Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Brunei and Singapore in the first week of September, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday (August 30, 2024).

Indian PM Modi's bilateral visit to Brunei and Singapore in the first week of September

In this episode of Wings, we explore fascinating stories from around the globe, from innovative sustainable architecture in India's desert to mesmerising lantern festivals in East Asia. Our journey begins in Rajasthan, where we uncover groundbreaking sustainable architecture that offers respite from the extreme desert heat, where temperatures soar above 50°C. Discover how a new girls' school combines traditional methods with modern design to create a cool oasis in the scorching desert, setting an inspiring example for sustainable development. Next, we delve into the resurgence of tourism in India, as foreign tourist arrivals reach their highest since the pandemic. With visa applications surpassing pre-pandemic volumes and Indians flying abroad in record numbers, India is experiencing a travel boom like never before. Our Destination in the Spotlight this week is North Korea. We take a bold look at the Hermit Kingdom, which is positioning itself as a new frontier for adventure. As the country prepares to reopen, tour operators express hope for a surge in curious explorers. Our Art & Culture segment features the world's cultural treasures. Visit Bulgaria's stunningly preserved UNESCO World Heritage church frescoes, meet Syrian artisans on a mission to revive the traditional "Hamwi" print heritage, and witness Banksy's latest animal-themed street art that has captivated London. We conclude with a vibrant journey through East Asia's enchanting Lantern Festivals. Witness the captivating River Lantern Song Festival in Guilin’s Ziyuan, Taiwan’s breathtaking water lantern release for Hungry Ghost Month, and Hong Kong's spectacular Lantern Festival, celebrating the spirit of light and unity.

Sustainability in Rajasthan & Lantern Festivals in East Asia

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for several states on August 31. The alert warns of very heavy rainfall in Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.

Gujarat floods: IMD predicts heavy rains on Sunday and Monday

A protest in Kolkata against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in RG Kar Hospital turned violent on Tuesday as police lobbed tear gas shells and fired water cannons to disperse protesters. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Kolkata police commissioner over the alleged use of ‘excessive and brutal’ force by the police on protestors during Nabanna Abhijan earlier this week.

Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today

PM Modi's bilateral visit to Brunei and Singapore in the first week of September

A helicopter that was being airlifted by an MI-17 chopper for repair after it malfunctioned, crashed in Uttarakhand's Kedarnath on Saturday (August 31) morning. The helicopter was earlier trying to make an emergency landing after facing some technical fault and was later transported when the MI-17 chopper began losing balance from the helicopter's weight and wind.

Watch: Helicopter being airlifted by MI-17 aircraft crashes in Uttarakhand's Kedarnath

#Gravitas For nearly 36 months, a three-and-a-half-year-old girl hailing from Thane district has been separated from her parents and placed in foster care in Germany. The incident has sparked concerns and diplomatic efforts aimed at bringing her back to India. As per reports, India's Ministry of External Affairs is actively working to secure the return of the young girl and reunite her with her parents.

Indian Girl Taken Away from Parents in Germany Three Years Ago

#Gravitas | Recent reports reveal that student suicides in India have surged by 4% annually, outpacing the national average increase of 2% for overall suicides. What's driving students in India to the edge? Watch this video to find out.

India's Student Suicide Crisis: New Data Exposes Alarming Trends

In her first public appearance since Hindenburg's scathing attack, SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch presented the regulator's plan at an event on Thursday. This comes when calls for an independent probe into US Short seller's allegations against the SEBI chief are growing. However, Buch did not address Hindenburg's allegations.

SEBI Chief's first public appearance since Hindenburg report

Unemployment is a ticking time bomb across many Asian countries, with its impacts becoming increasingly severe in nations like India, Bangladesh, and China. This crisis not only jeopardizes economic stability but also threatens the future well-being of millions of young people across the continent.

Asia's unemployment crisis: A ticking time bomb

The 'Guru Granth Sahib saroops', which were seized by Qatar authorities for running a religious establishment without permission, were brought to Amritsar and have been handed over to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), following India's Ministry of External Affairs intervention.

Holy 'saroops of Guru Granth Sahib' brought back from Qatar to Amritsar

The Indian Navy is likely to commission its second nuclear submarine INS Arighat on Thursday (August 29). This addition will support the existing INS Arihant and enhance India's nuclear deterrence capabilities. WION decodes INS Arighat in this report.

Explained: INS Arighat - India's second nuclear submarine

#Gravitas | As per reports, Canadian provinces such as British Columbia, Ontario, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island witnessed protests by Indian students and workers. The crux of this crisis lies in the recent policy changes that have reportedly slashed permanent residency nominations in Canada by 25% leaving many students in a precarious position including facing the prospect of deportation.

Indians protest against changes in Canada's immigration policy

#Gravitas The titans of tech, the CEOs who were once considered untouchable, are now finding themselves in the crosshairs of governments worldwide. French authorities reportedly handed preliminary charges to Pavel Durov, the co-founder of Telegram on Wednesday for allowing alleged criminal activity on his messaging app and barred him from leaving France pending further investigation. As per reports, the Brazilian Supreme Court has issued an ultimatum to Elon Musk to appoint a legal representative for X in Brazil within 24 hours or face a nationwide ban. Watch in for more details!

Gravitas: Nations Target Social Media Tycoon Disruptors

INS Arighaat to further strengthen India's nuclear triad

Amid the flooding situation in the Indian state of Gujarat, videos of crocodiles entering residential colonies in Vadodara have surfaced on social media, as the rising water level in the Vishwamitri River threatens the nearby regions.

Gujarat Floods: Forest department rescues 15-feet long crocodile in Vadodara

A leader of ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s party has been found dead in a betel nut plantation around 1.5 km from the India-Bangladesh border at Dona Bhoi in Meghalaya’s East Jaiñtia Hills district. Watch in for more details!

Bangladesh's Awami League party leader dies while trying to flee

The Indian Navy is likely to commission its second nuclear submarine INS Arighat on Thursday (August 29). This addition will support the existing INS Arihant and enhance India's nuclear deterrence capabilities.

India set to commission second nuclear submarine INS Arighat

Former Union Minister Smriti Irani shared her insights on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, stressing that he is now engaging in a different style of political manoeuvring, adding that his actions are now calculated to appeal to specific demographics.

Smriti Irani says Rahul Gandhi changed strategy after ‘soft Hindutva’ failure, making ‘calculated moves’

Three terrorists are believed to have been killed as Security Forces on Wednesday evening launched an anti-terrorist operation at two places in Kupwara in North Kashmir. Watch WION to know more on the story.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two separate encounters in Kupwara

India launched its biggest multinational air exercise 'Tarang Shakti' on the 6th of August. The exercise is being conducted in two phases. The first took place in the Sulur town of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu from the 6th of August to the 14th of August and the second is currently taking place in Jodhpur in the Indian state of Rajasthan- from the 29th of August to the 14th of September. Various aircraft like the Eurofighter Typhoon Jet and SU-30MKI were a part of the first phase. Why is the Tarang Shakti exercise important? Which countries will be a part of the exercise in phase 2?

What is Tarang Shakti? Second-phase begins in Jodhpur

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- - India surpasses UK in critical tech research - Uttarakhand woman narrowly escapes harassment late at night, shares video - Man kills estranged wife's lover in a shocking act of vengeance

India surpasses UK in critical tech research | Trending on WION

The Indian state of Gujarat is grapple with severe floods amid continuous heavy rainfall. While rescue operations and evacuations are underway, the death toll continues to rise. At least 28 have lost their lives in rain-related accidents in the last three days.

Gujarat Floods: At least 28 dead, thousands evacuated

A leader of ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s party has been found dead in a betel nut plantation around 1.5 km from the India-Bangladesh border at Dona Bhoi in Meghalaya’s East Jaiñtia Hills district.

Bangladesh's Awami League leader dies while trying to flee

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