<p>India's Kerala High Court has prohibited the bursting of firecrackers at odd hours at&nbsp;religious spots citing the absence of any religious commandment to do so, media reports said.&nbsp;Justice Amit Rawal, presiding over a single judge bench, has ordered all District Collectors in the state to conduct raids in religious places with the assistance of the Commissioners of Police.</p>

<p>The court ordered the confiscation of illegally stored firecrackers and issued clear instructions prohibiting the bursting of firecrackers in religious places at unconventional times.</p>

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<p>"I...direct the Deputy Collector with the Assistance of the Commissioner of Police, Cochin and other districts, to conduct raids in all religious places and take into possession of the crackers illegally stored in all religious places and issue instructions that henceforth onwards no crackers shall be burst in religious places at odd time as prima facie there is no commandment in any of the holy book to burst crackers for pleasing the God," the court reportedly observed.</p>

<h2><strong>Petition seeking ban&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The court's decision was in response to a petition seeking the court's intervention in preventing the use of firecrackers in religious places across Kerala. The petitioners argued that explosive licenses, issued by the District Collector under Explosive Rules, have been granted to a few temple authorities.</p>

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<p>The court concurred with the petitioners, stating that such licenses should not be granted because the use of firecrackers leads to noise and air pollution and disturbs the peace.</p>

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<p>The judges said that they had heard firecrackers being set off past midnight and deemed it necessary to take action over this. The court has warned that if any instances of firecracker use in violation of the order are reported, contempt proceedings will be initiated. According to Live Law, the matter is scheduled for further consideration on November 24.&nbsp;</p>

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India's Kerala High Court has prohibited the bursting of firecrackers at odd hours at religious spots citing the absence of any religious commandment to do so, media reports said.

India's Kerala High Court has prohibited the bursting of firecrackers at odd hours at religious spots citing the absence of any religious commandment to do so, media reports said. Justice Amit Rawal, presiding over a single judge bench, has ordered all District Collectors in the state to conduct raids in religious places with the assistance of the Commissioners of Police. The court ordered the confiscation of illegally stored firecrackers and issued clear instructions prohibiting the bursting of firecrackers in religious places at unconventional times. Also Read | PM Modi holds telephonic conversation with UAE President over ongoing situation in West Asia "I...direct the Deputy Collector with the Assistance of the Commissioner of Police, Cochin and other districts, to conduct raids in all religious places and take into possession of the crackers illegally stored in all religious places and issue instructions that henceforth onwards no crackers shall be burst in religious places at odd time as prima facie there is no commandment in any of the holy book to burst crackers for pleasing the God," the court reportedly observed. Petition seeking ban The court's decision was in response to a petition seeking the court's intervention in preventing the use of firecrackers in religious places across Kerala. The petitioners argued that explosive licenses, issued by the District Collector under Explosive Rules, have been granted to a few temple authorities. Also Read | Around 97,000 Indians held while unlawfully sneaking into US between Oct 2022 to Sept 2023: Report The court concurred with the petitioners, stating that such licenses should not be granted because the use of firecrackers leads to noise and air pollution and disturbs the peace. Watch | What does Apple's warning of 'state-sponsored attack' mean, experts explain × The judges said that they had heard firecrackers being set off past midnight and deemed it necessary to take action over this. The court has warned that if any instances of firecracker use in violation of the order are reported, contempt proceedings will be initiated. According to Live Law, the matter is scheduled for further consideration on November 24. (With inputs from agencies)

No holy text prescribes it: Kerala HC bans firecracker bursting at religious spots at odd hours

India, South Africa face off in top-of-the -table clash

The 1996 World Cup winners Sri Lanka cancelled their training session on Saturday due to the very severe air pollution problem in India's national capital New Delhi. An air emergency has been declared in India's capital earlier this week as a thick toxic smog has cloaked the city.

ODI WC: Sri Lanka cancel practice match because of air pollution in Delhi

Helicopters and ground troops rushed to help people hurt in a strong earthquake that shook northwestern Nepal districts just before midnight Friday, killing at least 128 people and injuring dozens dozens more, officials said Saturday.

At least 128 dead as earthquake rocks Nepal

<p>Amid the escalating war between Israel and Hamas which has pushed the Gaza Strip into a deepening humanitarian crisis, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Eli Cohen on Saturday (Oct 4).<br />
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In the conversation, Jaishankar reaffirmed the commitment of India to "countering terrorism, observance of international humanitarian law and for a two-state solution".<br />
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"Spoke this afternoon with FM Eli Choen of Israel. Appreciated his sharing the Israeli assessment of the current situation. Reiterated our firm commitment to countering terrorism, observance of international humanitarian law and for a two-state solution," wrote Jaishankar, on his official handle on X.</p>

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<p>The discussion between the two leaders emphasised the current situation in Gaza and the importance of finding a solution which can ensure peace and regional stability.<br />
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The minister reiterated the firm stance of India against terrorism and emphasised the unwavering commitment of the nation to counter the menace. He further emphasised the importance of observing international humanitarian law and ensuring that the lives of civilians are protected in the conflict zones.<br />
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In the talks, the foreign minister further articulated steadfast support of India for a two-state solution to the decades-old conflict between Israel and Palestine.</p>

<h2><strong>Jaishankar calls for dialogue to resolve issues</strong></h2>

<p>On Friday (Oct 3), Jaishankar, at the Joint Secretary Session of the Senate's External Affairs and Defence Commission in Rome, emphasised that the issues being faced by Palestinians need to be addressed and called for resolving the issue through negotiation and dialogue and not through conflict.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: Convoy of ambulances targeted in Gaza city</strong></p>

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He stated that although terrorism is "unacceptable", there is a need to find a solution to the Palestine issue.<br />
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Jaishankar said, "What happened on October 7 was a big act of terrorism, the subsequent acts happening after that. This has taken the entire region into a different direction. But surely, it must be everybody's hope that eventually...the conflict can't be the normal of the region and that it comes back to some stability, some co-operation."<br />
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"Within this we have to find a balance between different issues. Because there is no question. If there is issue of terrorism, and we all find terrorism unacceptable, we have to stand up. But there is also an issue of Palestine. There has to be solution for the problems faced by the Palestinian people," he further said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Amid the escalating war between Israel and Hamas which has pushed the Gaza Strip into a deepening humanitarian crisis, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Eli Cohen on Saturday (Oct 4).

Amid the escalating war between Israel and Hamas which has pushed the Gaza Strip into a deepening humanitarian crisis, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Eli Cohen on Saturday (Oct 4). In the conversation, Jaishankar reaffirmed the commitment of India to "countering terrorism, observance of international humanitarian law and for a two-state solution". "Spoke this afternoon with FM Eli Choen of Israel. Appreciated his sharing the Israeli assessment of the current situation. Reiterated our firm commitment to countering terrorism, observance of international humanitarian law and for a two-state solution," wrote Jaishankar, on his official handle on X. ALSO READ | Israeli airstrikes hit UN school serving as a shelter in Gaza, kills 15 The discussion between the two leaders emphasised the current situation in Gaza and the importance of finding a solution which can ensure peace and regional stability. The minister reiterated the firm stance of India against terrorism and emphasised the unwavering commitment of the nation to counter the menace. He further emphasised the importance of observing international humanitarian law and ensuring that the lives of civilians are protected in the conflict zones. In the talks, the foreign minister further articulated steadfast support of India for a two-state solution to the decades-old conflict between Israel and Palestine. Jaishankar calls for dialogue to resolve issues On Friday (Oct 3), Jaishankar, at the Joint Secretary Session of the Senate's External Affairs and Defence Commission in Rome, emphasised that the issues being faced by Palestinians need to be addressed and called for resolving the issue through negotiation and dialogue and not through conflict. WATCH | Israel-Palestine war: Convoy of ambulances targeted in Gaza city He stated that although terrorism is "unacceptable", there is a need to find a solution to the Palestine issue. Jaishankar said, "What happened on October 7 was a big act of terrorism, the subsequent acts happening after that. This has taken the entire region into a different direction. But surely, it must be everybody's hope that eventually...the conflict can't be the normal of the region and that it comes back to some stability, some co-operation." "Within this we have to find a balance between different issues. Because there is no question. If there is issue of terrorism, and we all find terrorism unacceptable, we have to stand up. But there is also an issue of Palestine. There has to be solution for the problems faced by the Palestinian people," he further said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India's Jaishankar emphasises on 'two-state solution' in talks with Israeli counterpart

<p>A tragic incident unfolded at the INS Garuda naval air station in Kochi in the Indian state of Kerala as a chopper accident killed a navy sailor on Saturday (Nov 4).&nbsp;Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar and all other officers paid their tributes to Yogendra Singh, LAM (Leading Air Mechanic).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Adm R Hari Kumar #CNS &amp; all personnel of #IndianNavy mourn the loss of life &amp; pay tribute to Yogendra Singh, LAM who lost his life in the unfortunate accident at Kochi and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family," the Indian Navy spokesperson said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident occurred during a routine training flight when the Indian Navy helicopter was met with a mechanical failure, PTI news agency said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to Navy authorities, it was a ground accident when the Chetak helicopter encountered an accident during ground maintenance inspections.&nbsp;The helicopter reportedly had an accident at approximately 2:30 pm on Saturday (Nov 4).</p>

<p>"A Chetak helicopter met with a ground accident today during maintenance taxi checks at INS Garuda, Kochi, resulting in the unfortunate loss of life of one ground crew."</p>

<h2><strong>Investigation underway</strong></h2>

<p>In response to the accident, the Indian Navy has initiated a Board of Inquiry to investigate the exact cause of the failure.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"A Board of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the cause of the accident," the Indian Navy spokesperson added. The Indian Navy is awaiting further information and details related to the incident.</p>

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<p>Located near INS Venduruthy and serving as the headquarters for the Southern Naval Command, INS Garuda is a significant naval air training centre and an operational base.</p>

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<p>It possesses two intersecting runways that enable various operational aircraft to land and take off. It plays a crucial role as a strategic operating facility for the Indian Navy as it accommodates numerous training schools, intelligence centres, maintenance and repair facilities, as well as experimental stations.&nbsp;INS Garuda was commissioned on May 11, 1953, and is the oldest operating air station of the Indian Navy.</p>

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A tragic incident unfolded at the INS Garuda naval air station in Kochi in the Indian state of Kerala as a chopper accident killed a navy sailor on Saturday (Nov 4).

A tragic incident unfolded at the INS Garuda naval air station in Kochi in the Indian state of Kerala as a chopper accident killed a navy sailor on Saturday (Nov 4). Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar and all other officers paid their tributes to Yogendra Singh, LAM (Leading Air Mechanic). "Adm R Hari Kumar #CNS & all personnel of #IndianNavy mourn the loss of life & pay tribute to Yogendra Singh, LAM who lost his life in the unfortunate accident at Kochi and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family," the Indian Navy spokesperson said. The incident occurred during a routine training flight when the Indian Navy helicopter was met with a mechanical failure, PTI news agency said. Also Read | PM Modi launches scathing attacks on Bhupesh Baghel after ED linked him to betting app deal According to Navy authorities, it was a ground accident when the Chetak helicopter encountered an accident during ground maintenance inspections. The helicopter reportedly had an accident at approximately 2:30 pm on Saturday (Nov 4). "A Chetak helicopter met with a ground accident today during maintenance taxi checks at INS Garuda, Kochi, resulting in the unfortunate loss of life of one ground crew." Investigation underway In response to the accident, the Indian Navy has initiated a Board of Inquiry to investigate the exact cause of the failure. Also Read | India | Centre to extend free ration scheme for next five years: PM Modi tells poll rally "A Board of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the cause of the accident," the Indian Navy spokesperson added. The Indian Navy is awaiting further information and details related to the incident. Adm R Hari Kumar #CNS & all personnel of #IndianNavy mourn the loss of life & pay tribute to Yogendra Singh, LAM who lost his life in the unfortunate accident at Kochi and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. https://t.co/83ZmXbsuqc pic.twitter.com/m9yyDM4JQM — SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) November 4, 2023 × Located near INS Venduruthy and serving as the headquarters for the Southern Naval Command, INS Garuda is a significant naval air training centre and an operational base. Watch | At least 132 dead and over 140 injured as earthquake rocks Nepal × It possesses two intersecting runways that enable various operational aircraft to land and take off. It plays a crucial role as a strategic operating facility for the Indian Navy as it accommodates numerous training schools, intelligence centres, maintenance and repair facilities, as well as experimental stations. INS Garuda was commissioned on May 11, 1953, and is the oldest operating air station of the Indian Navy. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian navy sailor killed in helicopter accident at Kochi naval air station

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<p>A recent global survey has ranked Japan lowest for employees’ well-being while keeping Turkey at the top and India just behind it, in the second spot. The survey was conducted by McKinsey Health Institute, and it assessed employees’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health before arriving at the conclusions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Japan scored a mere 25 per cent in the poll. Turkey scored highest at 78 per cent, followed by India at 76 per cent and China at 75 per cent, way higher than the global average of 57 per cent.</p>

<p>The poll results were based on inputs received from 30,000 participants from nearly 30 countries.</p>

<h2><strong>Why Japan is at bottom?</strong></h2>

<p>While Japan is known for offering long-term, reliable job opportunities to its workers, sometimes it makes it difficult for them to switch jobs and find better alternatives.</p>

<p>Kopp, a board member of MS&amp;AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc, was quoted by Bloomberg as saying that there was a tendency in Japan to rate themselves low. But he acknowledged, "There are significant issues in Japan with lack of satisfaction in the workplace, with significant levels of stress."</p>

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<p>The majority of the Japanese workforce is employed under short-term contracts, thus making lives miserable for the employees.</p>

<h2><strong>Where does India stand?</strong></h2>

<p>In the study, Indian participants indicated their physical health at 81 per cent, mental health at 79 per cent, and social and spiritual health at 78 per cent.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the report, Indian respondents had the highest burnout symptoms rate at 59 per cent, followed by Saudi Arabia at 36 per cent, Egypt and Chile at 33 per cent each. On the other hand, Cameroonian respondents reported the lowest burnout symptoms rate at 9 per cent.</p>

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<p>Factors like emotional or cognitive impairment and burnout play a key role in determining employees’ well-being.</p>

<p>Another common factor found was the lack of energy, with more than a third of respondents in 29 surveyed countries reporting exhaustion.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Burnout on the rise</strong></h2>

<p>Over 50 per cent of workers display signs of burnout, which triples their likelihood of quitting their jobs, the report reveals. Across the 30 countries covered in the study, 22 per cent of workers reported experiencing burnout symptoms at work.</p>

<p>Researchers investigating demographic disparities in burnout found that workers aged 18 to 24, those employed by smaller companies, and non-managerial professionals have higher rates of burnout symptoms.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A recent global survey has ranked Japan lowest for employees’ well-being while keeping Turkey at the top and India just behind it, in the second spot. The survey was conducted by McKinsey Health Institute, and it assessed employees’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health before arriving at the conclusions.

A recent global survey has ranked Japan lowest for employees’ well-being while keeping Turkey at the top and India just behind it, in the second spot. The survey was conducted by McKinsey Health Institute, and it assessed employees’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health before arriving at the conclusions. Japan scored a mere 25 per cent in the poll. Turkey scored highest at 78 per cent, followed by India at 76 per cent and China at 75 per cent, way higher than the global average of 57 per cent. The poll results were based on inputs received from 30,000 participants from nearly 30 countries. Why Japan is at bottom? While Japan is known for offering long-term, reliable job opportunities to its workers, sometimes it makes it difficult for them to switch jobs and find better alternatives. Kopp, a board member of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc, was quoted by Bloomberg as saying that there was a tendency in Japan to rate themselves low. But he acknowledged, "There are significant issues in Japan with lack of satisfaction in the workplace, with significant levels of stress." Watch: Japan Mobility Show 2023: EVs, personal mobility take centre stage at auto show × The majority of the Japanese workforce is employed under short-term contracts, thus making lives miserable for the employees. Where does India stand? In the study, Indian participants indicated their physical health at 81 per cent, mental health at 79 per cent, and social and spiritual health at 78 per cent. According to the report, Indian respondents had the highest burnout symptoms rate at 59 per cent, followed by Saudi Arabia at 36 per cent, Egypt and Chile at 33 per cent each. On the other hand, Cameroonian respondents reported the lowest burnout symptoms rate at 9 per cent. Also read: Japan announces $113 bn package to counter inflation woes Factors like emotional or cognitive impairment and burnout play a key role in determining employees’ well-being. Another common factor found was the lack of energy, with more than a third of respondents in 29 surveyed countries reporting exhaustion. Burnout on the rise Over 50 per cent of workers display signs of burnout, which triples their likelihood of quitting their jobs, the report reveals. Across the 30 countries covered in the study, 22 per cent of workers reported experiencing burnout symptoms at work. Researchers investigating demographic disparities in burnout found that workers aged 18 to 24, those employed by smaller companies, and non-managerial professionals have higher rates of burnout symptoms. (With inputs from agencies)

Survey ranks Japan lowest in employee well-being, India second at top in McKinsey survey

<p>The number of Indians arrested while unlawfully entering into the United States between October 2022 and September 2023 has witnessed a record-breaking increase with nearly 96,917 Indian citizens being apprehended, news agency PTI reported citing the latest data released by US Customs and Border Protection (UCBP).</p>

<p>According to the data, in 2019-20, 19,883 Indians were apprehended, whereas in 2020-21, 30,662 Indians were arrested and in 2021-22 this number was 63,927.</p>

<p>As many as 96,917 Indians were arrested between October 2022 and September 2023, out of which 30,010 were caught on the Canadian border and 41,770 at the frontier with Mexico.</p>

<p>The ones apprehended have been tagged under four categories which are, Accompanied Minors (AM), Individuals in a Family Unit (FMUA), Single Adults, and Unaccompanied Children (UC).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the reports, single adults account for the largest category.</p>

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<p>In the fiscal year 2023, 84,000 Indian adults sneaked into the United States unlawfully. 730 unaccompanied minors were among the ones apprehended.</p>

<h2><strong>Criminal cartels in Mexico train migrants, says&nbsp;Senator James Lankford</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Senator James Lankford said on Thursday that such people take about four flights including through countries like France to be able to get to Mexico, which is the closest airport, and then take a bus that is rented by the cartels up to the border to be dropped off for their final delivery.</p>

<p>“So far this year we've had 45,000 people from India that have crossed our southern border, paid the cartels, crossed into our country, and said they have fear in their country from India,” Lankford said.</p>

<p>He then reiterated that the criminal cartels in Mexico were the ones training migrants across the world on how to trick officials and sneak into the country while awaiting an asylum hearing.</p>

<p>“This doesn't make sense to just about everyone in the world. Just about everyone in the world has shifted on this except for us. We're literally inviting people from all over the world to exploit our system,” he said in his remarks about America's broken asylum system and the areas that need to be addressed in policy.</p>

<p>He said that asylum is the same as refugee status, "it's the same in international law. A refugee flees to a spot who is afraid and gets to a refugee centre and says to the UN, ‘I have dramatic fear of persecution in my country.' If they do, then they actually share them all over the world including here in the United States."</p>

<p>“We take refugees here from all over the world. Asylum seekers are on the same standard. They're supposed to go to the next safe place, get there, and request asylum. That is the international standard, but we don't do that here,” he said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The number of Indians arrested while unlawfully entering into the United States between October 2022 and September 2023 has witnessed a record-breaking increase with nearly 96,917 Indian citizens being apprehended, news agency PTI reported citing the latest data released by US Customs and Border Protection (UCBP).

The number of Indians arrested while unlawfully entering into the United States between October 2022 and September 2023 has witnessed a record-breaking increase with nearly 96,917 Indian citizens being apprehended, news agency PTI reported citing the latest data released by US Customs and Border Protection (UCBP). According to the data, in 2019-20, 19,883 Indians were apprehended, whereas in 2020-21, 30,662 Indians were arrested and in 2021-22 this number was 63,927. As many as 96,917 Indians were arrested between October 2022 and September 2023, out of which 30,010 were caught on the Canadian border and 41,770 at the frontier with Mexico. The ones apprehended have been tagged under four categories which are, Accompanied Minors (AM), Individuals in a Family Unit (FMUA), Single Adults, and Unaccompanied Children (UC). As per the reports, single adults account for the largest category. Also read: Data Lab: Delhi leads October pollution among major Indian cities. What awaits in the Diwali month? In the fiscal year 2023, 84,000 Indian adults sneaked into the United States unlawfully. 730 unaccompanied minors were among the ones apprehended. Criminal cartels in Mexico train migrants, says Senator James Lankford Meanwhile, Senator James Lankford said on Thursday that such people take about four flights including through countries like France to be able to get to Mexico, which is the closest airport, and then take a bus that is rented by the cartels up to the border to be dropped off for their final delivery. “So far this year we've had 45,000 people from India that have crossed our southern border, paid the cartels, crossed into our country, and said they have fear in their country from India,” Lankford said. He then reiterated that the criminal cartels in Mexico were the ones training migrants across the world on how to trick officials and sneak into the country while awaiting an asylum hearing. “This doesn't make sense to just about everyone in the world. Just about everyone in the world has shifted on this except for us. We're literally inviting people from all over the world to exploit our system,” he said in his remarks about America's broken asylum system and the areas that need to be addressed in policy. He said that asylum is the same as refugee status, "it's the same in international law. A refugee flees to a spot who is afraid and gets to a refugee centre and says to the UN, ‘I have dramatic fear of persecution in my country.' If they do, then they actually share them all over the world including here in the United States." “We take refugees here from all over the world. Asylum seekers are on the same standard. They're supposed to go to the next safe place, get there, and request asylum. That is the international standard, but we don't do that here,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Around 97,000 Indians held while unlawfully sneaking into US between Oct 2022 to Sept 2023: Report

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What should be India's strategy with Qatar when addressing the issue of death sentences given to eight former Indian navy officers? Former envoy to Qatar, KP Fabian tells Vikram Chandra on The India Story.

Former envoy on Qatar’s death sentence to 8 Indians

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expansive geo-economic outreach towards West Asia appears to yield benefits for the world's fifth-biggest economy. That's because the united arab emirates are reportedly planning to invest about 50 billion dollars in India, as part of its broader bet on India's rising economic potential. A Bloomberg report suggests that the UAE could announce these investments next year, coinciding with the general elections in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a third term in office.

UAE considering investments of about $50 BN in India: Report

Pakistan looked down and out a week ago after defeats against Afghanistan and South Africa but the dice has rolled in the favour of the 1992 Word Champions and they are still very much alive. If they beat New Zealand on Saturday then both teams will be level on eight points and that will keep the semi-final race open heading into the last set of matches in this World Cup. New Zealand have lost three consecutive games and key pacer Matt Henry is now out of the tournament. If the Kiwis win then Pakistan are out and this is a day game in Bengaluru. Former Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore sets up this intriguing contest with Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo.

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The race for a semi-final berth at the ICC Cricket World Cup is heating up. India have qualified and South Africa are all but through to the last-four. As things stand Australia, New Zealand, and Afghanistan are on eight points with Pakistan in with a chance of getting to eight on Saturday. Which two teams will make it through? 1996 World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore tells us who he thinks will eventually complete the final four.

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World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka was a Deja-vu moment and not just because India won but also because it brought back memories from a 2017 test match between the two teams.

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin will arrive in India next week for the 2+2 ministerial dialogue in New Delhi. The visit will be part of Blinken's week-long tour that will also include trips to Israel, Jordan, Japan and South Korea.

US, India to discuss Israel-Hamas war & Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The king of Bhutan arrived in India for a 7-day official visit. The Bhutanese King was received by the Assam Chief Minister in Guwahati. King Wangchuck's week-long State visit will include meetings with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar.

Bhutan King Wangchuck welcomed by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sri Lanka suffered an embarrassing 302-run loss to India in Mumbai with the difference in class between both sides very evident. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50 against India in the Asia Cup final in September and it was Deja vu as the top-five batters combined for a total of 2 runs. Sri Lanka slid to 14 for five and the lack of application was pretty evident. Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore was extremely disappointed by the Sri Lankan batters as a poor campaign went from bad to worse.

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India's bowlers bowled out the opposition yet again with Sri Lanka dismissed for just 55 in Mumbai. Mohammed Shami continued his dramatic rise up the wicket-taking charts with a second five-wicket haul of the tournament in just three games and is now India's leading wicket-taker in World Cup history with 45. India have played seven matches so far and the bowlers have shared 66 wickets between them. Is this India's best bowling attack at a World Cup and will Hardik Pandya get a look-in if fit? 1996 World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore credits the Indian bowlers for their major role in taking the team to the semi-finals of the World Cup.

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Hosts India have booked their spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 ICC ODI world cup following a demolition job of Sri Lanka. A trio of half-centuries from Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, followed by a five-wicket haul from Mohammed Shami helped India win the match by 302 runs. It was the men in blue's seventh win on the trot. WION’s Disha Shah was at the Wankhede Stadium and she brings you some reactions from the fans.

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The King of Bhutan arrived in India for a 7-day official visit. The Bhutanese King was received by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati.

Bhutan King Wangchuck welcomed by Assam CM on a 7-day official visit to India

The situation took a dire turn during monsoon, with a significant uptick of 3,675 cases between July 1 and October 22. The city had reported 746 dengue cases between January and October last year, and 876 between January and December 2021.

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Across parties, ruling and Opposition, it’s been a shower of schemes, projects and promises in the months leading up to the five state Assembly elections. With the dates announced, and the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in place, this will now come to a halt.

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