India had a blockbuster outing during their ODI World Cup 2023 match against Afghanistan. While India skipper Rohit Sharma broke several records with his 131-run innings off 84 balls, Virat Kohli also broke the record for most runs in World Cups (ODI and T20 combined). Here are all the records that were broken in the India vs Afghanistan match.

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Apple, Google is now joining the list of global tech giants setting up their production unit in India. You'll soon be able to buy Made in India, Google phone they are all coming towards India now.

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In the ongoing Khalistani dispute over the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canada has now withdrawn 41 of its diplomat from India. Canadian Foreign Minister made this announcement.

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With tourism in the Kashmir valley hitting record highs this year, the government has given residents and visitors an additional experience. In the valley, Indian Railways launched the Vistadome Coach, an all-weather glass-ceiling air-conditioned train. Visitors will not find another opportunity to see Kashmir's scenery like this, as they will be able to do so from a glass carriage.

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<p>A Pakistani man was nabbed by India's anti-terrorist squad on Friday (Oct 20) for allegedly spying on Indian defence personnel via WhatsApp, media reports said citing an official. The arrest was made in the Indian state of Gujarat by state police's ATS team.</p>

<p>Reports said that the accused is a native of Pakistan and was granted Indian citizenship in 2005.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident came to light after ATS received military intel that an Indian WhatsApp number was operated from Pakistan to spy on defence personnel.</p>

<p>The identified suspect behind the crime is 53-year-old Labhshankar Maheshwari from Tarapur town in Anand district in Gujarat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The snooping was done to allegedly help Pakistani authorities. The plot involved sending spyware to the WhatsApp of Indian defence personnel in the garb of a fake 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, which sought to encourage every Indian household to sport the national flag.</p>

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<p>When these officials clicked on the spyware, it installed the tracking malware.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused has been booked under Indian Penal Code (IPC) section 123 (concealing with intent to facilitate a design to wage war against the government) and 121-A (conspiracy to wage war against the government) and under relevant sections of the Information Technology Act.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What led to the conspiracy?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>According to the investigation, Maheshwari conceded to have helped in the conspiracy so that he could fast-track his visa process, along with that of his wife and two other family members.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>They wanted to visit Pakistan to meet relatives, reports said quoting ATS Superintendent of Police Om Prakash Jat.</p>

<p>"In return, the person with contacts in the Pakistan embassy (high commission) asked Maheshwari to start WhatsApp on his mobile phone using a SIM card, which he received from one Saqlain Thaim, a resident of Jamnagar. Maheshwari then shared the OTP to activate WhatsApp with that man," Jat said.</p>

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<p>"The Indian Military Intelligence recently learnt&nbsp;that either the Pakistan Army or Pakistan's intelligence agency had somehow acquired an Indian SIM card, which was being used for spying on Indian defence personnel by sending them malware through WhatsApp. Based on the information, we apprehended Maheshwari from Tarapur in Anand, where he runs a grocery shop," he reportedly added.</p>

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A Pakistani man was nabbed by India's anti-terrorist squad on Friday (Oct 20) for allegedly spying on Indian defence personnel via WhatsApp, media reports said citing an official. The arrest was made in the Indian state of Gujarat by state police's ATS team. Reports said that the accused is a native of Pakistan and was granted Indian citizenship in 2005. The incident came to light after ATS received military intel that an Indian WhatsApp number was operated from Pakistan to spy on defence personnel. The identified suspect behind the crime is 53-year-old Labhshankar Maheshwari from Tarapur town in Anand district in Gujarat. The snooping was done to allegedly help Pakistani authorities. The plot involved sending spyware to the WhatsApp of Indian defence personnel in the garb of a fake 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, which sought to encourage every Indian household to sport the national flag. Also Read | Delhi-Meerut RRTS: India's first semi-high-speed regional rail to be called 'Namo Bharat' When these officials clicked on the spyware, it installed the tracking malware. The accused has been booked under Indian Penal Code (IPC) section 123 (concealing with intent to facilitate a design to wage war against the government) and 121-A (conspiracy to wage war against the government) and under relevant sections of the Information Technology Act. What led to the conspiracy? According to the investigation, Maheshwari conceded to have helped in the conspiracy so that he could fast-track his visa process, along with that of his wife and two other family members. Also Read | Hardeep Nijjar row: Canada withdraws 41 diplomats from India after Delhi's warning over diplomatic immunity They wanted to visit Pakistan to meet relatives, reports said quoting ATS Superintendent of Police Om Prakash Jat. "In return, the person with contacts in the Pakistan embassy (high commission) asked Maheshwari to start WhatsApp on his mobile phone using a SIM card, which he received from one Saqlain Thaim, a resident of Jamnagar. Maheshwari then shared the OTP to activate WhatsApp with that man," Jat said. Watch | Nawaz Sharif granted bail, his arrest warrants suspended × "The Indian Military Intelligence recently learnt that either the Pakistan Army or Pakistan's intelligence agency had somehow acquired an Indian SIM card, which was being used for spying on Indian defence personnel by sending them malware through WhatsApp. Based on the information, we apprehended Maheshwari from Tarapur in Anand, where he runs a grocery shop," he reportedly added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Canada has once again made a poor diplomatic show as it chose to evade the most important question posed by a journalist amid the country's row with India over the killing of&nbsp;Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. During the interaction with the media, after Canada withdrew 41 of its diplomats from India, Foreign Minister Melanie Joly was asked a straightforward question. The question was whether Canada has shown the evidence to India which confirms that there is an Indian government hand behind the killing of the Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, as alleged by Ottawa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the question was fired by the journalist, the Canadian minister looked like she was at a loss for words and had no direct answer.</p>

<p>India has already asked Canada to give it the evidence to support its contentious claims, but Ottawa has so far come up with nothing but the same rhetoric.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While navigating through her stammering and fumbling, Joly said that Canada first raised the issue with India, and then only the Prime Minister Justin Trudeau chose to bring it to the Parliament.</p>

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<p>She said that there were different conversations held with India and that allegations&nbsp;leveled by Trudeau were not a surprise.&nbsp;Joly's response seemed like a clear digression from addressing the issue clearly and head-on.</p>

<p>Later, when the media person pressed on, Joly once more dodged the question and continued saying that Indian officials were made aware of the "credible allegations" and based on that India has decided to take their own decisions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Upon listening to Joly dilly-dallying for about a minute and not responding to the posed question, the reporter while thanking Joly also asserted that she did not answer what was asked. At this point, the Canadian FM looked a bit irate and asserted that she did address the question and that "links and information" were shared.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>India-Canada diplomatic row&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The India-Canada diplomatic row further heightened as Canada,&nbsp; which withdrew dozens of its diplomats as sought by India to reach diplomatic parity, accused New Delhi of breaking norms of "diplomatic immunity."</p>

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<p>This came as India, while demanding a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats, also cautioned Ottawa that if this was not made sure, it would remove their diplomatic immunity.</p>

<p>India's external affairs ministry has since responded and rubbished "any attempt to portray the implementation of parity as a violation of international norms."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our actions in implementing this parity are fully consistent with Article 11.1 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations," it said.</p>

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<p>It quoted the article which read, "In the absence of specific agreement as to the size of the mission, the receiving State may require that the size of a mission be kept within limits considered by it to be reasonable and normal, having regard to circumstances and conditions in the receiving State and to the needs of the particular mission.”</p>

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Canada has once again made a poor diplomatic show as it chose to evade the most important question posed by a journalist amid the country's row with India over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Canada has once again made a poor diplomatic show as it chose to evade the most important question posed by a journalist amid the country's row with India over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. During the interaction with the media, after Canada withdrew 41 of its diplomats from India, Foreign Minister Melanie Joly was asked a straightforward question. The question was whether Canada has shown the evidence to India which confirms that there is an Indian government hand behind the killing of the Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, as alleged by Ottawa. After the question was fired by the journalist, the Canadian minister looked like she was at a loss for words and had no direct answer. India has already asked Canada to give it the evidence to support its contentious claims, but Ottawa has so far come up with nothing but the same rhetoric. While navigating through her stammering and fumbling, Joly said that Canada first raised the issue with India, and then only the Prime Minister Justin Trudeau chose to bring it to the Parliament. Also Read | 'Parity not violation of international norms': India hits back at Canada, says it upholds Vienna Convention She said that there were different conversations held with India and that allegations leveled by Trudeau were not a surprise. Joly's response seemed like a clear digression from addressing the issue clearly and head-on. Later, when the media person pressed on, Joly once more dodged the question and continued saying that Indian officials were made aware of the "credible allegations" and based on that India has decided to take their own decisions. Upon listening to Joly dilly-dallying for about a minute and not responding to the posed question, the reporter while thanking Joly also asserted that she did not answer what was asked. At this point, the Canadian FM looked a bit irate and asserted that she did address the question and that "links and information" were shared. Also Read | Canadian visa services to face delays after New Delhi kicks out 41 diplomats India-Canada diplomatic row The India-Canada diplomatic row further heightened as Canada, which withdrew dozens of its diplomats as sought by India to reach diplomatic parity, accused New Delhi of breaking norms of "diplomatic immunity." #BREAKING: Canadian Foreign Minister @melaniejoly left red faced in a media interaction as she is unable to answer question on why Canada failed to share any evidence with India on killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canada confirms withdrawing 41 diplomats from… pic.twitter.com/ineznOsMSD — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) October 20, 2023 × This came as India, while demanding a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats, also cautioned Ottawa that if this was not made sure, it would remove their diplomatic immunity. India's external affairs ministry has since responded and rubbished "any attempt to portray the implementation of parity as a violation of international norms." "Our actions in implementing this parity are fully consistent with Article 11.1 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations," it said. Watch | Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder row intensifies: 41 Canada diplomats leave India in last 24 hours | WION × It quoted the article which read, "In the absence of specific agreement as to the size of the mission, the receiving State may require that the size of a mission be kept within limits considered by it to be reasonable and normal, having regard to circumstances and conditions in the receiving State and to the needs of the particular mission.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>After Canada withdrew dozens of its diplomats from India and accused the nation of breaking norms of "diplomatic immunity," the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has hit back and rubbished all such claims.</p>

<p>All of this played&nbsp;out as a total of 41 Canadian diplomats left India following the diplomatic row over Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, MEA rejected "any attempt to portray the implementation of parity as a violation of international norms."</p>

<p>This comes after Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Thursday (Oct 19) said “if we allow the norm of diplomatic immunity to be broken, no diplomats anywhere on the planet would be safe. So for this reason, we will not reciprocate.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Over reducing the diplomatic presence of Canada in the country, India has already clarified that there must be a "parity" in Canadian diplomatic presence in India.&nbsp;New Delhi earlier ordered Ottawa to reduce its bloated&nbsp;diplomatic presence in India to 21 from 62.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India, while demanding a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats, also cautioned Ottawa that if this was not made sure, it would remove the diplomatic immunity for them.</p>

<p>"We have seen the Statement by the Government of Canada on October 19 regarding Canadian diplomatic presence in India. The state of our bilateral relations, the much higher number of Canadian diplomats in India, and their continued interference in our internal affairs warrant a parity in mutual diplomatic presence in New Delhi and Ottawa," the Indian foreign ministry explained.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>MEA also stated that India has been engaged with the Canadian side in connection to this issue over the last month. It added that the discussions were held "to work out the details and modalities of its implementation."</p>

<p>"Our actions in implementing this parity are fully consistent with Article 11.1 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations," MEA said. It quoted the article which read,&nbsp;"In the absence of specific agreement as to the size of the mission, the receiving State may require that the size of a mission be kept within limits considered by it to be reasonable and normal, having regard to circumstances and conditions in the receiving State and to the needs of the particular mission.”</p>

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<p>India-Canada ties have nosedived after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau accused India of behind the killing of Nijjar. India has since rejected all these allegations multiple times and sought evidence, something that Canada has failed to provide to this date. After Canada's sweeping allegations, MEA labeled them as simply absurd and baseless.</p>

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After Canada withdrew dozens of its diplomats from India and accused the nation of breaking norms of "diplomatic immunity," the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has hit back and rubbished all such claims. All of this played out as a total of 41 Canadian diplomats left India following the diplomatic row over Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in Canada. In a statement, MEA rejected "any attempt to portray the implementation of parity as a violation of international norms." This comes after Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Thursday (Oct 19) said “if we allow the norm of diplomatic immunity to be broken, no diplomats anywhere on the planet would be safe. So for this reason, we will not reciprocate.” Over reducing the diplomatic presence of Canada in the country, India has already clarified that there must be a "parity" in Canadian diplomatic presence in India. New Delhi earlier ordered Ottawa to reduce its bloated diplomatic presence in India to 21 from 62. Also Read | Canadian visa services to face delays after New Delhi kicks out 41 diplomats India, while demanding a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats, also cautioned Ottawa that if this was not made sure, it would remove the diplomatic immunity for them. "We have seen the Statement by the Government of Canada on October 19 regarding Canadian diplomatic presence in India. The state of our bilateral relations, the much higher number of Canadian diplomats in India, and their continued interference in our internal affairs warrant a parity in mutual diplomatic presence in New Delhi and Ottawa," the Indian foreign ministry explained. Also Read | Hardeep Nijjar row: Canada withdraws 41 diplomats from India after Delhi's warning over diplomatic immunity MEA also stated that India has been engaged with the Canadian side in connection to this issue over the last month. It added that the discussions were held "to work out the details and modalities of its implementation." "Our actions in implementing this parity are fully consistent with Article 11.1 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations," MEA said. It quoted the article which read, "In the absence of specific agreement as to the size of the mission, the receiving State may require that the size of a mission be kept within limits considered by it to be reasonable and normal, having regard to circumstances and conditions in the receiving State and to the needs of the particular mission.” Watch | Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder row intensifies: 41 Canada diplomats leave India in last 24 hours | WION × India-Canada ties have nosedived after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau accused India of behind the killing of Nijjar. India has since rejected all these allegations multiple times and sought evidence, something that Canada has failed to provide to this date. After Canada's sweeping allegations, MEA labeled them as simply absurd and baseless. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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The Indian government on Wednesday permitted exports of over 1 million tonnes of non-basmati white rice to seven countries. This comes three months after the Indian government banned its exports to boost domestic supply to tackle rising food prices.

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<p>Air India Express and AIX Connect, subsidiaries of the Tata-owned Air India Group, have launched a unified brand identity under the name "Air India Express." This new identity was introduced on the latest Boeing B737-8 aircraft during its flight from Hyderabad to Mumbai, highlighting a significant milestone, Deccan Herald reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rebranding features a fresh visual identity with the Tata Group selecting orange and turquoise as primary colours, complemented by tangerine and ice blue as secondary colours, following Air India's recent brand makeover.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The integrated entity of Air India Express and AirAsia India will now operate solely as Air India Express, marking the end of the AIX India brand. The report by Deccan Herald cited Aloke Singh, Managing Director of Air India Express, clarified that while designator codes IX and I5 will persist for some time, all services, sales, and distribution will consolidate under the unified Air India Express brand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two B-737-8 aircraft, out of a total order of 470, have already joined Air India Express' fleet. These aircraft will soon begin commercial operations, with the first flight scheduled on the Delhi-Guwahati-Imphal route on October 19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Air India Express is set to expand ambitiously, planning to induct 50 new aircraft into its fleet within the next 15 months. This expansion will see the airline double in size over the next five years, targeting a fleet of about 170 narrow-body aircraft. The airline is also eyeing expansion into tier-2 and tier-3 cities in India, along with extending its reach to the Gulf, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a Times of India report, Campbell Wilson, CEO of Air India and Chairman of Air India Express, emphasised the magnitude of this expansion, noting that on average, the Air India Group will take delivery of one new aircraft every six days until the end of 2024. He also mentioned that the merger of AirAsia India and Air India Express is progressing well, along with the planning and approvals for the merger of Air India and Vistara. Simultaneously, India's largest training academy is making substantial progress in its development.&nbsp;</p>

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Air India Express and AIX Connect, subsidiaries of the Tata-owned Air India Group, have launched a unified brand identity under the name "Air India Express." This new identity was introduced on the latest Boeing B737-8 aircraft during its flight from Hyderabad to Mumbai, highlighting a significant milestone, Deccan Herald reported.

Air India Express and AIX Connect, subsidiaries of the Tata-owned Air India Group, have launched a unified brand identity under the name "Air India Express." This new identity was introduced on the latest Boeing B737-8 aircraft during its flight from Hyderabad to Mumbai, highlighting a significant milestone, Deccan Herald reported. The rebranding features a fresh visual identity with the Tata Group selecting orange and turquoise as primary colours, complemented by tangerine and ice blue as secondary colours, following Air India's recent brand makeover. The integrated entity of Air India Express and AirAsia India will now operate solely as Air India Express, marking the end of the AIX India brand. The report by Deccan Herald cited Aloke Singh, Managing Director of Air India Express, clarified that while designator codes IX and I5 will persist for some time, all services, sales, and distribution will consolidate under the unified Air India Express brand. Two B-737-8 aircraft, out of a total order of 470, have already joined Air India Express' fleet. These aircraft will soon begin commercial operations, with the first flight scheduled on the Delhi-Guwahati-Imphal route on October 19. Air India Express is set to expand ambitiously, planning to induct 50 new aircraft into its fleet within the next 15 months. This expansion will see the airline double in size over the next five years, targeting a fleet of about 170 narrow-body aircraft. The airline is also eyeing expansion into tier-2 and tier-3 cities in India, along with extending its reach to the Gulf, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. According to a Times of India report, Campbell Wilson, CEO of Air India and Chairman of Air India Express, emphasised the magnitude of this expansion, noting that on average, the Air India Group will take delivery of one new aircraft every six days until the end of 2024. He also mentioned that the merger of AirAsia India and Air India Express is progressing well, along with the planning and approvals for the merger of Air India and Vistara. Simultaneously, India's largest training academy is making substantial progress in its development. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>India and the UK are currently engaged in arduous negotiations concerning a free trade agreement, and as stances on key issues harden, it appears increasingly likely that the talks will extend into November, Bloomberg reported citing two individuals with knowledge of the discussions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although significant headway has been made in the negotiations, with many chapters effectively concluded, both sides, however, have now become entrenched in debates surrounding outstanding matters related to goods, services, and investment. The sources cited by Bloomberg, who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitive nature of the discussions, reported the ongoing challenges.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The absence of a breakthrough on these remaining points of contention threatens to prolong the timeline for a trade deal. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson had previously expressed his desire to finalise the agreement by Diwali last year. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had even extended an invitation to his British counterpart, Rishi Sunak, to visit India and sign the deal at the end of October. However, this schedule is now expected to be postponed unless the lingering issues are resolved.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Bloomberg report, this week, a team of Indian trade negotiators have arrived in the UK to expedite discussions during the ongoing 13th round of negotiations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both India and the UK are eager to conclude nearly two years of talks concerning this landmark free trade deal. The agreement aims to provide both of these economic powerhouses with expanded access to each other's markets, with the ambitious goal of doubling bilateral trade by 2030.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, both nations had exhibited flexibility by making concessions on specific matters. India had agreed to reduce tariffs on British automobiles and scotch whisky, while the UK had been willing to ease certain visa regulations for Indian professionals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last week, a delegation of 30 UK officials, led by Amanda Brooks, the director general for trade negotiations, had travelled to New Delhi to address the remaining issues. The ultimate fate of this pact will require a political decision from both Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Sunak to navigate any remaining hurdles.&nbsp;</p>

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India and the UK are currently engaged in arduous negotiations concerning a free trade agreement, and as stances on key issues harden, it appears increasingly likely that the talks will extend into November, Bloomberg reported citing two individuals with knowledge of the discussions.

India and the UK are currently engaged in arduous negotiations concerning a free trade agreement, and as stances on key issues harden, it appears increasingly likely that the talks will extend into November, Bloomberg reported citing two individuals with knowledge of the discussions. Although significant headway has been made in the negotiations, with many chapters effectively concluded, both sides, however, have now become entrenched in debates surrounding outstanding matters related to goods, services, and investment. The sources cited by Bloomberg, who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitive nature of the discussions, reported the ongoing challenges. The absence of a breakthrough on these remaining points of contention threatens to prolong the timeline for a trade deal. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson had previously expressed his desire to finalise the agreement by Diwali last year. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had even extended an invitation to his British counterpart, Rishi Sunak, to visit India and sign the deal at the end of October. However, this schedule is now expected to be postponed unless the lingering issues are resolved. According to the Bloomberg report, this week, a team of Indian trade negotiators have arrived in the UK to expedite discussions during the ongoing 13th round of negotiations. Both India and the UK are eager to conclude nearly two years of talks concerning this landmark free trade deal. The agreement aims to provide both of these economic powerhouses with expanded access to each other's markets, with the ambitious goal of doubling bilateral trade by 2030. Previously, both nations had exhibited flexibility by making concessions on specific matters. India had agreed to reduce tariffs on British automobiles and scotch whisky, while the UK had been willing to ease certain visa regulations for Indian professionals. Last week, a delegation of 30 UK officials, led by Amanda Brooks, the director general for trade negotiations, had travelled to New Delhi to address the remaining issues. The ultimate fate of this pact will require a political decision from both Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Sunak to navigate any remaining hurdles. (With inputs from Bloomberg) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>India's External Affairs Ministry, on Thursday (Oct 19), said that the present situation in Gaza is unfavourable for an evacuation and the four Indian citizens stranded in the conflict-torn region will be repatriated as soon as New Delhi gets a chance.</p>

<p>"The situation in Gaza is difficult for any evacuation but if we get a chance, we will get them out," MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.</p>

<p>"One of them is in the West Bank," he said.</p>

<p>Further condemning the unprecedented attack on Israel, Bagchi said that for now, there were no reports of any Indian casualty from Gaza.</p>

<p>He said that one Indian who was wounded in the attack has been receiving medical treatment and is now in stable condition.</p>

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<p>India called for strict observance of international humanitarian law after a strike on a hospital in Gaza claimed the lives of many.</p>

<p>Bagchi during the press briefing said that India is concerned over civilian casualties and the prevailing humanitarian situation in the war-struck region.</p>

<p>"We would urge strict observance of international humanitarian law," he said.</p>

<p>"You have seen the Prime Minister's tweet. PM has expressed his concern over the death of civilians and extended his condolences to the families. India condemns all forms of violence," Bagchi said.</p>

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<p>He also called the international community to stand together in "combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations."</p>

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<p>"There was also the issue of Palestine and on that, we have reiterated our position in favour of direct negotiations for establishing a two-state solution. We have also expressed our concern about the civilian casualties and the humanitarian situation. We would urge the strict observance of international humanitarian law," he further added.</p>

<p>Speaking about Operation Ajay, Bagchi said, "Till now, 1,200 people have come back in five flights from Israel. 18 Nepalese have also come back."</p>

<p>As per the Gaza Health Ministry, over 3,300 people have been killed and over 12,000 injured in Gaza since the war began.</p>

<p>Around 1400 people in Israel have been killed and 3,800 wounded in the unprecedented attack launched by the militant group Hamas since Oct 7.&nbsp;</p>

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India's External Affairs Ministry, on Thursday (Oct 19), said that the present situation in Gaza is unfavourable for an evacuation and the four Indian citizens stranded in the conflict-torn region will be repatriated as soon as New Delhi gets a chance.

India's External Affairs Ministry, on Thursday (Oct 19), said that the present situation in Gaza is unfavourable for an evacuation and the four Indian citizens stranded in the conflict-torn region will be repatriated as soon as New Delhi gets a chance. "The situation in Gaza is difficult for any evacuation but if we get a chance, we will get them out," MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said. "One of them is in the West Bank," he said. Further condemning the unprecedented attack on Israel, Bagchi said that for now, there were no reports of any Indian casualty from Gaza. He said that one Indian who was wounded in the attack has been receiving medical treatment and is now in stable condition. Also read: Explained | What is Islamic Jihad, the group blamed for deadly blast in Gaza hospital MEA calls for strict observance of humanitarian law India called for strict observance of international humanitarian law after a strike on a hospital in Gaza claimed the lives of many. Bagchi during the press briefing said that India is concerned over civilian casualties and the prevailing humanitarian situation in the war-struck region. "We would urge strict observance of international humanitarian law," he said. "You have seen the Prime Minister's tweet. PM has expressed his concern over the death of civilians and extended his condolences to the families. India condemns all forms of violence," Bagchi said. #WATCH | Delhi: On the Israel-Palestine issue, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi says, "...You would have seen the comments, the tweets as well as statement from Prime Minister...We have strongly condemned the horrific terrorist attack on Israel. The international community must… pic.twitter.com/CavDBELDAS — ANI (@ANI) October 19, 2023 × He also called the international community to stand together in "combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations." #WATCH | Delhi: On operation Ajay, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi says, "1200 Indians have come back in five flights under operation Ajay, including 18 Nepali nationals..." pic.twitter.com/rC9Kh8zpvp — ANI (@ANI) October 19, 2023 × "There was also the issue of Palestine and on that, we have reiterated our position in favour of direct negotiations for establishing a two-state solution. We have also expressed our concern about the civilian casualties and the humanitarian situation. We would urge the strict observance of international humanitarian law," he further added. Speaking about Operation Ajay, Bagchi said, "Till now, 1,200 people have come back in five flights from Israel. 18 Nepalese have also come back." As per the Gaza Health Ministry, over 3,300 people have been killed and over 12,000 injured in Gaza since the war began. Around 1400 people in Israel have been killed and 3,800 wounded in the unprecedented attack launched by the militant group Hamas since Oct 7. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with Palestinian Authority President&nbsp;Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19).&nbsp;He reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue.&nbsp;It is worth noting that India has "strongly condemned the horrific terrorist attack on Israel" and is "in favour of direct negotiations for establishing a two-state solution."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a post on X social media platform, Modi wrote, "Spoke to the President of the Palestinian Authority H.E. Mahmoud Abbas. Conveyed my condolences for the loss of civilian lives at the Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza. We will continue to send humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people. Shared our deep concern at the terrorism, violence and deteriorating security situation in the region. Reiterated India's long-standing principled position on the Israel-Palestine issue."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Days after Hamas' attack on Israel, Modi had spoken with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and showed his support for the West Asian nation which witnessed the killing of thousands of its civilians. India and Israel are long-standing allies and the leaders of both nations share great camaraderie.</p>

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<p>“I thank Prime Minister @netanyahu for his phone call and providing an update on the ongoing situation. People of India stand firmly with Israel in this difficult hour. India strongly and unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations”, the prime minister had posted at the time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India has already flagged concerns over growing civilian casualties and urged for international humanitarian laws to be adhered to. In order to assist the Indians stranded in Israel, MEA set up a 24-hour control room and launched 'Operation Ajay' to bring them back to India.</p>

<p>The outrage in the Israel-Hamas war has mounted significantly after an inhumane attack on a Gaza hospital which left hundreds reportedly dead and injured.&nbsp;The Israel Defense Forces (IDF)&nbsp;has released a recording of an alleged intercepted conversation between two Hamas militants who lamented that the deadly strike on the hospital occurred by a projectile fired by Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ). However, PIJ has denied any involvement and instead accused Israel of the attack on the hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a major push for the 'Make in India' campaign, tech giant Google will soon kickstart the manufacturing of Pixel smartphones in the country, a news agency said quoting a company executive.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes days after the Indian Prime Minister lauded Google’s partnership with Hewlett Packard (HP) to manufacture Chromebooks in India. Modi on Monday (Oct 16) virtually interacted with Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai and held discussions over Google’s plan to expand its electronics manufacturing in India.</p>

<p>While speaking at a Google for India event, Rick Osterloh, senior vice president of devices and services, said Google will collaborate with global and domestic manufacturers in a bid to produce these smartphones in India.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"India is a priority market for Pixel smartphones, and we're committed to bringing the best of our hardware and underlying built-in software capabilities to people across the country," Osterloh said.</p>

<h2><strong>Pixel 8 Phones to kickstart production&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The production will kickstart from the Pixel 8 phones. As per reports, the first units are anticipated to become available in 2024. Earlier this month, Google launched Pixel 8 in India and other global markets. It also launched a premium Pixel 8 Pro model.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is an early step in a long journey of expanding our device production capacity and helping meet the country's growing demand for Pixel smartphones," Osterloh said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It remains unclear as to where the manufacturing will take place. In another significant announcement, the company said that there are plans to allow users to book metro tickets directly from the Google Maps app.</p>

<p>Google already has a major base of Indians using its popular payment app, Google Pay. Google also said that it will partner with an Indian non-bank lender, DMI Finance, to secure small loans for merchants starting at 15,000 rupees ($180).</p>

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In a major push for the 'Make in India' campaign, tech giant Google will soon kickstart the manufacturing of Pixel smartphones in the country, a news agency said quoting a company executive. This comes days after the Indian Prime Minister lauded Google’s partnership with Hewlett Packard (HP) to manufacture Chromebooks in India. Modi on Monday (Oct 16) virtually interacted with Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai and held discussions over Google’s plan to expand its electronics manufacturing in India. While speaking at a Google for India event, Rick Osterloh, senior vice president of devices and services, said Google will collaborate with global and domestic manufacturers in a bid to produce these smartphones in India. Also Read | Scientists find dwarf planet near Mars that might be hosting alien life "India is a priority market for Pixel smartphones, and we're committed to bringing the best of our hardware and underlying built-in software capabilities to people across the country," Osterloh said. Pixel 8 Phones to kickstart production The production will kickstart from the Pixel 8 phones. As per reports, the first units are anticipated to become available in 2024. Earlier this month, Google launched Pixel 8 in India and other global markets. It also launched a premium Pixel 8 Pro model. "This is an early step in a long journey of expanding our device production capacity and helping meet the country's growing demand for Pixel smartphones," Osterloh said. Also Read | See 400,000 galaxies near Milky Way in this amazing 'galactic atlas' It remains unclear as to where the manufacturing will take place. In another significant announcement, the company said that there are plans to allow users to book metro tickets directly from the Google Maps app. Google already has a major base of Indians using its popular payment app, Google Pay. Google also said that it will partner with an Indian non-bank lender, DMI Finance, to secure small loans for merchants starting at 15,000 rupees ($180). Watch | Israel-Palestine war: 5 Hezbollah fighters killed in latest clashes × Companies across the world are vying to diversify their supply chains. As for Google, India can serve as a major growth driver. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>A police officer from the Indian state of Maharashtra has been suspended from duty for playing on a fantasy gaming platform, which led to him winning a whopping sum of money, media reports said citing officials.</p>

<p>The incident is related to Pimpri Chinchwad police in the northwest Pune city.&nbsp;The sub-inspector Somnath Zende is facing scrutiny for winning prize worth over&nbsp;$180,000 on the cricket gaming platform after being suspended.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The action taken against the police officer came after a probe into the matter about a week ago.&nbsp; As per reports quoting the officials, a departmental inquiry will now be conducted against the officer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police reportedly said the probe will examine&nbsp;if the actions of the officer were illegal and if rules pertaining to the law enforcement officers were violated.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The police officer reportedly won the huge amount by playing on the platform during the ICC Men's World Cup match.</p>

<p>The tournament started on October &nbsp;5 and is being hosted by India. It is set to conclude on November 19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The news has gained massive traction even though playing on online platforms has become a well-known thing, especially during major tournaments and world cups.</p>

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<p>However, the case is gaining eyeballs as it is very rare to have seen the involvement of a police officer in such scenarios.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zende was posted at the Riot Control team of the Pimpri Chinchwad police commissioner at the time of the incident. Commissioner Vinoy Kumar Choubey ordered a preliminary inquiry into the matter on October 11.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The inquiry was conducted by Deputy Commissioner of Police Swapna Gore. Now, as the departmental inquiry is underway, the police officer will be kept under suspension.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The departmental inquiry will be conducted by another officer of DCP rank, as per reports quoting a senior officer of the Pimpri Chinchwad police.</p>

<p>Fantasy gaming encompasses a plethora of gaming apps and platforms. Participants get the option to create their virtual teams. Names of real cricketers are shown there and participants can choose from among them.</p>

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<p>If the player in the real game scores well, the participants gain points or money.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per earlier reports, India's fantasy gaming industry is expected to grow massively in the coming years, a joint report by Deloitte and the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS) has shown.</p>

<p>The report stated that the industry may attain revenues in excess of $3 billion (Rs 25,240 crore) by FY27, up from $828 million (Rs 6,800 crore) in FY22. Apart from revenue, the user base is likely to nearly triple from the current 180 million (18 crores) to 500 million (50 crores). &nbsp;Overall, the industry is expected to grow at a 30 percent&nbsp;compound annual growth rate till FY27.</p>

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A police officer from the Indian state of Maharashtra has been suspended from duty for playing on a fantasy gaming platform, which led to him winning a whopping sum of money, media reports said citing officials.

A police officer from the Indian state of Maharashtra has been suspended from duty for playing on a fantasy gaming platform, which led to him winning a whopping sum of money, media reports said citing officials. The incident is related to Pimpri Chinchwad police in the northwest Pune city. The sub-inspector Somnath Zende is facing scrutiny for winning prize worth over $180,000 on the cricket gaming platform after being suspended. The action taken against the police officer came after a probe into the matter about a week ago. As per reports quoting the officials, a departmental inquiry will now be conducted against the officer. Police reportedly said the probe will examine if the actions of the officer were illegal and if rules pertaining to the law enforcement officers were violated. Also Read | Air India Express unveils new identity and bold expansion plans The police officer reportedly won the huge amount by playing on the platform during the ICC Men's World Cup match. The tournament started on October 5 and is being hosted by India. It is set to conclude on November 19. The news has gained massive traction even though playing on online platforms has become a well-known thing, especially during major tournaments and world cups. Also Read | This factory in India's Kerala, with 95 pc women workforce, supplies uniform to Israel Police However, the case is gaining eyeballs as it is very rare to have seen the involvement of a police officer in such scenarios. Zende was posted at the Riot Control team of the Pimpri Chinchwad police commissioner at the time of the incident. Commissioner Vinoy Kumar Choubey ordered a preliminary inquiry into the matter on October 11. The inquiry was conducted by Deputy Commissioner of Police Swapna Gore. Now, as the departmental inquiry is underway, the police officer will be kept under suspension. The departmental inquiry will be conducted by another officer of DCP rank, as per reports quoting a senior officer of the Pimpri Chinchwad police. Fantasy gaming encompasses a plethora of gaming apps and platforms. Participants get the option to create their virtual teams. Names of real cricketers are shown there and participants can choose from among them. Watch | Widespread protests rage throughout Pakistan-occupied Kashmir × If the player in the real game scores well, the participants gain points or money. As per earlier reports, India's fantasy gaming industry is expected to grow massively in the coming years, a joint report by Deloitte and the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS) has shown. The report stated that the industry may attain revenues in excess of $3 billion (Rs 25,240 crore) by FY27, up from $828 million (Rs 6,800 crore) in FY22. Apart from revenue, the user base is likely to nearly triple from the current 180 million (18 crores) to 500 million (50 crores). Overall, the industry is expected to grow at a 30 percent compound annual growth rate till FY27. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Indian cop wins over $180,000 on fantasy gaming platform, faces departmental probe

<p><strong>IND vs BAN Head-to-Head</strong>: India and Bangladesh will lock horns in the upcoming 17th match of ICC World Cup 2023 on Thursday (Oct 19) at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.<br />
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After a comfortable win against Pakistan, Afghanistan and Australia, India is three for three in the tournament.<br />
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On the other hand, Bangladesh began the tournament with a win against Afghanistan. However, they lost in their recent two games against England and New Zealand.</p>

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According to reports, Bangladesh Captain Shakib Al Hasan is suffering a minor quad injury but is likely to recover before the crucial game against India.</p>

<h2><strong>IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: Head-to-Head Stats</strong></h2>

<p>India have the upper hand over their Bangladeshi counterparts. India and Bangladesh have faced each other 4o times in ODI matches, out of which 31 matches have been won by India and 8 by Bangladesh.<br />
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<strong>Total matches Played</strong>: 40<br />
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<strong>Won by India: </strong>31<br />
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<strong>Won by Bangladesh</strong>: 8</p>

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<h2><strong>IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: India vs Bangladesh probable playing XI</strong></h2>

<p><strong>India: </strong>Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah<br />
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<strong>Bangladesh: </strong>Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman</p>

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<strong>IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: India vs Bangladesh squad</strong></h2>

<p><strong>India squad:</strong> Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav.<br />
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<strong>Bangladesh squad: </strong>Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Kumer Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto (vc), Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.<br />
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<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


IND vs BAN Head-to-Head: India and Bangladesh will lock horns in the upcoming 17th match of ICC World Cup 2023 on Thursday (Oct 19) at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

IND vs BAN Head-to-Head: India and Bangladesh will lock horns in the upcoming 17th match of ICC World Cup 2023 on Thursday (Oct 19) at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. After a comfortable win against Pakistan, Afghanistan and Australia, India is three for three in the tournament. On the other hand, Bangladesh began the tournament with a win against Afghanistan. However, they lost in their recent two games against England and New Zealand. Also read: ODI World Cup: Lucky to get Kohli out 5 times, he is the best batter, says Shakib ahead of Ind vs Ban tie According to reports, Bangladesh Captain Shakib Al Hasan is suffering a minor quad injury but is likely to recover before the crucial game against India. IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: Head-to-Head Stats India have the upper hand over their Bangladeshi counterparts. India and Bangladesh have faced each other 4o times in ODI matches, out of which 31 matches have been won by India and 8 by Bangladesh. Total matches Played: 40 Won by India: 31 Won by Bangladesh: 8 Also read: Rohit has adopted the most aggressive approach among all captains in ODI World Cup 2023, says Irfan IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: India vs Bangladesh probable playing XI India: Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman IND vs BAN, World Cup 2023: India vs Bangladesh squad India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav. Bangladesh squad: Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Kumer Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto (vc), Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib. (With inputs from agencies)

IND vs BAN Head-to-Head: Check India vs Bangladesh ODI records ahead of World Cup match, probable playing XI

The unmanned test flight for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission is scheduled to launch on October 21, according to an announcement made by the Indian Space Research Organization (Isro). The test will show how well the crew escape system functions.

India: Gaganyaan mission involves a three-day stay in space

<p>India has announced a reduction in the windfall tax on petroleum crude, aviation turbine fuel (ATF), and diesel, offering relief to consumers and the energy industry. The changes, which are set to take effect on October 18, come after previous increases in these taxes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a Reuters report, the windfall tax on petroleum crude will be lowered from 12,100 rupees ($145) per ton to 9,050 rupees ($108) per ton. Simultaneously, the government will decrease the windfall tax on ATF from 2.50 rupees ($0.03) per litre to 1 rupee ($0.01) per litre and reduce the tax on diesel from 5 rupees ($0.06) per litre to 4 rupees ($0.04) per litre. These adjustments aim to address the economic burden on consumers facing rising fuel costs and provide some reprieve.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government originally introduced windfall taxes on the sale of locally produced crude oil on July 1, 2022, in response to the significant profits garnered by oil exploration and production companies amid multi-year high crude oil prices, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a report from Mint stated. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The report also mentioned that while these changes are expected to provide relief to consumers and alleviate financial pressures, it is important to note that international oil prices remain dynamic. On October 17, global oil prices saw an increase. Brent futures rose by $0.74 to reach $90.39 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude increased by $0.69 to $87.35. The oil market's fluctuations are influenced by various global factors, including political developments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the domestic market, crude oil futures with an expiry date of October 19 were trading lower by 0.7 per cent at 7,188 rupees ($86.3) per barrel on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). During the trading session, the price fluctuated between 7,132 ($85.6) and 7,528 ($90.4) rupees per barrel, compared to the previous close at 7,239 rupees per barrel. &nbsp;</p>

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India has announced a reduction in the windfall tax on petroleum crude, aviation turbine fuel (ATF), and diesel, offering relief to consumers and the energy industry.

India has announced a reduction in the windfall tax on petroleum crude, aviation turbine fuel (ATF), and diesel, offering relief to consumers and the energy industry. The changes, which are set to take effect on October 18, come after previous increases in these taxes. According to a Reuters report, the windfall tax on petroleum crude will be lowered from 12,100 rupees ($145) per ton to 9,050 rupees ($108) per ton. Simultaneously, the government will decrease the windfall tax on ATF from 2.50 rupees ($0.03) per litre to 1 rupee ($0.01) per litre and reduce the tax on diesel from 5 rupees ($0.06) per litre to 4 rupees ($0.04) per litre. These adjustments aim to address the economic burden on consumers facing rising fuel costs and provide some reprieve. The government originally introduced windfall taxes on the sale of locally produced crude oil on July 1, 2022, in response to the significant profits garnered by oil exploration and production companies amid multi-year high crude oil prices, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a report from Mint stated. The report also mentioned that while these changes are expected to provide relief to consumers and alleviate financial pressures, it is important to note that international oil prices remain dynamic. On October 17, global oil prices saw an increase. Brent futures rose by $0.74 to reach $90.39 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude increased by $0.69 to $87.35. The oil market's fluctuations are influenced by various global factors, including political developments. In the domestic market, crude oil futures with an expiry date of October 19 were trading lower by 0.7 per cent at 7,188 rupees ($86.3) per barrel on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). During the trading session, the price fluctuated between 7,132 ($85.6) and 7,528 ($90.4) rupees per barrel, compared to the previous close at 7,239 rupees per barrel. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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