<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/nations-reach-deal-to-bring-landmark-2015-paris-climate-treaty-to-life-184369">Nations reach </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/nations-reach-deal-to-bring-landmark-2015-paris-climate-treaty-to-life-184369">deal</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/nations-reach-deal-to-bring-landmark-2015-paris-climate-treaty-to-life-184369"> to bring landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty to life</a>

Nations on Sunday struck a deal to breathe life into the landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty after marathon UN talks that failed to match the ambition the world's most vulnerable countries need to avert dangerous global warming.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/frances-yellow-vest-protests-lose-momentum-on-decisive-weekend-184379">France's 'yellow vest' protests lose momentum on decisive weekend</a>

Groups of defiant "yellow vest" demonstrators faced off with tens of thousands of police around France on Saturday, but the protest movement appeared to have lost momentum on a fifth and decisive weekend.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/outraged-democrats-vow-to-challenge-court-ruling-undercutting-obamacare-184387">Outraged Democrats vow to challenge court ruling undercutting Obamacare</a>

Outraged Democrats vowed to appeal a federal judge's ruling that could undo the US health care law known as Obamacare, saying on Saturday that they will use their new power in Congress to hold Republicans responsible and "expose their lies."

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/father-of-dead-guatemalan-migrant-calls-for-objective-investigation-into-death-184403">Father of dead Guatemalan migrant calls for objective investigation into </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/father-of-dead-guatemalan-migrant-calls-for-objective-investigation-into-death-184403">death</a>

The father of the seven-year-old Guatemalan migrant who died after being detained by US border agents called for an objective investigation into the incident on Saturday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">India vs Australia: Virat Kohli slams 25th Test century in Perth Test</a>

Virat Kohli slammed his 25th century in his test career while playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series at Perth Stadium.

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Nations reach deal to bring landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty to life Nations on Sunday struck a deal to breathe life into the landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty after marathon UN talks that failed to match the ambition the world's most vulnerable countries need to avert dangerous global warming.

Nations reach deal to bring landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty to life Nations on Sunday struck a deal to breathe life into the landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty after marathon UN talks that failed to match the ambition the world's most vulnerable countries need to avert dangerous global warming. France's 'yellow vest' protests lose momentum on decisive weekend Groups of defiant "yellow vest" demonstrators faced off with tens of thousands of police around France on Saturday, but the protest movement appeared to have lost momentum on a fifth and decisive weekend. Outraged Democrats vow to challenge court ruling undercutting Obamacare Outraged Democrats vowed to appeal a federal judge's ruling that could undo the US health care law known as Obamacare, saying on Saturday that they will use their new power in Congress to hold Republicans responsible and "expose their lies." Father of dead Guatemalan migrant calls for objective investigation into death The father of the seven-year-old Guatemalan migrant who died after being detained by US border agents called for an objective investigation into the incident on Saturday. India vs Australia: Virat Kohli slams 25th Test century in Perth Test Virat Kohli slammed his 25th century in his test career while playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series at Perth Stadium.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-will-hold-us-bound-refugees-while-claims-processed-trump-179220">All migrants at </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-will-hold-us-bound-refugees-while-claims-processed-trump-179220">border</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-will-hold-us-bound-refugees-while-claims-processed-trump-179220"> to be held in Mexico while they're assessed: Trump</a>

Asylum seekers hoping to enter the US via its southern border will have to wait in Mexico while they are assessed, President Donald Trump announced Saturday, appearing to confirm a report about a bilateral deal published by The Washington Post.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/uks-may-pens-open-letter-to-britons-lauding-brexit-deal-179221">'A deal for a brighter future': Theresa May writes </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/uks-may-pens-open-letter-to-britons-lauding-brexit-deal-179221">open</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/uks-may-pens-open-letter-to-britons-lauding-brexit-deal-179221"> letter to Britons on Brexit deal</a>

British Prime Minister Theresa May wrote a "letter to the nation" Sunday vowing to campaign with "heart and soul" for her Brexit deal once EU leaders sign off on it this weekend.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/clashes-on-champs-elysees-as-french-protesters-rage-against-taxes-179223">'Shame' on you, Macron tells French fuel hike protesters</a>

Anti-government protesters clashed with French police on the Champs-Elysees in Paris on Saturday, leaving the area cloaked in tear gas and smoke from fires on a fresh day of demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-4-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-with-security-forces-in-shopians-kapran-batagund-179227">J&amp;K: 4 terrorists killed in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-4-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-with-security-forces-in-shopians-kapran-batagund-179227">encounter</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-4-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-with-security-forces-in-shopians-kapran-batagund-179227"> with security forces in Shopian's </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-4-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-with-security-forces-in-shopians-kapran-batagund-179227">Kapran</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-4-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-with-security-forces-in-shopians-kapran-batagund-179227"> Batagund</a>

An encounter between security forces and terrorists broke out in Kapran Batagund area of Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/lord-ram-statue-in-ayodhya-to-be-tallest-in-world-up-government-179232">Ram statue in Ayodhya to be tallest in the world: UP government</a>

Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary (Information) Avanish Awasthi on Saturday said that the state government will install a 221-metre bronze statue of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.&nbsp;

 
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All migrants at border to be held in Mexico while they're assessed: Trump Asylum seekers hoping to enter the US via its southern border will have to wait in Mexico while they are assessed, President Donald Trump announced Saturday, appearing to confirm a report about a bilateral deal published by The Washington Post.

All migrants at border to be held in Mexico while they're assessed: Trump Asylum seekers hoping to enter the US via its southern border will have to wait in Mexico while they are assessed, President Donald Trump announced Saturday, appearing to confirm a report about a bilateral deal published by The Washington Post. 'A deal for a brighter future': Theresa May writes open letter to Britons on Brexit deal British Prime Minister Theresa May wrote a "letter to the nation" Sunday vowing to campaign with "heart and soul" for her Brexit deal once EU leaders sign off on it this weekend. 'Shame' on you, Macron tells French fuel hike protesters Anti-government protesters clashed with French police on the Champs-Elysees in Paris on Saturday, leaving the area cloaked in tear gas and smoke from fires on a fresh day of demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron. J&K: 4 terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Shopian's Kapran Batagund An encounter between security forces and terrorists broke out in Kapran Batagund area of Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Sunday. Ram statue in Ayodhya to be tallest in the world: UP government Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary (Information) Avanish Awasthi on Saturday said that the state government will install a 221-metre bronze statue of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-us-accusing-tehran-of-having-chemical-weapons-programme-is-obscene-and-dangerous-179067">Iran says </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-us-accusing-tehran-of-having-chemical-weapons-programme-is-obscene-and-dangerous-179067">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-us-accusing-tehran-of-having-chemical-weapons-programme-is-obscene-and-dangerous-179067"> accusing Tehran of having chemical weapons programme is 'obscene and dangerous'</a>

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday said that US accusations that Tehran has a chemical weapons programme were "obscene and dangerous".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-could-cost-us-hundreds-of-billions-a-year-study-179062">Climate change could cost US 'hundreds of billions' a year: Study</a>

Climate change is already hurting the global economy and will cost the US hundreds of billions of dollars annually by century's end unless drastic action is taken to cut carbon emissions, a major US government report warned on Friday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-vote-spotlights-social-and-political-rifts-179063">Taiwan vote spotlights social and political rifts</a>

Millions of Taiwanese go to the polls Saturday in key elections which tap into a raft of divisive issues, from relations with Beijing to gay rights.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-detains-hardline-cleric-behind-blasphemy-protests-information-minister-179070">Pakistan detains hardline cleric behind blasphemy protests: Information minister</a>

Pakistani police late Friday detained a hardline cleric whose party recently paralysed the country with violent protests over the acquittal of a Christian woman accused of blasphemy.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/brexit-deal-critics-gather-in-belfast-on-eve-of-eu-summit-179080">Brexit deal critics gather in Belfast on eve of EU summit</a>

Opposition to a draft Brexit deal due to be approved by EU leaders will dominate a conference on Saturday of the Democratic Unionist Party, the Northern Irish party whose support is vital to Prime Minister Theresa May's government and Brexit plans.

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Iran says US accusing Tehran of having chemical weapons programme is 'obscene and dangerous' Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday said that US accusations that Tehran has a chemical weapons programme were "obscene and dangerous".

Iran says US accusing Tehran of having chemical weapons programme is 'obscene and dangerous' Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday said that US accusations that Tehran has a chemical weapons programme were "obscene and dangerous". Climate change could cost US 'hundreds of billions' a year: Study Climate change is already hurting the global economy and will cost the US hundreds of billions of dollars annually by century's end unless drastic action is taken to cut carbon emissions, a major US government report warned on Friday. Taiwan vote spotlights social and political rifts Millions of Taiwanese go to the polls Saturday in key elections which tap into a raft of divisive issues, from relations with Beijing to gay rights. Pakistan detains hardline cleric behind blasphemy protests: Information minister Pakistani police late Friday detained a hardline cleric whose party recently paralysed the country with violent protests over the acquittal of a Christian woman accused of blasphemy. Brexit deal critics gather in Belfast on eve of EU summit Opposition to a draft Brexit deal due to be approved by EU leaders will dominate a conference on Saturday of the Democratic Unionist Party, the Northern Irish party whose support is vital to Prime Minister Theresa May's government and Brexit plans.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/naxals-denote-bomb-in-dantewada-as-polls-get-underway-in-chhattisgarh-176729">Naxals denote bomb in Dantewada as polls get underway in Chhattisgarh</a>

Naxals denoted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Tumakpal camp in Katekalyan block in Dantewada as poll booths opened today in Chhattisgarh for the first phase of voting.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-minister-ananth-kumar-passes-away-at-59-in-bengaluru-176720">Union Minister Ananth Kumar passes away at 59 in Bengaluru</a>

Union Minister Ananth Kumar passed away in the wee hours of Monday in Bengaluru.

The 59-year-old political leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had not been keeping well for the past few months.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/khashoggi-killers-to-be-held-accountable-us-to-saudi-prince-salman-176722">Khashoggi killers to be held accountable: </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/khashoggi-killers-to-be-held-accountable-us-to-saudi-prince-salman-176722">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/khashoggi-killers-to-be-held-accountable-us-to-saudi-prince-salman-176722"> to Saudi Prince Salman</a>

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday the US will hold accountable all those involved in the killing of a dissident Saudi journalist, in a telephone call that also took in the conflict in Yemen.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/clashes-erupts-during-gaza-operation-1-israeli-soldier-and-6-palestinians-killed-176719">Clashes erupt during Gaza operation; 1 Israeli soldier and 6 Palestinians killed</a>

An exchange of fire erupted during an Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, killing six Palestinians and an Israeli soldier, officials said, while potentially dashing hopes that a recent agreement would restore calm.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-had-good-conversation-with-trump-in-paris-report-176726">Had </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-had-good-conversation-with-trump-in-paris-report-176726">good</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-had-good-conversation-with-trump-in-paris-report-176726"> conversation with Trump in Paris: Vladimir Putin</a>

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday he had a brief but good conversation with US leader Donald Trump at World War I centenary events in Paris, Russian media reported.

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Naxals denote bomb in Dantewada as polls get underway in Chhattisgarh Naxals denoted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Tumakpal camp in Katekalyan block in Dantewada as poll booths opened today in Chhattisgarh for the first phase of voting.

Naxals denote bomb in Dantewada as polls get underway in Chhattisgarh Naxals denoted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Tumakpal camp in Katekalyan block in Dantewada as poll booths opened today in Chhattisgarh for the first phase of voting. Union Minister Ananth Kumar passes away at 59 in Bengaluru Union Minister Ananth Kumar passed away in the wee hours of Monday in Bengaluru. The 59-year-old political leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had not been keeping well for the past few months. Khashoggi killers to be held accountable: US to Saudi Prince Salman Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday the US will hold accountable all those involved in the killing of a dissident Saudi journalist, in a telephone call that also took in the conflict in Yemen. Clashes erupt during Gaza operation; 1 Israeli soldier and 6 Palestinians killed An exchange of fire erupted during an Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, killing six Palestinians and an Israeli soldier, officials said, while potentially dashing hopes that a recent agreement would restore calm. Had good conversation with Trump in Paris: Vladimir Putin Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday he had a brief but good conversation with US leader Donald Trump at World War I centenary events in Paris, Russian media reported.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/president-erdogan-trump-speak-over-the-phone-turkey-puts-khashoggi-fiancee-under-police-protection-172696">President Erdogan, Trump speak over the phone; Turkey puts Khashoggi's fiancee under police protection</a>

Turkey President Erdogan and US President spoke on the phone on Sunday over the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.The Turkish president's office said both leaders agreed that Khashoggi's killing needed to be clarified "in all aspects".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/petrol-and-diesel-prices-go-down-for-the-fifth-consecutive-day-172692">Petrol and diesel prices go down for the fifth consecutive day</a>

Petrol and diesel prices have been slashed across India and as of today petrol is priced at Rs 81.44 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.30) and diesel is priced at Rs 74.92 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.27), respectively in Delhi.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/australia-and-new-zealand/australian-pm-scott-morrison-gives-national-apology-to-victims-of-institutional-child-abuse-172691">Australian PM Scott Morrison apologies to victims of institutional child abuse</a>

"This was done by Australians to Australians, enemies in our midst, enemies in our midst," Morrison told a parliamentary chamber in a televised speech, his voice trembling with emotion.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayurveda-is-the-soft-power-of-india-says-rss-chief-mohan-bhagwat-172698">Ayurveda is the 'soft power' of India, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat</a>

"There is a need to make the study of Ayurveda and its application more relevant as per the research methodology prevalent in the present system," Bhagwat said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/did-you-win-the-title-kimi-raikkonen-max-verstappen-tease-lewis-hamilton-after-us-grand-prix-result-172695">'Did you win the title,' Raikkonen, Verstappen tease Hamilton</a>

Dutch driver Max Verstappen finished a surprise second after starting 18th in a thrilling finale with the top three cars separated by just 2.1 seconds at the chequered flag.

President Erdogan, Trump speak over the phone; Turkey puts Khashoggi's fiancee under police protection Turkey President Erdogan and US President spoke on the phone on Sunday over the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

President Erdogan, Trump speak over the phone; Turkey puts Khashoggi's fiancee under police protection Turkey President Erdogan and US President spoke on the phone on Sunday over the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.The Turkish president's office said both leaders agreed that Khashoggi's killing needed to be clarified "in all aspects". Petrol and diesel prices go down for the fifth consecutive day Petrol and diesel prices have been slashed across India and as of today petrol is priced at Rs 81.44 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.30) and diesel is priced at Rs 74.92 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.27), respectively in Delhi. Australian PM Scott Morrison apologies to victims of institutional child abuse "This was done by Australians to Australians, enemies in our midst, enemies in our midst," Morrison told a parliamentary chamber in a televised speech, his voice trembling with emotion. Ayurveda is the 'soft power' of India, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat "There is a need to make the study of Ayurveda and its application more relevant as per the research methodology prevalent in the present system," Bhagwat said. 'Did you win the title,' Raikkonen, Verstappen tease Hamilton Dutch driver Max Verstappen finished a surprise second after starting 18th in a thrilling finale with the top three cars separated by just 2.1 seconds at the chequered flag.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-vows-to-get-even-tougher-on-china-says-beijings-behaviour-needs-to-be-adjusted-171204">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-vows-to-get-even-tougher-on-china-says-beijings-behaviour-needs-to-be-adjusted-171204"> vows to get even tougher on China, says Beijing's 'behaviour needs to be adjusted'</a>

US national security adviser John Bolton has vowed to further intensify the Trump administration's tough approach to China, saying Beijing's "behaviour needs to be adjusted in the trade area, in the international, military and political areas."

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirmala-sitharaman-visits-rafale-manufacturing-facility-in-france-171205">Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visits Rafale factory in France, takes stock of production</a>

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Friday visited a production facility of French aerospace major Dassault Aviation near Paris where the Rafale jets to be supplied to India are being manufactured, official sources said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-fine-melania-trump-dismisses-gossip-about-marriage-171196">'We are fine': Melania Trump dismisses gossip about marriage</a>

Melania Trump dismissed Friday the widespread talk about her husband President Donald Trump's reported affairs with a porn star and others, saying she has "more important things to think about."

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/women-entering-sabarimala-should-be-ripped-into-half-actor-kollam-thulasi-171210">Women entering Sabarimala should be 'ripped into half': Kerala actor Kollam Thulasi</a>

Actor Kollam Thulasi on Friday made a shocking statement saying that women entering Sabarimala temple should be ripped into the half. He was addressing a public gathering here.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/hurricane-death-toll-rises-to-17-as-search-goes-on-in-florida-171201">Hurricane death toll rises to 17 as search goes on in Florida</a>

The death toll from Hurricane Michael rose to 17 people across four states on Friday as rescuers, hampered by power and phone outages, used cadaver dogs, drones and heavy equipment to search devastated communities in the Florida Panhandle.

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US vows to get even tougher on China, says Beijing's 'behaviour needs to be adjusted' US national security adviser John Bolton has vowed to further intensify the Trump administration's tough approach to China, saying Beijing's "behaviour needs to be adjusted in the trade area, in the international, military and political areas.

US vows to get even tougher on China, says Beijing's 'behaviour needs to be adjusted' US national security adviser John Bolton has vowed to further intensify the Trump administration's tough approach to China, saying Beijing's "behaviour needs to be adjusted in the trade area, in the international, military and political areas." Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visits Rafale factory in France, takes stock of production Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Friday visited a production facility of French aerospace major Dassault Aviation near Paris where the Rafale jets to be supplied to India are being manufactured, official sources said. 'We are fine': Melania Trump dismisses gossip about marriage Melania Trump dismissed Friday the widespread talk about her husband President Donald Trump's reported affairs with a porn star and others, saying she has "more important things to think about." Women entering Sabarimala should be 'ripped into half': Kerala actor Kollam Thulasi Actor Kollam Thulasi on Friday made a shocking statement saying that women entering Sabarimala temple should be ripped into the half. He was addressing a public gathering here. Hurricane death toll rises to 17 as search goes on in Florida The death toll from Hurricane Michael rose to 17 people across four states on Friday as rescuers, hampered by power and phone outages, used cadaver dogs, drones and heavy equipment to search devastated communities in the Florida Panhandle.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-central-america-will-help-with-your-development-if-you-cut-down-migration-170966">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-central-america-will-help-with-your-development-if-you-cut-down-migration-170966"> to Central America: Will help with your development if you cut down migration</a>

US Vice President Mike Pence told Central American countries on Thursday the United States was willing to help with economic development and investment if they did more to tackle mass migration, corruption and gang violence.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/save-ganga-crusader-gd-agarwal-dies-after-111-day-fast-govt-says-most-demands-met-170978">Save Ganga crusader GD Agarwal dies after 111-day fast: Govt says most of his demands met</a>

Veteran environmental activist GD Agarwal died at a Rishikesh hospital on Thursday, 111 days after he began a fast for a pollution-free Ganga. He was 86.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/kanye-west-hugs-trump-muses-on-presidential-run-170975">Kanye hugs Trump who says rapper could be a future US President</a>

Does rap megastar Kanye West support Donald Trump? He loves him -- and proved it Thursday by suddenly striding from his chair at a surreal White House meeting to hug the president.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/im-most-bullied-person-in-world-melania-trump-on-be-best-initiative-170959">I'm the most bullied person in the world: Melania Trump</a>

When asked in an interview why she chose cyberbullying as a pet cause, US President Donald Trump's wife had a surprising answer.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-will-review-paks-bailout-application-to-imf-including-debt-position-170968">US will review Pak's bailout application to IMF, including debt position&nbsp;</a>

The United States has said it will review Pakistan's bailout request to the IMF from all angles, including the country's debt position, as it appeared to have held the huge Chinese debt responsible for it.

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US to Central America: Will help with your development if you cut down migration US Vice President Mike Pence told Central American countries on Thursday the United States was willing to help with economic development and investment if they did more to tackle mass migration, corruption and gang violence.

US to Central America: Will help with your development if you cut down migration US Vice President Mike Pence told Central American countries on Thursday the United States was willing to help with economic development and investment if they did more to tackle mass migration, corruption and gang violence. Save Ganga crusader GD Agarwal dies after 111-day fast: Govt says most of his demands met Veteran environmental activist GD Agarwal died at a Rishikesh hospital on Thursday, 111 days after he began a fast for a pollution-free Ganga. He was 86. Kanye hugs Trump who says rapper could be a future US President Does rap megastar Kanye West support Donald Trump? He loves him -- and proved it Thursday by suddenly striding from his chair at a surreal White House meeting to hug the president. I'm the most bullied person in the world: Melania Trump When asked in an interview why she chose cyberbullying as a pet cause, US President Donald Trump's wife had a surprising answer. US will review Pak's bailout application to IMF, including debt position The United States has said it will review Pakistan's bailout request to the IMF from all angles, including the country's debt position, as it appeared to have held the huge Chinese debt responsible for it.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/landfall-process-for-very-severe-cyclone-titli-starts-at-odishas-gopalpur-170759">Moving at 140km per hour, very severe cyclone '</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/landfall-process-for-very-severe-cyclone-titli-starts-at-odishas-gopalpur-170759">Titli</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/landfall-process-for-very-severe-cyclone-titli-starts-at-odishas-gopalpur-170759">' makes landfall at Odisha's Gopalpur</a>

The process of landfall of the very severe cyclone Titli started early Thursday with surface wind reaching speeds of 126 kmph at Gopalpur in Odisha's Ganjam district, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/freely-chose-reliance-for-rafale-deal-dassault-aviation-issues-clarification-170776">Freely chose Reliance for Rafale deal: Dassault Aviation issues </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/freely-chose-reliance-for-rafale-deal-dassault-aviation-issues-clarification-170776">clarification</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/freely-chose-reliance-for-rafale-deal-dassault-aviation-issues-clarification-170776">&nbsp;</a>

Dassault Aviation on Thursday clarified stating it freely chose the Reliance Group for the Rafale deal, news agency ANI reported. It also called Reliance a vital part of the deal noting that the deal came as a trade-off.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/pompeo-says-no-more-us-reconstruction-aid-to-syria-if-iran-stays-170756">Pompeo says no more US reconstruction aid to Syria if Iranian troops stay</a>

The United States will refuse any additional reconstruction assistance to war-torn Syria so long as Iranian troops are present in the country, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/floods-kill-at-least-ten-on-the-spanish-island-of-mallorca-170753">Floods kill at least ten on Spanish island of Mallorca</a>

At least 10 people including two Britons were killed as heavy rain and flash floods hit the Spanish island of Mallorca, authorities said on Wednesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirav-modi-declared-absconder-in-directorate-of-revenue-intelligence-case-170762">Nirav Modi declared absconder in Directorate of Revenue Intelligence case</a>

The Chief Judicial Magistrate of Surat, on Wednesday, issued an order declaring fugitive diamantaire and Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam accused Nirav Modi as an absconder in a case filed against him by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) for allegedly evading customs duty on import of diamonds and pearls.

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Moving at 140km per hour, very severe cyclone 'Titli' makes landfall at Odisha's Gopalpur The process of landfall of the very severe cyclone Titli started early Thursday with surface wind reaching speeds of 126 kmph at Gopalpur in Odisha's Ganjam district, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Moving at 140km per hour, very severe cyclone 'Titli' makes landfall at Odisha's Gopalpur The process of landfall of the very severe cyclone Titli started early Thursday with surface wind reaching speeds of 126 kmph at Gopalpur in Odisha's Ganjam district, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Freely chose Reliance for Rafale deal: Dassault Aviation issues clarification Dassault Aviation on Thursday clarified stating it freely chose the Reliance Group for the Rafale deal, news agency ANI reported. It also called Reliance a vital part of the deal noting that the deal came as a trade-off. Pompeo says no more US reconstruction aid to Syria if Iranian troops stay The United States will refuse any additional reconstruction assistance to war-torn Syria so long as Iranian troops are present in the country, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday. Floods kill at least ten on Spanish island of Mallorca At least 10 people including two Britons were killed as heavy rain and flash floods hit the Spanish island of Mallorca, authorities said on Wednesday. Nirav Modi declared absconder in Directorate of Revenue Intelligence case The Chief Judicial Magistrate of Surat, on Wednesday, issued an order declaring fugitive diamantaire and Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam accused Nirav Modi as an absconder in a case filed against him by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) for allegedly evading customs duty on import of diamonds and pearls.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-helped-parents-dodge-millions-taxes-new-york-times-169054">Trump helped parents dodge millions in taxes: New York Times</a>

Donald Trump helped his parents dodge millions of dollars in taxes and received far more money from his father's real estate empire than he has claimed in the past, The New York Times reported Tuesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-indonesia-earthquake-rises-nearly-1300-reports-169055">Death</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-indonesia-earthquake-rises-nearly-1300-reports-169055"> toll in Indonesia earthquake, tsunami crosses 1,300: Reports</a>

The death toll from the powerful earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia has crossed 1,300 people, news reports citing the country's disaster management agency officials said Wednesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kisan-kranti-padyatra-ends-delhi-after-midnight-march-chaudhary-charan-singh-memorial">Farmers' protest ends in Delhi after midnight march to Chaudhary Charan Singh </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kisan-kranti-padyatra-ends-delhi-after-midnight-march-chaudhary-charan-singh-memorial">memorial</a>

The 'Kisan Kranti Padyatra', which was begun on September 23 by the Bharatiya Kisan Union, finished at the Kisan Ghat in the national capital on Wednesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/very-scary-time-young-american-men-says-trump-169056">'Very scary time' for young American men, says Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday the reaction to decades-old allegations of sexual assault against his Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanaugh makes it "a very scary time" for young men in the United States.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-expert-voices-fears-rohingyas-india-set-expel-169058">UN expert voices fears for Rohingyas India is set to expel</a>

A United Nations legal expert has voiced concern over India's plan to deport on Wednesday seven Rohingyas to Myanmar where the army is accused of ethnic cleansing of the Muslim minority.

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Trump helped parents dodge millions in taxes: New York Times Donald Trump helped his parents dodge millions of dollars in taxes and received far more money from his father's real estate empire than he has claimed in the past, The New York Times reported Tuesday.

Trump helped parents dodge millions in taxes: New York Times Donald Trump helped his parents dodge millions of dollars in taxes and received far more money from his father's real estate empire than he has claimed in the past, The New York Times reported Tuesday. Death toll in Indonesia earthquake, tsunami crosses 1,300: Reports The death toll from the powerful earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia has crossed 1,300 people, news reports citing the country's disaster management agency officials said Wednesday. Farmers' protest ends in Delhi after midnight march to Chaudhary Charan Singh memorial The 'Kisan Kranti Padyatra', which was begun on September 23 by the Bharatiya Kisan Union, finished at the Kisan Ghat in the national capital on Wednesday. 'Very scary time' for young American men, says Trump US President Donald Trump said Tuesday the reaction to decades-old allegations of sexual assault against his Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanaugh makes it "a very scary time" for young men in the United States. UN expert voices fears for Rohingyas India is set to expel A United Nations legal expert has voiced concern over India's plan to deport on Wednesday seven Rohingyas to Myanmar where the army is accused of ethnic cleansing of the Muslim minority.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/brett-kavanaugh-accuser-agrees-testify-us-senate-167171">Brett Kavanaugh accuser agrees to testify before US Senate</a>

The woman whose sexual assault allegation threatens to bring down President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee has agreed to testify in the Senate, her lawyers said Saturday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/paradise-power-and-polls-five-questions-maldives-vote-167176">Paradise, power and polls: Five questions as Maldives vote</a>

The Maldives -- a country of 1,200 islands in the Indian Ocean best known for its white beaches and blue lagoons -- will vote Sunday in a presidential election.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-summons-3-european-diplomats-over-parade-attack-report-167174">Iran summons 3 European diplomats over parade attack: Report</a>

Iran summoned diplomats from Denmark, the Netherlands and Britain over an attack on an army parade which killed at least 29 people near the Iraqi border, state-run media said on Sunday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-kicks-presidential-race-currency-slumps-167173">Indonesia kicks off presidential race as currency slumps</a>

Campaigning for Indonesia's presidential election in April kicked off Sunday, pitting incumbent Joko Widodo against a former military general in the race to lead the world's third-biggest democracy.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-capsized-ferry-tanzanias-lake-victoria-rises-207-167145">Death</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-capsized-ferry-tanzanias-lake-victoria-rises-207-167145"> toll in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-capsized-ferry-tanzanias-lake-victoria-rises-207-167145">capsized</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-capsized-ferry-tanzanias-lake-victoria-rises-207-167145"> ferry in Tanzania's Lake Victoria rises to 207</a>

The death toll from a crowded ferry capsizing in Lake Victoria rose sharply to 207 Saturday, a Tanzanian minister said, as rescue workers found a lucky survivor.&nbsp;

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Brett Kavanaugh accuser agrees to testify before US Senate The woman whose sexual assault allegation threatens to bring down President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee has agreed to testify in the Senate, her lawyers said Saturday.

Brett Kavanaugh accuser agrees to testify before US Senate The woman whose sexual assault allegation threatens to bring down President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee has agreed to testify in the Senate, her lawyers said Saturday. Paradise, power and polls: Five questions as Maldives vote The Maldives -- a country of 1,200 islands in the Indian Ocean best known for its white beaches and blue lagoons -- will vote Sunday in a presidential election. Iran summons 3 European diplomats over parade attack: Report Iran summoned diplomats from Denmark, the Netherlands and Britain over an attack on an army parade which killed at least 29 people near the Iraqi border, state-run media said on Sunday. Indonesia kicks off presidential race as currency slumps Campaigning for Indonesia's presidential election in April kicked off Sunday, pitting incumbent Joko Widodo against a former military general in the race to lead the world's third-biggest democracy. Death toll in capsized ferry in Tanzania's Lake Victoria rises to 207 The death toll from a crowded ferry capsizing in Lake Victoria rose sharply to 207 Saturday, a Tanzanian minister said, as rescue workers found a lucky survivor.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/arab-states-launch-biggest-assault-of-yemen-war-with-attack-on-main-port-of-hudaydah-144236">Arab states launch </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/arab-states-launch-biggest-assault-of-yemen-war-with-attack-on-main-port-of-hudaydah-144236">biggest</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/arab-states-launch-biggest-assault-of-yemen-war-with-attack-on-main-port-of-hudaydah-144236"> assault of Yemen war with </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/arab-states-launch-biggest-assault-of-yemen-war-with-attack-on-main-port-of-hudaydah-144236">attack</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/arab-states-launch-biggest-assault-of-yemen-war-with-attack-on-main-port-of-hudaydah-144236"> on country's main port</a>

A Saudi-led alliance of Arab states launched an attack on Yemen’s main port city on Wednesday in the largest battle of the Yemen war, aiming to bring the ruling Houthi movement to its knees at the risk of worsening the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis.

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/nirav-modi-travelling-in-brussels-on-singapore-passport-sources-144248">Nirav Modi reported </a><a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/nirav-modi-travelling-in-brussels-on-singapore-passport-sources-144248">to have</a><a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/nirav-modi-travelling-in-brussels-on-singapore-passport-sources-144248"> fled London for Brussels</a>

Absconding diamantaire and PNB fraud accused Nirav Modi is reported to have fled London for Brussels.&nbsp;

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/karti-chidambarams-firms-received-116-crore-bribe-in-aircel-maxis-deal-probe-agency-144231">Karti Chidambaram's firms received Rs 1.16-crore bribe in Aircel-Maxis deal: ED</a>

Former Union minister P Chidambaram's son Karti controlled two firms which allegedly received Rs. 1.16 crore as bribe money in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said in its charge sheet filed before a Delhi court.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/120-countries-at-united-nations-condemn-israel-over-gaza-violence-144241">120 countries at United Nations condemn Israel over Gaza violence</a>

The UN General Assembly on Wednesday adopted by a strong majority of 120 countries an Arab-backed resolution condemning Israel for Palestinian deaths in Gaza and rejected a US bid to blame Hamas for the violence.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/argentine-congress-prepares-for-historic-abortion-vote-144238">Argentine Congress prepares for historic abortion vote</a>

Lawmakers in conservative Argentina prepared to vote Wednesday on a decisive bill to legalize abortion which if passed, would make it the most populous Latin American country to do so.

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Arab states launch biggest assault of Yemen war with attack on country's main port A Saudi-led alliance of Arab states launched an attack on Yemen’s main port city on Wednesday in the largest battle of the Yemen war, aiming to bring the ruling Houthi movement to its knees at the risk of worsening the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis. Nirav Modi reported to have fled London for Brussels Absconding diamantaire and PNB fraud accused Nirav Modi is reported to have fled London for Brussels. Karti Chidambaram's firms received Rs 1.16-crore bribe in Aircel-Maxis deal: ED Former Union minister P Chidambaram's son Karti controlled two firms which allegedly received Rs. 1.16 crore as bribe money in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said in its charge sheet filed before a Delhi court. 120 countries at United Nations condemn Israel over Gaza violence The UN General Assembly on Wednesday adopted by a strong majority of 120 countries an Arab-backed resolution condemning Israel for Palestinian deaths in Gaza and rejected a US bid to blame Hamas for the violence. Argentine Congress prepares for historic abortion vote Lawmakers in conservative Argentina prepared to vote Wednesday on a decisive bill to legalize abortion which if passed, would make it the most populous Latin American country to do so.

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/no-respite-in-cross-border-firing-will-be-constrained-to-revoke-ceasefire-agreement-mos-hansraj-ahir-142002">No respite in cross-border </a><a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/no-respite-in-cross-border-firing-will-be-constrained-to-revoke-ceasefire-agreement-mos-hansraj-ahir-142002">firing,</a><a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/no-respite-in-cross-border-firing-will-be-constrained-to-revoke-ceasefire-agreement-mos-hansraj-ahir-142002"> will be constrained to revoke ceasefire agreement: MoS Home Hansraj Ahir</a>

After India and Pakistan DGMS announced a ceasefire agreement last week, minister of state for home affairs(MoS) Hansraj Ahir said the government will be "constrained to revoke the ceasefire agreement" in view of cross-border firing.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/france-uk-to-send-ships-to-south-china-sea-french-minister-142008">France, </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/france-uk-to-send-ships-to-south-china-sea-french-minister-142008">UK</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/france-uk-to-send-ships-to-south-china-sea-french-minister-142008"> to send ships to </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/france-uk-to-send-ships-to-south-china-sea-french-minister-142008">South</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/france-uk-to-send-ships-to-south-china-sea-french-minister-142008"> China Sea: French minister</a>

As US defence secretary Jim Mattis engaged in a war of words with China over the South China Sea, French armed forces minister said French maritime task group along with British ships will visit Singapore and then sail to South China Sea.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/6-people-killed-by-erupting-volcano-in-guatemala-141997">Watch: 6 people killed by erupting volcano in Guatemala</a>

Six people are dead or missing and 20 have been injured after Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted on Sunday sending a river of lava flowing into a village.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/donald-trump-to-hold-ramzan-dinner-after-skipping-it-last-year-142004">Donald Trump to hold Ramzan dinner after skipping it last year</a>

President Donald Trump will host an Iftar dinner on Wednesday at the White House, in celebration of Ramzan, an official said.&nbsp

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/pranab-mukherjee-not-wrong-in-accepting-rss-invite-congress-leader-142019">Pranab Mukherjee 'not wrong' in accepting RSS invite: Congress leader</a>

Senior Congress leader Sushil Kumar Shinde on Sunday said former President Pranab Mukherjee accepting an invite to attend an RSS event was "not wrong" as he was a secular person and a good thinker.

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No respite in cross-border firing, will be constrained to revoke ceasefire agreement: MoS Home Hansraj Ahir After India and Pakistan DGMS announced a ceasefire agreement last week, minister of state for home affairs(MoS) Hansraj Ahir said the government will be "constrained to revoke the ceasefire agreement" in view of cross-border firing. France, UK to send ships to South China Sea: French minister As US defence secretary Jim Mattis engaged in a war of words with China over the South China Sea, French armed forces minister said French maritime task group along with British ships will visit Singapore and then sail to South China Sea. Watch: 6 people killed by erupting volcano in Guatemala Six people are dead or missing and 20 have been injured after Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted on Sunday sending a river of lava flowing into a village. Donald Trump to hold Ramzan dinner after skipping it last year President Donald Trump will host an Iftar dinner on Wednesday at the White House, in celebration of Ramzan, an official said. Pranab Mukherjee 'not wrong' in accepting RSS invite: Congress leader Senior Congress leader Sushil Kumar Shinde on Sunday said former President Pranab Mukherjee accepting an invite to attend an RSS event was "not wrong" as he was a secular person and a good thinker.

News brief: Read big stories of the day

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/four-crpfsoldiers-4-civilians-injured-in-series-of-grenade-attacks-in-srinagar-141848">Four CRPF soldiers, 4 civilians injured in grenade attacks in Srinagar</a>

Eight people including four paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers and an equal number of civilians were injured on Saturday in four grenade attacks carried out by the militants.

<a href="http://wionews.com/south-asia/hafiz-saeed-to-fight-pakistan-polls-from-another-party-as-his-group-awaits-nod-141853">Hafiz Saeed to fight Pakistan polls from another party as his group awaits nod</a>

Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed's Jamaat-ud Dawa will contest the July 25 general elections on the platform of Allaha-u-Akbar Tehreek as the group's Milli Muslim League is yet to be registered as a political party, a senior member of the outfit said today.&nbsp

<a href="http://wionews.com/sports/abuse-us-scream-at-us-but-come-watch-us-urges-indian-football-team-captain-sunil-chhetri-141860">‘Abuse us, scream at us, but </a><a href="http://wionews.com/sports/abuse-us-scream-at-us-but-come-watch-us-urges-indian-football-team-captain-sunil-chhetri-141860">come</a><a href="http://wionews.com/sports/abuse-us-scream-at-us-but-come-watch-us-urges-indian-football-team-captain-sunil-chhetri-141860"> watch us,’ urges Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri</a>

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri made a plea to the fellow citizens to come support the Blue Tigers at the stadiums at every possible opportunity.

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/navy-sends-ship-to-socotra-island-in-yemen-to-rescue-38-stranded-indians-141863">Navy sends ship</a><a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/navy-sends-ship-to-socotra-island-in-yemen-to-rescue-38-stranded-indians-141863"> to Socotra island in Yemen to rescue 38 stranded Indians</a>

Indian Navy on Sunday launched ‘Operation Nistar’ to evacuate 38 stranded Indians around Socotra island located close to the horn of Africa between the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/israel-gaza-exchange-fire-after-palestinian-woman-killed-at-border-141865">Israel, Gaza exchange fire after Palestinian woman killed at </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/israel-gaza-exchange-fire-after-palestinian-woman-killed-at-border-141865">border</a>

Israeli aircraft pounded 10 militant targets in Gaza in response to Palestinian projectile fire, its army said Sunday, shattering a ceasefire reached just days ago after the worst flare-up since a 2014 war.

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Four CRPF soldiers, 4 civilians injured in grenade attacks in Srinagar Eight people including four paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers and an equal number of civilians were injured on Saturday in four grenade attacks carried out by the militants. Hafiz Saeed to fight Pakistan polls from another party as his group awaits nod Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed's Jamaat-ud Dawa will contest the July 25 general elections on the platform of Allaha-u-Akbar Tehreek as the group's Milli Muslim League is yet to be registered as a political party, a senior member of the outfit said today. ‘Abuse us, scream at us, but come watch us,’ urges Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri made a plea to the fellow citizens to come support the Blue Tigers at the stadiums at every possible opportunity. Navy sends ship to Socotra island in Yemen to rescue 38 stranded Indians Indian Navy on Sunday launched ‘Operation Nistar’ to evacuate 38 stranded Indians around Socotra island located close to the horn of Africa between the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. Israel, Gaza exchange fire after Palestinian woman killed at border Israeli aircraft pounded 10 militant targets in Gaza in response to Palestinian projectile fire, its army said Sunday, shattering a ceasefire reached just days ago after the worst flare-up since a 2014 war.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/historic-summit-with-north-koreas-kim-jong-un-is-back-on-for-june-12-in-singapore-donald-trump-141676">Historic summit with North Korea's Kim Jong-un is back on for June 12 in Singapore: Donald Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump today confirmed that he would meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un for a historic summit in Singapore on June 12.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675">Mattis slams China on </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675">South</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675"> China </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675">Sea,</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675"> leaves </a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675">door</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675"> open for '</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675">results oriented</a><a href="http://wionews.com/world/mattis-slams-china-on-the-south-china-sea-leaves-adoor-open-for-results-oriented-relationship-141675"> relationship'</a>

The United States is willing to work with China on a "results-oriented" relationship, but Beijing's actions in the South China Sea call into question its intent and the Pentagon will "compete vigorously" if needed, US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said on Saturday.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/we-have-russian-hit-list-of-47-people-ukraine-tells-allies-141678">'We have Russian hit-list of 47 people', Ukraine tells allies</a>

Ukraine, seeking to reassure its Western allies after faking the murder of a Russian dissident to thwart what it said was a plot on his life, told them on Friday its ruse led to the discovery of a hit-list of 47 people whom Russia planned to kill abroad.

<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/modi-pushes-for-asean-unity-and-a-new-rule-based-multipolar-world-order-141639">'Nations need to rise above divisions and work together,' says Modi at Shangri-La Dialogue</a>

The much-awaited Shangri-La Dialogue started with renewed emphasis on the Indian and South East Asian connection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the future resides in the East and the region can be shaped with collective hope. He said Singapore is an example of great excellence. “When rule prevails and oceans are open, nations prosper and Singapore is an example of it,” he said.

<a href="http://wionews.com/world/us-vetoes-un-resolution-on-protecting-palestinians-141682">US vetoes UN resolution on protecting Palestinians</a>

The United States vetoed Friday an Arab-backed UN draft resolution calling for measures to protect the Palestinians but failed to win any backing for its own text condemning Hamas for the violence in Gaza.

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Historic summit with North Korea's Kim Jong-un is back on for June 12 in Singapore: Donald Trump US President Donald Trump today confirmed that he would meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un for a historic summit in Singapore on June 12. Mattis slams China on South China Sea, leaves door open for 'results oriented relationship' The United States is willing to work with China on a "results-oriented" relationship, but Beijing's actions in the South China Sea call into question its intent and the Pentagon will "compete vigorously" if needed, US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said on Saturday. 'We have Russian hit-list of 47 people', Ukraine tells allies Ukraine, seeking to reassure its Western allies after faking the murder of a Russian dissident to thwart what it said was a plot on his life, told them on Friday its ruse led to the discovery of a hit-list of 47 people whom Russia planned to kill abroad. 'Nations need to rise above divisions and work together,' says Modi at Shangri-La Dialogue The much-awaited Shangri-La Dialogue started with renewed emphasis on the Indian and South East Asian connection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the future resides in the East and the region can be shaped with collective hope. He said Singapore is an example of great excellence. “When rule prevails and oceans are open, nations prosper and Singapore is an example of it,” he said. US vetoes UN resolution on protecting Palestinians The United States vetoed Friday an Arab-backed UN draft resolution calling for measures to protect the Palestinians but failed to win any backing for its own text condemning Hamas for the violence in Gaza.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/torrential-rain-hit-coastal-karnataka-causing-floods-no-relief-in-sight-even-today-140798">Torrential rain hits Mangalore, cause floods schools shut</a>

Coastal Karnataka's Mangalore city was ravaged by torrential rains on Tuesday resulting in floods in many areas. According to reports, coastal areas of Karnataka were hit by cyclone Mekunu on Tuesday triggering heavy rains.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-pm-modi-visits-kalibata-war-cemetery-in-jakarta-140796">Live: PM Modi visits Kalibata war cemetery in Jakarta</a>

After paying tributes at the war cemetery, PM Modi was received at the presidential palace where he was officially welcomed during a ceremony attended by Indonesian President Joko Widodo. After taking salute, PM Modi interacted with kids waving the Indian flag.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/fuel-prices-finally-mellow-down-after-16-days-of-consecutive-hike-140787">Fuel prices finally mellow down after 16 days of consecutive hike</a>

After over a fortnight of continuous hike in fuel prices, petrol and diesel costs across the country saw minor reductions on Wednesday. In Delhi, petrol per litre came down by 60 paise amounting to Rs 77.83. For Mumbai and Kolkata the relief equalled to around 59 paise with petrol selling at Rs 85.65 and Rs 80.47 per litre respectively. In Chennai, petrol per litre costs Rs 80.80, around 63 paise short from Tuesday's rate.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-moves-to-finalize-china-trade-sanctions-140779">White House moves to finalize China trade sanctions</a>

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is moving to finalize trade sanctions against China even as a US delegation is set to travel to Beijing for talks to resolve the dispute.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/campaign-trail-again-trump-says-mexico-will-pay-for-the-wall-in-the-end-140788">Campaign trail again? Trump says Mexico will 'pay for the wall in the end'</a>

Trump who campaigned furiously for the Mexican wall during the presidential campaign said United States' neighbour will "pay for the wall in the end".

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Torrential rain hits Mangalore, cause floods schools shut Coastal Karnataka's Mangalore city was ravaged by torrential rains on Tuesday resulting in floods in many areas. According to reports, coastal areas of Karnataka were hit by cyclone Mekunu on Tuesday triggering heavy rains. Live: PM Modi visits Kalibata war cemetery in Jakarta After paying tributes at the war cemetery, PM Modi was received at the presidential palace where he was officially welcomed during a ceremony attended by Indonesian President Joko Widodo. After taking salute, PM Modi interacted with kids waving the Indian flag. Fuel prices finally mellow down after 16 days of consecutive hike After over a fortnight of continuous hike in fuel prices, petrol and diesel costs across the country saw minor reductions on Wednesday. In Delhi, petrol per litre came down by 60 paise amounting to Rs 77.83. For Mumbai and Kolkata the relief equalled to around 59 paise with petrol selling at Rs 85.65 and Rs 80.47 per litre respectively. In Chennai, petrol per litre costs Rs 80.80, around 63 paise short from Tuesday's rate. White House moves to finalize China trade sanctions President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is moving to finalize trade sanctions against China even as a US delegation is set to travel to Beijing for talks to resolve the dispute. Campaign trail again? Trump says Mexico will 'pay for the wall in the end' Trump who campaigned furiously for the Mexican wall during the presidential campaign said United States' neighbour will "pay for the wall in the end".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pm-abe-for-permanent-dismantling-of-north-koreas-nuclear-programme-white-house-140509">Trump, PM Abe for </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pm-abe-for-permanent-dismantling-of-north-koreas-nuclear-programme-white-house-140509">permanent</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pm-abe-for-permanent-dismantling-of-north-koreas-nuclear-programme-white-house-140509"> dismantling of North Korea’s nuclear programme: White House</a>

Ahead of talks with Kim, US President Trump and Japanese PM Shinzo Abe agreed that North Korea should completely dismantle it's nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and ballistic missile programs.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/cbse-class-10-results-to-be-declared-at-4-on-tuesday-140528">CBSE class 10 results to be declared at 4 on Tuesday</a>

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce&nbspClass 10 examinations&nbspresult on Tuesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/fuel-prices-continue-to-mount-for-16th-straight-day-140503">Fuel prices continue to mount for </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/fuel-prices-continue-to-mount-for-16th-straight-day-140503">16th</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/fuel-prices-continue-to-mount-for-16th-straight-day-140503"> straight day</a>

The escalating fuel prices in the country spilt into its 16th consecutive day as petrol price per litre in Delhi climbed to Rs 78.43. Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata witnessed petrol prices breaking the Rs 80+ mark at Rs 86.24, Rs 81.43 and Rs 81.06 respectively.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/war-veterans-slam-president-donald-trump-for-his-self-congratulatory-memorial-day-tweet-140523">War veterans slam Donald Trump for his self-congratulatory Memorial Day tweet</a>

United States President Donald Trump joined Americans in paying tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives while serving in the military services. However, the president's twitter wishes did not go very well with the war veterans and sparked an outcry on social media.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ex-isi-chief-on-no-fly-list-faces-inquiry-into-revelations-made-in-his-book-140501">Ex-ISI chief on 'no-fly list' faces </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ex-isi-chief-on-no-fly-list-faces-inquiry-into-revelations-made-in-his-book-140501">inquiry</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ex-isi-chief-on-no-fly-list-faces-inquiry-into-revelations-made-in-his-book-140501"> into revelations made in his book</a>

Pakistan's powerful spy agency ISI's former chief Lt Gen (retd.) Asad Durrani has been banned from leaving the country and will face a Court of Inquiry over a controversial book he recently co-authored with India's former intelligence head.

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Trump, PM Abe for permanent dismantling of North Korea’s nuclear programme: White House Ahead of talks with Kim, US President Trump and Japanese PM Shinzo Abe agreed that North Korea should completely dismantle it's nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and ballistic missile programs. CBSE class 10 results to be declared at 4 on Tuesday The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce&nbspClass 10 examinations&nbspresult on Tuesday. Fuel prices continue to mount for 16th straight day The escalating fuel prices in the country spilt into its 16th consecutive day as petrol price per litre in Delhi climbed to Rs 78.43. Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata witnessed petrol prices breaking the Rs 80+ mark at Rs 86.24, Rs 81.43 and Rs 81.06 respectively. War veterans slam Donald Trump for his self-congratulatory Memorial Day tweet United States President Donald Trump joined Americans in paying tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives while serving in the military services. However, the president's twitter wishes did not go very well with the war veterans and sparked an outcry on social media. Ex-ISI chief on 'no-fly list' faces inquiry into revelations made in his book Pakistan's powerful spy agency ISI's former chief Lt Gen (retd.) Asad Durrani has been banned from leaving the country and will face a Court of Inquiry over a controversial book he recently co-authored with India's former intelligence head.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/baseless-indian-propaganda-on-gilgit-baltistan-says-pakistan-140218">'Baseless Indian propaganda on Gilgit-Baltistan,' says Pakistan</a>

Pakistan today said the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) is a "disputed" territory and rejected Indian protest against Gilgit-Baltistan Order 2018.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-ied-blast-in-shopian-at-least-3-army-soldiers-injured-140226">J&K: IED blast in Shopian, at least 3 Army soldiers injured</a>

At least three Indian Army personnel were injured after an improvised explosive device(IED) blast occurred in Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/heatwave-in-india-khajuraho-in-madhya-pradesh-karauli-in-rajasthan-hit-47-degrees-140238">Heatwave in India: Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, Karauli in Rajasthan hit 47 degrees</a>

The Indian Meteorological Department had warned of heatwave conditions in North India last week including Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and Delhi.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-assembly-bypolls-polling-at-uttar-pradeshs-kairana-begins--140227">Bypolls: EVMs malfunction in Uttar Pradesh's Kairana</a>

At least 6 electronic voting machines (EVMs) malfunctioned in Uttar Pradesh's Kairana as polling began on Monday morning.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/kings-chennai-crowned-with-3rd-ipl-title--140183">'Kings' Chennai crowned with 3rd IPL title</a>

Opener Shane Watson's unbeaten ton helps Chennai lift third Indian Premier League title (IPL) as they defeated Hyderabad by eight wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

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'Baseless Indian propaganda on Gilgit-Baltistan,' says Pakistan Pakistan today said the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) is a "disputed" territory and rejected Indian protest against Gilgit-Baltistan Order 2018. J&K: IED blast in Shopian, at least 3 Army soldiers injured At least three Indian Army personnel were injured after an improvised explosive device(IED) blast occurred in Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir. Heatwave in India: Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, Karauli in Rajasthan hit 47 degrees The Indian Meteorological Department had warned of heatwave conditions in North India last week including Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and Delhi. Bypolls: EVMs malfunction in Uttar Pradesh's Kairana At least 6 electronic voting machines (EVMs) malfunctioned in Uttar Pradesh's Kairana as polling began on Monday morning. 'Kings' Chennai crowned with 3rd IPL title Opener Shane Watson's unbeaten ton helps Chennai lift third Indian Premier League title (IPL) as they defeated Hyderabad by eight wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-kim-hopes-trump-summit-will-end-history-of-confrontation-south-korea-president-moon-140054">Kim Jong Un hopes Trump summit will 'end </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-kim-hopes-trump-summit-will-end-history-of-confrontation-south-korea-president-moon-140054">history</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-kim-hopes-trump-summit-will-end-history-of-confrontation-south-korea-president-moon-140054"> of confrontation': South Korea president</a>

Kim Jong Un believes a summit with US President Donald Trump will be a landmark opportunity to end decades of confrontation, South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said Sunday following his surprise meeting with the North Korean leader.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-super-bale-sinks-liverpool-as-madrid-make-it-three-in-a-row-140046">Champions League: Super Bale sinks Liverpool as Madrid make it three in a row</a>

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale scored a jaw-dropping overhead kick and a long distance strike to give them a 3-1 win over Liverpool in the Champions League final on Saturday (May 26), delivering a remarkable third consecutive title for the Spaniards.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-one-of-the-most-vulnerable-to-cyber-attacks--data-theft-third-behind-canada-us-140050">India one of the most vulnerable to cyber attacks & data theft third behind Canada, US</a>

Phishing and malware-based attacks are the most prolific online fraud tactics globally and India is one of the top three target countries for such attacks, says a report.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-still-sees-june-12-singapore-summit-with-kim-140048">Talks with North Korea on summit going 'very well': US President Donald Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that things are moving "very nicely" towards a summit on June 12 in Singapore with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-announces-general-elections-on-july-25-140056">Pakistan announces general elections on July 25</a>

Pakistan will hold general elections on July 25, a presidential spokesman said Saturday, offering the prospect of what would be only the second ever democratic transfer of power in the nuclear-armed country.

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Kim Jong Un hopes Trump summit will 'end history of confrontation': South Korea president Kim Jong Un believes a summit with US President Donald Trump will be a landmark opportunity to end decades of confrontation, South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said Sunday following his surprise meeting with the North Korean leader. Champions League: Super Bale sinks Liverpool as Madrid make it three in a row Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale scored a jaw-dropping overhead kick and a long distance strike to give them a 3-1 win over Liverpool in the Champions League final on Saturday (May 26), delivering a remarkable third consecutive title for the Spaniards. India one of the most vulnerable to cyber attacks & data theft third behind Canada, US Phishing and malware-based attacks are the most prolific online fraud tactics globally and India is one of the top three target countries for such attacks, says a report. Talks with North Korea on summit going 'very well': US President Donald Trump US President Donald Trump said Saturday that things are moving "very nicely" towards a summit on June 12 in Singapore with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Pakistan announces general elections on July 25 Pakistan will hold general elections on July 25, a presidential spokesman said Saturday, offering the prospect of what would be only the second ever democratic transfer of power in the nuclear-armed country.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exit-polls-predict-a-landslide-win-for-ireland-referendum-that-could-lift-strict-ban-on-abortion-139829">Exit polls predict </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exit-polls-predict-a-landslide-win-for-ireland-referendum-that-could-lift-strict-ban-on-abortion-139829">landslide</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exit-polls-predict-a-landslide-win-for-ireland-referendum-that-could-lift-strict-ban-on-abortion-139829"> win for Ireland referendum that could lift </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exit-polls-predict-a-landslide-win-for-ireland-referendum-that-could-lift-strict-ban-on-abortion-139829">strict</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exit-polls-predict-a-landslide-win-for-ireland-referendum-that-could-lift-strict-ban-on-abortion-139829"> ban on abortion</a>

The people of Ireland are set to liberalise some of the world`s most restrictive abortion laws by a landslide, two exit polls from a referendum showed on Friday, as voters demanded change in what two decades ago was one of Europe`s most socially conservative countries.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-reaches-deal-to-lift-sanctions-on-chinas-zte-139830">White House reaches </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-reaches-deal-to-lift-sanctions-on-chinas-zte-139830">deal</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-reaches-deal-to-lift-sanctions-on-chinas-zte-139830"> to lift sanctions on China's ZTE</a>

US President Donald Trump said Friday he had reached a deal to keep Chinese telecoms giant ZTE running, rolling back some penalties in exchange for security guarantees -- a move that infuriated Democrats and some in his own party.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/infiltration-bid-foiled-by-security-forces-in-tangdhar-sector-of-jk-4-terrorists-killed-139840">Infiltration bid foiled by security forces in Tangdhar sector of J&K, 4 terrorists killed&nbsp</a>

The security forces on Saturday foiled an infiltration bid by a group of terrorists from across the border and killed four terrorists in Tangdhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-in-productive-talks-about-reinstating-june-north-korea-summit-trump-139831">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-in-productive-talks-about-reinstating-june-north-korea-summit-trump-139831"> in 'productive talks' about reinstating June North Korea summit: Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump late on Friday said the United States was having "productive talks" about reinstating a June 12 summit with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un, just a day after he cancelled the meeting citing Pyongyang's "open hostility."

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/dozens-of-palestinians-injured-by-israeli-gunfire-tear-gas-in-gaza-border-protests-139834">Dozens of Palestinians injured by Israeli gunfire, tear gas in Gaza border protests</a>

Dozens of Palestinians demonstrating at the Gaza border were injured by Israeli gunfire and tear gas on Friday, as the latest round of protests drew several thousand participants to the frontier.

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Exit polls predict landslide win for Ireland referendum that could lift strict ban on abortion The people of Ireland are set to liberalise some of the world`s most restrictive abortion laws by a landslide, two exit polls from a referendum showed on Friday, as voters demanded change in what two decades ago was one of Europe`s most socially conservative countries. White House reaches deal to lift sanctions on China's ZTE US President Donald Trump said Friday he had reached a deal to keep Chinese telecoms giant ZTE running, rolling back some penalties in exchange for security guarantees -- a move that infuriated Democrats and some in his own party. Infiltration bid foiled by security forces in Tangdhar sector of J&K, 4 terrorists killed The security forces on Saturday foiled an infiltration bid by a group of terrorists from across the border and killed four terrorists in Tangdhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir. US in 'productive talks' about reinstating June North Korea summit: Trump US President Donald Trump late on Friday said the United States was having "productive talks" about reinstating a June 12 summit with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un, just a day after he cancelled the meeting citing Pyongyang's "open hostility." Dozens of Palestinians injured by Israeli gunfire, tear gas in Gaza border protests Dozens of Palestinians demonstrating at the Gaza border were injured by Israeli gunfire and tear gas on Friday, as the latest round of protests drew several thousand participants to the frontier.

News brief: 5 big stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kumaraswamy-to-face-floor-test-today-congress-jds-legislators-still-in-hotel--139553">Kumaraswamy to face floor test today Congress-JD(S) legislators still in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kumaraswamy-to-face-floor-test-today-congress-jds-legislators-still-in-hotel--139553">hotel</a>

With a hope of putting an end to the political turmoil prevailing in Karnataka over the government formation, newly sworn-in Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy will face a floor test on Friday to prove his majority.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-is-soaking-up-most-of-the-political-funding-shashi-tharoor-139562">'BJP is soaking up most of political funding': Shashi Tharoor</a>

A day after acknowledging that the Congress party was indeed facing a funding crunch, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday said that BJP is soaking up most of the political funding, partly because the money goes to those who are in power.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/entertainment-morgan-freeman-apologises-as-multiple-women-accuse-him-of-sexual-harassment-at-work-139548">Morgan Freeman apologises as multiple women accuse him of sexual harassment at work</a>

In a shocking update from the world of entertainment, Hollywood star Morgan Freeman who is known for giving stellar performances in every movie he does -- has been accused of inappropriate behaviour and harassment by multiple women who have worked with him.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/petrol-diesel-prices-hit-new-high-in-past-five-days-139554">No relief in sight as petrol, diesel prices hit a new high</a>

Commuters are unlikely to get any relief from soaring oil prices today also as petrol and diesel on Friday morning hit an all-time high in the last five days. Petrol price per litre in Delhi was recorded at Rs 77.83. For Mumbai petrol per litre was registered at Rs 85.65, Rs 80.47 in Kolkata and Rs 80.80 per litre in Chennai.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ireland-votes-in-once-in-a-generation-abortion-referendum-139549">Ireland votes in 'once-in-a-generation' abortion referendum</a>

Ireland votes on Friday in an abortion referendum that could be a milestone on a path of change in a country that, only a few decades ago, was one of Europe's most socially conservative.

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Kumaraswamy to face floor test today Congress-JD(S) legislators still in hotel With a hope of putting an end to the political turmoil prevailing in Karnataka over the government formation, newly sworn-in Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy will face a floor test on Friday to prove his majority. 'BJP is soaking up most of political funding': Shashi Tharoor A day after acknowledging that the Congress party was indeed facing a funding crunch, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday said that BJP is soaking up most of the political funding, partly because the money goes to those who are in power. Morgan Freeman apologises as multiple women accuse him of sexual harassment at work In a shocking update from the world of entertainment, Hollywood star Morgan Freeman who is known for giving stellar performances in every movie he does -- has been accused of inappropriate behaviour and harassment by multiple women who have worked with him. No relief in sight as petrol, diesel prices hit a new high Commuters are unlikely to get any relief from soaring oil prices today also as petrol and diesel on Friday morning hit an all-time high in the last five days. Petrol price per litre in Delhi was recorded at Rs 77.83. For Mumbai petrol per litre was registered at Rs 85.65, Rs 80.47 in Kolkata and Rs 80.80 per litre in Chennai. Ireland votes in 'once-in-a-generation' abortion referendum Ireland votes on Friday in an abortion referendum that could be a milestone on a path of change in a country that, only a few decades ago, was one of Europe's most socially conservative.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-to-carry-out-military-drills-as-part-of-multi-nation-exercise-133608">India, Pakistan to carry out military drills as part of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-to-carry-out-military-drills-as-part-of-multi-nation-exercise-133608">multi-nation</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-to-carry-out-military-drills-as-part-of-multi-nation-exercise-133608"> exercise</a>

In a first, India and Pakistan will be part of a multi-nation counter-terror exercise in September, which will also be joined by China and several other countries.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-set-to-launch-space-programme-to-keep-an-eye-on-indian-side-report-133590">Pakistan set to launch space programme to keep an eye on Indian side: Report</a>

Pakistan is set to launch an ambitious space programme during the next fiscal year with an aim to keep an eye on the Indian side and reduce its dependence on foreign satellites for civil and military purposes, according to a media report.

<a href="3,292 NGOs, institutes yet to disclose foreign donations: Government">3,292 NGOs, institutes yet to disclose foreign donations: Government</a>

As many as 3,292 NGOs and institutes, including some top academic centres like JNU, IGNOU, IIT Delhi and Madras, besides the Infosys Foundation in Bangalore have not disclosed their annual foreign donations and expenditure for the last fiscal or previous years, the Home Ministry has said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/libyan-transport-plane-crashes-at-el-sharara-oilfield-3-killed-reports-133615">Libyan transport plane crashes at El Sharara oilfield, 3 </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/libyan-transport-plane-crashes-at-el-sharara-oilfield-3-killed-reports-133615">killed </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/libyan-transport-plane-crashes-at-el-sharara-oilfield-3-killed-reports-133615">:</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/libyan-transport-plane-crashes-at-el-sharara-oilfield-3-killed-reports-133615">Reports</a>

Three people were killed in a plane crash at an airfield at EI Sharara oilfield on Sunday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-willing-to-talk-to-japan-at-any-time-133582">North Korea willing to talk to Japan at 'any time'</a>

North Korea leader Kim Jong-Un has agreed to have a dialogue with Japan "any time", Seoul's presidential office said Sunday, two days after the historic North-South Summit.&nbsp;

India, Pakistan to carry out military drills as part of multi-nation exercise In a first, India and Pakistan will be part of a multi-nation counter-terror exercise in September, which will also be joined by China and several other countries. Pakistan set to launch space programme to keep an eye on Indian side: Report Pakistan is set to launch an ambitious space programme during the next fiscal year with an aim to keep an eye on the Indian side and reduce its dependence on foreign satellites for civil and military purposes, according to a media report. 3,292 NGOs, institutes yet to disclose foreign donations: Government As many as 3,292 NGOs and institutes, including some top academic centres like JNU, IGNOU, IIT Delhi and Madras, besides the Infosys Foundation in Bangalore have not disclosed their annual foreign donations and expenditure for the last fiscal or previous years, the Home Ministry has said. Libyan transport plane crashes at El Sharara oilfield, 3 killed :Reports Three people were killed in a plane crash at an airfield at EI Sharara oilfield on Sunday. North Korea willing to talk to Japan at 'any time' North Korea leader Kim Jong-Un has agreed to have a dialogue with Japan "any time", Seoul's presidential office said Sunday, two days after the historic North-South Summit.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/canada-10-dead-15-injured-after-van-ploughs-into-crowd-on-toronto-sidewalk-132406">10 dead, 15 injured after van ploughs into </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/canada-10-dead-15-injured-after-van-ploughs-into-crowd-on-toronto-sidewalk-132406">crowd</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/canada-10-dead-15-injured-after-van-ploughs-into-crowd-on-toronto-sidewalk-132406"> on Toronto sidewalk</a>

A driver ploughed his white Ryder rental van into a crowd in Toronto on Monday, killing 10 people and injuring 15 along a roughly mile-long (1.6-km) stretch of sidewalk thronged with lunch-hour pedestrians, police said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/inclusion-of-death-penalty-will-have-disastrous-consequence-on-children-former-delhi-high-court-chief-justice-132391">Death penalty for child rapists: 'Futile... disastrous consequences for children,' says ex-Delhi HC chief justice</a>

After the Delhi High Court reprimanded the Centre over the ordinance passed to amend the POCSO Act, the former Delhi High Court chief justice AP Shah said on Monday that the enhancement of punishment will have "disastrous consequences for children".&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china--18-dead-in-lounge-fire-arson-suspected-132389">18 dead in China karaoke lounge fire arson suspected</a>

A major fire broke out in a three storey building in Qingyuan city in China on Tuesday. At least 18 people are reported to be killed and five people are injured.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/former-us-president-george-hw-bush-admitted-to-houston-hospital-132384">Day</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/former-us-president-george-hw-bush-admitted-to-houston-hospital-132384"> after wife's funeral, ex-US President George HW Bush admitted to hospital</a>

Former US President George HW Bush was admitted to a Houston hospital for an infection that spread to his blood a day after the funeral of Barbara Bush, his wife of seven decades, a family spokesman said on Monday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/achieved-things-beyond-stated-objectives-iaf-chief-on-mega-exercise-132386">Indian Air Force prepared to deal with two-front war, hints chief</a>

The Indian Air Force effectively achieved relocation and re-balancing of its assets from one sector to another during a just-concluded mega exercise, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa said on Monday, hinting at its preparedness to deal with a two-front war.

 
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10 dead, 15 injured after van ploughs into crowd on Toronto sidewalk A driver ploughed his white Ryder rental van into a crowd in Toronto on Monday, killing 10 people and injuring 15 along a roughly mile-long (1.6-km) stretch of sidewalk thronged with lunch-hour pedestrians, police said. Death penalty for child rapists: 'Futile... disastrous consequences for children,' says ex-Delhi HC chief justice After the Delhi High Court reprimanded the Centre over the ordinance passed to amend the POCSO Act, the former Delhi High Court chief justice AP Shah said on Monday that the enhancement of punishment will have "disastrous consequences for children". 18 dead in China karaoke lounge fire arson suspected A major fire broke out in a three storey building in Qingyuan city in China on Tuesday. At least 18 people are reported to be killed and five people are injured. Day after wife's funeral, ex-US President George HW Bush admitted to hospital Former US President George HW Bush was admitted to a Houston hospital for an infection that spread to his blood a day after the funeral of Barbara Bush, his wife of seven decades, a family spokesman said on Monday. Indian Air Force prepared to deal with two-front war, hints chief The Indian Air Force effectively achieved relocation and re-balancing of its assets from one sector to another during a just-concluded mega exercise, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa said on Monday, hinting at its preparedness to deal with a two-front war.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/further-israeli-sorties-in-syria-will-have-consequences-iran-132171">Further Israeli sorties in Syria will have consequences: Iran</a>

Iran and Israel traded blame on Sunday for an unprecedented, weeks-long surge in hostilities between their forces over Syria but played down prospects of a spillover into war.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-death-penalty-only-for-rape-of-girls-under-12-what-about-14-15--16-year-olds-kamal-haasan-132170">Why death penalty only for </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-death-penalty-only-for-rape-of-girls-under-12-what-about-14-15--16-year-olds-kamal-haasan-132170">rape</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-death-penalty-only-for-rape-of-girls-under-12-what-about-14-15--16-year-olds-kamal-haasan-132170"> of girls under 12... what about 14, 15 & 16-year-olds? Kamal Haasan</a>

Actor politician Kamal Haasan Sunday wondered why the ordinance promulgated by the President provided for death penalty for rape of girls under 12 years alone and not for those aged between 14 and 16 and said families should bring up boys to act responsibly.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/yuvraj-singh-to-retire-after-2019-world-cup-132182">Yuvraj Singh to retire after 2019 World Cup?&nbsp;</a>

Flamboyant Indian batsman Yuvraj Singh, who played his last One Day International (ODI) for the country in June 2017, has said that he will take a call on his career after the 2019 World Cup in England and Wales.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/liverpools-salah-named-pfa-player-of-the-year-132168">Liverpool's Mohamed Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award</a>

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah won the PFA Player of the Year award as Manchester City's Leroy Sane picked up the young player's award, the PFA announced early on Monday

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-patron-snatches-rifle-after-naked-gunman-kills-4-at-restaurant-132177">US: Patron snatches rifle after naked gunman kills 4 at </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-patron-snatches-rifle-after-naked-gunman-kills-4-at-restaurant-132177">restaurant</a>

A nearly nude gunman killed at least four people at a Waffle House restaurant near Nashville, Tennessee early on Sunday and then fled after a patron saved lives by wrestling the assault-style rifle from his hands.

Read the five big stories of the day here

Further Israeli sorties in Syria will have consequences: Iran Iran and Israel traded blame on Sunday for an unprecedented, weeks-long surge in hostilities between their forces over Syria but played down prospects of a spillover into war. Why death penalty only for rape of girls under 12... what about 14, 15 & 16-year-olds? Kamal Haasan Actor politician Kamal Haasan Sunday wondered why the ordinance promulgated by the President provided for death penalty for rape of girls under 12 years alone and not for those aged between 14 and 16 and said families should bring up boys to act responsibly. Yuvraj Singh to retire after 2019 World Cup? Flamboyant Indian batsman Yuvraj Singh, who played his last One Day International (ODI) for the country in June 2017, has said that he will take a call on his career after the 2019 World Cup in England and Wales. Liverpool's Mohamed Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award Liverpool's Mohamed Salah won the PFA Player of the Year award as Manchester City's Leroy Sane picked up the young player's award, the PFA announced early on Monday US: Patron snatches rifle after naked gunman kills 4 at restaurant A nearly nude gunman killed at least four people at a Waffle House restaurant near Nashville, Tennessee early on Sunday and then fled after a patron saved lives by wrestling the assault-style rifle from his hands.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/chemical-weapons-experts-of-opcw-visit-site-of-alleged-chemical-attack-in-syrias-douma-131953">Chemical weapon experts of OPCW visit site of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/chemical-weapons-experts-of-opcw-visit-site-of-alleged-chemical-attack-in-syrias-douma-131953">alleged</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/chemical-weapons-experts-of-opcw-visit-site-of-alleged-chemical-attack-in-syrias-douma-131953"> chemical attack in Syria's Douma</a>

Experts from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) on Saturday visited one of the sites in Douma, Syria, where a chemical attack allegedly took place on April 7 to collect samples for analysis.India to join 8 countries having sex offenders database

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-join-8-countries-having-sex-offenders-database-131954">India to join 8 countries having sex offenders database</a>

India will join a club of eight countries with a sexual offender database to monitor and track those convicted of such crimes, amidst growing criticism against it in the US, where it is pursued aggressively.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/madhya-pradesh-infant-rape-murder-accused-thrashed-outside-court-131957">Madhya Pradesh infant rape-murder: Accused thrashed outside court</a>

A man arrested for allegedly raping and killing a four-month-old infant was Saturday assaulted by people when he was being taken to a magisterial court in Indore, officials said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/tens-of-thousands-of-hungarians-stage-protest-against-prime-minister-viktor-orban-131956">Tens of Thousands of Hungarians stage protest against Prime Minister Viktor Orban</a>

Tens of thousands of people participated in the mass rally in Budapest on Saturday against the government control over the media which reportedly helped Prime Minister Viktor Orban taking sweeping victory in recent polls.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ex-us-presidents-among-mourners-as-barbara-bush-lauded-at-funeral-131952">Ex-US presidents among mourners as Barbara Bush lauded at </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ex-us-presidents-among-mourners-as-barbara-bush-lauded-at-funeral-131952">funeral</a>

Former first lady Barbara Bush was remembered on Saturday as a sharp-tongued but caring figure whose devotion to her family was matched only by her commitment to public service.

Chemical weapon experts of OPCW visit site of alleged chemical attack in Syria's Douma Experts from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) on Saturday visited one of the sites in Douma, Syria, where a chemical attack allegedly took place on April 7 to collect samples for analysis.India to join 8 countries having sex offenders database India to join 8 countries having sex offenders database India will join a club of eight countries with a sexual offender database to monitor and track those convicted of such crimes, amidst growing criticism against it in the US, where it is pursued aggressively. Madhya Pradesh infant rape-murder: Accused thrashed outside court A man arrested for allegedly raping and killing a four-month-old infant was Saturday assaulted by people when he was being taken to a magisterial court in Indore, officials said. Tens of Thousands of Hungarians stage protest against Prime Minister Viktor Orban Tens of thousands of people participated in the mass rally in Budapest on Saturday against the government control over the media which reportedly helped Prime Minister Viktor Orban taking sweeping victory in recent polls. Ex-US presidents among mourners as Barbara Bush lauded at funeral Former first lady Barbara Bush was remembered on Saturday as a sharp-tongued but caring figure whose devotion to her family was matched only by her commitment to public service.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-says-it-will-stop-nuclear-tests-abolish-test-site-131747">North Korea leader Kim Jong Un says his country will suspend nuclear, missile tests and abolish test site</a>

North Korea will suspend nuclear and missile tests effectively immediately and abolish a nuclear test site in a bid to pursue economic growth and peace on the Korean peninsula, the North`s state media said on Saturday, ahead of planned summits with South Korea and the United States.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/us-recession-ahead-federal-policymakers-say-not-to-worry-131765">US recession ahead? Federal policymakers say not to worry</a>

As the gap between short- and long-term borrowing costs hovers near its lowest in more than 10 years, speculation has risen over whether the so-called yield curve is signalling that a recession could be around the corner. Not to worry, two influential Federal Reserve policymakers said on Friday.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/walmart-could-buy-controlling-stake-in-flipkart-by-next-week-131767">Walmart could buy </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/walmart-could-buy-controlling-stake-in-flipkart-by-next-week-131767">controlling</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/walmart-could-buy-controlling-stake-in-flipkart-by-next-week-131767"> stake in Flipkart by next week</a>

Walmart Inc could seal a deal to buy a more than 51% stake in Indian online marketplace Flipkart as early as next week, two sources familiar with the matter said on Friday.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-students-walk-out-again-to-protest-gun-violence-131754">US students walk out again to protest gun violence</a>

Demanding an end to gun violence and tougher restrictions on firearm sales, thousands of students again walked out of classes across the United States on Friday in hopes of putting pressure on politicians ahead of November's midterm elections.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/indias-growth-momentum-must-continue-despite-elections-imf-131757">India's growth momentum must continue despite elections: IMF</a>

The International Monetary Fund has said it wants continued momentum in India's growth and structural reforms despite the election period.

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un says his country will suspend nuclear, missile tests and abolish test site North Korea will suspend nuclear and missile tests effectively immediately and abolish a nuclear test site in a bid to pursue economic growth and peace on the Korean peninsula, the North`s state media said on Saturday, ahead of planned summits with South Korea and the United States. US recession ahead? Federal policymakers say not to worry As the gap between short- and long-term borrowing costs hovers near its lowest in more than 10 years, speculation has risen over whether the so-called yield curve is signalling that a recession could be around the corner. Not to worry, two influential Federal Reserve policymakers said on Friday. Walmart could buy controlling stake in Flipkart by next week Walmart Inc could seal a deal to buy a more than 51% stake in Indian online marketplace Flipkart as early as next week, two sources familiar with the matter said on Friday. US students walk out again to protest gun violence Demanding an end to gun violence and tougher restrictions on firearm sales, thousands of students again walked out of classes across the United States on Friday in hopes of putting pressure on politicians ahead of November's midterm elections. India's growth momentum must continue despite elections: IMF The International Monetary Fund has said it wants continued momentum in India's growth and structural reforms despite the election period.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-at-commonwealth-bats-for-developmental-assistance-to-small-states-131515">PM Narendra Modi at Commonwealth bats for developmental assistance to small states</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced doubling of India's contribution to the Commonwealth fund for technical cooperation and stressed the need to focus on providing developmental assistance to small island states, the External Affairs Ministry said today.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-4-indians-featured-on-times-100-most-influential-people-of-2018-pm-modi-not-on-the-list-131512">4 Indians featured on Time's '100 Most Influential People' of 2018, PM Modi not on the list</a>

Time magazine on Thursday, April 19, revealed it’s annual “100 Most Influential People” list for 2018 celebrating leaders in entertainment, politics, sports, technology, activism and more.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-of-unpleasant-response-if-us-drops-nuclear-deal-report-131514">Iran warns of 'unpleasant' response if </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-of-unpleasant-response-if-us-drops-nuclear-deal-report-131514">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-of-unpleasant-response-if-us-drops-nuclear-deal-report-131514"> drops nuclear deal: Report</a>

Iran warned the United States on Thursday of "unpleasant" consequences if Washington pulls out of a multinational nuclear deal, Iranian state TV reported.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/cubas-new-president-vows-to-defend-legacy-of-castro-revolution-131510">Cuba's new president vows to defend </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/cubas-new-president-vows-to-defend-legacy-of-castro-revolution-131510">legacy</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/cubas-new-president-vows-to-defend-legacy-of-castro-revolution-131510"> of Castro revolution</a>

Cuba's new president, Miguel Diaz-Canel, began his term on Thursday with a promise to defend the socialist revolution led by the Castro brothers since 1959, giving a sober speech that also emphasized the need to modernize the island's economy.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-ramaphosa-cuts-short-britain-trip-to-deal-with-protests-at-home-131503">South Africa's Ramaphosa cuts short Britain trip to deal with protests at home</a>

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has cut short his visit to Britain by a day to return home to deal with protests in the country's North West province, his office said on Thursday.

PM Narendra Modi at Commonwealth bats for developmental assistance to small states Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced doubling of India's contribution to the Commonwealth fund for technical cooperation and stressed the need to focus on providing developmental assistance to small island states, the External Affairs Ministry said today. 4 Indians featured on Time's '100 Most Influential People' of 2018, PM Modi not on the list Time magazine on Thursday, April 19, revealed it’s annual “100 Most Influential People” list for 2018 celebrating leaders in entertainment, politics, sports, technology, activism and more. Iran warns of 'unpleasant' response if US drops nuclear deal: Report Iran warned the United States on Thursday of "unpleasant" consequences if Washington pulls out of a multinational nuclear deal, Iranian state TV reported. Cuba's new president vows to defend legacy of Castro revolution Cuba's new president, Miguel Diaz-Canel, began his term on Thursday with a promise to defend the socialist revolution led by the Castro brothers since 1959, giving a sober speech that also emphasized the need to modernize the island's economy. South Africa's Ramaphosa cuts short Britain trip to deal with protests at home South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has cut short his visit to Britain by a day to return home to deal with protests in the country's North West province, his office said on Thursday.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/cwg-2018-one-more-gold-for-india-saina-nehwal-wins-womens-singles-title-130484">CWG 2018: Saina Nehwal beats PV Sindhu to win Women's Singles title</a>

Saina Nehwal's aggression and intensity quite literally wilted P V Sindhu as she picked up the women's singles Commonwealth Games gold medal with exhilarating triumph in the final here today.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/russia-fails-in-un-bid-to-condemn-us-led-strikes-on-syria-130482">Russia fails in UNSC bid to condemn US-led strikes on Syria</a>

A Russian bid for the United Nations Security Council to condemn US, British and French air strikes on Syria over a suspected chemical weapons attack failed on Saturday (April 14). Only China and Bolivia joined Russia to vote in favor of a draft resolution.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-williamson-led-hyderabad-beat-kolkata-to-mark-third-consecutive-win-130475">IPL 2018: Williamson-led Hyderabad beat Kolkata to mark 3rd consecutive win</a>

Hyderabad won its third consecutive match on Saturday at Eden Garden Stadium against Kolkata by five wickets.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/russias-lavrov-says-skripals-may-have-been-poisoned-by-substance-russia-never-made-130478">Russia's Lavrov says Skripals may have been poisoned by substance Russia never made</a>

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday the nerve agent used to poison former Russian spy Sergei Skripal in Britain could have been the BZ substance - which was never produced in the Soviet Union or Russia.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/syrian-army-declares-eastern-ghouta-free-of-rebel-fighters-130485">Syrian army declares eastern Ghouta free of rebel fighters</a>

After the departure of the last rebel fighters from the city of Douma towards the north of the country, Syria's army command on Saturday (April 14) announced that the eastern Ghouta region was free of militants, state media reported, citing a statement by the Syrian army general command.

CWG 2018: Saina Nehwal beats PV Sindhu to win Women's Singles title Saina Nehwal's aggression and intensity quite literally wilted P V Sindhu as she picked up the women's singles Commonwealth Games gold medal with exhilarating triumph in the final here today. Russia fails in UNSC bid to condemn US-led strikes on Syria A Russian bid for the United Nations Security Council to condemn US, British and French air strikes on Syria over a suspected chemical weapons attack failed on Saturday (April 14). Only China and Bolivia joined Russia to vote in favor of a draft resolution. IPL 2018: Williamson-led Hyderabad beat Kolkata to mark 3rd consecutive win Hyderabad won its third consecutive match on Saturday at Eden Garden Stadium against Kolkata by five wickets. Russia's Lavrov says Skripals may have been poisoned by substance Russia never made Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday the nerve agent used to poison former Russian spy Sergei Skripal in Britain could have been the BZ substance - which was never produced in the Soviet Union or Russia. Syrian army declares eastern Ghouta free of rebel fighters After the departure of the last rebel fighters from the city of Douma towards the north of the country, Syria's army command on Saturday (April 14) announced that the eastern Ghouta region was free of militants, state media reported, citing a statement by the Syrian army general command.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/as-facebook-ceo-you-dont-know-some-key-facts-us-lawmaker-to-mark-zuckerberg-129951">As Facebook CEO, you don't know some key facts: US lawmaker to Mark Zuckerberg</a>

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sat through the second day of hearing with US senators answering questions on data leaks but most of the answers and questions fielded by lawmakers ended inconclusively with both sides unable to set a timeline and failing to reach a consensus over privacy legislation.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/cbi-takes-charge-of-unnao-rape-case-129947">UP government orders FIR against BJP MLA Unnao rape case handed over to CBI</a>

The Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday ordered registration of an FIR against BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in connection with the alleged rape of an 18-year-old woman in Unnao district.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-ronaldos-penalty-ensures-juventus-exit-real-madrid-enter-semi-final-129946">Champions League: Ronaldo's penalty ensures Juventus exit, Real Madrid enter semi-final</a>

Real Madrid's star striker Cristiano Ronaldo had the final say in the crucial Champions League quarter-finals against &nbsp;Juventus scoring an injury-time penalty to send his team into the semi-finals of the premier club championship on Wednesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-south-indian-film-casting-couch-telugu-actress-sri-reddy-says-producers-son-forced-her-to-have-sex-129867">Telugu actress Sri Reddy strips, alleges Rana Daggubati's brother forced her to have sex with him</a>

Telugu actress Sri Reddy revealed last night, what could be the biggest casting couch scandal of South Indian cinema. Leaking intimate pictures of herself engaged with top South Indian film producer Abhiram Daggubati -- she claims that the latter forced her to perform sex with him in exchange for casting her in films.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-rajasthan-make-winning-return-to-fortress-beat-delhi-by-10-runs-129941">IPL 2018: Rajasthan make winning return to 'fortress', beat Delhi by 10 runs</a>

Rajasthan celebrated their return to the 'fortress' with a 10-run win over Delhi in the rain-hit Indian Premier League contest here tonight.

 
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As Facebook CEO, you don't know some key facts: US lawmaker to Mark Zuckerberg Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sat through the second day of hearing with US senators answering questions on data leaks but most of the answers and questions fielded by lawmakers ended inconclusively with both sides unable to set a timeline and failing to reach a consensus over privacy legislation. UP government orders FIR against BJP MLA Unnao rape case handed over to CBI The Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday ordered registration of an FIR against BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in connection with the alleged rape of an 18-year-old woman in Unnao district. Champions League: Ronaldo's penalty ensures Juventus exit, Real Madrid enter semi-final Real Madrid's star striker Cristiano Ronaldo had the final say in the crucial Champions League quarter-finals against Juventus scoring an injury-time penalty to send his team into the semi-finals of the premier club championship on Wednesday. Telugu actress Sri Reddy strips, alleges Rana Daggubati's brother forced her to have sex with him Telugu actress Sri Reddy revealed last night, what could be the biggest casting couch scandal of South Indian cinema. Leaking intimate pictures of herself engaged with top South Indian film producer Abhiram Daggubati -- she claims that the latter forced her to perform sex with him in exchange for casting her in films. IPL 2018: Rajasthan make winning return to 'fortress', beat Delhi by 10 runs Rajasthan celebrated their return to the 'fortress' with a 10-run win over Delhi in the rain-hit Indian Premier League contest here tonight.

WION morning news brief, April 12, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/indian-economy-to-grow-at-73-per-cent-this-fiscal-76-per-cent-in-2019-20-asian-development-bank-129728'">Indian economy to grow at 7.3 </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/indian-economy-to-grow-at-73-per-cent-this-fiscal-76-per-cent-in-2019-20-asian-development-bank-129728'">per cent</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/indian-economy-to-grow-at-73-per-cent-this-fiscal-76-per-cent-in-2019-20-asian-development-bank-129728'"> this fiscal, 7.6 </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/indian-economy-to-grow-at-73-per-cent-this-fiscal-76-per-cent-in-2019-20-asian-development-bank-129728'">per cent</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-&-economy/indian-economy-to-grow-at-73-per-cent-this-fiscal-76-per-cent-in-2019-20-asian-development-bank-129728'"> in 2019-20: Asian Development Bank</a>

Manila-based Asian Development Bank(ADB) today projected India's economic growth to pick up to 7.3 per cent this fiscal.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/facebook-needs-to-do-more-to-stop-hate-speech-in-myanmar-says-zuckerberg-to-us-lawmakers-129710">Facebook needs to do more to stop hate speech in Myanmar,' says Zuckerberg to US lawmakers</a>

Embattled Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg faced a US congressional committee over data leak to Cambridge Analytica on Tuesday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-bjp-lawmakers-to-fast-tomorrow-over-parliament-washout-129708">PM Modi, BJP lawmakers to fast tomorrow over Parliament 'washout'</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with BJP lawmakers will be observing a day-long fast on Thursday in Delhi against the recent Parliment washout by the opposition parties.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-jadeja-hits-second-last-ball-six-to-give-chennai-its-2nd-win-129701">IPL 2018: Jadeja hits second last ball six to give Chennai its 2nd win</a>

Ravindra Jadeja hit a six at the second last ball of the match to give Chennai its second win in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-roma-crush-barcelona-enter-semi-final-129717">Champions League: Roma crush Barcelona, enter </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-roma-crush-barcelona-enter-semi-final-129717">semi-final</a>

AS Roma made a historic comeback in the Champions League encounter against Barcelona dumping the former champions with an impressive 3-0 scoreline.

Indian economy to grow at 7.3 per cent this fiscal, 7.6 per cent in 2019-20: Asian Development Bank Manila-based Asian Development Bank(ADB) today projected India's economic growth to pick up to 7.3 per cent this fiscal. Facebook needs to do more to stop hate speech in Myanmar,' says Zuckerberg to US lawmakers Embattled Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg faced a US congressional committee over data leak to Cambridge Analytica on Tuesday. PM Modi, BJP lawmakers to fast tomorrow over Parliament 'washout' Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with BJP lawmakers will be observing a day-long fast on Thursday in Delhi against the recent Parliment washout by the opposition parties. IPL 2018: Jadeja hits second last ball six to give Chennai its 2nd win Ravindra Jadeja hit a six at the second last ball of the match to give Chennai its second win in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018. Champions League: Roma crush Barcelona, enter semi-final AS Roma made a historic comeback in the Champions League encounter against Barcelona dumping the former champions with an impressive 3-0 scoreline.

WION Morning News Brief,  April 11, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-trumps-warning-missiles-hit-syrian-military-airport-report-129244">After Trump's warning, missiles hit Syrian military airport: Report</a>

After Trump said Assad's regime will have a "big price to pay" over the alleged use of chemical weapons in rebel-held town in Syria, the state media said missiles struck the military airport just hours the US president's warning.

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<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/north-korea-confirms-talks-of-denuclearisation-with-us-official--129228">North Korea ready to talk on </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/north-korea-confirms-talks-of-denuclearisation-with-us-official--129228">denuclearisation</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/north-korea-confirms-talks-of-denuclearisation-with-us-official--129228"> with Trump during talks: US government</a>

North Korea has confirmed that they will hold talks on denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula when Kim Jong-un meets President Trump, US officials said on Saturday.

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<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/women-bikers-complete-17000km-journey-promoting-telangana-culture-in-south-asia--129234">Women bikers complete 17,000km journey promoting Telangana culture in South Asia</a>

Telangana Tourism Department welcomed four women bikers who successfully completed 'Road to Mekong', a 16,992-km long road trip covering six Southeast Asian countries starting from Hyderabad.

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<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/cwg-2018-indian-womens-tt-team-grabs-gold-after-historic-victory-against-singapore-129166">CWG 2018: Indian women's TT team grabs gold after historic victory against Singapore</a>

Indian women's table tennis team outplayed four-time defending champions Singapore 3-1 to clinch the gold medal at the 21st Commonwealth Games on Sunday.

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<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/narine-karthik-guide-kolkata-to-its-first-ipl-2018-victory-against-bangalore--129227">Narine, Karthik guide Kolkata to its first IPL 2018 victory against Bangalore</a>

Dinesh Karthik played an inning of a skipper to lead his side to victory against Bangalore at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

After Trump's warning, missiles hit Syrian military airport: Report After Trump said Assad's regime will have a "big price to pay" over the alleged use of chemical weapons in rebel-held town in Syria, the state media said missiles struck the military airport just hours the US president's warning. North Korea ready to talk on denuclearisation with Trump during talks: US government North Korea has confirmed that they will hold talks on denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula when Kim Jong-un meets President Trump, US officials said on Saturday. Women bikers complete 17,000km journey promoting Telangana culture in South Asia Telangana Tourism Department welcomed four women bikers who successfully completed 'Road to Mekong', a 16,992-km long road trip covering six Southeast Asian countries starting from Hyderabad. CWG 2018: Indian women's TT team grabs gold after historic victory against Singapore Indian women's table tennis team outplayed four-time defending champions Singapore 3-1 to clinch the gold medal at the 21st Commonwealth Games on Sunday. Narine, Karthik guide Kolkata to its first IPL 2018 victory against Bangalore Dinesh Karthik played an inning of a skipper to lead his side to victory against Bangalore at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

WION news brief: Top 5 news stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/manu-bhaker-all-of-16-runs-away-with-10m-pistol-gold-at-cwg-129058">CWG 2018: Manu </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/manu-bhaker-all-of-16-runs-away-with-10m-pistol-gold-at-cwg-129058">Bhaker</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/manu-bhaker-all-of-16-runs-away-with-10m-pistol-gold-at-cwg-129058">, all of 16, runs away with 10m pistol gold</a>

India's 16-year-old Manu Bhaker comfortably won the gold in women's 10 air pistol while Heena Sidhu staged a remarkable recovery to secure silver at the 21st Commonwealth Games here today.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ramming-attack-in-germany-what-we-know-129043">Ramming attack in Germany: what we know</a>

German authorities have for now ruled out a connection to Islamist terrorism after a man rammed customers on a restaurant terrace, killing two people, but much remains unclear about the incident.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/baghdads-infrastructure-in-ruins-15-years-after-saddam-fell-129057">Baghdad's infrastructure in ruins 15 years after Saddam fell</a>

After the US-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, there were hopes its millennium-old capital Baghdad could rise again from the ashes, but construction sites have remained idle as if time stood still.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-rises-to-15-in-canada-bus-crash--129046">Death toll rises to 15 in Canada bus crash</a>

The death toll for the Canadian bus crash, carrying 28 people, rose to 15 on Sunday. The bus was also carrying players of a junior league hockey team have died too.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/dozens-dead-in-deadly-gas-attack-reported-on-syrian-rebel-enclave-damascus-denies-129040">Dozens dead in deadly gas attack reported on Syrian rebel enclave, Damascus denies</a>

Video posted to a social media website shows people, including several children, being treated with medicine via inhaler in an emergency clinic, in what is said to be Douma, Syria. Many were being hosed down with water.

CWG 2018: Manu Bhaker, all of 16, runs away with 10m pistol gold India's 16-year-old Manu Bhaker comfortably won the gold in women's 10 air pistol while Heena Sidhu staged a remarkable recovery to secure silver at the 21st Commonwealth Games here today. Ramming attack in Germany: what we know German authorities have for now ruled out a connection to Islamist terrorism after a man rammed customers on a restaurant terrace, killing two people, but much remains unclear about the incident. Baghdad's infrastructure in ruins 15 years after Saddam fell After the US-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, there were hopes its millennium-old capital Baghdad could rise again from the ashes, but construction sites have remained idle as if time stood still. Death toll rises to 15 in Canada bus crash The death toll for the Canadian bus crash, carrying 28 people, rose to 15 on Sunday. The bus was also carrying players of a junior league hockey team have died too. Dozens dead in deadly gas attack reported on Syrian rebel enclave, Damascus denies Video posted to a social media website shows people, including several children, being treated with medicine via inhaler in an emergency clinic, in what is said to be Douma, Syria. Many were being hosed down with water.

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