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Morning news brief: Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 welcomes pilgrims; LA wildfire updates, and more

World | Start your day informed with WION's morning news brief bringing you the latest headlines and insights. Stay updated with global news as you sip your morning coffee.

Bangladesh Moves Closer To Pakistan, Eases Visa Process | WION | World News

In a significant move, the interim government of Bangladesh has eased visa policy restrictions for Pakistani citizens, reflecting the improving bilateral relations between the two nations. Watch in for more detai

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Devotees Take 'Shahi Snan' As 45-Day-Long Religious Gathering Begins | WION

The 45-day Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, celebrated as the world's largest human gathering, commenced early Monday on Paush Purnima. For a holy dip, an immense wave of devotees flocked to the Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Approximately 1.5 crore pilgrims from India and abroad are expected to participate under stringent security arrangements, marking the auspicious occasion with reverence and unity. Watch to know more!

Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll rises to 24 as forecasters warn of strong winds ahead

World | According to the statement by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office on Sunday evening (Jan 12), eight deaths were recorded in the Palisades Fire while 16 others lost their lives in the Eaton Fire.

Trolls don't bother Sameer Wankhede who arrested Aryan Khan: Faced bullets, terrorists

In a recent interview, Sameer Wankhede who was Zonal Director of the Narcotics Control Bureau when Aryan Khan was arrested in drugs case on a cruise, spoke about trolls and more.

Verdict in Al Qadir Trust case against ex-Pak PM Imran Khan, wife delayed. What is it?

South Asia, trending : A court in Pakistan will announce its verdict on Monday (Jan 13) in the 190-million-pounds  Al Qadir Trust case against former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi.

Crypto Firms Among Big Donors Of Trump Inauguration Fund | World DNA | WION

Multiple tech companies as well as crypto giants have reportedly donated to the inauguration fund of Republican candidate and US President-elect Donald Trump. Watch to know more!

North Korea soldiers fighting in Ukraine were told to kill selves before capture: Seoul

North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia's war against Ukraine have been told by Pyongyang to kill themselves rather than be captured alive, a South Korean lawmaker said Monday after a briefing from the country's spy agency.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: What is Shahi Snan? Know date, time and significance

Shahi Snaan during the Kumbh Mela is believed to cleanse sins and grant spiritual merit. Pilgrims include ascetics, saints, and devotees from all walks of life.

Mark Zuckerberg Says CIA Can Access Your WhatsApp Messages | World DNA | WION

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Saturday said that US authorities like the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) can read our WhatsApp messages by physically accessing devices. Watch this report for more details!

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Festival Begins With ‘Shahi Snan’, Devotees Take Holy Dip | World DNA

The 45-day Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, celebrated as the world's largest human gathering, commenced early Monday on Paush Purnima. For a holy dip, an immense wave of devotees flocked to the Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Approximately 1.5 crore pilgrims from India and abroad are expected to participate under stringent security arrangements, marking the auspicious occasion with reverence and unity. Watch to know more!

Australia include pace duo in preliminary Champions Trophy 2025 squad

Sports, cricket: Matthew Short and Aaron Hardie have earned their maiden call-ups for an ICC tournament as Australia pick an all-rounder-heavy squad for the Champions Trophy 2025.

Trudeau sounds alarm on Trump’s tariff threats: '51st state remark diverted attention from...'

World news: US President-elect Donald Trump Trump previously said that if Canada merges with the United States, the taxes would go down and there would be no tariffs.

Croatia President Wins Another Term | Maha Kumbh Begins In Prayagraj | California Fire Threat | WION

Top headlines of the hour: - Croatia President Wins Another Term - Maha Kumbh Begins In Prayagraj - California Fire Threat Not Over - Ukraine-Russia War Update

Gauff beats Kenin in first round to fire Australian Open 2025 warning

Sports, Tennis: The American has been on a scintillating run of form that has made her a major threat to double defending champion Aryna Sabalenka at Melbourne Park.

Barcelona romp past Real Madrid 5-2 to win Spanish Super Cup in Jeddah

Sports, Football: Barcelona routed Real Madrid 5-0 in Saudi Arabia classico to win the Spanish Super Cup. Yamal and Robert Lewandowski were on the scoresheet for the Catalans.

'Truly evil guy': Trump’s ex-aide Steve Bannon vows to take Elon Musk down before inauguration day

World news: The appointment of Sriram Krishnan as an AI advisor to US President-elect Donald Trump sparked the debate over the visa regime in the US.

USA: Donald Trump's Plan For Mass Deportation Could Have A Big Effect Economy | World DNA | WION

Inflation in the U.S. eased during 2024, but economists caution that President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed mass deportation of undocumented immigrants could significantly impact prices. Watch to know more!

Croatia: Russian-friendly Incumbent Zoran Milanovic Re-elected President | World DNA | WION

Croatia's populist incumbent president, Zoran Milanovic, was re-elected by a wide margin on Jan. 12, election results show. Milanovic defeated Dragan Primorac, Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic’s HDZ party candidate, by a margin of 74.7% to 25.3%, with 99% of polls reporting. Watch this report for more details!