<p>In a recent incident at a middle school in Seegana village, Agra, the principal and a teacher got into a physical fight because the latter reported late to school.&nbsp;&nbsp;A video capturing the altercation&nbsp;has been doing the rounds on social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video that's spreading online shows other teachers and staff members attempting to stop the fight between the two women. As reported by NDTV, the principal physically attacked Gunjan Choudhary, a teacher at the school.</p>

<p>In the widely circulated video, it's evident that the principal started the altercation by assaulting the teacher. During the scuffle, a voice in the background can be heard saying, "This is being recorded. Madam, you're being disrespectful. Is this appropriate?" Meanwhile, a man attempted to intervene and separate the two women.</p>

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<p>While they were fighting, both women pulled at each other's clothes. The principal's clothes got a little torn, and she asked, "Is she going to tear my clothes?"</p>

<p>The report says that the two women insulted each other verbally during the fight.</p>

<p>The teacher allegedly said, "<i>Maar ke dikha de agar dum hain toh. Kya kar lega tu aur tera driver&nbsp;</i>(Hit&nbsp;me if you have guts. What will you and your driver do?)."</p>

<p>"<i>Kisiki dadagiri nahi chalegi yahan</i>&nbsp;(No one's unruly behaviour will be accepted here.)," the principal allegedly said.</p>

<p>According to the report, the principal later went to the police to file a complain against&nbsp;the teacher.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-school-principal-caught-getting-facial-during-work-hours-bites-teacher-who-recorded-video-713019">Also read |&nbsp;WATCH: School principal caught getting facial in work hours, bites teacher who recorded video</a></p>

<h2>Netizens react</h2>

<p>"Why people show their frustrations and insecurities on others especially work colleagues? Its beyond comprehension," wrote one user.</p>

<p>"With role models like these teacher/principal, imagine the fights between students in this school. The entire staff seems be devoid of basic values," posted another person.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-indian-school-turns-classroom-into-swimming-pool-to-beat-the-heat-717096">Also read |&nbsp;Indian school turns&nbsp;classroom&nbsp;into&nbsp;swimming&nbsp;pool to beat the heat</a></p>

<p>"Private schools have become shops where these teachers are salesperson and poor parents r just customers .. what do they teach to the students.. frustrated principal.. and surely her degrees would be from diploma mills," complained a third user.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from&nbsp;agencies)</em></p>

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In a recent incident at a middle school in Seegana village, Agra, the principal and a teacher got into a physical fight because the latter reported late to school.

In a recent incident at a middle school in Seegana village, Agra, the principal and a teacher got into a physical fight because the latter reported late to school. A video capturing the altercation has been doing the rounds on social media. The video that's spreading online shows other teachers and staff members attempting to stop the fight between the two women. As reported by NDTV, the principal physically attacked Gunjan Choudhary, a teacher at the school. In the widely circulated video, it's evident that the principal started the altercation by assaulting the teacher. During the scuffle, a voice in the background can be heard saying, "This is being recorded. Madam, you're being disrespectful. Is this appropriate?" Meanwhile, a man attempted to intervene and separate the two women. Watch the video here: A Principal in Agra beat up a teacher this bad just because she came late to the school. Just look at her facial expressions. She's a PRINCIPAL 😭 @agrapolice pic.twitter.com/db8sKvnNvs — Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj (@DeepikaBhardwaj) May 3, 2024 × While they were fighting, both women pulled at each other's clothes. The principal's clothes got a little torn, and she asked, "Is she going to tear my clothes?" The report says that the two women insulted each other verbally during the fight. The teacher allegedly said, "Maar ke dikha de agar dum hain toh. Kya kar lega tu aur tera driver (Hit me if you have guts. What will you and your driver do?)." "Kisiki dadagiri nahi chalegi yahan (No one's unruly behaviour will be accepted here.)," the principal allegedly said. According to the report, the principal later went to the police to file a complain against the teacher. Also read | WATCH: School principal caught getting facial in work hours, bites teacher who recorded video Netizens react "Why people show their frustrations and insecurities on others especially work colleagues? Its beyond comprehension," wrote one user. "With role models like these teacher/principal, imagine the fights between students in this school. The entire staff seems be devoid of basic values," posted another person. Also read | Indian school turns classroom into swimming pool to beat the heat "Private schools have become shops where these teachers are salesperson and poor parents r just customers .. what do they teach to the students.. frustrated principal.. and surely her degrees would be from diploma mills," complained a third user. (With inputs from agencies)

VIRAL VIDEO: School principal beats up teacher for arriving late to school in India's Agra

<p>Pakistan saw its&nbsp;"wettest April since 1961" with rainfall measuring 59.3 millimetres, more than double the usual average of 22.5 millimetres&nbsp;for the month, according to the country's meteorological department. The report also noted at least 144 fatalities from thunderstorms and house collapses caused by the heavy rain, marking it as the "wettest April since 1961."</p>

<p>Pakistan is having more and more trouble with unpredictable weather, especially the heavy rain&nbsp;that usually comes during monsoon season in July.</p>

<p>In 2022, huge monsoon rains flooded a third of Pakistan during the summer. These floods made millions of people leave their homes and caused about $30 billion in damage and losses for the country, according to the World Bank.</p>

<p>"Climate change is a major factor that is influencing the erratic weather patterns in our region," Zaheer Ahmad Babar, spokesperson for the Pakistan Meteorological Department, told AFP while commenting on the report.</p>

<p>While many parts of Asia are experiencing extreme heatwaves, Pakistan's average national temperature for April was recorded at 23.67 degrees Celsius (74 degrees Fahrenheit), which is 0.87 degrees lower than the usual average of 24.54, as highlighted in the report.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/all-that-is-left-for-pakistan-military-establishment-is-to-murder-me-ex-pm-imran-khan-writes-from-jail-717534">Also read |&nbsp;All that is left for Pakistan military establishment is to murder me: Ex-PM Imran Khan writes from jail</a></p>

<h2><strong>Pakistan's first lunar mission</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, in the realm of space missions,&nbsp;Pakistan's first satellite mission to the Moon was launched alongside China's mission to collect samples from the far side of the Moon.</p>

<p>This mission, called Chang'e-6, will last 53 days and aims to bring back samples for scientific research. It's the first time China has included a satellite from Pakistan in its Moon mission. Pakistan's ICUBE-Q satellite was made by the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in collaboration with China's Shanghai University SJTU and Pakistan's space agency Suparco.</p>

<p>After the launch, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended congratulations to the nation and the scientists for successfully initiating the first lunar orbit mission.</p>

<p>In a statement, Sharif said the ICUBE-Q satellite is Pakistan's first step into space. "Just as in the nuclear field, our scientists, engineers, and talented individuals are diligently striving in this field," he said.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Pakistan government renews order for 'one-dish' policy in weddings</strong></p>

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<p>"This achievement will bolster Pakistan's satellite communication capabilities and pave the way for new opportunities in scientific research, economic development, and national security," the prime minister said.</p>

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Pakistan saw its "wettest April since 1961" with rainfall measuring 59.3 millimetres, more than double the usual average of 22.5 millimetres for the month, according to the country's meteorological department.

Pakistan saw its "wettest April since 1961" with rainfall measuring 59.3 millimetres, more than double the usual average of 22.5 millimetres for the month, according to the country's meteorological department. The report also noted at least 144 fatalities from thunderstorms and house collapses caused by the heavy rain, marking it as the "wettest April since 1961." Pakistan is having more and more trouble with unpredictable weather, especially the heavy rain that usually comes during monsoon season in July. In 2022, huge monsoon rains flooded a third of Pakistan during the summer. These floods made millions of people leave their homes and caused about $30 billion in damage and losses for the country, according to the World Bank. "Climate change is a major factor that is influencing the erratic weather patterns in our region," Zaheer Ahmad Babar, spokesperson for the Pakistan Meteorological Department, told AFP while commenting on the report. While many parts of Asia are experiencing extreme heatwaves, Pakistan's average national temperature for April was recorded at 23.67 degrees Celsius (74 degrees Fahrenheit), which is 0.87 degrees lower than the usual average of 24.54, as highlighted in the report. Also read | All that is left for Pakistan military establishment is to murder me: Ex-PM Imran Khan writes from jail Pakistan's first lunar mission Meanwhile, in the realm of space missions, Pakistan's first satellite mission to the Moon was launched alongside China's mission to collect samples from the far side of the Moon. This mission, called Chang'e-6, will last 53 days and aims to bring back samples for scientific research. It's the first time China has included a satellite from Pakistan in its Moon mission. Pakistan's ICUBE-Q satellite was made by the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in collaboration with China's Shanghai University SJTU and Pakistan's space agency Suparco. After the launch, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended congratulations to the nation and the scientists for successfully initiating the first lunar orbit mission. In a statement, Sharif said the ICUBE-Q satellite is Pakistan's first step into space. "Just as in the nuclear field, our scientists, engineers, and talented individuals are diligently striving in this field," he said. Also watch | Pakistan government renews order for 'one-dish' policy in weddings "This achievement will bolster Pakistan's satellite communication capabilities and pave the way for new opportunities in scientific research, economic development, and national security," the prime minister said. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan experiences ‘wettest April’ in over 60 years with rainfall at 59.3 mm

<p>External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during an event with intellectuals and professionals in the&nbsp;state&nbsp;of Odisha to talk about his book 'Why Bharat Matters,' said that&nbsp;going to the UN on POK was wrong. He also spoke about how the Modi government is focused&nbsp;on improving border infrastructure.</p>

<p>“Sometimes mistakes which previous leaders or governments make can have very far reaching consequences. Even after what happened in Aksai Chin, it took a Modi government to make border infrastructure a priority, because in Aksai Chin we didn’t even know they were building a road," he said.</p>

<p>“That was the extent of our limitations. And in the case of PoK, going to the UN that itself was a big mistake;&nbsp; and then actually agreeing to whatever was agreed to at the time in a ceasefire agreement," he added.</p>

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<p>Jaishankar&nbsp;criticised the Canadian government, led by Justin Trudeau, for allowing&nbsp;"extremism, separatism, and advocates of violence" in the name of free speech. He said that Canada has been granting visas to people linked to organised crime, despite several warnings from India.</p>

<p>During an event with intellectuals and professionals in the state of Odisha to talk about his book 'Why Bharat Matters,' Jaishankar mentioned that some people in Canada, who support Pakistan, have come together&nbsp;and become a powerful political group.</p>

<p>"In some countries, these kinds of people have organised themselves politically and become a political lobby and in some of these democratic countries, the politicians of these countries are made to believe that if they defer to these people or pander to these people, these people have some ability to get a community to support them. So, they have tried to create space for themselves in the politics of these countries. I mean, at this time, it's not so much a problem in the US," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Our biggest problem right now is in Canada. Because in Canada, actually, today the party in power in Canada, and other parties in Canada have given these kinds of extremism, separatism, and advocates of violence a certain legitimacy in the name of free speech. See, when you tell them something, their answer is no, we are a democratic country but it is free speech. The point that they need to understand, it is no longer a world that runs as a one-way street. If there are that which happen out there, there will be pushback. Newton's law of politics will apply there also. There will be a reaction. Others will take steps or counter it," the minister&nbsp;added.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India: 1 IAF soldier killed, four injured in terror attack on IAF convoy in J&amp;K's Poonch</strong></div>

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<p>Jaishankar mentioned hearing about the arrest of three people and 'some investigation' by Canadian police in the killing of&nbsp;Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar&nbsp;. Last June, Nijjar was shot and killed outside a gurdwara in Surrey. A video showing the incident surfaced in March, suggesting it was a 'contract killing'.</p>

<p>Jaishankar also said Canada has been letting in people from India with ties to organised crime, despite warnings from New Delhi.</p>

<p>"Often, when I see for example these kinds of attacks, threats to our embassies, because they concern me very deeply and I tell the foreign minister, suppose if (they) happened to you, if it was your embassy, your diplomat, your flag, how would you react. We have to keep our position strong on this particular report which has come. I also saw it yesterday night, I was coming to Odisha in the morning, somebody may have been arrested, their police may have done some investigation," Jaishankar said at the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But, the fact is that a number of gangland people, a number of people with organised crime links from Punjab have been made welcome in Canada. We have been telling Canada saying look these are wanted criminals from India, you have given them visas. Many of them have come in false documentation and yet you allow them to live there. If you decide to import for political purposes people with very dubious, actually, very negative backgrounds, there will be issues, they have in some cases created problems in their own country as a result of their own policies. No, why would we fear, if something happens there, it is for them to worry about," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-have-to-wait-for-indias-jaishankar-reacts-to-arrests-in-nijjar-murder-case-718139">Also read |&nbsp;Will have to wait for...: India's Jaishankar reacts to arrests in Nijjar murder case</a></p>

<h2><strong>India-Canada row</strong></h2>

<p>India and Canada are facing a big challenge in their diplomatic relations. The&nbsp;issue arose when the Canadian Prime Minister accused agents of the Indian government of being&nbsp;involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Khalistani leader in Canada, in June 2023. The&nbsp;accusation&nbsp;led to tensions between the two countries. India has firmly rejected these allegations, stating that they are baseless and lack credibility.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during an event with intellectuals and professionals in the state of Odisha to talk about his book 'Why Bharat Matters,' said that going to the UN on POK was wrong.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during an event with intellectuals and professionals in the state of Odisha to talk about his book 'Why Bharat Matters,' said that going to the UN on POK was wrong. He also spoke about how the Modi government is focused on improving border infrastructure. “Sometimes mistakes which previous leaders or governments make can have very far reaching consequences. Even after what happened in Aksai Chin, it took a Modi government to make border infrastructure a priority, because in Aksai Chin we didn’t even know they were building a road," he said. “That was the extent of our limitations. And in the case of PoK, going to the UN that itself was a big mistake; and then actually agreeing to whatever was agreed to at the time in a ceasefire agreement," he added. "Going to UN was a mistake..",EAM Jaishankar on POK; points, 'Modi Govt has made border infra a priority..' pic.twitter.com/Hg6dLlIo2j — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) May 5, 2024 × Jaishankar criticised the Canadian government, led by Justin Trudeau, for allowing "extremism, separatism, and advocates of violence" in the name of free speech. He said that Canada has been granting visas to people linked to organised crime, despite several warnings from India. During an event with intellectuals and professionals in the state of Odisha to talk about his book 'Why Bharat Matters,' Jaishankar mentioned that some people in Canada, who support Pakistan, have come together and become a powerful political group. "In some countries, these kinds of people have organised themselves politically and become a political lobby and in some of these democratic countries, the politicians of these countries are made to believe that if they defer to these people or pander to these people, these people have some ability to get a community to support them. So, they have tried to create space for themselves in the politics of these countries. I mean, at this time, it's not so much a problem in the US," he said. #WATCH | On US President Joe Biden's "Xenophobic" remark for India, Japan, China, and Russia, EAM Dr S Jaishankar says, "We are the most open society, till date I have never seen such an open society, such a pluralistic society, such a diverse society, so I would say that we are… pic.twitter.com/glYlzNUgud — ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024 × "Our biggest problem right now is in Canada. Because in Canada, actually, today the party in power in Canada, and other parties in Canada have given these kinds of extremism, separatism, and advocates of violence a certain legitimacy in the name of free speech. See, when you tell them something, their answer is no, we are a democratic country but it is free speech. The point that they need to understand, it is no longer a world that runs as a one-way street. If there are that which happen out there, there will be pushback. Newton's law of politics will apply there also. There will be a reaction. Others will take steps or counter it," the minister added. Also watch | India: 1 IAF soldier killed, four injured in terror attack on IAF convoy in J&K's Poonch Jaishankar mentioned hearing about the arrest of three people and 'some investigation' by Canadian police in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar . Last June, Nijjar was shot and killed outside a gurdwara in Surrey. A video showing the incident surfaced in March, suggesting it was a 'contract killing'. Jaishankar also said Canada has been letting in people from India with ties to organised crime, despite warnings from New Delhi. "Often, when I see for example these kinds of attacks, threats to our embassies, because they concern me very deeply and I tell the foreign minister, suppose if (they) happened to you, if it was your embassy, your diplomat, your flag, how would you react. We have to keep our position strong on this particular report which has come. I also saw it yesterday night, I was coming to Odisha in the morning, somebody may have been arrested, their police may have done some investigation," Jaishankar said at the event. "But, the fact is that a number of gangland people, a number of people with organised crime links from Punjab have been made welcome in Canada. We have been telling Canada saying look these are wanted criminals from India, you have given them visas. Many of them have come in false documentation and yet you allow them to live there. If you decide to import for political purposes people with very dubious, actually, very negative backgrounds, there will be issues, they have in some cases created problems in their own country as a result of their own policies. No, why would we fear, if something happens there, it is for them to worry about," he added. Also read | Will have to wait for...: India's Jaishankar reacts to arrests in Nijjar murder case India-Canada row India and Canada are facing a big challenge in their diplomatic relations. The issue arose when the Canadian Prime Minister accused agents of the Indian government of being involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Khalistani leader in Canada, in June 2023. The accusation led to tensions between the two countries. India has firmly rejected these allegations, stating that they are baseless and lack credibility. (With inputs from agencies)

'Going to UN over PoK was a mistake...': India's Exernal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday (May 5) that his government unanimously voted to close the local branches of Al Jazeera, a broadcaster owned by Qatar. Netanyahu made the announcement on X,&nbsp;though specific details regarding the implications, timing, and permanence of the closure were not immediately provided.</p>

<p>This decision marks a significant escalation in Israel's ongoing conflict with Al Jazeera, potentially increasing tensions with Qatar, the channel's owner. Qatar has been actively involved in mediating efforts to end the Gaza conflict, as reported by the Associated Press.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-not-accept-truce-deal-that-doesnt-completely-end-gaza-war-hamas-718078">Also read |&nbsp;Will not accept truce deal that doesn't completely end Gaza war: Hamas</a></p>

<h2><strong>Al Jazeera's alleged bias&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Al Jazeera has faced longstanding criticism from Israel, which accuses the broadcaster of biased reporting. Despite this, Al Jazeera has maintained a presence in Gaza, broadcasting coverage of the conflict, including airstrikes and humanitarian crises, often portraying Israel negatively. Israel, in turn, has accused Al Jazeera of collaborating with Hamas.</p>

<p>Al Jazeera, which is funded by Qatar's government, didn't respond right away when asked for a comment. Their Arabic channel mentioned the news on Sunday. But their English channel kept running, showing live scenes from East Jerusalem just after Netanyahu's announcement.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Israeli forces detain Greek Consul's personal guard at Church of Holy Sepulchre</strong></p>

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<p>Al Jazeera's English division often presents content similar to other major networks, but its Arabic counterpart frequently airs unedited video statements from Hamas and other militant groups in the region. It faced significant criticism from the US&nbsp;during the occupation of Iraq following the 2003 invasion that ousted Saddam Hussein.</p>

<p>The method by which Israel would enforce such an order remains uncertain.</p>

<h2><strong>Hamas' response</strong></h2>

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<p>Hamas in return has criticised the Israeli government's decision to close Al Jazeera in the country, calling it a&nbsp;"blatant violation of press freedom" and an effort to hide the "truth" of the Gaza war.</p>

<p>The move is "a repressive and retaliatory measure against the professional role of Al Jazeera in exposing the crimes and violations" in Gaza, and "represents the culmination of the declared war against journalists ... aimed at concealing the truth," Hamas said as reported by AFP.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday (May 5) that his government unanimously voted to close the local branches of Al Jazeera, a broadcaster owned by Qatar.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday (May 5) that his government unanimously voted to close the local branches of Al Jazeera, a broadcaster owned by Qatar. Netanyahu made the announcement on X, though specific details regarding the implications, timing, and permanence of the closure were not immediately provided. This decision marks a significant escalation in Israel's ongoing conflict with Al Jazeera, potentially increasing tensions with Qatar, the channel's owner. Qatar has been actively involved in mediating efforts to end the Gaza conflict, as reported by the Associated Press. Also read | Will not accept truce deal that doesn't completely end Gaza war: Hamas Al Jazeera's alleged bias Al Jazeera has faced longstanding criticism from Israel, which accuses the broadcaster of biased reporting. Despite this, Al Jazeera has maintained a presence in Gaza, broadcasting coverage of the conflict, including airstrikes and humanitarian crises, often portraying Israel negatively. Israel, in turn, has accused Al Jazeera of collaborating with Hamas. Al Jazeera, which is funded by Qatar's government, didn't respond right away when asked for a comment. Their Arabic channel mentioned the news on Sunday. But their English channel kept running, showing live scenes from East Jerusalem just after Netanyahu's announcement. Also watch | Israeli forces detain Greek Consul's personal guard at Church of Holy Sepulchre Al Jazeera's English division often presents content similar to other major networks, but its Arabic counterpart frequently airs unedited video statements from Hamas and other militant groups in the region. It faced significant criticism from the US during the occupation of Iraq following the 2003 invasion that ousted Saddam Hussein. The method by which Israel would enforce such an order remains uncertain. Hamas' response Hamas in return has criticised the Israeli government's decision to close Al Jazeera in the country, calling it a "blatant violation of press freedom" and an effort to hide the "truth" of the Gaza war. The move is "a repressive and retaliatory measure against the professional role of Al Jazeera in exposing the crimes and violations" in Gaza, and "represents the culmination of the declared war against journalists ... aimed at concealing the truth," Hamas said as reported by AFP. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel cabinet votes to shut down Al Jazeera offices in country; Hamas reacts

<p>A Pennsylvania resident, who credits an alligator named Wally with helping ease&nbsp;his depression, has reported that the reptile disappeared while the family was vacationing on the Georgia coast. According to The Independent, Wally, known as the "emotional support alligator," was set free in a swamp after being stolen by a gang of pranksters.&nbsp;Wally had&nbsp;gained popularity as an emotional support animal and has active social media accounts with a large following.</p>

<p>In a recent social media update, Joie Henney, the owner of Wally, posted that his pet alligator had been stolen. Henney has been providing regular updates on Wally's Facebook page since then, including a photo of the missing reptile. He disclosed that Wally was taken from his enclosure in the early hours of April 21.</p>

<p>He wrote, “Help is needed!!!!&nbsp; Wally has been stolen…no this is not a joke. He was taken from his pen on Sunday the 21st sometime between 4:30 am to 7:00 am while in Brunswick Georgia. Walking searches have been conducted to no avail.&nbsp; If anyone sees or hears anything please contact Joie directly. Any help is appreciated. Thank you.”</p>

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<p>In another Facebook post, Henney said that pranksters took Wally and left him outside someone's house. The person called the authorities, who then caught Wally and let him go in the wild.</p>

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<p>He wrote, “Okay everyone I am going to lay things out to the best of my ability. Wally was stolen by some jerk who likes to drop alligators off into someone's yard to terrorise them. Once discovered they called DNR, DNR then called a trapper.&nbsp; The trapper came and got Wally and dropped him off in a swamp with about 20 other alligators that same day. The swamp is very large and the trapper said the chances of them finding Wally are slim to none. But this is Wally…..Joie and friends are currently headed to the swamp to search and will continue daily. We just pray with other alligators present that Wally is ok. We are not releasing the location at this time, however, if anyone wants to aid in the search please contact Joie directly for more details.&nbsp; Please continue to pray because we need a miracle.&nbsp; Thank you all for your love and support.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/chinese-lady-stunned-after-discovering-hidden-testicle-in-stomach-doctors-say-she-is-actually-a-man-718089">Also read |&nbsp;Chinese lady stunned after discovering hidden testicle in stomach, doctors say she is actually a man</a></p>

<p>Henney also shared a detailed note, thanking everyone&nbsp;for supporting him.</p>

<p>As of Wednesday, they haven't found the alligator yet, according to The Independent.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A Pennsylvania resident, who credits an alligator named Wally with helping ease his depression, has reported that the reptile disappeared while the family was vacationing on the Georgia coast.

A Pennsylvania resident, who credits an alligator named Wally with helping ease his depression, has reported that the reptile disappeared while the family was vacationing on the Georgia coast. According to The Independent, Wally, known as the "emotional support alligator," was set free in a swamp after being stolen by a gang of pranksters. Wally had gained popularity as an emotional support animal and has active social media accounts with a large following. In a recent social media update, Joie Henney, the owner of Wally, posted that his pet alligator had been stolen. Henney has been providing regular updates on Wally's Facebook page since then, including a photo of the missing reptile. He disclosed that Wally was taken from his enclosure in the early hours of April 21. He wrote, “Help is needed!!!! Wally has been stolen…no this is not a joke. He was taken from his pen on Sunday the 21st sometime between 4:30 am to 7:00 am while in Brunswick Georgia. Walking searches have been conducted to no avail. If anyone sees or hears anything please contact Joie directly. Any help is appreciated. Thank you.” × In another Facebook post, Henney said that pranksters took Wally and left him outside someone's house. The person called the authorities, who then caught Wally and let him go in the wild. × He wrote, “Okay everyone I am going to lay things out to the best of my ability. Wally was stolen by some jerk who likes to drop alligators off into someone's yard to terrorise them. Once discovered they called DNR, DNR then called a trapper. The trapper came and got Wally and dropped him off in a swamp with about 20 other alligators that same day. The swamp is very large and the trapper said the chances of them finding Wally are slim to none. But this is Wally…..Joie and friends are currently headed to the swamp to search and will continue daily. We just pray with other alligators present that Wally is ok. We are not releasing the location at this time, however, if anyone wants to aid in the search please contact Joie directly for more details. Please continue to pray because we need a miracle. Thank you all for your love and support.” Also read | Chinese lady stunned after discovering hidden testicle in stomach, doctors say she is actually a man Henney also shared a detailed note, thanking everyone for supporting him. As of Wednesday, they haven't found the alligator yet, according to The Independent. (With inputs from agencies)

Where’s Wally? Owner speaks out about missing ‘emotional support alligator’

<p>Kenya has made history by appointing a woman to lead its air force for the very first time.</p>

<p>Maj Gen Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed has been selected for this significant role. This appointment by Kenya's President, William Ruto, is especially important&nbsp;given the tragic helicopter crash that occurred just last month.</p>

<p>The crash claimed the lives of key military figures, including the previous leader, prompting an urgent&nbsp;need for fresh leadership within the air force. Maj Gen Ahmed now steps into this pivotal position, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's military history and exemplifying strides towards gender equality and representation within the country's armed forces.</p>

<p>Her appointment to the top job in the air force shows that anyone, regardless of gender, can do it. Maj Gen Fatumah Gaiti Ahmed is Kenya’s first woman to lead the air force, a role that's usually held by men.</p>

<p>She's also the first woman to become a brigadier and major general.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas | Kenya's first female air force commander: Major General Fatuma Ahmed</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Everything about Maj Gen Fatumah Gaiti Ahmed</strong></h2>

<p>Gen Ahmed was born in 1965 and went to Aga Khan High School in Nairobi. She finished her studies at the National Defence College and Defence Staff College in July 2000. She also got a Diploma in Management from Strathmore University College.</p>

<p>After completing her education in 1983, Gen Ahmed was on her way to get her ID when she noticed a recruitment ad by the Kenyan Defence Forces. Taking a chance, she applied and was accepted.</p>

<p>Gen Ahmed joined the Kenya Military Academy as an officer cadet in 1984, and from then on, her progress was unstoppable. Upon completing her training, she was appointed as a second lieutenant in the Kenyan Women’s Service Corps in 1985.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kenya-military-helicopter-crashes-with-defence-chief-on-board-police-712713">Also read |&nbsp;Kenya military helicopter crashes with defence chief on board: Police</a></p>

<p>This Corps was specifically for women recruits, functioning separately from other branches of the military, supposedly to offer support services to male officers.</p>

<p>In a 2015 interview with the African news outlet Nation, she remarked,&nbsp;“It was just an opportunity that presented itself and I decided to go for it.”</p>

<p>However, in 1999, the Women’s Corps was disbanded, and Gen Ahmed was transferred to the Kenyan Air Force.</p>

<p>Significantly, Gen Ahmed became the first woman in Kenyan military history to advance in rank.</p>

<p>In 2015, she was elevated to the rank of Brigadier by then President Uhuru Kenyatta.</p>

<p>In 2021, her exceptional career was further recognised when she was promoted to the rank of Major General.</p>

<p>In 2023, President William Ruto appointed her as the Senior Directing Staff Air.</p>

<p>Maj Gen Ahmed also worked as the second-in-command of a battalion and as a staff officer handling audit, personnel, and records.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from&nbsp;agencies)</em></p>


Kenya has made history by appointing a woman to lead its air force for the very first time. Maj Gen Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed has been selected for this significant role.

Kenya has made history by appointing a woman to lead its air force for the very first time. Maj Gen Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed has been selected for this significant role. This appointment by Kenya's President, William Ruto, is especially important given the tragic helicopter crash that occurred just last month. The crash claimed the lives of key military figures, including the previous leader, prompting an urgent need for fresh leadership within the air force. Maj Gen Ahmed now steps into this pivotal position, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's military history and exemplifying strides towards gender equality and representation within the country's armed forces. Her appointment to the top job in the air force shows that anyone, regardless of gender, can do it. Maj Gen Fatumah Gaiti Ahmed is Kenya’s first woman to lead the air force, a role that's usually held by men. She's also the first woman to become a brigadier and major general. Also watch | Gravitas | Kenya's first female air force commander: Major General Fatuma Ahmed Everything about Maj Gen Fatumah Gaiti Ahmed Gen Ahmed was born in 1965 and went to Aga Khan High School in Nairobi. She finished her studies at the National Defence College and Defence Staff College in July 2000. She also got a Diploma in Management from Strathmore University College. After completing her education in 1983, Gen Ahmed was on her way to get her ID when she noticed a recruitment ad by the Kenyan Defence Forces. Taking a chance, she applied and was accepted. Gen Ahmed joined the Kenya Military Academy as an officer cadet in 1984, and from then on, her progress was unstoppable. Upon completing her training, she was appointed as a second lieutenant in the Kenyan Women’s Service Corps in 1985. Also read | Kenya military helicopter crashes with defence chief on board: Police This Corps was specifically for women recruits, functioning separately from other branches of the military, supposedly to offer support services to male officers. In a 2015 interview with the African news outlet Nation, she remarked, “It was just an opportunity that presented itself and I decided to go for it.” However, in 1999, the Women’s Corps was disbanded, and Gen Ahmed was transferred to the Kenyan Air Force. Significantly, Gen Ahmed became the first woman in Kenyan military history to advance in rank. In 2015, she was elevated to the rank of Brigadier by then President Uhuru Kenyatta. In 2021, her exceptional career was further recognised when she was promoted to the rank of Major General. In 2023, President William Ruto appointed her as the Senior Directing Staff Air. Maj Gen Ahmed also worked as the second-in-command of a battalion and as a staff officer handling audit, personnel, and records. (With inputs from agencies)

History made: Kenya appoints first woman air force head

<p>Ecuadorian beauty queen<a href="https://www.instagram.com/landyparraga.ec/"> Landy Párraga Goyburo</a> was shot and killed in a restaurant during the daytime on Satuday (May 4).&nbsp;It's said that her post on Instagram led her killers to find her there. Police are investigating, and there's speculation that the attack was ordered by the spouse of a drug lord she was rumoured to have been involved with.</p>

<p>The New York Post said that Goyburo was talking to a man inside the restaurant. She saw masked attackers coming in. Then, a gunman shot at both Goyburo and the man she was talking to. After that, the gunman and another person fled the scene.</p>

<p>According to the outlet, Goyburo competed in the 2022 Miss Ecuador contest, representing Los Rios province. She has a sportswear line and has amassed over a million followers on her social media pages.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-ecuador-on-edge-as-it-faces-fresh-violence-after-govts-crackdown-on-gangs-678906">Also read |&nbsp;Explained | How Ecuador became a nation held hostage by its own criminal gangs</a></p>

<p>In December last year, her name was mentioned in a conversation between deceased drug trafficker Leandro Norero and his accountant, Helive Angulo. The Attorney General’s Office was reportedly looking into her finances, but she was never charged with any crime. She has not publicly commented on Norero.</p>

<p>Goyburo was shot three times at the restaurant.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuador-files-lawsuit-against-mexico-at-world-court-over-asylum-decision-716458">Also read |&nbsp;Ecuador files lawsuit against Mexico at World Court over asylum decision</a></p>

<p>Investigators found Goyburo's photos on Norero's phone, along with evidence that he gave her expensive gifts like cars, according to The Telegraph newspaper.</p>

<p>During Angulo's trial in court, prosecutors said that the deceased drug trafficker pleaded with the accountant not to tell anyone about his relationship with the beauty queen, saying,&nbsp;"If my wife comes across anything about her, I’m screwed."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ecuadorian beauty queen Landy Párraga Goyburo was shot and killed in a restaurant during the daytime on Satuday (May 4). It's said that her post on Instagram led her killers to find her there.

Ecuadorian beauty queen Landy Párraga Goyburo was shot and killed in a restaurant during the daytime on Satuday (May 4). It's said that her post on Instagram led her killers to find her there. Police are investigating, and there's speculation that the attack was ordered by the spouse of a drug lord she was rumoured to have been involved with. The New York Post said that Goyburo was talking to a man inside the restaurant. She saw masked attackers coming in. Then, a gunman shot at both Goyburo and the man she was talking to. After that, the gunman and another person fled the scene. According to the outlet, Goyburo competed in the 2022 Miss Ecuador contest, representing Los Rios province. She has a sportswear line and has amassed over a million followers on her social media pages. Also read | Explained | How Ecuador became a nation held hostage by its own criminal gangs In December last year, her name was mentioned in a conversation between deceased drug trafficker Leandro Norero and his accountant, Helive Angulo. The Attorney General’s Office was reportedly looking into her finances, but she was never charged with any crime. She has not publicly commented on Norero. Goyburo was shot three times at the restaurant. Also read | Ecuador files lawsuit against Mexico at World Court over asylum decision Investigators found Goyburo's photos on Norero's phone, along with evidence that he gave her expensive gifts like cars, according to The Telegraph newspaper. During Angulo's trial in court, prosecutors said that the deceased drug trafficker pleaded with the accountant not to tell anyone about his relationship with the beauty queen, saying, "If my wife comes across anything about her, I’m screwed." (With inputs from agencies)

Ecuadorian beauty queen fatally shot after her Instagram post leads killers to her location

<p>Nepal announced on Friday (May 3) the issuance of a new ₹ 100 currency note featuring a map that includes the contentious territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani, previously denounced by India as "artificial enlargement" and "untenable".</p>

<p>"The meeting of the council of ministers chaired by Prime Minister Pushpakamal Dahal 'Prachanda' took a decision to print the new map of Nepal, which includes the Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani in the&nbsp;₹&nbsp;100 denomination bank notes," government spokesperson Rekha Sharma told media persons while briefing about the cabinet decision.</p>

<p>"The cabinet approved to re-design the banknote of&nbsp;₹&nbsp;100 and replace the old map printed in the background of the bank note during the cabinet meetings held on April 25 and May 2," Sharma, who is also the Minister for Information and Communication, added.</p>

<h2><strong>India's reaction</strong></h2>

<p>In reaction to this move, S Jaishankar, India's Foreign Minister, disagreed with Nepal's decision to put disputed Indian areas on their new Rs 100 currency note. He said India's position on this is clear and that Nepal acted on its own. He also mentioned that even though both countries are talking about border issues, Nepal's actions won't change things on the ground.</p>

<p>"I saw that report. I have not looked at it in detail, but I think our position is very clear. With Nepal, we were having discussions about our boundary matters through an established platform. And then in the middle of that, they unilaterally took some measures on their side. But by doing something on their side, they are not going to change the situation between us or the reality on the ground," said&nbsp;Jaishankar&nbsp;while interacting with professionals in Bhubaneswar on "Why Bharat Matters."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-calls-backs-nepalis-recruited-in-russian-army-to-fight-against-ukraine-683616">Also read |&nbsp;Nepal calls back its citizens recruited in Russian Army to fight against Ukraine</a></p>

<p>On June 18, 2020, Nepal finalised the revision of its political map to include three strategically significant regions—Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura—through a constitutional amendment. India strongly responded, calling&nbsp;it a "unilateral act" and criticising Nepal's "artificial enlargement" of territorial claims, deeming them "untenable". India asserts ownership of Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura.</p>

<p>Nepal's boundary spans more than 1,850 km, bordering five Indian states: Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.</p>

<p>Separately,&nbsp;firefighters and residents from the local area struggled against a significant wildfire on the periphery of Nepal's capital. This comes as the Himalayan nation faces an intense fire season attributed by authorities to a heatwave.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Nepal battles raging wildfires across the country</strong></p>

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<p>Annually, Nepal experiences a series of wildfires, typically commencing in March. However, in recent years, both the frequency and severity of these fires have escalated, attributed to climate change resulting in drier winters.</p>

<p>Government data indicates that this year, over 4,500 wildfires have been documented throughout the country, nearly twice the number reported last year. However, this figure falls short of the peak wildfire season recorded in 2021.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Nepal announced on Friday (May 3) the issuance of a new ₹ 100 currency note featuring a map that includes the contentious territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani, previously denounced by India as "artificial enlargement" and "untenable".

Nepal announced on Friday (May 3) the issuance of a new ₹ 100 currency note featuring a map that includes the contentious territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani, previously denounced by India as "artificial enlargement" and "untenable". "The meeting of the council of ministers chaired by Prime Minister Pushpakamal Dahal 'Prachanda' took a decision to print the new map of Nepal, which includes the Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani in the ₹ 100 denomination bank notes," government spokesperson Rekha Sharma told media persons while briefing about the cabinet decision. "The cabinet approved to re-design the banknote of ₹ 100 and replace the old map printed in the background of the bank note during the cabinet meetings held on April 25 and May 2," Sharma, who is also the Minister for Information and Communication, added. India's reaction In reaction to this move, S Jaishankar, India's Foreign Minister, disagreed with Nepal's decision to put disputed Indian areas on their new Rs 100 currency note. He said India's position on this is clear and that Nepal acted on its own. He also mentioned that even though both countries are talking about border issues, Nepal's actions won't change things on the ground. "I saw that report. I have not looked at it in detail, but I think our position is very clear. With Nepal, we were having discussions about our boundary matters through an established platform. And then in the middle of that, they unilaterally took some measures on their side. But by doing something on their side, they are not going to change the situation between us or the reality on the ground," said Jaishankar while interacting with professionals in Bhubaneswar on "Why Bharat Matters." Also read | Nepal calls back its citizens recruited in Russian Army to fight against Ukraine On June 18, 2020, Nepal finalised the revision of its political map to include three strategically significant regions—Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura—through a constitutional amendment. India strongly responded, calling it a "unilateral act" and criticising Nepal's "artificial enlargement" of territorial claims, deeming them "untenable". India asserts ownership of Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura. Nepal's boundary spans more than 1,850 km, bordering five Indian states: Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Separately, firefighters and residents from the local area struggled against a significant wildfire on the periphery of Nepal's capital. This comes as the Himalayan nation faces an intense fire season attributed by authorities to a heatwave. Also watch | Nepal battles raging wildfires across the country Annually, Nepal experiences a series of wildfires, typically commencing in March. However, in recent years, both the frequency and severity of these fires have escalated, attributed to climate change resulting in drier winters. Government data indicates that this year, over 4,500 wildfires have been documented throughout the country, nearly twice the number reported last year. However, this figure falls short of the peak wildfire season recorded in 2021. (With inputs from agencies)

New map on Nepal's 100 rupee note to incorporate Indian areas, including Kalapani; India reacts

<p>A 26-year-old woman and her newborn baby died after doctors performed a C-section using mobile phone flashlights at a maternity home in Mumbai's Bhandup area. The maternity home is run by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The woman, Sahidun, was married to Khusruddin Ansari for 11 months, and they lived in Bhandup. She went to the hospital on April 29 after having labour pains.</p>

<p>As per information, the municipal corporation has&nbsp;established a committee to investigate the deaths of the woman and her newborn baby.</p>

<p>According to Sahidun's brother-in-law, Sharukh Ansari, the original plan was for a natural delivery. However, because the baby's heartbeat was low, the medical team opted for a cesarean section.</p>

<p>"Despite the lack of adequate lighting, they proceeded with the operation using a handheld torch. Although other hospital options were available, the doctors chose to continue with the procedure under risky conditions," he said as quoted by&nbsp;Free Press Journal.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pregnant-women-working-in-extreme-heat-are-more-prone-to-miscarriage-and-stillbirth-new-study-suggests-702667">Also read |&nbsp;Pregnant women working in extreme heat are more prone to miscarriage and stillbirth, says new study</a></p>

<h2><strong>Power outage leads to tragic death</strong></h2>

<p>When discussing her daughter-in-law's health, the mother-in-law mentioned that she was in perfect health, and all her medical reports were normal. She also mentioned that her daughter-in-law was admitted at 7 am on Monday and remained in the hospital until 8 pm, with the doctors repeatedly assuring that the delivery would proceed naturally.</p>

<p>She added, “Then, when I went to meet her, I saw that she was covered in blood. They had made an incision and then came to get a signature saying she had suffered a fit and a C-section was needed."</p>

<p>"That's when the power went out and they did not send us to another hospital even after that. They took us to the operation theatre and did the delivery with the help of a phone torch. The child died and, when we cried, the doctor said the mother would survive. They referred us to Sion Hospital, but she had died by then. There was no oxygen available either," the mother-in-law was quoted as saying by&nbsp;NDTV.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/pregnancy-can-make-you-age-faster-says-new-study-709459">Also read |&nbsp;Pregnancy takes a toll on the biological age of women: Study</a></p>

<p>A senior doctor from the maternity hospital, who chose to remain anonymous, also commented on the power outage, mentioning that there was a problem with the generator.</p>

<p>“Surgery was almost done when the electricity went off. They had to rely on the torch as the generator gave problems. It is not the doctor’s fault. The generator was repaired on the same day. The engineer had visited the hospital to check on the generator the previous day also," the doctor said as quoted by&nbsp;Hindustan Times.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>


A 26-year-old woman and her newborn baby died after doctors performed a C-section using mobile phone flashlights at a maternity home in Mumbai's Bhandup area. The maternity home is run by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

A 26-year-old woman and her newborn baby died after doctors performed a C-section using mobile phone flashlights at a maternity home in Mumbai's Bhandup area. The maternity home is run by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The woman, Sahidun, was married to Khusruddin Ansari for 11 months, and they lived in Bhandup. She went to the hospital on April 29 after having labour pains. As per information, the municipal corporation has established a committee to investigate the deaths of the woman and her newborn baby. According to Sahidun's brother-in-law, Sharukh Ansari, the original plan was for a natural delivery. However, because the baby's heartbeat was low, the medical team opted for a cesarean section. "Despite the lack of adequate lighting, they proceeded with the operation using a handheld torch. Although other hospital options were available, the doctors chose to continue with the procedure under risky conditions," he said as quoted by Free Press Journal. Also read | Pregnant women working in extreme heat are more prone to miscarriage and stillbirth, says new study Power outage leads to tragic death When discussing her daughter-in-law's health, the mother-in-law mentioned that she was in perfect health, and all her medical reports were normal. She also mentioned that her daughter-in-law was admitted at 7 am on Monday and remained in the hospital until 8 pm, with the doctors repeatedly assuring that the delivery would proceed naturally. She added, “Then, when I went to meet her, I saw that she was covered in blood. They had made an incision and then came to get a signature saying she had suffered a fit and a C-section was needed." "That's when the power went out and they did not send us to another hospital even after that. They took us to the operation theatre and did the delivery with the help of a phone torch. The child died and, when we cried, the doctor said the mother would survive. They referred us to Sion Hospital, but she had died by then. There was no oxygen available either," the mother-in-law was quoted as saying by NDTV. Also read | Pregnancy takes a toll on the biological age of women: Study A senior doctor from the maternity hospital, who chose to remain anonymous, also commented on the power outage, mentioning that there was a problem with the generator. “Surgery was almost done when the electricity went off. They had to rely on the torch as the generator gave problems. It is not the doctor’s fault. The generator was repaired on the same day. The engineer had visited the hospital to check on the generator the previous day also," the doctor said as quoted by Hindustan Times. (With inputs from agencies)

Doctors perform C-section using mobile flashlight at Mumbai hospital; mother and newborn both die

<p>Hong Kong experienced its warmest April on record last month, with an average day temperature of 26.4 degrees Celsius, according to the city's weather observatory. This marks the highest temperature recorded for April in the 140 years since meteorological records began&nbsp;in 1884.</p>

<p>"Summer is not yet here but April was already record-breakingly hot," the observatory announced on social media.</p>

<p>Observatory data revealed&nbsp;that Hong Kong, a subtropical Chinese city, has been grappling with increasingly extreme heat in recent years, witnessing many&nbsp;high-temperature records, both daily and monthly, since 2019.</p>

<p>On April 27, the city set new daily temperature records for April, with the highest daily maximum reaching 28.8 degrees Celsius and the highest daily low at 27.7 degrees Celsius. This is a significant departure from the average daily temperature range of 21.1 to 25.6 degrees Celsius observed between 1991 and 2020.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/hong-kong-launches-asias-1st-bitcoin-ether-etfs-pioneering-virtual-asset-investment-716507">Also read |&nbsp;Hong Kong launches Asia's 1st Bitcoin, Ether ETFs, pioneering virtual asset investment</a></p>

<p>The unusually warm April followed an exceptionally warm winter from December to February and a much warmer than usual March. The observatory forecasts above-normal temperatures throughout 2024.</p>

<p>In response to the rising temperatures, Hong Kong's labour department updated its heat stress warning system, now linked to the observatory's hot weather alerts. It has also doubled the minimum duration of a heat advisory from 30 minutes to one hour, mandating rest periods or work suspension based on temperature levels and job types.</p>

<p>Despite reports of fatalities due to heatstroke at work, Hong Kong has not classified heatstroke as a work-related injury in its laws. The labour department introduced its heat stress warning system last year; however, critics argue that its warning thresholds are too high and lack legal accountability for non-compliant employers.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-villagers-stage-doraemon-parade-to-appease-rain-gods-in-sweltering-heat-watch-717403">Also read |&nbsp;Thai villagers stage 'Doraemon parade' to appease rain gods in sweltering heat</a></p>

<p>Scientists globally warn that human-induced climate change will lead to more frequent and intense heatwaves, posing significant challenges for societies worldwide.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Hong Kong experienced its warmest April on record last month, with an average day temperature of 26.4 degrees Celsius, according to the city's weather observatory.

Hong Kong experienced its warmest April on record last month, with an average day temperature of 26.4 degrees Celsius, according to the city's weather observatory. This marks the highest temperature recorded for April in the 140 years since meteorological records began in 1884. "Summer is not yet here but April was already record-breakingly hot," the observatory announced on social media. Observatory data revealed that Hong Kong, a subtropical Chinese city, has been grappling with increasingly extreme heat in recent years, witnessing many high-temperature records, both daily and monthly, since 2019. On April 27, the city set new daily temperature records for April, with the highest daily maximum reaching 28.8 degrees Celsius and the highest daily low at 27.7 degrees Celsius. This is a significant departure from the average daily temperature range of 21.1 to 25.6 degrees Celsius observed between 1991 and 2020. Also read | Hong Kong launches Asia's 1st Bitcoin, Ether ETFs, pioneering virtual asset investment The unusually warm April followed an exceptionally warm winter from December to February and a much warmer than usual March. The observatory forecasts above-normal temperatures throughout 2024. In response to the rising temperatures, Hong Kong's labour department updated its heat stress warning system, now linked to the observatory's hot weather alerts. It has also doubled the minimum duration of a heat advisory from 30 minutes to one hour, mandating rest periods or work suspension based on temperature levels and job types. Despite reports of fatalities due to heatstroke at work, Hong Kong has not classified heatstroke as a work-related injury in its laws. The labour department introduced its heat stress warning system last year; however, critics argue that its warning thresholds are too high and lack legal accountability for non-compliant employers. Also read | Thai villagers stage 'Doraemon parade' to appease rain gods in sweltering heat Scientists globally warn that human-induced climate change will lead to more frequent and intense heatwaves, posing significant challenges for societies worldwide. (With inputs from agencies)

Record-breaking heatwave: Hong Kong experiences hottest April in 140 years

<p>Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna, implicated in a sexual abuse case, used a diplomatic passport to travel to Germany, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2).</p>

<p>The Ministry clarified that neither did he seek nor was granted political clearance for his trip to the country. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal mentioned during a press briefing that the Ministry did not issue any visa note for the MP to visit any other country.</p>

<p>“No political clearance was either sought from or issued by MEA in respect of the travel of the said MP to Germany. Obviously, no visa note was issued either. No visa is required for diplomatic passport holders to travel to Germany. The Ministry has also not issued any visa note for any other country for the said MP…Yes, he travelled on a diplomatic passport,” said&nbsp;Jaiswal.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/prajwal-revanna-sex-tape-row-karnataka-minister-likens-disgraced-mp-with-lord-krishna-717314">Also read |&nbsp;Prajwal Revanna sex tape row: Karnataka minister's low-brow remark links disgraced MP with Lord Krishna</a></p>

<p>The explanation follows a day after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, requesting the Centre to revoke Prajwal's diplomatic passport and facilitate his repatriation through diplomatic and law enforcement channels.</p>

<p>The letter came while Prajwal, who is the grandson of JD(S) founder and former prime minister H D Deve Gowda, asked for seven more days to meet the Special Investigation Team (SIT) looking into the sexual abuse claims against him. On the same day, the SIT sent notices to Prajwal and his father H D Revanna, who were accused based on a complaint from one of the women involved.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India: Karnataka govt issues 'look out' notice against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna</strong></p>

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<p>At the same time, the SIT investigating the accusations of sexual abuse against Prajwal issued a lookout circular when he didn't show up before its officials after receiving a notice to appear on Tuesday.</p>

<h2><strong>What's the case?</strong></h2>

<p>Many videos claiming to show Prajwal Revanna sexually abusing women have spread in Karnataka, causing anger.</p>

<p>Allegations against Revanna surfaced initially in June last year. However, he obtained a court order preventing media coverage of what were termed as "edited videos."</p>

<p>Just five days before the 26th April elections in Hassan, where Revanna is running for reelection as an MP, thousands of USB drives were distributed in public places like bus stops and parks. These clips, reportedly recorded by Revanna himself, displayed the faces of the women he allegedly abused.</p>

<p>Following a complaint from one woman, Nagalakshmi Chaudhary, the head of Karnataka's women's commission, wrote to the state police chief, urging action against the offenders.</p>

<p>The woman claimed she decided to come forward after watching clips of other victims online.</p>

<p><em>With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna, implicated in a sexual abuse case, used a diplomatic passport to travel to Germany, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2).

Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna, implicated in a sexual abuse case, used a diplomatic passport to travel to Germany, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2). The Ministry clarified that neither did he seek nor was granted political clearance for his trip to the country. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal mentioned during a press briefing that the Ministry did not issue any visa note for the MP to visit any other country. “No political clearance was either sought from or issued by MEA in respect of the travel of the said MP to Germany. Obviously, no visa note was issued either. No visa is required for diplomatic passport holders to travel to Germany. The Ministry has also not issued any visa note for any other country for the said MP…Yes, he travelled on a diplomatic passport,” said Jaiswal. Also read | Prajwal Revanna sex tape row: Karnataka minister's low-brow remark links disgraced MP with Lord Krishna The explanation follows a day after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, requesting the Centre to revoke Prajwal's diplomatic passport and facilitate his repatriation through diplomatic and law enforcement channels. The letter came while Prajwal, who is the grandson of JD(S) founder and former prime minister H D Deve Gowda, asked for seven more days to meet the Special Investigation Team (SIT) looking into the sexual abuse claims against him. On the same day, the SIT sent notices to Prajwal and his father H D Revanna, who were accused based on a complaint from one of the women involved. Also watch | India: Karnataka govt issues 'look out' notice against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna At the same time, the SIT investigating the accusations of sexual abuse against Prajwal issued a lookout circular when he didn't show up before its officials after receiving a notice to appear on Tuesday. What's the case? Many videos claiming to show Prajwal Revanna sexually abusing women have spread in Karnataka, causing anger. Allegations against Revanna surfaced initially in June last year. However, he obtained a court order preventing media coverage of what were termed as "edited videos." Just five days before the 26th April elections in Hassan, where Revanna is running for reelection as an MP, thousands of USB drives were distributed in public places like bus stops and parks. These clips, reportedly recorded by Revanna himself, displayed the faces of the women he allegedly abused. Following a complaint from one woman, Nagalakshmi Chaudhary, the head of Karnataka's women's commission, wrote to the state police chief, urging action against the offenders. The woman claimed she decided to come forward after watching clips of other victims online. With inputs from agencies)

Prajwal Revanna went to Germany on diplomatic passport, no political clearance sought: MEA

<p>In recent weeks, Thailand has been dealing with&nbsp;sweltering conditions as temperatures soar&nbsp;across the region. Experts attribute this trend to climate change, which is causing heatwaves to become more frequent, prolonged, and intense.</p>

<p>In Nakhon Sawan province, located in central Thailand, the absence of rain for months has led villagers in Phayuha Khiri District to resort to a unique ritual to break the drought.</p>

<p>Traditionally known as "Hae Nang Meaw," or the parading of a female cat, villagers have opted to parade&nbsp;Japanese manga cat Doraemon or HelloKitty dolls instead.</p>

<p><strong>Watch the video here:</strong></p>

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<p>These parades involve sparkly dressed participants carrying a tinsel-decked cage containing the stuffed toy through the village, while onlookers sprinkle it with water.</p>

<p>The ritual stems from the belief that cats, known for their aversion to water, have the power to summon rainfall with their meows after being drenched.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soaring-temperatures-prompt-suspension-of-classes-in-philippines-714690">Also read |&nbsp;Soaring temperatures prompt suspension of classes in Philippines</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, the scorching heat caused railway tracks to buckle. With temperatures reaching 41 degrees Celsius (105 Fahrenheit), railway workers had to douse the rails with water to bend them back into shape.</p>

<p>The State Railway of Thailand attributed the track warping to the "extreme heat" experienced between Ron Phibun and Khao Chum Thong on April 30. Hour-long dousing with water and ice made the&nbsp;tracks&nbsp;usable again.</p>

<h2><strong>Mitigation efforts&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Deputy state railway governor Jaray Rungthani who spoke to&nbsp;AFP stressed on&nbsp;the need for vigilance as temperatures remained high. He assured that railway station managers would assist passengers and handle the heatwave situation based on forecasts.</p>

<p>The heatwave has not only affected&nbsp;Thailand but&nbsp;extended&nbsp;across the region, from Bangladesh to the Philippines.</p>

<p>This exceptional warmth is partly attributed to the El Niño phenomenon and underscores the accelerated warming trend in Asia compared to the global average, as highlighted by the UN's World Meteorological Organisation.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Heatwave sweeps across Asia</strong></p>

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<p>As energy grids strain and schools close, the impact of such heatwaves on communities is significant and calls for proactive measures to mitigate their effects.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In recent weeks, Thailand has been dealing with sweltering conditions as temperatures soar across the region. Experts attribute this trend to climate change, which is causing heatwaves to become more frequent, prolonged, and intense.

In recent weeks, Thailand has been dealing with sweltering conditions as temperatures soar across the region. Experts attribute this trend to climate change, which is causing heatwaves to become more frequent, prolonged, and intense. In Nakhon Sawan province, located in central Thailand, the absence of rain for months has led villagers in Phayuha Khiri District to resort to a unique ritual to break the drought. Traditionally known as "Hae Nang Meaw," or the parading of a female cat, villagers have opted to parade Japanese manga cat Doraemon or HelloKitty dolls instead. Watch the video here: With no rain in many areas of Thailand and a record breaking heatwave, a rain-making ceremony was held.Traditionally, a real cat would be used, but it seems the locals decided on Doraemon instead. They are sacrificing a doremon for rain...i don't know if I shud laugh or cry😂😭 pic.twitter.com/ScZYq9jxbP — 🕊️Roots (@auroora_15242) May 1, 2024 × These parades involve sparkly dressed participants carrying a tinsel-decked cage containing the stuffed toy through the village, while onlookers sprinkle it with water. The ritual stems from the belief that cats, known for their aversion to water, have the power to summon rainfall with their meows after being drenched. Also read | Soaring temperatures prompt suspension of classes in Philippines Meanwhile, in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, the scorching heat caused railway tracks to buckle. With temperatures reaching 41 degrees Celsius (105 Fahrenheit), railway workers had to douse the rails with water to bend them back into shape. The State Railway of Thailand attributed the track warping to the "extreme heat" experienced between Ron Phibun and Khao Chum Thong on April 30. Hour-long dousing with water and ice made the tracks usable again. Mitigation efforts Deputy state railway governor Jaray Rungthani who spoke to AFP stressed on the need for vigilance as temperatures remained high. He assured that railway station managers would assist passengers and handle the heatwave situation based on forecasts. The heatwave has not only affected Thailand but extended across the region, from Bangladesh to the Philippines. This exceptional warmth is partly attributed to the El Niño phenomenon and underscores the accelerated warming trend in Asia compared to the global average, as highlighted by the UN's World Meteorological Organisation. Also watch | Heatwave sweeps across Asia As energy grids strain and schools close, the impact of such heatwaves on communities is significant and calls for proactive measures to mitigate their effects. (With inputs from agencies)

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