<p>The State Investigation Agency (SIA) in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday (August 7) sought information from the general public to unearth the "larger criminal conspiracy" behind the killing of retired judge Neelkanth Ganjoo, who was shot dead by militants nearly 33 years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 1989 November, Ganjoo was shot dead by militants and was among the prominent Kashmiri Pandits targeted by the militants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His murder happened after he had sentenced JKLF founder Mohammad Maqbool Bhat to death in the 1960s in a case related to the murder of police officer Amar Chand.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted by the news agency PTI, an official spokesman said on Monday, "In order to unearth the larger criminal conspiracy behind the murder of retired judge, Neelkanth Ganjoo three decades ago, the State Investigation Agency (SIA), through a communique, has appealed to all persons familiar with facts or circumstances of this murder case to come forward and share any account of events which has a direct or indirect bearing on the investigation of the instant case."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The spokesman said that the identity of all such persons shall be kept secret and protected, and all useful and relevant information shall be suitably rewarded.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The public has been asked to contact on 8899004976 or on email sspsia-kmr@jkpolice.Gov.In for having any information related to this murder case," the spokesman added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>'Even though this reopens wounds...'</strong></h2>

<p>Ganjoo's granddaughter reacted to the announcement. Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, she wrote: "Even though this reopens wounds, we welcome the news."</p>

<p>"Justice for all martyrs including my beloved grandfather Justice NeelKanth Ganjoo, who became victims of senseless killing because of their faith is long overdue," she added.&nbsp;</p>

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The State Investigation Agency (SIA) in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday (August 7) sought information from the general public to unearth the "larger criminal conspiracy" behind the killing of retired judge Neelkanth Ganjoo, who was shot dead by militants nearly 33 years ago.

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday (August 7) sought information from the general public to unearth the "larger criminal conspiracy" behind the killing of retired judge Neelkanth Ganjoo, who was shot dead by militants nearly 33 years ago. In 1989 November, Ganjoo was shot dead by militants and was among the prominent Kashmiri Pandits targeted by the militants. His murder happened after he had sentenced JKLF founder Mohammad Maqbool Bhat to death in the 1960s in a case related to the murder of police officer Amar Chand. Also read: Indian Army kills top commander of Hizb-Ul-Mujahideen in Poonch operation As quoted by the news agency PTI, an official spokesman said on Monday, "In order to unearth the larger criminal conspiracy behind the murder of retired judge, Neelkanth Ganjoo three decades ago, the State Investigation Agency (SIA), through a communique, has appealed to all persons familiar with facts or circumstances of this murder case to come forward and share any account of events which has a direct or indirect bearing on the investigation of the instant case." The spokesman said that the identity of all such persons shall be kept secret and protected, and all useful and relevant information shall be suitably rewarded. "The public has been asked to contact on 8899004976 or on email sspsia-kmr@jkpolice.Gov.In for having any information related to this murder case," the spokesman added. Watch: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reinstated as member of parliament × Also read: India's border infrastructure strengthened to address LAC challenges: EAM Jaishankar 'Even though this reopens wounds...' Ganjoo's granddaughter reacted to the announcement. Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, she wrote: "Even though this reopens wounds, we welcome the news." "Justice for all martyrs including my beloved grandfather Justice NeelKanth Ganjoo, who became victims of senseless killing because of their faith is long overdue," she added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>An investigative report published on Tuesday (August 8) by a team of United Nations officials revealed that the war crimes committed by Myanmar's military have become "increasingly frequent and brazen". The war crimes include bombing&nbsp;civilians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On February 1, 2021, a coup d'état started in Myanmar when democratically elected members of the country's ruling party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), were deposed by the country's military.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>Recently, Myanmar's ruling military pardoned Suu Kyi on five of the 19 offences, which means six years will be shaved off her 33-year jail term.</p>

<p>The UN report, published by the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), said there was "strong evidence that the Myanmar military and its affiliate militias have committed three types of combat-related war crimes with increasing frequency and brazenness".</p>

<p>The report covered the period between July 2022 and June 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the report, these crimes include the indiscriminate or disproportionate targeting of civilians using bombs and the burning of civilian homes and buildings, resulting at times in the destruction of entire villages.</p>

<p>The report also cited "killings of civilians or combatants detained during operations".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Nicholas Koumjian, head of the IIMM, said: "Our evidence points to a dramatic increase in war crimes and crimes against humanity in the country, with widespread and systematic attacks against civilians, and we are building case files that can be used by courts to hold individual perpetrators responsible."&nbsp;</p>

<p>UN investigators said the Myanmar military "should have known or did know" that a large number of civilians were in or around the alleged targets when the attacks took place. But the junta has justified bombings as attacks against military targets.&nbsp;</p>

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An investigative report published on Tuesday (August 8) by a team of United Nations officials revealed that the war crimes committed by Myanmar's military have become "increasingly frequent and brazen". The war crimes include bombing civilians. On February 1, 2021, a coup d'état started in Myanmar when democratically elected members of the country's ruling party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), were deposed by the country's military. Aung San Suu Kyi was detained along with ministers and members of the parliament. Ever since Suu Kyi has been in custody and facing multiple charges. Also read: Exclusive | Taliban couldn’t silence her: This exiled Afghan journalist is changing lives, one story at a time Recently, Myanmar's ruling military pardoned Suu Kyi on five of the 19 offences, which means six years will be shaved off her 33-year jail term. The UN report, published by the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), said there was "strong evidence that the Myanmar military and its affiliate militias have committed three types of combat-related war crimes with increasing frequency and brazenness". The report covered the period between July 2022 and June 2023. According to the report, these crimes include the indiscriminate or disproportionate targeting of civilians using bombs and the burning of civilian homes and buildings, resulting at times in the destruction of entire villages. The report also cited "killings of civilians or combatants detained during operations". Watch: Imran Khan's second innings in politics in the doldrums × Also read: Imran Khan ready to spend his life in prison, says his lawyer Nicholas Koumjian, head of the IIMM, said: "Our evidence points to a dramatic increase in war crimes and crimes against humanity in the country, with widespread and systematic attacks against civilians, and we are building case files that can be used by courts to hold individual perpetrators responsible." UN investigators said the Myanmar military "should have known or did know" that a large number of civilians were in or around the alleged targets when the attacks took place. But the junta has justified bombings as attacks against military targets. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) said on Monday (August 7) that a woman has been detained over an alleged plot of attacking President Volodymyr Zelensky when he visited a flood-hit region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>SBU said that the woman, who hasn't been named, is a Russian informant "who was preparing an airstrike in the Mykolaiv region during the visit of the President of Ukraine".&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the SBU, the alleged informant "on the eve of the recent trip of the President of Ukraine to Mykolaiv region, was gathering intelligence about the planned visit."</p>

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<p>The security service also said that she "tried to establish the time and list of locations of the approximate route of the Head of State in the territory of the region."&nbsp;</p>
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<p>However, her efforts were thwarted as SBU agents had obtained information about the "subversive activities of the suspect" and they took necessary action and they put in additional security measures during Zelensky's visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The SBU also said that she was seeking data on the location of electronic warfare systems and warehouses with ammunition of the armed forces.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Ukrainian officers were monitoring the woman in order to get more information on her Russian handlers and her assignments.</p>

<p>The SBU said that she was caught "red-handed" by the officers as she attempted to pass intelligence data to the Russian secret services.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ukrainian security agency said that the woman lived in the small southern town of Ochakiv in the Mykolaiv region and formerly worked in a store at a military base there.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the SBU, she allegedly photographed locations and tried to get information from personal contacts in the area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She may face a charge of unauthorised dissemination of information about the movements of weapons and troops. If convicted, she could serve up to 12 years in prison.&nbsp;</p>

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The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) said on Monday (August 7) that a woman has been detained over an alleged plot of attacking President Volodymyr Zelensky when he visited a flood-hit region. SBU said that the woman, who hasn't been named, is a Russian informant "who was preparing an airstrike in the Mykolaiv region during the visit of the President of Ukraine". According to the SBU, the alleged informant "on the eve of the recent trip of the President of Ukraine to Mykolaiv region, was gathering intelligence about the planned visit." Also read: At least three killed after Russian shelling in Kherson, Kharkiv region: Ukraine The security service also said that she "tried to establish the time and list of locations of the approximate route of the Head of State in the territory of the region." However, her efforts were thwarted as SBU agents had obtained information about the "subversive activities of the suspect" and they took necessary action and they put in additional security measures during Zelensky's visit. The SBU also said that she was seeking data on the location of electronic warfare systems and warehouses with ammunition of the armed forces. Also read: Russia to evacuate village ahead of first lunar mission launch in 50 years: Here's why Watch: Ukraine making small gains with Western equipment × The Ukrainian officers were monitoring the woman in order to get more information on her Russian handlers and her assignments. The SBU said that she was caught "red-handed" by the officers as she attempted to pass intelligence data to the Russian secret services. The Ukrainian security agency said that the woman lived in the small southern town of Ochakiv in the Mykolaiv region and formerly worked in a store at a military base there. According to the SBU, she allegedly photographed locations and tried to get information from personal contacts in the area. She may face a charge of unauthorised dissemination of information about the movements of weapons and troops. If convicted, she could serve up to 12 years in prison. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Delhi Services Bill was passed on Monday (August 7) by Rajya Sabha, a big win for India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as it gives the central government control over bureaucrats in the Delhi government. The legislation, formally known as the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeks to replace an ordinance on the handling of transfers and postings of officials in the Delhi government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bill was earlier passed the Lok Sabha by a voice vote on Thursday. Rajya Sabha approved it with 131 votes in favour and 102 against, which was a challenge for the government as the ruling NDA is yet to cross the majority mark in the upper house of the parliament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Home Minister Amit Shah defended the bill saying it is aimed at providing effective and corruption-free governance in the national capital.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The legislation was opposed by the Opposition bloc INDIA and the BRS. They said that it was "unconstitutional, undemocratic and against the spirit of federalism".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Naveen Patnaik's BJD and the YSRCP supported the bill, wasting the efforts of the Opposition, including bringing former prime minister Manmohan Singh in a wheelchair and an ailing Shibu Soren to the House.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says, "PM Modi does not obey the Supreme Court's order. The public had clearly said that the Centre should not interfere in Delhi by defeating them, but PM does not want to listen to the public."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kejriwal called it a "black day in the history of India's democracy".&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Home Minister Shah, who moved the bill, has claimed that the Delhi services bill doesn't violate an earlier Supreme Court judgment.&nbsp;</p>

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The Delhi Services Bill was passed on Monday (August 7) by Rajya Sabha, a big win for India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as it gives the central government control over bureaucrats in the Delhi government.

The Delhi Services Bill was passed on Monday (August 7) by Rajya Sabha, a big win for India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as it gives the central government control over bureaucrats in the Delhi government. The legislation, formally known as the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeks to replace an ordinance on the handling of transfers and postings of officials in the Delhi government. The bill was earlier passed the Lok Sabha by a voice vote on Thursday. Rajya Sabha approved it with 131 votes in favour and 102 against, which was a challenge for the government as the ruling NDA is yet to cross the majority mark in the upper house of the parliament. Home Minister Amit Shah defended the bill saying it is aimed at providing effective and corruption-free governance in the national capital. Also read: What is Delhi Services Bill? How will it affect Indian capital's governance? The legislation was opposed by the Opposition bloc INDIA and the BRS. They said that it was "unconstitutional, undemocratic and against the spirit of federalism". Naveen Patnaik's BJD and the YSRCP supported the bill, wasting the efforts of the Opposition, including bringing former prime minister Manmohan Singh in a wheelchair and an ailing Shibu Soren to the House. Replying on the National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in the Rajya Sabha. https://t.co/4ttRqrSH2E — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 7, 2023 × Kejriwal slams PM Modi Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says, "PM Modi does not obey the Supreme Court's order. The public had clearly said that the Centre should not interfere in Delhi by defeating them, but PM does not want to listen to the public." Kejriwal called it a "black day in the history of India's democracy". But Home Minister Shah, who moved the bill, has claimed that the Delhi services bill doesn't violate an earlier Supreme Court judgment. Delhi | On Delhi Services Bill passed in Rajya Sabha, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says, "PM Modi does not obey the Supreme Court's order. The public had clearly said that the Centre should not interfere in Delhi by defeating them, but PM does not want to listen to the public." pic.twitter.com/Y25XLo7BF2 — ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2023 × (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Thailand&nbsp;is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday.</p>

<p>India in late July ordered a halt to its largest rice export category in a move that will roughly halve shipments by the world's largest exporter of the grain, triggering fears of further inflation on global food markets.</p>

<p>The Indian ban provides an opportunity for Thai rice producers, especially in Africa which consumes large volumes of rice from India, minister Jurin Laksanawisit told a press briefing.</p>

<p>"With India's export ban, global prices rise as volumes drop ... farmers can sell paddy rice at higher prices," he said.</p>

<p>But global prices are volatile and the government will closely monitor the situation, he added.</p>

<p>Thailand, the world's second-largest rice exporter, is expected to export more than 8 million metric tons of rice this year, Charoen Laothamatas, president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, told the briefing.</p>

<p>In the first seven months,&nbsp;Thailand&nbsp;shipped 4.8 million metric tons, he said, with monthly exports of 700,000 to 800,000 tons. Last year's rice exports were 7.71 million tons.</p>

<p>"The world market is very turbulent because of speculation in every market, affecting countries that do not have stocks in hand," he said.</p>

<p>Thai rice export prices might increase by 20% after the Indian ban, Charoen said.</p>

<p>Exporters were reluctant to quote prices while waiting for more clarity and were likely to halt shipments for a time, said Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association.</p>

<p>"Now we're worried about old contracts with delivery over the next two or three weeks as prices are quite volatile," he said. "But this should be a temporary event, until there is more clarity from India."</p>

<p>Two trade sources said last week that some rice exporters in&nbsp;Thailand&nbsp;and Vietnam were re-negotiating sales contracts for around half a million metric tons for August shipment.</p>

<p>The government would also ensure domestic rice prices do not rise too high, minister Jurin said, adding that inflation is expected to stay low.</p>

<p>"As rice exports remain normal, domestic consumption is not affected yet but paddy rice prices are higher, so rice prices must be managed to stay at appropriate levels," Jurin said.</p>

<p>Paddy prices were currently a record 12,000 baht ($344.43) per metric ton, he said, with paddy output expected to fall by an annual 5.6% to 32.35 million metric tons this year.</p>

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Thailand is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday.

Thailand is benefiting from India's rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday. India in late July ordered a halt to its largest rice export category in a move that will roughly halve shipments by the world's largest exporter of the grain, triggering fears of further inflation on global food markets. The Indian ban provides an opportunity for Thai rice producers, especially in Africa which consumes large volumes of rice from India, minister Jurin Laksanawisit told a press briefing. "With India's export ban, global prices rise as volumes drop ... farmers can sell paddy rice at higher prices," he said. But global prices are volatile and the government will closely monitor the situation, he added. Thailand, the world's second-largest rice exporter, is expected to export more than 8 million metric tons of rice this year, Charoen Laothamatas, president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, told the briefing. In the first seven months, Thailand shipped 4.8 million metric tons, he said, with monthly exports of 700,000 to 800,000 tons. Last year's rice exports were 7.71 million tons. "The world market is very turbulent because of speculation in every market, affecting countries that do not have stocks in hand," he said. Thai rice export prices might increase by 20% after the Indian ban, Charoen said. Exporters were reluctant to quote prices while waiting for more clarity and were likely to halt shipments for a time, said Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association. "Now we're worried about old contracts with delivery over the next two or three weeks as prices are quite volatile," he said. "But this should be a temporary event, until there is more clarity from India." Two trade sources said last week that some rice exporters in Thailand and Vietnam were re-negotiating sales contracts for around half a million metric tons for August shipment. The government would also ensure domestic rice prices do not rise too high, minister Jurin said, adding that inflation is expected to stay low. "As rice exports remain normal, domestic consumption is not affected yet but paddy rice prices are higher, so rice prices must be managed to stay at appropriate levels," Jurin said. Paddy prices were currently a record 12,000 baht ($344.43) per metric ton, he said, with paddy output expected to fall by an annual 5.6% to 32.35 million metric tons this year. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>China is dreaming big with its mission of Tiangong space station, a permanent crewed space station operated by China Manned Space Agency in low Earth orbit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Beijing's giant leap in space witnessed challenges. The latest report by The South China Morning Post said that Indian scientists have ended in a deadlock in their attempt to ship a scientific instrument, which will apparently be used Tiangong space station.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report mentioned that about a year ago, a team from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bangalore applied for an export permit from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs for the Spectroscopic Investigations of Nebular Gas (SING) device.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted, project leader and astrophysicist Jayant Murthy said that the "team has not heard of any progress since. “We completed everything two months ago. The instrument is now sitting in the clean room, ready to fly".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Murthy, the research partner with the Tiangong Space Station, added, "I've been told that our application is being processed and that it has not been approved yet."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that the device was supposed to arrive in China last year to be launched in mid-2023, but had been delayed due to COVID-19 (coronavirus).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The SCMP report mentioned that the device, SING, was selected by the China Manned Space Agency and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs. It is meant to be one of nine international experiments carried out on board Tiangong.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What is SING?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Experts have said that SING is a small spectrograph payload designed to observe extended sources over a wide ﬁeld of view (FOV) in the NUV range from 1400 to 2700. Unlike the previous missions, such as IUE or FUSE which were more focused on point sources, SING will perform spectroscopy over a wide ﬁeld of the diﬀused sources in the sky with medium spectral resolution.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Murthy said that issues related to space became sensitive when it came to space, and the tense India-China ties didn't help much.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "I've tried to explain that our instrument would be pointing up towards the sky, and not looking down at the Earth at all, but that apparently did not work."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that some experiments, which are being developed in Europe, were also facing export clearance problems.&nbsp;</p>

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China is dreaming big with its mission of Tiangong space station, a permanent crewed space station operated by China Manned Space Agency in low Earth orbit. But Beijing's giant leap in space witnessed challenges.

China is dreaming big with its mission of Tiangong space station, a permanent crewed space station operated by China Manned Space Agency in low Earth orbit. But Beijing's giant leap in space witnessed challenges. The latest report by The South China Morning Post said that Indian scientists have ended in a deadlock in their attempt to ship a scientific instrument, which will apparently be used Tiangong space station. The report mentioned that about a year ago, a team from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bangalore applied for an export permit from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs for the Spectroscopic Investigations of Nebular Gas (SING) device. Alsro read: Russia to evacuate village ahead of first lunar mission launch in 50 years, this week: Here's why As quoted, project leader and astrophysicist Jayant Murthy said that the "team has not heard of any progress since. “We completed everything two months ago. The instrument is now sitting in the clean room, ready to fly". Murthy, the research partner with the Tiangong Space Station, added, "I've been told that our application is being processed and that it has not been approved yet." He also said that the device was supposed to arrive in China last year to be launched in mid-2023, but had been delayed due to COVID-19 (coronavirus). The SCMP report mentioned that the device, SING, was selected by the China Manned Space Agency and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs. It is meant to be one of nine international experiments carried out on board Tiangong. Watch this report: × Also read: Newly-discovered skull in China baffles scientists. Is it a new lineage of humans? What is SING? Experts have said that SING is a small spectrograph payload designed to observe extended sources over a wide ﬁeld of view (FOV) in the NUV range from 1400 to 2700. Unlike the previous missions, such as IUE or FUSE which were more focused on point sources, SING will perform spectroscopy over a wide ﬁeld of the diﬀused sources in the sky with medium spectral resolution. Murthy said that issues related to space became sensitive when it came to space, and the tense India-China ties didn't help much. He said, "I've tried to explain that our instrument would be pointing up towards the sky, and not looking down at the Earth at all, but that apparently did not work." He also said that some experiments, which are being developed in Europe, were also facing export clearance problems. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>India's Lok Sabha witnessed quite an eventful day on Monday (August 7) as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to the lower house of the parliament as his membership was restored.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the same day, the House was also marred by chaos, with BJP leader Nishikant Dubey accusing the Congress of 'collaborating with anti-nationals&nbsp; and China', citing a report by The New York Times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a report titled, "A Global Web of Chinese Propaganda Leads to a US Tech Mogul", the NYT has claimed that the news portal was part of a global network that received funding from American millionaire Neville Roy Singham, who allegedly works closely with the Chinese government media machine. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The report mentioned, "In New Delhi, corporate filings show, Singham's network financed a news site, NewsClick, that sprinkled its coverage with Chinese government talking points. 'China's history continues to inspire the working classes,' one video said."</p>

<p>Dubey alleged that the article is basically exposing the "tukde tukde gang" and "some media" as they have connections to external forces that have links in anti-India activities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The BJP leader accused Congress of taking money from China, with the aim of opposing the central government. He also alleged that Congress leaders met the Chinese in 2016 to oppose the Modi government.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dubey said in the parliament, "They want to divide India through Chinese forces and some media. Between 2005 and 2014, whenever there was a crisis, Congress received money from China."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In 2008, they had invited both Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. In 2016, they were talking to the Chinese during the Doklam crisis."</p>

<p>He also took the names of Congress leaders Digvijaya Singh and Randeep Surjewala.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The opposition asked how Dubey's mic was on throughout the processing and reportedly they wrote a letter to the Speaker.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the letter, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury wrote, "When the Acting Chair was giving the floor to ministers to lay papers on the table, Shri Nishikant Dubey's microphone was switched on."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He proceeded to level libellous and defamatory charges against the Congress Party and Shri Rahul Gandhi, a member of the House, without having given any notice, let alone taken the permission of the Chair. His allegations were a flagrant violation of Rule 353 of the Rules of Procedure ad Conduct of Business in the Lok Sabha," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>'Anti-India umbilical cord'</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Meanwhile, BJP leader and Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur alleged that China, NewsClick website and the Congress are linked to an "anti-India umbilical cord" as he cited the same report. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference along with Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar at the BJP headquarters, Thakur said India was telling the world that NewsClick was a dangerous global network of propaganda.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that when Enforcement Directorate raids were conducted against NewsClick two years ago, the Congress and other opposition parties stood by the news portal and questioned the government's action, raising the issue of press freedom.&nbsp;</p>

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India's Lok Sabha witnessed quite an eventful day on Monday (August 7) as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to the lower house of the parliament as his membership was restored.

India's Lok Sabha witnessed quite an eventful day on Monday (August 7) as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to the lower house of the parliament as his membership was restored. On the same day, the House was also marred by chaos, with BJP leader Nishikant Dubey accusing the Congress of 'collaborating with anti-nationals and China', citing a report by The New York Times. In a report titled, "A Global Web of Chinese Propaganda Leads to a US Tech Mogul", the NYT has claimed that the news portal was part of a global network that received funding from American millionaire Neville Roy Singham, who allegedly works closely with the Chinese government media machine. The report mentioned, "In New Delhi, corporate filings show, Singham's network financed a news site, NewsClick, that sprinkled its coverage with Chinese government talking points. 'China's history continues to inspire the working classes,' one video said." Dubey alleged that the article is basically exposing the "tukde tukde gang" and "some media" as they have connections to external forces that have links in anti-India activities. The BJP leader accused Congress of taking money from China, with the aim of opposing the central government. He also alleged that Congress leaders met the Chinese in 2016 to oppose the Modi government. Also read: What is Delhi Services Bill? How will it affect national capital's governance? राहुल की नफ़रत की दुकान चायनीज समान से भरी हुई है । कॉंग्रेस पार्टी की नीति चीन के साथ मिलकर भारत तोड़ने की है। कॉंग्रेस पार्टी के चीन के फ़ंडिंग की जाँच भारत सरकार के चुनाव आयोग को करके कॉंग्रेस की दुकान बंद करनी चाहिए pic.twitter.com/hAvAHSxUBr — Dr Nishikant Dubey (@nishikant_dubey) August 7, 2023 × Dubey said in the parliament, "They want to divide India through Chinese forces and some media. Between 2005 and 2014, whenever there was a crisis, Congress received money from China." "In 2008, they had invited both Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. In 2016, they were talking to the Chinese during the Doklam crisis." He also took the names of Congress leaders Digvijaya Singh and Randeep Surjewala. The opposition asked how Dubey's mic was on throughout the processing and reportedly they wrote a letter to the Speaker. In the letter, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury wrote, "When the Acting Chair was giving the floor to ministers to lay papers on the table, Shri Nishikant Dubey's microphone was switched on." "He proceeded to level libellous and defamatory charges against the Congress Party and Shri Rahul Gandhi, a member of the House, without having given any notice, let alone taken the permission of the Chair. His allegations were a flagrant violation of Rule 353 of the Rules of Procedure ad Conduct of Business in the Lok Sabha," he added. Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has written a letter to LS Speaker Om Birla regarding BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's comments in Lok Sabha today "We demand under Rule 380 that his remarks be expunged in full and that an inquiry be conducted into how such an… pic.twitter.com/JgYsOKRG6l — ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2023 × Also read: India's border infrastructure strengthened to address LAC challenges: EAM Jaishankar × 'Anti-India umbilical cord' Meanwhile, BJP leader and Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur alleged that China, NewsClick website and the Congress are linked to an "anti-India umbilical cord" as he cited the same report. Addressing a press conference along with Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar at the BJP headquarters, Thakur said India was telling the world that NewsClick was a dangerous global network of propaganda. He also said that when Enforcement Directorate raids were conducted against NewsClick two years ago, the Congress and other opposition parties stood by the news portal and questioned the government's action, raising the issue of press freedom. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Mark Margolis, the American actor popular for his compelling performance in <em>Breaking Bad</em> and <em>Better Call Saul</em>, passed away at the age of 83.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actor, who once described himself as a "journeyman actor", reportedly died on Thursday (August 3) at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City following a short illness. His wife, Jacqueline, and son, Morgan, were at his bedside.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Margolis earned praise for portraying Hector Salamanca in <em>Breaking Bad</em> and <em>Better Call Saul</em>. He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2012 for his performance in <em>Breaking Bad</em>.&nbsp;<br />
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In <em>Breaking Bad</em>, Salamanca played a resentful former drug lord&nbsp;who communicated only through use of a brass bell attached to his wheelchair and eventually died in a dramatic fashion.</p>

<p>He also appeared in <em>Scarface</em>, <em>Ace Ventura: Pet Detective</em>, <em>The Wrestler</em>, and <em>Oz</em> and played parts in more than 60 films in his career spanning five decades.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During an interview with Time in 2013, he talked about a fan-favourite character Don Hector "Tio" Salamanca. He told the magazine that "it was a marvelous creature! The fact that he didn't have any words was not an issue for me."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I was delighted not to have to learn any lines. I mean, I had to know what was going on, I had to my cues, but the fact that I didn't have to master lines was great. I got to fly out to New Mexico and not worry about memorising anything," he had added.&nbsp;</p>

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Mark Margolis, the American actor popular for his compelling performance in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, passed away at the age of 83. The actor, who once described himself as a "journeyman actor", reportedly died on Thursday (August 3) at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City following a short illness.

Mark Margolis, the American actor popular for his compelling performance in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, passed away at the age of 83. The actor, who once described himself as a "journeyman actor", reportedly died on Thursday (August 3) at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City following a short illness. His wife, Jacqueline, and son, Morgan, were at his bedside. Margolis earned praise for portraying Hector Salamanca in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2012 for his performance in Breaking Bad. In Breaking Bad, Salamanca played a resentful former drug lord who communicated only through use of a brass bell attached to his wheelchair and eventually died in a dramatic fashion. He also appeared in Scarface, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Wrestler, and Oz and played parts in more than 60 films in his career spanning five decades. We join millions of fans in mourning the passing of the immensely talented Mark Margolis, who - with his eyes, a bell, and very few words - turned Hector Salamanca into one of the most unforgettable characters in the history of television. He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/gVt8IzxgPw — Breaking Bad (@BreakingBad) August 4, 2023 × We join millions of fans in mourning the passing of the immensely talented Mark Margolis, who - with his eyes, a bell, and very few words - turned Hector Salamanca into one of the most unforgettable characters in the history of television. He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/XJ1yagO8Z3 — Better Call Saul (@BetterCallSaul) August 4, 2023 × During an interview with Time in 2013, he talked about a fan-favourite character Don Hector "Tio" Salamanca. He told the magazine that "it was a marvelous creature! The fact that he didn't have any words was not an issue for me." "I was delighted not to have to learn any lines. I mean, I had to know what was going on, I had to my cues, but the fact that I didn't have to master lines was great. I got to fly out to New Mexico and not worry about memorising anything," he had added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Country-wise Average Age of Losing Virginity. Check this Data out!


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This data shows the average age around which people lose their virginity (in 2023) around the world. 

World Population Review recently updated its data on ‘Average Age to Lose Virginity by Country’. As per the data, Malaysia has the highest average age and Iceland the lowest in this regard. 


1.  Malaysia (23.70)
2.  Indonesia (23.60)
3.  India (22.50) 
4.  South Korea (22.10) 
5.  Singapore (22.00) 

Singapore, India, and Malaysia have higher average age of losing virginity, ranging from 22 to 23 years. 

6.  Taiwan (21.90) 
7.  Turkey (21.30) 
8.  China (21.20) 

Surveys were conducted to collect the average age data, but it’s difficult to verify the exact numbers. In China, the average age of virginity loss is around over 21 years. 

9.  Hong Kong (20.80) 
10.  Nigeria (20.60) 

The provided age numbers are averages, so there are individuals in all these countries who may lose their virginity at younger or older ages. 

The average age of losing virginity in the United States, France, and the United Kingdom is around 18 years. 

Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland have a relatively young age of virginity loss, around 16 years old. 

Iceland has an average age of virginity loss of about 15 years. 

Source: World Population Review All Images: Pixabay

<p>Polish Interior Minister Mariusz Kaminski said on Friday (August 4) that the authorities have detained another suspected member of a Russian spy network. The latest arrest has brought the total number of people detained as part of an investigation to 16.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kaminski wrote on messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the (Internal Security Agency) ABW detained another man, the 16th person, suspected of participating in a Russian spy network.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Belarusian Mikhail A. took part in reconnaissance of military facilities and ports. He also carried out propaganda activities for Russia. He was taken into custody," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A statement released by the press service of Poland's minister-coordinator of intelligence and security services said that the man came to Poland in 2021 after spending several years in Russia, including six years in jail.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The statement said, "The evidence, in this case, suggests that he was regularly paid for the execution of tasks designed to undermine both internal and external security of Poland."&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added, "The Belarusian individual pleaded partly guilty... He was charged with taking part in the activity of foreign intelligence targeted against Poland... Upon the court's decision, he has been remanded in custody for a period of three months."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Poland claims that Russian spies are targeting a hub for Western military supplies to Ukraine, Warsaw also accuses Russia and Belarus of trying to destabilise it.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russia not invited to peace talks on Ukraine in Jeddah&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Will the Ukraine war spill over to other regions?</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Russia's invasion of Ukraine started last year in February and left a significant impact on people and economies worldwide, but the latest developments pose the threat of the war spreading and engulfing some more nations. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Poland is getting impacted due to the reported presence of Wagner mercenaries on its border. Warsaw recently decided to move military units to the country's east due to the Wagner Group's presence in Belarus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Belarusian defence ministry recently said that the Wagner mercenaries had started to train Belarusian special forces at a military range just a few miles from the border with Poland, a NATO member.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Analysts have previously noted that any attack on a NATO member will be retaliated by the alliance as it is founded on the principle of collective defence, meaning that if one NATO ally is attacked, then all NATO allies are deemed to have been attacked.&nbsp;</p>

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Polish Interior Minister Mariusz Kaminski said on Friday (August 4) that the authorities have detained another suspected member of a Russian spy network. The latest arrest has brought the total number of people detained as part of an investigation to 16.

Polish Interior Minister Mariusz Kaminski said on Friday (August 4) that the authorities have detained another suspected member of a Russian spy network. The latest arrest has brought the total number of people detained as part of an investigation to 16. Kaminski wrote on messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the (Internal Security Agency) ABW detained another man, the 16th person, suspected of participating in a Russian spy network. "Belarusian Mikhail A. took part in reconnaissance of military facilities and ports. He also carried out propaganda activities for Russia. He was taken into custody," he added. A statement released by the press service of Poland's minister-coordinator of intelligence and security services said that the man came to Poland in 2021 after spending several years in Russia, including six years in jail. Also read: IAEA says no explosives and mines found on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant roofs The statement said, "The evidence, in this case, suggests that he was regularly paid for the execution of tasks designed to undermine both internal and external security of Poland." It added, "The Belarusian individual pleaded partly guilty... He was charged with taking part in the activity of foreign intelligence targeted against Poland... Upon the court's decision, he has been remanded in custody for a period of three months." Poland claims that Russian spies are targeting a hub for Western military supplies to Ukraine, Warsaw also accuses Russia and Belarus of trying to destabilise it. Watch: Russia not invited to peace talks on Ukraine in Jeddah × Also read: Watch I Video shows Russian warship moving, towed after sea drone attack claimed by Ukraine Will the Ukraine war spill over to other regions? Russia's invasion of Ukraine started last year in February and left a significant impact on people and economies worldwide, but the latest developments pose the threat of the war spreading and engulfing some more nations. Poland is getting impacted due to the reported presence of Wagner mercenaries on its border. Warsaw recently decided to move military units to the country's east due to the Wagner Group's presence in Belarus. The Belarusian defence ministry recently said that the Wagner mercenaries had started to train Belarusian special forces at a military range just a few miles from the border with Poland, a NATO member. Analysts have previously noted that any attack on a NATO member will be retaliated by the alliance as it is founded on the principle of collective defence, meaning that if one NATO ally is attacked, then all NATO allies are deemed to have been attacked. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, on Friday reported a near three-fold jump in first-quarter profit, led by a surge in net interest income, healthy loan growth and lower provisions.</p>

<p>Net profit was at a record 168.84 billion rupees ($2.04 billion) for the quarter ended June 30, compared with 60.68 billion rupees a year earlier.</p>

<p>Net interest income, the difference between interest earned and paid out, rose 24.7% to 389.05 billion rupees, while net interest margin, a key indicator of a bank's profitability, rose to 3.47% from 3.23% a year ago.</p>

<p>However, slippages more than doubled to 76.59 billion rupees sequentially, primarily from small and medium enterprises and agriculture lending.</p>

<p>Rivals HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have reported double-digit net interest income growth for the fiscal first quarter.</p>

<p>Indian banks have been reporting double-digit credit growth in recent months, driven by rising consumption, even as the Reserve Bank of India raised interest rates.</p>

<p>SBI's corporate lending book pipeline stands at 3.5 trillion rupees, Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara said in a news conference. Khara expects credit growth of 15% this fiscal year.</p>

<p>The bank's gross loans increased 13.9% from a year earlier, while deposits climbed 12%, led by term deposits that offer better returns.</p>

<p>Provisions and contingencies fell 43% from a year ago to 25.01 billion rupees.</p>

<p>SBI's gross non-performing assets (NPA) ratio - a key metric of asset quality - fell to 2.76% from 2.78% in the previous quarter and 3.91% a year ago. The net NPA ratio rose to 0.71% from 0.67% in the prior three months.</p>

<p>The bank expects its net NPA ratio to fall to 0.5% in the next few quarters, Khara said.</p>

<p>SBI's shares, which have lost 6.6% this year, ended 2.9% down.</p>

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State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, on Friday reported a near three-fold jump in first-quarter profit, led by a surge in net interest income, healthy loan growth and lower provisions.

State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, on Friday reported a near three-fold jump in first-quarter profit, led by a surge in net interest income, healthy loan growth and lower provisions. Net profit was at a record 168.84 billion rupees ($2.04 billion) for the quarter ended June 30, compared with 60.68 billion rupees a year earlier. Net interest income, the difference between interest earned and paid out, rose 24.7% to 389.05 billion rupees, while net interest margin, a key indicator of a bank's profitability, rose to 3.47% from 3.23% a year ago. However, slippages more than doubled to 76.59 billion rupees sequentially, primarily from small and medium enterprises and agriculture lending. Rivals HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have reported double-digit net interest income growth for the fiscal first quarter. Indian banks have been reporting double-digit credit growth in recent months, driven by rising consumption, even as the Reserve Bank of India raised interest rates. SBI's corporate lending book pipeline stands at 3.5 trillion rupees, Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara said in a news conference. Khara expects credit growth of 15% this fiscal year. The bank's gross loans increased 13.9% from a year earlier, while deposits climbed 12%, led by term deposits that offer better returns. Provisions and contingencies fell 43% from a year ago to 25.01 billion rupees. SBI's gross non-performing assets (NPA) ratio - a key metric of asset quality - fell to 2.76% from 2.78% in the previous quarter and 3.91% a year ago. The net NPA ratio rose to 0.71% from 0.67% in the prior three months. The bank expects its net NPA ratio to fall to 0.5% in the next few quarters, Khara said. SBI's shares, which have lost 6.6% this year, ended 2.9% down. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>An emergency cabinet meeting was called by South Korea's presidential office on Friday (August 4) and orders were given for deployment of air-conditioned buses and freezer trucks after it was reported that hundreds of scouts suffered heat-related illnesses at a massive jamboree.</p>

<p>An unlimited number of air-conditioned buses for scouts&nbsp;and refrigerator trucks to provide cold water were ordered by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, said presidential spokeswoman Kim Eun-hye.</p>

<p>South Korea has been battering tough climatic conditions because of a heatwave, which has led to a reported spike in heat-related deaths. The organisers at the World Scout Jamboree said on Wednesday (August 2) that hundreds of scouts at a massive jamboree in South Korea suffered heat exhaustion. In South Korea, at least 16 people have died because of the heat so far this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The organisers have sent dozens of military doctors and nurses to help out at the campsite, where around 43,000 people from across the world have gathered and taken part in the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The World Scout Jamboree, known as the world's largest youth camp, is being held in North Jeolla province. In that particular region, a heatwave warning is in place, with temperatures reaching about 35 degrees Celsius daily.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As reported by news agencies, organisers have said that there were roughly 400 cases of heat exhaustion on the first night at the campsite. The organiser also said that people were being treated at a makeshift hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A Malaysian scout told a South Korean newspaper that "it was so hot that I got a migraine" and he added that the weather was even hotter than in his home country.</p>

<p>According to the local media reports, scouts from the United States, Britain, Belgium, Bangladesh, Colombia, Poland and Sweden were affected.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>'Look out for each other please'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A fire official in North Jeolla province, southwest of Seoul, told reporters: "Most of them were experiencing mild symptoms, such as headache, dizziness and nausea and all returned to their campsites."&nbsp;</p>

<p>British celebrity adventurer Bear Grylls urged attendees to stay hydrated. He kicked off the jamboree as Chief Scout.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an Instagram post, he said, "It's hot. Look out for each other please."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the South Korean&nbsp;weather agency, the heatwave is expected to last until next week and the scout event is scheduled to end on August&nbsp;14.&nbsp;</p>

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An emergency cabinet meeting was called by South Korea's presidential office on Friday (August 4) and orders were given for deployment of air-conditioned buses and freezer trucks after it was reported that hundreds of scouts suffered heat-related illnesses at a massive jamboree.

An emergency cabinet meeting was called by South Korea's presidential office on Friday (August 4) and orders were given for deployment of air-conditioned buses and freezer trucks after it was reported that hundreds of scouts suffered heat-related illnesses at a massive jamboree. An unlimited number of air-conditioned buses for scouts and refrigerator trucks to provide cold water were ordered by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, said presidential spokeswoman Kim Eun-hye. South Korea has been battering tough climatic conditions because of a heatwave, which has led to a reported spike in heat-related deaths. The organisers at the World Scout Jamboree said on Wednesday (August 2) that hundreds of scouts at a massive jamboree in South Korea suffered heat exhaustion. In South Korea, at least 16 people have died because of the heat so far this year. The organisers have sent dozens of military doctors and nurses to help out at the campsite, where around 43,000 people from across the world have gathered and taken part in the event. The World Scout Jamboree, known as the world's largest youth camp, is being held in North Jeolla province. In that particular region, a heatwave warning is in place, with temperatures reaching about 35 degrees Celsius daily. Also read: Typhoon Khanun leaves 2 dead, 41 injured in Japan; over 220,000 homes sans power As reported by news agencies, organisers have said that there were roughly 400 cases of heat exhaustion on the first night at the campsite. The organiser also said that people were being treated at a makeshift hospital. A Malaysian scout told a South Korean newspaper that "it was so hot that I got a migraine" and he added that the weather was even hotter than in his home country. According to the local media reports, scouts from the United States, Britain, Belgium, Bangladesh, Colombia, Poland and Sweden were affected. Also read: One reported dead, several injured in stabbing, vehicle ramming near Seoul; suspect arrested Watch: Big tech firms promote toxic health cures for women × 'Look out for each other please' A fire official in North Jeolla province, southwest of Seoul, told reporters: "Most of them were experiencing mild symptoms, such as headache, dizziness and nausea and all returned to their campsites." British celebrity adventurer Bear Grylls urged attendees to stay hydrated. He kicked off the jamboree as Chief Scout. In an Instagram post, he said, "It's hot. Look out for each other please." As per the South Korean weather agency, the heatwave is expected to last until next week and the scout event is scheduled to end on August 14. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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