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Uber Shikara: India's First Water Transport Service Launched In Kashmir? | GRAVITAS | WION

Kashmir has broken all the records of tourist arrivals in the last few years and there have been many new developments related to the tourism industry in the valley. From the floating post office to the floating ATM on the world-famous Dal Lake, now it's the Shikara rides that can be booked via an app to make it hassle-free for tourists.

Guinea Stampede: Over 50 Killed In Stampede Due To Clashes At Soccer Match

Tragedy strikes in Guinea as almost 56 people are killed in a stampede during a football match.

Ramaphosa Holds Bilateral Talks With Tinubu

Ramaphosa holds bilateral talks with Tinubu. Watch in for more details!

Cyclone Fengal: Relentless Rains Put Kerala On Edge, Puducherry Locks Down Its Schools

Cyclone Fengal weakens but continues to impact Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Kerala. Watch here to learn more about its impact.

Taylor Swift Releases Exclusive Book On Eras Tour

Taylor Swift has released an exclusive book detailing her highly successful Eras Tour, offering fans an in-depth look at the concert series that captivated audiences around the world.

Antarctica: China Opens Its First Atmospheric Monitoring Station | GRAVITAS | WION

China has established its first overseas atmospheric monitoring station in the Larsemann Hills of East Antarctica, a milestone in its polar research initiatives. The Zhongshan National Atmospheric Background Station, which began operations on Sunday, will track atmospheric composition and contribute to global climate change research.

Matter of solidarity: IOC says Olympic prize money offer unfair, favours elite athletes

Offering prize money at the Olympic Games was unfair and was shown at the Paris Games to favour a small number of elite athletes to the detriment to others, the International Olympic Committee said Tuesday.

Afghan women 'banned from midwife and nurse education' in Taliban's new decree: Report

In a fresh series of restrictions on Afghan women, medical training, including for midwives and nurses, has reportedly been banned for women, female students told Afghanistan-bases news Khaama Press.

Volkswagen Tops Global Debt Chart With $212 Billion Owed

Volkswagen has emerged as the world’s most indebted company, with 212 billion dollars in total debt. This comes as the overall increase in corporate debt reached a record $8.18 trillion, driven primarily by mergers and acquisitions. Volkswagen’s borrowing, alongside other major players in sectors like healthcare and automotive, highlights how companies are leveraging debt to finance growth and expansion. Watch to know more!

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's Exhausted Troops Asked To Cling On

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an urgent appeal to the outgoing U.S. Biden Administration to push NATO members toward inviting Ukraine into the alliance. As the war with Russia approaches its third year, Zelenskyy is intensifying efforts to secure Ukraine’s long-sought membership, emphasizing the need for action before the Biden administration transitions in January.

US expresses 'grave concerns' over South Korea, UK says 'closely monitoring' situation

The United States (US) government has expressed "grave concern" after South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday (Dec. 3). He further announced that he wants a resolution that follows the "rule of law," the Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell, AFP reported.

IDF Fortifies Military Bases in Central Gaza

The Israeli military has been expanding its presence in central Gaza in recent months, fortifying military bases and demolishing Palestinian buildings. Watch in for more details!

US judge dismisses gun case against Hunter Biden after president's pardon

A federal judge in the United States (US) on Tuesday (Dec. 3) dismissed the gun case against Hunter Biden after President Joe Biden issued a sweeping pardon for his son.

Former rugby league chief Todd Greenberg named Cricket Australia boss, replaces Nick Hockley

Cricket Australia named seasoned sports administrator Todd Greenberg as its new chief executive on Tuesday, replacing Nick Hockley after a sometimes tumultuous five-year stint.

Evolution Of AI in Healthcare: World's First AI Hospital

Evolution of AI in healthcare: World's first AI hospital. Watch in for more details!

China Halts Critical Mineral Exports To US

China on Tuesday banned exports to the United States of the critical minerals gallium, germanium and antimony that have widespread military applications, escalating trade tensions the day after Washington's latest crackdown on China's chip sector.

Martial law in South Korea: Will maintain law until lifted by president, says military

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in the country on Tuesday (Dec 3), vowing to eliminate “anti-state” forces. The surprising move harkened back to an era of authoritarian leaders that the country has not seen since the 1980s.

Apple Accused Of Illegally Monitoring Employees' Personal Devices

Apple is facing a new legal challenge. A lawsuit filed in California claims the company has been illegally monitoring employees’ personal devices and iCloud accounts. The plaintiff, Amar Bhakta, a digital advertising employee since 2020, alleges apple required workers to install software on personal devices used for work. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's Exhausted Troops Asked To Cling On

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an urgent appeal to the outgoing U.S. Biden Administration to push NATO members toward inviting Ukraine into the alliance. As the war with Russia approaches its third year, Zelenskyy is intensifying efforts to secure Ukraine’s long-sought membership, emphasizing the need for action before the Biden administration transitions in January.