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Authorities on Tuesday (Oct 22) said that at least 16 farmers in India’s northern state of Haryana were arrested for illegally burning paddy stubble, a practice that contributes to severe air pollution in the region around New Delhi at the onset of winter.

Investors and analysts will be scrutinising Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday when the electric automaker reports quarterly results, with investors expecting dramatic improvement over last year's results.

Lucid Motors, the luxury electric vehicle manufacturer, has successfully raised approximately USD 1.75 billion through a recent stock sale, exceeding initial projections and securing what CEO Peter Rawlinson describes as a "cash runway well into 2026.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on October 21 said India is poised to continue its growth trajectory and is likely to become the world's third-largest economy by 2027.

General Motors (GM) and Ford Motor Company are bracing for eyebrows to be raised as they get ready to report their quarterly results, with questions over pricing power in the gasoline vehicle market and losses from electric vehicle (EV) projects weighing on investors.

In a legal clash between Hollywood and Silicon Valley, Alcon Entertainment, the production company behind "Blade Runner 2049," has filed a federal lawsuit against Tesla and Warner Bros Discovery, alleging unauthorised use of intellectual property and false endorsement in Tesla's recent autonomous cybercab promotional campaign.

On Tuesday afternoon, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazan, Russia, to attend the 16th BRICS Summit. Later in the day, PM Modi will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for bilateral discussions.

India has launched its fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). Codenamed S4, the submarine was launched on 16 October at the Ship-Building Centre (SBC) after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a Very Low Frequency Naval Station.

Hybrid electric vehicles have overtaken traditional petrol-powered cars in monthly sales for the first time, according to data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA).

The BRICS Summit 2024 will bring together the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa to discuss key global issues and enhance cooperation among these major emerging economies. WION's Principal Diplomatic correspondent speaks to India's Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar gives details of PM Modi's upcoming Russia visit & speaks on importance of India-Russia ties. Watch in for more details! Watch in for more details!

After Pakistan passed the controversial 26th Constitutional Amendment bill on Monday (October 21) questions are being raised on the independence of Judiciary both by local and international watchdogs.

A severe weather warning is in place as cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall along the coast of West Bengal and Odisha in India. Watch in for more details!

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered the implementation of GRAP-II in Delhi-NCR as the air quality in the national capital deteriorates to the “very poor” category. The Air Quality Index was recorded in the city reached 349 at 8 am on Monday, October 21.

At least six people were killed in Cuba as hurricane Oscar caused severe damage in several parts of the country. WION tells you more in this report.

Ahead of a potential meeting between Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Watch in this report for more details!

With the US Elections coming into their final stage, polls could have more salience now. Election Day is November 5 and both parties are trying to fight until the last moment.

Prime Minister Modi has arrived in Russia to participate in the BRICS Summit, a key gathering of leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa aimed at enhancing collaboration and addressing global issues. As the summit unfolds, Indian students studying in Kazan are expressing their enthusiasm and anticipation for the visit.

The Israeli government alleged on Monday (Oct 21) that Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has stored hundreds of millions of dollars in cash and gold inside a bunker beneath Al-Sahel Hospital in Beirut.

The killers of Sikh businessman Ripudaman Singh Malik, a man acquitted of the 1985 bombing of an Air India flight, have pleaded guilty in a Canadian court. Tanner Fox and Jose Lopez, the two hitmen, have pleaded guilty to second-degree murder from 2022.