<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/starting-fairly-soon-says-trump-on-immigration-raids-233453">Starting 'fairly soon', says Trump on immigration raids</a></p>

<p>President Donald Trump said on Friday mass deportation roundups would begin "fairly soon" as US migrant advocates vowed their communities would be "ready" when immigration officers come.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-seeks-to-override-supreme-court-ruling-on-census-233448">US President Donald Trump seeks to override Supreme Court ruling on census</a></p>

<p>President Donald Trump said Friday he was weighing an executive order to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking his administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 US census, which opponents say is politically motivated.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/fuel-prices-go-up-in-delhi-petrol-up-by-rs-245-at-rs-7296-233462">Fuel prices go up in Delhi, petrol costlier by Rs 2.45 at Rs 72.96</a></p>

<p>Petrol price in Delhi went up on Saturday by Rs 2.45, it will now cost Rs 72.96 per litre in the capital city. Diesel price has gone up by Rs 2.36, now at 66.69 per litre in Delhi.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amazon-founder-jeff-bezos-divorce-final-with-38-billion-settlement-report-233449">Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce final with $38 billion settlement: Report</a></p>

<p>Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce from his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, was finalised by a Seattle-area judge on Friday, paving the way for her to receive $38.3 billion worth of Amazon stock, Bloomberg reported.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alaska-heat-wave-shatters-citys-record-disrupts-jobs-and-lives-233451">Alaska heat wave shatters city's record, disrupts jobs and lives</a></p>

<p>Fourth of July fireworks were cancelled due to risk of wildfires caused by 'extreme dry weather conditions,' as temperatures matching those in Miami highlighted rapid warming in a region considered particularly vulnerable to climate change.&nbsp;</p>


Starting 'fairly soon', says Trump on immigration raids President Donald Trump said on Friday mass deportation roundups would begin "fairly soon" as US migrant advocates vowed their communities would be "ready" when immigration officers come.

Starting 'fairly soon', says Trump on immigration raids President Donald Trump said on Friday mass deportation roundups would begin "fairly soon" as US migrant advocates vowed their communities would be "ready" when immigration officers come. US President Donald Trump seeks to override Supreme Court ruling on census President Donald Trump said Friday he was weighing an executive order to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking his administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 US census, which opponents say is politically motivated. Fuel prices go up in Delhi, petrol costlier by Rs 2.45 at Rs 72.96 Petrol price in Delhi went up on Saturday by Rs 2.45, it will now cost Rs 72.96 per litre in the capital city. Diesel price has gone up by Rs 2.36, now at 66.69 per litre in Delhi. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce final with $38 billion settlement: Report Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce from his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, was finalised by a Seattle-area judge on Friday, paving the way for her to receive $38.3 billion worth of Amazon stock, Bloomberg reported. Alaska heat wave shatters city's record, disrupts jobs and lives Fourth of July fireworks were cancelled due to risk of wildfires caused by 'extreme dry weather conditions,' as temperatures matching those in Miami highlighted rapid warming in a region considered particularly vulnerable to climate change.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-seeks-to-override-supreme-court-ruling-on-census-233448">US President Donald Trump</a> on Friday said his administration is working on an executive order to reduce US drug prices to match the lowest in the world.</p>

<p>"We're working on a favoured nations law where we pay whatever the lowest nation's price is," Trump told reporters from the White House South Lawn.</p>

<p>"As you know, for years and years other nations paid less for drugs than we do, sometimes by 60 per cent, 70 per cent," he said.</p>

<p>The president accused pharmaceutical companies of having "taken advantage of the system for a long time," with US drug prices often exceeding those in neighbouring Canada and Mexico as well as Europe.</p>

<p>"Why should other nations like Canada -- why should other nations pay much less than us?" Trump said, declaring that he would handle the matter "in the form of an executive order."</p>

<p>Beginning this month the United States will require pharmaceutical companies to disclose the price of their drugs during television commercials, a measure which Trump has praised for its "historic transparency."</p>

<p>About half of Americans have health insurance with a high deductible which can reach thousands of dollars a year, in many cases more than $5,000 or $6,000 annually.</p>

<p>Many have to pay the full drug price until they have spent their annual deductible amount.</p>

<p>Despite pressure from the president, US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer in January increased the price of 41 drugs, which represents 10 per cent of its drug portfolio.</p>

<p>As with other pharmaceutical companies, Pfizer is facing the loss of patents for some of its biggest blockbuster drugs. Manufacturers are justifying a hike in prices saying they need to pay for research and development.</p>


US President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration is working on an executive order to reduce US drug prices to match the lowest in the world. "We're working on a favoured nations law where we pay whatever the lowest nation's price is," Trump told reporters from the White House South Lawn.

US President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration is working on an executive order to reduce US drug prices to match the lowest in the world. "We're working on a favoured nations law where we pay whatever the lowest nation's price is," Trump told reporters from the White House South Lawn. "As you know, for years and years other nations paid less for drugs than we do, sometimes by 60 per cent, 70 per cent," he said. The president accused pharmaceutical companies of having "taken advantage of the system for a long time," with US drug prices often exceeding those in neighbouring Canada and Mexico as well as Europe. "Why should other nations like Canada -- why should other nations pay much less than us?" Trump said, declaring that he would handle the matter "in the form of an executive order." Beginning this month the United States will require pharmaceutical companies to disclose the price of their drugs during television commercials, a measure which Trump has praised for its "historic transparency." About half of Americans have health insurance with a high deductible which can reach thousands of dollars a year, in many cases more than $5,000 or $6,000 annually. Many have to pay the full drug price until they have spent their annual deductible amount. Despite pressure from the president, US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer in January increased the price of 41 drugs, which represents 10 per cent of its drug portfolio. As with other pharmaceutical companies, Pfizer is facing the loss of patents for some of its biggest blockbuster drugs. Manufacturers are justifying a hike in prices saying they need to pay for research and development.

Trump promises to reduce US drug prices to world's lowest

<p>Temperatures in Alaska's largest city Anchorage have soared to a sweltering all-time record of 90 degrees Fahrenheit as a heat wave grips the US state which straddles the Arctic Circle.</p>

<p>Fourth of July fireworks were cancelled due to risk of wildfires caused by "extreme dry weather conditions," as temperatures matching those in Miami highlighted rapid warming in a region considered particularly vulnerable to climate change.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At 5pm this afternoon, Anchorage International Airport officially hit 90 degrees for the first time on record," tweeted the National Weather Service (NWS) late Thursday.</p>

<p>The previous record was 85 degrees, set in June 1969.</p>

<p>The average high temperature for July 4 in Anchorage, located in southern Alaska, is a far cooler 65 degrees.</p>

<p><strong>Giant high-pressure ridge</strong></p>

<p>The abnormally warm weather is being caused by a "giant ridge of high pressure sitting right over us," NWS meteorologist Bill Ludwig told the Anchorage Daily News.</p>

<p>Alaska had earlier broken temperature records throughout a hot spring, particularly in the Arctic zone which is especially sensitive to fluctuations in climate.</p>

<p>All 30 days in June had above-average temperatures, the NWS said.</p>

<p>According to scientists, Alaska is warming at twice the rate of the global average.</p>

<p>"From 1901 to 2016, average temperatures in the mainland United States increased by 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit... whereas in Alaska they increased by 4.7 degrees," Rick Thoman, a climate specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy, told AFP in April.</p>

<p><strong>Fast-melting ice</strong></p>

<p>The dramatic warming Alaska has experienced in recent years -- linked partly to a decline in sea ice and Arctic ocean warming -- has wreaked havoc on local communities, wildlife and the state's economy.</p>

<p>Permafrost -- the frozen ground that covers almost 85 per cent of Alaska -- is thawing, affecting everything from building foundations to wildlife habitats and the picking of berries that grow on the tundra.</p>

<p>Frozen rivers usually serve as transport routes in winter, as two-thirds of communities in the state are not accessible by road.</p>

<p>But higher temperatures have made the ice dangerously thin and unsafe for truck or car travel.</p>

<p>Many recreational sled-dog races have had to be cancelled this year, and the famed Iditarod race had to be re-routed as what is normally solid sea ice was open water on part of the race course.</p>

<p>Crab fishing has also been affected as the sea ice that fishermen use as a platform is non-existent or too thin in some areas.</p>

<p>Alaska's seal population is likely to be affected this summer, as some species give birth on solid ice, Thoman said.</p>

<p>Global warming has led to the lowest ice levels in the Bering Sea -- which connects with the Arctic Ocean -- since 1850, when sea ice records were first kept, he added.</p>

<p>While it is unprecedented for the mercury to hit 90 degrees in coastal Anchorage, temperatures as high as 100 degrees have been recorded in Alaska's interior.</p>

<p>The high-pressure system causing the current spike in temperatures is expected to shift north to inland areas in the coming days, with further records likely to be broken, according to AccuWeather.&nbsp;</p>


Temperatures in Alaska's largest city Anchorage have soared to a sweltering all-time record of 90 degrees Fahrenheit as a heat wave grips the US state which straddles the Arctic Circle.

Temperatures in Alaska's largest city Anchorage have soared to a sweltering all-time record of 90 degrees Fahrenheit as a heat wave grips the US state which straddles the Arctic Circle. Fourth of July fireworks were cancelled due to risk of wildfires caused by "extreme dry weather conditions," as temperatures matching those in Miami highlighted rapid warming in a region considered particularly vulnerable to climate change. "At 5pm this afternoon, Anchorage International Airport officially hit 90 degrees for the first time on record," tweeted the National Weather Service (NWS) late Thursday. The previous record was 85 degrees, set in June 1969. The average high temperature for July 4 in Anchorage, located in southern Alaska, is a far cooler 65 degrees. Giant high-pressure ridge The abnormally warm weather is being caused by a "giant ridge of high pressure sitting right over us," NWS meteorologist Bill Ludwig told the Anchorage Daily News. Alaska had earlier broken temperature records throughout a hot spring, particularly in the Arctic zone which is especially sensitive to fluctuations in climate. All 30 days in June had above-average temperatures, the NWS said. According to scientists, Alaska is warming at twice the rate of the global average. "From 1901 to 2016, average temperatures in the mainland United States increased by 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit... whereas in Alaska they increased by 4.7 degrees," Rick Thoman, a climate specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy, told AFP in April. Fast-melting ice The dramatic warming Alaska has experienced in recent years -- linked partly to a decline in sea ice and Arctic ocean warming -- has wreaked havoc on local communities, wildlife and the state's economy. Permafrost -- the frozen ground that covers almost 85 per cent of Alaska -- is thawing, affecting everything from building foundations to wildlife habitats and the picking of berries that grow on the tundra. Frozen rivers usually serve as transport routes in winter, as two-thirds of communities in the state are not accessible by road. But higher temperatures have made the ice dangerously thin and unsafe for truck or car travel. Many recreational sled-dog races have had to be cancelled this year, and the famed Iditarod race had to be re-routed as what is normally solid sea ice was open water on part of the race course. Crab fishing has also been affected as the sea ice that fishermen use as a platform is non-existent or too thin in some areas. Alaska's seal population is likely to be affected this summer, as some species give birth on solid ice, Thoman said. Global warming has led to the lowest ice levels in the Bering Sea -- which connects with the Arctic Ocean -- since 1850, when sea ice records were first kept, he added. While it is unprecedented for the mercury to hit 90 degrees in coastal Anchorage, temperatures as high as 100 degrees have been recorded in Alaska's interior. The high-pressure system causing the current spike in temperatures is expected to shift north to inland areas in the coming days, with further records likely to be broken, according to AccuWeather.

Alaska heat wave shatters city's record, disrupts jobs and lives

<p>Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce from his wife of 25 years, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeff-bezos-ex-wife-cedes-control-of-amazon-in-divorce-deal-208021">MacKenzie Bezos</a>, was finalised by a Seattle-area judge on Friday, paving the way for her to receive $38.3 billion worth of Amazon stock, Bloomberg reported.</p>

<p>In April, Amazon, the world's biggest online retailer, said in a filing that 4% of its outstanding stock or 19.7 million shares would be registered in MacKenzie Bezos' name after court approval of the divorce.</p>

<p>The couple announced their plan to divorce in a joint Twitter statement in January, causing some to worry that Jeff Bezos could wind up with reduced Amazon voting power or that he or MacKenzie would liquidate a large position.</p>

<p>He retains a 12% stake worth $114.8 billion and remains the world's richest person, Bloomberg said. MacKenzie Bezos has said she would give him voting control of her shares.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Forbes billionaire list announces Amazon founder as 'Richest man on Planet'</strong></p>

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<p>MacKenzie in May pledged to give half her fortune to charity to join the "Giving Pledge," a campaign announced by billionaire Warren Buffett and Microsoft Corp co-founder Bill Gates in 2010.</p>


Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce from his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, was finalised by a Seattle-area judge on Friday, paving the way for her to receive $38.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce from his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, was finalised by a Seattle-area judge on Friday, paving the way for her to receive $38.3 billion worth of Amazon stock, Bloomberg reported. In April, Amazon, the world's biggest online retailer, said in a filing that 4% of its outstanding stock or 19.7 million shares would be registered in MacKenzie Bezos' name after court approval of the divorce. The couple announced their plan to divorce in a joint Twitter statement in January, causing some to worry that Jeff Bezos could wind up with reduced Amazon voting power or that he or MacKenzie would liquidate a large position. He retains a 12% stake worth $114.8 billion and remains the world's richest person, Bloomberg said. MacKenzie Bezos has said she would give him voting control of her shares. Watch: Forbes billionaire list announces Amazon founder as 'Richest man on Planet' MacKenzie in May pledged to give half her fortune to charity to join the "Giving Pledge," a campaign announced by billionaire Warren Buffett and Microsoft Corp co-founder Bill Gates in 2010.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' divorce final with $38 billion settlement: Report

<p>President Donald Trump said Friday he was weighing an executive order to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking his administration from adding a question about <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-abandons-controversial-census-change-232627">citizenship to the 2020 US census</a>, which opponents say is politically motivated.</p>

<p>A week after the high court blocked the question and the administration announced it would accept the decision, the Justice Department also indicated Friday that it was seeking a new legal justification to add the citizenship question to the decennial national survey.</p>

<p>Trump appeared determined to find a way around the court's June 27 ruling, in which Chief Justice John Roberts said the administration had "contrived" a bogus reason to add the question, claiming it would help enforce minority rights.</p>

<p>Plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the government however provided documents to the court showing that the proposal by Commerce Department Secretary Wilbur Ross originally arose from Republican efforts to dilute voter support for Democrats in immigrant-heavy districts.</p>

<p>Trump himself appeared to confirm that Friday, saying the question is important "for districting," the process of outlining congressional districts.</p>

<p>Asked if he would resort to an executive order to override the Supreme Court's narrow 5-4 decision, Trump replied: "We're thinking about doing that. We have four or five ways we can do it."</p>

<p><strong>Printing of census forms underway</strong></p>

<p>On Tuesday, Ross accepted the high court ruling and announced that the US Census Bureau would immediately begin printing census questionnaires without a question on whether respondent households had any non-citizens in them.</p>

<p>But on Wednesday Trump stunned his own Commerce and Justice Departments, announcing via Twitter that he would continue fighting to add the question.</p>

<p>"The News Reports about the Department of Commerce dropping its quest to put the Citizenship Question on the Census is incorrect or, to state it differently, FAKE!" he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US is 'stronger than it ever was before', says Trump</strong></p>

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<p>"We are absolutely moving forward, as we must, because of the importance of the answer to this question."</p>

<p>Hours later Justice Department lawyers told a lower court judge that they were blindsided by Trump's tweet.</p>

<p>On Friday, they indicated in a fresh court filing that they were looking for new legal rationales for adding the citizenship question that might be accepted by the Supreme Court.</p>

<p>They gave no date as to when that could happen.</p>

<p>But it was virtually certain that any new justification, or any Trump order on the issue, would be challenged immediately in lawsuits, forcing the case back to the high court.</p>

<p>That could risk delaying the crucial census, already on a tight timeline due to the delay from earlier litigation.</p>

<p>The Justice Department declined to answer questions on what rationale they could use to justify adding the question or whether an executive order -- which could spark a constitutional crisis -- is forthcoming.</p>

<p>Democrats said the rational remains clear -- to weaken their electoral districts.</p>

<p>"This is a partisan attempt to rig the census and electoral districts for years to come," said Democratic Representative Carolyn Maloney.</p>


President Donald Trump said Friday he was weighing an executive order to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking his administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 US census, which opponents say is politically motivated.

President Donald Trump said Friday he was weighing an executive order to overcome a Supreme Court ruling blocking his administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 US census, which opponents say is politically motivated. A week after the high court blocked the question and the administration announced it would accept the decision, the Justice Department also indicated Friday that it was seeking a new legal justification to add the citizenship question to the decennial national survey. Trump appeared determined to find a way around the court's June 27 ruling, in which Chief Justice John Roberts said the administration had "contrived" a bogus reason to add the question, claiming it would help enforce minority rights. Plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the government however provided documents to the court showing that the proposal by Commerce Department Secretary Wilbur Ross originally arose from Republican efforts to dilute voter support for Democrats in immigrant-heavy districts. Trump himself appeared to confirm that Friday, saying the question is important "for districting," the process of outlining congressional districts. Asked if he would resort to an executive order to override the Supreme Court's narrow 5-4 decision, Trump replied: "We're thinking about doing that. We have four or five ways we can do it." Printing of census forms underway On Tuesday, Ross accepted the high court ruling and announced that the US Census Bureau would immediately begin printing census questionnaires without a question on whether respondent households had any non-citizens in them. But on Wednesday Trump stunned his own Commerce and Justice Departments, announcing via Twitter that he would continue fighting to add the question. "The News Reports about the Department of Commerce dropping its quest to put the Citizenship Question on the Census is incorrect or, to state it differently, FAKE!" he said. Watch: US is 'stronger than it ever was before', says Trump "We are absolutely moving forward, as we must, because of the importance of the answer to this question." Hours later Justice Department lawyers told a lower court judge that they were blindsided by Trump's tweet. On Friday, they indicated in a fresh court filing that they were looking for new legal rationales for adding the citizenship question that might be accepted by the Supreme Court. They gave no date as to when that could happen. But it was virtually certain that any new justification, or any Trump order on the issue, would be challenged immediately in lawsuits, forcing the case back to the high court. That could risk delaying the crucial census, already on a tight timeline due to the delay from earlier litigation. The Justice Department declined to answer questions on what rationale they could use to justify adding the question or whether an executive order -- which could spark a constitutional crisis -- is forthcoming. Democrats said the rational remains clear -- to weaken their electoral districts. "This is a partisan attempt to rig the census and electoral districts for years to come," said Democratic Representative Carolyn Maloney.

US President Donald Trump seeks to override Supreme Court ruling on census

<p>With upscaling infrastructure investments to Rs 100 lakh crore over the next five years and measures to rejuvenate the rural and urban economy, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/budget-2019-here-is-what-favours-you-and-what-does-not-233308">Union Budget for 2019-20</a> sets a clear action plan for making India a five trillion dollar economy by 2025, according to leading industry chambers.</p>

<p>"Directionally the budget is good and it takes forward the plan that was laid out by the government during the interim Budget. There are several positives in the budget, and it provides a set of benefits for most segments of the society," said FICCI President Sandip Somany.</p>

<p>"We see a clear action plan for realising the vision of making India a five trillion dollar economy over the next few years with a focus on ease of living," he said appreciating the Budget's focus on infrastructure development. "We are also encouraged by the focus on promoting public-private partnership for modernisation and upgradation of the nation's railway infrastructure."</p>

<p>So many said the announcement to further provide Rs 70,000 crore for capital infusion into public sector banks along with measures to strengthen the governance processes within the banks should help in improving the credit flow to the industry.</p>

<p>CII President Vikram Kirloskar said the adherence to fiscal consolidation path while providing the necessary boost to consumption, investment and special emphasis on agriculture and rural sector steps in the right&nbsp;direction to take the economy to five trillion dollar mark.</p>

<p>"The measures are expected to debottleneck the economy and create a healthy eco-system for the revival of business sentiment. The Budget did well to bring all companies having turnover upto Rs 400 crore under the 25 per cent corporate tax rate ambit from the erstwhile limit of Rs 250 crore. This is a good beginning and as it is expected to provide a fillip to the corporate sector earnings which could be ploughed back in investments," he said.</p>

<p>Kirloskar said measures, like strengthening of logistics infrastructure and stepping up efforts in rural housing, are likely to provide a significant impetus to investment spending and consumption in the economy. Apart from boosting growth in the near to medium term, they will also help generate jobs in the economy.</p>

<p><strong>Budget 2019-20: What Will Become Costlier &amp; Cheaper Now</strong></p>

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<p>ASSOCHAM President B K Goenka said <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirmala-sitharaman-delivers-longest-ever-budget-speech-of-2-hours-17-mins-233293">Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman</a>'s maiden budget is a mega investment-oriented initiative with a strong focus on scaling up rural infrastructure and demand along with slew of tax simplification measures.</p>

<p>"The disinvestment target of Rs 1.05 lakh crore along with the commitment to disinvest Air India will be good efforts to enhance the fiscal stability with fiscal deficit being pegged lower at 3.7 per cent of GDP," he said adding that initiatives like e-assessment, inter-changeability of PAN and Aadhaar, digital payment will make a big difference to taxpayers.</p>

<p>The next phases of affordable housing, national highway projects should also be growth drivers, said Goenka. "The focus on Make in India is visible as also emphasis on sustainable development by measures like electric vehicles and renewable energy. Boost to high-technology manufacturing like semi-conductor and commercialisation of space technologies are innovative measures."</p>


With upscaling infrastructure investments to Rs 100 lakh crore over the next five years and measures to rejuvenate the rural and urban economy, the Union Budget for 2019-20 sets a clear action plan for making India a five trillion dollar economy by 2025, according to leading industry chambers.

With upscaling infrastructure investments to Rs 100 lakh crore over the next five years and measures to rejuvenate the rural and urban economy, the Union Budget for 2019-20 sets a clear action plan for making India a five trillion dollar economy by 2025, according to leading industry chambers. "Directionally the budget is good and it takes forward the plan that was laid out by the government during the interim Budget. There are several positives in the budget, and it provides a set of benefits for most segments of the society," said FICCI President Sandip Somany. "We see a clear action plan for realising the vision of making India a five trillion dollar economy over the next few years with a focus on ease of living," he said appreciating the Budget's focus on infrastructure development. "We are also encouraged by the focus on promoting public-private partnership for modernisation and upgradation of the nation's railway infrastructure." So many said the announcement to further provide Rs 70,000 crore for capital infusion into public sector banks along with measures to strengthen the governance processes within the banks should help in improving the credit flow to the industry. CII President Vikram Kirloskar said the adherence to fiscal consolidation path while providing the necessary boost to consumption, investment and special emphasis on agriculture and rural sector steps in the right direction to take the economy to five trillion dollar mark. "The measures are expected to debottleneck the economy and create a healthy eco-system for the revival of business sentiment. The Budget did well to bring all companies having turnover upto Rs 400 crore under the 25 per cent corporate tax rate ambit from the erstwhile limit of Rs 250 crore. This is a good beginning and as it is expected to provide a fillip to the corporate sector earnings which could be ploughed back in investments," he said. Kirloskar said measures, like strengthening of logistics infrastructure and stepping up efforts in rural housing, are likely to provide a significant impetus to investment spending and consumption in the economy. Apart from boosting growth in the near to medium term, they will also help generate jobs in the economy. Budget 2019-20: What Will Become Costlier & Cheaper Now ASSOCHAM President B K Goenka said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's maiden budget is a mega investment-oriented initiative with a strong focus on scaling up rural infrastructure and demand along with slew of tax simplification measures. "The disinvestment target of Rs 1.05 lakh crore along with the commitment to disinvest Air India will be good efforts to enhance the fiscal stability with fiscal deficit being pegged lower at 3.7 per cent of GDP," he said adding that initiatives like e-assessment, inter-changeability of PAN and Aadhaar, digital payment will make a big difference to taxpayers. The next phases of affordable housing, national highway projects should also be growth drivers, said Goenka. "The focus on Make in India is visible as also emphasis on sustainable development by measures like electric vehicles and renewable energy. Boost to high-technology manufacturing like semi-conductor and commercialisation of space technologies are innovative measures."

Budget sets clear action plan for making India $5 trillion economy: FICCI, CII

<p>The death toll in a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-4-killed-36-wounded-in-taliban-attack-233354">Taliban attack in northern Faryab province</a> of Afghanistan has risen up to 14, officials said on Saturday.</p>

<p>Around 40 others were severely injured in the attack.</p>

<p>The Kamma Press, citing the 209 Shaheen Corps, reported that Taliban fired multiple rounds of mortars and rockets in a market area.</p>

<p>The Corps said that the shelling started at 6:39am [local time].</p>

<p>"Fourteen civilians were killed and 40 -- including women and children -- were wounded," Hanif Rezaee, an Afghan army spokesman said.</p>

<p>Few people with severe injuries were shifted to Balkh province's hospitals.</p>

<p>The deadly incident comes as the war between the Taliban and Afghan security forces rages on, even as Taliban officials are meeting with US negotiators in Doha in a bid to bring about an end to the conflict.</p>

<p>On Sunday, the insurgents will meet in the Qatari capital with various representatives from Afghan society as part of a potential peace process.&nbsp;</p>

<p>(With inputs from AFP)</p>


The death toll in a Taliban attack in northern Faryab province of Afghanistan has risen up to 14, officials said on Saturday. Around 40 others were severely injured in the attack.

The death toll in a Taliban attack in northern Faryab province of Afghanistan has risen up to 14, officials said on Saturday. Around 40 others were severely injured in the attack. The Kamma Press, citing the 209 Shaheen Corps, reported that Taliban fired multiple rounds of mortars and rockets in a market area. The Corps said that the shelling started at 6:39am [local time]. "Fourteen civilians were killed and 40 -- including women and children -- were wounded," Hanif Rezaee, an Afghan army spokesman said. Few people with severe injuries were shifted to Balkh province's hospitals. The deadly incident comes as the war between the Taliban and Afghan security forces rages on, even as Taliban officials are meeting with US negotiators in Doha in a bid to bring about an end to the conflict. On Sunday, the insurgents will meet in the Qatari capital with various representatives from Afghan society as part of a potential peace process. (With inputs from AFP)

Afghanistan: Death toll reaches 14 in Taliban attack in northern Faryab province

<p>Thousands of protesters marched to a police office in the north of Myanmar's largest city, Yangon, on Saturday, demanding speedy and transparent justice in a child-rape case that has sparked national outrage.</p>

<p>Police said this week they had arrested a suspect in the rape of a toddler - nicknamed Victoria - at a private nursery school in the administrative capital, Naypyitaw, in May.</p>

<p>Social media users have criticised the speed and professionalism of the police response after the girl's family filed a complaint more than a month ago, underscoring a lack of trust in authorities in a country still emerging from decades of military rule.</p>

<p>A government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi took power after sweeping elections in 2015, but key institutions such as the police remain under military control and efforts to strengthen the rule of law have floundered.</p>

<p>Organisers estimated as many as 6,000 protesters gathered on Saturday at the Yangon office of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) wearing white t-shirts, some printed with the words "Justice for Victoria". One banner read: "We don't want any more Victorias."</p>

<p>"We need an explanation that people can accept and justice for the kid," said 33-year-old protest organiser Aung Htike Min.</p>

<p>The protesters also called on the government to create a safe environment for Myanmar's children.</p>

<p>The police force's deputy director general, Aung Naing Thu, said on Friday in a news conference broadcast live on Facebook and watched by thousands of people that police had filed a case at court against a driver at the victim's nursery, who was in custody.</p>

<p>A thorough investigation was conducted, he said, but efforts to identify the perpetrator had been delayed because officers were waiting to speak to the victim, a 3-year-old girl who was recovering from medication she was given after the assault.</p>

<p>"We filed the lawsuit against the suspect based on the testimony of the child and technical records," said Aung Naing Thu, referring to security-camera footage that he said implicated the driver.</p>

<p>The nursery had also been closed because it lacked the correct license to operate, he said.</p>

<p>Demonstrators were sceptical about the account given by Myanmar police, a force that is widely perceived as corrupt or incompetent.</p>

<p>Ye Myint Win, 37, who joined Saturday's protest along with his wife and 2-year-old daughter, told Reuters authorities should take child rape cases more seriously.</p>

<p>"I found it very suspicious and I don't trust the investigation of CID," he said.</p>


Thousands of protesters marched to a police office in the north of Myanmar's largest city, Yangon, on Saturday, demanding speedy and transparent justice in a child-rape case that has sparked national outrage.

Thousands of protesters marched to a police office in the north of Myanmar's largest city, Yangon, on Saturday, demanding speedy and transparent justice in a child-rape case that has sparked national outrage. Police said this week they had arrested a suspect in the rape of a toddler - nicknamed Victoria - at a private nursery school in the administrative capital, Naypyitaw, in May. Social media users have criticised the speed and professionalism of the police response after the girl's family filed a complaint more than a month ago, underscoring a lack of trust in authorities in a country still emerging from decades of military rule. A government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi took power after sweeping elections in 2015, but key institutions such as the police remain under military control and efforts to strengthen the rule of law have floundered. Organisers estimated as many as 6,000 protesters gathered on Saturday at the Yangon office of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) wearing white t-shirts, some printed with the words "Justice for Victoria". One banner read: "We don't want any more Victorias." "We need an explanation that people can accept and justice for the kid," said 33-year-old protest organiser Aung Htike Min. The protesters also called on the government to create a safe environment for Myanmar's children. The police force's deputy director general, Aung Naing Thu, said on Friday in a news conference broadcast live on Facebook and watched by thousands of people that police had filed a case at court against a driver at the victim's nursery, who was in custody. A thorough investigation was conducted, he said, but efforts to identify the perpetrator had been delayed because officers were waiting to speak to the victim, a 3-year-old girl who was recovering from medication she was given after the assault. "We filed the lawsuit against the suspect based on the testimony of the child and technical records," said Aung Naing Thu, referring to security-camera footage that he said implicated the driver. The nursery had also been closed because it lacked the correct license to operate, he said. Demonstrators were sceptical about the account given by Myanmar police, a force that is widely perceived as corrupt or incompetent. Ye Myint Win, 37, who joined Saturday's protest along with his wife and 2-year-old daughter, told Reuters authorities should take child rape cases more seriously. "I found it very suspicious and I don't trust the investigation of CID," he said.

Thousands protest amid outcry over Myanmar child-rape case

<p>Baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is not even two months old and is already giving major travel goals.</p>

<p>Before jetting off to Africa, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan are planning to visit Scotland with their newborn son.</p>

<p>"Harry and Meghan will be visiting Balmoral Castle in Scotland and will bring Archie with them. They're excited he'll get to spend some quality time with his great-grandmother [Queen Elizabeth II] at her summer residence," a source told Us Weekly.</p>

<p>According to the insider, Harry and Meghan are also planning a trip to Meghan's native country, the USA, by the end of this year.</p>

<p>"Most of their time there will be spent fulfilling royal duties, but they`re also making room for a couple of family days," the source said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the couple, who recently embraced parenthood, is all set to head to Africa with little Archie.</p>

<p>According to a Us Weekly source, the visit is extra special for the couple since it was in Botswana, South Africa that the two fell in love in 2016.</p>

<p>In other news, baby <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meghan-markle-prince-harrys-son-archies-christening-to-be-a-private-affair-232487">Archie's christening</a> is set to take place on Saturday, July 6.&nbsp;</p>


Baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is not even two months old and is already giving major travel goals. Before jetting off to Africa, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan are planning to visit Scotland with their newborn son.

Baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is not even two months old and is already giving major travel goals. Before jetting off to Africa, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan are planning to visit Scotland with their newborn son. "Harry and Meghan will be visiting Balmoral Castle in Scotland and will bring Archie with them. They're excited he'll get to spend some quality time with his great-grandmother [Queen Elizabeth II] at her summer residence," a source told Us Weekly. According to the insider, Harry and Meghan are also planning a trip to Meghan's native country, the USA, by the end of this year. "Most of their time there will be spent fulfilling royal duties, but they`re also making room for a couple of family days," the source said. Meanwhile, the couple, who recently embraced parenthood, is all set to head to Africa with little Archie. According to a Us Weekly source, the visit is extra special for the couple since it was in Botswana, South Africa that the two fell in love in 2016. In other news, baby Archie's christening is set to take place on Saturday, July 6.

Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan Markle to visit Scotland with baby Archie

<p>The upcoming series 'The Bard of Blood' starring <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/emraan-hashmi-cast-as-lead-in-netflixs-new-series-on-the-bard-of-blood-155020">Emraan Hashmi</a> will start streaming episodes on September 27 on Netflix.<br />
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Emraan, who is essaying the role of a spy, shared the news on Instagram along with a motion poster.<br />
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The poster shows Emraan appearing on the screen from thick red-coloured smoke.&nbsp;As he appears on the screen, one can see him donning a jacket with a revolver in his right hand.<br />
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The poster ends with the title of the series with the streaming date and a tagline 'What do you fight for?'</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BzkAo_9Dzcu/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">He doesn't exist, so you can. Coming soon, only on @NetflixIndia. #BardOfBlood @iamsrk @redchilliesent @billysiddiqi @_gaurav verma #ribhudasgupta #vineetkumarsingh @sobhitad @kirtikulhari</a></p>

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<p>Helmed by Ribhu Dasgupta, the series is based on the book of the same name by Bilal Siddiqi and revolves around an expelled spy Kabir Anand who is called back into action "to save his country and long-lost love."<br />
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The eight-episode series, which will be streamed worldwide, will feature dialogues in Hindi, Urdu, English and other languages.<br />
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The drama is produced by Gaurav Verma for Shah Rukh Khan`s production house Red Chillies Entertainment.&nbsp;</p>


The upcoming series 'The Bard of Blood' starring Emraan Hashmi will start streaming episodes on September 27 on Netflix. Emraan, who is essaying the role of a spy, shared the news on Instagram along with a motion poster.

The upcoming series 'The Bard of Blood' starring Emraan Hashmi will start streaming episodes on September 27 on Netflix. Emraan, who is essaying the role of a spy, shared the news on Instagram along with a motion poster. The poster shows Emraan appearing on the screen from thick red-coloured smoke. As he appears on the screen, one can see him donning a jacket with a revolver in his right hand. The poster ends with the title of the series with the streaming date and a tagline 'What do you fight for?' View this post on Instagram He doesn't exist, so you can. Coming soon, only on @NetflixIndia. #BardOfBlood @iamsrk @redchilliesent @billysiddiqi @_gaurav verma #ribhudasgupta #vineetkumarsingh @sobhitad @kirtikulhari A post shared by Emraan Hashmi (@therealemraan) on Jul 5, 2019 at 9:55pm PDT × Helmed by Ribhu Dasgupta, the series is based on the book of the same name by Bilal Siddiqi and revolves around an expelled spy Kabir Anand who is called back into action "to save his country and long-lost love." The eight-episode series, which will be streamed worldwide, will feature dialogues in Hindi, Urdu, English and other languages. The drama is produced by Gaurav Verma for Shah Rukh Khan`s production house Red Chillies Entertainment.

Here's when Emraan Hashmi starrer 'The Bard of Blood' will start streaming online

<p>Kangana Ranaut, who is known for her versatile roles and stellar performances, is all set to woo moviegoers with her upcoming action thriller 'Dhaakad'.<br />
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Calling the film a "benchmark" for her career, Kangana said, "The success of 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'&nbsp;has proved that the audience love film with a female hero. 'Dhaakad' is not only a benchmark film for my career but will be a turning point for Indian cinema as well."<br />
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Revealing a tad bit about the film, the 'Queen' actor said, "The film is mounted on a large scale, is one of a kind female-led action film, and is apt for a Diwali release. If it is received well, there will be no looking back for women in Indian Cinema. Sohel and Razy are my friends, and we have been planning this project from quite some time. I am quite excited about this film and can`t wait to start work on it."<br />
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With machine guns in both hands, Kangana looks nothing less than a daredevil in the first look poster of the film.&nbsp;<br />
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The background features a blazing car and fire all around as Kangana gazes at a distance in the side profile shot.</p>

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<p>Helmed by Razneesh 'Razy' Ghai, the film is jointly produced by Sohel Maklai Productions and Asylum Films and co-produced by Qyuki Digital Media. Director Razy along with writers Chintan Gandhi and Rinish Ravindra has written the action thriller.&nbsp;<br />
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The film also marks screenwriter Ritesh Shah`s first collaboration with Kangana.<br />
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The makers are planning to rope in a leading action director from Hollywood to choreograph the elaborate sequences, according to a statement.<br />
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Filming will take place across India, South East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe with some incredible action set pieces and&nbsp;is scheduled for Diwali 2020 release.<br />
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Kangana will next be seen in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-judgemental-hai-kya-trailer-kangana-ranaut-rajkummar-rao-star-in-a-madcap-murder-mystery-232588">'Judgementall Hai Kya'</a> opposite Rajkummar Rao and Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's 'Panga'.</p>


Kangana Ranaut, who is known for her versatile roles and stellar performances, is all set to woo moviegoers with her upcoming action thriller 'Dhaakad'. Calling the film a "benchmark" for her career, Kangana said, "The success of 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' has proved that the audience love film with a female hero.

Kangana Ranaut, who is known for her versatile roles and stellar performances, is all set to woo moviegoers with her upcoming action thriller 'Dhaakad'. Calling the film a "benchmark" for her career, Kangana said, "The success of 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' has proved that the audience love film with a female hero. 'Dhaakad' is not only a benchmark film for my career but will be a turning point for Indian cinema as well." Revealing a tad bit about the film, the 'Queen' actor said, "The film is mounted on a large scale, is one of a kind female-led action film, and is apt for a Diwali release. If it is received well, there will be no looking back for women in Indian Cinema. Sohel and Razy are my friends, and we have been planning this project from quite some time. I am quite excited about this film and can`t wait to start work on it." With machine guns in both hands, Kangana looks nothing less than a daredevil in the first look poster of the film. The background features a blazing car and fire all around as Kangana gazes at a distance in the side profile shot. Kangana Ranaut in action entertainer #Dhaakad... Filming to commence early next year in #India and international locales... Action director from #Hollywood to choreograph elaborate sequences... Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy’ Ghai... Produced by Sohel Maklai... #Diwali 2020 release. pic.twitter.com/0Lx3VZMTad — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 6, 2019 × Helmed by Razneesh 'Razy' Ghai, the film is jointly produced by Sohel Maklai Productions and Asylum Films and co-produced by Qyuki Digital Media. Director Razy along with writers Chintan Gandhi and Rinish Ravindra has written the action thriller. The film also marks screenwriter Ritesh Shah`s first collaboration with Kangana. The makers are planning to rope in a leading action director from Hollywood to choreograph the elaborate sequences, according to a statement. Filming will take place across India, South East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe with some incredible action set pieces and is scheduled for Diwali 2020 release. Kangana will next be seen in 'Judgementall Hai Kya' opposite Rajkummar Rao and Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's 'Panga'.

Kangana Ranaut reveals her fierce side in 'Dhaakad'

<p>Syrian regime bombardment has killed 14 civilians including seven children in northwestern Syria, a war monitor said Saturday, in the latest deadly raids on the embattled opposition bastion.</p>

<p>Warplanes and helicopters late Friday carried out air strikes on Mahambel village in Idlib province, killing 13 civilians including the seven children, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.</p>

<p>A woman was also killed early Saturday in regime rocket fire on the outskirts of the town of Khan Sheikhun in the south of the province, the Britain-based war monitor said.</p>

<p>Idlib, a region of some three million people, many of whom fled former rebel-held areas retaken by the government, is the last major bastion of opposition to the Russia-backed Damascus government after eight years of civil war.</p>

<p>The region on Turkey's doorstep is administered by Syria's former Al-Qaeda affiliate Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, but other jihadist and rebel groups are also present.</p>

<p>Idlib is supposed to be protected from a major regime assault by a September deal between Moscow and Ankara, but Damascus and its Russian ally have ramped up their deadly bombardment of the region since late April.</p>

<p>More than 520 civilians have been killed since then, according to the Observatory.</p>

<p>The United Nations says 25 health facilities in the region have been hit, the latest including the second attack in two months on an underground hospital in the town of Kafranbel on Thursday.</p>

<p>"The attacks happened despite the fact that the coordinates of this hospital had previously been shared with the parties to the conflict in a deliberate, carefully planned effort to prevent any attacks on it," a UN official said on Friday.</p>

<p>"I am horrified by the ongoing attacks on civilian areas and civilian infrastructure as the conflict in northwest Syria continues," said Mark Cutts, UN deputy regional humanitarian coordinator for the Syrian crisis.</p>

<p>Syria's war has killed more than 370,000 people and displaced millions since it started in 2011 with a brutal crackdown on anti-government protests.</p>


Syrian regime bombardment has killed 14 civilians including seven children in northwestern Syria, a war monitor said Saturday, in the latest deadly raids on the embattled opposition bastion.

Syrian regime bombardment has killed 14 civilians including seven children in northwestern Syria, a war monitor said Saturday, in the latest deadly raids on the embattled opposition bastion. Warplanes and helicopters late Friday carried out air strikes on Mahambel village in Idlib province, killing 13 civilians including the seven children, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said. A woman was also killed early Saturday in regime rocket fire on the outskirts of the town of Khan Sheikhun in the south of the province, the Britain-based war monitor said. Idlib, a region of some three million people, many of whom fled former rebel-held areas retaken by the government, is the last major bastion of opposition to the Russia-backed Damascus government after eight years of civil war. The region on Turkey's doorstep is administered by Syria's former Al-Qaeda affiliate Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, but other jihadist and rebel groups are also present. Idlib is supposed to be protected from a major regime assault by a September deal between Moscow and Ankara, but Damascus and its Russian ally have ramped up their deadly bombardment of the region since late April. More than 520 civilians have been killed since then, according to the Observatory. The United Nations says 25 health facilities in the region have been hit, the latest including the second attack in two months on an underground hospital in the town of Kafranbel on Thursday. "The attacks happened despite the fact that the coordinates of this hospital had previously been shared with the parties to the conflict in a deliberate, carefully planned effort to prevent any attacks on it," a UN official said on Friday. "I am horrified by the ongoing attacks on civilian areas and civilian infrastructure as the conflict in northwest Syria continues," said Mark Cutts, UN deputy regional humanitarian coordinator for the Syrian crisis. Syria's war has killed more than 370,000 people and displaced millions since it started in 2011 with a brutal crackdown on anti-government protests.

Regime bombings kill 14 civilians in northwest Syria: War monitor

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