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<p>A 13-year-old girl's quick thinking saved herself and a toddler from a monkey attack in UP's Basti district. Using Alexa, Amazon's virtual voice assistant, she commanded it to play dog's&nbsp; barking, scaring away the intruding monkey.</p>

<p>The incident occurred while 13-year-old Nikita was visiting her sister's home in Mau's Awas Vikas Colony. She was playing with her one-year-old niece near the kitchen, when they were startled as a monkey suddenly entered the house and headed towards them.</p>

<p>With all other family members in a different room and unaware of the monkey's presence, Nikita acted swiftly. Despite the monkey's attempts to harm them, her resourcefulness with Alexa prevented any injuries.</p>

<p>The infant, confused by the situation, began crying out for her mother. It was at this moment that Nikita noticed the Alexa device positioned on the fridge and instructed it to emit barking sounds. Instantly, the device produced loud barks, effectively frightening the monkey.</p>

<p>Nikita's family breathed a sigh of relief and felt immense pride in her quick thinking, which not only protected her but also her niece from any harm. Pankaj Ojha, a family member, expressed astonishment at the unconventional use of Alexa in averting danger.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/ai-eating-up-human-jobs-amazon-to-lay-off-hundreds-of-people-in-alexa-unit-659990">Also read |&nbsp;AI eating up human jobs? Amazon to lay off hundreds of people in Alexa unit</a></p>

<h2><strong>Versatility and safety debate surrounding Alexa</strong></h2>

<p>Alexa, Amazon's cloud-based voice assistant, serves many&nbsp;everyday functions such as setting timers, answering queries, playing music, and more. However, concerns about its safety, particularly for children, have sparked debates.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Why you shouldn't put Alexa in your bedroom</strong></p>

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<p>In December 2021, a 10-year-old girl's safety was jeopardised by Alexa when it prompted her to touch a penny to the exposed prongs of a phone charger plugged into the wall. This incident raised significant concerns.<br />
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<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A 13-year-old girl's quick thinking saved herself and a toddler from a monkey attack in UP's Basti district. Using Alexa, Amazon's virtual voice assistant, she commanded it to play dog's barking, scaring away the intruding monkey.

A 13-year-old girl's quick thinking saved herself and a toddler from a monkey attack in UP's Basti district. Using Alexa, Amazon's virtual voice assistant, she commanded it to play dog's barking, scaring away the intruding monkey. The incident occurred while 13-year-old Nikita was visiting her sister's home in Mau's Awas Vikas Colony. She was playing with her one-year-old niece near the kitchen, when they were startled as a monkey suddenly entered the house and headed towards them. With all other family members in a different room and unaware of the monkey's presence, Nikita acted swiftly. Despite the monkey's attempts to harm them, her resourcefulness with Alexa prevented any injuries. The infant, confused by the situation, began crying out for her mother. It was at this moment that Nikita noticed the Alexa device positioned on the fridge and instructed it to emit barking sounds. Instantly, the device produced loud barks, effectively frightening the monkey. Nikita's family breathed a sigh of relief and felt immense pride in her quick thinking, which not only protected her but also her niece from any harm. Pankaj Ojha, a family member, expressed astonishment at the unconventional use of Alexa in averting danger. Also read | AI eating up human jobs? Amazon to lay off hundreds of people in Alexa unit Versatility and safety debate surrounding Alexa Alexa, Amazon's cloud-based voice assistant, serves many everyday functions such as setting timers, answering queries, playing music, and more. However, concerns about its safety, particularly for children, have sparked debates. Also watch | Why you shouldn't put Alexa in your bedroom In December 2021, a 10-year-old girl's safety was jeopardised by Alexa when it prompted her to touch a penny to the exposed prongs of a phone charger plugged into the wall. This incident raised significant concerns. Upon being made aware of the issue, Amazon addressed it, stating, "As soon as we became aware of this error, we took swift action to fix it." (With inputs from agencies)

13-year-old girl uses Alexa to scare off monkey, saves herself, toddler niece

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<p>Canada's spy agency- the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)- said on Thursday (Apr 4) that India and Pakistan attempted to interfere in Canada's federal elections in 2019 and then in 2021. Citing an unclassified summary written by the CSIS, a report by CBC News said in 2019, Pakistani government officials in Canada attempted to influence Canadian federal politics to further Islamabad's interests in Canada.</p>

<p>Two years later, the Indian government had "intent to interfere and likely conducted clandestine activities," including the use of an Indian government proxy agent in Canada," the summary said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The CBC report said that these assessments are contained in documents that were tabled as part of the federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference. CSIS Director David Vigneault told the public inquiry that intelligence is not necessarily fact and it may require further investigation.</p>

<h2><strong>The summary's findings</strong></h2>

<p>The CSIS alleged that in 2021, India's foreign interference activities were centred on a small number of electoral districts. New Delhi targeted those ridings, the Canadian spy agency said, as there was a perception (by India) that a portion of Indo-Canadian voters were sympathetic to the Khalistan separatist movement or pro-Pakistan political stances.</p>

<p>The spy agency also said that it amassed a body of intelligence that indicated an Indian government proxy agent might have attempted to interfere in democratic processes by providing illegal financial support to pro-Indian candidates.</p>

<p>When it comes to Pakistan, the CSIS said that Islamabad's foreign interference in Canada was primarily to promote "political, security and economic stability in Pakistan and to counter India's growing global influence."</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: US authorities say they are not aware of Khalistani movement in America</strong></p>

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<p>In the 2019 federal elections, Canada conducted what it called a "threat reduction measure" ahead of the vote meant to "reduce the foreign interference threat posed by Pakistan."</p>

<h2><strong>India rejects allegations</strong></h2>

<p>India has earlier rejected the allegations of its interference in Canadian elections and asserted that the core issue has been Ottawa's meddling in New Delhi's internal affairs. "We have seen media reports about the Canadian commission enquiring into ...We strongly reject all such baseless allegations of Indian interference in Canadian elections," Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in February.</p>

<p>"It is not the government of India's policy to interfere in the democratic processes of other countries. In fact, quite on the reverse, it is Canada which has been interfering in our internal affairs," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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Canada's spy agency- the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)- said on Thursday (Apr 4) that India and Pakistan attempted to interfere in Canada's federal elections in 2019 and then in 2021.

Canada's spy agency- the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)- said on Thursday (Apr 4) that India and Pakistan attempted to interfere in Canada's federal elections in 2019 and then in 2021. Citing an unclassified summary written by the CSIS, a report by CBC News said in 2019, Pakistani government officials in Canada attempted to influence Canadian federal politics to further Islamabad's interests in Canada. Two years later, the Indian government had "intent to interfere and likely conducted clandestine activities," including the use of an Indian government proxy agent in Canada," the summary said. Also read | Canadian PM Trudeau appears to struggle when answering question on Nijjar killing probe The CBC report said that these assessments are contained in documents that were tabled as part of the federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference. CSIS Director David Vigneault told the public inquiry that intelligence is not necessarily fact and it may require further investigation. The summary's findings The CSIS alleged that in 2021, India's foreign interference activities were centred on a small number of electoral districts. New Delhi targeted those ridings, the Canadian spy agency said, as there was a perception (by India) that a portion of Indo-Canadian voters were sympathetic to the Khalistan separatist movement or pro-Pakistan political stances. The spy agency also said that it amassed a body of intelligence that indicated an Indian government proxy agent might have attempted to interfere in democratic processes by providing illegal financial support to pro-Indian candidates. When it comes to Pakistan, the CSIS said that Islamabad's foreign interference in Canada was primarily to promote "political, security and economic stability in Pakistan and to counter India's growing global influence." Also watch | Gravitas: US authorities say they are not aware of Khalistani movement in America × In the 2019 federal elections, Canada conducted what it called a "threat reduction measure" ahead of the vote meant to "reduce the foreign interference threat posed by Pakistan." India rejects allegations India has earlier rejected the allegations of its interference in Canadian elections and asserted that the core issue has been Ottawa's meddling in New Delhi's internal affairs. "We have seen media reports about the Canadian commission enquiring into ...We strongly reject all such baseless allegations of Indian interference in Canadian elections," Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in February. "It is not the government of India's policy to interfere in the democratic processes of other countries. In fact, quite on the reverse, it is Canada which has been interfering in our internal affairs," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday (Apr 5) issued a heatwave alert as temperatures are likely to rise in parts of east and peninsular India over the next two days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In its&nbsp;latest release, the government agency said that Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Vidarbha, North Interior Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema and Telangana would likely face the heat wave.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The update mentioned that the heat wave conditions will prevail&nbsp;in isolated pockets in regions such as North Interior Karnataka, Rayalaseema and Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In official terms, the heatwave has been described as extreme heat and a period of abnormally hot weather. It is often accompanied by high humidity. The air temperature becomes fatal to the human body when exposed for a long time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The update also weighed in on the impact and action suggested due to the heat wave conditions. In Yellow alert areas, IMD said that temperature is moderate, but heat is tolerable for the general public. However, the focus should be on moderate health concerns for vulnerable people e.g. infants, the elderly, and people with chronic diseases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Warm night conditions are very likely to prevail in isolated pockets over Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, Marathwada and North Interior Karnataka on April 5 and April 6.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-puts-on-hold-allahabad-hc-order-scrapping-up-madrasa-law-708031">Supreme Court puts on hold Allahabad HC order scrapping UP madrasa law</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Hot and humid weather is very likely to prevail over Kerala and Mahe, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and Karaikal from April 5-April 9; over Coastal Karnataka and Konkan and Goa on April 5 and April 6; over Telangana on April 7 and over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Rayalaseema from April 7-April 9.</p>

<p>IMD also suggested the public in the&nbsp;impacted areas to avoid heat exposure, wear lightweight, light colour, loose, cotton clothes, cover their head, and use a cloth, hat or umbrella.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>IMD noted in the update that the western disturbance is likely to affect the Western Himalayan region from April 10, which will bring isolated light rainfall/snowfall very likely over Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh.</p>

<p>Rainfall/snowfall is also expected in Himachal Pradesh on April 5, April 6, April 10 and April 11; and over Uttarakhand during the next seven days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Isolated light to moderate rainfall is very likely over Rajasthan on April 5, April 6, April 10 and April 11.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday (Apr 5) issued a heatwave alert as temperatures are likely to rise in parts of east and peninsular India over the next two days.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday (Apr 5) issued a heatwave alert as temperatures are likely to rise in parts of east and peninsular India over the next two days. In its latest release, the government agency said that Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Vidarbha, North Interior Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema and Telangana would likely face the heat wave. The update mentioned that the heat wave conditions will prevail in isolated pockets in regions such as North Interior Karnataka, Rayalaseema and Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. Also read: Indian Coast Guard rescues 27 Bangladeshi fishermen during patrol In official terms, the heatwave has been described as extreme heat and a period of abnormally hot weather. It is often accompanied by high humidity. The air temperature becomes fatal to the human body when exposed for a long time. The update also weighed in on the impact and action suggested due to the heat wave conditions. In Yellow alert areas, IMD said that temperature is moderate, but heat is tolerable for the general public. However, the focus should be on moderate health concerns for vulnerable people e.g. infants, the elderly, and people with chronic diseases. Warm night conditions are very likely to prevail in isolated pockets over Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, Marathwada and North Interior Karnataka on April 5 and April 6. Also read: Supreme Court puts on hold Allahabad HC order scrapping UP madrasa law Hot and humid weather is very likely to prevail over Kerala and Mahe, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and Karaikal from April 5-April 9; over Coastal Karnataka and Konkan and Goa on April 5 and April 6; over Telangana on April 7 and over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Rayalaseema from April 7-April 9. IMD also suggested the public in the impacted areas to avoid heat exposure, wear lightweight, light colour, loose, cotton clothes, cover their head, and use a cloth, hat or umbrella. #HeatWave conditions very likely in isolated pockets of #Vidarbha, Coastal #AndhraPradesh & Yanam, Gangetic #WestBengal, #Rayalaseema, #Bihar, #Telangana, #Jharkhand, North Interior #Karnataka and #Odisha on 05th & 06th April, 2024.@moesgoi@DDNewslive@ndmaindia@airnewsalerts pic.twitter.com/4yPsDnjtvm — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) April 5, 2024 × IMD noted in the update that the western disturbance is likely to affect the Western Himalayan region from April 10, which will bring isolated light rainfall/snowfall very likely over Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh. Rainfall/snowfall is also expected in Himachal Pradesh on April 5, April 6, April 10 and April 11; and over Uttarakhand during the next seven days. Isolated light to moderate rainfall is very likely over Rajasthan on April 5, April 6, April 10 and April 11. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In a significant stride towards bolstering defence ties between Greece and India, General Dimitris Houpis, the Chief of the General Staff of the Greek Armed Forces, is set to visit India next week. This visit marks the first military-level exchange between the two nations following the elevation of their bilateral relations to a 'Strategic Partnership'.</p>

<p>The deepening of ties between Greece and India has been underscored by a series of high-profile engagements in recent times. Earlier this year, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a visit to India, closely following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to Greece the previous year.</p>

<p>Modi's visit marked the first time an Indian Prime Minister had visited the southern European nation in over four decades, signaling a renewed commitment to fostering stronger bilateral relations.</p>

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<p>Military cooperation between the two countries has seen a notable upsurge, with collaborative efforts evident in various defense exercises. The Indian Air Force's active participation in the INIOCHOS-23 multinational air exercise, hosted by the Hellenic Air Force, demonstrated the growing partnership in defense capabilities.</p>

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<p>Similarly, the Indian Navy's engagement in a Passage Exercise with the Hellenic Naval Ship Nikiforos Fokas during a visit to Souda Bay, Crete, further strengthened maritime collaboration between the two nations.</p>

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<p>Beyond military maneuvers, India and Greece have found common ground on several issues, further cementing their diplomatic camaraderie. Both nations have consistently aligned in their mutual support on Kashmir and Cyprus. Greece has also backed India's bid for a permanent seat on an expanded United Nations Security Council.</p>


In a significant stride towards bolstering defence ties between Greece and India, General Dimitris Houpis, the Chief of the General Staff of the Greek Armed Forces, is set to visit India next week.

In a significant stride towards bolstering defence ties between Greece and India, General Dimitris Houpis, the Chief of the General Staff of the Greek Armed Forces, is set to visit India next week. This visit marks the first military-level exchange between the two nations following the elevation of their bilateral relations to a 'Strategic Partnership'. The deepening of ties between Greece and India has been underscored by a series of high-profile engagements in recent times. Earlier this year, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a visit to India, closely following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to Greece the previous year. Modi's visit marked the first time an Indian Prime Minister had visited the southern European nation in over four decades, signaling a renewed commitment to fostering stronger bilateral relations. Also Read | Thailand: Ferry passengers jump into sea to save their life from fire on board Military cooperation between the two countries has seen a notable upsurge, with collaborative efforts evident in various defense exercises. The Indian Air Force's active participation in the INIOCHOS-23 multinational air exercise, hosted by the Hellenic Air Force, demonstrated the growing partnership in defense capabilities. Also Read | NATO 75th anniversary: US spent $21.9 trillion on NATO over 75 years; How much other members contributed? Similarly, the Indian Navy's engagement in a Passage Exercise with the Hellenic Naval Ship Nikiforos Fokas during a visit to Souda Bay, Crete, further strengthened maritime collaboration between the two nations. Watch | Indian elections 2024: India's first-time voter from Chennai speaks to WION × Beyond military maneuvers, India and Greece have found common ground on several issues, further cementing their diplomatic camaraderie. Both nations have consistently aligned in their mutual support on Kashmir and Cyprus. Greece has also backed India's bid for a permanent seat on an expanded United Nations Security Council.

Greek military chief Dimitris Houpis to visit India as defence ties strengthen

<p>Rescue workers in India saved a one-and-a-half-year-old child on Thursday (Apr 4) who&nbsp;had fallen into an open borewell in Lachyan village in Indi taluk, Vijayapura district in the southern state of Karnataka. The borewell was approximately 16 feet deep.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams successfully rescued the child after a 20-hour-long operation. The child was rushed to a hospital for treatment after the rescue work. The officials have not provided his current health status.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Karnataka Minister MB Patil congratulated rescue workers, also the local police and the Vijayapur district administration for saving the baby after 20 hours of continuous rescue operation.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, he said, "Heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed to the rescue mission."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our collective prayers have been answered. Special congratulations to our SDRF team, police force, and Vijayapur district administration who worked tirelessly for 20 continuous hours to save the baby, our pride," Patil further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister also highlighted the need to address dry or dangerous wells and borewells to avoid future incidents.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A message to all of us: Let's never ignore wells and borewells that are devoid of water or are sources of danger. Take appropriate measures. May such incidents never recur in the future," he added in his post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A video published by the news agency ANI showed how authorities carried out the rescue work. Watch it here:&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/man-slits-his-throat-in-front-of-chief-justice-in-karnataka-high-court-707401">Man slits his throat in front of Chief Justice in Karnataka High Court</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Local reports have mentioned that the child fell into the borewell when he was playing. Some reports also noted that the child could have fallen head down, which could have made him unconscious and caused serious injuries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The passers-by heard the child crying, meaning he was in his senses. The family was informed immediately and the rescue work began on Wednesday around 6:30 pm (IST).</p>

<p>Before starting the rescue procedure, the officials used a camera to spot the child. They monitored the movement of his leg. Oxygen was also supplied by a pipeline.&nbsp;</p>

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Rescue workers in India saved a one-and-a-half-year-old child on Thursday (Apr 4) who had fallen into an open borewell in Lachyan village in Indi taluk, Vijayapura district in the southern state of Karnataka.

Rescue workers in India saved a one-and-a-half-year-old child on Thursday (Apr 4) who had fallen into an open borewell in Lachyan village in Indi taluk, Vijayapura district in the southern state of Karnataka. The borewell was approximately 16 feet deep. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams successfully rescued the child after a 20-hour-long operation. The child was rushed to a hospital for treatment after the rescue work. The officials have not provided his current health status. Karnataka Minister MB Patil congratulated rescue workers, also the local police and the Vijayapur district administration for saving the baby after 20 hours of continuous rescue operation. Also read: Three convicts in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case depart for Colombo In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, he said, "Heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed to the rescue mission." "Our collective prayers have been answered. Special congratulations to our SDRF team, police force, and Vijayapur district administration who worked tirelessly for 20 continuous hours to save the baby, our pride," Patil further said. The minister also highlighted the need to address dry or dangerous wells and borewells to avoid future incidents. "A message to all of us: Let's never ignore wells and borewells that are devoid of water or are sources of danger. Take appropriate measures. May such incidents never recur in the future," he added in his post. A video published by the news agency ANI showed how authorities carried out the rescue work. Watch it here: #WATCH | Karnataka: After 20 hours of rescue operation, NDRF and SDRF teams have succeeded in rescuing a 1.5-year-old child who fell into an open borewell in the Lachyan village of Indi taluk of the Vijayapura district. (Source: SDRF) https://t.co/0zWcT99XI5 pic.twitter.com/pZ8IJP8i8s — ANI (@ANI) April 4, 2024 × #WATCH | Karnataka: A 1.5-year-old child was recused alive after he fell into an open borewell in the Lachyan village of Indi taluk of the Vijayapura district; visuals of the rescue carried out by NDRF and SDRF teams. (Source: SDRF) pic.twitter.com/MtVRNPUz1u — ANI (@ANI) April 4, 2024 × #Watch | After 20 hours of rescue operation, NDRF and SDRF teams have succeeded in rescuing a 1.5-year-old child who fell into an open borewell in the Lachyan village of Indi taluk of the Vijayapura district of Karnataka pic.twitter.com/HsQSR3LNLP — DD News (@DDNewslive) April 4, 2024 × Also read: Man slits his throat in front of Chief Justice in Karnataka High Court Local reports have mentioned that the child fell into the borewell when he was playing. Some reports also noted that the child could have fallen head down, which could have made him unconscious and caused serious injuries. The passers-by heard the child crying, meaning he was in his senses. The family was informed immediately and the rescue work began on Wednesday around 6:30 pm (IST). Before starting the rescue procedure, the officials used a camera to spot the child. They monitored the movement of his leg. Oxygen was also supplied by a pipeline. (With inputs from agencies)

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