India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has spoken to the Iranian Foreign Minister on Sunday. S Jaishankar said that he had taken up the matter of the release of the 17 Indian Crew members. Watch to know more.

West Asia crisis: EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Iran & Israel

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party released its much-awaited Manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections this weekend. In attendance were Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and BJP Chief JP Nadda. Will 'Modi ki Guarantee' help sway undecided voters in polls? Watch to know more!

Lok Sabha election 2024: BJP's 'Modi ki guarantee' manifesto for polls

Amid the Iran-Israel conflict, Israel's ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, has underscored the importance of India's role in international efforts to mitigate the conflict. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Gilon emphasized India's significant influence, particularly in the region, stating, "India is an important country in the world and a very influential country, especially in our region - it's a great friend of Israel and we expect India to be one of the countries who is leading this international effort."

Israeli envoy to India speaks to WION on Iran attack

Country's wholesale price inflation WPI has come down for first time in four months, wholesale inflation has marginally declined to 15.18 % in June compared to 15.88% in May.

Wholesale price inflation in India

Next up we get you a quick Roundup of the latest developments coming in from the Indian political landscape as India heads to the poll on the 19th of April: PM Modi holds an election rally in Kerala. Rahul Gandhi holds a roadshow in Wayanad. Punjab CM meets Arvind Kejriwal in prison. Amit Shah says he won't allow Manipur to be divided.

Lok Sabha elections 2024: PM Modi holds an election rally in Kerala | Rahul Gandhi holds roadshow in Wayanad

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MSC aries crew members' release: Indian EAM S Jaishankar holds talks with Iran and Israel

Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra impressed everyone with an opulent fashion show in Varanasi. In his latest designs, he celebrated the heritage of Kashi. Bollywood stars Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh arrived as his show Stopper.

Manish Malhotra takes his couture to Banaras ghats

The Election Commission of India has seized a record Rs 4,650 crore. This is "higher than the total seizures" made in the 2019 parliamentary polls. This comes before the first phase of polling for the 18th Lok Sabha elections in India.

Election Commission seizes Rs 4,650 crore ahead of phase 1 of the polls

Rahul Gandhi's helicopter is under inspection. The Election Commission of India’s flying squad conducted a surprise inspection in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris. Rahul Gandhi was en route from Mysore to Nilgiris for a campaign event when his helicopter came under scrutiny.

Election officials check Rahul Gandhi's helicopter in Tamil Nadu

The election season is here in India. Political parties are releasing their poll manifesto. India's ruling party BJP has also released its Sankalp Patra. What are the big promises of the BJP? Watch here.

BJP manifesto 2024: BJP's key promises for Lok Sabha elections 2024

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Iran attacks Israel: Tehran agrees on meeting between Indian representatives & crew

<p>A Gujarat businessman and his wife have gained attention by giving away their entire&nbsp;lifetime earnings (running in billions of dollars).&nbsp;Bhavesh Bhai Bhandari and his wife, living in Himmatnagar, Sabarkantha district&nbsp;of Gujarat state&nbsp;have decided to live as monks, leaving behind all material luxuries.</p>

<p>The choice has surprised many, sparking discussions on social media. Bhavesh Bhai Bhandari, who comes from a well-off family in Sabarkantha, had a privileged upbringing. He worked in the construction industry, managing projects in both Sabarkantha and Ahmedabad.</p>

<p>The Bhandari family has strong ties with the Jain community and often interacts with monks and devotees. Now, both Bhavesh Bhai and his wife have decided to live a simple life without any luxuries like fans, air conditioners, or mobile phones.</p>

<p>Their children, a 16-year-old son and a 19-year-old daughter, chose to become monks in 2022, which inspired Bhavesh Bhai and his wife to do the same.</p>

<p>In a big procession in Himmatnagar, the Bhandari couple, along with 35 others, promised to live a disciplined life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to reports, they will officially embrace a life of renunciation at the Himmatnagar Riverfront on April 22.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-ayodhya-boosts-security-ahead-of-first-ram-navami-post-ram-temple-consecration-711258">Also read |&nbsp;India: Ayodhya boosts security ahead of first 'Ram Navami' post Ram temple consecration</a></p>

<h2><strong>The 9-year-old who gave up material comforts</strong></h2>

<p>A wealthy diamond merchant's nine-year-old daughter in Gujarat became a monk last year, giving up material comforts.</p>

<p>Devanshi, the elder of Dhanesh and Ami Sanghvi's two daughters, took 'diksha' in the presence of Jain monk Acharya Vijay Kirtiyashsuri and hundreds of others at a venue in Vesu locality of Surat, as per a family associate.</p>

<p>Her father owns Sanghvi and Sons, a diamond polishing and export firm in Surat that has been operating for nearly three decades.</p>

<p>The girl showed interest in spiritual life from a young age. She even walked about 700 km with other monks and adopted their lifestyle before officially becoming a monk, according to her family.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;BJP releases Manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024,&nbsp;on BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary</strong></p>

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<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A Gujarat businessman and his wife have gained attention by giving away their entire lifetime earnings (running in billions of dollars). Bhavesh Bhai Bhandari and his wife, living in Himmatnagar, Sabarkantha district of Gujarat state have decided to live as monks, leaving behind all material luxuries.

A Gujarat businessman and his wife have gained attention by giving away their entire lifetime earnings (running in billions of dollars). Bhavesh Bhai Bhandari and his wife, living in Himmatnagar, Sabarkantha district of Gujarat state have decided to live as monks, leaving behind all material luxuries. The choice has surprised many, sparking discussions on social media. Bhavesh Bhai Bhandari, who comes from a well-off family in Sabarkantha, had a privileged upbringing. He worked in the construction industry, managing projects in both Sabarkantha and Ahmedabad. The Bhandari family has strong ties with the Jain community and often interacts with monks and devotees. Now, both Bhavesh Bhai and his wife have decided to live a simple life without any luxuries like fans, air conditioners, or mobile phones. Their children, a 16-year-old son and a 19-year-old daughter, chose to become monks in 2022, which inspired Bhavesh Bhai and his wife to do the same. In a big procession in Himmatnagar, the Bhandari couple, along with 35 others, promised to live a disciplined life. According to reports, they will officially embrace a life of renunciation at the Himmatnagar Riverfront on April 22. Also read | India: Ayodhya boosts security ahead of first 'Ram Navami' post Ram temple consecration The 9-year-old who gave up material comforts A wealthy diamond merchant's nine-year-old daughter in Gujarat became a monk last year, giving up material comforts. Devanshi, the elder of Dhanesh and Ami Sanghvi's two daughters, took 'diksha' in the presence of Jain monk Acharya Vijay Kirtiyashsuri and hundreds of others at a venue in Vesu locality of Surat, as per a family associate. Her father owns Sanghvi and Sons, a diamond polishing and export firm in Surat that has been operating for nearly three decades. The girl showed interest in spiritual life from a young age. She even walked about 700 km with other monks and adopted their lifestyle before officially becoming a monk, according to her family. Also watch | BJP releases Manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, on BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary (With inputs from agencies)

Indian couple from Gujarat gives up billion-dollar lifestyle to become monks

India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has spoken to the Iranian Foreign Minister on Sunday. S Jaishankar said that he had taken up the matter of the release of the 17 Indian Crew members.

India, Iran discuss situation in West Asia, S Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart

The main accused in the murder of Indian prisoner in Pakistan - Sarabjit Singh, has been shot dead - Amir Sarfaraz Tamba. He was a close aide of the Lashkar-E-Taiba leader Hafiz Saeed.

Sarabjit Singh's killer Amir Sarfaraz Tamba killed in Lahore, was close aide of Hafiz Saeed

<p>The Uttar Pradesh government has increased security measures in and around Ayodhya in anticipation of large crowds gathering for Ram Navami celebrations. This marks the first such event since the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in January.</p>

<p>Officials said the festival would be celebrated in a grand manner in the city, with the state government making detailed arrangements for it.</p>

<p>Police have increased efforts to ensure security for the large number of devotees expected, aiming for a smooth festival. They've planned for crowd management and estimated devotee numbers, deploying many officers. The Ram Navami Mela, starting on April 9 and continuing until April 17, is expected to attract about 25 lakh devotees.</p>

<p>To oversee devotees' security during the event, there will be 11 extra superintendents of police, 26 deputy superintendents of police, 150 inspectors, 400 sub-inspectors, 25 female sub-inspectors, 1305 chief constables/constables, 270 female chief constables/constables, and 15 companies&nbsp;of PAC, according to the statement.</p>

<p>Additionally, two companies for flood relief, a team from SDRF, and ATS have been assigned duties.</p>

<p>An additional superintendent of police will supervise each zone, while each sector will have a designated deputy superintendent of police or inspector.</p>

<p>For safe darshan experience, 15 drop-down barriers and 13 holding areas will be established along Ram Path. Continuous surveillance will be conducted via 111 CCTV cameras from the Control Room.</p>

<p>The water police will be responsible for security along the Saryu River and Ram ki Pauri, while police and PAC forces will be stationed at different temples and Mela grounds.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-ram-mandir-a-confluence-of-devotion-faith-and-science-681683">Also read |&nbsp;Ayodhya Ram Mandir: A confluence of devotion, faith and science</a></p>

<h2><strong>Strong surveillance in place</strong></h2>

<p>Twenty-four cameras installed at strategic locations throughout Ayodhya Dham will monitor the movement of vehicles and devotees, according to the statement. Cameras at the Gonda border will also track the flow of vehicles and devotees.</p>

<p>CCTV cameras within Ayodhya Dham will gauge crowd density and decide on necessary traffic diversions at different points. Five hundred sixty cameras will be set up in various control rooms across Ayodhya Dham to oversee the movement of devotees.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;BJP releases Manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, on BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary</strong></p>

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<p>Additionally, two tethered drones and eight aerial drones will provide real-time analysis of roads, streets, and parking areas. Ambulance and rescue teams will be stationed at key locations.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Uttar Pradesh government has increased security measures in and around Ayodhya in anticipation of large crowds gathering for Ram Navami celebrations. This marks the first such event since the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in January.

The Uttar Pradesh government has increased security measures in and around Ayodhya in anticipation of large crowds gathering for Ram Navami celebrations. This marks the first such event since the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in January. Officials said the festival would be celebrated in a grand manner in the city, with the state government making detailed arrangements for it. Police have increased efforts to ensure security for the large number of devotees expected, aiming for a smooth festival. They've planned for crowd management and estimated devotee numbers, deploying many officers. The Ram Navami Mela, starting on April 9 and continuing until April 17, is expected to attract about 25 lakh devotees. To oversee devotees' security during the event, there will be 11 extra superintendents of police, 26 deputy superintendents of police, 150 inspectors, 400 sub-inspectors, 25 female sub-inspectors, 1305 chief constables/constables, 270 female chief constables/constables, and 15 companies of PAC, according to the statement. Additionally, two companies for flood relief, a team from SDRF, and ATS have been assigned duties. An additional superintendent of police will supervise each zone, while each sector will have a designated deputy superintendent of police or inspector. For safe darshan experience, 15 drop-down barriers and 13 holding areas will be established along Ram Path. Continuous surveillance will be conducted via 111 CCTV cameras from the Control Room. The water police will be responsible for security along the Saryu River and Ram ki Pauri, while police and PAC forces will be stationed at different temples and Mela grounds. Also read | Ayodhya Ram Mandir: A confluence of devotion, faith and science Strong surveillance in place Twenty-four cameras installed at strategic locations throughout Ayodhya Dham will monitor the movement of vehicles and devotees, according to the statement. Cameras at the Gonda border will also track the flow of vehicles and devotees. CCTV cameras within Ayodhya Dham will gauge crowd density and decide on necessary traffic diversions at different points. Five hundred sixty cameras will be set up in various control rooms across Ayodhya Dham to oversee the movement of devotees. Also watch | BJP releases Manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, on BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary Additionally, two tethered drones and eight aerial drones will provide real-time analysis of roads, streets, and parking areas. Ambulance and rescue teams will be stationed at key locations. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Ayodhya boosts security ahead of first Ram Navami post Ram Temple consecration

<p>Despite the joint efforts of multiple agencies to rescue him, the six-year-old boy who fell into an open borewell in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh two days ago passed away on Sunday (April 14).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident happened in Manika village, near the Uttar Pradesh border, around 3 pm on Friday. The child was playing near the open borewell when he fell in it. Officials stated that he got trapped about 40 feet deep inside the borewell.</p>

<p>The State Disaster Emergency Response Force, National Disaster Response, and local administration worked together to rescue the boy from the borewell. They provided oxygen into the 70-foot-deep borewell and dug parallel pits to reach him.</p>

<p>“As soon as we received information, the station in charge and SDM reached the spot…All senior officials are present on the spot and rescue work is going on. Two JCBs, a team of cameramen, and an SDRF team are carrying out the rescue. An NDRF team was also dispatched from Varanasi,” Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The police tried using a CCTV camera to check on the boy, but they couldn't reach him because of an obstruction. Rewa collector Pratibha Pal shared a video on X, showing officials using the camera to locate the boy.</p>

<p>Pal stated that the child was found on Sunday after a 40-hour rescue operation.</p>

<p>"The boy was located at around 8 am. We made all efforts but could not save the child as the borewell was too narrow," she told reporters.</p>

<p>Earlier this month, in an unrelated incident, a two-year-old boy was safely rescued after falling into a borewell in Lachayan village of Indi taluk in Karnataka's Vijayapura.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Iran attacks Israel: India asks both sides to 'step back from violence'</strong></p>

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<p>The incident took place when the child, identified as Satvik, stumbled into the uncovered borewell while playing nearby. The child was rescued following a 20-hour rescue operation.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Despite the joint efforts of multiple agencies to rescue him, the six-year-old boy who fell into an open borewell in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh two days ago passed away on Sunday (April 14).

Despite the joint efforts of multiple agencies to rescue him, the six-year-old boy who fell into an open borewell in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh two days ago passed away on Sunday (April 14). The incident happened in Manika village, near the Uttar Pradesh border, around 3 pm on Friday. The child was playing near the open borewell when he fell in it. Officials stated that he got trapped about 40 feet deep inside the borewell. The State Disaster Emergency Response Force, National Disaster Response, and local administration worked together to rescue the boy from the borewell. They provided oxygen into the 70-foot-deep borewell and dug parallel pits to reach him. “As soon as we received information, the station in charge and SDM reached the spot…All senior officials are present on the spot and rescue work is going on. Two JCBs, a team of cameramen, and an SDRF team are carrying out the rescue. An NDRF team was also dispatched from Varanasi,” Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar told reporters. Also read | Kerala man aboard Israel-linked ship seized by Iran; parents await safe return The police tried using a CCTV camera to check on the boy, but they couldn't reach him because of an obstruction. Rewa collector Pratibha Pal shared a video on X, showing officials using the camera to locate the boy. Pal stated that the child was found on Sunday after a 40-hour rescue operation. "The boy was located at around 8 am. We made all efforts but could not save the child as the borewell was too narrow," she told reporters. Earlier this month, in an unrelated incident, a two-year-old boy was safely rescued after falling into a borewell in Lachayan village of Indi taluk in Karnataka's Vijayapura. Also watch | Iran attacks Israel: India asks both sides to 'step back from violence' The incident took place when the child, identified as Satvik, stumbled into the uncovered borewell while playing nearby. The child was rescued following a 20-hour rescue operation. (With inputs from agencies)

India: 6-year-old boy dies in Rewa, MP, after falling into 70-foot borewell while playing

India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has included the Uniform Civil Code in its Manifesto for the upcoming general elections. The manifesto is named 'Modi ki Guarantee 2024' or the Sankalp Patra. It was unveiled by the BJP party at their party headquarters.

BJP releases Manifesto for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, released on BR Ambedkar birth anniversary

The Supreme Court of India has tightened the noose around Patanjali ayurved, rejecting a second apology from the company, its founder Baba Ramdev, and managing director Acharya Balkrishna. In this edition of WION Decodes we will explain the case details & the broader implications for the FMCG industry.

The case against Patanjali

Following Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu's interview with WION, the Chinese embassy has said that it "strongly deplore and firmly opposed" the interview. The reaction, in the form of a release has been put on Chinese embassy website and a copy of it has been sent to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal asking him to take it "seriously".

Taiwan slams China Embassy's response, says 'it is a free country'

Andhra Pradesh chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy was injured in a stone pelting incident during his election campaign on Saturday. The state chief minister has suffered a small cut on his forehead.

India: Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy injured in stone pelting incident during roadshow

Lok Sabha elections 2024: Bharatiya Janata Party releases poll manifesto

Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy injured in stone pelting incident in Vijayawada

Recently, a few of India's most notable gamers met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the most influential person in the world's most populous country. At the conclusion of the conference, which included roundtable conversations about the issues confronting the esports and gaming industries, 73-year-old Modi tried his hand at mobile games and virtual reality.

Breaking News: PM Modi meets India's top gamers

<p>Oman is on top in mismanaged plastic waste, as per a new report that points out the projection of a staggering 111 kilograms of mismanaged plastic per person in 2024 in the country.&nbsp;This figure is 30 times greater than that of Norway.</p>

<p>The report is from the Swiss non-profit EA Earth Action and reveals that a mere twelve countries are accountable for a staggering 60 percent of the world's mismanaged plastic waste.</p>

<p>This comes as since 2021, there has been a notable surge in global plastic waste generation with a concerning 7.11 per cent&nbsp;increase. This uptick underscored the persistent challenge of managing plastic waste effectively on a worldwide scale. An estimated 220 million tonnes was generated this year alone. A troubling 70 million tonnes of this is anticipated to contaminate the environment.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/couples-in-bogota-asked-to-shower-together-as-city-begins-rationing-water-amid-historic-drought-710643">Couples in Bogota asked to 'shower together' as city begins rationing water amid historic drought</a></p>

<p>The report also pinpointed twelve nations at the bottom - China, Russia, Brazil, Mexico, India, Vietnam, Iran, Indonesia, Pakistan, Egypt, US, and Turkey. India has a relatively low per capita plastic waste production and the country is projected to mismanage a 7.4 million tonnes of plastic waste in 2024.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India's mismanagement is less in comparison to that of China and the US, with its expected figures being less than one-fifth and one-third, respectively.</p>

<h2><strong>Plastic Overshoot Day</strong></h2>

<p>Plastic Overshoot Day, which marks the date in the year when humanity has consumed more plastic than the Earth can handle sustainably within that same period, is on April 23 for India, according to the report.</p>

<p>Sarah Perreard, Co-CEO, at EA Earth Action &amp; Plastic Footprint Network, said, "The data is unequivocal: improvements in waste management capacity are outpaced by rising plastic production, making progress almost invisible."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-chants-for-palestine-grows-in-jordan-blame-game-between-jordan-hamas-710635">Israel-Hamas war: Chants for Palestine grows in Jordan, blame game between Jordan &amp; Hamas</a></strong></p>

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<p>During the UN Environment Assembly in March 2022, a landmark resolution was passed to initiate the development of an international legally binding instrument targeting plastic pollution.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The fourth session is set to take place from April 23 to 29, 2024, in Ottawa, Canada, while the fifth session is scheduled for November 25 to December 1, 2024, in Busan, South Korea.</p>

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Oman is on top in mismanaged plastic waste, as per a new report that points out the projection of a staggering 111 kilograms of mismanaged plastic per person in 2024 in the country.

Oman is on top in mismanaged plastic waste, as per a new report that points out the projection of a staggering 111 kilograms of mismanaged plastic per person in 2024 in the country. This figure is 30 times greater than that of Norway. The report is from the Swiss non-profit EA Earth Action and reveals that a mere twelve countries are accountable for a staggering 60 percent of the world's mismanaged plastic waste. This comes as since 2021, there has been a notable surge in global plastic waste generation with a concerning 7.11 per cent increase. This uptick underscored the persistent challenge of managing plastic waste effectively on a worldwide scale. An estimated 220 million tonnes was generated this year alone. A troubling 70 million tonnes of this is anticipated to contaminate the environment. Also Read | Couples in Bogota asked to 'shower together' as city begins rationing water amid historic drought The report also pinpointed twelve nations at the bottom - China, Russia, Brazil, Mexico, India, Vietnam, Iran, Indonesia, Pakistan, Egypt, US, and Turkey. India has a relatively low per capita plastic waste production and the country is projected to mismanage a 7.4 million tonnes of plastic waste in 2024. Also Read | UN warns of waterborne illnesses in Gaza as clean water dwindles India's mismanagement is less in comparison to that of China and the US, with its expected figures being less than one-fifth and one-third, respectively. Plastic Overshoot Day Plastic Overshoot Day, which marks the date in the year when humanity has consumed more plastic than the Earth can handle sustainably within that same period, is on April 23 for India, according to the report. Sarah Perreard, Co-CEO, at EA Earth Action & Plastic Footprint Network, said, "The data is unequivocal: improvements in waste management capacity are outpaced by rising plastic production, making progress almost invisible." Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Chants for Palestine grows in Jordan, blame game between Jordan & Hamas × During the UN Environment Assembly in March 2022, a landmark resolution was passed to initiate the development of an international legally binding instrument targeting plastic pollution. The fourth session is set to take place from April 23 to 29, 2024, in Ottawa, Canada, while the fifth session is scheduled for November 25 to December 1, 2024, in Busan, South Korea. (With inputs from agencies)

Oman leads in mismanaged plastic waste as projections reveal 111 kgs/person in 2024

Plans are to send the UK's high-readiness Littoral Response Group to the Indian Ocean region in 2024, as well as the Carrier Strike Group, for combined training in 2025. Both will visit and collaborate with the Indian military. The deployment of the UK's most modern naval capabilities is a significant step in strengthening UK-India security cooperation.

West's increased military exchange with India, India-UK to have joint military exercise next year

Hindu devotees across India flocked to temples to mark the first day of Navratri, the festival of nine nights dedicated to mother goddess Durga in which devotees worship all her manifestations. Marking the beginning of the traditional new year, in Maharashtra and Goa people celebrated Gudi Padwa.

Festival Highlights: Navratri, Gudi Padwa celebrations

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary God's corp has seized an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship on route from the UAE to India was intercepted by IRGC forces.

17 Indian national on-board Israel-linked ship seized by Iran's IRGC

Plans are to send the UK's high-readiness Littoral Response Group to the Indian Ocean region in 2024, as well as the Carrier Strike Group, for combined training in 2025. Both will visit and collaborate with the Indian military. The deployment of the UK's most modern naval capabilities is a significant step in strengthening UK-India security cooperation. Watch Commander Dalgleish, Commander, UK Navy, Amphibious Task Force's special interaction with WION's Sidharth M.P

UK Royal Navy & Indian Navy to conduct exercise in Pacific Ocean in 2025

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