking a second, four-year term in the 2024 presidential election despite his age becoming an issue of prominent concern among his own Democratic Party members. Also watch | Gravitas: Biden family knee-deep in corruption? × Joe Biden’s approval rating stands at 43 per cent in the latest NBC News national poll. This is not enough to translate into a re-election win. However, another 10 per cent of registered voters say they only "somewhat disapprove" of Biden’s performance. And in a hypothetical rematch with Trump, half of those voters say they would support Biden, while 39 per cent say they would back Donald Trump. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that causes brief interruptions of breathing during sleep which can result in snoring, daytime fatigue and high blood pressure. Due to sleep apnea, throat muscles relax following which the flow of air into the lungs is blocked. If left untreated, it can cause forgetfulness, fatigue and sleepiness, even leading to cardiovascular disease because of the significant strain put on the heart. What is a CPAP machine? A CPAP or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine is a medical device that delivers a continuous flow of pressurised air to the airways, which thereby prevents them from collapsing. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>In a major snub to Ukraine's war effort against Russia, Switzerland blocked Bern-headquartered Ruag AG from selling nearly 100 Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine, it was revealed on Wednesday. The blocking of the sale, however, is not related to a separate sale of 25 Leopard 1&nbsp;tanks of the Swiss army to the German company Rheinmetall AG, Bloomberg reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Swiss cabinet said that such a sale would be contrary to the country's War Material Act and would entail an adjustment of Switzerland's neutrality policy. The country’s current rules don’t allow for weapons manufactured in Switzerland to be delivered to countries at war or in an armed conflict.</p>

<p>In November 2022,&nbsp;the country&nbsp;imposed an embargo on Swiss munitions being sent to either Russia or Ukraine.</p>

<h2><strong>What exactly does Switzerland's blocking of Leopard 1&nbsp;tanks entail?</strong></h2>

<p>The rejection reportedly applies to 96 non-operational Leopard 1 tanks. These tanks, while belonging to the Swiss arms manufacturer Ruag AG, are currently stored at a facility in Italy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was proposed that the tanks would be refurbished in Germany and then sent to Ukraine.</p>

<h2><strong>Switzerland blocks arms sale to Ukraine: Why?</strong></h2>

<p>The Swiss government said that the arms sale request to Ukraine from a country-headquartered manufacturer is "inconsistent with applicable law", pointing to the principle of the Swiss neutrality — one of the main principles of Switzerland's foreign policy which dictates that Switzerland is not to be involved in armed or political conflicts between other states.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This policy is self-imposed and designed to ensure external security and promote peace.</p>

<p>But the Swiss are some of the world's biggest arms manufacturers and suppliers.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;West mulls over giving German Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>There are about 1,000 Swiss defence manufacturers and suppliers, many owned by the US and European entities that annually sold some $2.57 billion worth of equipment annually, according to the Swiss ASD (Aeronautics, Security and Defence) figures cited by <em>Breakingdefense&nbsp;</em>portal.</p>

<p>Over the past many decades, the Swiss government has been cautious of ensuring that it is not seen as taking sides. The country has been neutral for about 208 years since the 1815 Treaty of Paris, signed after the second abdication of Napoleon Bonaparte that guaranteed Switzerland neutrality and &nbsp;perpetual independence from the French sphere of influence.</p>

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In a major snub to Ukraine's war effort against Russia, Switzerland blocked Bern-headquartered Ruag AG from selling nearly 100 Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine, it was revealed on Wednesday.

In a major snub to Ukraine's war effort against Russia, Switzerland blocked Bern-headquartered Ruag AG from selling nearly 100 Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine, it was revealed on Wednesday. The blocking of the sale, however, is not related to a separate sale of 25 Leopard 1 tanks of the Swiss army to the German company Rheinmetall AG, Bloomberg reported. The Swiss cabinet said that such a sale would be contrary to the country's War Material Act and would entail an adjustment of Switzerland's neutrality policy. The country’s current rules don’t allow for weapons manufactured in Switzerland to be delivered to countries at war or in an armed conflict. In November 2022, the country imposed an embargo on Swiss munitions being sent to either Russia or Ukraine. What exactly does Switzerland's blocking of Leopard 1 tanks entail? The rejection reportedly applies to 96 non-operational Leopard 1 tanks. These tanks, while belonging to the Swiss arms manufacturer Ruag AG, are currently stored at a facility in Italy. It was proposed that the tanks would be refurbished in Germany and then sent to Ukraine. Switzerland blocks arms sale to Ukraine: Why? The Swiss government said that the arms sale request to Ukraine from a country-headquartered manufacturer is "inconsistent with applicable law", pointing to the principle of the Swiss neutrality — one of the main principles of Switzerland's foreign policy which dictates that Switzerland is not to be involved in armed or political conflicts between other states. Also read | Ukraine to get at least 100 Leopard 1 tanks in 'coming months' This policy is self-imposed and designed to ensure external security and promote peace. But the Swiss are some of the world's biggest arms manufacturers and suppliers. Also watch | West mulls over giving German Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine × There are about 1,000 Swiss defence manufacturers and suppliers, many owned by the US and European entities that annually sold some $2.57 billion worth of equipment annually, according to the Swiss ASD (Aeronautics, Security and Defence) figures cited by Breakingdefense portal. Over the past many decades, the Swiss government has been cautious of ensuring that it is not seen as taking sides. The country has been neutral for about 208 years since the 1815 Treaty of Paris, signed after the second abdication of Napoleon Bonaparte that guaranteed Switzerland neutrality and perpetual independence from the French sphere of influence. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A part of the world, which the Western media often deems as 'whole world', was glued to TV screens this week as maritime pundits explained the multinational rescue effort which followed the catastrophic implosion of a five-people submersible that went missing while downfaring the Titanic’s wreck in Atlantic ocean.</p>

<p>As described in this <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-what-is-catastrophic-implosion-likely-cause-of-titan-submersibles-destruction-607698">WION explainer</a>, a catastrophic implosion occurs when a vessel collapses on itself due to overwhelming internal pressure. That is, when the pressure within a confined space becomes too much for the structure to bear, it leads to a catastrophic collapse.</p>

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<p>The mean net worth of five people on-board who succumbed to the direly suffocating yet avoidable tragedy on Titan submersible is $2.11 billion, according to multiple reports curated as part of the terrifically frenzied round-the-clock coverage of the preceding rescue effort that followed the disaster.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But nobody knows the net worth of Raja Awais, 19, one of the 11 men from a tiny village named Bandli in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir who was among 750 people aboard a boat that sank off the Greek coast in the same week. Nearly 80 people are confirmed dead in that tragedy with up to 500 people still missing.<img alt="Raja Awais is deemed missing after a shipwreck off the Greek coast | Associated Press" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b1ee0a2f-8698-4562-bddd-3fdbe38fdf59" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202023-06-25T100942.885.png" /></p>

<p><em>Raja Awais is deemed missing after a shipwreck off the Greek coast | Associated Press</em></p>

<p>The experts, such as the acclaimed Titanic director James Cameron, have breathlessly explained the submersible tragedy earlier this week.</p>

<p>It may be years before another such seafaring vessel would make an attempt to approach the ill-fated ship that sank in its maiden voyage in early 20th century. There will be more safety measures in place to ensure that world's billionaires no longer succumb to their own "distinct spirit of adventure" and a fragile and often unverifiable "passion for exploring and protecting the world's oceans".</p>

<h2><strong>An Orwellian reminder</strong></h2>

<p>An Orwellian reality has unfolded for the world which remains missing in the western media’s assumption of the ‘whole world’. That some deaths are more equal than others. That you have to be rich enough for your life or death to have any meaning for the world you live in, and 24/7 blow by blow live coverage on TV and online.<img alt="George Orwell (1903-1950)" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="0ba25713-7f14-4fbf-a12c-7fd5e0733ecf" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202023-06-25T101233.072.png" /></p>

<p><em>George Orwell (1903-1950) | Wikimedia Commons</em></p>

<p>That if you had a Pakistani or a poor West Asian or African nation's passport, and you were desperately fleeing the dire economic straits of the nation you were born in – unlike your &nbsp;wealthier counterparts – your death would not make for a front page banner headline screaming the avoidable tragedies that you died in.&nbsp;</p>

<p>That nations wouldn't be held accountable even when there is verifiable footage that shows authorities abandoning you at sea. Those walls will be built. A pandemic would make for a compelling bureaucratic reason for the most powerful nation in the world to deny the poorest of the world refuge or asylum.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><em>Migrants gather between the primary and secondary border fences in San Diego as the United States prepares to lift COVID-19 era restrictions known as Title 42, that have blocked migrants at the U.S.- Mexico border from seeking asylum since 2020, as seen from Tijuana, Mexico May 8, 2023 | Reuters</em></p>

<p>Empathy, which creates remarkable art in the form of books and films, would be devised to show in the coming years the five adventurous men downfaring the Atlantic to see Titanic's remains.</p>

<p>But for Raja Awais of Bandli village, the part of the world&nbsp;which Eurocentric media deems as 'whole world', would cease to be empathetic even after death.</p>

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A part of the world, which the Western media often deems as 'whole world', was glued to TV screens this week as maritime pundits explained the multinational rescue effort which followed the catastrophic implosion of a five-people submersible that went missing while downfaring the Titanic’s wreck in Atlantic ocean.

A part of the world, which the Western media often deems as 'whole world', was glued to TV screens this week as maritime pundits explained the multinational rescue effort which followed the catastrophic implosion of a five-people submersible that went missing while downfaring the Titanic’s wreck in Atlantic ocean. As described in this WION explainer, a catastrophic implosion occurs when a vessel collapses on itself due to overwhelming internal pressure. That is, when the pressure within a confined space becomes too much for the structure to bear, it leads to a catastrophic collapse. Also watch | 'Titan' submersible overshadows the death of migrants × The mean net worth of five people on-board who succumbed to the direly suffocating yet avoidable tragedy on Titan submersible is $2.11 billion, according to multiple reports curated as part of the terrifically frenzied round-the-clock coverage of the preceding rescue effort that followed the disaster. But nobody knows the net worth of Raja Awais, 19, one of the 11 men from a tiny village named Bandli in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir who was among 750 people aboard a boat that sank off the Greek coast in the same week. Nearly 80 people are confirmed dead in that tragedy with up to 500 people still missing. Raja Awais is deemed missing after a shipwreck off the Greek coast | Associated Press The experts, such as the acclaimed Titanic director James Cameron, have breathlessly explained the submersible tragedy earlier this week. It may be years before another such seafaring vessel would make an attempt to approach the ill-fated ship that sank in its maiden voyage in early 20th century. There will be more safety measures in place to ensure that world's billionaires no longer succumb to their own "distinct spirit of adventure" and a fragile and often unverifiable "passion for exploring and protecting the world's oceans". An Orwellian reminder An Orwellian reality has unfolded for the world which remains missing in the western media’s assumption of the ‘whole world’. That some deaths are more equal than others. That you have to be rich enough for your life or death to have any meaning for the world you live in, and 24/7 blow by blow live coverage on TV and online. George Orwell (1903-1950) | Wikimedia Commons That if you had a Pakistani or a poor West Asian or African nation's passport, and you were desperately fleeing the dire economic straits of the nation you were born in – unlike your wealthier counterparts – your death would not make for a front page banner headline screaming the avoidable tragedies that you died in. That nations wouldn't be held accountable even when there is verifiable footage that shows authorities abandoning you at sea. Those walls will be built. A pandemic would make for a compelling bureaucratic reason for the most powerful nation in the world to deny the poorest of the world refuge or asylum. Migrants gather between the primary and secondary border fences in San Diego as the United States prepares to lift COVID-19 era restrictions known as Title 42, that have blocked migrants at the U.S.- Mexico border from seeking asylum since 2020, as seen from Tijuana, Mexico May 8, 2023 | Reuters Empathy, which creates remarkable art in the form of books and films, would be devised to show in the coming years the five adventurous men downfaring the Atlantic to see Titanic's remains. But for Raja Awais of Bandli village, the part of the world which Eurocentric media deems as 'whole world', would cease to be empathetic even after death. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>In a remarkable medical achievement in India's Odisha state, a generous act of organ donation gave life to four patients in various hospitals across the country. The development occurred after a 43-year-old man named Prasannajit Mohanty, from Bhubaneswar, about 1800km southeast of New Delhi&nbsp;was declared brain dead. Mohanty's family decided to let his&nbsp;legacy live on by donating five of his vital organs.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>While the number of organ donations have increased in the world's most populous nation in recent years, they are still deemed insufficient.&nbsp;India has an organ donation rate of about 0.52 per million of population much less than the required rate of 1 organ per million of population.</p>

<p>Prasannajit's organ donation, thus conveys a powerful message to society through their act of organ donation.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened to Prasannajit?</strong></h2>

<p>On June 22, 2023, Prasannajit suffered a severe head injury in an accident, according to reports in local media. He was promptly admitted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar by his family. After conducting several tests, doctors determined on the following day that Prasannajit had experienced brain death.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/6-year-old-brain-dead-girl-saves-5-lives-becomes-youngest-organ-donor-at-aiims-delhi-480322">6-year-old brain dead girl saves 5 lives, becomes youngest organ donor at AIIMS Delhi</a></strong></p>

<p>Subsequently, an apnea test was performed twice, confirming the irreversible loss of brain function.</p>

<p>Upon receiving a request from the medical professionals for organ donation, Prasannajit's wife, Mrudumanjari Mohapatra, immediately discussed the matter with the entire family. Eventually, they unanimously agreed to donate five of the patient's organs after his passing, with the intention of aiding those in need through transplantation.</p>

<p>"I pray before God that those patients who have got a new lease of life with the transplantation of my husband’s organs live a long and healthy life," Prasannajit’s wife Mrudumanjari was quoted as saying by OdishaTV.</p>

<p>With the consent of the family members, the process of organ donation for Prasannajit commenced at the hospital, facilitated by the State Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (SOTTO), Regional Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (ROTTO), and National Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (NOTTO).</p>

<p>A team of 20 doctors undertook a meticulous surgery,&nbsp; to retrieve two kidneys, two lungs, and a liver from Prasannajit's body for transplantation into other recipients.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;The new age of organ transplantation | WION Wideangle</strong></p>

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<p>The two kidneys were successfully transplanted into two patients at hospitals in Odisha itself. Prasannajit's two lungs offered a fresh lease of life to a 16-year-old patient in Kolkata.</p>

<p>Through the creation of a green corridor, Prasannajit's liver was swiftly transported to a private hospital in New Delhi.</p>

<p>It was successfully transplanted into a patient who had been fighting for survival.</p>

<p>According to the medical professionals cited in the local media, the feat is remarkable because&nbsp;multiple organs had been retrieved and transplanted with success.</p>

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In a remarkable medical achievement in India's Odisha state, a generous act of organ donation gave life to four patients in various hospitals across the country.

In a remarkable medical achievement in India's Odisha state, a generous act of organ donation gave life to four patients in various hospitals across the country. The development occurred after a 43-year-old man named Prasannajit Mohanty, from Bhubaneswar, about 1800km southeast of New Delhi was declared brain dead. Mohanty's family decided to let his legacy live on by donating five of his vital organs. What does it mean? While the number of organ donations have increased in the world's most populous nation in recent years, they are still deemed insufficient. India has an organ donation rate of about 0.52 per million of population much less than the required rate of 1 organ per million of population. Prasannajit's organ donation, thus conveys a powerful message to society through their act of organ donation. What happened to Prasannajit? On June 22, 2023, Prasannajit suffered a severe head injury in an accident, according to reports in local media. He was promptly admitted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar by his family. After conducting several tests, doctors determined on the following day that Prasannajit had experienced brain death. Also read | 6-year-old brain dead girl saves 5 lives, becomes youngest organ donor at AIIMS Delhi Subsequently, an apnea test was performed twice, confirming the irreversible loss of brain function. Upon receiving a request from the medical professionals for organ donation, Prasannajit's wife, Mrudumanjari Mohapatra, immediately discussed the matter with the entire family. Eventually, they unanimously agreed to donate five of the patient's organs after his passing, with the intention of aiding those in need through transplantation. "I pray before God that those patients who have got a new lease of life with the transplantation of my husband’s organs live a long and healthy life," Prasannajit’s wife Mrudumanjari was quoted as saying by OdishaTV. With the consent of the family members, the process of organ donation for Prasannajit commenced at the hospital, facilitated by the State Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (SOTTO), Regional Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (ROTTO), and National Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (NOTTO). A team of 20 doctors undertook a meticulous surgery, to retrieve two kidneys, two lungs, and a liver from Prasannajit's body for transplantation into other recipients. Also watch | The new age of organ transplantation | WION Wideangle × The two kidneys were successfully transplanted into two patients at hospitals in Odisha itself. Prasannajit's two lungs offered a fresh lease of life to a 16-year-old patient in Kolkata. Through the creation of a green corridor, Prasannajit's liver was swiftly transported to a private hospital in New Delhi. It was successfully transplanted into a patient who had been fighting for survival. According to the medical professionals cited in the local media, the feat is remarkable because multiple organs had been retrieved and transplanted with success. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>US President Joe Biden and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 25) discussed the now-diffused attempt of a power takeover in Moscow led by Wagner mercenary group's chief Yevgeny Prigozhin.</p>

<p>Biden repeated Washington's continued support for Ukraine's war effort against Russia as the two leaders discussed "further expansion of defence cooperation", especially about long-range weapons.</p>

<p>Zelensky took to Twitter and described his conversation with Biden as "positive and inspiring", adding that he was thankful to Washington for its "unflagging" support of Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-rebellion-when-putins-former-chef-served-a-dish-of-treason-ten-points-608452">Wagner rebellion: When Putin’s former favourite chef served a dish of ‘treason’ | 10 points</a></strong></p>

<p>"We discussed the course of hostilities and the processes taking place in Russia. The world must put pressure on Russia until international order is restored,” Zelensky wrote on Twitter.</p>

<p>Zelensky said he thanked Biden for "the support of the fighter jet coalition," stating that it is essential to increase Ukraine’s capabilities to "protect" their skies.</p>

<p>The White House said in a statement that Biden and Zelensky discussed the ongoing war and that Biden assured Washington's support to Ukraine for the ongoing war.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Wagner forces halt advance in Moscow</strong></p>

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<p>"They discussed Ukraine’s ongoing counter-offensive, and President Biden reaffirmed unwavering US support, including through continued security, economic, and humanitarian aid,” the White House said in a statement. “The leaders also discussed recent events in Russia."</p>

<h2><strong>Prigozhin's short-lived rebellion</strong></h2>

<p>Over the weekend, Russian President Vladimir Putin faced the biggest threat to his hold over Moscow's corridors of power after Yevgeny Prigozhin, the Wagner Group chief, launched an armed rebellion to oust Russia’s military leadership.&nbsp;</p>

<p>President Vladimir Putin deemed Prigozhin's actions as 'treason'.</p>

<p>"This is a blow to Russia. To our people and our actions to protect the Fatherland from such a threat will be harsh," Putin said in his five-minute address to nation on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Actions that split our unity," he said, "are a stab in the back of our country and our people."</p>

<p>After taking over a military base in southern Rostov-on-don, Wagner's forces accelerated their movement towards Moscow after Prigozhin was accused of treason and charges filed against him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wagner convoy entered the Lipetsk region about 250 miles south of Moscow, after pushing through the Vorenzh region.</p>

<p>The rebellion lasted for less than 36 hours till Belarus brokered an unexpected deal between Prigozhin and the Kremlin and the former was told to leave the country and order his men to turn back to their bases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wagner fighters who did not participate in the mutiny reportedly signed contracts of allegiance with the Russian Ministry of Defence.</p>

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US President Joe Biden and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 25) discussed the now-diffused attempt of a power takeover in Moscow led by Wagner mercenary group's chief Yevgeny Prigozhin.

US President Joe Biden and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 25) discussed the now-diffused attempt of a power takeover in Moscow led by Wagner mercenary group's chief Yevgeny Prigozhin. Biden repeated Washington's continued support for Ukraine's war effort against Russia as the two leaders discussed "further expansion of defence cooperation", especially about long-range weapons. Zelensky took to Twitter and described his conversation with Biden as "positive and inspiring", adding that he was thankful to Washington for its "unflagging" support of Ukraine. Also read | Wagner rebellion: When Putin’s former favourite chef served a dish of ‘treason’ | 10 points "We discussed the course of hostilities and the processes taking place in Russia. The world must put pressure on Russia until international order is restored,” Zelensky wrote on Twitter. Zelensky said he thanked Biden for "the support of the fighter jet coalition," stating that it is essential to increase Ukraine’s capabilities to "protect" their skies. The White House said in a statement that Biden and Zelensky discussed the ongoing war and that Biden assured Washington's support to Ukraine for the ongoing war. Also watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Wagner forces halt advance in Moscow × "They discussed Ukraine’s ongoing counter-offensive, and President Biden reaffirmed unwavering US support, including through continued security, economic, and humanitarian aid,” the White House said in a statement. “The leaders also discussed recent events in Russia." Prigozhin's short-lived rebellion Over the weekend, Russian President Vladimir Putin faced the biggest threat to his hold over Moscow's corridors of power after Yevgeny Prigozhin, the Wagner Group chief, launched an armed rebellion to oust Russia’s military leadership. President Vladimir Putin deemed Prigozhin's actions as 'treason'. "This is a blow to Russia. To our people and our actions to protect the Fatherland from such a threat will be harsh," Putin said in his five-minute address to nation on Saturday. "Actions that split our unity," he said, "are a stab in the back of our country and our people." After taking over a military base in southern Rostov-on-don, Wagner's forces accelerated their movement towards Moscow after Prigozhin was accused of treason and charges filed against him. Wagner convoy entered the Lipetsk region about 250 miles south of Moscow, after pushing through the Vorenzh region. The rebellion lasted for less than 36 hours till Belarus brokered an unexpected deal between Prigozhin and the Kremlin and the former was told to leave the country and order his men to turn back to their bases. Wagner fighters who did not participate in the mutiny reportedly signed contracts of allegiance with the Russian Ministry of Defence. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Wagner rebellion: Biden, Zelensky react with 'positive and inspiring' discussions

<p>Mass rallies in North Korea's Pyongyang vowed a "war of revenge" against the United States, after the geo-economically isolated nation in the Korean peninsula marked the 73rd anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean war.</p>

<p>North and South Korea have been in a state of perpetual conflict after the Korean war, 73 years ago ended in a truce. The two countries had come into being in 1948 with a consensus to avoid a civil war. Both Korea and Vietnam had split in half, with pro-communists organising a government in the North and anti-communists organising a government in the South, and thus forming present-day North and South Korea.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;North Korea vows ‘overwhelming offensive’ against US military</strong></p>

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<p>According to state news agency KCNA, about 120,000 people from the working class and students took part in the rallies held across Pyongyang on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Photos published by North Korean state media showed people in a rally holding placards that read, 'The whole US mainland is within our shooting range' and 'The imperialist US is the destroyer of peace'.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>The observance of the 73rd anniversary of the Korean war in Pyongyang comes after the North Korean foreign ministry accused the United States of "making desperate efforts to ignite a nuclear war", after the Biden administration reportedly sent US strategic assets to the Korean peninsula and the Indo-Pacific.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/construction-at-north-koreas-satellite-launch-pad-hits-new-urgency-report-596267">Construction at North Korea’s satellite launch pad hits ‘new urgency’: Report</a></strong></p>

<p>The war anniversary observance also comes amid reports that North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un could soon repeat an attempt to launch its first military satellite, deemed a spy satellite by the West. The goal of the said satellite is reported to be monitoring of the US military activities.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Kim Jong Un's bid for spy satellite</strong></h2>

<p>Pyongyang's first attempt to launch the said satellite ended in a failure last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>North Korea now had "the strongest absolute weapon to punish the US imperialists" and the "avengers on this land are burning with the indomitable will to revenge the enemy," KCNA said.</p>

<p>North Korea,a nuclear-armed nation has been testing various weapons including its biggest intercontinental ballistic missile, ramping up tension with the South and the South's main ally, the United States.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Mass rallies in North Korea's Pyongyang vowed a "war of revenge" against the United States, after the geo-economically isolated nation in the Korean peninsula marked the 73rd anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean war.

Mass rallies in North Korea's Pyongyang vowed a "war of revenge" against the United States, after the geo-economically isolated nation in the Korean peninsula marked the 73rd anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean war. North and South Korea have been in a state of perpetual conflict after the Korean war, 73 years ago ended in a truce. The two countries had come into being in 1948 with a consensus to avoid a civil war. Both Korea and Vietnam had split in half, with pro-communists organising a government in the North and anti-communists organising a government in the South, and thus forming present-day North and South Korea. Also watch | North Korea vows ‘overwhelming offensive’ against US military × According to state news agency KCNA, about 120,000 people from the working class and students took part in the rallies held across Pyongyang on Sunday. Photos published by North Korean state media showed people in a rally holding placards that read, 'The whole US mainland is within our shooting range' and 'The imperialist US is the destroyer of peace'. What does it mean? The observance of the 73rd anniversary of the Korean war in Pyongyang comes after the North Korean foreign ministry accused the United States of "making desperate efforts to ignite a nuclear war", after the Biden administration reportedly sent US strategic assets to the Korean peninsula and the Indo-Pacific. Also read | Construction at North Korea’s satellite launch pad hits ‘new urgency’: Report The war anniversary observance also comes amid reports that North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un could soon repeat an attempt to launch its first military satellite, deemed a spy satellite by the West. The goal of the said satellite is reported to be monitoring of the US military activities. Kim Jong Un's bid for spy satellite Pyongyang's first attempt to launch the said satellite ended in a failure last month. North Korea now had "the strongest absolute weapon to punish the US imperialists" and the "avengers on this land are burning with the indomitable will to revenge the enemy," KCNA said. North Korea,a nuclear-armed nation has been testing various weapons including its biggest intercontinental ballistic missile, ramping up tension with the South and the South's main ally, the United States. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

North Korea vows to 'punish the US' on 73rd anniversary of Korean war

<p>Hello and Welcome. This is The Capitals.</p>

<p>In a relatively credible biographical account of Vladimir Putin's life, '<em>His Life and Times: Putin</em>' by British journalist Philip Short, the Russian president has been described as ruthless, shockingly pragmatic and a leader with autocratic bend who hates historical amnesia — a loss of collective national memory about an event — a euphemism for present-day Russia's lost Soviet glory.<img alt="Putin Biography" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1b47ffe9-ba73-45b3-b31b-618e023bed36" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202023-06-25T205019.484.png" /></p>

<p>But over the weekend, after Putin's own former chef-turned-businessman-turned-warlord directed his mercenaries towards Moscow, the shockwaves were felt across global capitals. The people in newsrooms, like this writer, felt they were witnessing history. A coup d'état appeared nearly imminent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But in less than 36 hours, the armed uprising by Russia's Wagner mercenary group led by its boss Yevgeny Prigozhin ended as dramatically as it began. Putin's shocking pragmatism prevailed after he deployed one of his vassal states' leaders to diffuse the crisis. Prigozhin is now in Belarus after pulling his men back to their bases.&nbsp;<img alt="Vladimir Putin | Reuters" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5a95e5c5-8616-4e3e-885b-6a86121c2ccb" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202023-06-25T115710.522.png" /></p>

<p>Here is a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-rebellion-when-putins-former-chef-served-a-dish-of-treason-ten-points-608452">blow-by-blow account</a> of the hours when Putin's former chef served him a dish of 'treason'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>More on The Capitals from capitals other than Moscow.</p>

<h2><strong>Washington DC, United States</strong></h2>

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<p><em>India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Joe Biden during a White House state dinner hosted in former's honour | AFP</em></p>

<p>A State Dinner in the White House. A subtle insertion of democratic values advocated by great Indian Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore — <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/where-the-mind-is-without-fear-biden-invokes-tagore-in-state-dinner-for-modi-607649">'Where the mind is without fear</a>' — and a mega bilateral convergence on business interests. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to the United States had everything but lows.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Riding on India's moment of growth, Modi addressed the US Congress, met top business leaders and brought home billions in investments. India announced that it will sign Artemis Accords, a non-binding multilateral arrangement between the US and other governments designed to guide civil space exploration.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two nations also hailed 'giant leap' in cooperation on space science, chip development and mineral security.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Paris, France</strong></h2>

<p><img alt="Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at a climate finance summit in Paris | @LulaOfficial/Twitter" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f34142b5-3dfd-405d-b12d-eea703dcb655" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202023-06-25T154157.736.png" /></p>

<p><em>Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at a climate finance summit in Paris | @LulaOfficial/Twitter</em></p>

<p>In yet another moment of Global South's geo-economic assertion, US dollar’s role as primary reserve currency for global trade was challenged at a finance summit in Paris by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen defended the oversized role of US dollar in global markets.</p>

<p>"Why can’t we trade in our own currencies?" Brazilian President Lula asked an assertive US treasury secretary Janet Yellen.</p>

<p>South African President Ramaphosa said that the "issue of currency" would be discussed at the upcoming meeting of BRICS countries later this year, which South Africa is scheduled to host in August.</p>

<h2><strong>Athens, Greece</strong></h2>

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<p><em>People visit the Areios Pagos hill, with the Acropolis' Propylaea seen in the background, in Athens, Greece | Representative image/Reuters</em></p>

<p>For the corridors of power in one of the world's oldest capitals, voters across Greece headed to a repeat election this weekend. Fomer Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is seeking a second term to form the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mitsotakis' New Democratic party won the election on May 21, twenty points clear of rival Alexis Tsipras' Syriza party. However, it fell short of the majority needed to rule without forming a coalition. As election rules this time would accord up to 50 bonus seats to the winner of the vote, the New Democracy party is widely projected to emerge victorious.</p>

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Hello and Welcome. This is The Capitals. In a relatively credible biographical account of Vladimir Putin's life, 'His Life and Times: Putin' by British journalist Philip Short, the Russian president has been described as ruthless, shockingly pragmatic and a leader with autocratic bend who hates historical amnesia — a loss of collective national memory about an event — a euphemism for present-day Russia's lost Soviet glory.

Hello and Welcome. This is The Capitals. In a relatively credible biographical account of Vladimir Putin's life, 'His Life and Times: Putin' by British journalist Philip Short, the Russian president has been described as ruthless, shockingly pragmatic and a leader with autocratic bend who hates historical amnesia — a loss of collective national memory about an event — a euphemism for present-day Russia's lost Soviet glory. But over the weekend, after Putin's own former chef-turned-businessman-turned-warlord directed his mercenaries towards Moscow, the shockwaves were felt across global capitals. The people in newsrooms, like this writer, felt they were witnessing history. A coup d'état appeared nearly imminent. But in less than 36 hours, the armed uprising by Russia's Wagner mercenary group led by its boss Yevgeny Prigozhin ended as dramatically as it began. Putin's shocking pragmatism prevailed after he deployed one of his vassal states' leaders to diffuse the crisis. Prigozhin is now in Belarus after pulling his men back to their bases. Here is a blow-by-blow account of the hours when Putin's former chef served him a dish of 'treason'. More on The Capitals from capitals other than Moscow. Washington DC, United States India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Joe Biden during a White House state dinner hosted in former's honour | AFP A State Dinner in the White House. A subtle insertion of democratic values advocated by great Indian Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore — 'Where the mind is without fear' — and a mega bilateral convergence on business interests. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to the United States had everything but lows. Riding on India's moment of growth, Modi addressed the US Congress, met top business leaders and brought home billions in investments. India announced that it will sign Artemis Accords, a non-binding multilateral arrangement between the US and other governments designed to guide civil space exploration. The two nations also hailed 'giant leap' in cooperation on space science, chip development and mineral security. Paris, France Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at a climate finance summit in Paris | @LulaOfficial/Twitter In yet another moment of Global South's geo-economic assertion, US dollar’s role as primary reserve currency for global trade was challenged at a finance summit in Paris by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen defended the oversized role of US dollar in global markets. "Why can’t we trade in our own currencies?" Brazilian President Lula asked an assertive US treasury secretary Janet Yellen. South African President Ramaphosa said that the "issue of currency" would be discussed at the upcoming meeting of BRICS countries later this year, which South Africa is scheduled to host in August. Athens, Greece People visit the Areios Pagos hill, with the Acropolis' Propylaea seen in the background, in Athens, Greece | Representative image/Reuters For the corridors of power in one of the world's oldest capitals, voters across Greece headed to a repeat election this weekend. Fomer Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is seeking a second term to form the government. Mitsotakis' New Democratic party won the election on May 21, twenty points clear of rival Alexis Tsipras' Syriza party. However, it fell short of the majority needed to rule without forming a coalition. As election rules this time would accord up to 50 bonus seats to the winner of the vote, the New Democracy party is widely projected to emerge victorious. That's all for The Capitals this week. See you next weekend. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

The Capitals: Moscow dodges mutiny bullet, Global South cements its rise in Washington and Paris

<p>India's premier IT firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has denied the&nbsp;accusations of ‘fraud’ in its recruitment process. TCS refuted the accusations while responding to a number of media reports&nbsp;of a ‘bribes-for-jobs scandal’ that rocked the IT major last week.</p>

<p>"We probed the allegations made in the complaint and found out that the charges do not involve any fraud by or against the company, and financial impact. The reference to the alleged scam is incorrect," TCS said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>What is the 'bribes-for-jobs' scandal?</strong></h2>

<p>The 'complaint' was sent to TCS Chief Executive Officer (CEO) K Krithivasan, and Chief Operating Officer (COO) N Ganapathy Subramaniam, by a whistleblower, who alleged that ES Chakravarthy, the global head of its resource management group (RMG) 'accepted commissions from staffing firms for years.'</p>

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<p>Following a whistleblower complaint accessed&nbsp;by Livemint, an internal committee comprising three members, including chief information security officer Ajit Menon, was formed to investigate the allegations.</p>

<p>The investigation concluded with TCS placing its head of recruitment on leave, terminating four officials from the RMG division, and imposing a ban on three staffing firms.</p>

<p>The RMG, the follow-up statement noted, 'is entrusted with allocating resources to various projects, and fill shortfalls through contractors.'</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;TCS bags 10-year contract for teacher’s pension in UK | World Business Watch</strong></p>

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<p>"None of our key managerial positions has been involved in any irregularities. The issue relates to the breach of Code of Conduct by certain employees, and by vendors providing contractors," it further stated.</p>

<p>Those involved in the ‘scam’ made at least ₹100 crore via commissions, the Livemint report added.</p>

<p>The revelation of this recruitment scandal at TCS, a company with $27.93 billion in revenue and over 614,795 employees, has rocked India's IT sector in the last week, raising many questions about the presence of adequate safeguards and how such a situation could have transpired.</p>

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India's premier IT firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has denied the accusations of ‘fraud’ in its recruitment process. TCS refuted the accusations while responding to a number of media reports of a ‘bribes-for-jobs scandal’ that rocked the IT major last week.

India's premier IT firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has denied the accusations of ‘fraud’ in its recruitment process. TCS refuted the accusations while responding to a number of media reports of a ‘bribes-for-jobs scandal’ that rocked the IT major last week. "We probed the allegations made in the complaint and found out that the charges do not involve any fraud by or against the company, and financial impact. The reference to the alleged scam is incorrect," TCS said in a statement. What is the 'bribes-for-jobs' scandal? The 'complaint' was sent to TCS Chief Executive Officer (CEO) K Krithivasan, and Chief Operating Officer (COO) N Ganapathy Subramaniam, by a whistleblower, who alleged that ES Chakravarthy, the global head of its resource management group (RMG) 'accepted commissions from staffing firms for years.' Also read | TCS in turmoil: Bribery scandal rocks India's IT giant Following a whistleblower complaint accessed by Livemint, an internal committee comprising three members, including chief information security officer Ajit Menon, was formed to investigate the allegations. The investigation concluded with TCS placing its head of recruitment on leave, terminating four officials from the RMG division, and imposing a ban on three staffing firms. The RMG, the follow-up statement noted, 'is entrusted with allocating resources to various projects, and fill shortfalls through contractors.' Also watch | TCS bags 10-year contract for teacher’s pension in UK | World Business Watch × "None of our key managerial positions has been involved in any irregularities. The issue relates to the breach of Code of Conduct by certain employees, and by vendors providing contractors," it further stated. Those involved in the ‘scam’ made at least ₹100 crore via commissions, the Livemint report added. The revelation of this recruitment scandal at TCS, a company with $27.93 billion in revenue and over 614,795 employees, has rocked India's IT sector in the last week, raising many questions about the presence of adequate safeguards and how such a situation could have transpired. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

TCS denies 'bribes-for-jobs' scandal after turmoil

<p>In Karnataka state's Chikkaballapur, about 60 km north of the state capital Bengaluru and over 2,100 km south of the national capital New Delhi, a man slit another person's throat and drank his blood. The gruesome act of violence was captured on the mobile phone of the perpetrator's friend.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Widespread outrage followed on social media after the video went viral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Subsequently, the authorities also apprehended the man seen in the video drinking the injured man's blood.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Extra-marital affair angle</strong></h2>

<p>The accused, who has been&nbsp;identified as Vijay, was suspicious that the victim, Maresh, was engaged in an extramarital affair with his wife.</p>

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<p>Fueled by jealousy and rage, Vijay orchestrated a plan to confront Maresh and seek retribution for what he believed to be a betrayal of trust.</p>

<h2><strong>The incident</strong></h2>

<p>On&nbsp;June 19, Vijay lured Maresh to a nearby forest, exploiting the secluded location to carry out his nefarious intentions. In a chilling display of violence, Vijay slit Maresh's throat in a murderous attempt. As Vijay drank blood from Maresh's body, Vijay's accomplice, John, chose to document the gruesome crime on his mobile phone.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Indian-origin gangs of Canada: Drugs, murders &amp; politics | DARK WORLD</strong></p>

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<p>The footage, now viral, has emerged as crucial evidence against the perpetrators involved in the incident.</p>

<p>Following the brutal attack, the victim was promptly admitted to a hospital, where medical professionals treated his injuries.</p>

<p>Upon Maresh's police complaint, the primary accused Vijay was arrested on June 24 while the other accused John was arrested on June 25.</p>

<p>Maresh has since been discharged and has returned home. But&nbsp;medical professionals believe that&nbsp;the psychological trauma of&nbsp;the incident may persist for an extended period.</p>

<p>The incident stands as a stark reminder of the grave consequences that jealousy and unchecked emotions can have, leading to a disturbing and life-altering act.&nbsp;</p>

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In Karnataka state's Chikkaballapur, about 60 km north of the state capital Bengaluru and over 2,100 km south of the national capital New Delhi, a man slit another person's throat and drank his blood.

In Karnataka state's Chikkaballapur, about 60 km north of the state capital Bengaluru and over 2,100 km south of the national capital New Delhi, a man slit another person's throat and drank his blood. The gruesome act of violence was captured on the mobile phone of the perpetrator's friend. Widespread outrage followed on social media after the video went viral. Subsequently, the authorities also apprehended the man seen in the video drinking the injured man's blood. Extra-marital affair angle The accused, who has been identified as Vijay, was suspicious that the victim, Maresh, was engaged in an extramarital affair with his wife. Also read | Belgian mother slits throats of her five children and 16 years later chooses to die by euthanasia Fueled by jealousy and rage, Vijay orchestrated a plan to confront Maresh and seek retribution for what he believed to be a betrayal of trust. The incident On June 19, Vijay lured Maresh to a nearby forest, exploiting the secluded location to carry out his nefarious intentions. In a chilling display of violence, Vijay slit Maresh's throat in a murderous attempt. As Vijay drank blood from Maresh's body, Vijay's accomplice, John, chose to document the gruesome crime on his mobile phone. Also read | Indian-origin gangs of Canada: Drugs, murders & politics | DARK WORLD The footage, now viral, has emerged as crucial evidence against the perpetrators involved in the incident. Following the brutal attack, the victim was promptly admitted to a hospital, where medical professionals treated his injuries. Upon Maresh's police complaint, the primary accused Vijay was arrested on June 24 while the other accused John was arrested on June 25. Maresh has since been discharged and has returned home. But medical professionals believe that the psychological trauma of the incident may persist for an extended period. The incident stands as a stark reminder of the grave consequences that jealousy and unchecked emotions can have, leading to a disturbing and life-altering act. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Karnataka man slits throat of his wife's alleged lover and drinks his blood

<p>Russia’s bid to build a new embassy near Australia’s parliament suffered a legal blow on Monday, with a top court backing the government’s effort to seize the land.</p>

<p>Australia has blocked Russia from building a new embassy in Canberra after intelligence agencies warned it could be used as a base to spy on lawmakers.</p>

<p>Russia last week launched a last-minute injunction to hold on to the land while dispatching a mystery diplomat to squat there as the legal tussle played out.</p>

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<p>But Australia’s high court ruled on Monday morning that Russia had to vacate the site, at least until the case returns to court for more detailed legal arguments.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Russian diplomat stages protest as Australia dismisses lease for Moscow embassy</strong></p>

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<p>The squatter-diplomat was seen exiting the site soon after the ruling, before being whisked away in a diplomatic vehicle.</p>

<p>“The court has made clear that there is no legal basis for a Russian presence to continue on the site at this time,” Australian Prime minister Anthony Albanese told reporters.</p>

<p>“We expect the Russian Federation to act in accordance with the court’s ruling.”</p>

<p>Russia bought the lease to the land from the Australian government in 2008, and in 2011 was granted approval to build its new embassy there.</p>

<p>But the Australian government announced last week it was tearing up that agreement.</p>

<p>Australia’s parliament passed laws specifically aimed at stopping a Russian embassy from being built on the site, which sits about 400 meters (440 yards) from the parliamentary precinct.</p>

<p>“The government has received very clear security advice as to the risk posed by a new Russian presence so close to Parliament House,” Albanese said.</p>

<p>“We are acting quickly to ensure the lease site does not become a formal diplomatic presence.”</p>

<p>Albanese on Monday also announced a new package of military assistance for Ukraine — including 28 M113 armoured personnel carriers and an undisclosed amount of 105mm howitzer rounds.</p>

<p>“We support international efforts to ensure Putin’s aggression fails and that Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity prevails,” Albanese said.</p>

<p>The package did not include Hawkei light armoured patrol vehicles or more Bushmaster infantry vehicles — both of which Ukraine had requested.</p>

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Russia’s bid to build a new embassy near Australia’s parliament suffered a legal blow on Monday, with a top court backing the government’s effort to seize the land.

Russia’s bid to build a new embassy near Australia’s parliament suffered a legal blow on Monday, with a top court backing the government’s effort to seize the land. Australia has blocked Russia from building a new embassy in Canberra after intelligence agencies warned it could be used as a base to spy on lawmakers. Russia last week launched a last-minute injunction to hold on to the land while dispatching a mystery diplomat to squat there as the legal tussle played out. Also read | Russia mounts legal challenge to keep embassy site near Australian parliament But Australia’s high court ruled on Monday morning that Russia had to vacate the site, at least until the case returns to court for more detailed legal arguments. Also watch | Russian diplomat stages protest as Australia dismisses lease for Moscow embassy × The squatter-diplomat was seen exiting the site soon after the ruling, before being whisked away in a diplomatic vehicle. “The court has made clear that there is no legal basis for a Russian presence to continue on the site at this time,” Australian Prime minister Anthony Albanese told reporters. “We expect the Russian Federation to act in accordance with the court’s ruling.” Russia bought the lease to the land from the Australian government in 2008, and in 2011 was granted approval to build its new embassy there. But the Australian government announced last week it was tearing up that agreement. Australia’s parliament passed laws specifically aimed at stopping a Russian embassy from being built on the site, which sits about 400 meters (440 yards) from the parliamentary precinct. “The government has received very clear security advice as to the risk posed by a new Russian presence so close to Parliament House,” Albanese said. “We are acting quickly to ensure the lease site does not become a formal diplomatic presence.” Albanese on Monday also announced a new package of military assistance for Ukraine — including 28 M113 armoured personnel carriers and an undisclosed amount of 105mm howitzer rounds. “We support international efforts to ensure Putin’s aggression fails and that Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity prevails,” Albanese said. The package did not include Hawkei light armoured patrol vehicles or more Bushmaster infantry vehicles — both of which Ukraine had requested. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Russia suffers legal setback in Australian embassy standoff

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