Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday expressed grief over the death of former finance minister and party colleague <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-politicians-arrive-at-jaitleys-residence-to-pay-tribute-last-rites-to-take-place-tomorrow-at-nigambodh-ghat-245311">Arun Jaitley</a>, describing him as a food lover who never failed to recommend good restaurants.

"As a person, Arunji will be remembered as a soft-spoken, erudite and warm-hearted person. A food lover, he never failed to recommend good restaurants to me," he said in a statement.

Advani said that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/life-and-times-of-arun-jaitley-an-impeccable-strategist-and-bjps-precious-diamond-245285">Jaitley</a> was an outstanding parliamentarian and a great administrator, besides being a big luminary in the legal arena.

"He was also someone who valued and nurtured his friendship with people across the political spectrum," he said.

Recalling his contribution to BJP, Advani described Jaitley as a dedicated party worker who was known for his sharp and analytical mind and the party always depended on him for solutions to complex issues.

"A dedicated party worker for decades, he was someone who was inducted into the BJP core team when I was Party President and he soon rose to become one of the most prominent leaders of the party," he said.

"Arunji was known and respected for his sharp, analytical mind and everyone in the BJP always depended on him for finding solutions to complex issues," the veteran leader stressed.

"Also on every Deepawali, he made it a point to come with his family to our home to wish us. Although Arunji was hospitalised for the last couple of weeks, we were all hoping that he would recover soon," he said.

Advani said that Jaitley's demise is not only a huge loss to the BJP, but also to the nation.

"To me, it is a personal loss that has left a huge void. May his soul rest in peace," he added.

Jaitley passed away at AIIMS in New Delhi. He was admitted to the AIIMS earlier this month after he complained of restlessness.

The former Finance Minister was placed under observation at the hospital's Cardio-Neuro-Centre.Several leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and other top BJP and Congress leaders had continued to visit Jaitley who was kept on life-support.Jaitley will be cremated at Nigam Bodh Ghat on Sunday.&nbsp;

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday expressed grief over the death of former finance minister and party colleague Arun Jaitley, describing him as a food lover who never failed to recommend good restaurants.

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday expressed grief over the death of former finance minister and party colleague Arun Jaitley, describing him as a food lover who never failed to recommend good restaurants. "As a person, Arunji will be remembered as a soft-spoken, erudite and warm-hearted person. A food lover, he never failed to recommend good restaurants to me," he said in a statement. Advani said that Jaitley was an outstanding parliamentarian and a great administrator, besides being a big luminary in the legal arena. "He was also someone who valued and nurtured his friendship with people across the political spectrum," he said. Recalling his contribution to BJP, Advani described Jaitley as a dedicated party worker who was known for his sharp and analytical mind and the party always depended on him for solutions to complex issues. "A dedicated party worker for decades, he was someone who was inducted into the BJP core team when I was Party President and he soon rose to become one of the most prominent leaders of the party," he said. "Arunji was known and respected for his sharp, analytical mind and everyone in the BJP always depended on him for finding solutions to complex issues," the veteran leader stressed. "Also on every Deepawali, he made it a point to come with his family to our home to wish us. Although Arunji was hospitalised for the last couple of weeks, we were all hoping that he would recover soon," he said. Advani said that Jaitley's demise is not only a huge loss to the BJP, but also to the nation. "To me, it is a personal loss that has left a huge void. May his soul rest in peace," he added. Jaitley passed away at AIIMS in New Delhi. He was admitted to the AIIMS earlier this month after he complained of restlessness. The former Finance Minister was placed under observation at the hospital's Cardio-Neuro-Centre.Several leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and other top BJP and Congress leaders had continued to visit Jaitley who was kept on life-support.Jaitley will be cremated at Nigam Bodh Ghat on Sunday.

As food lover, Jaitley never failed to recommend good restaurants to me: LK Advani

Taliban's head spokesman Sohail Shaheen, in an interview with a US news channel, said there is no proof that Al Qaeda was behind the deadly 9/11 attack in the United States.

Shaheen comments came at the time when <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-president-donald-trump-hails-very-good-discussions-with-the-taliban-243958">US-Taliban talks</a> are underway in Qatar.&nbsp;

Shaheen also stressed on the necessity for the war to end, adding that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/two-us-service-members-killed-in-afghanistan-nato-244690">death of two US service members in Afghanistan</a> highlights the fact that stopping of violence is essential.&nbsp;

Two American service members were killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday, the NATO-led Resolute Support mission said in a statement, as the United States seeks to reach a negotiated end to the nearly 18-year-old war.

The incident brings the number of US troops killed in Afghanistan to at least 14 in 2019.

About 14,000 US troops are stationed in Afghanistan as part of the US-led NATO mission to train, assist and advise Afghan forces and to carry out counter-terrorism operations.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the US military role in Afghanistan has basically turned into a "ridiculous" police force in a sign that he is open to a US troop drawdown there after 18 years of war.

Trump, inheriting a war begun by then-President George W. Bush in response to the September&nbsp;11, 2001 attacks, expressed a willingness to remove some of the US troops there but said some are needed to make sure the United States has intelligence assets on the ground.

Trump was briefed on Friday by top national security aides on a peace plan being negotiated by US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad with leaders of the Afghanistan government and the&nbsp;Taliban.

A pullout has raised fears within the US military and among some lawmakers that Afghanistan could plunge into a new civil war that could see a return of&nbsp;Taliban&nbsp;rule and give al Qaeda and other militants a sanctuary in which to expand and plot new attacks on US and allied targets.

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The US President on Wednesday looked frustrated as he spoke about militant groups in Afghanistan. He said, while the United States is doing the fighting, Afghanistan's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-should-take-a-larger-role-in-fighting-terrorism-in-afghanistan-donald-trump-244724">neighbours are doing very little</a>.

"India is right there, they are not fighting it. We are fighting it. Pakistan is right next door, they are fighting it very little, very very little. It's not fair," Trump said.&nbsp;

Taliban's head spokesman Sohail Shaheen, in an interview with a US news channel, said there is no proof that Al Qaeda was behind the deadly 9/11 attack in the United States.

Taliban's head spokesman Sohail Shaheen, in an interview with a US news channel, said there is no proof that Al Qaeda was behind the deadly 9/11 attack in the United States. Shaheen comments came at the time when US-Taliban talks are underway in Qatar. Shaheen also stressed on the necessity for the war to end, adding that the death of two US service members in Afghanistan highlights the fact that stopping of violence is essential. Two American service members were killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday, the NATO-led Resolute Support mission said in a statement, as the United States seeks to reach a negotiated end to the nearly 18-year-old war. The incident brings the number of US troops killed in Afghanistan to at least 14 in 2019. About 14,000 US troops are stationed in Afghanistan as part of the US-led NATO mission to train, assist and advise Afghan forces and to carry out counter-terrorism operations. US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the US military role in Afghanistan has basically turned into a "ridiculous" police force in a sign that he is open to a US troop drawdown there after 18 years of war. Trump, inheriting a war begun by then-President George W. Bush in response to the September 11, 2001 attacks, expressed a willingness to remove some of the US troops there but said some are needed to make sure the United States has intelligence assets on the ground. Trump was briefed on Friday by top national security aides on a peace plan being negotiated by US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad with leaders of the Afghanistan government and the Taliban. A pullout has raised fears within the US military and among some lawmakers that Afghanistan could plunge into a new civil war that could see a return of Taliban rule and give al Qaeda and other militants a sanctuary in which to expand and plot new attacks on US and allied targets. #WATCH US President Donald Trump yesterday on militant groups in Afghanistan: India is right there, they are not fighting it. We are fighting it. Pakistan is right next door, they are fighting it very little, very very little. It's not fair. pic.twitter.com/syuYN37i6W — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × The US President on Wednesday looked frustrated as he spoke about militant groups in Afghanistan. He said, while the United States is doing the fighting, Afghanistan's neighbours are doing very little. "India is right there, they are not fighting it. We are fighting it. Pakistan is right next door, they are fighting it very little, very very little. It's not fair," Trump said.

Taliban's head spokesman says no proof Al Qaeda was behind 9/11 attack

What if we were to watch a movie that was inspired by true events while being seated along with the person or the team whose achievement the film is based on?&nbsp;

It was the same exhilarating feeling that swept nearly 100 students and faculty of Chennai’s MCN government-aided school while watching the film ‘<a href="http://wionews.com/entertainment/mission-mangal-box-office-collections-akshay-vidyas-film-set-to-cross-rs-100-crore-mark-244008">Mission Mangal</a>’ along with Padma Shri Dr Mylswamy Annadurai, the Programme Director of Mangalyaan or India’s Mars Orbiter Mission.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mission-mangal-review-akshay-kumar-vidya-balans-film-makes-science-easy-and-entertaining-243069">Read the film's review here.&nbsp;</a>

Aimed at arousing the children’s curiosity and interest in Space science and its applications, the screening was organized by SpaceKidz India at a private theatre in the city. The Spacekidz team has launched 9 balloon satellites, 2 sub-orbital satellites, and 1 orbital satellite.

The students who had gathered at the theatre erupted in cheer and jubilation on seeing Dr Mylswamy Annadurai who was accompanied by his wife.&nbsp;

When he quizzed them about the movie that they were to watch, the students enthusiastically replied ‘Mangalyaan’ and ‘Mars Mission’ and ‘Red Planet’. “I had heard of this movie on our Mars Mission that had received a good response, but like you, I am also watching it for the first time. You children need to understand the opportunities available in India in the field of Space technology and its allied streams”, he told the students.&nbsp;

Speaking to WION after the screening, Dr Annadurai said, “the theme of the film looks reasonably good and certain portions were depicted creatively, while some parts are very dramatized as is the case with commercial cinema. The larger than life effect of the cinema had a great impact on the kids and they were cheering and clapping.”

He appreciated the film for having juxtaposed and the failure of the Russian and Chinese missions, with the Indian mission that succeeded in its maiden attempt.&nbsp;

“Many actions and dialogues delivered by the protagonists were uttered by me during the mission - like the cake cutting scenes, shouting at the team and later appreciating them. However, the pub sequence, smoking and the role of a NASA scientist in the ISRO mission are far from reality”, he said.

When asked if the film got him emotional, he reminisced, “nobody believed that PSLV could be used for a Mars mission as the rocket could only lift 1.35 tons, and the satellite alone would need to carry 850 kilograms of fuel and the equipment needed to weigh within 500 kilograms in order to be launched. We also had to get the job done within the available budget and in the stipulated timeframe. When everybody thought it was impossible, we made the team believe that it was possible to succeed.”&nbsp;

Speaking to WION on the sacrifices made by the family, Vasanthi Annadurai, the scientist’s wife recalled that this was their first movie in over two years. “During the missions, he used to spend entire months in the Satish Dhawan Space Center at Sriharikota and that is the nature of the ISRO scientist’s work. Once when he had a fracture in his leg in the middle of a crucial mission, he went to work the next day on a wheelchair,” she told WION.

Dr Srimathy Kesan, CEO of Spacekidz said, “People should understand that scientists are also human beings with an emotional side and like us all, they have a kid within them. While watching the scene where some of his own words and phrases&nbsp;were uttered, Dr Annadurai cheerfully said, yes this is how I said it. I wanted every child to see that and watch it with a man behind this mission. That’s a seed sown in their mind”.&nbsp;

As they emerged out of the screening, the kids were visibly elated and inspired. Sarath, a student of class six said that he aspires to be a Space scientist and contribute to India’s progress. Lakshmi, a student of class nine said that she was delighted to see women in the field of space science and serving the country in significant ways.&nbsp;

What if we were to watch a movie that was inspired by true events while being seated along with the person or the team whose achievement the film is based on? It was the same exhilarating feeling that swept nearly 100 students and faculty of Chennai’s MCN government-aided school while watching the film ‘Mission Mangal’ along with Padma Shri Dr Mylswamy Annadurai, the Programme Director of Mangalyaan or India’s Mars Orbiter Mission.

What if we were to watch a movie that was inspired by true events while being seated along with the person or the team whose achievement the film is based on? It was the same exhilarating feeling that swept nearly 100 students and faculty of Chennai’s MCN government-aided school while watching the film ‘Mission Mangal’ along with Padma Shri Dr Mylswamy Annadurai, the Programme Director of Mangalyaan or India’s Mars Orbiter Mission. Read the film's review here. Aimed at arousing the children’s curiosity and interest in Space science and its applications, the screening was organized by SpaceKidz India at a private theatre in the city. The Spacekidz team has launched 9 balloon satellites, 2 sub-orbital satellites, and 1 orbital satellite. The students who had gathered at the theatre erupted in cheer and jubilation on seeing Dr Mylswamy Annadurai who was accompanied by his wife. When he quizzed them about the movie that they were to watch, the students enthusiastically replied ‘Mangalyaan’ and ‘Mars Mission’ and ‘Red Planet’. “I had heard of this movie on our Mars Mission that had received a good response, but like you, I am also watching it for the first time. You children need to understand the opportunities available in India in the field of Space technology and its allied streams”, he told the students. Speaking to WION after the screening, Dr Annadurai said, “the theme of the film looks reasonably good and certain portions were depicted creatively, while some parts are very dramatized as is the case with commercial cinema. The larger than life effect of the cinema had a great impact on the kids and they were cheering and clapping.” He appreciated the film for having juxtaposed and the failure of the Russian and Chinese missions, with the Indian mission that succeeded in its maiden attempt. “Many actions and dialogues delivered by the protagonists were uttered by me during the mission - like the cake cutting scenes, shouting at the team and later appreciating them. However, the pub sequence, smoking and the role of a NASA scientist in the ISRO mission are far from reality”, he said. When asked if the film got him emotional, he reminisced, “nobody believed that PSLV could be used for a Mars mission as the rocket could only lift 1.35 tons, and the satellite alone would need to carry 850 kilograms of fuel and the equipment needed to weigh within 500 kilograms in order to be launched. We also had to get the job done within the available budget and in the stipulated timeframe. When everybody thought it was impossible, we made the team believe that it was possible to succeed.” Speaking to WION on the sacrifices made by the family, Vasanthi Annadurai, the scientist’s wife recalled that this was their first movie in over two years. “During the missions, he used to spend entire months in the Satish Dhawan Space Center at Sriharikota and that is the nature of the ISRO scientist’s work. Once when he had a fracture in his leg in the middle of a crucial mission, he went to work the next day on a wheelchair,” she told WION. Dr Srimathy Kesan, CEO of Spacekidz said, “People should understand that scientists are also human beings with an emotional side and like us all, they have a kid within them. While watching the scene where some of his own words and phrases were uttered, Dr Annadurai cheerfully said, yes this is how I said it. I wanted every child to see that and watch it with a man behind this mission. That’s a seed sown in their mind”. As they emerged out of the screening, the kids were visibly elated and inspired. Sarath, a student of class six said that he aspires to be a Space scientist and contribute to India’s progress. Lakshmi, a student of class nine said that she was delighted to see women in the field of space science and serving the country in significant ways.

Mangalyaan Programme Director watches 'Mission Mangal' with school students

Jet fuel supply to state-run carrier Air India has been stopped at six domestic airports because of unpaid dues to fuel provider, Indian Oil Corp (IOCL), three sources said on Thursday.

"Jet fuel supply to Air India has been stopped for commercial reasons at six airports," a source at Indian Oil Corp told Reuters.&nbsp;

India, for years, has propped up the debt-laden airline by infusing equity to keep it alive - the government injected 39.75 billion rupees ($553 million) into Air India in the fiscal year that ended on March 31.&nbsp;

"In the absence of equity support Air India cannot handle the huge debt service liabilities," the airline said in a statement, adding its financial performance was improving.

Fuel supply to Air India has been halted since Thursday evening at six cities across the country including Mohali in the north, Vishakapatnam and Kochi in the south, Pune in the west and Ranchi and Patna in the east, one of the sources said.&nbsp;

Country's aviation sector is facing turmoil with one of its biggest private carriers, Jet Airways in bankruptcy, while passenger growth in the market overall has slowed.

The government failed last year in its attempt to sell a 76 per cent&nbsp;stake in Air India due to a lack of interest from bidders who said they found some of the stake sale terms too onerous, making it a non-starter.&nbsp;

It is now redrawing the stake sale plans and as part of the effort it has hived off some of the loss-making airline's debt of $8.5 billion.

India may now consider selling up to a 100 per cent stake in the airline, a government official told Reuters in July, adding that it expects to get 150 billion rupees ($2.1 billion) from selling the airline.

Jet fuel supply to state-run carrier Air India has been stopped at six domestic airports because of unpaid dues to fuel provider, Indian Oil Corp (IOCL), three sources said on Thursday.

Jet fuel supply to state-run carrier Air India has been stopped at six domestic airports because of unpaid dues to fuel provider, Indian Oil Corp (IOCL), three sources said on Thursday. "Jet fuel supply to Air India has been stopped for commercial reasons at six airports," a source at Indian Oil Corp told Reuters. India, for years, has propped up the debt-laden airline by infusing equity to keep it alive - the government injected 39.75 billion rupees ($553 million) into Air India in the fiscal year that ended on March 31. "In the absence of equity support Air India cannot handle the huge debt service liabilities," the airline said in a statement, adding its financial performance was improving. Fuel supply to Air India has been halted since Thursday evening at six cities across the country including Mohali in the north, Vishakapatnam and Kochi in the south, Pune in the west and Ranchi and Patna in the east, one of the sources said. Country's aviation sector is facing turmoil with one of its biggest private carriers, Jet Airways in bankruptcy, while passenger growth in the market overall has slowed. The government failed last year in its attempt to sell a 76 per cent stake in Air India due to a lack of interest from bidders who said they found some of the stake sale terms too onerous, making it a non-starter. It is now redrawing the stake sale plans and as part of the effort it has hived off some of the loss-making airline's debt of $8.5 billion. India may now consider selling up to a 100 per cent stake in the airline, a government official told Reuters in July, adding that it expects to get 150 billion rupees ($2.1 billion) from selling the airline.

Fuel supply to Air India stopped at six domestic airports: Report

Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, said on Thursday that senior counsels Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi have effectively answered "everything" the probe agency is seeking in the INX media case.

"You heard the arguments of Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi that effectively answers everything that the CBI is seeking," said Karti Chidambaram after the court proceedings in which the CBI judge gave CBI custody of his father till Aug 26 for interrogation.

Karti, who the main accused in the INX media case, added, "There are no chances of my bail being cancelled as my bail is confirmed by the Supreme Court."

Earlier in the day, he took to Twitter saying, "It's a privilege to hear @KapilSibal and @DrAMSinghvi in court. Master class. They should video record all court proceedings. Will be most useful to all students of law, particularly those interested in court craft." the former union minister was arrested by the CBI from his residence in New Delhi late on Wednesday.

The court said family members and lawyers are permitted to meet Chidambaram for 30 minutes a day.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who argued for the CBI, had moved an application seeking 5-day custody of Chidambaram.

Mehta argued that custodial interrogation of the Congress leader was required as the former Finance Minister was "evasive" and "non-cooperative" in the investigation.

Special Judge Ajay Kumar Kuhar heard the arguments of the CBI and Chidambaram's counsels.

Mehta said that the case, which is a classic example of money laundering, is in the pre-charge sheet stage.

The Congress leader, one of the key ministers during ten years of UPA regime, was taken to the headquarters of the probe agency on Wednesday night after CBI officials scaled the boundary walls of his residence in Jor Bagh after he made a dramatic appearance at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi&nbsp;

Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, said on Thursday that senior counsels Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi have effectively answered "everything" the probe agency is seeking in the INX media case.

Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, said on Thursday that senior counsels Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi have effectively answered "everything" the probe agency is seeking in the INX media case. "You heard the arguments of Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi that effectively answers everything that the CBI is seeking," said Karti Chidambaram after the court proceedings in which the CBI judge gave CBI custody of his father till Aug 26 for interrogation. Karti, who the main accused in the INX media case, added, "There are no chances of my bail being cancelled as my bail is confirmed by the Supreme Court." Earlier in the day, he took to Twitter saying, "It's a privilege to hear @KapilSibal and @DrAMSinghvi in court. Master class. They should video record all court proceedings. Will be most useful to all students of law, particularly those interested in court craft." the former union minister was arrested by the CBI from his residence in New Delhi late on Wednesday. The court said family members and lawyers are permitted to meet Chidambaram for 30 minutes a day. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who argued for the CBI, had moved an application seeking 5-day custody of Chidambaram. Mehta argued that custodial interrogation of the Congress leader was required as the former Finance Minister was "evasive" and "non-cooperative" in the investigation. Special Judge Ajay Kumar Kuhar heard the arguments of the CBI and Chidambaram's counsels. Mehta said that the case, which is a classic example of money laundering, is in the pre-charge sheet stage. The Congress leader, one of the key ministers during ten years of UPA regime, was taken to the headquarters of the probe agency on Wednesday night after CBI officials scaled the boundary walls of his residence in Jor Bagh after he made a dramatic appearance at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi

Sibal and Singhvi have answered all CBI questions: Karti Chidambaram

Heavy rain has been predicted for Kerala and coastal Karnataka in the next 24 hours, according to the weather department.

"Under the influence of convergence of lower-level westerlies, Kerala and coastal Karnataka is likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places during next 24 hours and isolated heavy rainfall during the subsequent four days," Indian Meteorological Department posted on Twitter.

Approximately 40 lakh people in 22 districts of Karnataka have been badly affected by floods in the state.

The weather forecasting agency, in another tweet, also predicted that places in Odisha might receive heavy rainfalls in the three coming days.

"A cyclonic circulation lies over West-central and adjoining Northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast between 1.5 and 4.5 km above mean sea level. Under its influence, isolated heavy to very heavy falls are very likely over Odisha in the next 72 hours," another tweet read.&nbsp;

 
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Heavy rain has been predicted for Kerala and coastal Karnataka in the next 24 hours, according to the weather department. "Under the influence of convergence of lower-level westerlies, Kerala and coastal Karnataka is likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places during next 24 hours and isolated heavy rainfall during the subsequent four days," Indian Meteorological Department posted on Twitter.

Heavy rain has been predicted for Kerala and coastal Karnataka in the next 24 hours, according to the weather department. "Under the influence of convergence of lower-level westerlies, Kerala and coastal Karnataka is likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places during next 24 hours and isolated heavy rainfall during the subsequent four days," Indian Meteorological Department posted on Twitter. Approximately 40 lakh people in 22 districts of Karnataka have been badly affected by floods in the state. The weather forecasting agency, in another tweet, also predicted that places in Odisha might receive heavy rainfalls in the three coming days. "A cyclonic circulation lies over West-central and adjoining Northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast between 1.5 and 4.5 km above mean sea level. Under its influence, isolated heavy to very heavy falls are very likely over Odisha in the next 72 hours," another tweet read.

IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for Kerala, coastal Karnataka

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-bangladesh-agree-to-start-rohingya-repatriation-next-week-243215">An attempt to begin repatriating thousands of Rohingya Muslims</a> living in camps in Bangladesh stalled on Thursday after nearly 300 refugee families refused to go back to Myanmar, almost a year after a similar effort failed amid protests.

Last week, the neighbours said they had agreed on Aug. 22 as the start date for the return of 3,450 people cleared by Myanmar, of more than 730,000 who fled a military crackdown in Rakhine state in 2017, and now shelter in the sprawling camps.

The United Nations says the crackdown in Myanmar’s northern state was carried out with "genocidal intent".&nbsp;

Although Myanmar authorities say they are ready to receive any who return, refugees have refused to go back for fear of further violence.

Since the plan was announced, United Nations staff and Bangladesh officials have been interviewing those cleared for return, selected from a list of more than 22,000 sent by Bangladesh to Myanmar, to determine if they want to go.

None of the 295 families consulted until now had agreed to go back, said a Bangladesh relief official, Mohammad Abul Kalam, although buses and trucks had been arranged to carry them across the border.

"This is a continuous process," Kalam, who is Bangladesh's refugee relief and repatriation commissioner, told Reuters by telephone.

"We are interviewing other families who were cleared by the Myanmar government and if anyone expresses willingness to go back we'll return them. All structural arrangements and logistical facilities are put in place."

Min Thein, the director of Myanmar’s social welfare ministry, told Reuters that officials had been sent to greet any arrivals at reception centers on the border.

However, the director of Rakhine state’s general administration department, Kyaw Swar Tun, declined to comment, saying, "I have nothing to say."

Previous attempts to persuade Rohingya to return to Rakhine have failed due to opposition from the refugees.

An effort in November sowed fear and confusion in the camps and finally failed after refugee protests.

The UN and Western countries have said the August 2017 military crackdown included mass killings and gang-rapes.

Myanmar has previously rejected the UN’s categorisation of the violence in Rakhine as "one-sided".

It says that military action that followed militant attacks on security forces was a legitimate counter-insurgency operation.

An attempt to begin repatriating thousands of Rohingya Muslims living in camps in Bangladesh stalled on Thursday after nearly 300 refugee families refused to go back to Myanmar, almost a year after a similar effort failed amid protests.

An attempt to begin repatriating thousands of Rohingya Muslims living in camps in Bangladesh stalled on Thursday after nearly 300 refugee families refused to go back to Myanmar, almost a year after a similar effort failed amid protests. Last week, the neighbours said they had agreed on Aug. 22 as the start date for the return of 3,450 people cleared by Myanmar, of more than 730,000 who fled a military crackdown in Rakhine state in 2017, and now shelter in the sprawling camps. The United Nations says the crackdown in Myanmar’s northern state was carried out with "genocidal intent". Although Myanmar authorities say they are ready to receive any who return, refugees have refused to go back for fear of further violence. Since the plan was announced, United Nations staff and Bangladesh officials have been interviewing those cleared for return, selected from a list of more than 22,000 sent by Bangladesh to Myanmar, to determine if they want to go. None of the 295 families consulted until now had agreed to go back, said a Bangladesh relief official, Mohammad Abul Kalam, although buses and trucks had been arranged to carry them across the border. "This is a continuous process," Kalam, who is Bangladesh's refugee relief and repatriation commissioner, told Reuters by telephone. "We are interviewing other families who were cleared by the Myanmar government and if anyone expresses willingness to go back we'll return them. All structural arrangements and logistical facilities are put in place." Min Thein, the director of Myanmar’s social welfare ministry, told Reuters that officials had been sent to greet any arrivals at reception centers on the border. However, the director of Rakhine state’s general administration department, Kyaw Swar Tun, declined to comment, saying, "I have nothing to say." Previous attempts to persuade Rohingya to return to Rakhine have failed due to opposition from the refugees. An effort in November sowed fear and confusion in the camps and finally failed after refugee protests. The UN and Western countries have said the August 2017 military crackdown included mass killings and gang-rapes. Myanmar has previously rejected the UN’s categorisation of the violence in Rakhine as "one-sided". It says that military action that followed militant attacks on security forces was a legitimate counter-insurgency operation.

Bangladesh bid to repatriate Rohingya stalls as refugees refuse to return to Myanmar

By&nbsp;Srimoyee Chowdhury

Limitless, boundless, infinite - the sky was never the limit for Ellie Carter’s achievements. Speaking exclusively to WION, the young prodigy opened up about her dreams, passion and love for airplanes and adventures which she developed at the tender age of 9.&nbsp;

At an age when driving licenses are even not issued, Ellie’s dreams took her to skies.

Ellie’s career took off after she was invited to the California base of the U2 spy plane when she flew with some of the American pilots.

She started her flying lessons soon after she turned 14, by then she had already flown different models. Ellie has already taken the controls of 12 different aircraft – including a Second World War L4 Grasshopper – and has now made flying history with her solo glider flight.

She completed two special six-minute flights last week under the watchful eye of the Devon and Somerset Gliding Club at North Hill Airfield.

Here are some snippets of the conversation.

WION: How did it start? How did you take to the sky at the age of 9?

Ellie: After my first flight at the age of 9, I was incredibly lucky since a lot of people saw my enthusiasm and helped me by taking me to the flights with them. That allowed me to continue to fly until I was 14 and ready to take official flying lessons.

WION: Do you want to consider any platform for young pilots like you?&nbsp;

Ellie: Absolutely! I've not reached where I am now without other pilots inspiring me, and I'm so grateful for that. And if I can inspire someone like that it will be so rewarding and brilliant for me.

WION: What is your dream aircraft to fly in?&nbsp;

Ellie: Every aircraft is different. I want to fly everything! I haven't flown a biplane yet which is something on my list. I plan to fly something special when I'm older so, I'll try everything.

WION: In many countries, a career in aviation is a distant dream, your thoughts?&nbsp;

Ellie: In my opinion, if there's a possibility of taking up a career as a pilot, definitely go for it! It’s absolutely amazing and such a unique experience. From what I've experienced, more or less, everybody will see your passion and they will try and help you. So if you can find someone willing to help and encourage you in the long run, then definitely do it and don't give up.

WION: Any plans for mentoring?&nbsp;

Ellie: Absolutely! There is currently one young girl who I’m mentoring, I give her as much advice I can and it is one good way of getting more females into aviation.

WION: The United Kingdom has a dismal ratio of women as pilots, India has more than double. What do you think is the reason?&nbsp; 
Ellie: I think the females in the UK are not taught about such opportunities in aviation from a young age, so when it comes to deciding what you want to do, only a few of them pursue a career in aviation. 
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By Srimoyee Chowdhury Limitless, boundless, infinite - the sky was never the limit for Ellie Carter’s achievements. Speaking exclusively to WION, the young prodigy opened up about her dreams, passion and love for airplanes and adventures which she developed at the tender age of 9.

By Srimoyee Chowdhury Limitless, boundless, infinite - the sky was never the limit for Ellie Carter’s achievements. Speaking exclusively to WION, the young prodigy opened up about her dreams, passion and love for airplanes and adventures which she developed at the tender age of 9. At an age when driving licenses are even not issued, Ellie’s dreams took her to skies. Ellie’s career took off after she was invited to the California base of the U2 spy plane when she flew with some of the American pilots. She started her flying lessons soon after she turned 14, by then she had already flown different models. Ellie has already taken the controls of 12 different aircraft – including a Second World War L4 Grasshopper – and has now made flying history with her solo glider flight. She completed two special six-minute flights last week under the watchful eye of the Devon and Somerset Gliding Club at North Hill Airfield. Here are some snippets of the conversation. WION: How did it start? How did you take to the sky at the age of 9? Ellie: After my first flight at the age of 9, I was incredibly lucky since a lot of people saw my enthusiasm and helped me by taking me to the flights with them. That allowed me to continue to fly until I was 14 and ready to take official flying lessons. WION: Do you want to consider any platform for young pilots like you? Ellie: Absolutely! I've not reached where I am now without other pilots inspiring me, and I'm so grateful for that. And if I can inspire someone like that it will be so rewarding and brilliant for me. WION: What is your dream aircraft to fly in? Ellie: Every aircraft is different. I want to fly everything! I haven't flown a biplane yet which is something on my list. I plan to fly something special when I'm older so, I'll try everything. WION: In many countries, a career in aviation is a distant dream, your thoughts? Ellie: In my opinion, if there's a possibility of taking up a career as a pilot, definitely go for it! It’s absolutely amazing and such a unique experience. From what I've experienced, more or less, everybody will see your passion and they will try and help you. So if you can find someone willing to help and encourage you in the long run, then definitely do it and don't give up. WION: Any plans for mentoring? Ellie: Absolutely! There is currently one young girl who I’m mentoring, I give her as much advice I can and it is one good way of getting more females into aviation. WION: The United Kingdom has a dismal ratio of women as pilots, India has more than double. What do you think is the reason? Ellie: I think the females in the UK are not taught about such opportunities in aviation from a young age, so when it comes to deciding what you want to do, only a few of them pursue a career in aviation.

I want to fly everything! says Britain's teen pilot Ellie Carter in exclusive conversation with WION

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is slated to meet his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, in Moscow on August 27, according to Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

"They will discuss ways to further advance bilateral cooperation, as well as compare notes on the schedule of upcoming contacts," the ministry tweeted.

The meeting will come just a few days before the Eastern Economic Forum is due to begin from September 4 to September 6 in Vladivostok.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to be a part of the forum.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amit-shah-chairs-security-meeting-with-national-security-advisor-ajit-doval-on-jk-situation-244119">National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval</a> on Wednesday met with his Russian counterpart Nikolai Patrushev in Moscow and discussed the Kashmir issue.&nbsp;

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Russia <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uk-france-say-kashmir-is-a-bilateral-issue-between-india-and-pakistan-244555">supported India's position on Kashmir</a>. Both the parties reiterated the importance of bilateral consultations and mutual support for principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Non-interference of third parties was also reiterated.&nbsp;Doval's Moscow visit comes on Patrushev's invite.&nbsp;

"NSA’s talks with his Russian counterpart covered preparations for PM’s visit to Vladivostok for the Eastern Economic Forum in early September, bilateral cooperation between the two National Security Councils as well as regional and international issues," read the press release. &nbsp;

Russia and India reaffirmed their intention to bolster counter-terrorism cooperation.&nbsp;

"Doval also met director of ROSCOSMOS Dmitry Rogozin to review ongoing cooperation in the space field and the Gaganyaan programme," the press release added. &nbsp;

Space cooperation was also on the table. Rogozin lauded the progress of the Chandrayaan programme and conveyed Russia’s support and best wishes for the Mission’s success.&nbsp;

(With inputs from ANI)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is slated to meet his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, in Moscow on August 27, according to Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is slated to meet his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, in Moscow on August 27, according to Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. "They will discuss ways to further advance bilateral cooperation, as well as compare notes on the schedule of upcoming contacts," the ministry tweeted. The meeting will come just a few days before the Eastern Economic Forum is due to begin from September 4 to September 6 in Vladivostok. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to be a part of the forum. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Wednesday met with his Russian counterpart Nikolai Patrushev in Moscow and discussed the Kashmir issue. Russian Foreign Ministry: On August 27 in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will meet Indian Foreign Minister Dr. S Jaishankar. They will discuss ways to further advance bilateral cooperation, as well as compare notes on the schedule of upcoming contacts. (File pics) pic.twitter.com/uX8iRMYsOm — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × Russia supported India's position on Kashmir. Both the parties reiterated the importance of bilateral consultations and mutual support for principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity. Non-interference of third parties was also reiterated. Doval's Moscow visit comes on Patrushev's invite. "NSA’s talks with his Russian counterpart covered preparations for PM’s visit to Vladivostok for the Eastern Economic Forum in early September, bilateral cooperation between the two National Security Councils as well as regional and international issues," read the press release. Russia and India reaffirmed their intention to bolster counter-terrorism cooperation. "Doval also met director of ROSCOSMOS Dmitry Rogozin to review ongoing cooperation in the space field and the Gaganyaan programme," the press release added. Space cooperation was also on the table. Rogozin lauded the progress of the Chandrayaan programme and conveyed Russia’s support and best wishes for the Mission’s success. (With inputs from ANI)

S Jaishankar to meet Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on August 27

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/moderate-rhetoric-with-india-donald-trump-tells-imran-khan-after-phone-call-with-pm-narendra-modi-244280">Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan</a> on Thursday said his country is no longer interested in a dialogue with India.

"There is no point in talking to them. I mean, I have done all the talking. Unfortunately, now when I look back, all the overtures that I was making for peace and dialogue, I think they took it for appeasement. There is nothing more that we can do," said Khan in an interview published in a leading American newspaper.

This comes after various leaders around the world asked Pakistan to engage bilaterally with India to end tensions that escalated following New Delhi's decision to reorganise the state of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uk-france-say-kashmir-is-a-bilateral-issue-between-india-and-pakistan-244555">Jammu and Kashmir</a>.

India has repeatedly made it clear that talks with Pakistan is only possible after Islamabad stops sponsoring terror.

Imran Khan even failed to get the support of the United States despite his highly publicised visit last month to Washington where he supposedly struck a friendship with President Donald Trump.

During a phone conversation last week with Khan, Trump made it clear that Kashmir issue should be resolved through a bilateral dialogue between India and Pakistan.

Recently, France and Sweden had also advised Pakistan to engage in talks with India.

Rattled by India's move, Pakistan had sent its foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to China to seek its help at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), urging for an emergency meeting on the issue.

However, four out of five permanent members in the United Nations did not support Pakistan contentions over India's decision.

Cash-strapped Pakistan has also alleged that India's decision of revoking the provisions under Article 370 will not only threaten the regional peace but also the world peace and further downgraded its diplomatic ties with its neighbour and suspended bilateral trade in the wake of it.

However, at the end of the UNSC meeting, last week, China and Pakistan stood isolated as members after others refused to endorse their position.

Four out of five permanent members in the United Nations did not support the Pakistan contentions over India`s decision.&nbsp; 
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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said his country is no longer interested in a dialogue with India. "There is no point in talking to them. I mean, I have done all the talking.

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said his country is no longer interested in a dialogue with India. "There is no point in talking to them. I mean, I have done all the talking. Unfortunately, now when I look back, all the overtures that I was making for peace and dialogue, I think they took it for appeasement. There is nothing more that we can do," said Khan in an interview published in a leading American newspaper. This comes after various leaders around the world asked Pakistan to engage bilaterally with India to end tensions that escalated following New Delhi's decision to reorganise the state of Jammu and Kashmir. India has repeatedly made it clear that talks with Pakistan is only possible after Islamabad stops sponsoring terror. Imran Khan even failed to get the support of the United States despite his highly publicised visit last month to Washington where he supposedly struck a friendship with President Donald Trump. During a phone conversation last week with Khan, Trump made it clear that Kashmir issue should be resolved through a bilateral dialogue between India and Pakistan. Recently, France and Sweden had also advised Pakistan to engage in talks with India. Rattled by India's move, Pakistan had sent its foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to China to seek its help at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), urging for an emergency meeting on the issue. However, four out of five permanent members in the United Nations did not support Pakistan contentions over India's decision. Cash-strapped Pakistan has also alleged that India's decision of revoking the provisions under Article 370 will not only threaten the regional peace but also the world peace and further downgraded its diplomatic ties with its neighbour and suspended bilateral trade in the wake of it. However, at the end of the UNSC meeting, last week, China and Pakistan stood isolated as members after others refused to endorse their position. Four out of five permanent members in the United Nations did not support the Pakistan contentions over India`s decision.

No point in talking to India: Pakistan PM Imran Khan

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released the first image of Moon captured by Chandrayaan 2.

The image was captured at the height of about 2650 kilometres from the lunar surface on August 21, 2019. Mare Orientale basin and Apollo craters of Moon are identified in the picture.

ISRO chief K Sivan on Tuesday announced that Chandrayaan 2 had successfully <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/important-step-in-landmark-journey-to-moon-pm-modi-on-chandrayaan-2-entering-lunar-orbit-244403">entered the lunar orbit</a> and its soft landing on the moon will take place on September 7.

The Lunar Orbit Insertion (LOI) manoeuvre which took a little over 28 minutes was completed at 9:02 am.

Chandrayaan will attempt to make a landing on the moon next month.

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Chandrayaan-2 will explore a region of the moon where no mission has ever set foot. The spacecraft consists of an orbiter, a lander, and a rover together referred to as "composite body".

The spacecraft will be the first Indian expedition to attempt a soft landing on the lunar surface. This mission will make India the fourth country after the US, Russia, and China to carry out a soft landing on the moon.&nbsp;

PM Modi congratulated ISRO&nbsp;on Chandrayaan 2 entering the moon's orbit.

In a tweet, Modi said this was an important step in the landmark journey to the moon.

"Congratulations to Team ISRO on Chandrayaan 2 entering the moon's orbit. This is an important step in the landmark journey to the moon. Best wishes for its successful culmination," the Prime Minister said.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released the first image of Moon captured by Chandrayaan 2. The image was captured at the height of about 2650 kilometres from the lunar surface on August 21, 2019.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released the first image of Moon captured by Chandrayaan 2. The image was captured at the height of about 2650 kilometres from the lunar surface on August 21, 2019. Mare Orientale basin and Apollo craters of Moon are identified in the picture. ISRO chief K Sivan on Tuesday announced that Chandrayaan 2 had successfully entered the lunar orbit and its soft landing on the moon will take place on September 7. The Lunar Orbit Insertion (LOI) manoeuvre which took a little over 28 minutes was completed at 9:02 am. Chandrayaan will attempt to make a landing on the moon next month. ISRO: First Moon image captured by #Chandrayaan2 #VikramLander taken at a height of about 2650 km from Lunar surface on August 21, 2019. Mare Orientale basin and Apollo craters are identified in the picture. pic.twitter.com/eKTncvjexT — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × Chandrayaan-2 will explore a region of the moon where no mission has ever set foot. The spacecraft consists of an orbiter, a lander, and a rover together referred to as "composite body". The spacecraft will be the first Indian expedition to attempt a soft landing on the lunar surface. This mission will make India the fourth country after the US, Russia, and China to carry out a soft landing on the moon. PM Modi congratulated ISRO on Chandrayaan 2 entering the moon's orbit. In a tweet, Modi said this was an important step in the landmark journey to the moon. "Congratulations to Team ISRO on Chandrayaan 2 entering the moon's orbit. This is an important step in the landmark journey to the moon. Best wishes for its successful culmination," the Prime Minister said.

ISRO releases first image of Moon captured by Chandrayaan-2

Shortly after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-bow-down-to-orders-of-supreme-court-says-chidambaram-at-congress-headquarters-refuses-committing-any-offence-244664">former finance minister P Chidambaram</a> reached his Jor Bagh residence in New Delhi, CBI officials trailed and arrested him on Wednesday evening. Chidambaram has been taken to the CBI headquarters for a probe. He will be produced before the CBI court on Thursday.&nbsp;

A seven-member CBI team had to climb the wall, brave AICC supporters to get inside Chidambaram's residence. The team was stalled by Congress supporters at the AICC headquarters as well. A team from the Enforcement Directorate also arrived at the spot.&nbsp;

CBI, ED teams entered Chidambaram's residence through the backdoor in presence of Delhi Police. High-octane drama at Chidambaram's residence, that lasted nearly an hour, resulted in his the arrest of the former finance minister who is accused in the INX media case.&nbsp;

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P Chidambaram&nbsp;appeared at the Congress party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday evening after being missing for nearly 24 hours. Chidambaram addressed the media stating that he has "not been accused&nbsp;of any offence". "These are&nbsp;lies spread by pathological liars," he said.&nbsp;

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Right after his nearly 6-minutes-long address, Chidambaram left for his residence without entertaining any questions. He was trailed by the CBI.&nbsp;

During his press briefing, Chidambaram said that he had been working throughout the night yesterday "to prepare the papers"&nbsp;which his team submitted before the court today.

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"I was aghast that I was accused of hiding from the law while I was seeking protection from the law," he noted.

"I was told by my lawyers that despite their impassioned appeals, the hearing has been scheduled for Friday," Chidambaram said.&nbsp;

Former finance minister P <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/p-chidambaram-key-conspirator-in-inx-media-case-delhi-high-court-244471">Chidambaram's petition for interim protection from arrest</a> will now be heard on Friday.&nbsp;

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to list Chidambaram's petition for protection from arrest. Justice NV Ramana said that petition had defects, which were removed only now, because of which it could not be listed for hearing today.&nbsp;

Chidambaram suffered a setback on Tuesday after Delhi High Court dismissed both his anticipatory bail pleas in connection with INX Media case.

The CBI is investigating Chidambaram in the INX Media case, which it had registered on May 15, 2017, alleging irregularities in the FIPB clearance granted to the media group for receiving overseas funds of Rs 305 crore in 2007 during his tenure as finance minister.

The ED is probing the money laundering case which it lodged in 2018.

Shortly after former finance minister P Chidambaram reached his Jor Bagh residence in New Delhi, CBI officials trailed and arrested him on Wednesday evening. Chidambaram has been taken to the CBI headquarters for a probe.

Shortly after former finance minister P Chidambaram reached his Jor Bagh residence in New Delhi, CBI officials trailed and arrested him on Wednesday evening. Chidambaram has been taken to the CBI headquarters for a probe. He will be produced before the CBI court on Thursday. A seven-member CBI team had to climb the wall, brave AICC supporters to get inside Chidambaram's residence. The team was stalled by Congress supporters at the AICC headquarters as well. A team from the Enforcement Directorate also arrived at the spot. CBI, ED teams entered Chidambaram's residence through the backdoor in presence of Delhi Police. High-octane drama at Chidambaram's residence, that lasted nearly an hour, resulted in his the arrest of the former finance minister who is accused in the INX media case. × P Chidambaram appeared at the Congress party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday evening after being missing for nearly 24 hours. Chidambaram addressed the media stating that he has "not been accused of any offence". "These are lies spread by pathological liars," he said. The drama and spectacle being enacted by the agencies is to simply sensationalise and satisfy the voyeuristic pleasure of some. — Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) August 21, 2019 × Right after his nearly 6-minutes-long address, Chidambaram left for his residence without entertaining any questions. He was trailed by the CBI. During his press briefing, Chidambaram said that he had been working throughout the night yesterday "to prepare the papers" which his team submitted before the court today. #WATCH Delhi: A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) official jumps the gate of P Chidambaram's residence to get inside. CBI has issued a Look-Out Notice against him. pic.twitter.com/WonEnoAgR4 — ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2019 × "I was aghast that I was accused of hiding from the law while I was seeking protection from the law," he noted. "I was told by my lawyers that despite their impassioned appeals, the hearing has been scheduled for Friday," Chidambaram said. Former finance minister P Chidambaram's petition for interim protection from arrest will now be heard on Friday. The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to list Chidambaram's petition for protection from arrest. Justice NV Ramana said that petition had defects, which were removed only now, because of which it could not be listed for hearing today. Chidambaram suffered a setback on Tuesday after Delhi High Court dismissed both his anticipatory bail pleas in connection with INX Media case. The CBI is investigating Chidambaram in the INX Media case, which it had registered on May 15, 2017, alleging irregularities in the FIPB clearance granted to the media group for receiving overseas funds of Rs 305 crore in 2007 during his tenure as finance minister. The ED is probing the money laundering case which it lodged in 2018.

INX media case: Chidambaram arrested, will be produced before CBI court today

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