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As India launches Chandrayaan-3, there has been an extreme flood alert in the national capital Delhi. Last night, the river Yamuna reached an all-time high of 208.6 metres. Water has now started to recede, but several key areas of Delhi remain flooded. Why is this happening? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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BBC Director-General Tim Davie is set to face questioning in UK Parliament regarding the corporation's leadership following the recent controversy surrounding newsreader Huw Edwards.

Davie, along with acting chairwoman Dame Elan Closs Stephens and policy director Clare Sumner, will appear before the Lords Communications Committee on Tuesday to address concerns about the BBC's governance arrangements and how it is addressing them.

<h2>The Edwards controversy</h2>

In response to the allegations that a high-profile presenter, later identified as Edwards, paid a young person for explicit images, Davie has already ordered a review to "assess how some complaints are red flagged up in the organisation".

The Metropolitan Police has stated that no criminal offence has been committed by Edwards, allowing the internal BBC investigation to continue.

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-huw-edwards-bbc-presenter-at-centre-of-sex-photo-controversy-614887">Who is Huw Edwards, BBC presenter at centre of sex photo controversy?</a>

Edwards, the highest-paid newsreader at the BBC, has not resigned from the corporation.

The Sun, the publication that first reported the allegations, has also confirmed that it has no plans to publish further claims and will cooperate with the BBC's internal investigation process.

Tim Davie, in a note to staff, emphasised the importance of continuing the internal investigation while following due process. He added: "immediate concern is our duty of care to all involved." The BBC is currently conducting fact-finding investigations into the allegations against Edwards, reports The Independent.

<h2>New harassment claims come to light</h2>

The recent controversy, as per The Independent, has prompted new claims from one current and one former BBC worker who reported receiving inappropriate messages from Edwards.

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/disgraced-bbc-presenter-huw-edwards-accused-of-sending-flirtatious-messages-to-colleagues-615166">Disgraced BBC presenter Huw Edwards accused of sending 'flirtatious' messages to colleagues</a>

On Wednesday, BBC Newsnight reported that both persons said there was "a reluctance among junior staff to complain to managers about the conduct of high-profile colleagues in case it adversely affected their careers."

<h2>Mental health problems</h2>

Edwards, as per his wife is suffering from serious mental health issues and receiving in-patient hospital care.

Talking to ITV's Good Morning Britain, a long-time colleague of Edwards, Jon Sopel, has revealed that Edwards is "very angry" about the coverage of the story.

He revealed that "He (Edwards) was very angry, I think felt very let down by what happened in The Sun, furious with their coverage, not overly impressed with the BBC’s coverage either."

"If there’s no question of illegality, there’s no question of sexual assault and things might change, but, as things stand now, there’s been no illegality, there’s been no abuse of power, as far as I can see. Therefore, what is it to do with anybody?" he added.

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BBC Director-General Tim Davie is set to face questioning in UK Parliament regarding the corporation's leadership following the recent controversy surrounding newsreader Huw Edwards. Davie, along with acting chairwoman Dame Elan Closs Stephens and policy director Clare Sumner, will appear before the Lords Communications Committee on Tuesday to address concerns about the BBC's governance arrangements and how it is addressing them. The Edwards controversy In response to the allegations that a high-profile presenter, later identified as Edwards, paid a young person for explicit images, Davie has already ordered a review to "assess how some complaints are red flagged up in the organisation". The Metropolitan Police has stated that no criminal offence has been committed by Edwards, allowing the internal BBC investigation to continue. Also read | Who is Huw Edwards, BBC presenter at centre of sex photo controversy? Edwards, the highest-paid newsreader at the BBC, has not resigned from the corporation. The Sun, the publication that first reported the allegations, has also confirmed that it has no plans to publish further claims and will cooperate with the BBC's internal investigation process. Tim Davie, in a note to staff, emphasised the importance of continuing the internal investigation while following due process. He added: "immediate concern is our duty of care to all involved." The BBC is currently conducting fact-finding investigations into the allegations against Edwards, reports The Independent. New harassment claims come to light The recent controversy, as per The Independent, has prompted new claims from one current and one former BBC worker who reported receiving inappropriate messages from Edwards. Also read | Disgraced BBC presenter Huw Edwards accused of sending 'flirtatious' messages to colleagues On Wednesday, BBC Newsnight reported that both persons said there was "a reluctance among junior staff to complain to managers about the conduct of high-profile colleagues in case it adversely affected their careers." Mental health problems Edwards, as per his wife is suffering from serious mental health issues and receiving in-patient hospital care. Talking to ITV's Good Morning Britain, a long-time colleague of Edwards, Jon Sopel, has revealed that Edwards is "very angry" about the coverage of the story. He revealed that "He (Edwards) was very angry, I think felt very let down by what happened in The Sun, furious with their coverage, not overly impressed with the BBC’s coverage either." "If there’s no question of illegality, there’s no question of sexual assault and things might change, but, as things stand now, there’s been no illegality, there’s been no abuse of power, as far as I can see. Therefore, what is it to do with anybody?" he added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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US President Joe Biden's administration will move ahead with the transfer of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey in consultation with Congress, national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Tuesday, a day after Ankara gave the green light for Sweden to join NATO.

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According to Reuters, the Chinese automotive giant Build Your Dreams (BYD) has made a $1 billion investment proposal to produce electric vehicles and batteries in India in collaboration with a local manufacturing firm.

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As the turmoil in Ukraine looms over the future of the continent, President Joe Biden concluded his European tour in Finland, where he met with NATO's newest member and other Nordic officials. President Joe Biden visited Finland's capital to reassure NATO's newest member of the alliance's commitment and to reassure European allies that a change in U.S. administration would not threaten the continent.

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At the much anticipated NATO summit, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday secured further Western pledges of weaponry and ammunition to combat Russia's incursion in addition to longer-term security obligations. The G7 committed in a unified statement that they would reach deals to support Ukraine's military in the long run.

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Despite a slight decrease in water levels of&nbsp;the Yamuna River, the Indian capital continues to face a flood-like situation.

According to the Delhi Flood Control Department, the water level of the Yamuna was recorded at 208.44 metres at the Old Railway Bridge at 7 am today against 208.66 metres, the highest ever recorded earlier, leading&nbsp;to severe waterlogging, Outlook India reported.&nbsp;

The India Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in Delhi for the coming 4-5 days.&nbsp;

It has been reported that some 23,692 people were evacuated on Thursday from the adjacent areas of Yamuna. The overflow has caused&nbsp;roads to turn&nbsp;into rivers and gushed into homes and shelters.&nbsp;

Kashmiri Gate, Rajghat submerged

On Friday, visuals showed Delhi's Rajghat, ITO, Kashmere Gate, and other prominent roads submerged in water, causing problems for residents. This comes as several areas, including the secretariat houses of the chief minister and his cabinet colleagues, were also flooded on Thursday.&nbsp;

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Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal directed the immediate dispatch of reinforcements on site. The entry of heavy vehicles such as trucks has been banned for now.&nbsp;

Delhi authorities said that there could be drinking water issues in some areas of the capital as the government decided to cut down supply by 25 per cent following the closure of three water treatment plants in Wazirabad, Chandrawal, and Okhla due to the rising level of the Yamuna. Some parts of the city could also see power cuts.&nbsp;

PM Modi took stock of the 'flood-like situation'

In a bid to take stock of the situation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently in France, had&nbsp;a telephone conversation with Home Minister Amit Shah. In a tweet, the home minister's office said, "PM @narendramodi Ji spoke to Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah over the flood-like situation in parts of Delhi because of the rising water level of the Yamuna River.

Shah briefed him that the water level is likely to recede in the next 24 hours and is keeping a close watch on the situation along with the LG Delhi.

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Despite a slight decrease in water levels of the Yamuna River, the Indian capital continues to face a flood-like situation. According to the Delhi Flood Control Department, the water level of the Yamuna was recorded at 208.44 metres at the Old Railway Bridge at 7 am today against 208.66 metres, the highest ever recorded earlier, leading to severe waterlogging, Outlook India reported. The India Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in Delhi for the coming 4-5 days. It has been reported that some 23,692 people were evacuated on Thursday from the adjacent areas of Yamuna. The overflow has caused roads to turn into rivers and gushed into homes and shelters. Kashmiri Gate, Rajghat submerged On Friday, visuals showed Delhi's Rajghat, ITO, Kashmere Gate, and other prominent roads submerged in water, causing problems for residents. This comes as several areas, including the secretariat houses of the chief minister and his cabinet colleagues, were also flooded on Thursday. #WATCH Flood situation in Delhi | Heavy rainfall & increase in Yamuna river's water level triggers waterlogging in parts of Delhi; visuals from near Supreme Court. pic.twitter.com/45SViam4lQ — ANI (@ANI) July 14, 2023 × Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal directed the immediate dispatch of reinforcements on site. The entry of heavy vehicles such as trucks has been banned for now. Delhi authorities said that there could be drinking water issues in some areas of the capital as the government decided to cut down supply by 25 per cent following the closure of three water treatment plants in Wazirabad, Chandrawal, and Okhla due to the rising level of the Yamuna. Some parts of the city could also see power cuts. PM Modi took stock of the 'flood-like situation' In a bid to take stock of the situation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently in France, had a telephone conversation with Home Minister Amit Shah. In a tweet, the home minister's office said, "PM @narendramodi Ji spoke to Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah over the flood-like situation in parts of Delhi because of the rising water level of the Yamuna River. Shah briefed him that the water level is likely to recede in the next 24 hours and is keeping a close watch on the situation along with the LG Delhi. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The US Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into open AI, the creators of ChatGPTs or practises related to the AI-driven chat box. The FTC sent a 20-page request for recordings last week, inquiring how open AI is addressing risks related to its AI models. A separate investigation into whether the company is acting unfairly or deceptively is also ongoing. The investigation is based on claims that the makers have violated data protection laws, endangering personal reputations and data. Whether open AI is doing enough to allay worries about its safety is one of the key questions being investigated.

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Caused by a coronavirus strain, Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) has claimed the lives of 300,000 cats in Cyprus since January, according to animal advocates who are pleading the government take effective measures in order to curb the epidemic that struck the island, whose history is intrinsically linked to that of felines.

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Russia on Tuesday signaled the demise of a long-running United Nations humanitarian operation in Turkey delivering aid to 4 million people in rebel-held northwest Syria after it vetoed a nine-month authorization renewal at the U.N. Security Council. Russia then failed in its own bid for a six-month extension of the operation, which has been delivering aid including food, medicine and shelter since 2014. The Security Council approval for the aid deliveries expired on Monday.

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Ending rumours that his administration was looking to extend its term and bringing the country one step closer to general elections, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that he will transfer power to a caretaker government in August. In a speech to the country that was broadcast on Thursday, he added, "We will turn the responsibility over to the caretaker government in August 2023."

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The Punjab Regiment of the Indian Army marched down the Champs-Élysées during the Bastille Day parade in Paris, France. Captain Aman Jagtap leads the contingent.

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Chandrayaan-3 Launch Live Update:&nbsp;India's&nbsp;third lunar moon mission, Chandrayaan-3 was successfully launched on July 14 at 2:35 pm IST. The rocket launched from&nbsp;the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh has&nbsp;reached the precise orbit and started its journey towards the moon. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to put the&nbsp;lander Vikram and a rover on the moon's South Pole.&nbsp;

The moon mission worth Rs 650 crore ($82 million) is expected to touch down the lunar surface on August 23 at 5:47 pm IST, the Times of India reported citing two anonymous sources.&nbsp;

<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/chandrayaan-3-launch-india-all-set-to-take-giant-leap-in-space-615331">Click here to get all live updates:&nbsp;LIVE Chandrayaan-3 launch: India all set to take a giant leap in space exploration</a></h2>

If the lander Vikram successfully manages to soft-land on the moon, then India will be the fourth country to achieve the feat after the US, China and Russia.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's everything you need to know about Chandrayaan-3&nbsp;launch:</h2>

Launch Date: July 14, 2023

Time: 2:30 pm IST

Place: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh

Expected Landing Date: August 23, 2023

Expected Landing Time: 5:47 pm IST

People watched the Chandrayaan-3 launch&nbsp;from Satish Dhawan Space Centre’s Launch View Gallery on the ISRO's official YouTube channel and&nbsp;Doordarshan.&nbsp;

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<h2>Chandrayaan-3 Objectives:&nbsp;</h2>

The first objective of Chandrayaan-3 is to demonstrate a safe and soft landing on the moon.&nbsp;

To demonstrate "rover operations" on the lunar surface.&nbsp;

The final objective is to conduct in-situ scientific experiments on the moon.&nbsp;

<h2>Chandrayaan-3 specifics:</h2>

The largest and heaviest LVM3 rocket, called "fatboy" by ISRO launched Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft into a Geo Transfer Orbit. The mission is a successor to Chandrayaan-2. However, unlike its predecessors, the Chandrayaan-3 has a composite of three modules- Propulsion, lander and rover.&nbsp;

The spacecraft weighed&nbsp;3,900 kg, out of which propulsion weighs&nbsp;2,148 kg, while the lander including the rover weigh 1,752 kg. Click to read more about the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/business-economy/lvm3-all-about-chandrayaan3-launch-vehicle-1688631723114">Chandrayaan-3 vehicle</a>

Learning lessons from the soft land of 2019, the team has made several provisions to this mission, and ISRO has added a 'desi element' to it. Unlike Chandrayaan-2, a senior scientist said this time the landing will be tracked by ISRO's own team in Bengaluru. However, the spacecraft separation will be captured by stations in Bruei and Biak.&nbsp;

<h2>How is Chandrayaan-3 different this time?</h2>

After a failed attempt in 2019, the ISRO team has made several changes to the lander.

Vikram this time will have stronger legs enabling it to withstand landing at greater velocities.&nbsp;

Other changes include increasing the velocity tolerance level and adding new sensors to measure velocity and changes to the solar panels.&nbsp;

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Chandrayaan-3 Launch Live Update: India's third lunar moon mission, Chandrayaan-3 was successfully launched on July 14 at 2:35 pm IST. The rocket launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh has reached the precise orbit and started its journey towards the moon.

Chandrayaan-3 Launch Live Update: India's third lunar moon mission, Chandrayaan-3 was successfully launched on July 14 at 2:35 pm IST. The rocket launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh has reached the precise orbit and started its journey towards the moon. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to put the lander Vikram and a rover on the moon's South Pole. The moon mission worth Rs 650 crore ($82 million) is expected to touch down the lunar surface on August 23 at 5:47 pm IST, the Times of India reported citing two anonymous sources. Click here to get all live updates: LIVE Chandrayaan-3 launch: India all set to take a giant leap in space exploration If the lander Vikram successfully manages to soft-land on the moon, then India will be the fourth country to achieve the feat after the US, China and Russia. Here's everything you need to know about Chandrayaan-3 launch: Launch Date: July 14, 2023 Time: 2:30 pm IST Place: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh Expected Landing Date: August 23, 2023 Expected Landing Time: 5:47 pm IST People watched the Chandrayaan-3 launch from Satish Dhawan Space Centre’s Launch View Gallery on the ISRO's official YouTube channel and Doordarshan. LVM3-M4/Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Vehicle electrical tests completed. Citizens are invited to witness the launch from the Launch View Gallery at SDSC-SHAR, Sriharikota, by registering at https://t.co/J9jd8ylRcC — ISRO (@isro) July 7, 2023 × Also read | Chandrayaan-3: Ahead of launch, ISRO scientists and chief S Somnath seek blessings at temples Chandrayaan-3 Objectives: The first objective of Chandrayaan-3 is to demonstrate a safe and soft landing on the moon. To demonstrate "rover operations" on the lunar surface. The final objective is to conduct in-situ scientific experiments on the moon. Chandrayaan-3 specifics: The largest and heaviest LVM3 rocket, called "fatboy" by ISRO launched Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft into a Geo Transfer Orbit. The mission is a successor to Chandrayaan-2. However, unlike its predecessors, the Chandrayaan-3 has a composite of three modules- Propulsion, lander and rover. The spacecraft weighed 3,900 kg, out of which propulsion weighs 2,148 kg, while the lander including the rover weigh 1,752 kg. Click to read more about the Chandrayaan-3 vehicle Learning lessons from the soft land of 2019, the team has made several provisions to this mission, and ISRO has added a 'desi element' to it. Unlike Chandrayaan-2, a senior scientist said this time the landing will be tracked by ISRO's own team in Bengaluru. However, the spacecraft separation will be captured by stations in Bruei and Biak. How is Chandrayaan-3 different this time? After a failed attempt in 2019, the ISRO team has made several changes to the lander. Vikram this time will have stronger legs enabling it to withstand landing at greater velocities. Other changes include increasing the velocity tolerance level and adding new sensors to measure velocity and changes to the solar panels. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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