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Israel war: Will Netanyahu's insistence on corridor break the cabinet?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet is at a Breaking point. In the latest series of confrontations between the Israeli Prime Minister and former Army Chief Benny Gantz the latter has promised to reveal the truth on Philadelphia Corridor. Watch in for more details!

US: Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to revised indictment

Former US President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges he faces in a superseding indictment in his federal election interference case in Washington, D.C.

India gets first vision-correcting eye drops

Imagine a world where you no longer need to grab your reading glasses each time you check your phone look at a book or browse through a menu. For many people over the age of 40 this might soon be a possibility. An Indian pharmaceutical company has developed the country's first eye drops aimed at reducing the Reliance on reading glasses. Watch in for more details!

US: Secret service beefs up security for Joe Biden

It was just a few weeks ago that Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump escaped an assassination attempt as he addressed his supporters in an outdoor rally following the narrow escape for Trump it seems that the secret service is not taking any chances with incumbent President Joe Biden. Watch in for more details!

Rig Veda may have the earliest mention of a solar eclipse

Scientist have found passages in Rig Veda that could be the oldest-known record of a solar eclipse. The 'Atri Eclipse' that the Rig Veda talks about could have occurred in 4202 BC or 3811 BC. #Gravitas brings you the details.

Israeli PM vows control over Philadelphi corridor

Amid massive protest in Israel to secure a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, the White House has said its latest deal proposal includes a withdrawal of the ideas from the heavily populated areas along the Philadelphia Corridor. Watch WION to know more.

Rahul more intellectual, better strategist than Rajiv Gandhi, says Sam Pitroda

Rahul Gandhi is more intellectual and more of a strategist as compared with his father Rajiv Gandhi, said long-time Gandhi family confidant Sam Pitroda, while describing both leaders as "custodians of the idea of India".

Georgia high school shooting: 2 dead, 4 injured

At least four people are believed to have been killed and approximately 30 more injured in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, according to law enforcement sources in the state.

China's consul general in New York expelled after governor Hochul's ex-aide indicted for being foreign agent

The US has expelled China's consul general in New York, a day after Governor Kathy Hochul's former aide was charged with acting as a foreign agent, according to a CNN report.

Frances Tiafoe sets up all-American US Open semifinal, sets up clash with Taylor Fritz

Frances Tiafoe set up an all-American US Open semi-final against Taylor Fritz on Tuesday, guaranteeing a home player in the men's final for the first time in 18 years.

Russia-Ukraine war: How Russia is gaining the upper hand in war

Russia has intensified its aerial assaults, inflicting heavy casualties and destruction. The recent attacks on Lviv and Poltava highlight the increasing threat posed by Russia's air power.

US: At least 4 dead, over two dozen wounded in shooting at Georgia high school

A suspect had been arrested after reports emerged of an active shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, located about 45 miles (70 kilometres) northeast of Atlanta, the state capital.

Mossad's Covert Operations Busted in Türkiye, Financial Network Chief Arrested

#Gravitas | Turkish national intelligence agency have arrested a Kosovo national, Liridin Rexhepi, for managing Mossad’s financial network in Turkey. Rexhepi allegedly sent money to informants who were conducting psychological warfare against Palestinian politicians in Turkiye.

SEBI under fire for greenlighting ICICI Bank and ICICI securities merger

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is under intense scrutiny following its decision to approve the merger between ICICI Bank and its securities affiliate, ICICI Securities.

New Tanks, Jets, Ships: The Rising Muscular Power of Indian Defence

#Gravitas The Indian Defence Ministry has cleared 10 projects worth Rs 1.45 lakh crore for defence services. These include future-ready combat vehicles, tanks, air defence fire control radars, and next-generation fast patrol vessels. These additions will boost the Indian military's readiness with locally made hardware and further establish the country as a formidable force, especially in the Global South.

Israel-Hamas war: Mossad Challenges Netanyahu on Peace Deal with Hamas

#Gravitas | As per reports, in the Israeli Media reports, Mossad chief, David Barnea, has contradicted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s position. Reportedly, Barnea told mediators in Qatar on Monday that Israel was prepared to withdraw from the Philadelphi corridor as part of the second stage of a hostage release deal. This is, in accordance with the proposal backed by U.S. President Joe Biden. Reportedly, Barnea’s message to the mediators came mere hours before Netanyahu, publicly declared that Israel would retain complete control over the Philadelphi corridor.

12-year-old boy attempts ‘chroming’ challenge trending on TikTok, suffers cardiac arrest

A 12-year-old boy, Ceser Watson King, attempted the chroming challenge as part of a social media trend. Watson inhaled a can of deodorant, which is part of the challenge and collapsed at his house in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, on August 21, according to the Metro.

Israel-Hezbollah conflict: Hezbollah fires over 5 dozen rockets at Israel

Lebanon's Hezbollah group has launched a massive barrage of rockets at Israel. Israeli army said at least 65 rockets were fired from Lebanon at the Galilee panhandle area.

Meet world’s oldest crocodile, Henry – a 16ft monster who has six ‘wives’ and 10,000 babies

At the age of 123, Henry is the oldest living crocodile in the world. The enormous beast weighs 700 kg and is 16 feet long, almost the size of a minibus! Henry, who lives in captivity in South Africa, is now recognised as the world’s oldest crocodile and also the oldest living reptile in the world.