At least 30 persons were killed and 90 injured in a pre-dawn stampede near the Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj’s Maha Kumbh. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a three-member judicial commission to investigate the reasons behind the stampede.

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched their GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, marking ISRO's 100th rocket mission.

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Kim Jong Un visits a North Korean nuclear facility and emphasizes the need for expansion, following Donald Trump's statement that he plans to "reach out" to North Korea once more.

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One of the hitmen responsible for killing a man acquitted in the 1985 bombing of an Air India flight has been jailed for life in Canada. &nbsp;
Tanner Fox, 24, was convicted on Tuesday by a British Columbia Supreme Court judge, without the possibility of parole for 20 years.&nbsp;
Both he and his accomplice, Jose Lopez pleaded guilty last October to the second-degree murder of Sikh businessman Ripudaman Singh Malik in 2022.&nbsp;
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Lopez will be sentenced on Friday.&nbsp;
They confessed that they were paid for killing Malik in a suburb of Vancouver in western Canada, however, they did not reveal who paid them to do so.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who is Tanner Fox?</h2>
Tanner Fox, 24, based in Thailand, was adopted when he was three years old by a couple residing in Abbotsford, British Columbia.
Reportedly, he apologised for his actions, saying, "I am sorry for all the pain and hurt that I have caused."
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The prosecutor said that Fox and Lopez planned a "deliberate killing" of Malik.&nbsp;
"They were financially compensated for killing him," the prosecutor said, according to a report by BBC.
<h2>Know about <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kanishka-bombing" rel="dofollow">Kanishka Bombing</a></h2>
Air India Flight 182, travelling from Canada to India, blew up off the Irish Coast on June 23, 1985, killing all 329 people on board.&nbsp;
The jet disintegrated in midair just 45 minutes from its destination.&nbsp;
The aircraft operating the flight was a Boeing 747-237B registered VT-EFO and named Emperor Kanishka.
It was considered the deadliest aviation terrorism incident until the September 11, 2001 attacks in the US.&nbsp;
On the flight, most of the passengers were Canadians who were visiting relatives in India.&nbsp;
At the same time, another bomb exploded in Japan, killing two baggage handlers. The Air Indian bombing is believed to have been carried out by Khalistani extremists in retaliation for the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in India.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: 24-year-old Tanner Fox was convicted on Tuesday by a British Columbia Supreme Court judge, without the possibility of parole for 20 years. 

One of the hitmen responsible for killing a man acquitted in the 1985 bombing of an Air India flight has been jailed for life in Canada. Tanner Fox, 24, was convicted on Tuesday by a British Columbia Supreme Court judge, without the possibility of parole for 20 years. Both he and his accomplice, Jose Lopez pleaded guilty last October to the second-degree murder of Sikh businessman Ripudaman Singh Malik in 2022. Also read: Kanishka terror attack anniversary: India says justice awaited; Trudeau silent on perpetrators Lopez will be sentenced on Friday. They confessed that they were paid for killing Malik in a suburb of Vancouver in western Canada, however, they did not reveal who paid them to do so. Also read: Terrorism 'should never be tolerated': Jaishankar on 39th anniversary of Kanishka bombing Who is Tanner Fox? Tanner Fox, 24, based in Thailand, was adopted when he was three years old by a couple residing in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Reportedly, he apologised for his actions, saying, "I am sorry for all the pain and hurt that I have caused." Also read: Kanishka bombing 1985 investigation 'active and ongoing': Canadian police The prosecutor said that Fox and Lopez planned a "deliberate killing" of Malik. "They were financially compensated for killing him," the prosecutor said, according to a report by BBC. Know about Kanishka Bombing Air India Flight 182, travelling from Canada to India, blew up off the Irish Coast on June 23, 1985, killing all 329 people on board. The jet disintegrated in midair just 45 minutes from its destination. The aircraft operating the flight was a Boeing 747-237B registered VT-EFO and named Emperor Kanishka. It was considered the deadliest aviation terrorism incident until the September 11, 2001 attacks in the US. On the flight, most of the passengers were Canadians who were visiting relatives in India. At the same time, another bomb exploded in Japan, killing two baggage handlers. The Air Indian bombing is believed to have been carried out by Khalistani extremists in retaliation for the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in India. (With inputs from agencies)

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A stampede-like situation unfolded on the morning of Mauni Amavasya at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, January 29. The incident occurred amidst the surge of millions of devotees gathering for the holy dip, prompting the Akharas to call off the event temporarily.

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A rush erupted at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, India. At least 40 are feared injured. The incident occurred when a group of devotees gathered near the sacred river to celebrate Mauni Amavasya, one of the most auspicious days for the holy dip. However, a rush of the throng led the barricades to collapse about a kilometer from the "Sangam" (the sacred river). Following this, the seers temporarily cancelled their preparations for the Amavasya dip. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and urged him to adopt urgent assistance measures.

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Let's also take a look at what people want from the budget. Watch in for more details!

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Several major Indian news outlets have filed to join an ongoing lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of using their copyrighted content without permission to train its AI models, including ChatGPT.

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Maha Kumbh Stampede: Dozens feared dead, many injured

ISRO accomplishes milestone 100th rocket launch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has started the countdown for its landmark 100th mission from Sriharikota. This milestone marks a significant achievement in India’s space exploration journey, with the mission expected to highlight ISRO’s growing capabilities.

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As India prepares its 2025 budget, senior citizens are calling for increased pension schemes, better healthcare access, and tax relief. They seek stronger financial security and improved quality of life in the upcoming fiscal year.

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India is ramping up its efforts to bolster its domestic arms industry, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign imports and enhance national security. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to modernize the country's defense capabilities and boost local manufacturing in response to regional security challenges.

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Ruby Dhalla, a Canadian politician of Indian origin, will run for the leadership of the Liberal Party and potentially become Canada's first woman of colour Prime Minister.&nbsp;
She has been making headlines after giving a bold statement, stressing her plan to deport illegal immigrants if elected.&nbsp;
Her statement about deporting illegal immigrants has raised concerns as well as support from the people. "As Prime Minister, I will deport illegal immigrants and clamp down on human traffickers. That&rsquo;s my promise to you," she said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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Dhalla is aiming to replace Justin Trudeau as Canadian Prime Minister. On January 22, she officially announced her candidacy to succeed Trudeau as the leader of the Liberal Party.&nbsp;
<h2>Who is Ruby Dhalla?</h2>
Ruby Dhalla was born to Punjabi immigrants in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and has a diverse background, as she has won several beauty pageants, was an actor, and also an entrepreneur.&nbsp;
Dhalla credited Pierre Trudeau, Justin Trudeau's father, for opening Canada's doors to immigrants in the 1970s.
&ldquo;My mother came to Canada in 1972 and I have the opportunity to, through her wishes, through a lot of hard work, drive, and determination, but also because of the great country that Canada is, to fulfill a Canadian dream," she said.&nbsp;
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She began her university studies at McMaster University on a full scholarship before shifting to the University of Winnipeg, where she got a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry with a minor in political science in 1995.&nbsp;
Dhalla then moved to Toronto, and she did her graduation with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1999.
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She described herself as a "self-made businesswoman and entrepreneur" and a person with passion for the Liberal Party and for Canada.&nbsp;
She was also a three-time member of Parliament and believes that she has the experience to navigate Canada's challenges.&nbsp;
Dhalla identified the rising cost of housing, increasing crime rates, the hike in food prices, and the threat of US tariffs as key challenges in Canada.&nbsp;
"Given the tariff threats that Canada is facing, it will have a big impact on Canadian workers and on the Canadian economy," she said.
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Dhalla shared a video message on X and said, &ldquo;Thank you so much, thank you to God, I am so grateful to all of you. We are on the verge of creating history by electing the first woman of color as the leader of the Liberal Party and the next prime minister of Canada.&rdquo;
As she moves forward to outline her vision, Dhalla says, "I look forward to standing up for Canadians and fighting for Canada. As a leader, I will bring the party back into the hands of the members and return it to the centre with practical solutions to the challenges that Canadians are facing. If you want real change from a leader who is not connected to the current administration and has the ability to shake up the system, then join the Liberal Party and join me."
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Dhalla is aiming to replace Justin Trudeau as Canadian PM. On January 22, she officially announced her candidacy to succeed Trudeau as the leader of the Liberal Party. 

Ruby Dhalla, a Canadian politician of Indian origin, will run for the leadership of the Liberal Party and potentially become Canada's first woman of colour Prime Minister. She has been making headlines after giving a bold statement, stressing her plan to deport illegal immigrants if elected. Her statement about deporting illegal immigrants has raised concerns as well as support from the people. "As Prime Minister, I will deport illegal immigrants and clamp down on human traffickers. That’s my promise to you," she said in a post on X. Also read: 'Canada is not for sale' hat goes viral amid Trump's threats to make it 51st state Dhalla is aiming to replace Justin Trudeau as Canadian Prime Minister. On January 22, she officially announced her candidacy to succeed Trudeau as the leader of the Liberal Party. Who is Ruby Dhalla? Ruby Dhalla was born to Punjabi immigrants in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and has a diverse background, as she has won several beauty pageants, was an actor, and also an entrepreneur. Dhalla credited Pierre Trudeau, Justin Trudeau's father, for opening Canada's doors to immigrants in the 1970s. “My mother came to Canada in 1972 and I have the opportunity to, through her wishes, through a lot of hard work, drive, and determination, but also because of the great country that Canada is, to fulfill a Canadian dream," she said. Also read: Canada's Trudeau confirms he won't run for upcoming elections She began her university studies at McMaster University on a full scholarship before shifting to the University of Winnipeg, where she got a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry with a minor in political science in 1995. Dhalla then moved to Toronto, and she did her graduation with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1999. Also read: Anita Anand, Indian-origin lawmaker, drops out of Canada PM race She described herself as a "self-made businesswoman and entrepreneur" and a person with passion for the Liberal Party and for Canada. She was also a three-time member of Parliament and believes that she has the experience to navigate Canada's challenges. Dhalla identified the rising cost of housing, increasing crime rates, the hike in food prices, and the threat of US tariffs as key challenges in Canada. "Given the tariff threats that Canada is facing, it will have a big impact on Canadian workers and on the Canadian economy," she said. Also read: Chrystia Freeland enters race to replace Trudeau as Canada's prime minister. Who is she? Dhalla shared a video message on X and said, “Thank you so much, thank you to God, I am so grateful to all of you. We are on the verge of creating history by electing the first woman of color as the leader of the Liberal Party and the next prime minister of Canada.” As she moves forward to outline her vision, Dhalla says, "I look forward to standing up for Canadians and fighting for Canada. As a leader, I will bring the party back into the hands of the members and return it to the centre with practical solutions to the challenges that Canadians are facing. If you want real change from a leader who is not connected to the current administration and has the ability to shake up the system, then join the Liberal Party and join me." (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Ruby Dhalla, Indian-origin politician running for Canada elections?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the union budget for 2025-26 on February 1, 2025. WION tells you what Indian taxpayers expect from this year's budget.

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The airfares to Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj have skyrocketed by around 600 percent due to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Watch this report for more details!

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India's government has invited applications for candidates for the position of chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India. This is a clear signal that the current head of India's markets regulator, Madhabi Puri Buch, will be leaving her position in March after her three-year term ends. Although, buch could still apply for the position.

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Shares of small-cap companies spearheaded the selloff in India's broader equity market on Monday as investor morale took a hit from an economic slowdown and lackluster earnings. This adds to the pressure on the government to announce measures to boost domestic demand in the budget later this week.

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