Russia's election day was overshadowed by a deadly shooting incident at the Perm University. A lone gunman killed at least 6 people and injured 28 others. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas US Edition: Putin's party sweeps Russia's parliamentary polls

Six persons were killed in the shooting at Russia's Perm State University, several others are undergoing medical treatment as a result of the incident, the ministry of health stated on Monday.

Shooting at Russia's Perm State University; six killed, several injured

At least eight people have been killed and six injured after a student opened fire at a university in western Siberia. Watch this report for more news.

Russia: 8 dead , 6 injured in shooting

The global dominance of tech giants serves as a convenient online chokepoint for authoritarian governments to crack down on dissent or rig elections, critics of Apple and Google said Friday.

Critics warn of Apple, Google 'chokepoint' repression

Russian President Vladimir Putin has gone into self-isolation. Putin's inner circle at Kremlin has tested positive for the Wuhan Virus. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus breaches Kremlin

Russians have begun voting in a three-day parliamentary election in which most vocal Kremlin critics have been barred from running following a historic crackdown on the opposition. President Vladimir Putin has called on Russians to vote.

Russia: President Vladimir Putin calls on Russians to vote

A deal that could allow Russian mercenaries into Mali has alarmed France. Why is Paris worried? Palki Sharma tells you about a Russian mercenary force that is extending the reach of Vladimir Putin beyond Russia's borders.

Gravitas: Is this secret mercenary force waging wars on Russia's behalf?

Washington believes that the quad can contain China but what will America do about its archival Russia? America and its western allies are facing a challenge from a hidden enemy in Africa. It's a Russian mercenary force that doesn't exist on paper but they go around the world and wage military campaigns to give Russia the upper hand.

Report: Russia's wanger group could send troops to Mali

These mysterious Al Basty beasts have three fluffy pets and are making a journey into the human realm, according to the theatre Light Wings from the city of Almetyevsk.

A weekend of street performances in Russia

Africa's two most populous nations Nigeria and Ethiopia have seen a slew of Military cooperation agreements by Russia in the last two months. While France remains the largest presence and troop numbers of any former colonial power in Africa, Russia is challenging the status quo using regional insecurity and diplomatic disputes with western powers as leverage.

Russia is building its military influence in Africa

A free online course in Russia teaches the over 50s to master Instagram and Facebook.

Free online course in Russia teaches 50+ to master social media

India and Russia have decided to coordinate their strategies on Afghanistan. Moscow is concerned about instability in Central Asia, while New Delhi worries about Pak-sponsored terror in South Asia. Palki Sharma tells you more about this strategic convergence.

Gravitas: India, Russia to contain Afghan terror threat

This unusual combination of antiquity and modernity can be seen at the recently opened exhibition "A Look from the Future: Excavations of the Lucca Temple of the XXI Century." Classical style sculptures from Ancient Greece and Rome invite viewers to look at our everyday life through the eyes of the man of the future

Exhibition depicts how modern life might be viewed in 1000 years time

Three spy chiefs, three meetings, one agenda- Afghanistan. Palki Sharma tells you why top security and espionage officials from the US, UK and Russia are making a beeline for New Delhi.

Gravitas: US, UK & Russia dispatch their spy chiefs to India

India and Russia have a common position when it comes to Afghanistan. NSA Ajit Doval is set to meet secretary of Russian security council today to discuss the Afghanistan crisis.

India, Russia to discuss situation in Afghanistan

Indian National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and his Russian counterpart Nikolay Petrushev held detailed talks on Wednesday about the possible security implications for India, Russia and the Central Asian region after the Taliban seize power in Afghanistan.

Indian NSA Doval and top Russian security official hold talks on Afghan crisis

India, Russia hold talks on crisis in Afghanistan

Russia has cultivated a transactional relationship with the Taliban. Moscow is worried that violence in Afghanistan will spill over into Central Asia - Russia's backyard. Does Putin's tempered approach open a door for India? WION's Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Can India & Russia cooperate on Afghanistan?

Igor Baskov says he's managing to produce 20 watermelons per plant this year, around 200 watermelons in total. The secret of his success is the result of 30 years of agricultural experimenting to discover how to increase productivity

The secrets of a market gardener revealed

Bread with portraits or BreadPortrait is the brainchild of Serafima Krasnikova, a 24-year-old actress from Moscow. It started last year when Russia, along with most of the rest of the world, went into lockdown, and bread baking became a popular isolation hobby.

Actress turned baker creates portraits in bread

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 6th Eastern Economic Forum. He said that India will be a reliable partner of Moscow in realising its vision in developing the country's Far East region.

6th Eastern Economic Forum: 'India will be a reliable partner of Russia', says PM Modi

Underscoring the importance of bilateral ties with Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India will be a reliable partner of Moscow in realising its vision in developing the country's Far East region.

India will be reliable partner of Russia in developing its Far East region: PM Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the US military intervention in Afghanistan had achieved nothing but tragedy and loss of life on all sides. He also added that the United States approach in Afghanistan has been deeply flawed.

Vladimir Putin says US foray achieved nothing but loss of life on all sides

The US military has been present in Afghanistan for 20 years, attempting to "civilise" the people, but its presence has only resulted in catastrophes, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.

America's 20-year presence in Afghanistan only resulted in tragedies, says Putin

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