P Chidambaram arrested from home in INX media case, to be produced in CBI court today Chidambaram was arrested in the INX Media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers.

P Chidambaram arrested from home in INX media case, to be produced in CBI court today Chidambaram was arrested in the INX Media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers. Akshay Kumar is the only Indian actor in Forbes annual best-paid actor list, Dwayne Johnson tops Akshay Kumar is the only Indian actor to feature in Forbes annual list of best-paid actors. Kumar takes the fourth position in the list as he raked in $65 million in the past one year. Amazon, Microsoft, putting the world at risk of killer artificial intelligence: Study Amazon, Microsoft and Intel are among leading tech companies putting the world at risk through killer robot development, according to a report that surveyed major players from the sector about their stance on lethal autonomous weapons. Trump calls Danish PM's rebuff of Greenland idea 'nasty' as trip cancellation stuns Danes US President Donald Trump declared Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's dismissal of his idea to buy Greenland "nasty" and an affront to the United States on Wednesday, a day after shocking Danes by cancelling a Copenhagen visit over the rebuff. Chidambaram's arrest was carried out to divert attention from issue of Article 370: Karti ''This is totally vindictive and malicious act, done by a pliant agency. This is only done to settle political scores. There was absolutely no necessity to do this,'' Karti said at the Chennai Airport.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-coup-new-military-ruler-vows-to-uproot-deposed-presidents-regime-210205">Sudan coup: New military ruler vows to 'uproot' deposed president's regime</a>

Sudan's second new military leader in as many days vowed to "uproot" deposed president Omar al-Bashir's regime and release protesters, in a bid to placate demonstrators demanding civilian rule.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-critical-in-australia-shooting-outside-nightclub-210207">One dead in shooting outside Australia nightclub, three injured</a>

A drive-by shooting outside a nightclub in Australian city of Melbourne inflicted "horrific injuries" that killed a security guard and wounded three men, police said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuelan-president-maduro-orders-militia-expansion-as-guaido-tours-blackout-ravaged-state-210208">Venezuelan President Maduro orders militia expansion as Guaido tours blackout-ravaged state</a>

Nicolas Maduro ordered an expansion of civilian militia by nearly one million members as opposition leader Juan Guaido toured western Zulia state, which has been hard hit by electricity blackouts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/international-monetary-fund-asks-pakistan-to-share-details-of-loans-from-china-210220">International Monetary Fund asks Pakistan to share details of loans from China</a>

International Monetary Fund (IMF), who is currently considering a bailout package for Pakistan, has asked the latter to share details of loans that it has received from China.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-largest-plane-makes-first-flight-over-california-210216">World's largest plane makes first flight over California</a>

The world's largest aircraft took off on Saturday. The first flight built by Stratolaunch Systems Corp, started by late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, as the company enters the lucrative private space market.

Sudan coup: New military ruler vows to 'uproot' deposed president's regime Sudan's second new military leader in as many days vowed to "uproot" deposed president Omar al-Bashir's regime and release protesters, in a bid to placate demonstrators demanding civilian rule.

Sudan coup: New military ruler vows to 'uproot' deposed president's regime Sudan's second new military leader in as many days vowed to "uproot" deposed president Omar al-Bashir's regime and release protesters, in a bid to placate demonstrators demanding civilian rule. One dead in shooting outside Australia nightclub, three injured A drive-by shooting outside a nightclub in Australian city of Melbourne inflicted "horrific injuries" that killed a security guard and wounded three men, police said. Venezuelan President Maduro orders militia expansion as Guaido tours blackout-ravaged state Nicolas Maduro ordered an expansion of civilian militia by nearly one million members as opposition leader Juan Guaido toured western Zulia state, which has been hard hit by electricity blackouts. International Monetary Fund asks Pakistan to share details of loans from China International Monetary Fund (IMF), who is currently considering a bailout package for Pakistan, has asked the latter to share details of loans that it has received from China. World's largest plane makes first flight over California The world's largest aircraft took off on Saturday. The first flight built by Stratolaunch Systems Corp, started by late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, as the company enters the lucrative private space market.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahus-likud-party-gaining-slender-lead-against-gantz-israel-exit-polls-209161">Netanyahu's Likud party gaining </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahus-likud-party-gaining-slender-lead-against-gantz-israel-exit-polls-209161">slender</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahus-likud-party-gaining-slender-lead-against-gantz-israel-exit-polls-209161"> lead against Gantz: Israel exit polls</a>

Two updated exit polls by Israeli television channels put his rightwing Likud ahead of rival Benny Gantz's Blue and White by one seat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/need-to-do-little-more-than-very-deep-regrets-on-jallianwala-bagh-british-minister-mark-fields-209164">Need to do little more than very 'deep regrets' on Jallianwala Bagh: British minister Mark Fields</a>

On April 13, 1919, in Jallianwala Bagh British troops opened fire on thousands of unarmed protesters which remains an enduring scar of British colonial rule in India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/baisakhi-celebrations-pakistan-issues-2200-visas-to-indian-sikh-pilgrims-209166">Baisakhi celebrations: Pakistan issues 2,200 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims&nbsp;</a>

The protocol between India and Pakistan enables a large number of pilgrims to visit the other country to observe various religious festivals/occasions every year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tibetan-spiritual-leader-dalai-lama-undergoes-check-up-at-delhi-hospital-209177">Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama undergoes </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tibetan-spiritual-leader-dalai-lama-undergoes-check-up-at-delhi-hospital-209177">check-up</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tibetan-spiritual-leader-dalai-lama-undergoes-check-up-at-delhi-hospital-209177"> at Delhi hospital&nbsp;</a>

The 83-year-old leader came down here from Dharamshala for the check-up at the Max hospital in Saket, they said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-son-heung-mins-late-winner-gives-tottenham-edge-over-manchester-city-209155">Champions League: Son Heung-min's late winner gives Tottenham edge over Manchester City</a>

Quadruple-chasing City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes and they will rue Sergio Aguero's first-half penalty miss.

Netanyahu's Likud party gaining slender lead against Gantz: Israel exit polls Two updated exit polls by Israeli television channels put his rightwing Likud ahead of rival Benny Gantz's Blue and White by one seat.

Netanyahu's Likud party gaining slender lead against Gantz: Israel exit polls Two updated exit polls by Israeli television channels put his rightwing Likud ahead of rival Benny Gantz's Blue and White by one seat. Need to do little more than very 'deep regrets' on Jallianwala Bagh: British minister Mark Fields On April 13, 1919, in Jallianwala Bagh British troops opened fire on thousands of unarmed protesters which remains an enduring scar of British colonial rule in India. Baisakhi celebrations: Pakistan issues 2,200 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims The protocol between India and Pakistan enables a large number of pilgrims to visit the other country to observe various religious festivals/occasions every year. Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama undergoes check-up at Delhi hospital The 83-year-old leader came down here from Dharamshala for the check-up at the Max hospital in Saket, they said. Champions League: Son Heung-min's late winner gives Tottenham edge over Manchester City Quadruple-chasing City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes and they will rue Sergio Aguero's first-half penalty miss.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/reject-insinuation-by-india-to-link-pulwama-attack-to-pak-without-investigation-pak-government-197496">Reject insinuation by India to link Pulwama attack to Pak without investigation: Pakistan government</a>

Pakistan said terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pulwama district is "a matter of grave concern" even as it strongly rejected Indian media and government's allegations of the country's link to the strike "without" probe.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-countries-should-uphold-responsibility-to-deny-safe-haven-to-terrorists-says-us-after-pulwama-attack-197497">All countries should uphold </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-countries-should-uphold-responsibility-to-deny-safe-haven-to-terrorists-says-us-after-pulwama-attack-197497">responsibility</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-countries-should-uphold-responsibility-to-deny-safe-haven-to-terrorists-says-us-after-pulwama-attack-197497"> to deny safe haven to terrorists, says </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-countries-should-uphold-responsibility-to-deny-safe-haven-to-terrorists-says-us-after-pulwama-attack-197497">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-countries-should-uphold-responsibility-to-deny-safe-haven-to-terrorists-says-us-after-pulwama-attack-197497"> after Pulwama attack</a>

Hours after the suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama claimed lives of over 40 CRPF men, the world has spoken in one voice and has united behind India.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-will-sign-shutdown-bill-but-will-also-issue-emergency-declaration-senator-mcconnell-197500">Trump to sign shutdown bill and issue emergency declaration: Senator McConnell</a>

Trump will sign a spending bill averting a government shutdown but will also issue an emergency declaration to fund his controversial border wall, White House said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/stop-supporting-terrorists-dismantle-terror-safe-havens-india-to-pakistan-197502">Stop supporting terrorists, dismantle terror safe havens: India to Pakistan</a>

India slammed Pakistan over the Pulwama terror attack carried out by Jaish-e-Mohammed and asked the neighbouring country to stop supporting terrorists and dismantle terror infrastructure operating from its soil.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-minister-arun-jaitley-to-resume-charge-as-finance-minister-today-report-197509">Union Minister Arun Jaitley to resume charge as Finance Minister today: Report</a>

Union Minister Arun Jaitley, who had passed on the charge of the Finance Ministry to Piyush Goyal while receiving medical treatment in the US, will resume office from today

Reject insinuation by India to link Pulwama attack to Pak without investigation: Pakistan government Pakistan said terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pulwama district is "a matter of grave concern" even as it strongly rejected Indian media and government's allegations of the country's link to the strike "without" probe.

Reject insinuation by India to link Pulwama attack to Pak without investigation: Pakistan government Pakistan said terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pulwama district is "a matter of grave concern" even as it strongly rejected Indian media and government's allegations of the country's link to the strike "without" probe. All countries should uphold responsibility to deny safe haven to terrorists, says US after Pulwama attack Hours after the suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama claimed lives of over 40 CRPF men, the world has spoken in one voice and has united behind India. Trump to sign shutdown bill and issue emergency declaration: Senator McConnell Trump will sign a spending bill averting a government shutdown but will also issue an emergency declaration to fund his controversial border wall, White House said. Stop supporting terrorists, dismantle terror safe havens: India to Pakistan India slammed Pakistan over the Pulwama terror attack carried out by Jaish-e-Mohammed and asked the neighbouring country to stop supporting terrorists and dismantle terror infrastructure operating from its soil. Union Minister Arun Jaitley to resume charge as Finance Minister today: Report Union Minister Arun Jaitley, who had passed on the charge of the Finance Ministry to Piyush Goyal while receiving medical treatment in the US, will resume office from today

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/there-is-growing-humanitarian-and-security-crisis-at-our-southern-border-says-trump-in-televised-address-189114">There is growing humanitarian and security crisis at our southern </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/there-is-growing-humanitarian-and-security-crisis-at-our-southern-border-says-trump-in-televised-address-189114">border,</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/there-is-growing-humanitarian-and-security-crisis-at-our-southern-border-says-trump-in-televised-address-189114"> says Trump in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/there-is-growing-humanitarian-and-security-crisis-at-our-southern-border-says-trump-in-televised-address-189114">televised</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/there-is-growing-humanitarian-and-security-crisis-at-our-southern-border-says-trump-in-televised-address-189114"> address</a>

In a televised address to the nation, US President Trump said today that US-Mexico border situation was a "growing crisis" while demanding $5.7 billion for steel barrier on the Mexico border from Democrats.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-economy/in-2018-indias-gdp-to-grow-at-73-china-to-grow-at-65-world-bank-189117">In 2018, India's GDP to grow at 7.3%, China to grow at 6.5%: World Bank</a>

India's GDP is expected to grow at 7.3 per cent in the fiscal year 2018-19, and 7.5 per cent in the following two years, the World Bank has forecast, attributing it to an upswing in consumption and investment.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/salah-voted-african-footballer-of-the-year-189107">Salah voted African Footballer of the Year</a>

Egypt striker Mohamed Salah was voted as the African Footballer of the Year for the second successive year at the Confederation of African Football’s awards ceremony in Dakar on Tuesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/australian-minister-hints-humanitarian-asylum-for-saudi-teen-in-bangkok-189116">Australian minister hints at humanitarian asylum for Saudi teen in Bangkok</a>

Australia gave its strongest hint yet on Wednesday that an 18-year-old Saudi woman in Bangkok would be granted humanitarian asylum, despite efforts by Riyadh and her family to force her return home.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/heathrow-airport-closed-for-1-hour-over-drone-sighting-189111">Heathrow airport closed for 1 hour over drone sighting</a>

Flights from London's Heathrow airport were halted for about an hour on Tuesday after a drone was sighted near Europe's busiest air hub, raising fears that the chaos that affected rival Gatwick last month could be repeated on an even larger scale.

There is growing humanitarian and security crisis at our southern border, says Trump in televised address In a televised address to the nation, US President Trump said today that US-Mexico border situation was a "growing crisis" while demanding $5.

There is growing humanitarian and security crisis at our southern border, says Trump in televised address In a televised address to the nation, US President Trump said today that US-Mexico border situation was a "growing crisis" while demanding $5.7 billion for steel barrier on the Mexico border from Democrats. In 2018, India's GDP to grow at 7.3%, China to grow at 6.5%: World Bank India's GDP is expected to grow at 7.3 per cent in the fiscal year 2018-19, and 7.5 per cent in the following two years, the World Bank has forecast, attributing it to an upswing in consumption and investment. Salah voted African Footballer of the Year Egypt striker Mohamed Salah was voted as the African Footballer of the Year for the second successive year at the Confederation of African Football’s awards ceremony in Dakar on Tuesday. Australian minister hints at humanitarian asylum for Saudi teen in Bangkok Australia gave its strongest hint yet on Wednesday that an 18-year-old Saudi woman in Bangkok would be granted humanitarian asylum, despite efforts by Riyadh and her family to force her return home. Heathrow airport closed for 1 hour over drone sighting Flights from London's Heathrow airport were halted for about an hour on Tuesday after a drone was sighted near Europe's busiest air hub, raising fears that the chaos that affected rival Gatwick last month could be repeated on an even larger scale.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-to-invite-indian-pm-narendra-modi-for-saarc-summit-179764">Pakistan to invite PM Narendra Modi for SAARC summit</a>

SAARC Summits are usually held biennially hosted by a member state in alphabetical order. The member state hosting the summit assumes the Chair of the Association

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/kartarpur-corridor-will-erase-enmity-increase-people-to-people-contact-navjot-singh-sidhu-179739">In Pakistan, Sidhu says Kartarpur corridor will erase enmity</a>

Sidhu, who is in Pakistan to attend the break ground ceremony of the Pakistan side of Kartarpur corridor, addressed the media persons in Lahore.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/few-people-in-power-are-out-to-destroy-me-says-mithali-raj-179751">'Few people in power are out to destroy me,' says Mithali Raj</a>

Mithali alleged that Edulji, who had backed her axing, "used her position against me".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-theresa-may-opposition-leader-jeremy-corbyn-agree-to-tv-debate-over-brexit-179790">UK PM Theresa May, opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn agree to TV debate over Brexit</a>

This would be the first time May has been willing to go up against the Labour leader in a live television debate&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-assured-full-security-to-our-nationals-cpec-following-terror-attack-on-consulate-china-179755">Pakistan assured full security to our nationals, CPEC following </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-assured-full-security-to-our-nationals-cpec-following-terror-attack-on-consulate-china-179755">terror</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-assured-full-security-to-our-nationals-cpec-following-terror-attack-on-consulate-china-179755"> attack on Consulate: China</a>

China said Pakistan has assured that it will provide full security to its citizens following the recent terrorist attack on its Consulate in Karachi&nbsp; 
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Pakistan to invite PM Narendra Modi for SAARC summit SAARC Summits are usually held biennially hosted by a member state in alphabetical order. The member state hosting the summit assumes the Chair of the Association In Pakistan, Sidhu says Kartarpur corridor will erase enmity Sidhu, who is in Pakistan to attend the break ground ceremony of the Pakistan side of Kartarpur corridor, addressed the media persons in Lahore.

Pakistan to invite PM Narendra Modi for SAARC summit SAARC Summits are usually held biennially hosted by a member state in alphabetical order. The member state hosting the summit assumes the Chair of the Association In Pakistan, Sidhu says Kartarpur corridor will erase enmity Sidhu, who is in Pakistan to attend the break ground ceremony of the Pakistan side of Kartarpur corridor, addressed the media persons in Lahore. 'Few people in power are out to destroy me,' says Mithali Raj Mithali alleged that Edulji, who had backed her axing, "used her position against me". UK PM Theresa May, opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn agree to TV debate over Brexit This would be the first time May has been willing to go up against the Labour leader in a live television debate Pakistan assured full security to our nationals, CPEC following terror attack on Consulate: China China said Pakistan has assured that it will provide full security to its citizens following the recent terrorist attack on its Consulate in Karachi

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/100-years-of-end-of-wwi-trump-cancels-trip-to-memorial-because-of-rain-176591">100 years of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/100-years-of-end-of-wwi-trump-cancels-trip-to-memorial-because-of-rain-176591">end</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/100-years-of-end-of-wwi-trump-cancels-trip-to-memorial-because-of-rain-176591"> of WWI: Trump cancels memorial service for fallen US soldiers — because of rain</a>

President Donald Trump could not attend a commemoration in France for US soldiers and marines killed during World War One on Saturday because rain made it impossible to arrange transport, the White House said.

The last minute cancellation prompted widespread criticism on social media and from some officials in Britain and the United States that Trump had "dishonoured" US servicemen.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-army-soldier-killed-in-sniper-fire-along-line-of-control-176587">J&amp;K: In </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-army-soldier-killed-in-sniper-fire-along-line-of-control-176587">2nd</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-army-soldier-killed-in-sniper-fire-along-line-of-control-176587"> attack in 2 days, Indian Army soldier killed in sniper fire along Line of Control</a>

An Army soldier was killed Saturday in sniper fire by Pakistani troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said.

The spokesman identified the soldier as rifleman Varun Kattal (21), a resident of Mawa-Rajpura area of Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. He is survived by his parents, father Anchal Singh and mother Pinki Rani.

This was the second sniper attack along the LoC in two days. An Army porter lost his life in a similar attack in Akhnoor sector of Jammu Friday.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/florida-gubernatorial-candidate-andrew-gillum-recalls-concession-after-state-orders-vote-recount-176586">US midterms: After Florida orders recount, Democratic candidate recalls concession from Governor's race</a>

Florida authorities on Saturday ordered a statewide recount in the contentious races for US Senate and governor, amid tit-for-tat accusations of fraud from the candidates -- plunging the state once again into election uncertainty.

Eighteen years after the Sunshine State found itself at the heart of a battle for the US presidency, it was once again in the spotlight after Tuesday's vote, which left the contests for statewide offices undecided.

Florida's 67 counties had been given until midday (1700 GMT) on Saturday to submit unofficial totals.&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-california-fire-rises-to-23-report-176596">California forest fires: Death toll rises to 23</a>

The death toll in California fire rose to 23 on Saturday after rescue workers recovered several bodies of people killed in the devastating fire; news agency AFP reported while quoting a sheriff.

"Today 14 additional bodies were located, which brings our total number to 23," Sheriff Kory Honea said.

The bodies were recovered in and around Paradise, California, a mountain community some 90 miles (145 km) north of Sacramento left devastated by the 'Camp Fire'.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-chokes-a-quality-remained-severe-on-sunday-construction-ban-extended-till-november-12-176593">Delhi: Air quality remains hazardous, construction ban extended to Nov 12</a>

Delhi air quality remained hazardous on Sunday, with Air Quality Index (AQI) at 633 at Mundka.&nbsp;

AQI remained well above 300 in most parts of the city which poses a major health risk.&nbsp;

On Saturday too, the air quality remained 'severe' and though the pollution level dipped marginally for a brief period in the morning, it turned severe again by evening. &nbsp;

 
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100 years of end of WWI: Trump cancels memorial service for fallen US soldiers — because of rain President Donald Trump could not attend a commemoration in France for US soldiers and marines killed during World War One on Saturday because rain made it impossible to arrange transport, the White House said.

100 years of end of WWI: Trump cancels memorial service for fallen US soldiers — because of rain President Donald Trump could not attend a commemoration in France for US soldiers and marines killed during World War One on Saturday because rain made it impossible to arrange transport, the White House said. The last minute cancellation prompted widespread criticism on social media and from some officials in Britain and the United States that Trump had "dishonoured" US servicemen. J&K: In 2nd attack in 2 days, Indian Army soldier killed in sniper fire along Line of Control An Army soldier was killed Saturday in sniper fire by Pakistani troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said. The spokesman identified the soldier as rifleman Varun Kattal (21), a resident of Mawa-Rajpura area of Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. He is survived by his parents, father Anchal Singh and mother Pinki Rani. This was the second sniper attack along the LoC in two days. An Army porter lost his life in a similar attack in Akhnoor sector of Jammu Friday. US midterms: After Florida orders recount, Democratic candidate recalls concession from Governor's race Florida authorities on Saturday ordered a statewide recount in the contentious races for US Senate and governor, amid tit-for-tat accusations of fraud from the candidates -- plunging the state once again into election uncertainty. Eighteen years after the Sunshine State found itself at the heart of a battle for the US presidency, it was once again in the spotlight after Tuesday's vote, which left the contests for statewide offices undecided. Florida's 67 counties had been given until midday (1700 GMT) on Saturday to submit unofficial totals. California forest fires: Death toll rises to 23 The death toll in California fire rose to 23 on Saturday after rescue workers recovered several bodies of people killed in the devastating fire; news agency AFP reported while quoting a sheriff. "Today 14 additional bodies were located, which brings our total number to 23," Sheriff Kory Honea said. The bodies were recovered in and around Paradise, California, a mountain community some 90 miles (145 km) north of Sacramento left devastated by the 'Camp Fire'. Delhi: Air quality remains hazardous, construction ban extended to Nov 12 Delhi air quality remained hazardous on Sunday, with Air Quality Index (AQI) at 633 at Mundka. AQI remained well above 300 in most parts of the city which poses a major health risk. On Saturday too, the air quality remained 'severe' and though the pollution level dipped marginally for a brief period in the morning, it turned severe again by evening.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-invokes-never-used-before-powers-to-issue-directions-to-rbi-report-174517">Government invokes never-used-before powers to issue directions to RBI governor: Report</a>

The Indian government has invoked never-used-before powers under the RBI Act allowing it to issue directions to the central bank governor on matters of public interest, the Economic Times reported on Wednesday.

Separate letters have been sent to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor in recent weeks, exercising powers under the section on issues ranging from liquidity for non-banking financial companies, capital requirement for weak banks and lending to small and medium enterprises, the report said.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/rbi-governor-urjit-patel-may-consider-resigning-after-rift-with-government-report-174513">RBI Governor Urjit Patel may consider resigning after </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/rbi-governor-urjit-patel-may-consider-resigning-after-rift-with-government-report-174513">rift</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/rbi-governor-urjit-patel-may-consider-resigning-after-rift-with-government-report-174513"> with government: Report</a>

The rift between India's central bank and the government has widened and could lead to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor considering resignation, CNBC TV18 reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

There has been an irreversible breakdown between the RBI Governor Urjit Patel and the government, the media said, adding that all options were on the table.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-updates-modi-to-unveil-statue-of-unity-today-on-sardar-patels-143rd-birth-anniversary-174516">Live updates: Modi to </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-updates-modi-to-unveil-statue-of-unity-today-on-sardar-patels-143rd-birth-anniversary-174516">unveil</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-updates-modi-to-unveil-statue-of-unity-today-on-sardar-patels-143rd-birth-anniversary-174516"> Statue of Unity today on Sardar Patel's 143rd birth anniversary</a>

The Statue of Unity, a 182-metre giant structure built in honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be dedicated to the nation on Wednesday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The imposing monument, touted as the world's tallest statue, is twice the height of Statue of Liberty and is built on an islet, Sadhu Bet, near the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Narmada district.&nbsp;

After Modi unveils the statue, three IAF planes would fly past and create the tricolour in the sky by emitting saffron, white and green colours, said an official release Tuesday.&nbsp;

Get all your updates on the story, live, from us.&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-visits-pittsburgh-protesters-say-hes-responsible-for-synagogue-shooting-174508">Trump visits Pittsburgh, protesters say he's responsible for synagogue shooting that killed 11</a>

Around 1,500 people took to the streets of Pittsburgh Tuesday to demonstrate peacefully in song against a visit by US President Donald Trump and to mourn 11 Jewish worshipers killed in a synagogue.

The crowd of all ages and faiths, including many young families, children and the elderly, marched for six blocks holding signs that read "President Hate, Leave Our State!" and "Trump's Lies Kill."

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kanye-west-distances-himself-from-politics-says-hes-been-used-174510">Kanye West says he's been 'used', distances himself from politics</a>

Three weeks after a bizarre White House meeting with US President Donald Trump, rapper Kanye West said on Tuesday he was distancing himself from politics.

West, Trump's biggest celebrity supporter, also sought to distance himself from a new campaign that encourages black Americans to quit the Democratic Party.

"My eyes are now wide open and now realize I’ve been used to spread messages I don’t believe in. I am distancing myself from politics and completely focusing on being creative!!!" West tweeted, without mentioning Trump, who is a Republican, or any other names.

Government invokes never-used-before powers to issue directions to RBI governor: Report The Indian government has invoked never-used-before powers under the RBI Act allowing it to issue directions to the central bank governor on matters of public interest, the Economic Times reported on Wednesday.

Government invokes never-used-before powers to issue directions to RBI governor: Report The Indian government has invoked never-used-before powers under the RBI Act allowing it to issue directions to the central bank governor on matters of public interest, the Economic Times reported on Wednesday. Separate letters have been sent to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor in recent weeks, exercising powers under the section on issues ranging from liquidity for non-banking financial companies, capital requirement for weak banks and lending to small and medium enterprises, the report said. RBI Governor Urjit Patel may consider resigning after rift with government: Report The rift between India's central bank and the government has widened and could lead to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor considering resignation, CNBC TV18 reported on Wednesday, citing sources. There has been an irreversible breakdown between the RBI Governor Urjit Patel and the government, the media said, adding that all options were on the table. Live updates: Modi to unveil Statue of Unity today on Sardar Patel's 143rd birth anniversary The Statue of Unity, a 182-metre giant structure built in honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be dedicated to the nation on Wednesday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The imposing monument, touted as the world's tallest statue, is twice the height of Statue of Liberty and is built on an islet, Sadhu Bet, near the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Narmada district. After Modi unveils the statue, three IAF planes would fly past and create the tricolour in the sky by emitting saffron, white and green colours, said an official release Tuesday. Get all your updates on the story, live, from us. Trump visits Pittsburgh, protesters say he's responsible for synagogue shooting that killed 11 Around 1,500 people took to the streets of Pittsburgh Tuesday to demonstrate peacefully in song against a visit by US President Donald Trump and to mourn 11 Jewish worshipers killed in a synagogue. The crowd of all ages and faiths, including many young families, children and the elderly, marched for six blocks holding signs that read "President Hate, Leave Our State!" and "Trump's Lies Kill." Kanye West says he's been 'used', distances himself from politics Three weeks after a bizarre White House meeting with US President Donald Trump, rapper Kanye West said on Tuesday he was distancing himself from politics. West, Trump's biggest celebrity supporter, also sought to distance himself from a new campaign that encourages black Americans to quit the Democratic Party. "My eyes are now wide open and now realize I’ve been used to spread messages I don’t believe in. I am distancing myself from politics and completely focusing on being creative!!!" West tweeted, without mentioning Trump, who is a Republican, or any other names.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-court-summons-shashi-tharoor-in-sunanda-pushkar-case--142361">Delhi court summons Shashi Tharoor as the accused in Sunanda Pushkar death case</a>

Shashi Tharoor has been summoned, as the accused, by a Patiala House court in the Sunanda Pushkar death case. Tharoor has been asked to appear before the court on July 7.&nbsp;

The Congress leader has been asked to appear before the court on the morning of July 7. Tharoor is currently in London but is likely to return to India soon.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/constitution-is-in-danger-people-living-in-insecurity-goa-archbishop-142320">Constitution in danger, most people living in insecurity: Archbishop of Goa</a>

Archbishop of Goa and Daman Father Filipe Neri Ferrao has said that the Constitution is in danger and that many people are living in an atmosphere of insecurity.

In a letter addressed to Christians, he said the Constitution should be understood better as general elections are drawing closer. The archbishop also said that human rights are under attack and democracy appears to be in peril.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengaluru-ola-driver-allegedly-molests-passenger-forces-her-to-strip-142425">Bengaluru: Ola driver allegedly molests passenger, forces her to strip</a>

A 26-year-old woman was allegedly molested in Bengaluru by an Ola driver who forced her to strip, news reports said Tuesday.&nbsp;

The news reports said the Ola driver got the woman to strip by threatening to call his friends and have her gang-raped if she did not do his bidding. The driver then allegedly took photos of the woman.&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-kims-singapore-summit-to-be-guarded-by-gurkhas-142378">Trump-Kim Singapore summit to be guarded by Gurkhas</a>

When US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet for their historic summit in Singapore later this month, they will be protected by men from one of the fiercest warrior tribes in the world — the Gurkhas of Nepal.

While both leaders will bring their own personal security teams, elite Singaporean police, including its Gurkha Contingent, will be securing the summit venue, roads and hotels, according to diplomats familiar with VIP security in the island state.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-priyanka-chopras-quantico-gets-slammed-on-twitter-for-showing-indians-as-terrorists--142423">Priyanka Chopra's 'Quantico' slammed on Twitter for showing Indians as terrorists</a>

Priyanka Chopra's TV series Quantico has run into controversy. The series, which is in its third season now, had an episode where ‘Indian nationalists’ plot a terrorist attack in Manhattan with the intention of blaming it on Pakistan.

The episode has been slammed by Indians on Twitter.&nbsp;

Delhi court summons Shashi Tharoor as the accused in Sunanda Pushkar death case Shashi Tharoor has been summoned, as the accused, by a Patiala House court in the Sunanda Pushkar death case. Tharoor has been asked to appear before the court on July 7. The Congress leader has been asked to appear before the court on the morning of July 7. Tharoor is currently in London but is likely to return to India soon. Constitution in danger, most people living in insecurity: Archbishop of Goa Archbishop of Goa and Daman Father Filipe Neri Ferrao has said that the Constitution is in danger and that many people are living in an atmosphere of insecurity. In a letter addressed to Christians, he said the Constitution should be understood better as general elections are drawing closer. The archbishop also said that human rights are under attack and democracy appears to be in peril. Bengaluru: Ola driver allegedly molests passenger, forces her to strip A 26-year-old woman was allegedly molested in Bengaluru by an Ola driver who forced her to strip, news reports said Tuesday. The news reports said the Ola driver got the woman to strip by threatening to call his friends and have her gang-raped if she did not do his bidding. The driver then allegedly took photos of the woman. Trump-Kim Singapore summit to be guarded by Gurkhas When US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet for their historic summit in Singapore later this month, they will be protected by men from one of the fiercest warrior tribes in the world — the Gurkhas of Nepal. While both leaders will bring their own personal security teams, elite Singaporean police, including its Gurkha Contingent, will be securing the summit venue, roads and hotels, according to diplomats familiar with VIP security in the island state. Priyanka Chopra's 'Quantico' slammed on Twitter for showing Indians as terrorists Priyanka Chopra's TV series Quantico has run into controversy. The series, which is in its third season now, had an episode where ‘Indian nationalists’ plot a terrorist attack in Manhattan with the intention of blaming it on Pakistan. The episode has been slammed by Indians on Twitter.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/inx-media-case-karti-chidambarams-cbi-custody-extended-by-3-days-34895" target="_blank">INX Media case: CBI custody of Karti Chidambaram extended by 3 days</a>

A special CBI Court on Tuesday extended the agency&#39;s custody of Karti Chidambaram by three more days in the infamous INX Media case, after his previous five-day custody expired today.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/no-need-for-nuclear-weapons-if-we-have-security-guarantee-north-korea-34896" target="_blank">No need for nuclear weapons if we have security guarantee: North Korea</a>

North Korea is open to denuclearisation if the safety of Kim Jong Un&rsquo;s regime is guaranteed, a South Korean official said Tuesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-imposes-10-day-emergency-in-kandy-due-to-communal-tension-34868" target="_blank">Sri Lanka declares </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-imposes-10-day-emergency-in-kandy-due-to-communal-tension-34868" target="_blank">emergency</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-imposes-10-day-emergency-in-kandy-due-to-communal-tension-34868" target="_blank"> to quell Buddhist-Muslim riots, curfew imposed in Kandy</a>

Sri Lanka declared a nationwide state of emergency for 10 days on Tuesday to stop the spread of communal violence, a government spokesman said, after clashes erupted between majority Buddhists and members of the minority Muslim community.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/neiphiu-rio-appointed-nagaland-chief-minister-by-governor-pb-acharya-34900" target="_blank">Neiphiu Rio appointed </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/neiphiu-rio-appointed-nagaland-chief-minister-by-governor-pb-acharya-34900" target="_blank">c</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/neiphiu-rio-appointed-nagaland-chief-minister-by-governor-pb-acharya-34900" target="_blank">hief</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/neiphiu-rio-appointed-nagaland-chief-minister-by-governor-pb-acharya-34900" target="_blank"> minister of Nagaland</a>

Nagaland Governor PB Acharya has appointed Neiphiu Rio as chief minister under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pnb-scam-icicis-chanda-kochhar-axis-banks-shikha-sharma-summoned-by-sfio-34893" target="_blank">PNB scam: ICICI&#39;s Chanda Kochhar, Axis Bank&#39;s Shikha Sharma summoned by Serious Fraud Investigation Office</a>

ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar and Axis Bank chief Shikha Sharma have been summoned by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) in connection with the over Rs 13,000-crore PNB scam.&nbsp;

INX Media case: CBI custody of Karti Chidambaram extended by 3 days A special CBI Court on Tuesday extended the agency's custody of Karti Chidambaram by three more days in the infamous INX Media case, after his previous five-day custody expired today. No need for nuclear weapons if we have security guarantee: North Korea North Korea is open to denuclearisation if the safety of Kim Jong Un’s regime is guaranteed, a South Korean official said Tuesday. Sri Lanka declares emergency to quell Buddhist-Muslim riots, curfew imposed in Kandy Sri Lanka declared a nationwide state of emergency for 10 days on Tuesday to stop the spread of communal violence, a government spokesman said, after clashes erupted between majority Buddhists and members of the minority Muslim community. Neiphiu Rio appointed chief minister of Nagaland Nagaland Governor PB Acharya has appointed Neiphiu Rio as chief minister under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution. PNB scam: ICICI's Chanda Kochhar, Axis Bank's Shikha Sharma summoned by Serious Fraud Investigation Office ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar and Axis Bank chief Shikha Sharma have been summoned by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) in connection with the over Rs 13,000-crore PNB scam.

WION Evening News Brief, March 6, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pnb-scam-no-one-shall-be-spared-says-govt-32982">PNB scam: &#39;No one shall be spared,&#39; says govt</a>

The government Thursday promised &quot;swift action soon&quot; in the PNB scam. Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad added that &quot;no one shall be spared&quot;.&nbsp;

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<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/scam-began-in-2011-bank-discovered-it-in-january-2018-pnb-md-32969">Scam began in 2011, bank discovered it in January 2018: PNB MD</a>

Punjab National Bank MD Sunil Mehta said Thursday that the massive Rs 11,400 crore scam his bank finds itself in began in 2011 but that the bank &quot;detected it in the third week of January (2018).&quot;&nbsp;

Mehta added that &quot;we promptly investigated it for 3-4 days, we went to CBI on 29 Jan and FIR was booked on (Jan) 30.&quot;&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pnb-scam-nirav-modi-left-india-on-january-1-say-officials-32966" target="_blank">PNB scam: Nirav Modi left India on January 1, say officials</a>

Billionaire jewellery designer Nirav Modi had left the country on January 1 much before the CBI received a complaint from Punjab National Bank on January 29 about a Rs 280-crore fraud, officials said.

His brother Nishal, a Belgian citizen, also left the country on January 1, while wife Ami, a US citizen, and business partner Mehul Choksi, the Indian promoter of Gitanjali jewellery chain, departed on January 6, the officials said.

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<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/15-feared-trapped-after-building-collapses-in-bengaluru-32988" target="_blank">One killed as under construction building collapses in Bengaluru</a>

One labourer was killed and many injured when a four-storey under construction building collapsed on Jail Road at Kasavanahalli in Bengaluru on Thursday afternoon, news reports said.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/2-air-force-pilots-killed-in-aircraft-crash-in-assam-32979" target="_blank">2 AIF pilots killed in aircraft crash in Assam</a>

An Indian Air Force (IAF) microlight aircraft on Thursday crashed near Majuli river island district of Assam, killing two pilots.

PNB scam: 'No one shall be spared,' says govt The government Thursday promised "swift action soon" in the PNB scam. Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad added that "no one shall be spared". Scam began in 2011, bank discovered it in January 2018: PNB MD Punjab National Bank MD Sunil Mehta said Thursday that the massive Rs 11,400 crore scam his bank finds itself in began in 2011 but that the bank "detected it in the third week of January (2018)." Mehta added that "we promptly investigated it for 3-4 days, we went to CBI on 29 Jan and FIR was booked on (Jan) 30." PNB scam: Nirav Modi left India on January 1, say officials Billionaire jewellery designer Nirav Modi had left the country on January 1 much before the CBI received a complaint from Punjab National Bank on January 29 about a Rs 280-crore fraud, officials said. His brother Nishal, a Belgian citizen, also left the country on January 1, while wife Ami, a US citizen, and business partner Mehul Choksi, the Indian promoter of Gitanjali jewellery chain, departed on January 6, the officials said. One killed as under construction building collapses in Bengaluru One labourer was killed and many injured when a four-storey under construction building collapsed on Jail Road at Kasavanahalli in Bengaluru on Thursday afternoon, news reports said. 2 AIF pilots killed in aircraft crash in Assam An Indian Air Force (IAF) microlight aircraft on Thursday crashed near Majuli river island district of Assam, killing two pilots.

WION Evening News Brief, February 15, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-firing-one-trump-on-collision-course-with-new-fbi-director-31533" target="_blank">After firing one, Trump on collision course with new FBI director</a>

FBI Director Christopher Wray was hand-picked by Donald Trump to head a law enforcement agency the US president believed was biased against him.

Now, just six months into his tenure, the 50-year-old Wray finds himself on a collision course with a president who has already fired one FBI director.

CNN reported Thursday that Wray could quit if Trump goes ahead and approves the release of a secret memo at the center of a political firestorm in Washington.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/fidel-castros-eldest-son-commits-suicide-cuban-media-31534" target="_blank">Fidel Castro&#39;s eldest son commits suicide: Cuban media</a>

The son of late Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, Fidel Castro Diaz-Balart, committed suicide on Thursday after being treated for months for depression, Cuban state-run media reported.

&quot;Diaz-Balart, who had been attended by a group of doctors for several months due to a state of profound depression, committed suicide this morning,&quot; Cubadebate website said.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-economy/apple-says-it-sold-fewer-iphones-but-made-record-profit-31535" target="_blank">Apple says it sold fewer iPhones but made record profit</a>

Apple on Thursday said its earnings in the final three months of last year set new records, with sales of its flagship iPhone X topping its expectations.

The California-based technology giant reported that profit climbed to $20 billion on revenue that increased 13 percent to $88.3 billion during the period.

&quot;We&#39;re thrilled to report the biggest quarter in Apple&#39;s history, with broad-based growth that included the highest revenue ever from a new iPhone lineup,&quot; said Apple chief executive Tim Cook.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-russia-roles-in-americas-alarming-says-rex-tillerson-31537" target="_blank">China, Russia roles in Americas &#39;alarming&#39;, says Rex Tillerson</a>

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that China and Russia are assuming &quot;alarming&quot; roles in Latin America and urged regional powers to work with the United States instead.

&quot;Latin America doesn&#39;t need new imperial powers that seek only to benefit their own people,&quot; Tillerson said, in a major policy address yesterday before his first tour of South American capitals.

&quot;China&#39;s state-led model of development is reminiscent of the past. It doesn&#39;t have to be the hemisphere&#39;s future,&quot; he said, warning that &quot;unfair trading practices&quot; would cost local jobs.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-turns-down-un-security-council-visit-31539" target="_blank">Myanmar turns down UN Security Council visit</a>

Myanmar&#39;s government has told the Security Council that this month was &quot;not the right time&quot; for a visit by the top UN body to see first-hand the Rohingya refugee crisis, the council president said on Thursday.

Kuwait&#39;s Ambassador Mansour al-Otaibi said Myanmar authorities were not opposed to such a visit, which could take place in March or April.

&quot;They just think that this is not the right time for a visit,&quot; Otaibi, who holds the council presidency for February, told reporters at UN headquarters.

After firing one, Trump on collision course with new FBI director FBI Director Christopher Wray was hand-picked by Donald Trump to head a law enforcement agency the US president believed was biased against him. Now, just six months into his tenure, the 50-year-old Wray finds himself on a collision course with a president who has already fired one FBI director. CNN reported Thursday that Wray could quit if Trump goes ahead and approves the release of a secret memo at the center of a political firestorm in Washington. Fidel Castro's eldest son commits suicide: Cuban media The son of late Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, Fidel Castro Diaz-Balart, committed suicide on Thursday after being treated for months for depression, Cuban state-run media reported. "Diaz-Balart, who had been attended by a group of doctors for several months due to a state of profound depression, committed suicide this morning," Cubadebate website said. Apple says it sold fewer iPhones but made record profit Apple on Thursday said its earnings in the final three months of last year set new records, with sales of its flagship iPhone X topping its expectations. The California-based technology giant reported that profit climbed to $20 billion on revenue that increased 13 percent to $88.3 billion during the period. "We're thrilled to report the biggest quarter in Apple's history, with broad-based growth that included the highest revenue ever from a new iPhone lineup," said Apple chief executive Tim Cook. China, Russia roles in Americas 'alarming', says Rex Tillerson Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that China and Russia are assuming "alarming" roles in Latin America and urged regional powers to work with the United States instead. "Latin America doesn't need new imperial powers that seek only to benefit their own people," Tillerson said, in a major policy address yesterday before his first tour of South American capitals. "China's state-led model of development is reminiscent of the past. It doesn't have to be the hemisphere's future," he said, warning that "unfair trading practices" would cost local jobs. Myanmar turns down UN Security Council visit Myanmar's government has told the Security Council that this month was "not the right time" for a visit by the top UN body to see first-hand the Rohingya refugee crisis, the council president said on Thursday. Kuwait's Ambassador Mansour al-Otaibi said Myanmar authorities were not opposed to such a visit, which could take place in March or April. "They just think that this is not the right time for a visit," Otaibi, who holds the council presidency for February, told reporters at UN headquarters.

WION Morning News Brief, February 2, 2018