If you were a headphone-wearing a music addict, who kept a keen note of everything happening on the radio in the early 2000s and early 2010s, chances are you found yourself dancing to the tracks of Jay Sean. The British-Asian star toured India recently, just minutes before his Mumbai concert WION had an exclusive chat with him, the hit-maker spoke about his love for India and more.

Indian-origin artist Jay Sean exclusive on his love for India, music and more | WION Exclusive

India's wholesale inflation has surged to a 4-month high due to global inflation, and energy prices amid the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

India's wholesale inflation surges to a 4-month high

The Japanese yen hit a 20-year low against the dollar on Tuesday, supported by high US Treasury yields and likely comparatively good US economic data this week.

Japanese Yen falls to fresh 20-year-low

In a dramatic escalation two British fighters captured in Ukraine by Russian forces were broadcast on Russian state TV, both men looking haggard appealed to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to negotiate their release and asked to be exchanged for pro-Russian politician and Putin ally Viktor Medvedchuk.

Captured Britons put on Russian TV seeks Boris Johnson's help to free them

Significant rise in nationwide covid cases due to more contagious omicron sub-variant in the United States has triggered a US federal judge to announce on Monday that the court is now scrapping the mask mandate for public transport that was imposed earlier by the Biden administration.

US judge strikes down CDC mask mandate amid Covid-19 surge

In France, the race for the presidential election is in its final days of campaigning. Days ahead of the final vote in one of the biggest economies, far-right candidate Marine Le Pen is trying to present a more moderate face to the voters.

French Elections: Marine Le Pen pivoting from her usual topics of Islam? Is there a change in tone?

New photos and videos have emerged online of the sinking Russian Moskva ship, the leading Russian warship sank in the Black Sea. Video circulating online shows that it was probably struck by anti-ship missiles, the ship was abandoned before the ship sank in the Black Sea.

First Images of damaged Russian Cruiser Moskva emerges

As the war of words between Elon Musk and American microblogging site Twitter continues, Tesla CEO has now said that he would cut salaries of Twitter's board of directors to zero if his ongoing attempt to purchase the company succeeds.

'Their salary will be $0, if my bid succeeds,' Elon Musk takes a sly dig at Twitter board

It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive in eastern Ukraine with explosions reported all along the eastern front along with attacks in other regions.

Russia ups its offensive against Ukraine, Kyiv says 'battle for Donbas has begun'

The Finnish finance minister is hoping that Finland will be part of NATO as soon in this summer. Finland's minister of economic affairs is on a visit to New Delhi, he sat down for an exclusive interview with our correspondent Siddhant Sibal and spoke about Finland's NATO plans and more.

Finland will be a part of NATO this summer, says Finnish finance minister Mila Lintila

Apple has rolled out a new 'Pregnant man' emoji to all iOS users. The move has sparked a debate among the masses. Watch this report.

Apple rolls out 'Pregnant man' emoji to all iOS users, sparks debate

Tensions are on the rise again between Israel and the Palestinian territory. In the latest, Israel has carried out its first air strikes on the Gaza strip in months, the strikes are said to be in response to a rocket fired from the Palestinian enclave.

Israel carries out strikes in Gaza strip in response to rocket attack

The Philippines is all set to choose President Rodrigo Duterte's successor, the country will cast its vote on May 9. Ahead of elections, speculations of candidates who are trailing, considering withdrawal and endorsing Robredo have been making the rounds.

Philippines elections: Time to choose Rodrigo Duterte's successor

New Zealand Jacinda Ardern met with Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on Climate Change and has pledged to work together against Climate Change.

New Zealand Jacinda Ardern meets Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on Climate Change

Hong Kong's COVID policy is creating mountains of plastic waste amid the ongoing pandemic. Hong Kong landfills are now running out of space.

Plastic waste surges amid COVID crisis: Hong Kong landfills run out of space

Is Israel's govt headed for collapse? After weeks of violence, a key coalition partner is threatening to quit. Where does that leave Naftali Bennett? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Israeli govt headed for collapse?

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed a new cabinet today. Can it help the Rajapaksas survive the no-confidence vote? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Can a cabinet reshuffle save the Rajapaksas?

A 20-storey wooden skyscraper has been built in Sweden. Will we see more wooden skyscrapers? Watch this report to know more.

Will we see more wooden skyscrapers? A 20-storey wooden skyscraper built in Sweden

Amid the ongoing 'Partygate' controversy that has gripped UK PM Boris Johnson, PM is all set to face the house of commons to explain his position on the matter.

'Partygate' showdown at Parliament: Reports suggest that Boris Johnson will apologise

It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has now begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive with explosions reported all along the eastern front, Ukraine's President Zelensky vowed to fight on, listen in.

Ukraine says 'Russia has begun it's eastern offensive,' explosions reported across Donbas

As protests intensifies in the island nation amid the worsening economic situation and a worsening political crisis, Sri Lanka's embattled Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Tuesday proposed that '19th amendment is a necessity.'

Crisis-hit Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa wants 19th amendment restored calls it 'necessity'

The new cabinet of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken oath. Senate chairman Sadiq Sanjrani administered the oath to 31 federal ministers and three ministers of state. The ceremony was scheduled to be held on Monday but was postponed after President Arif Alvi reviews refused to administer the oath to lawmakers.

Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif's cabinet takes form amid delays; 34 ministers sworn-in

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday declared a national state of disaster after the worst floods in recorded history of KwaZulu-Natal state.

South African President Ramaphosa declares national state of disaster over heavy floods

The Partygate scandal continues to play British premier Boris Johnson first time after being penalized for breaching covid-19 and lockdown laws. The embattled British leader will now face angry lawmakers.

Boris Johnson to make first address in Parliament after being penalized

At least three blasts have rocked a boys' school on Tuesday in Afghanistan's capital Kabul, local police said. Six people were killed and dozens injured, a local source confirmed.

Multiple blasts rock boys school in Afghan capital Kabul, at least 6 people killed

According to a report, UK PM Boris Johnson's office was the target of suspected Pegasus spyware attacks in 2020 and 2021. A report presented by Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto said that suspected infections were linked to Johnson's No-10 office with Pegasus operators linked to UAE.

Boris Johnson's office targeted by Pegasus? Reports claim UAE linked to spyware attack

Median pay for top US CEOs rose 31% last year to a record $20 million, a new study found, surging after a slight decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, as companies showered leaders with stock awards and cash bonuses.

US executives' pay soars 31% after a slight covid era decline

China reported seven new deaths from covid-19 in Shanghai this raised the official toll after thousands of cases were reported during a weeks-long lockdown. City authorities have revealed the first virus deaths on Monday with the latest fatalities bringing the total official toll to 10.

China reports more deaths as Covid-19 count rises to 10

Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to unveil his cabinet today, a week after he was elected to power during the midnight session vote of the national assembly.

Will Shehbaz Sharif unveil Pakistan Cabinet today?

After a brief easter pause in campaigning, the two final contenders in the French presidential race will return to the ground today. Ahead of the high-stakes televised debate president Emmanuel Macron and also the far-right challenger Marine Le Pen both have have scheduled low-key meetings for today.

Macron vs Marine Le Pen: Rivals group gear for final campaigning | French Presidential Elections

UNESCO's global geoparks are landscapes of big significance especially geologically, they seek to combine sustainable development and conservation by involving local communities. In the latest, UNESCO has announced that it is now designating eight more new sites as global geoparks spread across seven countries.

Sustainable development key part of UNESCO'S 8 global geoparks

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