Delhi woke up under a blanket of pollution. People blamed Diwali firecrackers for the severe smog. Data show that stubble burning contributed 36% to the pollution. Palki Sharma tells you it is easy for leaders to single out firecrackers instead of calling out stubble burning.

Gravitas | Delhi Pollution: Stubble burning to be blamed?

Australia has postponed a one-off test match with Afghanistan. The decision was taken amid concerns about women's cricket under the Taliban. Palki Sharma tells you how Australia is taking a stand against the Taliban.

Gravitas: Cricket Australia calls off test match with Afghanistan

The US has approved a $650 million weapon sale to Saudi Arabia. After setbacks in Iraq and Afghanistan, the US faces a crisis of credibility in West Asia. Palki Sharma tells you how the Biden administration is trying to rebuild trust with allies in West Asia.

Gravitas: Biden faces a crisis of credibility in West Asia

Satellite images show a Russian military buildup near the Ukraine border. Vladimir Putin marked National Unity Day in Sevastopol & declared 'Crimea will forever be part of Russia'. Palki Sharma gets you a detailed report.

Gravitas: Putin says 'Crimea will forever be part of Russia'

Was Pfizer's Wuhan Virus vaccine trial compromised? A whistleblower who worked for the company hired to run the trial spotted several lapses. She was allegedly fired after she sent a complaint to US FDA. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Was Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine trial "compromised"?

Lebanon is facing a blast of Gulf Arab anger after a minister levelled blunt criticism at Saudi Arabia. On The West Asia Post this week, Ghadi Francis decodes the row that has further strained Beirut's ties with its once generous benefactors.

The West Asia Post | Lebanon is facing a blast of Gulf Arab anger

According to reports, the Pakistani government has reached an understanding with Tehrik-i-Taliban. Reportedly, officials of the Pakistani government and its military have been holding talks with TTP leaders in Afghanistan. WION's Anas Mallick brings in all the latest information.

Pakistan: Imran Khan govt in talks with banned TTP group for truce

Ethiopia's government has dismissed international calls for a ceasefire and has instead vowed to fight on. The government's communication office has put out an aggressive statement saying that it is not a country that crumbles under foreign propaganda.

Ethiopian government vows to fight rebels; EU calls for immediate, meaningful ceasefire

Besides war, internal conflict and terrorism in Afghanistan, what we don't quite hear enough about is the state of its water resources. A safe and reliable supply of water is one of Afghanistan’s most critical national needs, leaving the country in a horrible state of duress.

Ground Report: Afghanistan’s Water Crisis |  Residents struggle to get potable water

Russia and Iran have confirmed their presence at the Delhi Regional Security Dialogue on Afghanistan on November 10. India is hosting the meeting and will be chaired by National security advisor Ajit Doval.

Iran, Russia confirm presence at Delhi NSA meet on Afghanistan

US house of representatives will vote on some of the major bills that form the backbone of president Joe Biden's 'Build Back Better'agenda, which includes social spending plan, climate change bill and bipartisan infrastructure bill.

US house of representatives to vote on Prez Joe Biden's major bills of 'Build Back Better'agenda

Amid fears of the Taliban takeover in Kabul, fuelling terror groups in the region, India will host a regional security dialogue on Afghanistan next week, this meeting will be held in New Delhi.

India NSA to host regional security dialogue on Afghanistan; Russia, Iran to attend meet

The global tourism industry is ground to a virtual standstill. in the immediate aftermath of the covid-19 pandemic countries that heavily relied on tourism as a major part of their economy, grappled with a loss of revenue, the island nation of Sri Lanka was particularly hard hit. Kimarli Fernando, Chairperson, Sri Lanka tourism industry.

'People are traveling, we have now learnt to live with Covid,' says Kimarli Fernando

A former cop is out on a mission to save the Amazon rainforest, his task is now to tackle illegal loggers inside this forest, our next report gets you his story.

Ex-cop's new mission: Save the Amazon

More than 300 were killed, losses amounting to 12 million dollars, the impact of the floods in China that took place earlier this year is still being felt.

Chinese farmers battle aftermath July floods

At the ongoing COP26 summit, countries have been making pledges to phase out the use of coal but the world's biggest polluter China largely remained missing.

Pollution amid rise in coal production, Beijing air quality dips to very serious

According to reports, India's Covaxin vaccine has been approved by the WHO for emergency use. The 'made-in-India' vaccine will now be recognized by other nations and Indians who received the jab need not self-quarantine or face covid-19 restrictions. WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Siddhant Sibbal brings all the latest information.

India's Covaxin approved by WHO for emergency use

Residents of Addis Ababa have been ordered to defend their neighborhoods, this comes amid fears that rebels were heading for the capital, the measure comes after several days of reported advances of the rebel group.

Ethiopia heads towards civil war, Tigray forces advance further south

The United Kingdom has become the first country to approve the use of Merck's antiviral pill to treat patients suffering from mild to moderate Covid-19.

United Kingdom becomes first country to approve anti-Covid pills

It's been more than a year since coronavirus pandemic hit the world and it is still battling with the virus and the variant. Here we bring you a round-up of all the covid pandemic-related news.

Here are all latest updates on COVID-19 pandemic

The death toll in a building collapse in Nigeria's capital Lagos has risen to 36. Nine of the trappers have been evacuated, recue operations continue for the third straight day.

Building collapsed in Nigeria's capital Lagos, death toll rises to 36

A Diwali-themed animation has been lit upon the One World Trade Center, firework planned on the Hudson river.

'All American Diwali' being celebrated at the World Trade Center

An independent Pentagon review has concluded that the US drone strike that killed innocent Kabul civilians and children in the final days of the Afghanistan war was not caused by misconduct or negligence, and it doesn't recommend any disciplinary action.

Kabul drone strike: Pentagon review concludes no misconduct

South Africa's ANC has registered its worst-ever performance in the current municipal elections held in the country. This is the party's worst performance ever since assuming power.

ANC's popularity dwindles in South Africa, party registers its worst-ever performance

The festival of lights Diwali is India's biggest festival and is celebrated with great enthusiasm around the country. Indian PM Narendra Modi has continued his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the soldiers.

PM Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with Indian forces, pays tribute to the martyred soldiers

Do you know there are over 300 versions of the Ramayana? The great Indian epic left its footprints throughout Southeast Asia. Watch how Diwali is celebrated throughout the world. Wion Wideangle brings you the 'Many Stories Of Diwali' with Ashwin Sanghi and Suhag A Shukla.

Wion Wideangle: The many stories of Diwali

Talks on reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal will resume on Nov. 29, the country's top nuclear negotiator said on Wednesday, as Western concerns over Tehran's nuclear advances grow.

Iran agrees to restart talks in Vienna over nuclear programme

The ICC is opening an investigation into possible crimes against humanity in Venezuela. The crimes were allegedly committed under president Maduro's rule.

ICC to probe crimes against humanity in Venezuela, Maduro's government under scanner

The UN's COP26 climate summit has not concluded, the host of the summit and UK PM Boris Johnson has already found himself in the middle of a controversy.

Climate pledges just a gimmick for UK PM Boris Johnson? | COP26

Malaysian Hindus are celebrating the auspicious festival of Diwali; Devotees visited temple around Kuala Lumpur, the shops have reopened after pandemic lull.

'We have been waiting for this,' Malaysian Hindus celebrate Diwali, shops opened after pandemic lull

Indonesia could phase out coal-fired power plants by 2040 if it gets sufficient financial help from the international community, the finance minister told Reuters.

Indonesia plans to retire coal with the help of international funds

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