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<p>The Indian government will be sending an Air Force plane to bring back the mortal remains of those who died in a tragic fire incident in Kuwait, said Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh.</p>

<p>The minister said that some of the bodies are charred beyond recognition and DNA testing is being carried out&nbsp;to confirm the identities of the victims. According to the government authorities in Kerala, 24&nbsp;among those 40 Indians killed were from the southern state. Meanwhile,&nbsp;seven Keralites were seriously injured in the incident.</p>

<p>Kerala government announced to provide Rs5,00,000 ($5984) financial assistance to families of Keralites who were killed in the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kerala's&nbsp;Health Minister Veena George will be in&nbsp;Kuwait to coordinate the treatment of those who have suffered injuries and to bring back the bodies of those killed, reported news agency PTI.</p>

<p>Minister of State for External Affairs and Gonda MP Kirti Vardhan Singh rushed to the Gulf country soon after taking charge and said that an Indian Air Force plane is being prepared to bring back the bodies home.</p>

<p>While leaving his residence, MoS MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh said, "The incident in Kuwait is unfortunate. All of us including the PM are very concerned. I am going there and will see the situation. People from our embassy are already there on the ground looking after the injured... I am going there and I will inform the government regarding the conditions there."</p>

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<p>"DNA tests are being conducted to identify the victims. Many of the bodies are severely burned and charred beyond recognition, necessitating these tests for proper identification. This might take some time to bring the mortal remains to India. An Air Force plane is on standby. Once the identifications are complete, families will be notified, and the Air Force plane will transport the bodies back to India. The rest of the situation will become clear once we arrive there.”</p>

<p>After reaching Kuwait, the MoS&nbsp;immediately rushed to Jaber hospital and met the&nbsp;injured Indians in the fire incident.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the latest figures, at least 48 people lost their lives in the fire tragedy in Mangaf city and 40 of them were said to be Indians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The fire started in the kitchen of the six-storey building on Wednesday (June 12). Almost 200 people were staying in the building, and as per&nbsp;officials, most deaths happened because of the inhalation of smoke in sleep.</p>

<h2><strong>Kuwaiti officials investigate deadly fire incident&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The government officials in Kuwait launched an investigation to uncover the circumstances which caused the deadly fire.</p>

<p>Kuwait's Deputy Premier, Defense and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Saba, who visited the site on Wednesday (June 12), gave orders for the Kuwaiti landlord's arrest and the building's Egyptian guard, Kuwait Times reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Kuwait fire: At least 49 killed in fire; India's envoy visits hospitalized victims</strong></p>

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<p>At a high-level meeting, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the incident and announced a compensation of&nbsp;Rs 2 lakh ($2,395) each for the victims'&nbsp;family members.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar also spoke to his Kuwaiti counterpart Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Was assured that the incident would be fully investigated and that responsibility will be fixed," said Jaishankar, taking to X.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Urged the early repatriation of the mortal remains of those who lost their lives. He emphasised that those injured were getting the requisite medical attention," he said.</p>

<p>A helpline number +965-65505246 has been started by the Indian Embassy in Kuwait to reach out to the family members of the victims.&nbsp;</p>

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The Indian government will be sending an Air Force plane to bring back the mortal remains of those who died in a tragic fire incident in Kuwait, said Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh.

The Indian government will be sending an Air Force plane to bring back the mortal remains of those who died in a tragic fire incident in Kuwait, said Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh. The minister said that some of the bodies are charred beyond recognition and DNA testing is being carried out to confirm the identities of the victims. According to the government authorities in Kerala, 24 among those 40 Indians killed were from the southern state. Meanwhile, seven Keralites were seriously injured in the incident. Kerala government announced to provide Rs5,00,000 ($5984) financial assistance to families of Keralites who were killed in the incident. Kerala's Health Minister Veena George will be in Kuwait to coordinate the treatment of those who have suffered injuries and to bring back the bodies of those killed, reported news agency PTI. Minister of State for External Affairs and Gonda MP Kirti Vardhan Singh rushed to the Gulf country soon after taking charge and said that an Indian Air Force plane is being prepared to bring back the bodies home. While leaving his residence, MoS MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh said, "The incident in Kuwait is unfortunate. All of us including the PM are very concerned. I am going there and will see the situation. People from our embassy are already there on the ground looking after the injured... I am going there and I will inform the government regarding the conditions there." Also Read: PM Modi chairs review meet on Kuwait fire tragedy, announces ex-gratia relief for deceased India nationals "DNA tests are being conducted to identify the victims. Many of the bodies are severely burned and charred beyond recognition, necessitating these tests for proper identification. This might take some time to bring the mortal remains to India. An Air Force plane is on standby. Once the identifications are complete, families will be notified, and the Air Force plane will transport the bodies back to India. The rest of the situation will become clear once we arrive there.” After reaching Kuwait, the MoS immediately rushed to Jaber hospital and met the injured Indians in the fire incident. On the directions of PM @narendramodi ji, MoS @KVSinghMPGonda arrived in Kuwait and immediately rushed to Jaber hospital to ascertain well being of injured Indians in the fire incident yesterday. He met the 6 injured admitted at the hospital. All of them are safe. pic.twitter.com/p7DrKItfIM — India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) June 13, 2024 × As per the latest figures, at least 48 people lost their lives in the fire tragedy in Mangaf city and 40 of them were said to be Indians. The fire started in the kitchen of the six-storey building on Wednesday (June 12). Almost 200 people were staying in the building, and as per officials, most deaths happened because of the inhalation of smoke in sleep. Kuwaiti officials investigate deadly fire incident The government officials in Kuwait launched an investigation to uncover the circumstances which caused the deadly fire. Kuwait's Deputy Premier, Defense and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Saba, who visited the site on Wednesday (June 12), gave orders for the Kuwaiti landlord's arrest and the building's Egyptian guard, Kuwait Times reported. Watch: Kuwait fire: At least 49 killed in fire; India's envoy visits hospitalized victims At a high-level meeting, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the incident and announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh ($2,395) each for the victims' family members. India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar also spoke to his Kuwaiti counterpart Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya. "Was assured that the incident would be fully investigated and that responsibility will be fixed," said Jaishankar, taking to X. "Urged the early repatriation of the mortal remains of those who lost their lives. He emphasised that those injured were getting the requisite medical attention," he said. A helpline number +965-65505246 has been started by the Indian Embassy in Kuwait to reach out to the family members of the victims. (With inputs from agencies)

Kuwait fire: DNA tests reveal 24 of 40 Indians killed were from Kerala

Palestinians recently freed from the IDF detention have claimed that Israeli authorities are engaging in systematic abuse of those in captivity. The allegations leveled up by these former detainees include intimidation harassment assault and even the withholding of vital medical treatment.

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A high-protein diet might seem implausible for vegetarians and vegans, but that is far from reality. Several foods can provide a protein boost to vegans. Here are some protein-packed options for vegans.


Quinoa is a complete protein and is filled with all nine essential amino acids. 

Tofu, which is made from soybeans, is a great source of protein. 

Chickpeas, which are also called garbanzo beans, are filled with protein and fibre. 

Seitan, which is also called wheat gluten, can be a high-protein meat substitute.

Lentils are not only filled with protein but are also a great source of vitamins, minerals and fibre.


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7 Flowering Plants That Thrive Under Full Sun And Intense Heat  

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<p class="MsoNormal">The Indian rupee remained practically steady on Wednesday, owing to a possible intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which helped the currency escape a record low, according to traders. At 10:00 a.m. IST, the rupee stood at 83.56 against the US dollar, hardly changing&nbsp;from its previous close of 83.5650.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>RBI's strategic intervention in the NDF market<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Traders said the RBI most likely intervened in the non-deliverable forwards (NDF) market before the local spot market opened at 9:00 a.m. IST. The goal of this intervention was to keep the rupee stable. Routine interventions by the RBI, especially in the NDF market, have consistently supported the currency in recent sessions. "The RBI's intervention in the NDF market has changed...We are now quite clear and explicit that the RBI is involved in the forward market," RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said at a post-monetary policy press conference on Friday.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Shift in RBI's tactics to limit volatility<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">The central bank's strategy for managing rupee volatility has shifted, with a concentration on non-deliverable forwards rather than direct spot market operations. Market watchers have recognised this shift in methods, and Reuters has previously reported on it. The RBI's strategic action aims to create a more stable exchange rate environment in the face of altering market conditions.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Market reactions and future expectations<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Local oil companies have placed dollar bids, but the currency is expected to trade in a restricted range due to the RBI's indication to the market that it will intervene to prevent further devaluation. "The RBI has signalled&nbsp;to the market that it will prevent further weakness," a foreign exchange trader at a state-run bank said. The dollar index held at 105.3, while most Asian currencies remained range-bound as investors awaited critical US consumer inflation data and the Federal Reserve's policy announcement later that day. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The Fed is expected to hold rates steady, but new interest rate estimates will be widely watched. "Asia FX may face volatility from a potential upward shift in the Fed's median dot plot, which could push US yields and the US dollar higher," said Lloyd Chan, senior currency strategist at MUFG Bank.<o:p></o:p></p>

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The Indian rupee remained practically steady on Wednesday, owing to a possible intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which helped the currency escape a record low, according to traders.

The Indian rupee remained practically steady on Wednesday, owing to a possible intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which helped the currency escape a record low, according to traders. At 10:00 a.m. IST, the rupee stood at 83.56 against the US dollar, hardly changing from its previous close of 83.5650. RBI's strategic intervention in the NDF market Traders said the RBI most likely intervened in the non-deliverable forwards (NDF) market before the local spot market opened at 9:00 a.m. IST. The goal of this intervention was to keep the rupee stable. Routine interventions by the RBI, especially in the NDF market, have consistently supported the currency in recent sessions. "The RBI's intervention in the NDF market has changed...We are now quite clear and explicit that the RBI is involved in the forward market," RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said at a post-monetary policy press conference on Friday. Shift in RBI's tactics to limit volatility The central bank's strategy for managing rupee volatility has shifted, with a concentration on non-deliverable forwards rather than direct spot market operations. Market watchers have recognised this shift in methods, and Reuters has previously reported on it. The RBI's strategic action aims to create a more stable exchange rate environment in the face of altering market conditions. Market reactions and future expectations Local oil companies have placed dollar bids, but the currency is expected to trade in a restricted range due to the RBI's indication to the market that it will intervene to prevent further devaluation. "The RBI has signalled to the market that it will prevent further weakness," a foreign exchange trader at a state-run bank said. The dollar index held at 105.3, while most Asian currencies remained range-bound as investors awaited critical US consumer inflation data and the Federal Reserve's policy announcement later that day. The Fed is expected to hold rates steady, but new interest rate estimates will be widely watched. "Asia FX may face volatility from a potential upward shift in the Fed's median dot plot, which could push US yields and the US dollar higher," said Lloyd Chan, senior currency strategist at MUFG Bank. (With inputs from Agencies)

RBI intervention helps the Indian Rupee avoid record-low

<p>Telugu Desham Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu took oath as the chief minister of south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday (June 12). Naidu is taking the top post for the fourth time&nbsp;after his party clinched a thumping victory in the state's assembly elections, held alongside the general elections.</p>

<p>Naidu was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor S Abdul Nazeer at a ceremony in Vijayawada, attended by&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior leaders of the National Democracy Alliance (NDA), of which TDP is a part.</p>

<p>In the assembly elections, TDP had won&nbsp;135 of 175 seats, while its NDA allies Jana Sena Party (JSP) clinched 21 and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won eight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Naidu took oath at Gannavaram Mandal, Kesarapalli IT Park in Vijayawada, along with 25 ministers which included three leaders from&nbsp; JSP and one from BJP.</p>

<p>JSP chief Pawan Kalyan took oath as deputy chief minister. The son of Naidu, Nara Lokesh, was also part of the Cabinet.</p>

<p>Besides Modi, the oath-taking ceremony was attended by&nbsp;Union Ministers Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Ramdas Athawale, Anupriya Patel and Chirag Paswan; Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, NCP leader Praful Patel and former vice-president M Venkaiah Naidu.<br />
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<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/first-session-of-18th-lok-sabha-to-commence-on-june-24-to-july-3-kiren-rijiju-730994">First session of 18th Lok Sabha to commence on June 24 to July 3: Kiren Rijiju</a></p>

<p>Along with the politicians, actor-politicians Nandamuri Balakrishna, Konidela Chiranjeevi and actor Rajinikanth also attended the ceremony.</p>

<p>After taking oath, Naidu gave a warm hug to Prime Minister Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While speaking to newly-elected TDP MLAs, Naidu said he had sought the co-operation of the government in developing Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>BJP gets one seat in the Council of ministers</strong></h2>

<p>The council of ministers was earlier finalised after discussions between Naidu, Kalyan, and BJP national leaders Amit Shah and JP Nadda. It was decided that JSP’s Nadendla Manohar and Kandula Durgesh and BJP’s Y Satya Kumar will be included in the council.</p>

<p>The council of ministers has also included three women, two leaders from Scheduled Castes, eight from backward classes, one Muslim and a member of a Scheduled Tribe.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Four Kapus and Kammas each, one Vysya and three Reddys are also part of the Naidu’s council of ministers.</p>

<p>Naidu, who is called as 'CEO Chief Minister' for promoting 'ease of doing business', has served as the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh for three terms.</p>

<p>Naidu's TDP has emerged as the key ally of the NDA government at the centre after the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.<br />
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Telugu Desham Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu took oath as the chief minister of south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday (June 12). Naidu is taking the top post for the fourth time after his party clinched a thumping victory in the state's assembly elections, held alongside the general elections.

Telugu Desham Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu took oath as the chief minister of south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday (June 12). Naidu is taking the top post for the fourth time after his party clinched a thumping victory in the state's assembly elections, held alongside the general elections. Naidu was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor S Abdul Nazeer at a ceremony in Vijayawada, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior leaders of the National Democracy Alliance (NDA), of which TDP is a part. In the assembly elections, TDP had won 135 of 175 seats, while its NDA allies Jana Sena Party (JSP) clinched 21 and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won eight. Naidu took oath at Gannavaram Mandal, Kesarapalli IT Park in Vijayawada, along with 25 ministers which included three leaders from JSP and one from BJP. JSP chief Pawan Kalyan took oath as deputy chief minister. The son of Naidu, Nara Lokesh, was also part of the Cabinet. Besides Modi, the oath-taking ceremony was attended by Union Ministers Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Ramdas Athawale, Anupriya Patel and Chirag Paswan; Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, NCP leader Praful Patel and former vice-president M Venkaiah Naidu. Also Read: First session of 18th Lok Sabha to commence on June 24 to July 3: Kiren Rijiju Along with the politicians, actor-politicians Nandamuri Balakrishna, Konidela Chiranjeevi and actor Rajinikanth also attended the ceremony. After taking oath, Naidu gave a warm hug to Prime Minister Modi. #WATCH | Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, N Chandrababu Naidu hugs Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after taking the oath. pic.twitter.com/35NLmYvF0q — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2024 × While speaking to newly-elected TDP MLAs, Naidu said he had sought the co-operation of the government in developing Andhra Pradesh. BJP gets one seat in the Council of ministers The council of ministers was earlier finalised after discussions between Naidu, Kalyan, and BJP national leaders Amit Shah and JP Nadda. It was decided that JSP’s Nadendla Manohar and Kandula Durgesh and BJP’s Y Satya Kumar will be included in the council. The council of ministers has also included three women, two leaders from Scheduled Castes, eight from backward classes, one Muslim and a member of a Scheduled Tribe. Watch: India to rename Tibet sites after Arunachal Pradesh provocation, PM Modi approves Four Kapus and Kammas each, one Vysya and three Reddys are also part of the Naidu’s council of ministers. Naidu, who is called as 'CEO Chief Minister' for promoting 'ease of doing business', has served as the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh for three terms. Naidu's TDP has emerged as the key ally of the NDA government at the centre after the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. (With inputs from agencies)

Chandrababu Naidu takes oath as chief minister of India's Andhra Pradesh

<p>The United States said that it has started “evaluating” the formal response sent by Hamas to their Gaza ceasefire proposal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Secretary of State&nbsp;Antony Blinken has been making efforts to channel global support for a UN Security Council resolution which supports the proposal of a ceasefire between the Palestinian militant group and Israel.</p>

<p>A Hamas official on Tuesday (June 11) said that they submitted a response to Egyptian and Qatari mediators which sought some “amendments” and added that ensuring a “complete stop” to the war was their priority.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Hamas spokesperson Jihad Taha said that the response included “amendments that confirm the ceasefire, withdrawal, reconstruction and [prisoner] exchange”.</p>

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<p>On Tuesday (June 11), US National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby informed the journalists that Washington received the reply from Hamas and was “evaluating it right now".&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the second day of his Middle East visit, Blinken said that Israel’s Prime Minister&nbsp;Benjamin Netanyahu “reaffirmed his commitment” to the proposal.</p>

<p>Blinken held talks with Israeli opposition leaders on Tuesday (June 11) and also held discussions with the families of the hostages before he travelled to Jordan to hold an emergency summit on humanitarian aid for Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the Gaza Strip, the population has suffered massive displacement and more than a million people are on the brink of famine.</p>

<p>Speaking at a conference, Blinken announced an extra $404mn&nbsp;in funding for humanitarian aid for&nbsp;Gaza and appealed to other countries to increase donations.</p>

<h2><strong>US unveils ceasefire deal for Israel and Hamas&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>US President Joe Biden unveiled the ceasefire deal at the end of May and it was approved by the United Nations on Monday (June 10).</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel war: Hamas proposes new timeline for ceasefire, offers ammendments to US-backed proposals</strong></p>

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<p>The deal was presented by Biden as an Israeli initiative as he said that the ceasefire proposal which didn't work earlier was a&nbsp;“non-starter”.</p>

<p>The proposal called for an initial exchange of elderly, sick or female hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees held by Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ceasefire is aimed at permanently ending&nbsp;hostilities and ensure&nbsp;that all hostages are released in the second phase.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.</strong></em></p>

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The United States said that it has started “evaluating” the formal response sent by Hamas to their Gaza ceasefire proposal. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been making efforts to channel global support for a UN Security Council resolution which supports the proposal of a ceasefire between the Palestinian militant group and Israel.

The United States said that it has started “evaluating” the formal response sent by Hamas to their Gaza ceasefire proposal. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been making efforts to channel global support for a UN Security Council resolution which supports the proposal of a ceasefire between the Palestinian militant group and Israel. A Hamas official on Tuesday (June 11) said that they submitted a response to Egyptian and Qatari mediators which sought some “amendments” and added that ensuring a “complete stop” to the war was their priority. Meanwhile, Hamas spokesperson Jihad Taha said that the response included “amendments that confirm the ceasefire, withdrawal, reconstruction and [prisoner] exchange”. Also Read: UN report exposes 'extreme levels' of child abuse in armed conflicts, especially in Gaza and Sudan On Tuesday (June 11), US National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby informed the journalists that Washington received the reply from Hamas and was “evaluating it right now". On the second day of his Middle East visit, Blinken said that Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “reaffirmed his commitment” to the proposal. Blinken held talks with Israeli opposition leaders on Tuesday (June 11) and also held discussions with the families of the hostages before he travelled to Jordan to hold an emergency summit on humanitarian aid for Gaza. In the Gaza Strip, the population has suffered massive displacement and more than a million people are on the brink of famine. Speaking at a conference, Blinken announced an extra $404mn in funding for humanitarian aid for Gaza and appealed to other countries to increase donations. US unveils ceasefire deal for Israel and Hamas US President Joe Biden unveiled the ceasefire deal at the end of May and it was approved by the United Nations on Monday (June 10). Watch: Israel war: Hamas proposes new timeline for ceasefire, offers ammendments to US-backed proposals The deal was presented by Biden as an Israeli initiative as he said that the ceasefire proposal which didn't work earlier was a “non-starter”. The proposal called for an initial exchange of elderly, sick or female hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees held by Israel. The ceasefire is aimed at permanently ending hostilities and ensure that all hostages are released in the second phase. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

US 'evaluating' amendments sought by Hamas in Gaza ceasefire proposal

<p class="MsoNormal">Indian shares began Wednesday on a good note, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty rising in early trading, boosted by strong gains in technology firms.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The BSE Sensex jumped 506 points to 76,963, while the Nifty50 index gained 0.65 per cent to 23,417.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Tech Mahindra, Tata Motors, HCL Tech, TCS, and Powergrid led the surge on the Sensex, while Bharti Airtel, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, and Ultratech Cement suffered losses.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Meanwhile, on the Nifty 50, BPCL, Wipro, and LTIMindtree outperformed, while NTPC, Grasim Industries, and Titan fell.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Broader indexes outperformed benchmarks, with the MidCap index rising 0.49 per cent and the SmallCap index increasing by 0.62 per cent.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">In terms of sector performance, Nifty IT, Nifty Media, and Nifty Oil and Gas all saw considerable gains, climbing 1.34 per cent, 1.05 per cent, and 0.97 per cent, respectively. Conversely, Nifty FMCG fell 0.28 per cent.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Investors are also looking forward to India's inflation data, which is due later today. According to a Reuters poll, economists expect a modest increase to 4.89 per cent from 4.83 per cent in April.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><i>(With inputs from Agencies)</i><o:p></o:p></p>


Indian shares began Wednesday on a good note, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty rising in early trading, boosted by strong gains in technology firms. The BSE Sensex jumped 506 points to 76,963, while the Nifty50 index gained 0.

Indian shares began Wednesday on a good note, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty rising in early trading, boosted by strong gains in technology firms. The BSE Sensex jumped 506 points to 76,963, while the Nifty50 index gained 0.65 per cent to 23,417. Tech Mahindra, Tata Motors, HCL Tech, TCS, and Powergrid led the surge on the Sensex, while Bharti Airtel, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, and Ultratech Cement suffered losses. Meanwhile, on the Nifty 50, BPCL, Wipro, and LTIMindtree outperformed, while NTPC, Grasim Industries, and Titan fell. Broader indexes outperformed benchmarks, with the MidCap index rising 0.49 per cent and the SmallCap index increasing by 0.62 per cent. In terms of sector performance, Nifty IT, Nifty Media, and Nifty Oil and Gas all saw considerable gains, climbing 1.34 per cent, 1.05 per cent, and 0.97 per cent, respectively. Conversely, Nifty FMCG fell 0.28 per cent. Investors are also looking forward to India's inflation data, which is due later today. According to a Reuters poll, economists expect a modest increase to 4.89 per cent from 4.83 per cent in April. (With inputs from Agencies)

Indian stocks surge in early trade, tech shares lead gains

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Activity in Football-Linked tokens grow<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">As football mania spreads across Europe and the Americas, a small but buzzy segment of the cryptoverse takes centre stage: fan tokens. These are not your typical digital assets; they are tokens issued by national teams or individual clubs that promise fans a tradeable means to interact with their teams.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Rising market value of Chiliz cryptocurrency<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Token activity concerning participating national teams has surged ahead of the Euro 2024 European football championship, which begins on Friday, and the Copa América in North and South America, which starts a week later. The market value of the Chiliz cryptocurrency, the native coin of the Socios blockchain that hosts the most important fan tokens, has risen to nearly $1.07 billion from $687 million at the beginning of the year. This rise is approaching levels last seen before the 2022 World Cup, according to CoinGecko.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Increasing trading volumes<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Trading volumes for fan tokens have also increased in recent months, reaching more than $170 million on May 24, up from $25 million to $57 million for the whole of January, according to Kaiko data. The total market value of listed fan tokens is approximately $413 million, according to CoinGecko data. This summer of sports could be a litmus test for the still-developing industry of fan tokens, which often provide benefits such as lottery entries, early ticket access, product discounts, or the ability to vote on small choices such as match tunes.<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Supporters and critics weigh in<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Supporters hail the tokens as a rare example of real-world crypto utility, while detractors point out contradictions between the stated goal of team participation and the speculative—and risky—nature of tradable assets. A Chiliz spokeswoman stated that the company's marketing made it clear that "fan tokens are fan-engagement tools and should be used as such."<o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><b>Future of fan tokens<o:p></o:p></b></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">The price of Portugal's fan token has risen by around 2% in the last 30 days to $2.94, while Argentina's token temporarily reached its highest level since 2022 at $2.46—though both are still trading below their peaks set around the 2022 World Cup. "There has been a significant increase in trading volumes, but we expect it to be short-lived," said Jag Kooner, head of derivatives at Bitfinex, predicting a dip in trade after the World Cup.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The fan token market is headed for an interesting test this summer, as major football tournaments could either boost or promote the sector's speculative nature.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><i>(With inputs from Agencies)</i><o:p></o:p></p>


Activity in Football-Linked tokens grow As football mania spreads across Europe and the Americas, a small but buzzy segment of the cryptoverse takes centre stage: fan tokens.

Activity in Football-Linked tokens grow As football mania spreads across Europe and the Americas, a small but buzzy segment of the cryptoverse takes centre stage: fan tokens. These are not your typical digital assets; they are tokens issued by national teams or individual clubs that promise fans a tradeable means to interact with their teams. Rising market value of Chiliz cryptocurrency Token activity concerning participating national teams has surged ahead of the Euro 2024 European football championship, which begins on Friday, and the Copa América in North and South America, which starts a week later. The market value of the Chiliz cryptocurrency, the native coin of the Socios blockchain that hosts the most important fan tokens, has risen to nearly $1.07 billion from $687 million at the beginning of the year. This rise is approaching levels last seen before the 2022 World Cup, according to CoinGecko. Increasing trading volumes Trading volumes for fan tokens have also increased in recent months, reaching more than $170 million on May 24, up from $25 million to $57 million for the whole of January, according to Kaiko data. The total market value of listed fan tokens is approximately $413 million, according to CoinGecko data. This summer of sports could be a litmus test for the still-developing industry of fan tokens, which often provide benefits such as lottery entries, early ticket access, product discounts, or the ability to vote on small choices such as match tunes. Supporters and critics weigh in Supporters hail the tokens as a rare example of real-world crypto utility, while detractors point out contradictions between the stated goal of team participation and the speculative—and risky—nature of tradable assets. A Chiliz spokeswoman stated that the company's marketing made it clear that "fan tokens are fan-engagement tools and should be used as such." Future of fan tokens The price of Portugal's fan token has risen by around 2% in the last 30 days to $2.94, while Argentina's token temporarily reached its highest level since 2022 at $2.46—though both are still trading below their peaks set around the 2022 World Cup. "There has been a significant increase in trading volumes, but we expect it to be short-lived," said Jag Kooner, head of derivatives at Bitfinex, predicting a dip in trade after the World Cup. The fan token market is headed for an interesting test this summer, as major football tournaments could either boost or promote the sector's speculative nature. (With inputs from Agencies)

Fan tokens surge ahead of Euro 2024 and Copa América

<p>In a new study, the researchers have observed that astronauts can suffer from permanent kidney damage if they go on missions to Mars.</p>

<p>A review of the health impacts of space travel on the 24 astronauts who had travelled to the moon has found that many of them suffered changes to their kidneys as a result.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/spacebug-found-lurking-in-iss-heres-how-it-is-threatening-sunita-williams-crew-730692">'Spacebug' found lurking on ISS. Here's how it endangers Sunita Williams and crew</a></p>

<p>As per the study, the astronauts can develop painful kidney stones and may even need dialysis.&nbsp;The manned missions to Mars have been planned by both the US space agency NASA and the electric car tycoon Elon Musk.</p>

<h2><strong>Need for drugs to protect the kidneys of astronauts&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Till the time new drugs are not made to protect the kidneys of astronauts, the health risk "would jeopardise" all kinds of 66 million-mile round trips to the red planet planned in the future.</p>

<p>The drugs can also prove beneficial on Earth as a protective medication to prevent&nbsp;cancer patients from getting their kidneys harmed during radiotherapy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>University College London scientists carried out a study of potential health impacts on space travellers and discovered that they are likely to suffer from kidney stones and may need dialysis when they are on the return flight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The study was published in Nature Communications and it was the largest analysis on kidney health in space flight till now.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Is China practicing placing payload in space?</strong></p>

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<p>Since the 1970s, researchers have been aware that space flight leads to certain health issues. The health issues included weakening of the heart and eyesight, development of kidney stones and loss of bone mass.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A UCL-headed team of researchers from more than 40 institutions carried out a range of experiments and further looked into how kidneys were responding to space flight.</p>

<p>The authors said, "The most alarming finding, at least for any astronaut considering a three-year round trip to Mars, is that the kidneys of mice exposed to radiation simulating GCR for 2.5 years experienced permanent damage and loss of function."</p>

<p>Author of the study from the London Tubular Centre, based at the UCL Department of Renal Medicine Dr Keith Siew said, "If we don't develop new ways to protect the kidneys, I'd say that while an astronaut could make it to Mars they might need dialysis on the way back.&nbsp;We know that the kidneys are late to show signs of radiation damage; by the time this becomes apparent it's probably too late to prevent failure, which would be catastrophic for the mission's chances of success."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a new study, the researchers have observed that astronauts can suffer from permanent kidney damage if they go on missions to Mars. A review of the health impacts of space travel on the 24 astronauts who had travelled to the moon has found that many of them suffered changes to their kidneys as a result.

In a new study, the researchers have observed that astronauts can suffer from permanent kidney damage if they go on missions to Mars. A review of the health impacts of space travel on the 24 astronauts who had travelled to the moon has found that many of them suffered changes to their kidneys as a result. Also Read: 'Spacebug' found lurking on ISS. Here's how it endangers Sunita Williams and crew As per the study, the astronauts can develop painful kidney stones and may even need dialysis. The manned missions to Mars have been planned by both the US space agency NASA and the electric car tycoon Elon Musk. Need for drugs to protect the kidneys of astronauts Till the time new drugs are not made to protect the kidneys of astronauts, the health risk "would jeopardise" all kinds of 66 million-mile round trips to the red planet planned in the future. The drugs can also prove beneficial on Earth as a protective medication to prevent cancer patients from getting their kidneys harmed during radiotherapy. University College London scientists carried out a study of potential health impacts on space travellers and discovered that they are likely to suffer from kidney stones and may need dialysis when they are on the return flight. The study was published in Nature Communications and it was the largest analysis on kidney health in space flight till now. Watch: Is China practicing placing payload in space? Since the 1970s, researchers have been aware that space flight leads to certain health issues. The health issues included weakening of the heart and eyesight, development of kidney stones and loss of bone mass. A UCL-headed team of researchers from more than 40 institutions carried out a range of experiments and further looked into how kidneys were responding to space flight. The authors said, "The most alarming finding, at least for any astronaut considering a three-year round trip to Mars, is that the kidneys of mice exposed to radiation simulating GCR for 2.5 years experienced permanent damage and loss of function." Author of the study from the London Tubular Centre, based at the UCL Department of Renal Medicine Dr Keith Siew said, "If we don't develop new ways to protect the kidneys, I'd say that while an astronaut could make it to Mars they might need dialysis on the way back. We know that the kidneys are late to show signs of radiation damage; by the time this becomes apparent it's probably too late to prevent failure, which would be catastrophic for the mission's chances of success." (With inputs from agencies)

A trip to Mars might cost astronauts their kidneys, study on space flights reveals

<p>The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) can be considered a cosmic detective which has been on the hunt for the explosive deaths of massive stars which occurred in the early universe.</p>

<p>Till now, the telescope has discovered evidence of 80 new early supernovas. Among these supernovas, they have found the earliest and furthest supernova ever discovered.</p>

<p>This supernova exploded at a time when the 13.8 billion-year-old universe was only 1.8 billion years old.</p>

<p>The team of scientists studied the data collected by the&nbsp;JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey (JADES)&nbsp;programme for finding this cluster of supernovas, which includes&nbsp;Type Ia blasts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These kinds of blasts are called "standard candles" by astronomers and can be used for measuring cosmic distances.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Is JWST working as a supernova discovery machine?</strong></h2>

<p>Before the JWST started operating in the summer of 2022, just a handful of supernovas were discovered which dates back to when the universe was only 3.3 billion years old.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-detect-magnetic-massive-stars-in-neighbouring-galaxies-for-the-first-time-727473">Scientists detect massive magnetic stars in neighbouring galaxies for the first time</a></p>

<p>However, the JADES sample contained various supernovas which exploded even further in the past. Some of them&nbsp;erupted when the universe was less than 2 billion years old.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, third-year graduate student at the Steward Observatory and the University of Arizona in Tucson and team member Christa DeCoursey said, "The JWST is a supernova discovery machine. The sheer number of detections plus the great distances to these supernovas are the two most exciting outcomes from our survey."</p>

<p>The JWST's unparalleled&nbsp;infrared sensitivity&nbsp;means that it has been finding supernovas almost everywhere it has looked in the cosmos.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;Hubble Space Telescope&nbsp;had earlier allowed astronomers to see supernovas which were so distant that they existed at a time when the universe was in its "young adult" phase.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Boeing to send Starliner space capsule with 2 astronauts'</strong></p>

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<p>With the help of the JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey (JADES)&nbsp;programme and the JWST telescope, astronomers are able to observe supernovas when the cosmos was in its "teens" or even "pre-teens."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is really our first sample of what the&nbsp;high-redshift universe&nbsp;looks like for transient science," said JADES team member Justin Pierel, who is also a NASA Einstein Fellow at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) in Baltimore, Maryland.</p>

<p>"We are trying to identify whether distant supernovas are fundamentally different from or very much like what we see in the nearby universe," he added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) can be considered a cosmic detective which has been on the hunt for the explosive deaths of massive stars which occurred in the early universe.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) can be considered a cosmic detective which has been on the hunt for the explosive deaths of massive stars which occurred in the early universe. Till now, the telescope has discovered evidence of 80 new early supernovas. Among these supernovas, they have found the earliest and furthest supernova ever discovered. This supernova exploded at a time when the 13.8 billion-year-old universe was only 1.8 billion years old. The team of scientists studied the data collected by the JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey (JADES) programme for finding this cluster of supernovas, which includes Type Ia blasts. These kinds of blasts are called "standard candles" by astronomers and can be used for measuring cosmic distances. Is JWST working as a supernova discovery machine? Before the JWST started operating in the summer of 2022, just a handful of supernovas were discovered which dates back to when the universe was only 3.3 billion years old. Also Read: Scientists detect massive magnetic stars in neighbouring galaxies for the first time However, the JADES sample contained various supernovas which exploded even further in the past. Some of them erupted when the universe was less than 2 billion years old. In a statement, third-year graduate student at the Steward Observatory and the University of Arizona in Tucson and team member Christa DeCoursey said, "The JWST is a supernova discovery machine. The sheer number of detections plus the great distances to these supernovas are the two most exciting outcomes from our survey." The JWST's unparalleled infrared sensitivity means that it has been finding supernovas almost everywhere it has looked in the cosmos. The Hubble Space Telescope had earlier allowed astronomers to see supernovas which were so distant that they existed at a time when the universe was in its "young adult" phase. Watch: Boeing to send Starliner space capsule with 2 astronauts' With the help of the JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey (JADES) programme and the JWST telescope, astronomers are able to observe supernovas when the cosmos was in its "teens" or even "pre-teens." "This is really our first sample of what the high-redshift universe looks like for transient science," said JADES team member Justin Pierel, who is also a NASA Einstein Fellow at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) in Baltimore, Maryland. "We are trying to identify whether distant supernovas are fundamentally different from or very much like what we see in the nearby universe," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Supernova hunter James Webb spots most distant star explosion

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