Pakistan PM Imran Khan during a meeting with traders on the need to pay taxes recently had harped on the fact that the salary he earns&nbsp;is not enough to run his household.

WION accessed the Pakistan prime minister's payslip which shows Imran gets over 2 lakh as gross salary every month which includes allowances and&nbsp;after deductions it comes to Rs 1,96, 979.

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During his speech, Imran had cited his expenses as an individual and as a public servant to make a point to traders while accusing Opposition leaders of minting money by cheating on taxes.

It is no secret inflation has badly hit the average Pakistani citizen. The Pakistan prime minister has been under fire as a nationwide shortage of wheat has led to a surge in prices of bread and roti.

Pakistan's economy has seen the rupee plummeting as the country battles&nbsp;rampant price rise of various commodities including pulses and flour. Several provinces in the country have reported a shortage of flour.

Despite this, the fact that the Pakistan PM tried to play a political game by trying to identify with an average citizen wouldn't&nbsp;exactly make his countrymen happy. The Pakistan PM's basic pay alone of Rs 107, 280 is enough to feed an average Pakistani household, leave alone the gross amount.

The Pakistan economy has been in doldrums for a while with rising debt with the Pak prime minister himself going to various countries to pick up much-needed aid for the country.

A recent World Bank report had presented gloomy picture for the country stating that the growth in Pakistan had actually decelerated with the Pakistan rupee depreciating nearly twenty per cent and&nbsp;the Budget deficit rising sharply. The report highlighted that revenue collecting had dipped as well.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan during a meeting with traders on the need to pay taxes recently had harped on the fact that the salary he earns is not enough to run his household.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan during a meeting with traders on the need to pay taxes recently had harped on the fact that the salary he earns is not enough to run his household. WION accessed the Pakistan prime minister's payslip which shows Imran gets over 2 lakh as gross salary every month which includes allowances and after deductions it comes to Rs 1,96, 979. During his speech, Imran had cited his expenses as an individual and as a public servant to make a point to traders while accusing Opposition leaders of minting money by cheating on taxes. It is no secret inflation has badly hit the average Pakistani citizen. The Pakistan prime minister has been under fire as a nationwide shortage of wheat has led to a surge in prices of bread and roti. Pakistan's economy has seen the rupee plummeting as the country battles rampant price rise of various commodities including pulses and flour. Several provinces in the country have reported a shortage of flour. Despite this, the fact that the Pakistan PM tried to play a political game by trying to identify with an average citizen wouldn't exactly make his countrymen happy. The Pakistan PM's basic pay alone of Rs 107, 280 is enough to feed an average Pakistani household, leave alone the gross amount. The Pakistan economy has been in doldrums for a while with rising debt with the Pak prime minister himself going to various countries to pick up much-needed aid for the country. A recent World Bank report had presented gloomy picture for the country stating that the growth in Pakistan had actually decelerated with the Pakistan rupee depreciating nearly twenty per cent and the Budget deficit rising sharply. The report highlighted that revenue collecting had dipped as well.

Imran's salary not enough to run household? WION accesses Pak PM's salary slip

Third seed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-nadal-and-federer-pledge-a250000-towards-relief-workers-in-charity-event-274432">Roger&nbsp;Federer</a>&nbsp;hit winners at will in an imperious display as he cantered into the third round of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/emotional-wozniacki-stays-alive-in-australian-open-swansong-275902">Australian Open</a> with a 6-1 6-4 6-1 thumping of Serbian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/coco-crunch-for-osaka-as-djokovic-bowls-over-wildcard-275901">Filip Krajinovic</a> on Wednesday.

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Starting his second-round match at around 2100 local time on Rod Laver Arena, the six-time champion appeared to be in a hurry to finish the contest, breaking his opponent's serve twice in the first two sets and thrice in the third.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-nadal-djokovic-and-federer-go-through-first-round-rain-plays-spoil-spot-275705">Also read:&nbsp;Australian Open: Nadal, Djokovic, and Federer go through first round, rain plays spoil sport</a>

Krajinovic took a medical timeout to have his right upper arm attended with&nbsp;Federer&nbsp;leading 2-1 in the third set but it made no difference to the momentum for the 20-times Grand Slam champion, who hit his 42nd winner to end the contest in a little over 90 minutes.

He breezed through the next four games and hit a crosscourt forehand winner - his 42nd of the night - to end the contest in a little over 90 minutes.

Krajinovic's first outing against a top-five player at a Grand Slam ended up being a forgettable occasion.

The 41st-ranked player had his first-round match against Quentin Halys postponed due to rain on Monday and faced&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-federer-and-williams-lead-way-to-raise-funds-for-relief-workers-in-australia-273899">Federer&nbsp;</a>after needing almost four hours to battle past the French qualifier in five sets on Tuesday.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-nadal-and-federer-pledge-a250000-towards-relief-workers-in-charity-event-274432">Australian Open: Nadal, Federer pledge A$250,000 towards bushfire relief</a>

"I thought it wasn't 100% fair that he played three-and-a-half hours yesterday and me zero,"&nbsp;Federer&nbsp;said in an on-court interview. "The rain helped me. I do feel a little bit sorry actually like this but you have to take advantage of it."

Krajinovic's first serve percentage in the first two sets was almost 90%, which&nbsp;Federer&nbsp;called "rare". But it had no impact on the outcome of the match.

Unlike his main rivals,&nbsp;Federer, who won his last major title in 2018 at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/second-seed-pliskova-starts-melbourne-title-tilt-with-win-275707">Melbourne</a> Park, opted out of the inaugural <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/djokovic-and-nadal-rally-for-merger-of-atp-cup-and-davis-cup-271915">ATP Cup</a> in Australia to spend more time with his family before launching his 22nd season on Tour.

"I prefer this much more than (being) overcooked,"&nbsp;Federer&nbsp;told reporters. "As easy as it looks, there's always the effort, trying to extend the lead.

"Of course, it's not quite the same stress level if you're down a set or a break or two sets, whatever it may be. I prefer it this way because you have always extra left in the tank if you need it."

Next up for&nbsp;Federer, who was broken only once in the match, will be a meeting against local hope <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rafael-nadal-delivers-glory-for-spain-as-davis-cup-starts-new-era-264332">John Millman</a>&nbsp;who beat him in four sets at the 2018 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/worst-brawl-opens-in-kansas-game-in-national-collegiate-athletic-associations-basketball-match-275896">US&nbsp;Open.</a>

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"He's a super good guy, unbelievably tough opponent,"&nbsp;Federer&nbsp;said. "There are not many fitter guys than him out there and those are the guys I respect the most, actually.

"He gets absolutely the most out of the game and I hope it is going to be a great match with some great rallies."

Third seed Roger Federer hit winners at will in an imperious display as he cantered into the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-1 6-4 6-1 thumping of Serbian Filip Krajinovic on Wednesday.

Third seed Roger Federer hit winners at will in an imperious display as he cantered into the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-1 6-4 6-1 thumping of Serbian Filip Krajinovic on Wednesday. 2️⃣1️⃣ / 2️⃣1️⃣@rogerfederer maintains his peRFect record of having always reached the third round at the #AusOpen, def. Filip Krajinovic 6-1 6-4 6-1.#AO2020 pic.twitter.com/852qUhDFUr — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2020 × Starting his second-round match at around 2100 local time on Rod Laver Arena, the six-time champion appeared to be in a hurry to finish the contest, breaking his opponent's serve twice in the first two sets and thrice in the third. Also read: Australian Open: Nadal, Djokovic, and Federer go through first round, rain plays spoil sport Krajinovic took a medical timeout to have his right upper arm attended with Federer leading 2-1 in the third set but it made no difference to the momentum for the 20-times Grand Slam champion, who hit his 42nd winner to end the contest in a little over 90 minutes. He breezed through the next four games and hit a crosscourt forehand winner - his 42nd of the night - to end the contest in a little over 90 minutes. Krajinovic's first outing against a top-five player at a Grand Slam ended up being a forgettable occasion. The 41st-ranked player had his first-round match against Quentin Halys postponed due to rain on Monday and faced Federer after needing almost four hours to battle past the French qualifier in five sets on Tuesday. Also read: Australian Open: Nadal, Federer pledge A$250,000 towards bushfire relief "I thought it wasn't 100% fair that he played three-and-a-half hours yesterday and me zero," Federer said in an on-court interview. "The rain helped me. I do feel a little bit sorry actually like this but you have to take advantage of it." Krajinovic's first serve percentage in the first two sets was almost 90%, which Federer called "rare". But it had no impact on the outcome of the match. Unlike his main rivals, Federer, who won his last major title in 2018 at Melbourne Park, opted out of the inaugural ATP Cup in Australia to spend more time with his family before launching his 22nd season on Tour. "I prefer this much more than (being) overcooked," Federer told reporters. "As easy as it looks, there's always the effort, trying to extend the lead. "Of course, it's not quite the same stress level if you're down a set or a break or two sets, whatever it may be. I prefer it this way because you have always extra left in the tank if you need it." Next up for Federer, who was broken only once in the match, will be a meeting against local hope John Millman who beat him in four sets at the 2018 US Open. In a rematch of the 4R at the 2018 #USOpen, @rogerfederer will meet Aussie @johnhmillman in the third round at #AO2020. Here's what the World No.3 had to say 🔊#AusOpen pic.twitter.com/gUjMvKU1cB — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2020 × "He's a super good guy, unbelievably tough opponent," Federer said. "There are not many fitter guys than him out there and those are the guys I respect the most, actually. "He gets absolutely the most out of the game and I hope it is going to be a great match with some great rallies."

Federer sweeps past Krajinovic into third round in Australian Open

US President Donald Trump speaking at an unscheduled news conference at Davos on Wednesday said he "would have loved" to have met climate activist Greta Thunberg during the World Economic Forum(WEF).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/veiled-attacks-and-glares-exchanged-between-trump-and-thunberg-at-wef-275781">Also Read:&nbsp;Veiled attacks and glares exchanged between Trump and Thunberg at WEF</a>

The US president who is set to leave the WEF after the news conference said that some people are ungrateful, referring to Thunberg, and added that the climate activist should start working on other countries.

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"I would have loved to have seen her," Trump said, adding that other countries who were worst polluters "Greta ought to focus on those places."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rejects-climate-prophets-of-doom-as-thunberg-warns-davos-275777">Also Read:&nbsp;Trump rejects climate 'prophets of doom' as Thunberg warns Davos</a>

During a keynote address at Davos on Tuesday at&nbsp;the World Economic Forum, the US president had taken a dig at Thunberg saying that "perennial prophets of doom" should be rejected. &nbsp;"They want to see us do badly," the US President said.

Trump claimed "alarmists" had been wrong on previous occasions.

Before Trump's address, Thunberg&nbsp;had said that nothing was being done to fight climate change. "There is a difference between being heard to actually leading to something," she added.

"It will require much more than this. This is just the very beginning," the 17-year-old said. Thunberg was present during Trump's address but looked calm quite&nbsp;different to when Trump had walked into the UN headquarters in September when the Sweedish teenager looked visibly furious.

US President Donald Trump speaking at an unscheduled news conference at Davos on Wednesday said he "would have loved" to have met climate activist Greta Thunberg during the World Economic Forum(WEF).

US President Donald Trump speaking at an unscheduled news conference at Davos on Wednesday said he "would have loved" to have met climate activist Greta Thunberg during the World Economic Forum(WEF). Also Read: Veiled attacks and glares exchanged between Trump and Thunberg at WEF The US president who is set to leave the WEF after the news conference said that some people are ungrateful, referring to Thunberg, and added that the climate activist should start working on other countries. Watch Video: "I would have loved to have seen her," Trump said, adding that other countries who were worst polluters "Greta ought to focus on those places." Also Read: Trump rejects climate 'prophets of doom' as Thunberg warns Davos During a keynote address at Davos on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum, the US president had taken a dig at Thunberg saying that "perennial prophets of doom" should be rejected. "They want to see us do badly," the US President said. Trump claimed "alarmists" had been wrong on previous occasions. Before Trump's address, Thunberg had said that nothing was being done to fight climate change. "There is a difference between being heard to actually leading to something," she added. "It will require much more than this. This is just the very beginning," the 17-year-old said. Thunberg was present during Trump's address but looked calm quite different to when Trump had walked into the UN headquarters in September when the Sweedish teenager looked visibly furious.

Greta Thunberg ought to focus on other countries, says Trump at Davos

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twitter-war-rages-after-microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-calls-citizenship-amendment-act-sad-274162">Microsoft</a>'s CEO <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-raises-concern-over-caa-274178">Satya Nadella</a>&nbsp;speaking at a conference in Davos said that he is concerned that the lack of trust between the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tears-into-environmental-doom-mongers-at-davos-forum-275841">US </a>and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-coronavirus-viral-outbreak-forces-india-to-strengthen-airport-safety-laws-275899">China </a>will adversely affect economic growth and increase technology costs.

''The two leading economies of the world need to reconcile rather than create&nbsp;separate supply chains for every country,'' he said in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rejects-climate-prophets-of-doom-as-thunberg-warns-davos-275777">Davos.</a>

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="Trump rejects climate 'prophets of doom' as Thunberg warns Davos">Trump rejects climate 'prophets of doom' as Thunberg warns Davos</a>

He gave the example of $470 billion semiconductor industry to substantiate his views.

According to him, ''it is a cause of big concern as the world is on the verge of a revolution in technology and artificial intelligence''.

He termed the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-virus-us-confirms-first-case-of-coronavirus-death-toll-reaches-nine-275853">US-China </a>'phase one' <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-ends-higher-as-trade-deal-progresses-spurs-energy-demand-hopes-275526">trade deal</a> as ''insufficient''.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-ends-higher-as-trade-deal-progresses-spurs-energy-demand-hopes-275526">Oil ends higher as trade deals progress; spurs energy demand hopes</a>

The US administration is contemplating to constrict the ability of countries to trade with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/huawei-cfo-faces-extradition-trial-hearing-starts-in-vancouver-275634">Huawei </a>which is one of the biggest tech company in China.

Additionally, the US has also been pressuring other countries across the globe not to use 5G mobile networks.

Nadella also said:&nbsp;''Countries need to realise that they will benefit more from a unified internet system rather than a bifurcated one''.

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella speaking at a conference in Davos said that he is concerned that the lack of trust between the US and China will adversely affect economic growth and increase technology costs.

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella speaking at a conference in Davos said that he is concerned that the lack of trust between the US and China will adversely affect economic growth and increase technology costs. ''The two leading economies of the world need to reconcile rather than create separate supply chains for every country,'' he said in Davos. Also read: Trump rejects climate 'prophets of doom' as Thunberg warns Davos He gave the example of $470 billion semiconductor industry to substantiate his views. According to him, ''it is a cause of big concern as the world is on the verge of a revolution in technology and artificial intelligence''. He termed the US-China 'phase one' trade deal as ''insufficient''. Also read: Oil ends higher as trade deals progress; spurs energy demand hopes The US administration is contemplating to constrict the ability of countries to trade with Huawei which is one of the biggest tech company in China. Additionally, the US has also been pressuring other countries across the globe not to use 5G mobile networks. Nadella also said: ''Countries need to realise that they will benefit more from a unified internet system rather than a bifurcated one''.

US, China should reconcile rather than create separate supply chains: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at Davos

The timeframe for the 737 MAX to return to the skies was officially pushed back by Boeing, sending shares plunging and overshadowing an earlier announcement of a first flight of the delayed 777X plane.

The timeframe for the 737 MAX to return to the skies was officially pushed back by Boeing, sending shares plunging and overshadowing an earlier announcement of a first flight of the delayed 777X plane. The jet has been grounded since March following two deadly crashes and the latest delay in the schedule for the troubled jet is now targeted by Boeing to mid-2020. The company is attempting to cover costs connected to the MAX crisis by raising at least $10 billion from Wall Street banks. "...we are currently estimating that the ungrounding of the 737 MAX will begin during mid-2020," the company stated. Earlier, the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) had publicly criticised Boeing for touting its aggressive timeframe for the MAX's return, suggesting the target was a tool to pressure the agency into approving quickly. An FAA spokesman reiterated that it has not set any timeframes for the MAX's certification. "We continue to work with other safety regulators to review Boeing's work as the company conducts the required safety assessments and addresses all issues that arise during testing," the FAA added. [ Grounded Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are seen parked in an aerial photo (Courtesy: Reuters) ] Also Read: Boeing papers: Would you put your family on a 737 MAX? - First flight - The 777X was earlier announced to be undertaking its first flight on Thursday, but it was delayed for different reasons. The trial run is now scheduled on Thursday at 1800 hours GMT, but Boeing stated that "flight testing is dynamic, and the date could change due to weather and other factors," The 777X flight had initially been planned for summer 2019 but was shifted back due to a variety of issues, including a new engine built by General Electric. There have been 340 orders for the 777X, mostly from giants such as Emirates, Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, etc. After years of design and testing, it’s almost time to fly. The #777X will make its first flight as early as January 23, subject to weather and other factors. Learn more about the airplane: https://t.co/M5gH0ZMlCc pic.twitter.com/KRsZdDKA8q — Boeing Airplanes (@BoeingAirplanes) January 21, 2020 × If all goes well, Boeing will submit documents to the FAA as part of the formal certification process - including a test fight. Boeing is hinting at early 2021 for the first of many commercial deliveries of the plane, months later than the mid-2020 timeframe. Development of the long-range aircraft hit a snag in September when the fuselage of the plant split during a stress test. Development of the long-range aircraft, which can carry between 384 and 426 passengers, hit a snag in September when the fuselage of the plane split during a stress test. - MAX costs keep rising - Meanwhile, costs for the MAX keep swelling and Boeing is seeking $10 billion to deal with it, based on company disc. They are currently at $9.2 million based on company disclosures, but the number is expected to rise when the company reports earnings later this month. Boeing's MAX bill includes paying out legal settlements to victims, storing and maintaining hundreds of MAX planes that have been built but not delivered, compensating airlines for delayed deliveries, lost service on thousands of MAX flights and managing costs across the MAX program during the period before Boeing halted output completely. The company has, for now, received assurances of $6 billion in lending from leading banks such as JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America Merril Lynch, Citigroup and Wells Fargo. Last December, Mood's cut Boeing's debt rating after the company announced that it will halt production on the MAX and last week Moody's placed Boeing under review for another potential downgrade, citing continued uncertainty about the company's prospects following the production shutdown. This came after Boeing endorsed simulator training for MAX pilots, a move that could delay the commercial comeback of the planes.

Boeing delays return of 737 MAX planes until mid-2020

AFC Champions League has decided to move the venues for&nbsp;two Iranian clubs' preliminary round matches from Iran to UAE as a neutral venue due to security fears. The announcement was made by Asia Football's governing body on Wednesday.

Also read-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/solskjaers-man-utd-scrap-plans-to-set-training-camps-in-middle-east-amidst-high-tensions-274342">Manchester United scrap plans to set training camps in Middle East amid tensions</a>

Shahr Khodro FC (Iran) vs Riffa (Bahrain) and Esteghlal FC (Iran) vs Kuwait SC will now be played in the United Arab Emirates. The matches will take place on January 25, Saturday.&nbsp;

Also see-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022-one-of-the-most-controversial-world-cups-in-football-history-274367">FIFA World Cup 2022: One of the most controversial world cups in football history</a>

Matches were supposed to be played on Tuesday. But they were postponed by the management as they wanted to shift the match to a neutral venue (UAE).&nbsp;

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The decision has come after several governments have issued Iran travel advisories after the heightened tensions post the killing of Qassem Soleimani by a drone strike conducted by the US. Iran retaliated by attacking two US airbases in Iraq and shooting down Ukraine's Boeing 737, killing all 176 people on board. Iran came out in open and said that they mistook it for a hostile aircraft.

All four Iranian clubs (Esteghlal, Persepolis, Sepahan and Shahr Khodro) in AFC Champions League have threatened to boycott the tournament if the matches are shifted from their home grounds.

International football has also been affected by the heightened tensions in the Middle East. Manchester United and US national foot team had decided to skip their plans to train in Qatar amid such tensions.&nbsp;

AFC Champions League has decided to move the venues for two Iranian clubs' preliminary round matches from Iran to UAE as a neutral venue due to security fears. The announcement was made by Asia Football's governing body on Wednesday.

AFC Champions League has decided to move the venues for two Iranian clubs' preliminary round matches from Iran to UAE as a neutral venue due to security fears. The announcement was made by Asia Football's governing body on Wednesday. Also read- Manchester United scrap plans to set training camps in Middle East amid tensions Shahr Khodro FC (Iran) vs Riffa (Bahrain) and Esteghlal FC (Iran) vs Kuwait SC will now be played in the United Arab Emirates. The matches will take place on January 25, Saturday. Also see- FIFA World Cup 2022: One of the most controversial world cups in football history Matches were supposed to be played on Tuesday. But they were postponed by the management as they wanted to shift the match to a neutral venue (UAE). AFC Statement!#ACL2020 pic.twitter.com/cGa9ETIDIT — #ACL2020 (@TheAFCCL) January 22, 2020 × The decision has come after several governments have issued Iran travel advisories after the heightened tensions post the killing of Qassem Soleimani by a drone strike conducted by the US. Iran retaliated by attacking two US airbases in Iraq and shooting down Ukraine's Boeing 737, killing all 176 people on board. Iran came out in open and said that they mistook it for a hostile aircraft. All four Iranian clubs (Esteghlal, Persepolis, Sepahan and Shahr Khodro) in AFC Champions League have threatened to boycott the tournament if the matches are shifted from their home grounds. International football has also been affected by the heightened tensions in the Middle East. Manchester United and US national foot team had decided to skip their plans to train in Qatar amid such tensions.

AFC Champions League management decides to shift matches for Iranian teams to UAE

Tracking China's SARS-like coronavirus

US President Donald Trump and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan met on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum(WEF) in Davos on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/american-dream-is-much-bigger-and-better-now-says-trump-at-world-economic-forum-in-davos-275732">Also Read: American dream is much bigger and better now, says Trump at Davos</a>

After the meeting with PM Imran Khan, Trump said that America has never been closer to Pakistan before than it is right now.

The issue in Kashmir was raised by Pakistan PM Imran Khan during the meeting even as the US president said that he will try to help the situation between India and Pakistan.

"We are talking about Kashmir and its relation to, what's going on between India and Pakistan that we can help, we certainly would be helping, and we have been watching that and have been following it very very closely," Trump said.

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Afghanistan was also a major point of discussion between the two countries. Pakistan PM Imran Khan said that both Pakistan and the United States were on the same page.

"The major concern is Afghanistan between us and fortunately we are on the same page," PM Imran Khan asserted.

The meeting between President Trump and PM Imran Khan is the third leadership-level interaction between the United States and Pakistan leaders since Khan's visit to Washington in July last year.

US President Donald Trump and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan met on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum(WEF) in Davos on Tuesday. Also Read: American dream is much bigger and better now, says Trump at Davos After the meeting with PM Imran Khan, Trump said that America has never been closer to Pakistan before than it is right now.

US President Donald Trump and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan met on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum(WEF) in Davos on Tuesday. Also Read: American dream is much bigger and better now, says Trump at Davos After the meeting with PM Imran Khan, Trump said that America has never been closer to Pakistan before than it is right now. The issue in Kashmir was raised by Pakistan PM Imran Khan during the meeting even as the US president said that he will try to help the situation between India and Pakistan. "We are talking about Kashmir and its relation to, what's going on between India and Pakistan that we can help, we certainly would be helping, and we have been watching that and have been following it very very closely," Trump said. Watch Video: Afghanistan was also a major point of discussion between the two countries. Pakistan PM Imran Khan said that both Pakistan and the United States were on the same page. "The major concern is Afghanistan between us and fortunately we are on the same page," PM Imran Khan asserted. The meeting between President Trump and PM Imran Khan is the third leadership-level interaction between the United States and Pakistan leaders since Khan's visit to Washington in July last year.

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India will be touring in New Zealand for five T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests. The matches will commence on January 24.

Also read-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-3rd-odi-rohit-sharma-shami-shine-as-hosts-claim-series-275323">India vs Australia 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma, Shami shine as hosts claim series</a> 
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The hosts will be looking forward to bouncing back after they lost home Test series against Australia. The series was a clean sweep. (0-3)

Also read-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-nz-nathan-lyon-takes-five-as-australia-dominate-in-sydney-272264">Aus vs NZ: Nathan Lyon takes five as Australia dominate in Sydney</a>

India will be confident and pumped up after a recent series win against Australia. India came back from behind to win the three-match ODI series (2-1).&nbsp;

Ishant Sharma might be ruled out of the series post an ankle injury while playing against Vidharbha in the Ranji Trophy, Shikhar Dhawan will also miss out the five T20Is against Kiwis following a shoulder injury he inflicted while fielding in the third ODI against the Aussies.

Shikhar's replacement will be announced soon. Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) will review Ishant's MRI scan again and will look at the extent of the tear.

Despite Rishabh Pant's regaining fitness, it seems like he will be benched during the tour as the Indian Skipper said that KL Rahul's current role is more suitable to the team. Rahul's outstanding form in the previous series as helped him cement his position in the playing XI. He was designated as the keeper after Pant was ruled out for the remainder of the series post-concussion. His stumping against Aaron Finch was decisive in the second ODI.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli compared this formula to that of World Cup 2003, where Rahul Dravid donned the gloves to make a place for an extra batsman.&nbsp;

New Zealand, on the other hand, will aim to win all the formats of the tour as the ICC World Cup finalists would want to establish confidence after the forgettable home series against the Aussies.&nbsp;

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Fixtures-

T20I series:

January 24, Friday- 1st T20I New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland

January 26, Sunday- 2nd T20I New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland

January 29, Wednesday- 3rd T20I New Zealand vs India - Seddon Park, Hamilton

January 31, Friday- 4th T20I New Zealand vs India - Westpac Stadium, Wellington

February 02, Sunday- 5th T20I New Zealand vs India - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

 
ODI series:

February 05, Wednesday- &nbsp;1st ODI New Zealand vs India - Seddon Park, Hamilton

February 08, Saturday- &nbsp;2nd ODI New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland

February 11, Tuesday- &nbsp;3rd ODI New Zealand vs India - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Test series:

February 21, Fri to February 25, Tue- 1st Test, New Zealand vs India - Basin Reserve, Wellington

February 29, Sat - March 04, Wed- 2nd Test, New Zealand vs India - Hagley Oval, Christchurch 
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India will be touring in New Zealand for five T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests. The matches will commence on January 24. Also read- India vs Australia 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma, Shami shine as hosts claim series The hosts will be looking forward to bouncing back after they lost home Test series against Australia.

India will be touring in New Zealand for five T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests. The matches will commence on January 24. Also read- India vs Australia 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma, Shami shine as hosts claim series The hosts will be looking forward to bouncing back after they lost home Test series against Australia. The series was a clean sweep. (0-3) Also read- Aus vs NZ: Nathan Lyon takes five as Australia dominate in Sydney India will be confident and pumped up after a recent series win against Australia. India came back from behind to win the three-match ODI series (2-1). Ishant Sharma might be ruled out of the series post an ankle injury while playing against Vidharbha in the Ranji Trophy, Shikhar Dhawan will also miss out the five T20Is against Kiwis following a shoulder injury he inflicted while fielding in the third ODI against the Aussies. Shikhar's replacement will be announced soon. Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) will review Ishant's MRI scan again and will look at the extent of the tear. Despite Rishabh Pant's regaining fitness, it seems like he will be benched during the tour as the Indian Skipper said that KL Rahul's current role is more suitable to the team. Rahul's outstanding form in the previous series as helped him cement his position in the playing XI. He was designated as the keeper after Pant was ruled out for the remainder of the series post-concussion. His stumping against Aaron Finch was decisive in the second ODI. Virat Kohli compared this formula to that of World Cup 2003, where Rahul Dravid donned the gloves to make a place for an extra batsman. New Zealand, on the other hand, will aim to win all the formats of the tour as the ICC World Cup finalists would want to establish confidence after the forgettable home series against the Aussies. Fixtures- T20I series: January 24, Friday- 1st T20I New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland January 26, Sunday- 2nd T20I New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland January 29, Wednesday- 3rd T20I New Zealand vs India - Seddon Park, Hamilton January 31, Friday- 4th T20I New Zealand vs India - Westpac Stadium, Wellington February 02, Sunday- 5th T20I New Zealand vs India - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui ODI series: February 05, Wednesday- 1st ODI New Zealand vs India - Seddon Park, Hamilton February 08, Saturday- 2nd ODI New Zealand vs India - Eden Park, Auckland February 11, Tuesday- 3rd ODI New Zealand vs India - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui Test series: February 21, Fri to February 25, Tue- 1st Test, New Zealand vs India - Basin Reserve, Wellington February 29, Sat - March 04, Wed- 2nd Test, New Zealand vs India - Hagley Oval, Christchurch

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The death of Cardiff forward&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../soccer-player-emiliano-sala-and-pilot-likely- exposed-to-carbon-monoxide-before-fatal-crash-report-243000">Emiliano&nbsp;Sala</a>&nbsp;in a plane crash a year ago will be marked by his family on Tuesday in "private, quiet contemplation of their loss", their lawyer said.

The 28-year-old striker was killed when the small plane taking him to join the then <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../premier-league-wobbles-leave-top-four-chase- wide-open-275591">Premier League</a> side after being bought from French side Nantes for £15 million ($19.5 million, 17.6 million euros) crashed off the Channel island of Guernsey.

There are still unresolved issues surrounding the player's death, such as who was responsible for the crash in which pilot David Ibottson also died, and, above all, the payment of the 17-million-euro ($18.85 million, 17.6 million euros) fee agreed for his transfer.

British aviation accident investigators said Tuesday they would release their final report into the crash by the end of March.

In September, football's world governing body <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022-one-of-the-most- controversial-world-cups-in-football-history-274367">FIFA </a>ordered Cardiff, relegated last year to the Championship, to pay the first instalment of the transfer fee of six million euros. But the Welsh club has taken the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, whose decision is not expected until June 1.

The&nbsp;Sala&nbsp;family&nbsp;who suffered another tragic loss when his father Horacio died of a heart attack three months after his son said their priority was for a full inquest to take place so they could find out what happened on that fateful night.

"The&nbsp;Sala&nbsp;family will mark the anniversary of the untimely death of&nbsp;Emiliano&nbsp;in private, quiet contemplation of their loss," the family's lawyer in Britain, Daniel Machover, said in a statement.

"The family's primary concern remains for the full inquest to take place as soon as possible so that they can finally learn the truth about what happened and ensure that no family has to suffer a similar preventable loss of a loved one."

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) said its investigation "is now at an advanced stage and we intend to publish our final report by the end of March 2020.”

Sala's death will be commemorated by supporters in Cardiff on Tuesday and Nantes will remember their former player on Sunday when they play another of his former clubs, Bordeaux.

The family,&nbsp;Sala's mother Mercedes and his younger siblings Dario and Romina&nbsp;told the BBC when they visited them in Argentina in late December they were overcome by the outpouring of grief and gifts they had received. Even&nbsp;Sala's French hairdresser had paid the family a visit.

Mercedes said she used to go over to France every year to celebrate&nbsp;Sala's birthday on October 31 and stay with him, bringing with her ingredients for traditional Argentinian dishes such as empanadas.

"He (Sala) was shy, but he would always stop, open the windows and start signing autographs and taking selfies," said Mercedes.

"All those fans, today, are the ones that I want to thank because they are still sending me pictures I had never seen before.

"I receive so much stuff from France, from England, from the rest of Argentina."

Dario spoke of how tight-knit a unit they were while Mercedes said she would speak with&nbsp;Sala&nbsp;as often as two or three times a day.

"There was distance, but it was like we were all together," Dario said. "He'd ask me a lot about football, about the team, about his performances."

Mercedes says she had never recovered from the death of her eldest son.

"I can't say I found peace, unfortunately," she said. "I'm still fighting.

"I am practically dead while living. It's been a terrible, terrible year. I loved him so much. I would tell him every day... what a son he was."

The death of Cardiff forward Emiliano Sala in a plane crash a year ago will be marked by his family on Tuesday in "private, quiet contemplation of their loss", their lawyer said.

The death of Cardiff forward Emiliano Sala in a plane crash a year ago will be marked by his family on Tuesday in "private, quiet contemplation of their loss", their lawyer said. The 28-year-old striker was killed when the small plane taking him to join the then Premier League side after being bought from French side Nantes for £15 million ($19.5 million, 17.6 million euros) crashed off the Channel island of Guernsey. There are still unresolved issues surrounding the player's death, such as who was responsible for the crash in which pilot David Ibottson also died, and, above all, the payment of the 17-million-euro ($18.85 million, 17.6 million euros) fee agreed for his transfer. British aviation accident investigators said Tuesday they would release their final report into the crash by the end of March. In September, football's world governing body FIFA ordered Cardiff, relegated last year to the Championship, to pay the first instalment of the transfer fee of six million euros. But the Welsh club has taken the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, whose decision is not expected until June 1. The Sala family who suffered another tragic loss when his father Horacio died of a heart attack three months after his son said their priority was for a full inquest to take place so they could find out what happened on that fateful night. "The Sala family will mark the anniversary of the untimely death of Emiliano in private, quiet contemplation of their loss," the family's lawyer in Britain, Daniel Machover, said in a statement. "The family's primary concern remains for the full inquest to take place as soon as possible so that they can finally learn the truth about what happened and ensure that no family has to suffer a similar preventable loss of a loved one." The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) said its investigation "is now at an advanced stage and we intend to publish our final report by the end of March 2020.” Sala's death will be commemorated by supporters in Cardiff on Tuesday and Nantes will remember their former player on Sunday when they play another of his former clubs, Bordeaux. The family, Sala's mother Mercedes and his younger siblings Dario and Romina told the BBC when they visited them in Argentina in late December they were overcome by the outpouring of grief and gifts they had received. Even Sala's French hairdresser had paid the family a visit. Mercedes said she used to go over to France every year to celebrate Sala's birthday on October 31 and stay with him, bringing with her ingredients for traditional Argentinian dishes such as empanadas. "He (Sala) was shy, but he would always stop, open the windows and start signing autographs and taking selfies," said Mercedes. "All those fans, today, are the ones that I want to thank because they are still sending me pictures I had never seen before. "I receive so much stuff from France, from England, from the rest of Argentina." Dario spoke of how tight-knit a unit they were while Mercedes said she would speak with Sala as often as two or three times a day. "There was distance, but it was like we were all together," Dario said. "He'd ask me a lot about football, about the team, about his performances." Mercedes says she had never recovered from the death of her eldest son. "I can't say I found peace, unfortunately," she said. "I'm still fighting. "I am practically dead while living. It's been a terrible, terrible year. I loved him so much. I would tell him every day... what a son he was."

Family to mark Emiliano Sala's anniversary in 'quiet contemplation'

Norway's populist Progress Party decided to leave the government over the repatriation of a woman suspected to be a bride of an Islamic State terrorist.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/founding-member-al-salbi-confirmed-as-islamic-states-new-leader-sources-275656">Also Read: Founding member Al-Salbi confirmed as Islamic State's new leader</a>

Prime Minister Erna Solberg will now head a minority government after the Progress Party withdrew support.

The 29-year-old Norwegian woman of Pakistani origin&nbsp;was believed to be married to two Islamic State fighters. Her five-year-old son’s failing health was the reason she was allowed to return to Norway on humanitarian grounds.&nbsp;

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"There was the issue of the terror suspect IS-woman, where the three other parties caved in and brought home the mother and child. We have always been willing to bring home innocent children but we will not compromise with people who have joined terror organisations and are actively working to tear down the values Norway is built on. That was the last straw," Norway's Populist Progress party leader Siv Jensen said.

Jensen added the Progress Party would be "a tougher and clearer party going forward."

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In 2015, 15-year-old Shamina Begum, a UK citizen of Bangladeshi origin had left the country to join the Islamic State. Begum married multiple times and was also part of the moral police of the Caliphate.

However, in February last year during an interview with a newspaper Begum wished to return to the UK to raise her child. The British government responded by saying they would not risk British lives to go and look for terrorists in a failed state.

Last year, 20-year-old Hoda Muthana left the United States to fight the war for the Islamic State. On Twitter, Muthana advocated attacks against US citizens and encouraged more people to support the Caliphate.

In 2019, Muthana surrendered to American troops and expressed her desire to return to the US but President Trump refused to let her back into the country. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/operation-kayla-why-us-named-mission-to-kill-abu-bakr-al-baghdadi-after-arizona-aid-worker-258636">In Pics: Why US named mission to kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi after Arizona aid worker</a>

The issue of stripping citizenship has been contentious. While UNSC has declared citizenship-stripping as largely unconstitutional, governments of UK, France, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Australia reserve the right to strip citizenship from those they deem terrorists.

In the latest case involving Norway, while the Progress Party was against the return of the ISIS bride, three other parties in the ruling coalition favoured it.

Norway's populist Progress Party decided to leave the government over the repatriation of a woman suspected to be a bride of an Islamic State terrorist. Also Read: Founding member Al-Salbi confirmed as Islamic State's new leader Prime Minister Erna Solberg will now head a minority government after the Progress Party withdrew support.

Norway's populist Progress Party decided to leave the government over the repatriation of a woman suspected to be a bride of an Islamic State terrorist. Also Read: Founding member Al-Salbi confirmed as Islamic State's new leader Prime Minister Erna Solberg will now head a minority government after the Progress Party withdrew support. The 29-year-old Norwegian woman of Pakistani origin was believed to be married to two Islamic State fighters. Her five-year-old son’s failing health was the reason she was allowed to return to Norway on humanitarian grounds. Watch Video: "There was the issue of the terror suspect IS-woman, where the three other parties caved in and brought home the mother and child. We have always been willing to bring home innocent children but we will not compromise with people who have joined terror organisations and are actively working to tear down the values Norway is built on. That was the last straw," Norway's Populist Progress party leader Siv Jensen said. Jensen added the Progress Party would be "a tougher and clearer party going forward." In Pics: How US planned operation to kill Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi In 2015, 15-year-old Shamina Begum, a UK citizen of Bangladeshi origin had left the country to join the Islamic State. Begum married multiple times and was also part of the moral police of the Caliphate. However, in February last year during an interview with a newspaper Begum wished to return to the UK to raise her child. The British government responded by saying they would not risk British lives to go and look for terrorists in a failed state. Last year, 20-year-old Hoda Muthana left the United States to fight the war for the Islamic State. On Twitter, Muthana advocated attacks against US citizens and encouraged more people to support the Caliphate. In 2019, Muthana surrendered to American troops and expressed her desire to return to the US but President Trump refused to let her back into the country. In Pics: Why US named mission to kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi after Arizona aid worker The issue of stripping citizenship has been contentious. While UNSC has declared citizenship-stripping as largely unconstitutional, governments of UK, France, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Australia reserve the right to strip citizenship from those they deem terrorists. In the latest case involving Norway, while the Progress Party was against the return of the ISIS bride, three other parties in the ruling coalition favoured it.

Norway's party quits coalition government over suspected Islamic State spouse's repatriation

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