<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-never-recognised-so-called-arunachal-pradesh-gold-mining-part-of-geological--scientific-research-china-138621">Never recognised 'so-called Arunachal Pradesh', gold mining part of geological & scientific research: China</a>

China today emphatically declared that mining operations close to the Arunachal Pradesh was "completely" within its sovereignty, and it "totally" belongs to China.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-live-pm-modi-meets-russian-president-putin-138616">PM Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin, hails 'friendship'</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia's Sochi as part of his informal summit with the Russian President. The two leaders also held a meeting.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/raise-national-flag-on-all-mosques-declares-state-run-china-islamic-association-138657">Watch: Raise national flag on all mosques, declares State-run China Islamic Association</a>

All mosques in China should raise the national flag and study socialist core values to strengthen their "concept of nation" and carry forward "the spirit of patriotism," the China Islamic Association declared, as the Communist Party seeks to tighten its grip on religion.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/2-dead-2-injured-in-a-blast-in-azerbaijans-capital-baku-138669">2 dead, 2 injured in a blast in Azerbaijan's capital Baku</a>

A blast occurred in a small cafe in Binagadi district of Azerbaijan's capital Baku on Monday, news agency Reuters reported.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-little-ziva-dances-with-ms-dhoni-to-celebrate-chennais-win-against-punjab-138654">Watch: Little Ziva dances with MS Dhoni to celebrate Chennai's win against Punjab</a>

MS Dhoni sent a warning before the knock-out matches of Indian Premier League when he displayed a magnificent batting show against Punjab in the last league match.

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Never recognised 'so-called Arunachal Pradesh', gold mining part of geological & scientific research: China China today emphatically declared that mining operations close to the Arunachal Pradesh was "completely" within its sovereignty, and it "totally" belongs to China. PM Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin, hails 'friendship' Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia's Sochi as part of his informal summit with the Russian President. The two leaders also held a meeting. Watch: Raise national flag on all mosques, declares State-run China Islamic Association All mosques in China should raise the national flag and study socialist core values to strengthen their "concept of nation" and carry forward "the spirit of patriotism," the China Islamic Association declared, as the Communist Party seeks to tighten its grip on religion. 2 dead, 2 injured in a blast in Azerbaijan's capital Baku A blast occurred in a small cafe in Binagadi district of Azerbaijan's capital Baku on Monday, news agency Reuters reported. Watch: Little Ziva dances with MS Dhoni to celebrate Chennai's win against Punjab MS Dhoni sent a warning before the knock-out matches of Indian Premier League when he displayed a magnificent batting show against Punjab in the last league match.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-working-on-unmanned-tanks-vessels-robotic-weaponry-for-future-wars-138405">India working on unmanned tanks, vessels, robotic weaponry for future wars</a>

In an ambitious defence project, the government has started work on incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the operational preparedness of the armed forces in a significant way that would include equipping them with unmanned tanks, vessels, aerial vehicles and robotic weaponry.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-gold-mine-at-arunachal-border-may-become-another-flashpoint-with-india-report-138412">China's gold mine at Arunachal border may become another flashpoint with India: Report</a>

China has begun large-scale mining operations on its side of the border with Arunachal Pradesh where a huge trove of gold, silver and other precious minerals valued at about $60 billion has been found, a media report said on Sunday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-warns-of-looming-foreign-debt-crisis-138410">Sri Lanka warns of looming foreign debt crisis</a>

Sri Lanka is headed for a debt crisis, the finance ministry warned Sunday, blaming a series of costly projects commissioned by the previous government for record-high repayments.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/syrian-monitor-says-insurgents-quit-enclave-state-media-denies-it-138391">Syrian monitor says insurgents quit enclave, state media denies it</a>

A war monitor said buses evacuated Islamic State fighters from an enclave south of Damascus on Sunday in a withdrawal deal, though state media denied the report and said the Syrian army was fighting to finish off the insurgents.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/polls-open-in-venezuela-election-boycotted-by-opposition-138394">Polls open in Venezuela election boycotted by </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/polls-open-in-venezuela-election-boycotted-by-opposition-138394">opposition</a>

Polling stations across Venezuela opened Sunday for a presidential election boycotted by the opposition in which President Nicolas Maduro is expected to be easily reelected.

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India working on unmanned tanks, vessels, robotic weaponry for future wars In an ambitious defence project, the government has started work on incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the operational preparedness of the armed forces in a significant way that would include equipping them with unmanned tanks, vessels, aerial vehicles and robotic weaponry. China's gold mine at Arunachal border may become another flashpoint with India: Report China has begun large-scale mining operations on its side of the border with Arunachal Pradesh where a huge trove of gold, silver and other precious minerals valued at about $60 billion has been found, a media report said on Sunday. Sri Lanka warns of looming foreign debt crisis Sri Lanka is headed for a debt crisis, the finance ministry warned Sunday, blaming a series of costly projects commissioned by the previous government for record-high repayments. Syrian monitor says insurgents quit enclave, state media denies it A war monitor said buses evacuated Islamic State fighters from an enclave south of Damascus on Sunday in a withdrawal deal, though state media denied the report and said the Syrian army was fighting to finish off the insurgents. Polls open in Venezuela election boycotted by opposition Polling stations across Venezuela opened Sunday for a presidential election boycotted by the opposition in which President Nicolas Maduro is expected to be easily reelected.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/yeddyurappa-resigns-as-karnataka-cm-ahead-of-floor-test-bjp-fails-to-prove-majority-138218">Yeddyurappa resigns as Karnataka CM before trust vote, BJP fails to prove majority</a>

Two days after taking the oath Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa has resigned from his post on Saturday, ahead of the floor test in the Assembly.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-ahead-of-lifting-of-ban-on-woman-driving-7-womens-rights-activists-detained-138252">Saudi Arabia detains seven activists ahead of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-ahead-of-lifting-of-ban-on-woman-driving-7-womens-rights-activists-detained-138252">lifting</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-ahead-of-lifting-of-ban-on-woman-driving-7-womens-rights-activists-detained-138252"> of driving ban</a>

Weeks ahead of Saudi Arabia is to lift the ban from women driving, seven women's rights activists were arrested on Saturday by the authorities.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/royal-wedding-live-updates-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-to-wed-at-windsor-castle-today-138144">As it happened: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got married in a star-studded ceremony</a>

From Oprah Winfrey to Priyanka Chopra to Prince Harry's ex Chelsy Davy, the royal wedding saw Hollywood royalty rub shoulders with British aristocracy.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/every-stone-weapon-raised-by-misguided-youths-destabilises-kashmir-pm-modi-138229">Every stone, weapon raised by misguided youths destabilises Kashmir: PM Modi</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday appealed to those Kashmiri youth who have joined violence to return to their homes and live a life of dignity and peace.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-wary-as-eu-presents-measures-to-save-nuclear-deal-138187">Iran wary as EU presents measures to save </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-wary-as-eu-presents-measures-to-save-nuclear-deal-138187">nuclear</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-wary-as-eu-presents-measures-to-save-nuclear-deal-138187"> deal</a>

Iran said Saturday it would wait to see whether Europe produces tangible results in overcoming US sanctions before deciding whether to stay in the nuclear deal, as a top EU official visited Tehran to present plans to maintain trade ties.

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Yeddyurappa resigns as Karnataka CM before trust vote, BJP fails to prove majority Two days after taking the oath Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa has resigned from his post on Saturday, ahead of the floor test in the Assembly. Saudi Arabia detains seven activists ahead of lifting of driving ban Weeks ahead of Saudi Arabia is to lift the ban from women driving, seven women's rights activists were arrested on Saturday by the authorities. As it happened: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got married in a star-studded ceremony From Oprah Winfrey to Priyanka Chopra to Prince Harry's ex Chelsy Davy, the royal wedding saw Hollywood royalty rub shoulders with British aristocracy. Every stone, weapon raised by misguided youths destabilises Kashmir: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday appealed to those Kashmiri youth who have joined violence to return to their homes and live a life of dignity and peace. Iran wary as EU presents measures to save nuclear deal Iran said Saturday it would wait to see whether Europe produces tangible results in overcoming US sanctions before deciding whether to stay in the nuclear deal, as a top EU official visited Tehran to present plans to maintain trade ties.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-to-challenge-the-appointment-of-kg-bopaiah-as-pro-tem-speaker-in-the-sc-137972">Karnataka crisis: Congress to challenge KG Bopaiah's appointment as pro-tem Speaker in Supreme Court</a>

Congress to challenge the appointment of KG Bopaiah as pro-tem Speaker in the Supreme Court on Friday. According to television reports, Congress is moving Supreme Court to challenge the Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala's decision to appoint KG Bopiah as pro-tem speaker ahead of the floor test on Saturday 4 pm.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/ahead-of-pm-modis-visit-to-jk-pakistan-summons-indian-high-commissioner-over-unprovoked-ceasefire-violations-along-loc-137934">Pakistan summons Indian High Commissioner over 'unprovoked ceasefire violations' along LoC</a>

As PM Modi prepares to visit J&K on Saturday, Pakistan today summoned Indian High Commissioner over "unprovoked ceasefire violations" allegedly carried out by Indian forces along the Line of Control(LoC).

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-allows-karti-chidambaram-to-travel-abroad-137929">Supreme Court allows Karti Chidambaram to travel abroad</a>

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed Karti Chidambaram, son of senior Congress leader P Chidambaram, to travel to offshore locations in United Kingdom, Germany and Spain with certain conditions, including that he would not open or close a bank account abroad.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-offering-200-billion-package-to-slash-us-trade-gap-137953">China denies offering $200 billion </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-offering-200-billion-package-to-slash-us-trade-gap-137953">package</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-offering-200-billion-package-to-slash-us-trade-gap-137953"> to slash US trade gap</a>

China denied on Friday that it had offered a package to slash the US trade deficit by up to $200 billion, hours after it dropped an anti-dumping probe into US sorghum imports in a conciliatory gesture as top negotiators meet in Washington.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/congo-faces-very-high-risk-from-ebola-outbreak-who--137926">Congo faces 'very high' risk from Ebola outbreak: WHO</a>

Democratic Republic of Congo faces a "very high" public health risk from Ebola because the disease has been confirmed in a patient in a big city, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday, raising its assessment from "high" previously.

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Karnataka crisis: Congress to challenge KG Bopaiah's appointment as pro-tem Speaker in Supreme Court Congress to challenge the appointment of KG Bopaiah as pro-tem Speaker in the Supreme Court on Friday. According to television reports, Congress is moving Supreme Court to challenge the Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala's decision to appoint KG Bopiah as pro-tem speaker ahead of the floor test on Saturday 4 pm. Pakistan summons Indian High Commissioner over 'unprovoked ceasefire violations' along LoC As PM Modi prepares to visit J&K on Saturday, Pakistan today summoned Indian High Commissioner over "unprovoked ceasefire violations" allegedly carried out by Indian forces along the Line of Control(LoC). Supreme Court allows Karti Chidambaram to travel abroad The Supreme Court on Friday allowed Karti Chidambaram, son of senior Congress leader P Chidambaram, to travel to offshore locations in United Kingdom, Germany and Spain with certain conditions, including that he would not open or close a bank account abroad. China denies offering $200 billion package to slash US trade gap China denied on Friday that it had offered a package to slash the US trade deficit by up to $200 billion, hours after it dropped an anti-dumping probe into US sorghum imports in a conciliatory gesture as top negotiators meet in Washington. Congo faces 'very high' risk from Ebola outbreak: WHO Democratic Republic of Congo faces a "very high" public health risk from Ebola because the disease has been confirmed in a patient in a big city, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday, raising its assessment from "high" previously.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-refuses-to-stay-yeddyurappas-swearing-in-ceremony-137537">In </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-refuses-to-stay-yeddyurappas-swearing-in-ceremony-137537">late-night</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-refuses-to-stay-yeddyurappas-swearing-in-ceremony-137537"> hearing, Supreme Court refuses to stay Yeddyurappa's swearing-in ceremony</a>

The Supreme Court today refused to stay BJP leader B S Yeddyurappa's swearing-in as Karnataka Chief Minister after a rare pre-dawn hearing which saw the Congress-JD (S) combine making a last-ditch attempt to stall the saffron party's surge in the southern state.

The top court, which commenced the hearing at 2.11 am and ended at 5.28 am, however made it clear that the swearing-in and the government formation in the state would be subject to the final outcome of the case before it.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-natak-in-karnataka-continues-both-sides-to-meet-governor-mlas-report-poaching-attempts-137278">Live: Yeddyurappa&nbsp;sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister&nbsp;</a>

The BJP's BS Yeddyurappa was sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister today

Yeddyurappa took oath as the 23rd chief minister of Karnataka after the Supreme Court early today morning decided not to put a stay on the swearing-in while conducting a post-midnight hearing.

Yeddyurappa, who succeeds Siddaramaiah, took oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka at 9.00 am at the Raj Bhavan.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-discloses-payment-to-attorney-who-paid-off-stormy-daniels-137545">Trump discloses payment to </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-discloses-payment-to-attorney-who-paid-off-stormy-daniels-137545">attorney</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-discloses-payment-to-attorney-who-paid-off-stormy-daniels-137545"> who paid off </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-discloses-payment-to-attorney-who-paid-off-stormy-daniels-137545">porn</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-discloses-payment-to-attorney-who-paid-off-stormy-daniels-137545"> star</a>

President Donald Trump has formally disclosed that he reimbursed his personal attorney more than $100,000 last year, apparently in connection with the payment of hush money to a porn star, government records show.

The disclosure caps a series of contradictory statements from Trump and his representatives on the scandal swirling around lawyer Michael Cohen -- which has widened to ensnare major corporations and a Russian oligarch.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/north-korea-pledges-not-to-create-security-concerns-for-india-137548">North Korea pledges not to create security concerns for India</a>

Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs General VK Singh (retired) became the first Indian minister to visit North Korea in 20 years as the latter pledged not to ever create concerns for India's security.

The MoS highlighted the threat posed to India from nuclear proliferation. In response to that, North Korea emphasised that being a friendly country, it will never allow any actions that would create concerns for India's security.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/collegium-again-defers-decision-on-justice-josephs-elevation-to-supreme-court-137556">Collegium again defers </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/collegium-again-defers-decision-on-justice-josephs-elevation-to-supreme-court-137556">decision</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/collegium-again-defers-decision-on-justice-josephs-elevation-to-supreme-court-137556"> on Justice Joseph's elevation to Supreme Court</a>

The Supreme Court Collegium Wednesday again deferred its decision on the issue of recommending Uttarakhand Chief Justice KM Joseph for elevation to the top court after it was returned by the Centre. An apex court official said that no decision has been taken as to when the recommendation will be sent to the Centre.

The Collegium comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and four senior-most judges — justices J Chelameswar, Ranjan Gogoi, M B Lokur and Kurian Joseph — deliberated for more than an hour.

Official details on the outcome of the meeting were awaited. This was the Collegium's second meeting in five days.

In late-night hearing, Supreme Court refuses to stay Yeddyurappa's swearing-in ceremony The Supreme Court today refused to stay BJP leader B S Yeddyurappa's swearing-in as Karnataka Chief Minister after a rare pre-dawn hearing which saw the Congress-JD (S) combine making a last-ditch attempt to stall the saffron party's surge in the southern state. The top court, which commenced the hearing at 2.11 am and ended at 5.28 am, however made it clear that the swearing-in and the government formation in the state would be subject to the final outcome of the case before it. Live: Yeddyurappa sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister The BJP's BS Yeddyurappa was sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister today Yeddyurappa took oath as the 23rd chief minister of Karnataka after the Supreme Court early today morning decided not to put a stay on the swearing-in while conducting a post-midnight hearing. Yeddyurappa, who succeeds Siddaramaiah, took oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka at 9.00 am at the Raj Bhavan. Trump discloses payment to attorney who paid off porn star President Donald Trump has formally disclosed that he reimbursed his personal attorney more than $100,000 last year, apparently in connection with the payment of hush money to a porn star, government records show. The disclosure caps a series of contradictory statements from Trump and his representatives on the scandal swirling around lawyer Michael Cohen -- which has widened to ensnare major corporations and a Russian oligarch. North Korea pledges not to create security concerns for India Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs General VK Singh (retired) became the first Indian minister to visit North Korea in 20 years as the latter pledged not to ever create concerns for India's security. The MoS highlighted the threat posed to India from nuclear proliferation. In response to that, North Korea emphasised that being a friendly country, it will never allow any actions that would create concerns for India's security. Collegium again defers decision on Justice Joseph's elevation to Supreme Court The Supreme Court Collegium Wednesday again deferred its decision on the issue of recommending Uttarakhand Chief Justice KM Joseph for elevation to the top court after it was returned by the Centre. An apex court official said that no decision has been taken as to when the recommendation will be sent to the Centre. The Collegium comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and four senior-most judges — justices J Chelameswar, Ranjan Gogoi, M B Lokur and Kurian Joseph — deliberated for more than an hour. Official details on the outcome of the meeting were awaited. This was the Collegium's second meeting in five days.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/goa-congress-to-stake-claim-to-form-government-after-karnataka-governors-invite-to-bjp--137692">Now, Goa Congress, RJD in Bihar to stake claim to form </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/goa-congress-to-stake-claim-to-form-government-after-karnataka-governors-invite-to-bjp--137692">government</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/goa-congress-to-stake-claim-to-form-government-after-karnataka-governors-invite-to-bjp--137692"> after Karnataka Governor's invite to BJP</a>

Fifteen months after the elections Goa Congress to approach the Governor tomorrow to stake claim to form the government in the state. Congress Goa in-charge Chella Kumar along with other party leaders will meet the Governor tomorrow and stake claim to form the government.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/atmosphere-of-fear-in-country-situation-similar-to-pakistan-rahul-gandhi-137744">Atmosphere of fear in country, situation similar to Pakistan: Rahul Gandhi</a>

Against the backdrop of political developments in Karnataka, Congress president Rahul Gandhi today claimed the situation in the country was similar to that in Pakistan under "dictatorship".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jud-chief-hafiz-saeed-setting-up-offices-in-all-pakistan-districts-reveal-intelligence-sources-137682">JuD chief Hafiz Saeed setting up offices in all Pakistan districts, reveal intelligence sources</a>

Jamat ud Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed who India alleges is the mastermind behind the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks is planning to setup JuD offices in all districts of Pakistan with different names to collect funds, India's intelligence sources have revealed.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/turkeys-erdogan-says-un-has-collapsed-in-the-face-of-gaza-violence-137688">Turkey's Erdogan says UN has 'collapsed' in the face of Gaza violence</a>

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that the United Nations had "collapsed" in the face of events in Gaza where Israeli forces killed 60 Palestinian protesters on Monday as the United States relocated its Israel embassy to Jerusalem.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/after-messi-isis-threatens-to-behead-ronaldo-ahead-of-russia-world-cup--137746">After Messi, ISIS threatens to 'behead' Ronaldo ahead of Russia World Cup</a>

A pro-Islamic State(IS) organisation which earlier targeted football star Lionel Messi, has now threatened to kill and behead, Cristiano Ronaldo, ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.&nbsp;

Now, Goa Congress, RJD in Bihar to stake claim to form government after Karnataka Governor's invite to BJP Fifteen months after the elections Goa Congress to approach the Governor tomorrow to stake claim to form the government in the state. Congress Goa in-charge Chella Kumar along with other party leaders will meet the Governor tomorrow and stake claim to form the government. Atmosphere of fear in country, situation similar to Pakistan: Rahul Gandhi Against the backdrop of political developments in Karnataka, Congress president Rahul Gandhi today claimed the situation in the country was similar to that in Pakistan under "dictatorship". JuD chief Hafiz Saeed setting up offices in all Pakistan districts, reveal intelligence sources Jamat ud Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed who India alleges is the mastermind behind the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks is planning to setup JuD offices in all districts of Pakistan with different names to collect funds, India's intelligence sources have revealed. Turkey's Erdogan says UN has 'collapsed' in the face of Gaza violence Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that the United Nations had "collapsed" in the face of events in Gaza where Israeli forces killed 60 Palestinian protesters on Monday as the United States relocated its Israel embassy to Jerusalem. After Messi, ISIS threatens to 'behead' Ronaldo ahead of Russia World Cup A pro-Islamic State(IS) organisation which earlier targeted football star Lionel Messi, has now threatened to kill and behead, Cristiano Ronaldo, ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-a-first-indias-external-affairs-minister-vk-singh-visits-north-korea-meets-top-officials-137431">In a first, India's minister VK Singh visits North Korea, meets top officials</a>

India's minister of state for external affairs General VK Singh visited North Korea from May 15-16.

India and North Korea had established diplomatic relations in December, 1973, this year marks the 45th anniversary of relations between the two countries.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-announces-ceasefire-during-ramzan-in-jk-137400">Government announces ceasefire during Ramzan in J&K</a>

The home ministry today declared a state of ceasefire during Ramzan in Jammu and Kashmir

Chief minister Mehbooba Mufti had appealed for ceasefire earlier.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/the-roller-coaster-life-of-malaysias-anwar-ibrahim-137384">The roller-coaster life of Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim</a>

Anwar Ibrahim, a controversial figure in Malaysian politics, was freed on Wednesday after pardon from King Sultan Muhammad V. Anwar was sentenced to five-year jail term for sodomy, a charge he says was trumped up by the government of ousted Prime Minister Najib Razak.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/syrian-rebels-pull-out-of-their-last-besieged-area-137393">Syrian rebels pull out of their last besieged area</a>

The remaining fighters started to withdraw from the last rebel-held enclave in central Syria on Wednesday, state television reported, sealing the government's control over the area and opening a major stretch of the country's most important highway.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-panchayat-elections-ballot-boxes-stolen-in-malda-at-gunpoint-137358">Watch: WB panchayat polls — Ballot box looted at gunpoint in Malda</a>

Brandishing a gun, unidentified miscreants, on Wednesday, escaped with a ballot box from polling booth no. 76 in Malda's Ratua during the re-polling in the Panchayat elections.

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In a first, India's minister VK Singh visits North Korea, meets top officials India's minister of state for external affairs General VK Singh visited North Korea from May 15-16. India and North Korea had established diplomatic relations in December, 1973, this year marks the 45th anniversary of relations between the two countries. Government announces ceasefire during Ramzan in J&K The home ministry today declared a state of ceasefire during Ramzan in Jammu and Kashmir Chief minister Mehbooba Mufti had appealed for ceasefire earlier. The roller-coaster life of Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim Anwar Ibrahim, a controversial figure in Malaysian politics, was freed on Wednesday after pardon from King Sultan Muhammad V. Anwar was sentenced to five-year jail term for sodomy, a charge he says was trumped up by the government of ousted Prime Minister Najib Razak. Syrian rebels pull out of their last besieged area The remaining fighters started to withdraw from the last rebel-held enclave in central Syria on Wednesday, state television reported, sealing the government's control over the area and opening a major stretch of the country's most important highway. Watch: WB panchayat polls — Ballot box looted at gunpoint in Malda Brandishing a gun, unidentified miscreants, on Wednesday, escaped with a ballot box from polling booth no. 76 in Malda's Ratua during the re-polling in the Panchayat elections.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-results-jdss-kumaraswamy-meets-governor-stakes-claim-to-form-government-137103">JD(S)'s Kumaraswamy meets Karnataka Governor, stakes claim to form </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-results-jdss-kumaraswamy-meets-governor-stakes-claim-to-form-government-137103">government</a>

The JD(S)'s HD Kumaraswamy met Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala Tuesday evening, and staked his claim to forming a government in the state.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/12-dead-in-varanasi-after-flyover-collapses-137125">12 dead in Varanasi after under-construction flyover collapses, several feared trapped</a>

Over 12 people died in Varanasi on Tuesday after a portion of an under-construction flyover collapsed in the city.

The authorities fear more deaths as several labourers working in the construction site are said to be trapped under the rubble.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pnb-posts-biggest-ever-quarterly-loss-of-rs-13417-cr-in-q4-137050">PNB posts biggest ever quarterly loss of Rs 13,417 cr in Q4</a>

Scam-hit Punjab National Bank (PNB) today posted the largest-ever quarterly loss of Rs 13,416.91 crore for January-March period, mainly on account of high provisioning for bad loans.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-floods-heavy-rains-kill-34-people-damage-900-houses--137088">Afghanistan: Floods, heavy rains kill 34 people, damage 900 houses</a>

Heavy rains and flooding have claimed lives of 34 people in Afghanistan, reports said on Tuesday.

The flash floods which are caused by heavy rains continuing from a week also caused serious damage to property as well.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/gazans-bury-dead-after-bloodiest-day-of-israel-border-protests-137083">Gazans bury dead after </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/gazans-bury-dead-after-bloodiest-day-of-israel-border-protests-137083">bloodiest</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/gazans-bury-dead-after-bloodiest-day-of-israel-border-protests-137083"> day of Israel border protests</a>

Palestinians rallied in Gaza on Tuesday for the funerals of scores of people killed by Israeli troops a day earlier, while on the Gaza-Israel border, Israeli forces took up positions to deal with the expected final day of a Palestinian protest campaign. 
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JD(S)'s Kumaraswamy meets Karnataka Governor, stakes claim to form government The JD(S)'s HD Kumaraswamy met Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala Tuesday evening, and staked his claim to forming a government in the state. 12 dead in Varanasi after under-construction flyover collapses, several feared trapped Over 12 people died in Varanasi on Tuesday after a portion of an under-construction flyover collapsed in the city. The authorities fear more deaths as several labourers working in the construction site are said to be trapped under the rubble. PNB posts biggest ever quarterly loss of Rs 13,417 cr in Q4 Scam-hit Punjab National Bank (PNB) today posted the largest-ever quarterly loss of Rs 13,416.91 crore for January-March period, mainly on account of high provisioning for bad loans. Afghanistan: Floods, heavy rains kill 34 people, damage 900 houses Heavy rains and flooding have claimed lives of 34 people in Afghanistan, reports said on Tuesday. The flash floods which are caused by heavy rains continuing from a week also caused serious damage to property as well. Gazans bury dead after bloodiest day of Israel border protests Palestinians rallied in Gaza on Tuesday for the funerals of scores of people killed by Israeli troops a day earlier, while on the Gaza-Israel border, Israeli forces took up positions to deal with the expected final day of a Palestinian protest campaign.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sunanda-pushkar-death-delhi-police-files-fir-against-congress-mp-shashi-tharoor-136735">Sunanda Pushkar death: Delhi Police names Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in FIR</a>

Delhi Police today filed a First Information Report(FIR) in the death of Sunanda Pushkar, wife of MP Shashi Tharoor, naming the Congress leader as one of the accused.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-set-to-open-embassy-in-jerusalem-amid-clashes-in-gaza-136710">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-set-to-open-embassy-in-jerusalem-amid-clashes-in-gaza-136710"> set to open </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-set-to-open-embassy-in-jerusalem-amid-clashes-in-gaza-136710">embassy</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-set-to-open-embassy-in-jerusalem-amid-clashes-in-gaza-136710"> in Jerusalem amid clashes in Gaza</a>

The United States will open its embassy in Jerusalem today even as Palestinians clash with Isreali forces at Gaza.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-unrest-2-palestinians-killed-35-injured-by-israeli-forces-136718">Gaza unrest: 2 Palestinians killed, 35 injured by Israeli forces</a>

As the United States embassy is all set to shift from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem on Monday, two Palestinian were killed by Israeli forces during the Gaza protests continuing for the sixth week.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/death-toll-rises-to-71-due-to-lightning-thunderstorm-in-5-states-136703">Death toll rises to 71 due to lightning, </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/death-toll-rises-to-71-due-to-lightning-thunderstorm-in-5-states-136703">thunderstorm</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/death-toll-rises-to-71-due-to-lightning-thunderstorm-in-5-states-136703"> in 5 states</a>

As many as 71 people lost their lives in five states, including 42 in Uttar Pradesh, due to lightning and thunderstorms since Sunday, the Home Ministry said today.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/as-mark-zuckerberg-turns-34-heres-exploring-foodie-side-of-facebooks-chief-136701">Life beyond Cambridge Analytica: Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg turns 34</a>

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg rings in his 34th birthday today. The chief of one of the world's biggest social networking giants is well known for his love for fitness and food.

Sunanda Pushkar death: Delhi Police names Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in FIR Delhi Police today filed a First Information Report(FIR) in the death of Sunanda Pushkar, wife of MP Shashi Tharoor, naming the Congress leader as one of the accused. US set to open embassy in Jerusalem amid clashes in Gaza The United States will open its embassy in Jerusalem today even as Palestinians clash with Isreali forces at Gaza. Gaza unrest: 2 Palestinians killed, 35 injured by Israeli forces As the United States embassy is all set to shift from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem on Monday, two Palestinian were killed by Israeli forces during the Gaza protests continuing for the sixth week. Death toll rises to 71 due to lightning, thunderstorm in 5 states As many as 71 people lost their lives in five states, including 42 in Uttar Pradesh, due to lightning and thunderstorms since Sunday, the Home Ministry said today. Life beyond Cambridge Analytica: Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg turns 34 Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg rings in his 34th birthday today. The chief of one of the world's biggest social networking giants is well known for his love for fitness and food.

WION evening news brief, May 14, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-slams-nawaz-sharif-says-he-speaks-pm-narendra-modis-language-136534">Imran Khan slams Nawaz </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-slams-nawaz-sharif-says-he-speaks-pm-narendra-modis-language-136534">Sharif,</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-slams-nawaz-sharif-says-he-speaks-pm-narendra-modis-language-136534"> says he speaks PM Narendra Modi's language</a>

A day after former Nawaz Sharif admitted his country's role in the 26/11 Mumbai attack, Imran Khan slammed the former Pakistan prime minister for speaking "PM Narendra Modi's language" to protect his wealth stashed in his son's companies.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/skies-turn-dark-as-dust-storm-hits-delhi-ncr-136524">Several flights diverted as </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/skies-turn-dark-as-dust-storm-hits-delhi-ncr-136524">dust</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/skies-turn-dark-as-dust-storm-hits-delhi-ncr-136524"> storm hits Delhi-NCR</a>

A dust storm accompanied by squall hit the national capital on Sunday after a scorching hot morning bringing down the mercury. In a sudden change of weather, the sky turned cloudy around 4:30 pm and gusty winds swept the city.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-6-dead-dozens-injured-in-attack-by-gunmen-in-jalalabad-136506">Afghanistan: 6 dead, dozens injured in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-6-dead-dozens-injured-in-attack-by-gunmen-in-jalalabad-136506">attack</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-6-dead-dozens-injured-in-attack-by-gunmen-in-jalalabad-136506"> by gunmen in Jalalabad</a>

Afghan security forces battled a group of attackers who stormed a government building in the eastern city of Jalalabad on Sunday in a coordinated attack that killed at least six people and wounded dozens, local officials said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/rouhani-says-iran-may-remain-part-of-nuclear-accord-136517">Rouhani says Iran may remain part of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/rouhani-says-iran-may-remain-part-of-nuclear-accord-136517">nuclear</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/rouhani-says-iran-may-remain-part-of-nuclear-accord-136517"> accord</a>

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated on Sunday that Tehran would remain committed to its 2015 nuclear deal if its interests can be protected and said the U.S. withdrawal from the accord was a "violation of morals".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/unfriend-india-and-america-hafiz-saeed-136538">Unfriend India and America: Hafiz Saeed</a>

Accusing Pakistan of pursuing weak foreign policies, Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief and Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed has called on Pakistan to break the ties with both India and the United States.

Imran Khan slams Nawaz Sharif, says he speaks PM Narendra Modi's language A day after former Nawaz Sharif admitted his country's role in the 26/11 Mumbai attack, Imran Khan slammed the former Pakistan prime minister for speaking "PM Narendra Modi's language" to protect his wealth stashed in his son's companies. Several flights diverted as dust storm hits Delhi-NCR A dust storm accompanied by squall hit the national capital on Sunday after a scorching hot morning bringing down the mercury. In a sudden change of weather, the sky turned cloudy around 4:30 pm and gusty winds swept the city. Afghanistan: 6 dead, dozens injured in attack by gunmen in Jalalabad Afghan security forces battled a group of attackers who stormed a government building in the eastern city of Jalalabad on Sunday in a coordinated attack that killed at least six people and wounded dozens, local officials said. Rouhani says Iran may remain part of nuclear accord Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated on Sunday that Tehran would remain committed to its 2015 nuclear deal if its interests can be protected and said the U.S. withdrawal from the accord was a "violation of morals". Unfriend India and America: Hafiz Saeed Accusing Pakistan of pursuing weak foreign policies, Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief and Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed has called on Pakistan to break the ties with both India and the United States.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nawaz-sharif-admits-pak-militant-groups-role-in-mumbai-terror-attacks--136372">Nawaz Sharif admits Pakistan militant group's role in Mumbai terror attacks</a>

In an interview to a Pakistani media,&nbsp<a href="http://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-sc-disqualifies-nawaz-sharif-from-holding-office-for-life-130297">ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif&nbsp</a>has admitted to Pakistan's role in the 26/11 terror attacks on Mumbai.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-election-live-updates-voting-begins-as--siddaramaiah-tries-to-break-33-year-old-jinx-136233">Karnataka polls 2018 live: 64% voter turnout recorded till 5 pm across state</a>

Polling for Karnataka assembly election ends with over 64% voter turnout reported till 5 pm.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-ready-to-be-sherpa-to-help-nepal-scale-mountain-of-success-pm-modi--136367">India ready to be 'sherpa' to help Nepal scale mountain of success: PM Modi</a>

Hailing Nepal's successful journey from bullets to ballots, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today that India is ready to be the "sherpa" (mountain guide) to help Nepal scale the mountain of success.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-defence-minister-gets-additional-portfolio-of-foreign-affairs-136362">Pakistan: Defence minister gets </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-defence-minister-gets-additional-portfolio-of-foreign-affairs-136362">additional</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-defence-minister-gets-additional-portfolio-of-foreign-affairs-136362"> portfolio of foreign affairs</a>

Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khurram Dastagir Khan, was given the additional portfolio of foreign affairs ministry on Friday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-kim-summit-in-singapore-presents-logistical-challenges-for-north-korea-136349">Trump, Kim summit in Singapore presents logistical challenges for North Korea</a>

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's trip to Singapore for talks with US&nbspPresident Donald Trump poses logistical challenges that are likely to include using Soviet-era aircraft to carry him and his limousine, as well as dozens of security and other support staff.

Nawaz Sharif admits Pakistan militant group's role in Mumbai terror attacks In an interview to a Pakistani media, ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif has admitted to Pakistan's role in the 26/11 terror attacks on Mumbai. Karnataka polls 2018 live: 64% voter turnout recorded till 5 pm across state Polling for Karnataka assembly election ends with over 64% voter turnout reported till 5 pm. India ready to be 'sherpa' to help Nepal scale mountain of success: PM Modi Hailing Nepal's successful journey from bullets to ballots, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today that India is ready to be the "sherpa" (mountain guide) to help Nepal scale the mountain of success. Pakistan: Defence minister gets additional portfolio of foreign affairs Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khurram Dastagir Khan, was given the additional portfolio of foreign affairs ministry on Friday. Trump, Kim summit in Singapore presents logistical challenges for North Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's trip to Singapore for talks with US&nbspPresident Donald Trump poses logistical challenges that are likely to include using Soviet-era aircraft to carry him and his limousine, as well as dozens of security and other support staff.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/collegium-agrees-unanimously-to-send-justice-km-josephs-name-for-elevation-to-sc-back-to-centre-136144">Collegium agrees unanimously to send Justice KM Joseph's name for elevation to SC back to Centre</a>

The Supreme Court collegium has unanimously agreed to send its nomination of Uttarakhand High Court Chief Justice KM Joseph for elevation to the Supreme Court back to the Centre.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/without-nepal-indias-history-is-incomplete-pm-modi-at-janakpur-136068">Without Nepal India's history is incomplete: PM Modi at Janakpur</a>

The Prime Minister opened his address in Nepalese dialect and went on to express happiness over visiting the Himalayan nation. He stated that he wanted to visit Janakpur for long.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/former-maharashtra-ats-chief-himanshu-roy-commits-suicide-136091">Former Maharashtra ATS chief Himanshu Roy shoots himself</a>

Former Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) Chief Himanshu Roy committed suicide in Mumbai today by shooting himself with his service revolver. Himanshu Roy allegedly shot himself at his home in Mumbai. He was rushed to the Mumbai Hospital where he was declared dead.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-announces-restrictions-on-us-diplomats-says-they-will-not-be-allowed-to-roam-freely-136125">Pakistan announces restrictions on US diplomats, says they will not be allowed to roam freely</a>

Pakistan's Foreign Office has announced that all the United States diplomats in the country would face restrictions as part of which they will not be able to roam around freely from now.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-syria-has-every-right-to-defend-itself-against-israel-136132">Iran says Syria has every right to defend itself against Israel</a>

Iran on Friday supported Syria's right to defend itself against aggression from Israel, state TV reported, accusing others of remaining silent over the attacks on Tehran's key regional ally.

Collegium agrees unanimously to send Justice KM Joseph's name for elevation to SC back to Centre The Supreme Court collegium has unanimously agreed to send its nomination of Uttarakhand High Court Chief Justice KM Joseph for elevation to the Supreme Court back to the Centre. Without Nepal India's history is incomplete: PM Modi at Janakpur The Prime Minister opened his address in Nepalese dialect and went on to express happiness over visiting the Himalayan nation. He stated that he wanted to visit Janakpur for long. Former Maharashtra ATS chief Himanshu Roy shoots himself Former Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) Chief Himanshu Roy committed suicide in Mumbai today by shooting himself with his service revolver. Himanshu Roy allegedly shot himself at his home in Mumbai. He was rushed to the Mumbai Hospital where he was declared dead. Pakistan announces restrictions on US diplomats, says they will not be allowed to roam freely Pakistan's Foreign Office has announced that all the United States diplomats in the country would face restrictions as part of which they will not be able to roam around freely from now. Iran says Syria has every right to defend itself against Israel Iran on Friday supported Syria's right to defend itself against aggression from Israel, state TV reported, accusing others of remaining silent over the attacks on Tehran's key regional ally.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/modi-xi-meeting-a-good-thing-always-good-when-world-leaders-get-along-white-house-134483">Modi-Xi meeting a good thing, always good when world leaders get along: White House</a>

The White House said today that PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting last week when they met for an "informal summit" was a "good thing". "I certainly think it's always good when other world leaders are getting along," White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-106-dead-in-dust-storm-in-uttar-pradesh-rajasthan-134488">At least 106 dead in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-106-dead-in-dust-storm-in-uttar-pradesh-rajasthan-134488">dust</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-106-dead-in-dust-storm-in-uttar-pradesh-rajasthan-134488"> storm in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan</a>

At least 106 people were killed as a storm barrelled through a swathe of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, leaving a trail of destruction that brought down mud houses, uprooted trees and flattened crops, officials said on Thursday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/what-could-iran-do-if-trump-pulls-out-of-nuclear-deal-134477">What could Iran do if Trump pulls out of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/what-could-iran-do-if-trump-pulls-out-of-nuclear-deal-134477">nuclear</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/what-could-iran-do-if-trump-pulls-out-of-nuclear-deal-134477"> deal?</a>

President Donald Trump is expected to pull the United States out of the Iran nuclear agreement on May 12. Tehran signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, with China, France, Germany, Russia, Britain, and the United States in 2015.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/europa-league-wenger-denied-final-flourish-as-atletico-madrids-costa-outlasts-arsenal-134491">Europa League: Wenger denied final flourish as Atletico Madrid's Costa outlasts Arsenal</a>

Diego Costa denied Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger a winning farewell as Atletico Madrid beat the London club 1-0 in the Europa League semi-final second leg at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid on Thursday night.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-praises-chinas-xi-as-trade-talks-begin-in-beijing-134482">Trump praises China's Xi as trade talks begin in Beijing</a>

US President Donald Trump on Thursday praised his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping as officials from the world's two largest economies began trade talks in Beijing, while state media said China would stand up to US bullying.

Modi-Xi meeting a good thing, always good when world leaders get along: White House The White House said today that PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting last week when they met for an "informal summit" was a "good thing". "I certainly think it's always good when other world leaders are getting along," White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders said. At least 106 dead in dust storm in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan At least 106 people were killed as a storm barrelled through a swathe of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, leaving a trail of destruction that brought down mud houses, uprooted trees and flattened crops, officials said on Thursday. What could Iran do if Trump pulls out of nuclear deal? President Donald Trump is expected to pull the United States out of the Iran nuclear agreement on May 12. Tehran signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, with China, France, Germany, Russia, Britain, and the United States in 2015. Europa League: Wenger denied final flourish as Atletico Madrid's Costa outlasts Arsenal Diego Costa denied Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger a winning farewell as Atletico Madrid beat the London club 1-0 in the Europa League semi-final second leg at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid on Thursday night. Trump praises China's Xi as trade talks begin in Beijing US President Donald Trump on Thursday praised his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping as officials from the world's two largest economies began trade talks in Beijing, while state media said China would stand up to US bullying.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-rejects-janardhan-reddys-plea-to-campaign-in-bellary-for-brother-134635">Karnataka polls: Supreme Court rejects Janardhan Reddy's plea to campaign in Bellary for brother</a>

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gali Janardhan Reddy, for allowing him to go to Bellary to campaign for his brother, G Somashekar Reddy, contesting for the upcoming assembly elections in Karnataka.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjps-manifesto-is-poorly-crafted-fantasy-rahul-gandhi-134632">BJP's manifesto is poorly crafted fantasy: Rahul Gandhi</a>

Hitting out at the BJP`s Karnataka manifesto, Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that it had nothing unique to offer voters.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/flipkart-yet-to-finalise-stake-sale-deal-with-walmart-sources-134588">Flipkart yet to finalise stake sale deal with Walmart: Sources</a>

Flipkart's board is yet to finalise a deal to sell a stake to Walmart Inc, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Friday, with one of them saying a deal could just be days away.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-us-reach-some-deals-in-trade-row-but-beijing-says-differences-still-relatively-big-134645">China, US reach some deals in trade row but Beijing says differences still relatively big</a>

Top officials from China and the United States reached a consensus on some aspects of the countries' trade row, but disagreements over other issues remain "relatively big", China said on Friday.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gst-council-defers-decision-on-sugar-cess-refers-digital-payments-incentive-issue-to-gom-134605">GST Council defers </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gst-council-defers-decision-on-sugar-cess-refers-digital-payments-incentive-issue-to-gom-134605">decision</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gst-council-defers-decision-on-sugar-cess-refers-digital-payments-incentive-issue-to-gom-134605"> on sugar cess, refers digital payments incentive issue to GoM</a>

The all-powerful GST Council today deferred a decision on levying a cess on sugar and referred the issue of incentivising digital payments to a group of state finance ministers.

Karnataka polls: Supreme Court rejects Janardhan Reddy's plea to campaign in Bellary for brother The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gali Janardhan Reddy, for allowing him to go to Bellary to campaign for his brother, G Somashekar Reddy, contesting for the upcoming assembly elections in Karnataka. BJP's manifesto is poorly crafted fantasy: Rahul Gandhi Hitting out at the BJP`s Karnataka manifesto, Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that it had nothing unique to offer voters. Flipkart yet to finalise stake sale deal with Walmart: Sources Flipkart's board is yet to finalise a deal to sell a stake to Walmart Inc, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Friday, with one of them saying a deal could just be days away. China, US reach some deals in trade row but Beijing says differences still relatively big Top officials from China and the United States reached a consensus on some aspects of the countries' trade row, but disagreements over other issues remain "relatively big", China said on Friday. GST Council defers decision on sugar cess, refers digital payments incentive issue to GoM The all-powerful GST Council today deferred a decision on levying a cess on sugar and referred the issue of incentivising digital payments to a group of state finance ministers.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/govt-talks-of-ease-of-doing-business-congress-believes-in-ease-of-doing-murder-modi-in-karnataka-134040">Govt talks of 'ease of doing business', Congress believes in 'ease of doing murder': Modi in Karnataka's Udupi</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing his second rally of the day in Karnataka, once again went on the offensive against the Congress.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-revive-track-ii-diplomacy-delegation-visits-islamabad-for-talks-134019">India-Pakistan revive Track-II diplomacy, delegation visits Islamabad for talks</a>

India has restarted its Track-II diplomacy — the Neemrana Dialogue — with Pakistan. News reports said Tuesday than an Indian delegation visited Pakistan from April 28 to 30.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/watch-syrian-man-stuck-at-malaysia-airport-for-54-days--134025">Video: Syrian man stuck at Kuala Lumpur airport for 54 days, dubs plight 'The Terminal Part 2'</a>

A Syrian man has been stranded inside Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Malaysia for over a month and has nowhere to go.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pok-activists-demand-abolition-of-1949-karachi-agreement-134012">Activists demand </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pok-activists-demand-abolition-of-1949-karachi-agreement-134012">abolition</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pok-activists-demand-abolition-of-1949-karachi-agreement-134012"> of 1949 Karachi Agreement which gives Pakistan control over PoK</a>

Political activists from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) carried out a protest rally in Rawalpindi city against the Karachi Agreement.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-netanyahu-an-infamous-liar-comments-aimed-to-influence-trump---134057">Iran: Netanyahu an 'infamous liar,' comments aimed to influence Trump</a>

Iran on Tuesday called Israel Prime Minister an "infamous liar" after his comments over Iran having secret nuclear weapons program that could increase pressure on the United States to pull out of the 2015 nuclear deal.&nbsp;

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Govt talks of 'ease of doing business', Congress believes in 'ease of doing murder': Modi in Karnataka's Udupi Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing his second rally of the day in Karnataka, once again went on the offensive against the Congress. India-Pakistan revive Track-II diplomacy, delegation visits Islamabad for talks India has restarted its Track-II diplomacy — the Neemrana Dialogue — with Pakistan. News reports said Tuesday than an Indian delegation visited Pakistan from April 28 to 30. Video: Syrian man stuck at Kuala Lumpur airport for 54 days, dubs plight 'The Terminal Part 2' A Syrian man has been stranded inside Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Malaysia for over a month and has nowhere to go. Activists demand abolition of 1949 Karachi Agreement which gives Pakistan control over PoK Political activists from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) carried out a protest rally in Rawalpindi city against the Karachi Agreement. Iran: Netanyahu an 'infamous liar,' comments aimed to influence Trump Iran on Tuesday called Israel Prime Minister an "infamous liar" after his comments over Iran having secret nuclear weapons program that could increase pressure on the United States to pull out of the 2015 nuclear deal.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/meeting-with-north-korea-could-happen-in-3-to-4-weeks-says-donald-trump-133505">Meeting with North Korea could happen in '3 or 4 weeks', says Donald Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday a meeting with North Korea could happen over the next three to four weeks.

"I think we will have a meeting over the next three or four weeks," Trump said at a campaign rally in Washington, Michigan. "It's going be a very important meeting, the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula."&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-says-to-dismantle-its-nuclear-test-site-in-may-south-korea-133515">North Korea to dismantle its nuclear test site in May: South Korea</a>

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said during Friday's summit with South Korean President Moon Jae-in that he would close the country's nuclear test site next month, Moon's office said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/russia-turkey-and-iran-need-to-help-clear-syria-of-terrorists---lavrov-133502">Russia, Turkey and Iran need to help clear Syria of terrorists: Russian Foreign Minister</a>

Russia, Turkey and Iran need to help Syria's government clear its country of terrorists, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday during a trilateral meeting in Moscow with his counterparts from Turkey and Iran.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/her-order-violates-fundamental-rights-of-people-puducherry-cm-on-kiran-bedis-rice-subsidy-order-to-only-lean-villages-133512">Violates fundamental rights, says Puducherry CM after LG Kiran Bedi orders free rice only for 'clean villages'</a>

Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi's order, stating that the free rice distribution scheme would be applicable to villages free from open defecation and garbage, sparked a controversy. Bedi had to face a wave of criticism over her remark. Chief Minister Velu Narayanasamy on Saturday also reacted saying that she had no idea about the implications of her order.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-will-return-to-my-devotees-after-getting-aides-out-asarams-audio-clip-from-jodhpur-prison-goes-viral-133514">I will return to my devotees after getting aides out: Asaram's audio clip from Jodhpur prison goes viral</a>

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, who currently serves a life term in Jodhpur jail, was heard talking about his plan his to come out of jail in an online audio clip that went viral yesterday.

Meeting with North Korea could happen in '3 or 4 weeks', says Donald Trump US President Donald Trump said on Saturday a meeting with North Korea could happen over the next three to four weeks. "I think we will have a meeting over the next three or four weeks," Trump said at a campaign rally in Washington, Michigan. "It's going be a very important meeting, the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula." North Korea to dismantle its nuclear test site in May: South Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said during Friday's summit with South Korean President Moon Jae-in that he would close the country's nuclear test site next month, Moon's office said. Russia, Turkey and Iran need to help clear Syria of terrorists: Russian Foreign Minister Russia, Turkey and Iran need to help Syria's government clear its country of terrorists, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday during a trilateral meeting in Moscow with his counterparts from Turkey and Iran. Violates fundamental rights, says Puducherry CM after LG Kiran Bedi orders free rice only for 'clean villages' Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi's order, stating that the free rice distribution scheme would be applicable to villages free from open defecation and garbage, sparked a controversy. Bedi had to face a wave of criticism over her remark. Chief Minister Velu Narayanasamy on Saturday also reacted saying that she had no idea about the implications of her order. I will return to my devotees after getting aides out: Asaram's audio clip from Jodhpur prison goes viral Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, who currently serves a life term in Jodhpur jail, was heard talking about his plan his to come out of jail in an online audio clip that went viral yesterday.

<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://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-begin-second-day-of-informal-summit-in-wuhan-133351">PM Modi, Xi begin </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-begin-second-day-of-informal-summit-in-wuhan-133351">second</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-begin-second-day-of-informal-summit-in-wuhan-133351"> day of </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-begin-second-day-of-informal-summit-in-wuhan-133351">informal</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-begin-second-day-of-informal-summit-in-wuhan-133351"> summit in Wuhan</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping began their last round of one-on-one talks here today as they are set to wind up the two-day informal summit aimed at forging consensus to improve the bilateral relations and address the contentious issues bedevilling their ties.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/despite-warmth-merkel-and-trump-still-differ-on-trade-and-nato-133335">Despite </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/despite-warmth-merkel-and-trump-still-differ-on-trade-and-nato-133335">warmth</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/despite-warmth-merkel-and-trump-still-differ-on-trade-and-nato-133335">, Merkel and Trump still differ on trade and NATO</a>

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and US President Donald Trump aired differences over trade and NATO on Friday at a White House meeting where they tried to put on a show of warmth and friendship despite tensions between the two allies.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/stormy-daniels-lawsuit-delayed-for-90-days-133336">Stormy Daniels' lawsuit against Trump's lawyer put on hold for 90 days</a>

California judge James Otero temporarily put on hold pornstar Stormy Daniels' lawsuit against US President Donald Trump's personal attorney Michael Cohen's for 90 days.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/israeli-forces-kill-3-gaza-border-protesters-wound-600-medics-133347">Israeli forces kill 3 Gaza border protesters, wound 600: Medics</a>

Israeli troops shot dead three protesters along the Gaza border on Friday, Gaza medics said, hours after the United Nations human rights chief criticised Israel for using "excessive force" against demonstrators.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/looks-like-it-could-happen-trump-hopes-for-peace-on-korean-peninsula-133352">'Looks like it could happen': Trump hopes for peace on </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/looks-like-it-could-happen-trump-hopes-for-peace-on-korean-peninsula-133352">Korean</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/looks-like-it-could-happen-trump-hopes-for-peace-on-korean-peninsula-133352"> peninsula</a>

US President Donald Trump on Friday hoped that the Korean peninsula will witness peace someday. As Trump spoke to US athletes who participated in the Winter Olympics in South Korea he expressed hope that both sides "can someday live in harmony, prosperity and peace".

&nbsp

PM Modi, Xi begin second day of informal summit in Wuhan Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping began their last round of one-on-one talks here today as they are set to wind up the two-day informal summit aimed at forging consensus to improve the bilateral relations and address the contentious issues bedevilling their ties. Despite warmth, Merkel and Trump still differ on trade and NATO German Chancellor Angela Merkel and US President Donald Trump aired differences over trade and NATO on Friday at a White House meeting where they tried to put on a show of warmth and friendship despite tensions between the two allies. Stormy Daniels' lawsuit against Trump's lawyer put on hold for 90 days California judge James Otero temporarily put on hold pornstar Stormy Daniels' lawsuit against US President Donald Trump's personal attorney Michael Cohen's for 90 days. Israeli forces kill 3 Gaza border protesters, wound 600: Medics Israeli troops shot dead three protesters along the Gaza border on Friday, Gaza medics said, hours after the United Nations human rights chief criticised Israel for using "excessive force" against demonstrators. 'Looks like it could happen': Trump hopes for peace on Korean peninsula US President Donald Trump on Friday hoped that the Korean peninsula will witness peace someday. As Trump spoke to US athletes who participated in the Winter Olympics in South Korea he expressed hope that both sides "can someday live in harmony, prosperity and peace".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-wont-force-india-to-accept-belt-and-road-project-says-chinese-vice-foreign-minister-133409">China won't force India to accept Belt and Road project, says&nbsp</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-wont-force-india-to-accept-belt-and-road-project-says-chinese-vice-foreign-minister-133409">Chinese</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-wont-force-india-to-accept-belt-and-road-project-says-chinese-vice-foreign-minister-133409"> vice foreign minister</a>

Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Kong Xuanyou said on Saturday China does not think it is important whether India accepts China's Belt and Road infrastructure project and China won't force it to.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/dalmia-group-wins-rs-25-crore-contract-to-acquire-red-fort-133411">Dalmia Bharat Group wins historic Rs 25 crore bid contract to maintain New Delhi's </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/dalmia-group-wins-rs-25-crore-contract-to-acquire-red-fort-133411">Red</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/dalmia-group-wins-rs-25-crore-contract-to-acquire-red-fort-133411"> Fort</a>

Dalmia Bharat Group has had adopted the Red Fort in New Delhi and &nbspGandikota Fort in Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh under the ‘Adopt a Heritage’ project of the central government, as per reports on Saturday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-agree-to-issue-strategic-guidance-to-their-militaries-to-build-trust--133407">To avoid Dokalam like situation, Modi, Xi agree to issue 'strategic guidance' to their militaries to build trust</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have decided to issue "strategic guidance" to their militaries to strengthen communications and to build trust and understanding, the top Indian diplomat said on Saturday, a move aimed at avoiding a Dokalam-like situation in the future.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/isis-threatens-iraq-elections-releases-video-showing-execution-of-election-advocators---133419">ISIS threatens Iraq elections, releases video showing the execution of 'election advocators'</a>

Islamic State's Amaq News Agency released a video on Friday showing what they said was Islamic State militants shooting "two advocators" for next month's Iraqi parliamentary elections in the town of al-Tarmiyah, in the Salah al-Din governorate north of Baghdad.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/donkey-issued-admit-card-to-write-examination-in-jammu-and-kashmir--133416">Donkey issued admit card to write </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/donkey-issued-admit-card-to-write-examination-in-jammu-and-kashmir--133416">examination</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/donkey-issued-admit-card-to-write-examination-in-jammu-and-kashmir--133416"> in Jammu and Kashmir</a>

In a strange yet repeated incident, a donkey has now been issued an admit card to write an exam in Jammu and Kashmir to appear for a recruitment test for naib tehsildars, reports said on Saturday.

China won't force India to accept Belt and Road project, says Chinese vice foreign minister Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Kong Xuanyou said on Saturday China does not think it is important whether India accepts China's Belt and Road infrastructure project and China won't force it to. Dalmia Bharat Group wins historic Rs 25 crore bid contract to maintain New Delhi's Red Fort Dalmia Bharat Group has had adopted the Red Fort in New Delhi and &nbspGandikota Fort in Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh under the ‘Adopt a Heritage’ project of the central government, as per reports on Saturday. To avoid Dokalam like situation, Modi, Xi agree to issue 'strategic guidance' to their militaries to build trust Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have decided to issue "strategic guidance" to their militaries to strengthen communications and to build trust and understanding, the top Indian diplomat said on Saturday, a move aimed at avoiding a Dokalam-like situation in the future. ISIS threatens Iraq elections, releases video showing the execution of 'election advocators' Islamic State's Amaq News Agency released a video on Friday showing what they said was Islamic State militants shooting "two advocators" for next month's Iraqi parliamentary elections in the town of al-Tarmiyah, in the Salah al-Din governorate north of Baghdad. Donkey issued admit card to write examination in Jammu and Kashmir In a strange yet repeated incident, a donkey has now been issued an admit card to write an exam in Jammu and Kashmir to appear for a recruitment test for naib tehsildars, reports said on Saturday.

News brief — Big stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/will-be-happy-if-we-can-have-informal-summit-in-india-next-year-pm-modi-tell-president-xi-during-delegation-level-talks-133246">'Will be happy if we can have </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/will-be-happy-if-we-can-have-informal-summit-in-india-next-year-pm-modi-tell-president-xi-during-delegation-level-talks-133246">informal</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/will-be-happy-if-we-can-have-informal-summit-in-india-next-year-pm-modi-tell-president-xi-during-delegation-level-talks-133246"> summit in India,' Modi to President Xi during delegation-level talks</a>

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi held delegation-level talks at Wuhan on Friday as the two leaders engaged each other for the second time in less than a year after the BRICS summit.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/my-democratic-right-to-vote-in-karnataka-elections-says-vijay-mallya-133253">'My democratic right to vote in Karnataka elections,' says Vijay Mallya</a>

As the extradition battle continued in a UK court, ex-liquor baron Vijay Mallya said even though it is his "democratic right" to vote in the impending Karnataka Assembly elections but his bail conditions won't allow him to leave the UK.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-speed-with-which-you-constructed-it-and-the-scale-inspired-me-says-modi-to-president-xi-133224">Watch: PM Modi on museum tour with Xi at Wuhan</a>

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping began talks during the two-day summit on Friday, the Indian PM said the speed and scale with which China constructed the three gorges dam 'inspired him'.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/key-takaways-from-korean-leaders-joint-statement-from-historic-summit-133240">Key </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/key-takaways-from-korean-leaders-joint-statement-from-historic-summit-133240">takaways</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/key-takaways-from-korean-leaders-joint-statement-from-historic-summit-133240"> from Korean leaders' joint statement from </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/key-takaways-from-korean-leaders-joint-statement-from-historic-summit-133240">historic</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/key-takaways-from-korean-leaders-joint-statement-from-historic-summit-133240"> summit</a>

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in signed a joint statement on Friday after meeting at the heavily fortified demilitarised zone between their countries.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/entertainment-avengers-infinity-war-review-the-film-is-worth-all-the-hype-and-some-more-133230">'Avengers: Infinity War' is worth all the hype and some more</a>

It boils down to this. 10 years of marvellous films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe culminates into one epic finale called Avengers Infinity War - a film that will make you pant in excitement from the first shot and leave you dumbstruck by the ending.&nbsp;

'Will be happy if we can have informal summit in India,' Modi to President Xi during delegation-level talks Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi held delegation-level talks at Wuhan on Friday as the two leaders engaged each other for the second time in less than a year after the BRICS summit. 'My democratic right to vote in Karnataka elections,' says Vijay Mallya As the extradition battle continued in a UK court, ex-liquor baron Vijay Mallya said even though it is his "democratic right" to vote in the impending Karnataka Assembly elections but his bail conditions won't allow him to leave the UK. Watch: PM Modi on museum tour with Xi at Wuhan As Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping began talks during the two-day summit on Friday, the Indian PM said the speed and scale with which China constructed the three gorges dam 'inspired him'. Key takaways from Korean leaders' joint statement from historic summit North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in signed a joint statement on Friday after meeting at the heavily fortified demilitarised zone between their countries. 'Avengers: Infinity War' is worth all the hype and some more It boils down to this. 10 years of marvellous films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe culminates into one epic finale called Avengers Infinity War - a film that will make you pant in excitement from the first shot and leave you dumbstruck by the ending.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/asaram-appeared-broken-after-conviction-kept-telling-lawyers-to-do-something-132868">Asaram appeared broken after conviction, kept telling lawyers to 'do something': Jail officials</a>

Asaram was on Wednesday found guilty of raping a teenage girl at his ashram near Jodhpur in 2013. The sentence was passed inside Jodhpur Central Jail — where Asaram has been lodged since 2013 — itself.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-hugs-and-kisses-macron-tears-into-trump-says-forget-america-first-make-our-planet-great-again-132863">After hugs and kisses, Macron tears into Trump. Says forget America First, 'make our planet great again'</a>

A day after flaunting his friendship with Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron forcefully challenged many of the US president's policies on Wednesday, urging the United States to engage more with the world, step up the fight against climate change and stay in the Iran nuclear pact for now.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/train-collides-with-school-van-in-up-11-children-dead-132871">Train collides with school van in UP, 13 children dead</a>

Thirteen schoolchildren have died in Uttar Pradesh after a train collided with the van they were travelling in.&nbsp

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-announce-spring-offensive-dismisses-peace-overtures-132858">Taliban announce spring offensive, dismisses peace overtures</a>

The Taliban announced the start of its annual spring offensive on Wednesday, dismissing an offer for peace talks by President Ashraf Ghani and saying it will focus on U.S. forces in Afghanistan.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/now-elon-musk-wants-to-build-a-cyborg-dragon-132864">Elon Musk's next project? He says he's 'building a cyborg dragon'</a>

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk never fails to take the world by surprise and his latest Twitter post seems to have reinstated the same. Earlier today Musk announced his latest project, a 'cyborg dragon'.&nbsp

Asaram appeared broken after conviction, kept telling lawyers to 'do something': Jail officials Asaram was on Wednesday found guilty of raping a teenage girl at his ashram near Jodhpur in 2013. The sentence was passed inside Jodhpur Central Jail — where Asaram has been lodged since 2013 — itself. After hugs and kisses, Macron tears into Trump. Says forget America First, 'make our planet great again' A day after flaunting his friendship with Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron forcefully challenged many of the US president's policies on Wednesday, urging the United States to engage more with the world, step up the fight against climate change and stay in the Iran nuclear pact for now. Train collides with school van in UP, 13 children dead Thirteen schoolchildren have died in Uttar Pradesh after a train collided with the van they were travelling in. Taliban announce spring offensive, dismisses peace overtures The Taliban announced the start of its annual spring offensive on Wednesday, dismissing an offer for peace talks by President Ashraf Ghani and saying it will focus on U.S. forces in Afghanistan. Elon Musk's next project? He says he's 'building a cyborg dragon' SpaceX CEO Elon Musk never fails to take the world by surprise and his latest Twitter post seems to have reinstated the same. Earlier today Musk announced his latest project, a 'cyborg dragon'.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-disqualifies-foreign-minister-khwaja-asif-for-holding-foreign-work-permit-of-uae-132966">Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif disqualified as </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-disqualifies-foreign-minister-khwaja-asif-for-holding-foreign-work-permit-of-uae-132966">member</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-disqualifies-foreign-minister-khwaja-asif-for-holding-foreign-work-permit-of-uae-132966"> of Parliament for life&nbsp;</a>

 
The court announced its verdict on a petition stating that Asif did not mention his foreign employment in his nomination papers.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-wuhan-modi-xi-to-have-heart-to-heart-discussions-chinese-vp-xuanyou-132965">At Wuhan, Modi, Xi to have heart-to-heart discussions: Chinese VP Xuanyou</a>

 
Both the leaders will hold bilateral meetings and discussions over a range of issues including the border standoffs and US President Donald Trump's 'protectionist' trade policy.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/h1-b-visa-row-democrat-congresswoman-republican-senator-back-us-visa-for-spouses-132976">H1-B visa row: Democrat Congresswoman, Republican Senator back US visa for spouses</a>

 
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services(USCIS) chief Francis Cissna had informed a few days ago that the H-4 visas may be terminated this summer.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-air-force-bombers-circle-around-taiwan-132991">Chinese Air Force bombers 'circle around' Taiwan</a>

 
In a move which further fueled tensions, Chinese aircraft flew around Taiwan today which the Air Force said was meant for "combat military drills".

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/dont-condemn-sarojji-for-speaking-the-truth-shatrughan-sinha-on-casting-couch--132943">Sexual favours happen in politics and cinema: Shatrughan Sinha on casting couch controversy</a>

 
"Neither Saroj Khan nor Renuka Chowdhary is wrong. Sexual favours are demanded and given in both the entertainment world and in politics. It's an old and time-tested way of getting ahead in life. 'You please me I'll please you'.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/players-who-dethroned-themselves-from-captaincy-in-ipl--132993">Players who 'dethroned themselves' from captaincy in IPL&nbsp;</a>

 
Gambhir, who brought two titles for Kolkata, failed to spread similar magic for Delhi as his team lost five out of six matches played.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif disqualified as member of Parliament for life The court announced its verdict on a petition stating that Asif did not mention his foreign employment in his nomination papers. At Wuhan, Modi, Xi to have heart-to-heart discussions: Chinese VP Xuanyou Both the leaders will hold bilateral meetings and discussions over a range of issues including the border standoffs and US President Donald Trump's 'protectionist' trade policy. H1-B visa row: Democrat Congresswoman, Republican Senator back US visa for spouses The US Citizenship and Immigration Services(USCIS) chief Francis Cissna had informed a few days ago that the H-4 visas may be terminated this summer. Chinese Air Force bombers 'circle around' Taiwan In a move which further fueled tensions, Chinese aircraft flew around Taiwan today which the Air Force said was meant for "combat military drills". Sexual favours happen in politics and cinema: Shatrughan Sinha on casting couch controversy "Neither Saroj Khan nor Renuka Chowdhary is wrong. Sexual favours are demanded and given in both the entertainment world and in politics. It's an old and time-tested way of getting ahead in life. 'You please me I'll please you'. Players who 'dethroned themselves' from captaincy in IPL Gambhir, who brought two titles for Kolkata, failed to spread similar magic for Delhi as his team lost five out of six matches played.

News brief—Big stories of the day

<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://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/modi-xi-to-chart-a-new-course-for-india-china-ties-at-wuhan-summit--132075">Modi-Xi to chart a new course for India-China ties at Wuhan summit</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold a summit in China's Wuhan city from April 27 to 28 for a "heart-to-heart" chat to explore a new paradigm for India-China ties and find ways to address the contentious issues like the border dispute.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-election-2018-many-killed-in-a-blast-at-voter-registration-centre-in-kabul-131999">Kabul suicide blast: Death toll reaches 48</a>

The death toll from Sunday's blast in the Afghan capital Kabul rose to 48, with 112 others wounded, a public health officer said. The attack follows several weeks of relative calm in Kabul.&nbsp;

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/congress-may-move-court-if-impeachment-notice-rejected-132066">Congress may move court if impeachment notice rejected</a>

As the Congress awaits the decision of Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on an impeachment notice moved by it and other parties against Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra, it is considering moving the Supreme Court if the petition is rejected, party leaders said.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/israel-hints-it-could-hit-irans-air-force-in-syria-132058">Israel hints it could hit Iran's 'air force' in Syria</a>

Israel released details on Tuesday about what it described as an Iranian "air force" deployed in neighbouring Syria, including civilian planes suspected of transferring arms, a signal that these could be attacked should tensions with Tehran escalate.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/i-am-also-ignored-amit-shah-doesnt-allow-any-of-my-programme-to-happen-subramanian-swamy-on-yashwant-sinha-132030">Subramanian Swamy accuses Amit Shah of ignoring him, but won't quit BJP</a>

Subramanian Swamy on Sunday claimed that he has often been ignored by party chief Amit Shah who, he said, has often did not allow his programmes to take place.

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Modi-Xi to chart a new course for India-China ties at Wuhan summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold a summit in China's Wuhan city from April 27 to 28 for a "heart-to-heart" chat to explore a new paradigm for India-China ties and find ways to address the contentious issues like the border dispute. Kabul suicide blast: Death toll reaches 48 The death toll from Sunday's blast in the Afghan capital Kabul rose to 48, with 112 others wounded, a public health officer said. The attack follows several weeks of relative calm in Kabul. Congress may move court if impeachment notice rejected As the Congress awaits the decision of Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on an impeachment notice moved by it and other parties against Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra, it is considering moving the Supreme Court if the petition is rejected, party leaders said. Israel hints it could hit Iran's 'air force' in Syria Israel released details on Tuesday about what it described as an Iranian "air force" deployed in neighbouring Syria, including civilian planes suspected of transferring arms, a signal that these could be attacked should tensions with Tehran escalate. Subramanian Swamy accuses Amit Shah of ignoring him, but won't quit BJP Subramanian Swamy on Sunday claimed that he has often been ignored by party chief Amit Shah who, he said, has often did not allow his programmes to take place. .

<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/india-news/congress-using-impeachment-as-a-political-tool-arun-jaitley--131639">Congress using CJI Deepak Misra's impeachment as a 'political tool': Arun Jaitley</a>

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday accused the Congress party of trivialising the power of impeachment and using it as a political tool.

In a scathing Facebook post, the senior BJP leader said the 114-page judgement in the Judge Loya death case authored by Justice D Y Chandrachud on behalf of the three Judge Bench of the Supreme Court "exposes every fact of the conspiracy" to generate falsehood as propaganda in the public and political space.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/will-not-be-accepted-after-trumps-tweet-on-oil-prices-dip-131685">'Will not be accepted': After Trump's tweet on oil, prices dip</a>

As oil prices touched a new high today, US President tweeted saying it was "very high" and "will not be accepted", after the president's tweet, Brent and WTI crude prices turned "negative".

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/entertainment-natalie-portman-withdraws-her-attendance-from-an-israeli-award-ceremony-131659">Watch: Natalie Portman withdraws attendance from Israeli award ceremony</a>

Hollywood actress Natalie Portman has refused to attend a ceremony in Israel to accept a million-dollar prize because of "recent events" in the country, the organisers said, announcing the prizegiving had been cancelled.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/south-asia/entertainment-after-meesha-shafi-more-women-accuse-ali-zafar-of-sexual-harassment-131673">MeToo# in Pak: After Meesha Shafi, more women accuse Ali Zafar of sexual harassment</a>

Meesha Shafi is not the only woman to have gone through harassment by singer Ali Zafar it seems as more women have broken their silence and spoken about Zafar's misconduct.&nbsp;

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/arsene-wenger-to-step-down-as-arsenal-manager-131646">Arsene Wenger to step down as Arsenal manager</a>

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is to stand down at the end of the season after a reign of almost 22 years that made him the most successful boss in the Premier League club's history.

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Congress using CJI Deepak Misra's impeachment as a 'political tool': Arun Jaitley Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday accused the Congress party of trivialising the power of impeachment and using it as a political tool. In a scathing Facebook post, the senior BJP leader said the 114-page judgement in the Judge Loya death case authored by Justice D Y Chandrachud on behalf of the three Judge Bench of the Supreme Court "exposes every fact of the conspiracy" to generate falsehood as propaganda in the public and political space. 'Will not be accepted': After Trump's tweet on oil, prices dip As oil prices touched a new high today, US President tweeted saying it was "very high" and "will not be accepted", after the president's tweet, Brent and WTI crude prices turned "negative". Watch: Natalie Portman withdraws attendance from Israeli award ceremony Hollywood actress Natalie Portman has refused to attend a ceremony in Israel to accept a million-dollar prize because of "recent events" in the country, the organisers said, announcing the prizegiving had been cancelled. MeToo# in Pak: After Meesha Shafi, more women accuse Ali Zafar of sexual harassment Meesha Shafi is not the only woman to have gone through harassment by singer Ali Zafar it seems as more women have broken their silence and spoken about Zafar's misconduct. Arsene Wenger to step down as Arsenal manager Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is to stand down at the end of the season after a reign of almost 22 years that made him the most successful boss in the Premier League club's history.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-coming-to-power-in-karnataka-will-prove-to-be-stepping-stone-for-rest-of-country-siddaramaiah-to-wion-131388">Lingayat religious issue not created by us: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to WION</a>

With the Karnataka elections just around the corner, chief minister Siddaramaiah is locked in a tight triangular contest with the BJP and the JD-S. Siddaramaiah says the Congress will come to power in Karnataka, paving the way for his party’s revival in the rest of the country.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/repeating-a-lie-doesnt-turn-it-into-the-truth-says-pak-on-pm-modis-surgical-strike-statement-131390">'Repeating a lie doesn't turn it into the truth,' says Pak on PM Modi's surgical strike statement</a>

After PM Modi said the surgical strikes against Pakistan in September 2016 were a 100 per cent success, the Pakistan foreign office said today that "by continuously repeating a lie, it doesn't turn into the truth."

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/3-belgian-companies-face-heat-over-chemical-exports-to-syria-131430">3 Belgian companies face heat over chemical exports to Syria</a>

According to reports, three Belgian countries have been accused of exporting chemicals to Syria. The trial date has already been set by a Belgian court. Chemicals exported include isopropanol which is also known to be used for producing nerve gas.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/air-force-carried-out-strikes-on-islamic-state-targets-inside-syria-iraq-pm-131409">Air Force carried out strikes on Islamic State targets inside Syria: Iraq PM</a>

PM Haider al-Abadi's said Iraqi Air Force carried out air strikes on Islamic State(IS) installations inside Syria. The prime minister's office said the "deadly air strikes" were launched from the Iraqi side of the border.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-bangladesh-model-mosques-will-be-open-for-women--131408">Bangladesh's billion-dollar 'model' mosques will be open for women</a>

Touted as Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's flagship project, the plan aims to set up model mosques across the country to check radical ideologies and counter Islamist extremist. The preliminary work for the project has already been started. &nbsp;

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Lingayat religious issue not created by us: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to WION With the Karnataka elections just around the corner, chief minister Siddaramaiah is locked in a tight triangular contest with the BJP and the JD-S. Siddaramaiah says the Congress will come to power in Karnataka, paving the way for his party’s revival in the rest of the country. 'Repeating a lie doesn't turn it into the truth,' says Pak on PM Modi's surgical strike statement After PM Modi said the surgical strikes against Pakistan in September 2016 were a 100 per cent success, the Pakistan foreign office said today that "by continuously repeating a lie, it doesn't turn into the truth." 3 Belgian companies face heat over chemical exports to Syria According to reports, three Belgian countries have been accused of exporting chemicals to Syria. The trial date has already been set by a Belgian court. Chemicals exported include isopropanol which is also known to be used for producing nerve gas. Air Force carried out strikes on Islamic State targets inside Syria: Iraq PM PM Haider al-Abadi's said Iraqi Air Force carried out air strikes on Islamic State(IS) installations inside Syria. The prime minister's office said the "deadly air strikes" were launched from the Iraqi side of the border. Bangladesh's billion-dollar 'model' mosques will be open for women Touted as Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's flagship project, the plan aims to set up model mosques across the country to check radical ideologies and counter Islamist extremist. The preliminary work for the project has already been started.

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