Chinese companies have stopped buying US agricultural products, China's Commerce Ministry said on Tuesday (August 06), a blow to US farmers who have already seen their exports slashed by the more than year-old trade war.

US farmers suffer 'body blow' as China slams door on farm purchases

A strong earthquake hit the Ridgecrest, Southern California. Watch this video to know more.

Breaking: Strong earthquake hits Ridgecrest, Southern California

Know how this Budget 2019-20 will affect your life. What Will Become Costlier & Cheaper Now. Watch this video to know more.

Budget 2019-20: What Will Become Costlier & Cheaper Now

UK intercepted the super oil tanker at Gibraltar. Gibraltar is a UK territory in Spain's southern tip. Iran says the seizure of grace 1 is illegal. Iran calls the act a 'Form of Piracy'. Watch this video to know more.

UK detains oil tanker headed to Syria

U.S calls for meet after Tehran breaches N-Deal. IAEA board of governers represent 35 nations. Experts said ''We have no idea that what this meeting will achieve''. Parties to the N-Deal already have a separate forum. Watch this video to know more.

U.S calls for IAEA emergency meet

U.S. calls for IAEA emergency meet

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-signs-rs-200-crore-anti-tank-missile-deal-with-russia-231721">India signs Rs 200 crore anti-tank missile deal with Russia</a>

Seeking to keep itself battle-ready in situations like the one post-Balakot aerial strikes, India has signed a deal to acquire 'Strum Ataka'&nbsp;anti-tank&nbsp;missile from Russia&nbsp;for its fleet of Mi-35 attack choppers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-daughter-ivanka-and-pompeo-beautiful-couple-beauty-and-the-beast-231774">Trump tries off-hand humour again, calls daughter Ivanka and Pompeo 'beautiful couple'</a>

US President Donald Trump is known for his slapstick humour and off-hand comments. On Sunday, the US president went on to launch another remark, this time involving&nbsp;his daughter Ivanka Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/huawei-allowed-to-buy-from-us-suppliers-as-relations-with-china-are-back-on-track-231743">Huawei allowed to buy from US suppliers as relations with China are 'back on track'</a>

United States President Donald Trump in a series of tweets on Saturday said he had a great meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the&nbsp;G20 summit in Japan's Osaka&nbsp;where he also agreed to continue negotiations over the stalled trade talks between the two world economies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/money-in-swiss-banks-india-slips-to-74th-place-uk-remains-on-top-231751">Money in Swiss banks: India slips to 74th place, UK remains on top&nbsp;</a>

India has moved down one place to 74th rank in terms of&nbsp;money parked by its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks, while the UK has retained its top position, as per data released by the central banking authority of the Alpine nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/donald-trump-meets-kim-jong-un-becomes-first-sitting-united-states-president-to-set-foot-in-north-korea-231748">Donald Trump meets Kim Jong-un, becomes first sitting United States president to set foot in North Korea</a>

US President Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea on Sunday when he met its leader, Kim Jong Un, in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas.

India signs Rs 200 crore anti-tank missile deal with Russia Seeking to keep itself battle-ready in situations like the one post-Balakot aerial strikes, India has signed a deal to acquire 'Strum Ataka' anti-tank missile from Russia for its fleet of Mi-35 attack choppers.

India signs Rs 200 crore anti-tank missile deal with Russia Seeking to keep itself battle-ready in situations like the one post-Balakot aerial strikes, India has signed a deal to acquire 'Strum Ataka' anti-tank missile from Russia for its fleet of Mi-35 attack choppers. Trump tries off-hand humour again, calls daughter Ivanka and Pompeo 'beautiful couple' US President Donald Trump is known for his slapstick humour and off-hand comments. On Sunday, the US president went on to launch another remark, this time involving his daughter Ivanka Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Huawei allowed to buy from US suppliers as relations with China are 'back on track' United States President Donald Trump in a series of tweets on Saturday said he had a great meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Japan's Osaka where he also agreed to continue negotiations over the stalled trade talks between the two world economies. Money in Swiss banks: India slips to 74th place, UK remains on top India has moved down one place to 74th rank in terms of money parked by its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks, while the UK has retained its top position, as per data released by the central banking authority of the Alpine nation. Donald Trump meets Kim Jong-un, becomes first sitting United States president to set foot in North Korea US President Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea on Sunday when he met its leader, Kim Jong Un, in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-russia-will-do-all-it-can-to-improve-ties-with-us-231474">Moscow will do all it can to improve ties with US, says Russian President Vladimir Putin</a>

Russia's president&nbsp;said on Saturday that Moscow would do all it could to improve relations with the United States that have been strained by years of diplomatic conflicts over Ukraine and accusations of Russian meddling in US elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mass-resignations-of-congress-leaders-part-of-scripted-drama-bjps-tom-vadakkan-231500">Mass resignations of Congress leaders part of 'scripted drama': BJP's Tom Vadakkan</a>

BJP member Tom Vadakkan on Saturday claimed the&nbsp;recent mass resignations in the Congress&nbsp;as a "scripted drama", following Rahul Gandhi's refusal to withdraw his resignation as the party president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-kill-26-pro-government-militia-members-in-afghanistan-231459">Taliban kill 26 pro-government militia members in Afghanistan</a>

Taliban militants killed at least 26 members of a pro-government militia in north Afghanistan on Saturday, government officials said, the same day the militants and US government officials are due to start a new round of peace talks in Qatar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/erdogan-says-no-setback-in-missile-deal-with-russia-as-trump-voices-sympathy-231492">Erdogan says no setback in missile deal with Russia as Trump voices sympathy</a>

Turkey said on Saturday there was no setback in its plan to buy&nbsp;Russian S-400 missile defence systems, despite US opposition, and President Donald Trump expressed understanding for the decision but did not rule out sanctions in response.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-declares-emergency-in-violence-plagued-rural-alaska-231512">Trump administration declares emergency in violence-plagued rural Alaska</a>

US Attorney General William Barr on Friday declared a public-safety emergency in rural Alaska and pledged $10.5 million in federal funds to combat some of the nation`s worst rates of sexual assault, child abuse and other violent crimes.

Moscow will do all it can to improve ties with US, says Russian President Vladimir Putin Russia's president said on Saturday that Moscow would do all it could to improve relations with the United States that have been strained by years of diplomatic conflicts over Ukraine and accusations of Russian meddling in US elections.

Moscow will do all it can to improve ties with US, says Russian President Vladimir Putin Russia's president said on Saturday that Moscow would do all it could to improve relations with the United States that have been strained by years of diplomatic conflicts over Ukraine and accusations of Russian meddling in US elections. Mass resignations of Congress leaders part of 'scripted drama': BJP's Tom Vadakkan BJP member Tom Vadakkan on Saturday claimed the recent mass resignations in the Congress as a "scripted drama", following Rahul Gandhi's refusal to withdraw his resignation as the party president. Taliban kill 26 pro-government militia members in Afghanistan Taliban militants killed at least 26 members of a pro-government militia in north Afghanistan on Saturday, government officials said, the same day the militants and US government officials are due to start a new round of peace talks in Qatar. Erdogan says no setback in missile deal with Russia as Trump voices sympathy Turkey said on Saturday there was no setback in its plan to buy Russian S-400 missile defence systems, despite US opposition, and President Donald Trump expressed understanding for the decision but did not rule out sanctions in response. Trump administration declares emergency in violence-plagued rural Alaska US Attorney General William Barr on Friday declared a public-safety emergency in rural Alaska and pledged $10.5 million in federal funds to combat some of the nation`s worst rates of sexual assault, child abuse and other violent crimes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-protests-chinas-army-to-be-handed-prime-harbour-in-hong-kong-231230">Amid protests, China's Army to be handed prime harbour in Hong Kong</a>

The Chinese military will be handed prime Hong Kong waterfront land on Saturday, even as the city is&nbsp;rocked by anti-Beijing protests&nbsp;and just days before the anniversary of its return to China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-time-hottest-temperature-in-france-recorded-at-443c-weather-service-231244">All-time hottest temperature in France recorded at 44.3C: Weather service</a>

France recorded its all-time hottest temperature of 44.3 degrees Celsius (111.7 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday as the country and much of Europe basked in an&nbsp;early summer heatwave, state weather forecaster Meteo-France said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-will-target-root-of-terrorism-inside-pakistan-balakot-strikes-not-a-fluke-home-minister-amit-shah-in-lok-sabha-231174">We will target root of terrorism inside Pakistan, Balakot strikes not a fluke: Home Minister Amit Shah in Lok Sabha</a>

After PM Modi lashed out at&nbsp;Congress in Parliament, Home minister Amit Shah today hit out at Congress over the Jammu and Kashmir(J&amp;K) issue in Lok Sabha. "Congress weakened democracy in J&amp;K," India's home minister said, adding, "separatists have hurt democracy".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-talks-with-world-leaders-at-g20-pm-modi-discusses-indo-pacific-terrorism-situation-in-gulf-231173">In talks with world leaders at G20, PM Modi discusses Indo-Pacific, terrorism, situation in Gulf</a>

Even by diplomatic standards,&nbsp;the first day of the G20 Summit&nbsp;was not only hectic but showed how India was a sought after country at the event in Osaka. The two trilaterals - JAI - between Japan, America, India and RIC - between Russia, India, China showed how India was the common factor in the two groupings.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europes-heatwave-consistent-with-climate-change-more-to-come-un-231226">Europe's heatwave consistent with climate change, more to come: UN</a>

This year is on track to be among the hottest ever and that would make 2015-2019 the world's hottest five-year period on record, the World Meteorological Organization said on Friday.

Amid protests, China's Army to be handed prime harbour in Hong Kong The Chinese military will be handed prime Hong Kong waterfront land on Saturday, even as the city is rocked by anti-Beijing protests and just days before the anniversary of its return to China.

Amid protests, China's Army to be handed prime harbour in Hong Kong The Chinese military will be handed prime Hong Kong waterfront land on Saturday, even as the city is rocked by anti-Beijing protests and just days before the anniversary of its return to China. All-time hottest temperature in France recorded at 44.3C: Weather service France recorded its all-time hottest temperature of 44.3 degrees Celsius (111.7 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday as the country and much of Europe basked in an early summer heatwave, state weather forecaster Meteo-France said. We will target root of terrorism inside Pakistan, Balakot strikes not a fluke: Home Minister Amit Shah in Lok Sabha After PM Modi lashed out at Congress in Parliament, Home minister Amit Shah today hit out at Congress over the Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) issue in Lok Sabha. "Congress weakened democracy in J&K," India's home minister said, adding, "separatists have hurt democracy". In talks with world leaders at G20, PM Modi discusses Indo-Pacific, terrorism, situation in Gulf Even by diplomatic standards, the first day of the G20 Summit was not only hectic but showed how India was a sought after country at the event in Osaka. The two trilaterals - JAI - between Japan, America, India and RIC - between Russia, India, China showed how India was the common factor in the two groupings. Europe's heatwave consistent with climate change, more to come: UN This year is on track to be among the hottest ever and that would make 2015-2019 the world's hottest five-year period on record, the World Meteorological Organization said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-openly-sowing-seeds-of-hostility-reject-pompeos-baseless-allegation-iran-230839">US openly sowing seeds of hostility, reject Pompeo's baseless allegation: Iran</a>

Iran today slammed US secretary of state&nbsp;Mike Pompeo's joint statement&nbsp;in New Delhi in which he accused Iran of being the "world's largest state sponsor of terror".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-helping-india-to-become-5-trillion-economy-pm-modi-to-indian-diaspora-230864">Japan helping India to become $5 trillion economy: PM Modi to Indian diaspora</a>

The Indian prime minister expressed his happiness over coming to Japan after seven months&nbsp;as he told the crowd that PM Shinzo Abe is a "good friend". "I am humbled by your support," the&nbsp;Indian prime minister said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-merkel-seen-shaking-for-second-time-in-9-days-230857">German Chancellor Merkel seen 'shaking' for second time in 9 days</a>

German Chancellor&nbsp;Angela Merkel was seen shaking&nbsp;as she met President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Thursday, her second such bout within two weeks, but her spokesman said she was fine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maratha-quota-valid-but-should-be-cut-from-16-to-12-13-per-cent-bombay-high-court-230875">Maratha quota valid but should be cut from 16 to 12-13 per cent: Bombay High Court</a>

A division bench of Justices Ranjit More and Bharati Dangre, however, said the quota percentage should be reduced from 16 per cent to 12 to 13 per cent, as recommended by the State Backward Classes Commission.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-prime-minister-imran-khan-afghan-president-ashraf-ghani-hold-meeting-discuss-peace-process-230829">Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani hold meeting, discuss peace process</a>

"One on one meeting held between Prime Minister Imran Khan and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in Islamabad. Matters pertaining to bilateral cooperation in various sectors and regional situation were discussed in the meeting," tweeted the government of Pakistan.&nbsp;

US openly sowing seeds of hostility, reject Pompeo's baseless allegation: Iran Iran today slammed US secretary of state Mike Pompeo's joint statement in New Delhi in which he accused Iran of being the "world's largest state sponsor of terror".

US openly sowing seeds of hostility, reject Pompeo's baseless allegation: Iran Iran today slammed US secretary of state Mike Pompeo's joint statement in New Delhi in which he accused Iran of being the "world's largest state sponsor of terror". Japan helping India to become $5 trillion economy: PM Modi to Indian diaspora The Indian prime minister expressed his happiness over coming to Japan after seven months as he told the crowd that PM Shinzo Abe is a "good friend". "I am humbled by your support," the Indian prime minister said. German Chancellor Merkel seen 'shaking' for second time in 9 days German Chancellor Angela Merkel was seen shaking as she met President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Thursday, her second such bout within two weeks, but her spokesman said she was fine. Maratha quota valid but should be cut from 16 to 12-13 per cent: Bombay High Court A division bench of Justices Ranjit More and Bharati Dangre, however, said the quota percentage should be reduced from 16 per cent to 12 to 13 per cent, as recommended by the State Backward Classes Commission. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani hold meeting, discuss peace process "One on one meeting held between Prime Minister Imran Khan and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in Islamabad. Matters pertaining to bilateral cooperation in various sectors and regional situation were discussed in the meeting," tweeted the government of Pakistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-urges-uk-to-stop-interfering-in-hong-kong-affairs-230624">UK should stop interfering in Hong Kong and China's internal affairs: Foreign ministry</a>

China's Foreign Ministry denounced the UK for its "interference" in Hong Kong affairs on Wednesday after the British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt told parliament that London would ban sales of tear gas to&nbsp;Hong Kong&nbsp;and called for an independent probe into the recent violence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/countries-who-are-part-of-chinas-bri-have-seen-not-strings-attached-but-shackles-pompeo-230609">Countries who are part of China's BRI have seen not 'strings attached but shackles': Pompeo during meeting with Jaishankar</a>

Laying the foundation for&nbsp;PM Modi's meeting with US President&nbsp;Donald Trump in Osaka, Japan, on the sidelines of the 14th G20 Summit, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo met PM Modi and external affairs&nbsp;minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday in Delhi.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-cant-accept-defeats-not-a-healthy-sign-in-democracy-pm-narendra-modi-in-rajya-sabha-230582">Congress can't accept defeats, not a healthy sign in democracy: PM Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha</a>

In a stinging attack on the Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Opposition party's arrogance has no limits, they can't accept defeat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-deliver-first-s-400-missile-to-turkey-in-july-reports-230635">Russia to deliver first S-400 missile to Turkey in July: Reports</a>

Russia will make first delivery of the S-400 missile systems to Turkey in July, Russian news agencies cited the head of Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport saying on Wednesday, in accordance with the earlier-stated plans.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-pushes-middle-east-economic-plan-in-face-of-palestinian-protest-230608">US pushes Middle East economic plan in face of Palestinian protest</a>

The Trump administration sought on Wednesday to win support for an&nbsp;economic plan&nbsp;it says will be a foundation for Israeli-Palestinian peace but which Palestinians and many other Arabs dismiss as pointless without a political solution to the decades-old conflict.

UK should stop interfering in Hong Kong and China's internal affairs: Foreign ministry China's Foreign Ministry denounced the UK for its "interference" in Hong Kong affairs on Wednesday after the British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt told parliament that London would ban sales of tear gas to Hong Kong and called for an independent probe into the recent violence.

UK should stop interfering in Hong Kong and China's internal affairs: Foreign ministry China's Foreign Ministry denounced the UK for its "interference" in Hong Kong affairs on Wednesday after the British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt told parliament that London would ban sales of tear gas to Hong Kong and called for an independent probe into the recent violence. Countries who are part of China's BRI have seen not 'strings attached but shackles': Pompeo during meeting with Jaishankar Laying the foundation for PM Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump in Osaka, Japan, on the sidelines of the 14th G20 Summit, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo met PM Modi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday in Delhi. Congress can't accept defeats, not a healthy sign in democracy: PM Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha In a stinging attack on the Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Opposition party's arrogance has no limits, they can't accept defeat. Russia to deliver first S-400 missile to Turkey in July: Reports Russia will make first delivery of the S-400 missile systems to Turkey in July, Russian news agencies cited the head of Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport saying on Wednesday, in accordance with the earlier-stated plans. US pushes Middle East economic plan in face of Palestinian protest The Trump administration sought on Wednesday to win support for an economic plan it says will be a foundation for Israeli-Palestinian peace but which Palestinians and many other Arabs dismiss as pointless without a political solution to the decades-old conflict.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-army-is-ready-to-go-dont-mistake-our-discretion-for-weakness-us-national-security-advisor-john-bolton-tells-iran-229716">US army is ready to go, don't mistake our discretion for weakness: US National Security Advisor John Bolton tells Iran</a>

US National Security Advisor John Bolton warned Tehran on Sunday of misinterpreting as "weakness" President Donald Trump's&nbsp;last-minute cancellation&nbsp;of a retaliatory&nbsp;strike on Iran.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rajasthan-at-least-14-dead-and-over-50-injured-as-tent-collapses-in-barmer-229742">Rajasthan: At least 14 dead and over 50 injured as tent collapses in Barmer</a>

At least 14 people reportedly died and over 50 injured in Barmer district of Rajasthan after a 'pandal' (marquee) collapsed due to heavy rain and storm during a religious gathering on Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/post-balakot-indian-navy-hunted-for-pakistani-submarine-for-21-days-229710">Post-Balakot, Indian Navy hunted for Pakistani submarine for 21 days</a>

Soon&nbsp;after the Pulwama terror attack, India pulled out its&nbsp;Navy&nbsp;from an exercise and deployed a major part of its fleet, including nuclear and conventional submarines, close to Pakistani territorial waters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/day-after-fatf-warning-pak-army-chief-claims-country-doing-best-to-wipe-out-terrorism-229711">Day after FATF warning, Pakistan Army Chief claims 'country doing best to wipe out terrorism'</a>

Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has claimed that the&nbsp;country is doing its best&nbsp;and utilising all available sources to eliminate terrorism from its soil, adding that Islamabad has been moving towards attaining sustainable peace and stability.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/day-after-fatf-warning-pak-army-chief-claims-country-doing-best-to-wipe-out-terrorism-229711">UK's Boris Johnson under pressure to explain domestic 'row'</a>

Boris Johnson, the strong favourite to become Britain's next prime minister, came under pressure from figures in his own party on Sunday to explain reports of a&nbsp;domestic 'row' that led to a police visit. 
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US army is ready to go, don't mistake our discretion for weakness: US National Security Advisor John Bolton tells Iran US National Security Advisor John Bolton warned Tehran on Sunday of misinterpreting as "weakness" President Donald Trump's last-minute cancellation of a retaliatory strike on Iran.

US army is ready to go, don't mistake our discretion for weakness: US National Security Advisor John Bolton tells Iran US National Security Advisor John Bolton warned Tehran on Sunday of misinterpreting as "weakness" President Donald Trump's last-minute cancellation of a retaliatory strike on Iran. Rajasthan: At least 14 dead and over 50 injured as tent collapses in Barmer At least 14 people reportedly died and over 50 injured in Barmer district of Rajasthan after a 'pandal' (marquee) collapsed due to heavy rain and storm during a religious gathering on Sunday. Post-Balakot, Indian Navy hunted for Pakistani submarine for 21 days Soon after the Pulwama terror attack, India pulled out its Navy from an exercise and deployed a major part of its fleet, including nuclear and conventional submarines, close to Pakistani territorial waters. Day after FATF warning, Pakistan Army Chief claims 'country doing best to wipe out terrorism' Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has claimed that the country is doing its best and utilising all available sources to eliminate terrorism from its soil, adding that Islamabad has been moving towards attaining sustainable peace and stability. UK's Boris Johnson under pressure to explain domestic 'row' Boris Johnson, the strong favourite to become Britain's next prime minister, came under pressure from figures in his own party on Sunday to explain reports of a domestic 'row' that led to a police visit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-operators-decide-to-avoid-affected-part-of-iranian-airspace-229518">Amid US-Tehran tensions, Indian airlines decide to avoid part of Iranian airspace</a>

All Indian operators, in consultation with Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Saturday, decided to avoid the affected part of Iranian airspace to ensure safe travel for the passengers, news agency ANI reported. All flights will be re-routed suitably.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/firing-one-bullet-towards-iran-will-set-fire-to-americas-interests-iran-229490">Firing one bullet towards Iran will set fire to America's interests: Iran</a>

Iran warned the United States on Saturday that any&nbsp;aggression against the Islamic republic&nbsp;would have serious consequences for US interests across the Middle East.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-needs-nearly-440-billion-to-clean-up-rural-environment-report-229500">China needs nearly $440 billion to clean up rural environment: Report</a>

China will need to spend 3 trillion yuan ($440 billion) over three years to improve village sanitation and clean up its heavily polluted rural environment, the official People's Daily reported on Saturday, citing government officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-orders-internet-shutdown-in-conflict-torn-rakhine-state-report-229536">Myanmar orders internet shutdown in conflict-torn Rakhine state: Report</a>

Myanmar authorities&nbsp;ordered telecoms companies to shut down internet services in conflict-torn western&nbsp;Myanmar,&nbsp;a leading operator said on Saturday, amid heightening tensions in the region, where government troops are fighting ethnic rebels.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-cricket-world-cup-2019-match-28-india-vs-afghanistan-229477">Innings break | INDvAFG: Afghanistan restrict India to 224/8</a>

Afghanistan restrict India to 224/8.&nbsp;

Amid US-Tehran tensions, Indian airlines decide to avoid part of Iranian airspace All Indian operators, in consultation with Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Saturday, decided to avoid the affected part of Iranian airspace to ensure safe travel for the passengers, news agency ANI reported.

Amid US-Tehran tensions, Indian airlines decide to avoid part of Iranian airspace All Indian operators, in consultation with Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Saturday, decided to avoid the affected part of Iranian airspace to ensure safe travel for the passengers, news agency ANI reported. All flights will be re-routed suitably. Firing one bullet towards Iran will set fire to America's interests: Iran Iran warned the United States on Saturday that any aggression against the Islamic republic would have serious consequences for US interests across the Middle East. China needs nearly $440 billion to clean up rural environment: Report China will need to spend 3 trillion yuan ($440 billion) over three years to improve village sanitation and clean up its heavily polluted rural environment, the official People's Daily reported on Saturday, citing government officials. Myanmar orders internet shutdown in conflict-torn Rakhine state: Report Myanmar authorities ordered telecoms companies to shut down internet services in conflict-torn western Myanmar, a leading operator said on Saturday, amid heightening tensions in the region, where government troops are fighting ethnic rebels. Innings break | INDvAFG: Afghanistan restrict India to 224/8 Afghanistan restrict India to 224/8.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-needs-to-meet-diplomacy-with-diplomacy-not-military-force-us-229256">Iran needs to meet diplomacy with diplomacy, not military force: US</a>

The US said on Friday that Iran has no right to respond to diplomacy "with military force", a day after Tehran shot down a&nbsp;US reconnaissance drone&nbsp;over the Strait of Hormuz.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-us-drone-p-8-plane-with-35-on-board-also-entered-airspace-we-could-have-shot-it-down-but-didnt-iran-revolutionary-guard-229268">With US drone, P-8 plane with 35 on board also entered airspace, we could have shot it down, but didn't: Iran Revolutionary Guard</a>

Iran refrained from shooting down a US plane with 35 people on board that was accompanying the&nbsp;downed drone in the Gulf, a Revolutionary Guards commander said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-bandar-was-iafs-code-name-for-balakot-airstrike-229212">'Operation Bandar' was IAF's code name for Balakot airstrike: Sources</a>

When the Air Force sent its package of 12 Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft to attack the Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist camp in&nbsp;Balakot on February 26, it code-named it 'Operation Bandar (Monkey)', to maintain secrecy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-government-posts-yogaday-on-twitter-indian-flag-pops-deleted-later-as-twitter-takes-a-dig-229245">Pakistan government's Yoga Day tweet leads to Indian flag pop-up; deleted later as Twitter takes a dig</a>

On the occasion of International Yoga Day, the government of Pakistan posted&nbsp;a picture on&nbsp;its Twitter handle @pid_gov with the hashtag #YogaDay only to realise an Indian flag had popped up with a person meditating.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/creating-g7-task-force-to-ensure-facebooks-libra-governed-by-regulations-france-229231">Creating G7 task force to ensure Facebook's Libra governed by regulations: France</a>

France is creating a G7 task force to study how central banks ensure&nbsp;cryptocurrencies like Facebook's Libra&nbsp;are governed by regulations ranging from money-laundering laws to consumer-protection rules, France's central bank governor said on Friday.

Iran needs to meet diplomacy with diplomacy, not military force: US The US said on Friday that Iran has no right to respond to diplomacy "with military force", a day after Tehran shot down a US reconnaissance drone over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran needs to meet diplomacy with diplomacy, not military force: US The US said on Friday that Iran has no right to respond to diplomacy "with military force", a day after Tehran shot down a US reconnaissance drone over the Strait of Hormuz. With US drone, P-8 plane with 35 on board also entered airspace, we could have shot it down, but didn't: Iran Revolutionary Guard Iran refrained from shooting down a US plane with 35 people on board that was accompanying the downed drone in the Gulf, a Revolutionary Guards commander said on Friday. 'Operation Bandar' was IAF's code name for Balakot airstrike: Sources When the Air Force sent its package of 12 Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft to attack the Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist camp in Balakot on February 26, it code-named it 'Operation Bandar (Monkey)', to maintain secrecy. Pakistan government's Yoga Day tweet leads to Indian flag pop-up; deleted later as Twitter takes a dig On the occasion of International Yoga Day, the government of Pakistan posted a picture on its Twitter handle @pid_gov with the hashtag #YogaDay only to realise an Indian flag had popped up with a person meditating. Creating G7 task force to ensure Facebook's Libra governed by regulations: France France is creating a G7 task force to study how central banks ensure cryptocurrencies like Facebook's Libra are governed by regulations ranging from money-laundering laws to consumer-protection rules, France's central bank governor said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-surveillance-asset-attacked-in-international-airspace-not-over-iran-pentagon-228977">US surveillance asset attacked in international airspace, not over Iran: Pentagon</a>

The Pentagon confirmed Thursday that Iranian forces shot down a&nbsp;US naval surveillance drone&nbsp;but insisted the aircraft was in international airspace, not that of Iran.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-race-boris-johnson-wins-fourth-ballot-sajid-javed-eliminated-228981">UK PM race: Boris Johnson wins fourth ballot, Sajid Javed eliminated</a>

British Conservative Party MPs today voted out Sajid Javid in the fourth ballot while voting heavily&nbsp;in favour of Boris Johnson&nbsp;in the race for next prime minister of United Kingdom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-be-guided-by-our-economic-and-security-consideration-ministry-of-external-affairs-on-huawei-row-228972">Will be guided by our economic and security consideration: Ministry of external affairs on Huawei row</a>

After reports emerged that the&nbsp;US government had written&nbsp;to the external affairs ministry last month warning the government that companies found supplying equipment or other products of American origin to Huawei could face "punitive action", ministry of external affairs(MEA) spokesman Ravish Kumar said the matter was being debated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cwc-meeting-on-new-congress-president-may-take-place-soon-228965">CWC meeting on new Congress president may take place soon</a>

Sources in the Congress party&nbsp;have confirmed that a Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting may take place in the next fortnight to deliberate on the issue of a&nbsp;new president as Rahul Gandhi&nbsp;has not changed his mind on his decision to quit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-cannot-negotiate-from-place-of-advantage-india-to-un-228947">Taliban cannot negotiate from place of advantage: India to UN</a>

India has said terror groups can not negotiate from a place of advantage, a remark directed towards groups such as&nbsp;Taliban&nbsp;based in Pakistani territory.&nbsp;

US surveillance asset attacked in international airspace, not over Iran: Pentagon The Pentagon confirmed Thursday that Iranian forces shot down a US naval surveillance drone but insisted the aircraft was in international airspace, not that of Iran.

US surveillance asset attacked in international airspace, not over Iran: Pentagon The Pentagon confirmed Thursday that Iranian forces shot down a US naval surveillance drone but insisted the aircraft was in international airspace, not that of Iran. UK PM race: Boris Johnson wins fourth ballot, Sajid Javed eliminated British Conservative Party MPs today voted out Sajid Javid in the fourth ballot while voting heavily in favour of Boris Johnson in the race for next prime minister of United Kingdom. Will be guided by our economic and security consideration: Ministry of external affairs on Huawei row After reports emerged that the US government had written to the external affairs ministry last month warning the government that companies found supplying equipment or other products of American origin to Huawei could face "punitive action", ministry of external affairs(MEA) spokesman Ravish Kumar said the matter was being debated. CWC meeting on new Congress president may take place soon Sources in the Congress party have confirmed that a Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting may take place in the next fortnight to deliberate on the issue of a new president as Rahul Gandhi has not changed his mind on his decision to quit. Taliban cannot negotiate from place of advantage: India to UN India has said terror groups can not negotiate from a place of advantage, a remark directed towards groups such as Taliban based in Pakistani territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-prince-blames-iran-for-tanker-attacks-says-wont-hesitate-on-threats-227478">Saudi prince blames Iran for tanker attacks, says won’t hesitate on ‘threats’</a>

Saudi Crown Prince&nbsp;Mohammed bin Salman&nbsp;accused rival Iran of attacks on two oil tankers in a vital Gulf shipping channel, adding he "won't hesitate" to tackle any threats to the kingdom, according to excerpts of an interview published on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/europe/powerful-74-magnitude-earthquake-hits-new-zealand-no-tsunami-threat-227480">Powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits New Zealand; no tsunami threat</a>

There is no tsunami threat to New Zealand after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the uninhabited Kermadec islands northeast of New Zealand Sunday, Civil Defence authorities of the country says.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-7-killed-in-air-strikes-by-assad-regime-227481">Syria: 7 civilians killed in air strikes by Assad regime</a>

At least seven civilians were killed in air strikes by the Syrian government on the northwest province of Idlib on Saturday. Around 15 other suffered injuries in the attacks by President Bashar al-Assad regime.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-might-scale-back-from-nuclear-deal-commitments-227479">Iran might scale back from nuclear deal commitments</a>

Iran&nbsp;on Saturday signalled that it might further scale back from its commitments signed under the nuclear deal unless other signatories show "positive signals".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yellow-vest-protestors-push-on-for-31st-weekend-despite-waning-numbers-227488">'Yellow vest' protestors push on for 31st weekend despite waning numbers</a>

Hundreds of "yellow vest" protestors gathered at Paris's Place de la Bastille square on Saturday for the 31st round of demonstrations following several weeks of waning turnout, more than six months into the demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron and high living costs.

Saudi prince blames Iran for tanker attacks, says won’t hesitate on ‘threats’ Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman accused rival Iran of attacks on two oil tankers in a vital Gulf shipping channel, adding he "won't hesitate" to tackle any threats to the kingdom, according to excerpts of an interview published on Sunday.

Saudi prince blames Iran for tanker attacks, says won’t hesitate on ‘threats’ Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman accused rival Iran of attacks on two oil tankers in a vital Gulf shipping channel, adding he "won't hesitate" to tackle any threats to the kingdom, according to excerpts of an interview published on Sunday. Powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits New Zealand; no tsunami threat There is no tsunami threat to New Zealand after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the uninhabited Kermadec islands northeast of New Zealand Sunday, Civil Defence authorities of the country says. Syria: 7 civilians killed in air strikes by Assad regime At least seven civilians were killed in air strikes by the Syrian government on the northwest province of Idlib on Saturday. Around 15 other suffered injuries in the attacks by President Bashar al-Assad regime. Iran might scale back from nuclear deal commitments Iran on Saturday signalled that it might further scale back from its commitments signed under the nuclear deal unless other signatories show "positive signals". 'Yellow vest' protestors push on for 31st weekend despite waning numbers Hundreds of "yellow vest" protestors gathered at Paris's Place de la Bastille square on Saturday for the 31st round of demonstrations following several weeks of waning turnout, more than six months into the demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron and high living costs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gulf-of-oman-tanker-attacks-un-chief-pushes-for-an-independent-probe-as-iran-rejects-us-blame-227226">Gulf of Oman tanker attacks: Trump dismisses Iran denials, UN chief pushes for an independent probe</a>

US President Donald Trump declared Friday that a mysterious attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman had Iran "written all over it," rejecting Tehran's denial that it had any involvement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-far-better-than-pakistan-will-beat-them-7-out-of-10-times-kapil-dev-227228">India far better than Pakistan, will beat them 7 out of 10 times: Kapil Dev</a>

The "far better" Indian team has a much higher probability of winning against&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;in their forthcoming&nbsp;Cricket World Cup clash, said former India captain Kapil Dev on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-intercepts-five-yemen-rebel-drones-in-new-airport-attack-227225">Saudi Arabia intercepts five Yemen rebel drones in new airport attack</a>

Saudi forces&nbsp;on Friday intercepted five drones launched by Iran-aligned&nbsp;Yemeni rebels, a Riyadh-led military coalition said, in a second assault on an airport in the kingdom's southwest in two days.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-invites-agitating-doctors-to-meet-her-saturday-227227">Mamata Banerjee invites agitating doctors to meet her Saturday</a>

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee&nbsp;Friday&nbsp;asked the striking doctors'&nbsp;to end the impasse in government hospitals and&nbsp;invited them&nbsp;to meet her Saturday evening.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-news-outlets-say-controversial-extradition-bill-may-be-suspended-227232">Hong Kong news outlets say controversial extradition bill may be suspended</a>

Hong Kong media reported on Saturday the city`s government would suspend a proposed law on extradition to mainland China that sparked widespread anger and violent protests, with leader Carrie Lam planning to address reporters later in the day.

Gulf of Oman tanker attacks: Trump dismisses Iran denials, UN chief pushes for an independent probe US President Donald Trump declared Friday that a mysterious attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman had Iran "written all over it," rejecting Tehran's denial that it had any involvement.

Gulf of Oman tanker attacks: Trump dismisses Iran denials, UN chief pushes for an independent probe US President Donald Trump declared Friday that a mysterious attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman had Iran "written all over it," rejecting Tehran's denial that it had any involvement. India far better than Pakistan, will beat them 7 out of 10 times: Kapil Dev The "far better" Indian team has a much higher probability of winning against Pakistan in their forthcoming Cricket World Cup clash, said former India captain Kapil Dev on Friday. Saudi Arabia intercepts five Yemen rebel drones in new airport attack Saudi forces on Friday intercepted five drones launched by Iran-aligned Yemeni rebels, a Riyadh-led military coalition said, in a second assault on an airport in the kingdom's southwest in two days. Mamata Banerjee invites agitating doctors to meet her Saturday West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday asked the striking doctors' to end the impasse in government hospitals and invited them to meet her Saturday evening. Hong Kong news outlets say controversial extradition bill may be suspended Hong Kong media reported on Saturday the city`s government would suspend a proposed law on extradition to mainland China that sparked widespread anger and violent protests, with leader Carrie Lam planning to address reporters later in the day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-back-legitimate-government-chosen-through-democratic-path-india-to-afghan-president-ashraf-ghani-226971">Will back legitimate government chosen through democratic path: PM Modi to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Thursday late evening for a bilateral meet on the sidelines of&nbsp;SCO Summit held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-behind-tanker-attack-in-gulf-of-oman-us-acting-ambassador-jonathan-cohen-226968">Iran behind tanker attack in Gulf of Oman: US acting ambassador Jonathan Cohen</a>

The United States called Thursday for the UN Security Council to confront a "clear threat" posed by Tehran, after Washington said Iran was behind an attack on oil tankers in the&nbsp;Gulf of Oman.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-pak-relations-at-lowest-point-hope-pm-modi-can-use-big-mandate-to-bring-peace-imran-khan-226979">India-Pak relations at lowest point, hope PM Modi can use big mandate to bring peace: Imran Khan</a>

Pakistan's relationship with India is probably at its "lowest point", Prime Minister Imran Khan has said even as he expressed hope that his Indian counterpart&nbsp;Narendra Modi will use&nbsp;his "big mandate" to resolve all differences, including the Kashmir issue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-guilty-to-all-charges-pleads-christchurch-mosque-attacker-in-new-zealand-court-226972">Not guilty to all charges, pleads Christchurch mosque attacker in New Zealand court</a>

The man accused of shooting dead 51 Muslim worshippers in the Christchurch mosque attacks pleaded not guilty Friday to multiple murder and terrorism charges.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-warrior-spokeswoman-sarah-sanders-quits-white-house-226973">Trump's 'warrior' spokeswoman Sarah Sanders quits White House</a>

White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders, a fierce loyalist of President Donald Trump who channelled his combativeness toward the news media, will leave her job at month's end for a possible political future in her home state of Arkansas, Trump said on Thursday.

Will back legitimate government chosen through democratic path: PM Modi to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Thursday late evening for a bilateral meet on the sidelines of SCO Summit held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Will back legitimate government chosen through democratic path: PM Modi to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Thursday late evening for a bilateral meet on the sidelines of SCO Summit held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Iran behind tanker attack in Gulf of Oman: US acting ambassador Jonathan Cohen The United States called Thursday for the UN Security Council to confront a "clear threat" posed by Tehran, after Washington said Iran was behind an attack on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. India-Pak relations at lowest point, hope PM Modi can use big mandate to bring peace: Imran Khan Pakistan's relationship with India is probably at its "lowest point", Prime Minister Imran Khan has said even as he expressed hope that his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi will use his "big mandate" to resolve all differences, including the Kashmir issue. Not guilty to all charges, pleads Christchurch mosque attacker in New Zealand court The man accused of shooting dead 51 Muslim worshippers in the Christchurch mosque attacks pleaded not guilty Friday to multiple murder and terrorism charges. Trump's 'warrior' spokeswoman Sarah Sanders quits White House White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders, a fierce loyalist of President Donald Trump who channelled his combativeness toward the news media, will leave her job at month's end for a possible political future in her home state of Arkansas, Trump said on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eye-on-china-us-government-seeks-more-funding-from-congress-to-bolster-bay-of-bengal-military-security-226703">Eye on China: US government seeks more funding from Congress to bolster Bay of Bengal military security</a>

With an eye on countering increasing Chinese influence in key&nbsp;South Asian countries, the Trump administration has sought $30 million for what it has described as "Bay of Bengal" security initiative to provide foreign military financing to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Maldives.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-defence-budget-unchanged-says-minister-documents-show-45-increase-226697">Pakistan's defence budget 'unchanged', says minister; documents show 4.5% increase</a>

The Pakistan government claimed that its defence budget was kept unchanged at Rs 1,152,535 million&nbsp;for next fiscal (2019-20), but the official documents showed that there was nominal increase of 4.5 per cent in the defence expenditure as compared to the last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-need-to-overcome-mistakes-to-beat-india-says-sarfaraz-after-australia-defeat-226683">We need to overcome mistakes to beat India, says Sarfaraz after Australia defeat</a>

Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed said his side's needs to raise their fielding standards ahead of a crucial World Cup match against arch-rivals India at Old Trafford on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-state-media-blames-hong-kong-protests-on-lawlessness-226680">China state media blames Hong Kong protests on 'lawlessness'</a>

Protests in Hong Kong&nbsp;over planned new extradition laws with China are "hammering" the city`s reputation, with outbreaks of "lawlessness" undermining rule of law, Chinese state media said in editorials published on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modi-hai-to-mumkin-hai-says-pompeo-ahead-of-india-visit-226682">Modi 'hai to mumkin hai', says Pompeo ahead of India visit</a>

Citing the popular election slogan "Modi hai to mumkin hai", US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has sought to take the bilateral relationship with India to the next level and said the Trump and Modi administrations have a "unique opportunity" to make it happen.

Eye on China: US government seeks more funding from Congress to bolster Bay of Bengal military security With an eye on countering increasing Chinese influence in key South Asian countries, the Trump administration has sought $30 million for what it has described as "Bay of Bengal" security initiative to provide foreign military financing to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Maldives.

Eye on China: US government seeks more funding from Congress to bolster Bay of Bengal military security With an eye on countering increasing Chinese influence in key South Asian countries, the Trump administration has sought $30 million for what it has described as "Bay of Bengal" security initiative to provide foreign military financing to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Maldives. Pakistan's defence budget 'unchanged', says minister; documents show 4.5% increase The Pakistan government claimed that its defence budget was kept unchanged at Rs 1,152,535 million for next fiscal (2019-20), but the official documents showed that there was nominal increase of 4.5 per cent in the defence expenditure as compared to the last year. We need to overcome mistakes to beat India, says Sarfaraz after Australia defeat Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed said his side's needs to raise their fielding standards ahead of a crucial World Cup match against arch-rivals India at Old Trafford on Sunday. China state media blames Hong Kong protests on 'lawlessness' Protests in Hong Kong over planned new extradition laws with China are "hammering" the city`s reputation, with outbreaks of "lawlessness" undermining rule of law, Chinese state media said in editorials published on Thursday. Modi 'hai to mumkin hai', says Pompeo ahead of India visit Citing the popular election slogan "Modi hai to mumkin hai", US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has sought to take the bilateral relationship with India to the next level and said the Trump and Modi administrations have a "unique opportunity" to make it happen.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-block-roads-in-hong-kong-in-anti-china-demonstration-against-extradition-bill-226366">Protesters block roads in Hong Kong in anti-China demonstration against extradition bill</a>

Protesters have blocked two main highways in central&nbsp;Hong Kong in ralliesagainst a divisive government plan to allow extraditions to China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/envoy-says-sudan-talks-to-resume-as-strike-suspended-226368">Envoy says Sudan talks to resume as strike suspended</a>

Sudan`s military and&nbsp;opposition groups&nbsp;have agreed to resume talks on the formation of a transitional council, an Ethiopian envoy said on Tuesday, as an opposition alliance said it was suspending its campaign of civil disobedience and strikes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyclone-vayu-thunderstorm-lightning-alert-issued-for-various-districts-of-gujarat-orange-warning-for-goa-226379">Cyclone Vayu: Thunderstorm, lightning alert issued for various districts of Gujarat;'orange' warning for Goa</a>

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued warnings of thunderstorm and lightning accompanied by gusty wind (40-50 kmph) at isolated places in the districts of North Gujarat region including Banaskantha and Sabarkantha for Wednesday and Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/life-imprisonment-for-mumbai-man-who-created-hijack-scare-on-jet-plane-226369">Life imprisonment for Mumbai man who created hijack scare on Jet plane</a>

In the first conviction under the amended anti-hijacking law, a special NIA court Tuesday awarded life term to a Mumbai-based businessman and also imposed a hefty Rs 5 crore fine for triggering a hijack scare on a Jet Airways plane in 2017.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistani-fans-love-cricket-they-wont-boo-steven-smith-captain-sarfaraz-ahmed-226376">Pakistani fans love cricket, they won't boo Steven Smith: Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed</a>

Sarfaraz Ahmed insists Pakistan fans won't boo shamed Australia star&nbsp;Steven Smith during their World Cup&nbsp;match in Taunton on Wednesday. Pakistan fans are expected to make up a large chunk of the crowd in the west country and there are fears they might follow the example of the India supporters who jeered Smith at the Oval on Sunday.

Protesters block roads in Hong Kong in anti-China demonstration against extradition bill Protesters have blocked two main highways in central Hong Kong in ralliesagainst a divisive government plan to allow extraditions to China.

Protesters block roads in Hong Kong in anti-China demonstration against extradition bill Protesters have blocked two main highways in central Hong Kong in ralliesagainst a divisive government plan to allow extraditions to China. Envoy says Sudan talks to resume as strike suspended Sudan`s military and opposition groups have agreed to resume talks on the formation of a transitional council, an Ethiopian envoy said on Tuesday, as an opposition alliance said it was suspending its campaign of civil disobedience and strikes. Cyclone Vayu: Thunderstorm, lightning alert issued for various districts of Gujarat;'orange' warning for Goa The Indian Meteorological Department has issued warnings of thunderstorm and lightning accompanied by gusty wind (40-50 kmph) at isolated places in the districts of North Gujarat region including Banaskantha and Sabarkantha for Wednesday and Thursday. Life imprisonment for Mumbai man who created hijack scare on Jet plane In the first conviction under the amended anti-hijacking law, a special NIA court Tuesday awarded life term to a Mumbai-based businessman and also imposed a hefty Rs 5 crore fine for triggering a hijack scare on a Jet Airways plane in 2017. Pakistani fans love cricket, they won't boo Steven Smith: Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed Sarfaraz Ahmed insists Pakistan fans won't boo shamed Australia star Steven Smith during their World Cup match in Taunton on Wednesday. Pakistan fans are expected to make up a large chunk of the crowd in the west country and there are fears they might follow the example of the India supporters who jeered Smith at the Oval on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modi-reduced-tariffs-on-harley-davidson-motorcycles-by-50-i-said-it-was-still-unacceptable-trump-226103">Modi reduced tariffs on Harley Davidson motorcycles by 50%, I said it was still unacceptable: Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump said that even though&nbsp;India has reduced its import tariff&nbsp;on American motorcycles from 100 per cent to 50 per cent, it is still too high and not acceptable to him.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/amitabh-bachchans-twitter-account-gets-hacked-profile-picture-changed-to-pak-pms-226100">Amitabh Bachchan's Twitter account gets hacked, profile picture changed to Pak PM's</a>

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan's twitter account&nbsp;is the latest star account to fall prey to hackers. The actor's Twitter account was reportedly hacked on Monday night by a Turkish hacker group called Ayyildiz Tim.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/helicopter-pilot-presumed-killed-in-crash-atop-fog-shrouded-manhattan-skyscraper-226099">Helicopter pilot presumed killed in crash atop fog-shrouded Manhattan skyscraper</a>

A helicopter crashed onto the fog-shrouded roof of a midtown Manhattan skyscraper on Monday, killing at least one person and unnerving a city still scarred by memories of September 11, 2001, airplane attacks on the World Trade Center.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-shopian-226106">2 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian</a>

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir Tuesday, police said. Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Awneera area of Shopian in early hours after receiving information about the presence of terrorists there, a police spokesman said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/s-400-row-turkish-pilots-halt-operations-at-us-air-base-in-arizona-226110">S-400 row: Turkish pilots halt operations at US air base in Arizona</a>

Training by Turkish pilots on&nbsp;F-35 fighter jets&nbsp;has come to a faster-than-expected halt at a US air base in Arizona, US officials said on Monday, as the United States winds down Ankara's involvement in the program over Turkey's plans to buy a Russian air defence system.

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Modi reduced tariffs on Harley Davidson motorcycles by 50%, I said it was still unacceptable: Trump US President Donald Trump said that even though India has reduced its import tariff on American motorcycles from 100 per cent to 50 per cent, it is still too high and not acceptable to him.

Modi reduced tariffs on Harley Davidson motorcycles by 50%, I said it was still unacceptable: Trump US President Donald Trump said that even though India has reduced its import tariff on American motorcycles from 100 per cent to 50 per cent, it is still too high and not acceptable to him. Amitabh Bachchan's Twitter account gets hacked, profile picture changed to Pak PM's Superstar Amitabh Bachchan's twitter account is the latest star account to fall prey to hackers. The actor's Twitter account was reportedly hacked on Monday night by a Turkish hacker group called Ayyildiz Tim. Helicopter pilot presumed killed in crash atop fog-shrouded Manhattan skyscraper A helicopter crashed onto the fog-shrouded roof of a midtown Manhattan skyscraper on Monday, killing at least one person and unnerving a city still scarred by memories of September 11, 2001, airplane attacks on the World Trade Center. 2 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir Tuesday, police said. Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Awneera area of Shopian in early hours after receiving information about the presence of terrorists there, a police spokesman said. S-400 row: Turkish pilots halt operations at US air base in Arizona Training by Turkish pilots on F-35 fighter jets has come to a faster-than-expected halt at a US air base in Arizona, US officials said on Monday, as the United States winds down Ankara's involvement in the program over Turkey's plans to buy a Russian air defence system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-is-confident-mexico-will-try-very-hard-to-enforce-new-immigration-deal-225578">Trump says he is confident Mexico will 'try very hard' to enforce new immigration deal</a>

US&nbsp;President Donald Trump on Saturday predicted Mexico would strongly enforce a new deal under which it agreed to expand a controversial asylum program and boost security on its southern border to stem Central American migrants trying to reach the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-is-confident-mexico-will-try-very-hard-to-enforce-new-immigration-deal-225578">Sudan protest group calls nationwide 'civil disobedience'</a>

A key protest group on Saturday announced a nationwide "civil disobedience" campaign in Sudan. The campaign would run until Sudan's ruling generals transfer power to a civilian government, the protest group said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-envoy-in-interview-does-not-rule-out-israeli-annexation-in-west-bank-225577">US envoy, in interview, does not rule out Israeli annexation in West Bank</a>

The US ambassador to Israel did not rule out an&nbsp;Israeli&nbsp;move to annex parts of the occupied West Bank, land that the&nbsp;Palestinians&nbsp;seek for a state, in an interview with the New York Times published on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-business-as-usual-at-mexicos-southern-border-despite-trump-deal-225581">It's business as usual at Mexico's southern border despite Trump deal</a>

On Saturday, at the busiest crossing point along Mexico`s porous southern border with Guatemala, evidence of Mexico`s promised crackdown on waves of new arrivals trying to reach the United States was nowhere to be seen.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-in-sri-lanka-today-will-be-personally-received-by-sri-lankan-counterpart-wickremesinghe-in-colombo-225582">PM Modi in Sri Lanka today, will be personally received by Sri Lankan counterpart Wickremesinghe in Colombo</a>

After a day-long visit to the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a state visit to Sri Lanka on Sunday.&nbsp;The prime minister will be personally received by his Sri Lankan counterpart Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo today.&nbsp;

 
 
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Trump says he is confident Mexico will 'try very hard' to enforce new immigration deal US President Donald Trump on Saturday predicted Mexico would strongly enforce a new deal under which it agreed to expand a controversial asylum program and boost security on its southern border to stem Central American migrants trying to reach the United States.

Trump says he is confident Mexico will 'try very hard' to enforce new immigration deal US President Donald Trump on Saturday predicted Mexico would strongly enforce a new deal under which it agreed to expand a controversial asylum program and boost security on its southern border to stem Central American migrants trying to reach the United States. Sudan protest group calls nationwide 'civil disobedience' A key protest group on Saturday announced a nationwide "civil disobedience" campaign in Sudan. The campaign would run until Sudan's ruling generals transfer power to a civilian government, the protest group said. US envoy, in interview, does not rule out Israeli annexation in West Bank The US ambassador to Israel did not rule out an Israeli move to annex parts of the occupied West Bank, land that the Palestinians seek for a state, in an interview with the New York Times published on Saturday. It's business as usual at Mexico's southern border despite Trump deal On Saturday, at the busiest crossing point along Mexico`s porous southern border with Guatemala, evidence of Mexico`s promised crackdown on waves of new arrivals trying to reach the United States was nowhere to be seen. PM Modi in Sri Lanka today, will be personally received by Sri Lankan counterpart Wickremesinghe in Colombo After a day-long visit to the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a state visit to Sri Lanka on Sunday. The prime minister will be personally received by his Sri Lankan counterpart Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo today.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/100-hours-on-iaf-intensifies-search-for-an-32-amid-adverse-weather-225110">100 hours on, IAF intensifies search for AN-32 amid adverse weather</a>

The&nbsp;Indian Air Force (IAF)&nbsp;has intensified and expanded search operations for the&nbsp;AN-32 aircraft&nbsp;which went missing on June 3, despite extreme weather and an unfavourable terrain posing a challenge.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bodyguards-strict-schedule-and-no-outdoor-activity-this-is-how-george-and-amal-clooney-are-protecting-their-kids-from-isis-225115">Bodyguards, secret schedule &amp; no outdoors; this is how George and Amal Clooney are protecting their kids from IS</a>

George Clooney and wife Amal are under massive pressure as their twin children could next become targets for terrorist organisation IS(Islamic State). As Amal, a high-profile lawyer takes the organisation to court for human rights abuses, the celebrity couple fear for the safety of their children.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/3-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-lassipora-225122">4 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Lassipora</a>

Four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir' Lassipora early Friday morning. The encounter between the terrorists and the forces&nbsp;broke out in the Pulwama district's Lassipora&nbsp;on Thursday evening.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sophisticated-tanker-attacks-likely-the-work-of-a-state-actor-uae-225109">'Sophisticated' tanker attacks likely the work of a state actor: UAE</a>

The United Arab Emirates told United Nations Security Council members on Thursday that&nbsp;attacks on four tankers off its coast&nbsp;on May 12 bore the hallmarks of a "sophisticated and coordinated operation," most likely by a state actor.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/umpiring-decisions-sent-ripples-through-the-dressing-room-brathwaite-after-australia-defeat-225114">Umpiring decisions sent ripples through West Indies dressing room: Brathwaite after Australia defeat</a>

Carlos Brathwaite said the West Indies were on the wrong end of too much poor umpiring following a&nbsp;15-run World Cup defeat&nbsp;by champions Australia as Michael Holding slammed an "atrocious" display by the match officials.&nbsp;

100 hours on, IAF intensifies search for AN-32 amid adverse weather The Indian Air Force (IAF) has intensified and expanded search operations for the AN-32 aircraft which went missing on June 3, despite extreme weather and an unfavourable terrain posing a challenge.

100 hours on, IAF intensifies search for AN-32 amid adverse weather The Indian Air Force (IAF) has intensified and expanded search operations for the AN-32 aircraft which went missing on June 3, despite extreme weather and an unfavourable terrain posing a challenge. Bodyguards, secret schedule & no outdoors; this is how George and Amal Clooney are protecting their kids from IS George Clooney and wife Amal are under massive pressure as their twin children could next become targets for terrorist organisation IS(Islamic State). As Amal, a high-profile lawyer takes the organisation to court for human rights abuses, the celebrity couple fear for the safety of their children. 4 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Lassipora Four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir' Lassipora early Friday morning. The encounter between the terrorists and the forces broke out in the Pulwama district's Lassipora on Thursday evening. 'Sophisticated' tanker attacks likely the work of a state actor: UAE The United Arab Emirates told United Nations Security Council members on Thursday that attacks on four tankers off its coast on May 12 bore the hallmarks of a "sophisticated and coordinated operation," most likely by a state actor. Umpiring decisions sent ripples through West Indies dressing room: Brathwaite after Australia defeat Carlos Brathwaite said the West Indies were on the wrong end of too much poor umpiring following a 15-run World Cup defeat by champions Australia as Michael Holding slammed an "atrocious" display by the match officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-relocates-staff-from-sudan-death-toll-rises-to-108-224799">UN relocates staff from Sudan, death toll rises to 108</a>

The United Nations is moving some of its staff from Sudan, a spokeswoman said Wednesday, as the&nbsp;death toll from a crackdown on protesters soared to more than 100.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/4-bodies-11-tonne-garbage-collected-in-mount-everest-clean-up-operation-224812">4 bodies, 11 tonne garbage picked in Mount Everest clean-up operation</a>

Nepali climbers have retrieved four bodies and collected some&nbsp;11 tonnes of decades-old garbage&nbsp;from Mount Everest and its approach below the base camp as part of a drive to clean up the world's highest mountain, the government said on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/global-terrorist-hafiz-saeed-not-allowed-to-lead-eid-prayers-at-his-favourite-venue-in-lahore-224810">Global terrorist Hafiz Saeed not allowed to lead Eid prayers at his 'favourite' venue in Lahore</a>

For the first time in years, Mumbai attack mastermind and Jammat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief&nbsp;Hafiz Saeed&nbsp;was not allowed by the government on Wednesday to lead Eid-ul-Fitr prayers at his favourite venue Qaddafi Stadium here, an official said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailands-parliament-elects-coup-leader-prayut-chan-ocha-as-prime-minister-224805">Thailand's Parliament elects coup leader Prayut Chan-ocha as prime minister</a>

Thailand's junta chief Prayut Chan-ocha&nbsp;was elected late on Wednesday as the kingdom's first civilian prime minister since the 2014 coup he led, in a vote by a parliament stacked with appointed allies of the&nbsp;conservative, arch-royalist army.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/danish-centre-left-opposition-wins-election-on-welfare-pledges-224808">Danish centre-left opposition wins election on welfare pledges</a>

Denmark appeared set to become the third Nordic country in a year to form a leftist government as voters in Wednesday`s&nbsp;parliamentary election&nbsp;rebelled against austerity measures and dealt a blow to right-wing nationalists.

UN relocates staff from Sudan, death toll rises to 108 The United Nations is moving some of its staff from Sudan, a spokeswoman said Wednesday, as the death toll from a crackdown on protesters soared to more than 100.

UN relocates staff from Sudan, death toll rises to 108 The United Nations is moving some of its staff from Sudan, a spokeswoman said Wednesday, as the death toll from a crackdown on protesters soared to more than 100. 4 bodies, 11 tonne garbage picked in Mount Everest clean-up operation Nepali climbers have retrieved four bodies and collected some 11 tonnes of decades-old garbage from Mount Everest and its approach below the base camp as part of a drive to clean up the world's highest mountain, the government said on Wednesday. Global terrorist Hafiz Saeed not allowed to lead Eid prayers at his 'favourite' venue in Lahore For the first time in years, Mumbai attack mastermind and Jammat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed was not allowed by the government on Wednesday to lead Eid-ul-Fitr prayers at his favourite venue Qaddafi Stadium here, an official said. Thailand's Parliament elects coup leader Prayut Chan-ocha as prime minister Thailand's junta chief Prayut Chan-ocha was elected late on Wednesday as the kingdom's first civilian prime minister since the 2014 coup he led, in a vote by a parliament stacked with appointed allies of the conservative, arch-royalist army. Danish centre-left opposition wins election on welfare pledges Denmark appeared set to become the third Nordic country in a year to form a leftist government as voters in Wednesday`s parliamentary election rebelled against austerity measures and dealt a blow to right-wing nationalists.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-take-unprecedented-action-to-ensure-supply-of-rare-earths-critical-to-tech-military-us-224397">Will take unprecedented action to ensure supply of rare earths critical to tech, military: US</a>

The United States will take "unprecedented actions" to ensure the supply of strategic minerals and rare earth critical to the tech sector and the military, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-pm-imran-khan-announces-militarys-voluntary-cut-in-defence-expenditure-amid-financial-crisis-224402">Pak PM Imran Khan announces military's 'voluntary cut' in defence expenditure amid financial crisis</a>

Pakistan PM Imran Khan announced today that the country's military has decided on "unprecedented voluntary initiative of stringent cuts in its defence expenditures" due to the critical financial situation prevailing in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-2019-virat-kohlis-india-begins-campaign-against-stunned-south-africa-224406">World Cup 2019: Virat Kohli's India begins campaign against 'stunned' South Africa</a>

Virat Kohli-led Team India will start their 2019 World Cup campaign against South Africa today at Southampton. &nbsp;All the participating teams have played at least one match in the ongoing edition and now the 'Men in Blue' will begin their quest to win the World Cup for the third time.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-may-limit-access-to-everest-after-mountaineering-deaths-224409">Nepal may limit access to Everest after mountaineering deaths</a>

Eleven people died during the climbing season that ended this week, as record numbers lined the route to the summit. Although overcrowding was blamed for at least four deaths, many say inexperience is a bigger killer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/huawei-willing-to-sign-no-spy-agreement-with-us-government-chairman-224403">Huawei willing to sign 'no-spy agreement' with US government: Chairman Liang Hua</a>

In response to years of allegations by the United States and its allies that Huawei`s products could be accessed by Chinese Intelligence Agencies for spying, the company said on Tuesday that it is willing to sign a "no-spy agreement" with the US government if the opportunity opens up.

Will take unprecedented action to ensure supply of rare earths critical to tech, military: US The United States will take "unprecedented actions" to ensure the supply of strategic minerals and rare earth critical to the tech sector and the military, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Tuesday.

Will take unprecedented action to ensure supply of rare earths critical to tech, military: US The United States will take "unprecedented actions" to ensure the supply of strategic minerals and rare earth critical to the tech sector and the military, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Tuesday. Pak PM Imran Khan announces military's 'voluntary cut' in defence expenditure amid financial crisis Pakistan PM Imran Khan announced today that the country's military has decided on "unprecedented voluntary initiative of stringent cuts in its defence expenditures" due to the critical financial situation prevailing in the country. World Cup 2019: Virat Kohli's India begins campaign against 'stunned' South Africa Virat Kohli-led Team India will start their 2019 World Cup campaign against South Africa today at Southampton. All the participating teams have played at least one match in the ongoing edition and now the 'Men in Blue' will begin their quest to win the World Cup for the third time. Nepal may limit access to Everest after mountaineering deaths Eleven people died during the climbing season that ended this week, as record numbers lined the route to the summit. Although overcrowding was blamed for at least four deaths, many say inexperience is a bigger killer. Huawei willing to sign 'no-spy agreement' with US government: Chairman Liang Hua In response to years of allegations by the United States and its allies that Huawei`s products could be accessed by Chinese Intelligence Agencies for spying, the company said on Tuesday that it is willing to sign a "no-spy agreement" with the US government if the opportunity opens up.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-uk-to-walk-away-if-eu-does-not-give-what-it-wants-in-brexit-report-223648">Trump tells UK to 'walk away' if EU does not give what it wants in Brexit: Report</a>

US President Donald Trump&nbsp;said Britain should refuse to pay its 39 billion pound EU divorce bill and "walk away" from<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-mps-vote-against-all-alternative-brexit-options-206122">&nbsp;Brexit&nbsp;</a>talks if Brussels does not give the UK what it wants.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-prepared-to-engage-with-iran-without-pre-conditions-pompeo-223645">US prepared to engage with Iran without pre-conditions: Pompeo</a>

The United States was prepared to engage with Iran without pre-conditions about its nuclear program but needed to see the country behaving like "a normal nation", US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-three-blasts-hit-kabul-killing-one-and-injuring-17-223589">Afghanistan: Three blasts hit Kabul, killing one and injuring 17</a>

One person was killed and 17 others wounded Sunday in three successive blasts in Kabul, Afghan officials said, capping a murderous week of mayhem across the city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-defence-minister-says-tiananmen-crackdown-was-justified-223616">Chinese defence minister says Tiananmen crackdown was justified</a>

Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe said on Sunday that the bloody crackdown on protesters around Beijing`s Tiananmen Square 30 years ago was the "correct" decision, citing the country`s "stability" since then.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-lodges-protest-against-harassment-of-guests-at-high-commissions-iftar-party-by-pakistan-agencies-in-islamabad-223652">India lodges protest against harassment of guests at high commission's Iftar party by Pakistan agencies in Islamabad</a>

India has strongly protested against the harassment of guests invited for the Iftar organised by Indian high commission at a hotel in Islamabad and has asked the Pakistani government to investigate the "ugly" incident.

Trump tells UK to 'walk away' if EU does not give what it wants in Brexit: Report US President Donald Trump said Britain should refuse to pay its 39 billion pound EU divorce bill and "walk away" from Brexit talks if Brussels does not give the UK what it wants.

Trump tells UK to 'walk away' if EU does not give what it wants in Brexit: Report US President Donald Trump said Britain should refuse to pay its 39 billion pound EU divorce bill and "walk away" from Brexit talks if Brussels does not give the UK what it wants. US prepared to engage with Iran without pre-conditions: Pompeo The United States was prepared to engage with Iran without pre-conditions about its nuclear program but needed to see the country behaving like "a normal nation", US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Sunday. Afghanistan: Three blasts hit Kabul, killing one and injuring 17 One person was killed and 17 others wounded Sunday in three successive blasts in Kabul, Afghan officials said, capping a murderous week of mayhem across the city. Chinese defence minister says Tiananmen crackdown was justified Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe said on Sunday that the bloody crackdown on protesters around Beijing`s Tiananmen Square 30 years ago was the "correct" decision, citing the country`s "stability" since then. India lodges protest against harassment of guests at high commission's Iftar party by Pakistan agencies in Islamabad India has strongly protested against the harassment of guests invited for the Iftar organised by Indian high commission at a hotel in Islamabad and has asked the Pakistani government to investigate the "ugly" incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-people-missing-after-blasts-at-russian-military-plant-22-injured-223432">Two people missing after blasts at Russian military plant, 22 injured</a>

At least two people were missing on Saturday after blasts at the explosives plant Kristall in the central Russian town of Dzerzhinsk, Interfax and RIA news agencies reported. Some 22 people were injured, Interfax news agency reported citing a source. An official at the local health ministry said earlier that most of the injured have fragment wounds.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/bjp-will-have-no-walkover-in-parliament-rahul-gandhi-223399">BJP will have no walkover in Parliament: Rahul Gandhi</a>

Asserting that the 52 newly-elected Congress MPs will work like "a pride of brave-hearted lions", Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said that his party will continue to work "fearlessly" and that the BJP cannot have a "walk over" in parliament.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/wont-stake-claim-in-lok-sabha-for-leader-of-opposition-congress-223378">Won't stake claim in Lok Sabha for Leader of Opposition: Congress</a>

The Congress party on Saturday said that it will not stake a claim for the post of the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha as it is falling short of two seats and is not able to reach the required number of 54.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-eyes-steps-to-cut-immigrant-flows-to-us-border-official-223382">Mexico eyes steps to cut immigrant flows to US border: Official</a>

Mexico wants to sharpen existing measures in its bid to narrow a flood of Central American migrants to the US border, a top Mexican official said on Friday, ahead of planned meetings in Washington over tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-chinese-defence-chiefs-discuss-sanctions-enforcement-on-north-korea-223376">US, Chinese defence chiefs discuss sanctions enforcement on North Korea</a>

Patrick Shanahan, the acting US Defence Secretary, and Wei Fenghe, the Chinese Defence Minister, discussed ways to better enforce UN sanctions on North Korea during a "constructive and productive" meeting held on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum here on Friday.

Two people missing after blasts at Russian military plant, 22 injured At least two people were missing on Saturday after blasts at the explosives plant Kristall in the central Russian town of Dzerzhinsk, Interfax and RIA news agencies reported.

Two people missing after blasts at Russian military plant, 22 injured At least two people were missing on Saturday after blasts at the explosives plant Kristall in the central Russian town of Dzerzhinsk, Interfax and RIA news agencies reported. Some 22 people were injured, Interfax news agency reported citing a source. An official at the local health ministry said earlier that most of the injured have fragment wounds. BJP will have no walkover in Parliament: Rahul Gandhi Asserting that the 52 newly-elected Congress MPs will work like "a pride of brave-hearted lions", Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said that his party will continue to work "fearlessly" and that the BJP cannot have a "walk over" in parliament. Won't stake claim in Lok Sabha for Leader of Opposition: Congress The Congress party on Saturday said that it will not stake a claim for the post of the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha as it is falling short of two seats and is not able to reach the required number of 54. Mexico eyes steps to cut immigrant flows to US border: Official Mexico wants to sharpen existing measures in its bid to narrow a flood of Central American migrants to the US border, a top Mexican official said on Friday, ahead of planned meetings in Washington over tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump. US, Chinese defence chiefs discuss sanctions enforcement on North Korea Patrick Shanahan, the acting US Defence Secretary, and Wei Fenghe, the Chinese Defence Minister, discussed ways to better enforce UN sanctions on North Korea during a "constructive and productive" meeting held on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum here on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-unintentionally-killed-1300-civilians-in-air-strikes-on-islamic-state-us-led-coalition-223226">We unintentionally killed 1,300 civilians in air strikes on Islamic State: US-led coalition</a>

The US-led coalition said Friday it had unintentionally killed more than 1,300 civilians in air strikes during its&nbsp;fight against the Islamic State group&nbsp;in Iraq and Syria since 2014.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indias-gdp-grew-58-in-march-quarter-of-2018-19-annual-gdp-at-5-year-low-223231">India's GDP growth rate slows to 5.8% in Jan-March quarter, slowest in two years</a>

India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the January-March quarter of 2018-19 slipped to 5.8 per cent&nbsp;against 6.6% in the third quarter, due to poor performance in agriculture and manufacturing sectors, official data released by Central Statistics Office showed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/cabinet-20-most-ministers-retain-earlier-ministries-check-complete-list-223154">Cabinet 2.0: Most ministers retain earlier ministries; check complete list</a>

President Ram Nath Kovind as exhorted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday coordinated the&nbsp;assignment of portfolios&nbsp;among members from the Union Council of Ministers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-hopes-canada-understands-consequences-of-siding-with-us-223210">Huawei case: We hope that Canada understands consequences of siding with US, says China</a>

China&nbsp;hopes&nbsp;Canada&nbsp;understands&nbsp;the&nbsp;consequences&nbsp;of&nbsp;siding&nbsp;with the United States and doing its bidding,&nbsp;China's foreign ministry said on Friday after US&nbsp;Vice President Mike Pence called for the release of two&nbsp;Canadians detained in&nbsp;China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/america-first-is-a-fallacy-mexicos-president-responds-to-trump-tariff-223192">'America First is a fallacy,' Mexico's president responds to Trump tariff</a>

"America&nbsp;First&nbsp;is a fallacy,"&nbsp;Mexican&nbsp;President&nbsp;Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador&nbsp;told US&nbsp;President&nbsp;Donald&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;in a letter on Thursday, responding to a White House announced it was imposing a&nbsp;blanket 5%&nbsp;tariff&nbsp;on all goods from Mexicofrom June 10.

We unintentionally killed 1,300 civilians in air strikes on Islamic State: US-led coalition The US-led coalition said Friday it had unintentionally killed more than 1,300 civilians in air strikes during its fight against the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria since 2014.

We unintentionally killed 1,300 civilians in air strikes on Islamic State: US-led coalition The US-led coalition said Friday it had unintentionally killed more than 1,300 civilians in air strikes during its fight against the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria since 2014. India's GDP growth rate slows to 5.8% in Jan-March quarter, slowest in two years India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the January-March quarter of 2018-19 slipped to 5.8 per cent against 6.6% in the third quarter, due to poor performance in agriculture and manufacturing sectors, official data released by Central Statistics Office showed. Cabinet 2.0: Most ministers retain earlier ministries; check complete list President Ram Nath Kovind as exhorted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday coordinated the assignment of portfolios among members from the Union Council of Ministers. Huawei case: We hope that Canada understands consequences of siding with US, says China China hopes Canada understands the consequences of siding with the United States and doing its bidding, China's foreign ministry said on Friday after US Vice President Mike Pence called for the release of two Canadians detained in China. 'America First is a fallacy,' Mexico's president responds to Trump tariff "America First is a fallacy," Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador told US President Donald Trump in a letter on Thursday, responding to a White House announced it was imposing a blanket 5% tariff on all goods from Mexicofrom June 10.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-north-korea-program-violates-un-resolutions-after-trump-tweet-222373">US says North Korea program violates UN resolutions, after Trump tweet</a>

The US State Department said Tuesday that&nbsp;North Korea's overall program of weapons of mass destruction violated UN resolutions after President Donald Trump brushed off recent missile launches.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/newly-freed-from-prison-in-myanmar-two-reuters-journalists-accept-their-pulitzer-prize-222389">Newly freed from prison in Myanmar, two Reuters journalists accept their Pulitzer Prize</a>

Reuters journalists Wa Lone, Kyaw Soe Oo and their colleagues accepted their Pulitzer Prize in the International Reporting category in New York on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/johnson-johnsons-greed-helped-fuel-us-opioid-crisis-oklahoma-claims-at-trial-222378">Johnson &amp; Johnson's greed helped fuel US opioid crisis, Oklahoma claims at trial</a>

Johnson &amp; Johnson's greed led the drugmaker to use deceptive marketing to create an oversupply of painkillers that fuelled the US opioid epidemic, the state of Oklahoma alleged at the start of the first trial to result from lawsuits over the drug crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-opens-probe-into-sexual-favour-allegations-222376">Afghanistan opens probe into sexual favour allegations</a>

Afghanistan's attorney general opened an investigation Tuesday into allegations that some members of President Ashraf Ghani's administration are trading government positions for sexual favours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-ready-to-talk-to-gulf-countries-amid-tension-with-us-222385">Iran ready to talk to Gulf countries amid tension with US</a>

Iran is ready to engage in a dialogue with the Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to address the issue of escalating tensions with the United States in the Arabian Gulf, authorities said on Tuesday.

US says North Korea program violates UN resolutions, after Trump tweet The US State Department said Tuesday that North Korea's overall program of weapons of mass destruction violated UN resolutions after President Donald Trump brushed off recent missile launches.

US says North Korea program violates UN resolutions, after Trump tweet The US State Department said Tuesday that North Korea's overall program of weapons of mass destruction violated UN resolutions after President Donald Trump brushed off recent missile launches. Newly freed from prison in Myanmar, two Reuters journalists accept their Pulitzer Prize Reuters journalists Wa Lone, Kyaw Soe Oo and their colleagues accepted their Pulitzer Prize in the International Reporting category in New York on Tuesday. Johnson & Johnson's greed helped fuel US opioid crisis, Oklahoma claims at trial Johnson & Johnson's greed led the drugmaker to use deceptive marketing to create an oversupply of painkillers that fuelled the US opioid epidemic, the state of Oklahoma alleged at the start of the first trial to result from lawsuits over the drug crisis. Afghanistan opens probe into sexual favour allegations Afghanistan's attorney general opened an investigation Tuesday into allegations that some members of President Ashraf Ghani's administration are trading government positions for sexual favours. Iran ready to talk to Gulf countries amid tension with US Iran is ready to engage in a dialogue with the Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to address the issue of escalating tensions with the United States in the Arabian Gulf, authorities said on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/nda-lawmakers-meet-in-delhi-to-formally-elect-narendra-modi-as-prime-minister-221557">Modi unanimously elected leader of NDA coalition, to stake claim to form government today</a>

The parliamentary board of the&nbsp;BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA)&nbsp;unanimously elected Prime Minister Narendra Modi as leader of NDA coalition&nbsp;at a meeting in Parliament's Central Hall in New Delhi&nbsp;on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-troop-boost-threat-to-international-peace-iran-foreign-minister-mohammad-javad-zarif-221514">US troop boost 'threat to international peace': Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif</a>

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Saturday a US decision to deploy 1,500 additional troops to the Middle East is a "threat to international peace," state media reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/what-happened-at-the-cwc-meeting-the-inside-story-221561">What happened at the CWC meeting: The inside story</a>

At the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on Saturday, party president&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi offered to resign&nbsp;in the wake of&nbsp;humiliating defeat&nbsp;at the hands of the BJP in Lok Sabha elections. The proposal was, however, rejected but not without drama.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-warns-against-war-in-region-amid-iran-tensions-with-us-saudi-221530">Pakistan PM Imran Khan warns against war in region amid Iran tensions with US, Saudi</a>

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan warned against the risk of conflict in the region, following a visit to Islamabad by Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/sexual-favours-charge-hits-afghan-government-221580">'Sexual favours' charge hits Afghan government</a>

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Modi unanimously elected leader of NDA coalition, to stake claim to form government today The parliamentary board of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) unanimously elected Prime Minister Narendra Modi as leader of NDA coalition at a meeting in Parliament's Central Hall in New Delhi on Saturday.

Modi unanimously elected leader of NDA coalition, to stake claim to form government today The parliamentary board of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) unanimously elected Prime Minister Narendra Modi as leader of NDA coalition at a meeting in Parliament's Central Hall in New Delhi on Saturday. US troop boost 'threat to international peace': Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Saturday a US decision to deploy 1,500 additional troops to the Middle East is a "threat to international peace," state media reported. What happened at the CWC meeting: The inside story At the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on Saturday, party president Rahul Gandhi offered to resign in the wake of humiliating defeat at the hands of the BJP in Lok Sabha elections. The proposal was, however, rejected but not without drama. Pakistan PM Imran Khan warns against war in region amid Iran tensions with US, Saudi Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan warned against the risk of conflict in the region, following a visit to Islamabad by Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated. 'Sexual favours' charge hits Afghan government

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