After decades of increasing economic integration, a significant deterioration in international relations could lower global economic output by up to 7 per cent, according to a Bloomberg report, based on a new staff analysis from the International Monetary Fund.

That report came ahead of the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Annual Summit, which kicked off in Davos's Swiss ski resort town on Monday. The WEF summit is the biggest congregation of global leaders in a post-pandemic world.

The meeting calls on leaders from across the globe to address the immediate economic, energy and food crises while laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient world.

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But the IMF says the losses in individual countries might reach 8–12 per cent&nbsp;if technology is also disconnected from an ever-increasing fragmented global economy.

According to the IMF, even minor fragmentation might reduce the global GDP by 0.2 per cent.

But the IMF said further research is required to understand the anticipated costs to the monetary system worldwide and the Global Financial Safety Net (GFSN).

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The IMF note, published late on Sunday, said that following the global financial crisis of 2008–2009 and an increase in trade barriers observed in the years after, global flows of goods and capital had bottomed out.

"The COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine have further tested international relations and increased scepticism about the benefits of globalization," the IMF staff report noted.

In addition to helping low-income consumers in rich economies through lower costs, the report claimed that expanding trade linkages had significantly reduced global poverty for years.

The unravelling of trade links "would most adversely impact low-income countries and less well-off consumers in advanced economies," according to IMF staff analysis.

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Cross-border movement restrictions would reduce remittances in migrant-sending nations while depriving host economies of important talents.

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) would decrease with reduced capital flows, and the provision of essential global public goods would be in danger with decreased international cooperation.

Additionally, it might make it more difficult to resolve upcoming sovereign debt crises and impair the ability of the international community to assist nations in need, said IMF.

"With less international risk-sharing, (global economic fragmentation) could lead to higher macroeconomic volatility, more severe crises, and greater pressures on national buffers," according to the staff report.

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After decades of increasing economic integration, a significant deterioration in international relations could lower global economic output by up to 7 per cent, according to a Bloomberg report, based on a new staff analysis from the International Monetary Fund.

After decades of increasing economic integration, a significant deterioration in international relations could lower global economic output by up to 7 per cent, according to a Bloomberg report, based on a new staff analysis from the International Monetary Fund. That report came ahead of the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Annual Summit, which kicked off in Davos's Swiss ski resort town on Monday. The WEF summit is the biggest congregation of global leaders in a post-pandemic world. The meeting calls on leaders from across the globe to address the immediate economic, energy and food crises while laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient world. Also read | Global central banks' credibility at risk over rising inflation: Raghuram Rajan But the IMF says the losses in individual countries might reach 8–12 per cent if technology is also disconnected from an ever-increasing fragmented global economy. According to the IMF, even minor fragmentation might reduce the global GDP by 0.2 per cent. But the IMF said further research is required to understand the anticipated costs to the monetary system worldwide and the Global Financial Safety Net (GFSN). Watch |World Business Watch: IMF warns of deteriorating trade relations globally The IMF note, published late on Sunday, said that following the global financial crisis of 2008–2009 and an increase in trade barriers observed in the years after, global flows of goods and capital had bottomed out. "The COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine have further tested international relations and increased scepticism about the benefits of globalization," the IMF staff report noted. In addition to helping low-income consumers in rich economies through lower costs, the report claimed that expanding trade linkages had significantly reduced global poverty for years. The unravelling of trade links "would most adversely impact low-income countries and less well-off consumers in advanced economies," according to IMF staff analysis. Also read | Third of global economy to face recession in 2023, warns IMF head Cross-border movement restrictions would reduce remittances in migrant-sending nations while depriving host economies of important talents. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) would decrease with reduced capital flows, and the provision of essential global public goods would be in danger with decreased international cooperation. Additionally, it might make it more difficult to resolve upcoming sovereign debt crises and impair the ability of the international community to assist nations in need, said IMF. "With less international risk-sharing, (global economic fragmentation) could lead to higher macroeconomic volatility, more severe crises, and greater pressures on national buffers," according to the staff report. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

IMF warns deteriorating international relations could cut global output by 7%

The Brazilian Supreme Court on Friday permitted the authorities to include former prime minister Jair Bolsonaro in its investigation of the&nbsp;January 8 riots. In other news,&nbsp;at least nine people have been killed, after a major storm system-induced series of tornadoes barreled through parts of Georgia and Alabama in the US. Meanwhile, a&nbsp;senior US lawmaker has opposed Biden administration's plans to sell USD 20 billion worth of F-16 fighter jets to Turkiye, Reuters said quoting sources. Finally, the audio streaming platform, Spotify was down for over 38,000 users, an outage tracking website claimed.&nbsp;

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Justice Alexandre de Moraes accepted the request from the&nbsp;Attorney General's Office to include Bolsonaro who has been strongly linked to orchestrating the events in the capital city of Brasilia last Sunday.&nbsp;

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Turkiye, a member of NATO, has requested the purchase of 40 Lockheed Martin Corp F-16 fighter jets and about 80 modernisation kits for its current warplanes.

The Biden administration has said it supports the sale and has been in touch for months with Congress on an informal basis to win its approval. However, it has failed so far to secure a green light.

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The National Weather Service (NWS) &nbsp;said that the suspected tornado damage was reported across at least 14 counties in Alabama and 14 in Georgia where the temperatures were forecast to plunge below freezing overnight, reported Associated Press. At least seven people have been killed in central Alabama’s Autauga County and two others&nbsp;including a five-year-old boy&nbsp;in Georgia said, officials.&nbsp;

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Users complained that the music suddenly stopped&nbsp;playing and&nbsp;that they could not log in again.

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The Brazilian Supreme Court on Friday permitted the authorities to include former prime minister Jair Bolsonaro in its investigation of the January 8 riots. In other news, at least nine people have been killed, after a major storm system-induced series of tornadoes barreled through parts of Georgia and Alabama in the US.

The Brazilian Supreme Court on Friday permitted the authorities to include former prime minister Jair Bolsonaro in its investigation of the January 8 riots. In other news, at least nine people have been killed, after a major storm system-induced series of tornadoes barreled through parts of Georgia and Alabama in the US. Meanwhile, a senior US lawmaker has opposed Biden administration's plans to sell USD 20 billion worth of F-16 fighter jets to Turkiye, Reuters said quoting sources. Finally, the audio streaming platform, Spotify was down for over 38,000 users, an outage tracking website claimed. Click on the headlines to read more: Brazil Supreme Court allows authorities to include Jair Bolsonaro in January 8 riots probe Justice Alexandre de Moraes accepted the request from the Attorney General's Office to include Bolsonaro who has been strongly linked to orchestrating the events in the capital city of Brasilia last Sunday. US lawmaker strongly objects to F-16 sale to Turkiye Turkiye, a member of NATO, has requested the purchase of 40 Lockheed Martin Corp F-16 fighter jets and about 80 modernisation kits for its current warplanes. The Biden administration has said it supports the sale and has been in touch for months with Congress on an informal basis to win its approval. However, it has failed so far to secure a green light. US: At least nine killed after major storm sweeps through parts of Alabama, Georgia The National Weather Service (NWS) said that the suspected tornado damage was reported across at least 14 counties in Alabama and 14 in Georgia where the temperatures were forecast to plunge below freezing overnight, reported Associated Press. At least seven people have been killed in central Alabama’s Autauga County and two others including a five-year-old boy in Georgia said, officials. 'Fix it, fix it': Audio streaming platform Spotify down for over 38,000 users, netizens freak out Users complained that the music suddenly stopped playing and that they could not log in again. Watch | Gravitas Global Headlines: XBB.1.5 could be dominant in Europe soon

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The audio streaming app, Spotify, was down for thousands of users, an outage tracking website claimed. Downdectector.com claimed that over 38,000 users mostly from the United States were affected at the peak of this disruption on Friday night.&nbsp;

Users complained that the music suddenly stopped&nbsp;playing and&nbsp;that they could not&nbsp;log in again.

With over 116k followers, Downdetector on Twitter said, "User reports indicate Spotify is having problems since 7:41 PM EST. http://downdetector.com/status/spotify/ RT if you're also having problems #Spotifydown."

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Responding to the post many users tweeted sharing their problems.&nbsp;

One user said, "Still not fixed." While others said, "Fix it fix it fix it fix it."

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Songs are stopping 20 to 30 seconds into play
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A user commented that when the app was not working, he reinstalled the app but it still won't play music.&nbsp;

Acknowledging the issue, the music streaming platform on Twitter said, "Something’s not quite right, and we’re looking into it. Thanks for your reports!"

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that's a relief lol. i was goin crazy. i deleted the app, restarted the phone, did a software update... bahaha
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The last time when a wide outage was noticed for Spotify, Google cloud was found to be the problem, but this time as of now, no information has been given.&nbsp;

Downdetector is an expert website which tracks outages of different apps, and social media platforms through various ranges of sources including reports.

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The audio streaming app, Spotify, was down for thousands of users, an outage tracking website claimed. Downdectector.com claimed that over 38,000 users mostly from the United States were affected at the peak of this disruption on Friday night.

The audio streaming app, Spotify, was down for thousands of users, an outage tracking website claimed. Downdectector.com claimed that over 38,000 users mostly from the United States were affected at the peak of this disruption on Friday night. Users complained that the music suddenly stopped playing and that they could not log in again. With over 116k followers, Downdetector on Twitter said, "User reports indicate Spotify is having problems since 7:41 PM EST. http://downdetector.com/status/spotify/ RT if you're also having problems #Spotifydown." User reports indicate Spotify is having problems since 7:41 PM EST. https://t.co/1vfaUWB1XE RT if you're also having problems #Spotifydown — Downdetector (@downdetector) January 14, 2023 × Responding to the post many users tweeted sharing their problems. One user said, "Still not fixed." While others said, "Fix it fix it fix it fix it." Songs are stopping 20 to 30 seconds into play — Paul Vieira (@paulvieira) January 14, 2023 × Another said, "Mine is down." Nothing works — Christopher Brown ('Sun-Pinned Leaves') (@SunPinnedLeaves) January 14, 2023 × A user commented that when the app was not working, he reinstalled the app but it still won't play music. Acknowledging the issue, the music streaming platform on Twitter said, "Something’s not quite right, and we’re looking into it. Thanks for your reports!" Something’s not quite right, and we’re looking into it. Thanks for your reports! — Spotify Status (@SpotifyStatus) January 14, 2023 × that's a relief lol. i was goin crazy. i deleted the app, restarted the phone, did a software update... bahaha — komodo slizzard (@komodoslizzard) January 14, 2023 × A user sharing a meme tweeted: pic.twitter.com/R1nzRDlRZG — Gustavo (@Gustavo_bean3r) January 14, 2023 × The last time when a wide outage was noticed for Spotify, Google cloud was found to be the problem, but this time as of now, no information has been given. Downdetector is an expert website which tracks outages of different apps, and social media platforms through various ranges of sources including reports. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'Fix it, fix it': Audio streaming platform Spotify down for over 38,000 users, netizens freak out

Two relief groups on Friday said that&nbsp;airstrikes conducted by Myanmar's junta killed five civilians and destroyed two churches. The villages are mostly inhabited by ethnic Karen. Among the fatalities reported, included a mother and her two-year-old daughter. A day earlier, similar airstrikes were conducted, which killed a pastor of a Baptist church, and two others, Karen Womens' Organisations said. A mother-child due was injured in the airstrike.

In a statement, Karen women's group said, "Airstrikes are killing civilians and destroying homes, medical centers, churches, schools, libraries, and monasteries."

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Karen is one of the most established ethnic minority rebel forces living in the eastern part of Myanmar.&nbsp;

Karen has been fighting for their great autonomy from the central government. Fighting between the group and the junta increased since Feb 2021, after the army seized power.&nbsp;

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The group earlier this week in its statement said that almost 460 civilians, including children, men and women have lost their lives due to the military's repeated airstrikes.&nbsp;

One strike was conducted over the Lay Wah village, and the Free Burma Ranger saw the jets flying over the place. Another bomb was conducted over Paw Khee Lah, where a woman and her child were injured.&nbsp;

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Two relief groups on Friday said that airstrikes conducted by Myanmar's junta killed five civilians and destroyed two churches. The villages are mostly inhabited by ethnic Karen.

Two relief groups on Friday said that airstrikes conducted by Myanmar's junta killed five civilians and destroyed two churches. The villages are mostly inhabited by ethnic Karen. Among the fatalities reported, included a mother and her two-year-old daughter. A day earlier, similar airstrikes were conducted, which killed a pastor of a Baptist church, and two others, Karen Womens' Organisations said. A mother-child due was injured in the airstrike. In a statement, Karen women's group said, "Airstrikes are killing civilians and destroying homes, medical centers, churches, schools, libraries, and monasteries." Also read | Myanmar junta claims white elephant as good omen, legitimacy for its rule Karen is one of the most established ethnic minority rebel forces living in the eastern part of Myanmar. Karen has been fighting for their great autonomy from the central government. Fighting between the group and the junta increased since Feb 2021, after the army seized power. Also read | In photos: Myanmar junta celebrates Independence Day; to free 7,012 prisoners The group earlier this week in its statement said that almost 460 civilians, including children, men and women have lost their lives due to the military's repeated airstrikes. One strike was conducted over the Lay Wah village, and the Free Burma Ranger saw the jets flying over the place. Another bomb was conducted over Paw Khee Lah, where a woman and her child were injured. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Myanmar Junta airstrikes kills five civilians including an infant, says relief groups 

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro's love for high living&nbsp;and ice cream has been revealed after the new government revealed his spending account details on Thursday. Bolsonaro, who lost his re-election in October had once claimed that he never withdrew or spent a "single penny" of the corporate credit given to him and his close aides. In contrast, out of the 10 biggest expenses, nine payments were made at the hotel in Guaruja, where Bolsonaro liked to spend his weekends.

The data showed that the corporate cards were used at the pet shop, pharmacies and dozens of ice cream parlours. As per the details, almost £1,300 ($1,409) was spent on ice cream alone.&nbsp;

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Despite his objection to a 100-year ban on his spending records, the new government released data of the last four presidencies dating right back to 2003, Guardian reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The spending details were broken down by date, amount, name and where the money was spent and the category of the money paid.&nbsp;

It showed that most of the money during Bolsonaro's presidency was spent on hotels and food.

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At hotels, over 12,000 reais (£2000) or $2,168 were&nbsp;spent on steak at a restaurant, and more than 50,000 reais ($9,811) at a Rio de Janeiro bakery.&nbsp;

The corporate cards are supposed to be used for either urgent expenses or some small purchases, however, the details showed that card was also spent on hunting, fishing, sports equipment and even sheets and bedding.&nbsp;

Even though Bolsonaro faced criticism for&nbsp;his spending of a total of 32 million reais ($6.27 million) when adjusted for inflation, which is less than the current President&nbsp;Lula's&nbsp;both terms in total.&nbsp;

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Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro's love for high living and ice cream has been revealed after the new government revealed his spending account details on Thursday.

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro's love for high living and ice cream has been revealed after the new government revealed his spending account details on Thursday. Bolsonaro, who lost his re-election in October had once claimed that he never withdrew or spent a "single penny" of the corporate credit given to him and his close aides. In contrast, out of the 10 biggest expenses, nine payments were made at the hotel in Guaruja, where Bolsonaro liked to spend his weekends. The data showed that the corporate cards were used at the pet shop, pharmacies and dozens of ice cream parlours. As per the details, almost £1,300 ($1,409) was spent on ice cream alone. Also read | Brazil Supreme Court allows authorities to include Jair Bolsonaro in January 8 riots probe Despite his objection to a 100-year ban on his spending records, the new government released data of the last four presidencies dating right back to 2003, Guardian reported. The spending details were broken down by date, amount, name and where the money was spent and the category of the money paid. It showed that most of the money during Bolsonaro's presidency was spent on hotels and food. Also read | US and Brazil lawmakers to join forces to investigate Brasilia riots: Report At hotels, over 12,000 reais (£2000) or $2,168 were spent on steak at a restaurant, and more than 50,000 reais ($9,811) at a Rio de Janeiro bakery. The corporate cards are supposed to be used for either urgent expenses or some small purchases, however, the details showed that card was also spent on hunting, fishing, sports equipment and even sheets and bedding. Even though Bolsonaro faced criticism for his spending of a total of 32 million reais ($6.27 million) when adjusted for inflation, which is less than the current President Lula's both terms in total. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro's spending records show his love of high living, splurge on ice cream

At least three police personnel were killed in an overnight terror attack at a police station in Peshawar, Pakistan. Geo News reported that the assault was launched by terrorists in the region. The senior superintendent of police, operations, Kashif Aftab said that the police station came under attack with grenades and sniper guns fitted with night vision thermal goggles.&nbsp;

Among the policemen killed in the terror attack included DSP Badaber Sardar Hussein and his two guards&nbsp;Irshad and Jehanzeb. They all received gunshot wounds to their heads and bodies.&nbsp;

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The SSP Operation said that&nbsp;the police station was attacked from two to three sides. He said that at least six to eight terrorists were involved in the attack on the 12 to 14 policemen, he said.&nbsp;

He added that the terrorist lobbed five hand grenades into the compound. Four out of five were neutralised and one blew up.&nbsp;

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The police official also said that the terrorist managed to flee&nbsp;after the attack.

The investigation has&nbsp;started and efforts are being made to track down the attackers, but&nbsp; there were no reports any arrests or killing of terrorists.&nbsp;

Pakistan has been witnessing an increase in terror attacks across the country. In mid-December, a clash erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after a troop opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one, and injuring 12.

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At least three police personnel were killed in an overnight terror attack at a police station in Peshawar, Pakistan. Geo News reported that the assault was launched by terrorists in the region.

At least three police personnel were killed in an overnight terror attack at a police station in Peshawar, Pakistan. Geo News reported that the assault was launched by terrorists in the region. The senior superintendent of police, operations, Kashif Aftab said that the police station came under attack with grenades and sniper guns fitted with night vision thermal goggles. Among the policemen killed in the terror attack included DSP Badaber Sardar Hussein and his two guards Irshad and Jehanzeb. They all received gunshot wounds to their heads and bodies. Also read | Islamabad responds to allegations of Indian woman accusing Pakistan High Commission staffer of misconduct The SSP Operation said that the police station was attacked from two to three sides. He said that at least six to eight terrorists were involved in the attack on the 12 to 14 policemen, he said. He added that the terrorist lobbed five hand grenades into the compound. Four out of five were neutralised and one blew up. Also read | Pakistan’s media watchdog cracks down on cable operators airing Indian content The police official also said that the terrorist managed to flee after the attack. The investigation has started and efforts are being made to track down the attackers, but there were no reports any arrests or killing of terrorists. Pakistan has been witnessing an increase in terror attacks across the country. In mid-December, a clash erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after a troop opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one, and injuring 12. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Indian National Congress (INC), MP Santokh Singh Chaudhary died due to a heart attack on Saturday morning while taking part in the ongoing Bharat Jodo Yatra in the northern state of Punjab in India. The 76-year-old veteran leader passed away on Saturday (January 14) morning.&nbsp;The Congress MP collapsed during a foot march in Punjab's Phillaur. He was immediately taken to the hospital in Phagwara in an ambulance, but he did not survive.&nbsp;After Chaudhary's demise, the Congress party temporarily&nbsp;suspended the yatra for the day.

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is leading the Bharat Jodo Yatra, rushed to the hospital where the veteran Congress leader was admitted. He is later expected to visit Chaudhary's family in the afternoon, NDTV reported.&nbsp;

In a tweet, Gandhi said that Chaudhary was a down-to-earth&nbsp;hardworking leader, a pious person and a strong pillar of the Congress family.&nbsp; 
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Extending her condolences to Chaudhary's family, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the general secretary of the Indian National Congress in a tweet said, "Deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of Jalandhar MP Shri Santokh Singh Chowdhary. Shri Santokh Singh ji was a dedicated leader and true public servant for the Congress ideology. His death has caused an irreparable loss to the Indian National Congress."

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Other Congress leaders&nbsp;also offered their condolences.

Mallikarjun Kharge, president of the Indian National Congress expressing his condolence&nbsp;in a tweet, said, "Deeply shocked and saddened to learn about the untimely passing away of our MP, Shri Santokh Singh Chaudhary."&nbsp;

He added that his loss is a great blow to the Congress party and the organisation.

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh tweeted, "Santokh Singh Chaudhary, aged 76, Congress MP from Jalandhar, passed away from a sudden cardiac arrest during the Bharat Jodo Yatra this morning."

Extending his condolences, Ramesh also said that the new schedule for the yatra will be shared soon.&nbsp;

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Chaudhary won the Lok Sabha elections twice, in 2014 and 2019.&nbsp; 
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Indian National Congress (INC), MP Santokh Singh Chaudhary died due to a heart attack on Saturday morning while taking part in the ongoing Bharat Jodo Yatra in the northern state of Punjab in India.

Indian National Congress (INC), MP Santokh Singh Chaudhary died due to a heart attack on Saturday morning while taking part in the ongoing Bharat Jodo Yatra in the northern state of Punjab in India. The 76-year-old veteran leader passed away on Saturday (January 14) morning. The Congress MP collapsed during a foot march in Punjab's Phillaur. He was immediately taken to the hospital in Phagwara in an ambulance, but he did not survive. After Chaudhary's demise, the Congress party temporarily suspended the yatra for the day. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is leading the Bharat Jodo Yatra, rushed to the hospital where the veteran Congress leader was admitted. He is later expected to visit Chaudhary's family in the afternoon, NDTV reported. In a tweet, Gandhi said that Chaudhary was a down-to-earth hardworking leader, a pious person and a strong pillar of the Congress family. Extending her condolences to Chaudhary's family, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the general secretary of the Indian National Congress in a tweet said, "Deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of Jalandhar MP Shri Santokh Singh Chowdhary. Shri Santokh Singh ji was a dedicated leader and true public servant for the Congress ideology. His death has caused an irreparable loss to the Indian National Congress." Other Congress leaders also offered their condolences. Mallikarjun Kharge, president of the Indian National Congress expressing his condolence in a tweet, said, "Deeply shocked and saddened to learn about the untimely passing away of our MP, Shri Santokh Singh Chaudhary." He added that his loss is a great blow to the Congress party and the organisation. Deeply shocked and saddened to learn about the untimely passing away of our MP, Shri Santokh Singh Chaudhary. His loss is a great blow to the party and organisation. In this hour of grief, my heart goes out to his family, friends and followers. May his soul rest in peace. — Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) January 14, 2023 × Congress leader Jairam Ramesh tweeted, "Santokh Singh Chaudhary, aged 76, Congress MP from Jalandhar, passed away from a sudden cardiac arrest during the Bharat Jodo Yatra this morning." Extending his condolences, Ramesh also said that the new schedule for the yatra will be shared soon. Chaudhary won the Lok Sabha elections twice, in 2014 and 2019. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Congress MP Santokh Singh Chaudhary dies of cardiac arrest during Bharat Jodo Yatra, march temporarily paused

Apple Inc. Chief Executive Tim Cook's compensation for the current fiscal year will be less than last year and will be more influenced by how the shares of the iPhone maker perform compared to its market counterparts.

In a rare move, the CEO's pay target was set at $49 million, over 40 per cent lower than his 2022 compensation, as part of investor guidance and a request from Cook, approved by the shareholders last year.

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As part of the pay change for the current fiscal, the percentage of stock awarded to Cook and tied to Apple's performance will also increase to 75 per cent from 50 per cent last year.

Indeed, he received $75 million in stock awards from Apple for the previous fiscal that ended in September 2022, with half of that dependent on the performance of Apple's stock.

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Cook's stock award objective for the upcoming fiscal year was lowered to $40 million, with $30 million of the total contingent on share performance.

According to the company's securities filings, Cook received $99.4 million in salary for the previous fiscal that ended in September 2022, a small increase from the $98.7 million he received the year before.

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Apple Inc. Chief Executive Tim Cook's compensation for the current fiscal year will be less than last year and will be more influenced by how the shares of the iPhone maker perform compared to its market counterparts.

Apple Inc. Chief Executive Tim Cook's compensation for the current fiscal year will be less than last year and will be more influenced by how the shares of the iPhone maker perform compared to its market counterparts. In a rare move, the CEO's pay target was set at $49 million, over 40 per cent lower than his 2022 compensation, as part of investor guidance and a request from Cook, approved by the shareholders last year. Watch | World Business Watch: Apple's Tim Cook takes rare CEO pay cut As part of the pay change for the current fiscal, the percentage of stock awarded to Cook and tied to Apple's performance will also increase to 75 per cent from 50 per cent last year. Indeed, he received $75 million in stock awards from Apple for the previous fiscal that ended in September 2022, with half of that dependent on the performance of Apple's stock. Also read | Is Apple going back on its word? Touchscreen for Macs as early as 2025 Cook's stock award objective for the upcoming fiscal year was lowered to $40 million, with $30 million of the total contingent on share performance. According to the company's securities filings, Cook received $99.4 million in salary for the previous fiscal that ended in September 2022, a small increase from the $98.7 million he received the year before. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Apple CEO Tim Cook takes a 40% pay cut, stock performance to drive his compensation

Vodafone is planning to make its biggest round of job cuts in five years as the British telecom group seeks to rein in costs and revive its lagging performance, according to Reuters, quoting a Financial Times report.

Vodafone is looking to shed several hundred jobs, most of which will be at its headquarters in London.

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In November, the company said it would cut over $1 billion in costs by 2026 after it announced that the group's profits had slipped in the year's first half.

Vodafone employs about 104,000 workers globally, including 9,400 in the UK.

The last few tough years have led to a sharp drop in the valuations of some of the leading telecom groups.

That includes British Telecom and Vodafone in the UK, Telefónica in Spain and Orange in France.

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Vodafone's business in India has also been under pressure over the last few years, despite the government converting a large part of the company's debt into equity and staring at an uncertain future.

Reuters had reported earlier this month the loss-making Vodafone Idea, the Indian arm of the company, had asked local banks for at least $846 million in emergency liquidity. Domestic banks, though, were hesitant to offer new loans.

To continue operating, the corporation needs money.

But before providing the indebted operator with additional funding, the lenders will hold off until either a capital increase by its major shareholders — the UK-based Vodafone Group and the regional investor Aditya Birla Group — or a debt-to-equity conversion by the government, according to sources who spoke to Reuters.

"Without that (capital injection), it looks difficult for the company to...survive," a top official at a state-owned bank told Reuters.

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Vodafone is planning to make its biggest round of job cuts in five years as the British telecom group seeks to rein in costs and revive its lagging performance, according to Reuters, quoting a Financial Times report.

Vodafone is planning to make its biggest round of job cuts in five years as the British telecom group seeks to rein in costs and revive its lagging performance, according to Reuters, quoting a Financial Times report. Vodafone is looking to shed several hundred jobs, most of which will be at its headquarters in London. Also read | Indian regulator greenlights govt proposal to convert Vodafone Idea's $1.92 billion dues into equity In November, the company said it would cut over $1 billion in costs by 2026 after it announced that the group's profits had slipped in the year's first half. Vodafone employs about 104,000 workers globally, including 9,400 in the UK. The last few tough years have led to a sharp drop in the valuations of some of the leading telecom groups. That includes British Telecom and Vodafone in the UK, Telefónica in Spain and Orange in France. Also read | Vodafone, Hutchison in talks to merge UK ops Vodafone's business in India has also been under pressure over the last few years, despite the government converting a large part of the company's debt into equity and staring at an uncertain future. Reuters had reported earlier this month the loss-making Vodafone Idea, the Indian arm of the company, had asked local banks for at least $846 million in emergency liquidity. Domestic banks, though, were hesitant to offer new loans. To continue operating, the corporation needs money. But before providing the indebted operator with additional funding, the lenders will hold off until either a capital increase by its major shareholders — the UK-based Vodafone Group and the regional investor Aditya Birla Group — or a debt-to-equity conversion by the government, according to sources who spoke to Reuters. "Without that (capital injection), it looks difficult for the company to...survive," a top official at a state-owned bank told Reuters. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Vodafone plans hundreds of job cuts, the biggest round of layoffs in 5 years

Subway is considering to sell its company, according to Reuters, quoting a source, a day after the Wall Street Journal reported the sandwich chain might get more than $10 billion.

The process is at an early stage and is anticipated to draw potential corporate bidders and private equity groups, according to the Wall Street Journal report, which also noted Subway might not go through the sale or strike any other deal.

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In an emailed statement, "as a privately held company, we don't comment on ownership structure and business plans," a Subway spokesperson told Reuters.

Subway, One of the biggest quick-service restaurant brands in the world, operates more than 37,000 restaurants in over 100 countries.

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The two founding generations of the business, situated in Milford, Connecticut and famous for its foot-long sandwiches, have owned it for over 50 years.

According to media reports from 2021, Subway was tidying itself in preparation for a sale, but the restaurant business had refuted those claims.

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Subway is considering to sell its company, according to Reuters, quoting a source, a day after the Wall Street Journal reported the sandwich chain might get more than $10 billion.

Subway is considering to sell its company, according to Reuters, quoting a source, a day after the Wall Street Journal reported the sandwich chain might get more than $10 billion. The process is at an early stage and is anticipated to draw potential corporate bidders and private equity groups, according to the Wall Street Journal report, which also noted Subway might not go through the sale or strike any other deal. Watch | World Business Watch: Global sandwich chain Subway heading for sale In an emailed statement, "as a privately held company, we don't comment on ownership structure and business plans," a Subway spokesperson told Reuters. Subway, One of the biggest quick-service restaurant brands in the world, operates more than 37,000 restaurants in over 100 countries. Also read | New York subway station gunman pleads guilty to terrorism charges The two founding generations of the business, situated in Milford, Connecticut and famous for its foot-long sandwiches, have owned it for over 50 years. According to media reports from 2021, Subway was tidying itself in preparation for a sale, but the restaurant business had refuted those claims. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Fast-Food Chain Subway gears up for sale, to be valued at over $10 billion: Reports

Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns.&nbsp;The ban on the use of the Chinese app&nbsp;in the United States has widened. A few days back, New Jersey, Arkansas and Ohio banned the app, adding their names along with over 20 more states.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signing the order of ban said, "In the digital age, defending our state’s technology and cybersecurity infrastructure and protecting digital privacy have to be a top priority for us as a state."

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The state governor added that along with&nbsp;banning the Chinese social media app, he is also banning vendors, products, and services from nine companies, including Huawei Technologies, Tencent Holdings, and ZTE Corporation, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

While Roy Cooper, North Carolina's governor signed an order directing the officials to develop a policy with 14 days to prohibit the use of Chinese apps including TikTok, and WeChat.

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The call to ban TikTok was fuelled after Christopher Wray, the FBI director in November last year said that the app poses a national security threat. Wray also said that through the app, the Chinese government can influence users or control their devices.&nbsp;

In response to this, the social media app said that it's "disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies that will do nothing to advance cybersecurity in their states and are based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok."

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For the last three years, the app has been trying to assure Washington that the private data of US citizens cannot be manipulated by the Chinese government or any other influence.&nbsp;

In December, US President Joe Biden signed into law a funding bill that includes banning the use or download of TikTok by government employees.&nbsp;

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Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns. The ban on the use of the Chinese app in the United States has widened.

Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns. The ban on the use of the Chinese app in the United States has widened. A few days back, New Jersey, Arkansas and Ohio banned the app, adding their names along with over 20 more states. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signing the order of ban said, "In the digital age, defending our state’s technology and cybersecurity infrastructure and protecting digital privacy have to be a top priority for us as a state." Also read | TikTok fined $5.4 million by France for 'cookies' related issues The state governor added that along with banning the Chinese social media app, he is also banning vendors, products, and services from nine companies, including Huawei Technologies, Tencent Holdings, and ZTE Corporation, Reuters reported. While Roy Cooper, North Carolina's governor signed an order directing the officials to develop a policy with 14 days to prohibit the use of Chinese apps including TikTok, and WeChat. Watch | Gravitas: Tiktokers 'rage applying' to new jobs The call to ban TikTok was fuelled after Christopher Wray, the FBI director in November last year said that the app poses a national security threat. Wray also said that through the app, the Chinese government can influence users or control their devices. In response to this, the social media app said that it's "disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies that will do nothing to advance cybersecurity in their states and are based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok." Also read | New Jersey and Ohio also ban TikTok on government-owned devices For the last three years, the app has been trying to assure Washington that the private data of US citizens cannot be manipulated by the Chinese government or any other influence. In December, US President Joe Biden signed into law a funding bill that includes banning the use or download of TikTok by government employees. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Wisconsin and North Carolina ban TikTok on government-owned devices

In a letter to US President Joe Biden on Thursday, 41 Democrats including some top members have demanded&nbsp;to cancel any US visa held by former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro in the wake of recent violence in the country by his supporters. The letter was led by Republicans Joaquin Ctaro of Texas, Ruben Gallego of Arizona Gregory Meeks from New York and Susan Wild of Pennsylvania.

In a letter calling on the government to support the democracy and rule of law in Brazil, it read, "Furthermore, we must not allow Mr. Bolsonaro or any other former Brazilian officials to take refuge in the United States to escape justice for any crimes they may have committed when in office," Reuters quoted.&nbsp;

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Bolsonaro flew to the US on December 30, two days before his presidential term ended. After his departure, leftist President Lula da Silva took office, prompting his&nbsp;supporters to ransack Brazil's Congress, presidential palace and Supreme Court on Sunday.&nbsp;

Bolsonaro on his social media said that he soon will be leaving for Brazil but couldn't due to medical reasons. he also denied any role in the violence and said that the rioters "crossed the line."

US President Joe Biden along with other world leaders condemned the violence in Brazil.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-and-brazil-lawmakers-to-join-forces-to-investigate-brasilia-riots-report-551722">Also read |&nbsp;US and Brazil lawmakers to join forces to investigate Brasilia riots: Report</a>

Antony Blinken on Wednesday said that the administration has not yet received specific requests from Brazil on Bolsonaro.&nbsp;

Till now no response from US State Department or even the White House has been made on the visa.&nbsp;The State Department, however, has repeatedly said that it does not discuss specific visa cases.

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In a letter to US President Joe Biden on Thursday, 41 Democrats including some top members have demanded to cancel any US visa held by former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro in the wake of recent violence in the country by his supporters.

In a letter to US President Joe Biden on Thursday, 41 Democrats including some top members have demanded to cancel any US visa held by former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro in the wake of recent violence in the country by his supporters. The letter was led by Republicans Joaquin Ctaro of Texas, Ruben Gallego of Arizona Gregory Meeks from New York and Susan Wild of Pennsylvania. In a letter calling on the government to support the democracy and rule of law in Brazil, it read, "Furthermore, we must not allow Mr. Bolsonaro or any other former Brazilian officials to take refuge in the United States to escape justice for any crimes they may have committed when in office," Reuters quoted. Also read | ‘Mega-protest’: Brazil government gears up for fresh pro-Bolsonaro demonstrations, security beefed up Bolsonaro flew to the US on December 30, two days before his presidential term ended. After his departure, leftist President Lula da Silva took office, prompting his supporters to ransack Brazil's Congress, presidential palace and Supreme Court on Sunday. Bolsonaro on his social media said that he soon will be leaving for Brazil but couldn't due to medical reasons. he also denied any role in the violence and said that the rioters "crossed the line." US President Joe Biden along with other world leaders condemned the violence in Brazil. Also read | US and Brazil lawmakers to join forces to investigate Brasilia riots: Report Antony Blinken on Wednesday said that the administration has not yet received specific requests from Brazil on Bolsonaro. Till now no response from US State Department or even the White House has been made on the visa. The State Department, however, has repeatedly said that it does not discuss specific visa cases. ](With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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