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Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visited the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad. Sharif meets Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong to express his condolences. Visit comes after the deadly terrorist attack on a Chinese convoy in Karachi. Ambassador Zaidong thanked PM for his swift reaction and prompt initiation of the investigation. During the meeting, PM conveyed his deep grief over the loss of Chinese nationals. Watch to know more!

Taiwanese authorities have seized several Chinese fishing boats and detained nine crew members for illegally entering Taiwan's waters. The vessels were intercepted by the Taiwanese Coast Guard during routine patrols, amid heightened tensions between Taiwan and China. The crew members are being held for questioning, and the boats have been impounded pending further investigation. Taiwan has been increasing maritime security efforts to curb illegal fishing and assert its territorial claims, particularly as relations with China remain strained. This incident adds to the ongoing disputes in the region over fishing rights and sovereignty.

BJP does the impossible and clinches Haryana hattrick in thriller, defying exit polls. Enthusiastic Congress fails to put up a strong fight against BJP despite anti-incumbency. BJP snatches victory right from the jaws of the Congress after its early lead. However, as the counting of votes progressed, the saffron party made strides ahead. Watch to know more!

US President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, for talks expected to include a discussion of Israeli plans for a retaliatory strike on Iran.

Brazil's Supreme Court ordered reinstating X after Elon Musk agreed to its conditions, including deleting some user accounts and appointing a local legal representative for the platform.

A Turkish Airlines pilot died after collapsing mid-flight, forcing the Turkish national carrier to make an emergency landing in New York, the airline said on Wednesday.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has warned that Ukraine could be facing its toughest winter since the start of Russia's invasion. As the war grinds on, Ukraine's critical infrastructure, including energy supplies, is under relentless attack, raising concerns about the country’s ability to withstand the cold months ahead. Stoltenberg emphasized the need for continued support from NATO allies, including military aid and humanitarian assistance, to help Ukraine endure the harsh winter conditions. The upcoming winter could further strain the resilience of Ukrainian forces and civilians as they face continued Russian aggression and mounting logistical challenges.

Southeast Asian travelers are navigating a complex landscape when it comes to visiting the United States, a country that has long been a beacon for adventurers and explorers. However, recent trends reveal a shift in perceptions, particularly around issues of safety and political climate. Watch in for more details!

Japanese manufacturers were more positive about business conditions in October, according to a Reuters monthly poll on Wednesday, though they remain cagey about the speed of economic recovery in China.

A Spanish couple is under investigation in Singapore after protesting in the Asian city-state against the Singaporean owner of Spanish first division football club Valencia, Peter Lim.

By providing women artists with a forum, a London fair aims to erase decades of gender inequality in the arts.

Malaysia is asserting its maritime rights in the South China Sea by reportedly shadowing Chinese vessels operating within its claimed waters.

Taylor Swift has threatened legal action against a man who has been tracking her private jet travels. Calling it a “stalking and harassing behaviour”, Taylor’s lawyer Katie Wright Morrone sent a cease-and-desist letter to Jack Sweeney, a college student, who runs a social media account that tracks Taylor’s private jet routes.

Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar resurfaces after weeks of silence. Yahya Sinwar has reportedly re-established contact with ceasefire mediators in Qatar. Sinwar’s weeks of silence stirred speculation he might have been killed in Gaza. Sinwar cut off contact thinking Israel was uninterested in reaching a deal: Sources. Senior Israeli officials say Sinwar hasn’t softened his positions on a ceasefire deal. Hamas has demanded IDF’s complete withdrawal and permanent end to the war. Watch to know!

Sri Lanka has allowed a Chinese naval vessel to dock in its waters, despite the ongoing ban on foreign research vessels. The timing of it is raising questions if this is a coincidence or a worrying sign for India. The development comes just days after India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar met new Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo.

Casual wear giant Uniqlo, owned by the Japanese, is projected to beat its own forecast in what would be a third successive year of record profits because of its increasing brand strength in the West and a rebound in business in China.

The blistering rally in Chinese stocks has catapulted nine of the nation's business magnates back into the ranks of the world's wealthiest list. This comes even as china's stock market euphoria cools as traders reassess stimulus bets. Watch in for more details!

As per the study published in The International Journal of Astrobiology, astronauts could use asteroids to meet their nutritional requirements. Watch this report for more details!

Indian entrepreneur Byju Raveendran's software company drained cash from US affiliates violating US bankruptcy regulations, a Delaware lawsuit filed Tuesday alleges.