<p>Amid a crackdown on mass protests in Iran, two British-Iranian women journalists have been charged with "propaganda" against the state, the judiciary said Tuesday (November 8).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Media reports also mentioned that those two journos, who work for the UK-based Persian-language TV channel Iran International, have been warned of a possible risk to their lives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Judiciary spokesperson Massoud Setayeshi told a weekly briefing in Tehran that Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi "have been remanded in custody for propaganda against the system and conspiring against national security." Both have already spent more than a month in detention.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Who is Niloufar Hamedi?&nbsp;</strong><br />
Hamedi, 30, is a journalist for the reformist Shargh newspaper. She was arrested on September 20, after she visited the hospital where Mahsa Amini spent three days in her coma before her death. Amini's death, allegedly at the hands of Iran's morality police over not wearing her veil properly, had led to ongoing anti-hijab protests in the country.</p>

<p><strong>Who is Elaheh Mohammadi?&nbsp;</strong><br />
Mohammadi, 35, is a reporter for the Ham Mihan newspaper. She was arrested on September 29 after she travelled to Amini's hometown of Saqez in Kurdistan province to cover her funeral.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Official data is not available, but media reports mentioned that the death toll of those who lost their lives during the protests crossed 300. Hundreds have been arrested, including journalists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>More than 300 journalists issued a joint statement on October 30. They criticised the detention of their colleagues and the denial of their rights, including access to a lawyer.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid a crackdown on mass protests in Iran, two British-Iranian women journalists have been charged with "propaganda" against the state, the judiciary said Tuesday (November 8).

Amid a crackdown on mass protests in Iran, two British-Iranian women journalists have been charged with "propaganda" against the state, the judiciary said Tuesday (November 8). Media reports also mentioned that those two journos, who work for the UK-based Persian-language TV channel Iran International, have been warned of a possible risk to their lives. Judiciary spokesperson Massoud Setayeshi told a weekly briefing in Tehran that Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi "have been remanded in custody for propaganda against the system and conspiring against national security." Both have already spent more than a month in detention. Who is Niloufar Hamedi? Hamedi, 30, is a journalist for the reformist Shargh newspaper. She was arrested on September 20, after she visited the hospital where Mahsa Amini spent three days in her coma before her death. Amini's death, allegedly at the hands of Iran's morality police over not wearing her veil properly, had led to ongoing anti-hijab protests in the country. Who is Elaheh Mohammadi? Mohammadi, 35, is a reporter for the Ham Mihan newspaper. She was arrested on September 29 after she travelled to Amini's hometown of Saqez in Kurdistan province to cover her funeral. WATCH | South Asia Diary: Afghan school girls turn to saffron fields × Official data is not available, but media reports mentioned that the death toll of those who lost their lives during the protests crossed 300. Hundreds have been arrested, including journalists. More than 300 journalists issued a joint statement on October 30. They criticised the detention of their colleagues and the denial of their rights, including access to a lawyer. 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 European Commission said on Tuesday (November 8) that an in-depth antitrust probe has been opened into Microsoft's bid to buy video games developer Activision Blizzard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was expected that the EU would take time to examine and investigate the deal because of its size and the rising concerns from rivals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, it said that the probe is because "the proposed acquisition may reduce competition in the markets for the distribution of console and personal computers video games and for PC operating systems."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The probe will look into the effects of the takeover "to determine whether its initial competition concerns are confirmed", the commission said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"By acquiring Activision Blizzard, Microsoft may foreclose access to Activision Blizzard's console and PC video games, especially to high-profile and highly successful games (so-called 'AAA' games) such as 'Call of Duty'," it said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In September, media reports stated that Microsoft's deal to buy Activision Blizzard might face an investigation in Brussels and the United Kingdom. Activision Blizzard makes the blockbuster "Call of Duty" game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And concerns were raised after reports emerged that Microsoft's $75 billion acquisition of the video game maker is apparently anti-competitive and will exclude rivals from accessing the popular game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Microsoft apparently did not opt to offer any remedies to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) because there were no commitments the UK regulator would be likely to accept.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In September, the CMA said that the takeover of the "Call of Duty" maker could hurt competition in gaming consoles, subscription services and cloud gaming in case Microsoft denies giving competitors access to Activision's best-selling games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A similar accusation was made by Sony. It said Microsoft is misleading the gaming industry and regulators about its commitments to keep&nbsp;<em>Call of Duty</em>&nbsp;on PlayStation consoles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sony had said that Microsoft only offered to keep releasing Activision's hit game on PlayStation for a limited number of years.&nbsp;</p>

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The European Commission said on Tuesday (November 8) that an in-depth antitrust probe has been opened into Microsoft's bid to buy video games developer Activision Blizzard.

The European Commission said on Tuesday (November 8) that an in-depth antitrust probe has been opened into Microsoft's bid to buy video games developer Activision Blizzard. It was expected that the EU would take time to examine and investigate the deal because of its size and the rising concerns from rivals. In a statement, it said that the probe is because "the proposed acquisition may reduce competition in the markets for the distribution of console and personal computers video games and for PC operating systems." The probe will look into the effects of the takeover "to determine whether its initial competition concerns are confirmed", the commission said. "By acquiring Activision Blizzard, Microsoft may foreclose access to Activision Blizzard's console and PC video games, especially to high-profile and highly successful games (so-called 'AAA' games) such as 'Call of Duty'," it said. In September, media reports stated that Microsoft's deal to buy Activision Blizzard might face an investigation in Brussels and the United Kingdom. Activision Blizzard makes the blockbuster "Call of Duty" game. And concerns were raised after reports emerged that Microsoft's $75 billion acquisition of the video game maker is apparently anti-competitive and will exclude rivals from accessing the popular game. Microsoft apparently did not opt to offer any remedies to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) because there were no commitments the UK regulator would be likely to accept. WATCH | Futuristic airports around the world | Tech It Out × In September, the CMA said that the takeover of the "Call of Duty" maker could hurt competition in gaming consoles, subscription services and cloud gaming in case Microsoft denies giving competitors access to Activision's best-selling games. A similar accusation was made by Sony. It said Microsoft is misleading the gaming industry and regulators about its commitments to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation consoles. Sony had said that Microsoft only offered to keep releasing Activision's hit game on PlayStation for a limited number of years. 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 United Kingdom High Court on Wednesday (November 9) ordered the extradition of Nirav Modi to India as the diamond merchant lost his appeal on mental health grounds. He is set to face fraud charges in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ruling noted that his "risk of suicide" is not such that it would be either "unjust or oppressive" to extradite him to India to face charges.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ruling stated: "Pulling these various strands together and weighing them in the balance so as to reach an overall evaluative judgment on the question raised by Section 91, we are far from satisfied that Mr Modi's mental condition and the risk of suicide are such that it would be either unjust or oppressive to extradite him."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It may be that the main benefit of the appeal has been to obtain the extensive further [Indian government] assurances that we have identified in the course of this judgment, which render the position clear to Mr Modi's advantage and the District Judge's decision supportable," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Deloitte employee behind global hacking gang; hack firm operate under the name 'Whitein'&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>PNB scam is India's biggest banking scam allegedly perpetrated by Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi with a combined loss of over $2 billion.</p>

<p>An investigation into the scam revealed that Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi are wanted for allegedly siphoning off public money from the state-run PNB, using the Letters of Undertaking.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Probes have also revealed that messages for fraudulent LoUs were sent to overseas banks by misusing Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications (SWIFT).&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, SWIFT is an international messaging system for banking, and without making their subsequent entries in PNB's internal software 'Finacle', thus bypassing any scrutiny of such funds in the bank.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>What is an LoU?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>An LoU is a guarantee given by an issuing bank to Indian banks having branches abroad to grant short-term credit to the applicant. In case of default, the bank issuing the LoU has to pay the liability to the credit-giving bank along with accruing interest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Nirav Modi's case, his companies along with Choksi's took loans from banks abroad on the basis of these LoUs but did not repay them, thus transferring the liability to PNB.&nbsp;</p>

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The United Kingdom High Court on Wednesday (November 9) ordered the extradition of Nirav Modi to India as the diamond merchant lost his appeal on mental health grounds. He is set to face fraud charges in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam. The ruling noted that his "risk of suicide" is not such that it would be either "unjust or oppressive" to extradite him to India to face charges. The ruling stated: "Pulling these various strands together and weighing them in the balance so as to reach an overall evaluative judgment on the question raised by Section 91, we are far from satisfied that Mr Modi's mental condition and the risk of suicide are such that it would be either unjust or oppressive to extradite him." "It may be that the main benefit of the appeal has been to obtain the extensive further [Indian government] assurances that we have identified in the course of this judgment, which render the position clear to Mr Modi's advantage and the District Judge's decision supportable," it added. ALSO READ | Deloitte India fires employee accused of running an international hacking ring WATCH | Deloitte employee behind global hacking gang; hack firm operate under the name 'Whitein' × PNB scam is India's biggest banking scam allegedly perpetrated by Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi with a combined loss of over $2 billion. An investigation into the scam revealed that Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi are wanted for allegedly siphoning off public money from the state-run PNB, using the Letters of Undertaking. Probes have also revealed that messages for fraudulent LoUs were sent to overseas banks by misusing Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications (SWIFT). For the unversed, SWIFT is an international messaging system for banking, and without making their subsequent entries in PNB's internal software 'Finacle', thus bypassing any scrutiny of such funds in the bank. What is an LoU? An LoU is a guarantee given by an issuing bank to Indian banks having branches abroad to grant short-term credit to the applicant. In case of default, the bank issuing the LoU has to pay the liability to the credit-giving bank along with accruing interest. In Nirav Modi's case, his companies along with Choksi's took loans from banks abroad on the basis of these LoUs but did not repay them, thus transferring the liability to PNB. 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>French prosecutors in Marseille said on Tuesday that a probe has been launched a day after a French cardinal admitted that he abused a 14-year-old girl 35 years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jean-Pierre Ricard publicly admitted that he had abused a girl years ago. His statement was read out during a press conference by Eric de Moulins-Beaufort, who is the president of the Bishops' Conference of France.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A senior church body announced that 11 former or serving French bishops have been accused of sexual violence, including Ricard, who was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016 and he said that he would withdraw from his functions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ricard said in a statement: "Thirty-five years ago, when I was a parish priest, I behaved in a reprehensible way with a young girl aged 14. My behaviour has inevitably led to grave and lasting consequences for this person."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As a probe has been opened now, Ricard could also face charges as in France, the most serious sexual offences in France such as rape usually have a statute of limitations of 30 years. But, in case the victim was a minor at the time of the offence, the period to bring charges can be extended.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In France, the maximum period for charges of sexual abuse of a minor is usually 20 years from the date at which the victim turns 18. Meanwhile, prosecutor Dominique Laurens told the news agency AFP in Marseille: "A preliminary enquiry has been started to verify the facts of this revelation."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This appears to be another dark chapter in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, which has been rocked by reports of sexual abuse. The reports include cases of violations around the world, often involving children, over the past 20 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An independent probe in 2021 alleged that French clergy had sexually abused more than 200,000 children over the past 70 years and the cases were ignored by the Catholic Church.&nbsp;</p>

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French prosecutors in Marseille said on Tuesday that a probe has been launched a day after a French cardinal admitted that he abused a 14-year-old girl 35 years ago.

French prosecutors in Marseille said on Tuesday that a probe has been launched a day after a French cardinal admitted that he abused a 14-year-old girl 35 years ago. Jean-Pierre Ricard publicly admitted that he had abused a girl years ago. His statement was read out during a press conference by Eric de Moulins-Beaufort, who is the president of the Bishops' Conference of France. A senior church body announced that 11 former or serving French bishops have been accused of sexual violence, including Ricard, who was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016 and he said that he would withdraw from his functions. Ricard said in a statement: "Thirty-five years ago, when I was a parish priest, I behaved in a reprehensible way with a young girl aged 14. My behaviour has inevitably led to grave and lasting consequences for this person." As a probe has been opened now, Ricard could also face charges as in France, the most serious sexual offences in France such as rape usually have a statute of limitations of 30 years. But, in case the victim was a minor at the time of the offence, the period to bring charges can be extended. In France, the maximum period for charges of sexual abuse of a minor is usually 20 years from the date at which the victim turns 18. Meanwhile, prosecutor Dominique Laurens told the news agency AFP in Marseille: "A preliminary enquiry has been started to verify the facts of this revelation." Watch this report: × This appears to be another dark chapter in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, which has been rocked by reports of sexual abuse. The reports include cases of violations around the world, often involving children, over the past 20 years. An independent probe in 2021 alleged that French clergy had sexually abused more than 200,000 children over the past 70 years and the cases were ignored by the Catholic Church. 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>For years Japanese shoppers eagerly shelled out for the latest gadgets, but now a tumbling&nbsp;yen&nbsp;has put new iPhones out of reach for some and sparked a growing secondhand trade in a major market for Apple Inc.</p>

<p>The Japanese currency's fall to a 32-year low against the dollar has squeezed consumers and accelerated a broader spending shift in the world's no.3 economy. Industry watchers say Japan's shoppers have become more open to buying secondhand, thanks in part to the rise of online auction sites.</p>

<p>In July, Apple hiked the price of the entry-level iPhone 13 by nearly a fifth. The basic iPhone 14 later debuted at 20% more than the iPhone 13 did, even as the U.S. price stayed flat at $799. While the dollar has surged against global currencies this year, the&nbsp;yen&nbsp;has been particularly hit, dropping 22%.</p>

<p>Salaryman Kaoru Nagase wanted a new phone but couldn't justify the price of a iPhone 14, which starts at 119,800&nbsp;yen&nbsp;($814). Instead, he bought a used iPhone SE 2 in Tokyo's Akihabara electronics district for less than a third of that.</p>

<p>"At more than 100,000&nbsp;yen&nbsp;the iPhone 14 is too expensive and I just can't afford it. It would be fine if the battery lasted for 10 years," he said. The iPhone SE 2, released in 2020 but without the dual rear camera of the iPhone 14, was a "good balance" of cost and features, he said.</p>

<p>Apple declined to comment for this story. But in an annual regulatory filing last month, it said Japan sales fell 9% in the year ended September 24 due to the&nbsp;yen's weakness.</p>

<p>Apple Chief Financial Luca Maestri also acknowledged to analysts last month that the strong dollar had led to price increases for its products in some countries, but sales had still grown by double digits in Indonesia, Vietnam and other markets facing currency challenges.</p>

<p>Sales of used smartphones grew nearly 15% in Japan to a record 2.1 million in the last financial year and are likely to reach 3.4 million by 2026, according to technology market research firm MM Research Institute.</p>

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<p>Taishin Chonan bought a used iPhone 13 after the screen cracked on one of the two devices he carries for personal use. The replacement has higher resolution and a better battery and camera than the iPhone 7 he had been using.</p>

<p>"Up until now I'd only ever bought new phones, this is my first time buying used," the 23-year-old said. "The new models are expensive."</p>

<p>Even after the price hikes, the iPhone 14 sold in Japan is the cheapest among 37 countries when tax is taken into account, MM Research Institute said in a September survey. More&nbsp;yen&nbsp;weakness could prompt Apple to raise prices again, the research firm said, potentially denting its hefty 50% share of Japan's smartphone market.</p>

<p>The latest iPhones are now priced above the 100,000&nbsp;yen&nbsp;level that is a "major psychological barrier" for many shoppers, said Daisuke Inoue, chief executive of Belong Inc, a unit of trading house Itochu Corp. that sells used phones and tablets online.</p>

<p>Average sales on Belong's Nicosuma e-commerce site have trebled since Apple raised prices in July compared to the average over the previous three months, Inoue said. At Belong's operations centre outside of Tokyo, shipments of used phones were unboxed and sorted before being inspected, graded and cleaned by rows of workers at long tables.</p>

<p>The phones were then photographed from multiple angles for sale online. Belong uses Itochu's global network to help it source used devices both in Japan and overseas, depending on where the best prices are, Inoue said.</p>

<p>Some of the devices are bought from businesses, such as tablets previously used for payments in cafes or displays in taxis, he said.</p>

<p>Many Japanese have traditionally been wary of secondhand items, including electronics, but that is changing.</p>

<p>Marketplace site Mercari has seen strong growth in sales of used smartphones, while sales of home appliances and electronics have also grown, a Mercari, Inc spokesperson said.</p>

<p>With Japan open again to foreign tourists, the secondhand iPhone market is getting another boost.</p>

<p>Retail chain Iosys Co Ltd has seen a surge in foreign tourists buying used iPhones in the last two months.</p>

<p>"The&nbsp;yen&nbsp;just keeps weakening," said Iosys executive Takashi Okuno. "That trend of visiting Japan and buying an iPhone is coming back."</p>

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For years Japanese shoppers eagerly shelled out for the latest gadgets, but now a tumbling yen has put new iPhones out of reach for some and sparked a growing secondhand trade in a major market for Apple Inc.

For years Japanese shoppers eagerly shelled out for the latest gadgets, but now a tumbling yen has put new iPhones out of reach for some and sparked a growing secondhand trade in a major market for Apple Inc. The Japanese currency's fall to a 32-year low against the dollar has squeezed consumers and accelerated a broader spending shift in the world's no.3 economy. Industry watchers say Japan's shoppers have become more open to buying secondhand, thanks in part to the rise of online auction sites. In July, Apple hiked the price of the entry-level iPhone 13 by nearly a fifth. The basic iPhone 14 later debuted at 20% more than the iPhone 13 did, even as the U.S. price stayed flat at $799. While the dollar has surged against global currencies this year, the yen has been particularly hit, dropping 22%. Salaryman Kaoru Nagase wanted a new phone but couldn't justify the price of a iPhone 14, which starts at 119,800 yen ($814). Instead, he bought a used iPhone SE 2 in Tokyo's Akihabara electronics district for less than a third of that. "At more than 100,000 yen the iPhone 14 is too expensive and I just can't afford it. It would be fine if the battery lasted for 10 years," he said. The iPhone SE 2, released in 2020 but without the dual rear camera of the iPhone 14, was a "good balance" of cost and features, he said. Apple declined to comment for this story. But in an annual regulatory filing last month, it said Japan sales fell 9% in the year ended September 24 due to the yen's weakness. Apple Chief Financial Luca Maestri also acknowledged to analysts last month that the strong dollar had led to price increases for its products in some countries, but sales had still grown by double digits in Indonesia, Vietnam and other markets facing currency challenges. Sales of used smartphones grew nearly 15% in Japan to a record 2.1 million in the last financial year and are likely to reach 3.4 million by 2026, according to technology market research firm MM Research Institute. 100,000 YEN BARRIER Taishin Chonan bought a used iPhone 13 after the screen cracked on one of the two devices he carries for personal use. The replacement has higher resolution and a better battery and camera than the iPhone 7 he had been using. "Up until now I'd only ever bought new phones, this is my first time buying used," the 23-year-old said. "The new models are expensive." Even after the price hikes, the iPhone 14 sold in Japan is the cheapest among 37 countries when tax is taken into account, MM Research Institute said in a September survey. More yen weakness could prompt Apple to raise prices again, the research firm said, potentially denting its hefty 50% share of Japan's smartphone market. The latest iPhones are now priced above the 100,000 yen level that is a "major psychological barrier" for many shoppers, said Daisuke Inoue, chief executive of Belong Inc, a unit of trading house Itochu Corp. that sells used phones and tablets online. Average sales on Belong's Nicosuma e-commerce site have trebled since Apple raised prices in July compared to the average over the previous three months, Inoue said. At Belong's operations centre outside of Tokyo, shipments of used phones were unboxed and sorted before being inspected, graded and cleaned by rows of workers at long tables. The phones were then photographed from multiple angles for sale online. Belong uses Itochu's global network to help it source used devices both in Japan and overseas, depending on where the best prices are, Inoue said. Some of the devices are bought from businesses, such as tablets previously used for payments in cafes or displays in taxis, he said. Many Japanese have traditionally been wary of secondhand items, including electronics, but that is changing. Marketplace site Mercari has seen strong growth in sales of used smartphones, while sales of home appliances and electronics have also grown, a Mercari, Inc spokesperson said. With Japan open again to foreign tourists, the secondhand iPhone market is getting another boost. Retail chain Iosys Co Ltd has seen a surge in foreign tourists buying used iPhones in the last two months. "The yen just keeps weakening," said Iosys executive Takashi Okuno. "That trend of visiting Japan and buying an iPhone is coming back." WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow on Tuesday (November 8), with an aim to strengthen ties between both nations. Both leaders discussed climate, trade, the Ukraine war, and other issues of mutual interest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the crucial meeting, Jaishankar said during a press conference that India has "substantial" and "time-tested relations" with Russia. He noted that India is trying to find ways to expand this relationship and also make it more durable.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that during the meeting, both ministers discussed areas where there are "natural interests" between both countries. He said: "India and Russia have grappled with how to expand our bilateral trade."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian foreign minister said that India is naturally concerned about trade imbalance and he has also raised this with the Russian side regarding "how to arrest impediments that stand in the way of Indian exports".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Discussion on the Russia-Ukraine war&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Jaishankar said that they exchanged views on international issues of mutual interest. He said, "Ukraine conflict was the dominant feature. As PM conveyed to Russian pres Putin this is not an era of war." He noted that the global economy is simply too "interdependent for significant conflict" anywhere not to have major consequences elsewhere.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Jaishankar on oil and gas supply</strong></p>

<p>The Indian minister said that regarding the oil supply issue, there is stress on the energy market. However, he said that as the world's third-largest consumer of oil and gas, it is "our fundamental obligation" to ensure that Indian consumers have the best possible access on the most advantageous terms to the international market.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow on Tuesday (November 8), with an aim to strengthen ties between both nations.

Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow on Tuesday (November 8), with an aim to strengthen ties between both nations. Both leaders discussed climate, trade, the Ukraine war, and other issues of mutual interest. After the crucial meeting, Jaishankar said during a press conference that India has "substantial" and "time-tested relations" with Russia. He noted that India is trying to find ways to expand this relationship and also make it more durable. He said that during the meeting, both ministers discussed areas where there are "natural interests" between both countries. He said: "India and Russia have grappled with how to expand our bilateral trade." The Indian foreign minister said that India is naturally concerned about trade imbalance and he has also raised this with the Russian side regarding "how to arrest impediments that stand in the way of Indian exports". Discussion on the Russia-Ukraine war Jaishankar said that they exchanged views on international issues of mutual interest. He said, "Ukraine conflict was the dominant feature. As PM conveyed to Russian pres Putin this is not an era of war." He noted that the global economy is simply too "interdependent for significant conflict" anywhere not to have major consequences elsewhere. Jaishankar on oil and gas supply The Indian minister said that regarding the oil supply issue, there is stress on the energy market. However, he said that as the world's third-largest consumer of oil and gas, it is "our fundamental obligation" to ensure that Indian consumers have the best possible access on the most advantageous terms to the international market. Watch this report: × Meanwhile, Lavrov said during the meeting that with the changes the international community is going through, it's important to "compare our notes", and our "assessments integrally" on how we are going to work on the goals set by the Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the economy, trade, investments, tech sphere. 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>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused China on Monday of playing "aggressive games" with the democracy and institutions of his country after a report emerged that there was foreign interference in its elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While denying the allegations, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Tuesday that the country has "no interest" in Canada's internal affairs. A foreign ministry spokesperson stated that Canada should not make remarks as it will hurt ties with China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Spokesperson Zhao Lijian also said that the relationship between countries can only be built on the basis of "mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trudeau had told reporters: "We have taken significant measures to strengthen the integrity of our elections processes and our systems, and will continue to invest in the fight against election interference, against foreign interference of our democracies and institutions."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Unfortunately, we're seeing countries, state actors from around the world, whether it's China or others, are continuing to play aggressive games with our institutions, with our democracies," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trudeau's comments came after a local broadcaster in Canada, Global News, reported that China was directly involved in an election as Beijing had funded a "clandestine network" of candidates in a recent ballot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report of election interference came&nbsp;days after authorities started probing&nbsp;the illegal Chinese police stations in the Toronto area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Without providing details of the source, the Global News reported that intelligence officials told the Trudeau government China was seeking to influence or subvert its democratic process.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, Beijing directed transfers of funds to at least 11 federal election candidates. The funds were apparently transferred through an Ontario lawmaker and others.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused China on Monday of playing "aggressive games" with the democracy and institutions of his country after a report emerged that there was foreign interference in its elections.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused China on Monday of playing "aggressive games" with the democracy and institutions of his country after a report emerged that there was foreign interference in its elections. While denying the allegations, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Tuesday that the country has "no interest" in Canada's internal affairs. A foreign ministry spokesperson stated that Canada should not make remarks as it will hurt ties with China. Spokesperson Zhao Lijian also said that the relationship between countries can only be built on the basis of "mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit". Trudeau had told reporters: "We have taken significant measures to strengthen the integrity of our elections processes and our systems, and will continue to invest in the fight against election interference, against foreign interference of our democracies and institutions." "Unfortunately, we're seeing countries, state actors from around the world, whether it's China or others, are continuing to play aggressive games with our institutions, with our democracies," he added. WATCH | 48 per cent of people plan to spend less this Christmas, says Barclaycard × Trudeau's comments came after a local broadcaster in Canada, Global News, reported that China was directly involved in an election as Beijing had funded a "clandestine network" of candidates in a recent ballot. The report of election interference came days after authorities started probing the illegal Chinese police stations in the Toronto area. Without providing details of the source, the Global News reported that intelligence officials told the Trudeau government China was seeking to influence or subvert its democratic process. As per the report, Beijing directed transfers of funds to at least 11 federal election candidates. The funds were apparently transferred through an Ontario lawmaker and others. (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>New Delhi's Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, announced that the primary schools in India's capital city will reopen from Wednesday (November 9) as there is a slight improvement in the air quality in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said last week that the primary schools in the national capital would be closed because of the extremely poor air pollution, which is causing health hazards.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, Rai has announced that the schools will re-open, and also a ban on open-air activities is being lifted. He further mentioned that the ban on truck entry has also been lifted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While addressing a media briefing on Monday, Rai said: "In Delhi, the pollution level had crossed 450 in the last few days, due to which CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management) had directed to implement phase four of the GRAP under which the entry of trucks was banned, primary schools were closed, 50 per cent work from home was instructed in government offices."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"However, air quality has been improving rapidly since yesterday (Sunday) and now the AQI stands at 350, and the wind direction has changed. In view of this, the CAQM decided to withdraw the phase four measures," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Due to the air pollution, the Delhi government had asked half of its staff to work from home, but now it has been revoked as the minister said that the offices will be back to working at full capacity from Monday.&nbsp;</p>

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New Delhi's Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, announced that the primary schools in India's capital city will reopen from Wednesday (November 9) as there is a slight improvement in the air quality in the region.

New Delhi's Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, announced that the primary schools in India's capital city will reopen from Wednesday (November 9) as there is a slight improvement in the air quality in the region. New Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said last week that the primary schools in the national capital would be closed because of the extremely poor air pollution, which is causing health hazards. Now, Rai has announced that the schools will re-open, and also a ban on open-air activities is being lifted. He further mentioned that the ban on truck entry has also been lifted. ALSO READ | Delhi air pollution is a 'disaster', a major and avoidable 'cause of death', expert tells WION WATCH | WION Climate Tracker | COP27 Summit: Egypt looks at developed nations to fulfil financial purpose × While addressing a media briefing on Monday, Rai said: "In Delhi, the pollution level had crossed 450 in the last few days, due to which CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management) had directed to implement phase four of the GRAP under which the entry of trucks was banned, primary schools were closed, 50 per cent work from home was instructed in government offices." "However, air quality has been improving rapidly since yesterday (Sunday) and now the AQI stands at 350, and the wind direction has changed. In view of this, the CAQM decided to withdraw the phase four measures," he added. Due to the air pollution, the Delhi government had asked half of its staff to work from home, but now it has been revoked as the minister said that the offices will be back to working at full capacity from Monday. 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. Regarding construction, Rai said that except for railway, metro, airport, defence, and hospital, all other construction work will be banned under phase three of the GRAP.

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<p>To some extent, examinations can be a headache for students, but giving a test twice can be irritating. A bizarre incident happened in the United States as more than 50 high school students in Texas might have to take the tests again after test papers were lost in transit as they apparently flew out of a UPS truck.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the US, the SAT is a standardised test that is widely used for college admissions across the nation. But some of the Texas high school students are in a state of confusion as their test papers are either flown out of the truck which was transporting them. They were lost or destroyed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US media outlets reported on Monday (November 7) that the incident related to El Paso Independent School District will impact the students of the school who took their SATs on October 27. The reports mentioned that the staff recovered all but 55 tests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The school told CNN that they are working on determining a "remedy" for those students who are impacted by the incident. The school also added that it is currently working with the College Board to find a solution.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted by media reports, the El Paso ISD officials stated: "El Paso ISD is working closely with the College Board to determine a remedy for the El Paso High School students whose SAT exams were lost in transit after they were securely submitted to UPS."&nbsp;</p>

<p>UPS apologised to the students and in a statement to CNN, it said that "our employees are working to recover as many tests as possible, and we will work with the school to resolve the situation."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The driver's actions in this case are not representative of UPS protocols and methods, and we are addressing this with him. Safely meeting our service commitments is UPS's first priority," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

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To some extent, examinations can be a headache for students, but giving a test twice can be irritating. A bizarre incident happened in the United States as more than 50 high school students in Texas might have to take the tests again after test papers were lost in transit as they apparently flew out of a UPS truck.

To some extent, examinations can be a headache for students, but giving a test twice can be irritating. A bizarre incident happened in the United States as more than 50 high school students in Texas might have to take the tests again after test papers were lost in transit as they apparently flew out of a UPS truck. In the US, the SAT is a standardised test that is widely used for college admissions across the nation. But some of the Texas high school students are in a state of confusion as their test papers are either flown out of the truck which was transporting them. They were lost or destroyed. US media outlets reported on Monday (November 7) that the incident related to El Paso Independent School District will impact the students of the school who took their SATs on October 27. The reports mentioned that the staff recovered all but 55 tests. The school told CNN that they are working on determining a "remedy" for those students who are impacted by the incident. The school also added that it is currently working with the College Board to find a solution. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: Are rich countries reluctant to pay compensation? × As quoted by media reports, the El Paso ISD officials stated: "El Paso ISD is working closely with the College Board to determine a remedy for the El Paso High School students whose SAT exams were lost in transit after they were securely submitted to UPS." UPS apologised to the students and in a statement to CNN, it said that "our employees are working to recover as many tests as possible, and we will work with the school to resolve the situation." "The driver's actions in this case are not representative of UPS protocols and methods, and we are addressing this with him. Safely meeting our service commitments is UPS's first priority," the statement added. As per the school district, those students whose papers are lost will be able to take the ACT on December 10 at no cost. It is also a standardised test used for college admissions in the US. 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>Jean-Pierre Ricard admitted on Monday (November 7) that he had abused a 14-year-old girl years ago. He also said he would withdraw from his functions. He was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A senior church body announced that a total of 11 former or serving French bishops have been accused of sexual violence, including Ricard who confessed to assaulting a minor 35 years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Ricard said: "Thirty-five years ago, when I was a parish priest, I behaved in a reprehensible way with a young girl aged 14. My behaviour has inevitably led to grave and lasting consequences for this person."&nbsp;</p>

<p>From 2001 to 2019, Ricard was a bishop in the southwest region of Bordeaux. After the shocking confession, he asked for forgiveness and further noted that he would withdraw from his functions. He also mentioned that he would be available for legal and other authorities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During a press conference, Eric de Moulins-Beaufort, who is the president of the Bishops' Conference of France, told reporters that all of the accused will face either prosecution or church disciplinary procedures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Of late, the Roman Catholic Church has been rocked by reports of sexual abuse violations around the world, often involving children, over the past 20 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2021, an independent probe found that French clergy had sexually abused more than 200,000 children over the past 70 years. The report also alleged that the Catholic Church had ignored such cases and reports previously.&nbsp;</p>

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Jean-Pierre Ricard admitted on Monday (November 7) that he had abused a 14-year-old girl years ago. He also said he would withdraw from his functions. He was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016.

Jean-Pierre Ricard admitted on Monday (November 7) that he had abused a 14-year-old girl years ago. He also said he would withdraw from his functions. He was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016. A senior church body announced that a total of 11 former or serving French bishops have been accused of sexual violence, including Ricard who confessed to assaulting a minor 35 years ago. In a statement, Ricard said: "Thirty-five years ago, when I was a parish priest, I behaved in a reprehensible way with a young girl aged 14. My behaviour has inevitably led to grave and lasting consequences for this person." From 2001 to 2019, Ricard was a bishop in the southwest region of Bordeaux. After the shocking confession, he asked for forgiveness and further noted that he would withdraw from his functions. He also mentioned that he would be available for legal and other authorities. WATCH | UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres: "We are on a highway to climate hell" × During a press conference, Eric de Moulins-Beaufort, who is the president of the Bishops' Conference of France, told reporters that all of the accused will face either prosecution or church disciplinary procedures. Of late, the Roman Catholic Church has been rocked by reports of sexual abuse violations around the world, often involving children, over the past 20 years. In 2021, an independent probe found that French clergy had sexually abused more than 200,000 children over the past 70 years. The report also alleged that the Catholic Church had ignored such cases and reports previously. 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>Britain's ministry of defence said that due to "low morale" and "reluctance to fight", the Russian forces have probably started deploying units threatening to shoot their own retreating soldiers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report by the ministry mentioned an intelligence report, which was released early this morning, referred to these Russian units as "barrier troops" or "blocking units" used to compel offensives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UK ministry of defence said in a statement: "Recently, Russian generals likely wanted their commanders to use weapons against deserters, including possibly authorising shooting to kill such defaulters after a warning had been given."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Generals also likely wanted to maintain defensive positions to the death. The tactic of shooting deserters likely attests to the low quality, low morale and indiscipline of Russian forces," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The United Kingdom has also blamed Russia for trying to maximise civilian hardships over winter. Neil Bush, who is the UK's Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), condemned Russia's missile attacks targeting Ukraine's critical infrastructure, and the impact on human lives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In UK's statement to the OSCE on Thursday, Bush said that millions across Ukraine faced power outages and in some cities and they lost water supply, in some cities including Kyiv, Dnipro and Zhytomyr.&nbsp;<br />
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He noted: "These have direct human costs. According to the head of the Kyiv regional hospital, all surgeries were cancelled, as surgeons could not sterilise their theatres or tools."&nbsp;</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Britain's ministry of defence said that due to "low morale" and "reluctance to fight", the Russian forces have probably started deploying units threatening to shoot their own retreating soldiers. The report by the ministry mentioned an intelligence report, which was released early this morning, referred to these Russian units as "barrier troops" or "blocking units" used to compel offensives. The UK ministry of defence said in a statement: "Recently, Russian generals likely wanted their commanders to use weapons against deserters, including possibly authorising shooting to kill such defaulters after a warning had been given." "Generals also likely wanted to maintain defensive positions to the death. The tactic of shooting deserters likely attests to the low quality, low morale and indiscipline of Russian forces," it added. ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine war: Putin says civilians 'should be removed' from Moscow-occupied Kherson Watch this in-depth report: × Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 04 November 2022 Find out more about the UK government's response: https://t.co/CWHuZrKery 🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/bYLF2ONZOR — Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 (@DefenceHQ) November 4, 2022 × ALSO READ | G7 coalition has agreed to set fixed price for Russian oil The United Kingdom has also blamed Russia for trying to maximise civilian hardships over winter. Neil Bush, who is the UK's Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), condemned Russia's missile attacks targeting Ukraine's critical infrastructure, and the impact on human lives. In UK's statement to the OSCE on Thursday, Bush said that millions across Ukraine faced power outages and in some cities and they lost water supply, in some cities including Kyiv, Dnipro and Zhytomyr. He noted: "These have direct human costs. According to the head of the Kyiv regional hospital, all surgeries were cancelled, as surgeons could not sterilise their theatres or tools." 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>As the air quality of the Delhi NCR region in India continues to worsen, the Delhi government on Friday asked half of its staff to work from home. Delhi's environment minister Gopal Rai announced that due to the severe air pollution, 50 per cent of government employees in Delhi will work from home.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister also noted that private workplaces would also receive a recommendation to adopt the standard of requesting 50 per cent of staff to work remotely. Rai further noted that the entry of trucks into the city is already prohibited aside from those transporting necessities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of India's capital New Delhi, said on Friday that the primary schools in the national capital would be closed from Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a press briefing, Kejriwal said that in secondary school students, outdoor activities would be restricted. The announcement regarding the schools comes a day after schools in the neighbouring city of Noida were told to hold online classes till November 8.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;India's national capital records AQI level of over 600&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Delhi CM said: "We're taking all steps to control the pollution situation. Meanwhile, we're shutting down all primary schools in Delhi from tomorrow till the situation improves.. Also, outdoor activities for all classes above Class 5 would be barred."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rai also mentioned that a six-person team of senior officials has been constituted to oversee all the anti-pollution efforts that have been enforced, and the revenue commissioners had been ordered to develop a strategy for staggered hours for markets and offices.&nbsp;</p>

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As the air quality of the Delhi NCR region in India continues to worsen, the Delhi government on Friday asked half of its staff to work from home. Delhi's environment minister Gopal Rai announced that due to the severe air pollution, 50 per cent of government employees in Delhi will work from home.

As the air quality of the Delhi NCR region in India continues to worsen, the Delhi government on Friday asked half of its staff to work from home. Delhi's environment minister Gopal Rai announced that due to the severe air pollution, 50 per cent of government employees in Delhi will work from home. The minister also noted that private workplaces would also receive a recommendation to adopt the standard of requesting 50 per cent of staff to work remotely. Rai further noted that the entry of trucks into the city is already prohibited aside from those transporting necessities. ALSO READ | Delhi pollution crisis: Primary schools closed, odd-even traffic rationing may come back Meanwhile, Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of India's capital New Delhi, said on Friday that the primary schools in the national capital would be closed from Saturday. During a press briefing, Kejriwal said that in secondary school students, outdoor activities would be restricted. The announcement regarding the schools comes a day after schools in the neighbouring city of Noida were told to hold online classes till November 8. ALSO READ | India's national capital records AQI level of over 600 × Delhi CM said: "We're taking all steps to control the pollution situation. Meanwhile, we're shutting down all primary schools in Delhi from tomorrow till the situation improves.. Also, outdoor activities for all classes above Class 5 would be barred." Rai also mentioned that a six-person team of senior officials has been constituted to oversee all the anti-pollution efforts that have been enforced, and the revenue commissioners had been ordered to develop a strategy for staggered hours for markets and offices. Pollution के ख़िलाफ़ Kejriwal Govt के अहम फ़ैसले- 🔹Delhi में Trucks की Entry Ban 🔹मध्यम Diesel गाड़ियां Ban 🔹Essential Services Allowed हम Peripheral Expressway के Entry Point पर ही गाड़ियों को Divert करने के लिए UP और Haryana के CMs को पत्र लिख रहे हैं। - @AapKaGopalRai pic.twitter.com/XTcZK0AqJ7 — AAP (@AamAadmiParty) November 4, 2022 × 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.

Delhi-NCR air pollution: Government asks 50% employees to work from home, shuts primary schools

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