Here are the top stories making headlines from India and around the world.

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of a strong response after attacks targeting American military assets in the region. Meanwhile, Iraq has condemned US-Saudi strikes targeting the Popular Mobilization Forces, an armed alliance that includes powerful pro-Iran factions. In India, Parliament has passed a new anti-paper leak law amid a heated political battle. The bill was cleared after a stormy debate following Rahul Gandhi's allegations over police action during student protests and the government's response. Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she remains determined to return to the country by December despite concerns over her safety.
Japan is dealing with the aftermath of a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake, while a shopping mall operator apologised after an explosion at a Kumamoto shopping centre. Thousands of people evacuated due to wildfires in Spain are returning home, while French firefighters prepare for worsening fire conditions.


US vs Iran Escalation | Japan Quake | Paper Leak Bill Passed | Iraq Condemns US-Saudi Strikes

India's Lok Sabha has passed the Anti-Paper Leak Bill following nationwide student protests over the NEET paper leak controversy. The bill was cleared amid heated exchanges and loud protests from the opposition. BJP leaders also launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi after he alleged that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had authorized police firing on student protesters.

Meanwhile, the conflict in West Asia continues to escalate as the United States and Saudi Arabia say they carried out strikes on an Iraqi militant alliance in response to recent attacks. In Japan, a powerful earthquake has claimed at least 13 lives, with rescue teams racing to find survivors trapped under collapsed buildings.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says she is determined to return to Bangladesh by December despite security concerns. Europe is also battling devastating wildfires, with thousands evacuated in Spain while French firefighters struggle to contain rapidly spreading blazes.

Indian stock markets ended sharply higher, with the Sensex surging nearly 900 points and the Nifty closing at 24,250, adding nearly ₹4 lakh crore to investor wealth despite rising oil prices linked to the US-Iran conflict.

Stay tuned for the latest national and international news updates.

India Passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill | Rahul Gandhi vs BJP | US-Saudi Strikes Iraq | Japan Earthquake 

India's NEET paper leak protests continue to intensify as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi backs students' three key demands and insists that Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan must be removed instead of being shifted to another ministry. Security has been tightened across Delhi ahead of another round of talks between the government and protest leaders.

In this edition of WION World Is One, we also cover:

Rahul Gandhi's demand to sack Dharmendra Pradhan
Delhi security tightened amid NEET paper leak protests
Clashes in Patna during statewide shutdown
Romania shoots down another drone near Ukraine border
Houthi missile attack on Saudi Arabia's Jazan
UN Secretary-General António Guterres visits Syria
Typhoon Nol forces mass evacuations in China
Wildfires continue to devastate France and Spain

Stay tuned for the latest international updates and breaking developments.

Rahul Gandhi backs students' 3 demands | NEET protest intensifies | China Typhoon | Europe Wildfires

France and Spain are battling one of the worst wildfire emergencies in recent years as extreme heat, dry conditions, and powerful winds fuel massive blazes across Western Europe.

In France, thousands of residents have been evacuated after wildfires burned more than 14,000 hectares, forcing people to flee by land and sea. Tourist destinations have also been affected as emergency crews race to contain the flames.

In Spain, firefighters are battling fast-moving wildfires near Madrid and other regions, while authorities have declared emergency measures. NASA even evacuated one of its deep-space communication facilities as flames approached the area. European Union countries have deployed specialized firefighting aircraft to support efforts across both nations.

Europe Wildfire Crisis | France and Spain Battle massive blazes amid extreme heat

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has officially ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving assurances from the government that no legal action will be taken against protesters at Jantar Mantar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged Wangchuk to prioritize his health while announcing stricter action against NEET paper leaks, including fast-track courts and tougher punishments for offenders.

In today's global headlines, the United States continues its military campaign against Iran, launching its 13th consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure. US President Donald Trump has announced that frozen Iranian assets will be used to compensate ships and cargo affected by attacks in the Gulf while also unveiling new tariffs on 60 trading partners.

Meanwhile, Russia's missile strike on eastern Ukraine injured civilians and damaged residential buildings, while devastating wildfires continue to spread across Italy, France, and Spain, forcing thousands to evacuate. Albania witnessed violent protests over a Trump-linked luxury resort project, and the US imposed fresh sanctions on Cuba's international medical missions program.

Stay tuned for the latest international developments, geopolitical updates, and breaking world news.

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike | PM Modi's big NEET reform | US strikes Iran |Russia- Ukraine War


Global tensions continue to escalate as Iran claims attacks on multiple US military bases in Kuwait and Jordan following American strikes. The UK has temporarily withdrawn diplomatic staff from Iran, while Russia has warned the United States against continuing arms supplies to Ukraine. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases, promising strict action amid nationwide student protests. South Korean investigators raid the election commission over alleged voter turnout manipulation, while devastating wildfires continue across Italy, France, and Spain. Meanwhile, economists expect the Bank of Japan to delay any interest rate hike until December as global economic uncertainty persists.

Watch the full report for the latest international headlines, geopolitical developments, business updates, and breaking world news.

Iran Attacks US Bases | PM Modi's Fast-Track Courts | Europe Wildfires | Korea Election Raid 

Russia has launched another wave of heavy air attacks on Kyiv, with Ukrainian officials accusing Moscow of using its largest number of ballistic missiles since the war began. Meanwhile, Iran has warned the United States of a "devastating response" as tensions escalate following strikes on Iranian military facilities and attacks on US assets in the Gulf.

In India, opposition leaders staged a walkout during an all-party meeting over the participation of NCPI-linked rebel MPs, while flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir claimed at least eight lives as rescue operations continue.

Spain is battling a massive wildfire that has scorched thousands of hectares and forced evacuations, while Germany faces a growing gap between rising public investment and declining private sector spending.

Russia launches massive Kyiv attack | Iran warns US | J&K flash floods kill 8 | world news

In today’s top headlines, Russia launches one of its heaviest missile attacks on Kyiv, while Iran warns the United States of a "devastating response" as tensions escalate in the Gulf. The US continues strikes on Iranian military facilities linked to attacks on American troops in Jordan. In India, opposition leaders stage a symbolic walkout during the all-party meeting, and flash floods in Jammu & Kashmir’s Poonch district leave multiple people dead. Meanwhile, Spain battles massive wildfires, the crypto market extends its decline, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino thanks ZeeTV for promoting football in India ahead of the Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Final.

Russia pounds Kyiv | Iran warns us | J&K flash floods | FIFA chief thanks zeetv | russia- Ukraine

In this bulletin:

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun heads to Washington for high-level talks with Donald Trump after Lebanon-Israel discussions.
Ukraine launches fresh drone attacks on western Russia as the war intensifies.
Massive fire at a fireworks factory in Ahmedabad kills eight and leaves several critically injured.
Uganda school bus tragedy claims 24 lives, prompting cancellation of school field trips.
Tuareg separatists attack a Mali military convoy in the country's north.
Wildfires continue to rage across northern Spain, burning more than 15,400 hectares.
Political thriller Article 370 wins Best Feature Film at the 72nd National Film Awards.

Stay tuned for the latest global developments, breaking news, geopolitics, conflict updates, and international affairs.

Lebanon-US talks | Ukraine drone attack | Spain wildfire | Uganda crash | National film awards

Regional officials say most or all of the victims were foreign nationals living in the area. The toll may rise, said some media reports. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez offered his condolences to the families of the ⁠victims and said he felt “enormous sadness and devastation."

Foreigners among 12 killed, 23 missing in Spain’s devastating wildfire; toll may go up

Pakistan is grappling with deadly floods triggered by relentless monsoon rains, leaving large swathes of the country submerged.
Moreover, the European Union has sent two firefighting planes to Spain to help battle raging wildfires, after the country activated the bloc's disaster assistance mechanism for the first time.



Pakistan: Over 1,600 Villages Submerged as Punjab Province Faces Worst Flooding in Four Decades

Pakistan Floods: Dozens Dead | Firefighters Battle Wildfires in Northwestern Spain | WION

The European Union has sent two firefighting planes to Spain to help battle raging wildfires, after the country activated the bloc's disaster assistance mechanism for the first time.



Europe Wildfires: Spain Faces Worst Environmental Disaster, 382,000 Hectares Destroyed in Wildfires

A fire went out of control in the mountains of tarbena in Spain's Alicante province leading authorities to evacuate 180 people from their homes. The wildfire rage as Spain experiences unseasonal high temperatures for April with many places marking 10 degrees celsius higher than normal for the season.

Spain experiences unseasonal high temperature

At least 3,000 people were evacuated from the Spanish island of Tenerife overnight a day after a wildfire was sparked by unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds, according to local officials, on Thursday (Oct 5).

Spain: Around 3,000 people evacuated in Tenerife after wildfire re-ignites

Spain is battling more than 90 wildfires that are ravaging the nation's lush region of Asturias. Most of these wildfires are believed to have been intentionally started by arsonists that a leader of the regional government has branded ‘fire terrorists’.

Spain’s Asturias battles over 90 wildfires; authorities say blazes intentionally sparked by ‘fire terrorists’

Over 100 wildfires have been reported in northern Spain. Rising temperatures and unusually dry winter across parts of southern Europe due to climate change are the reason behind the wildfires being reported in Spain. But government officials say majority of wildfires were started by unknown arsonists; whom the region's leader are calling the 'fire terrorists'.

Spain's Asturias ravaged by wildfire

Huge fires blowing black smoke clouds in the sky - this is what forests in Eastern Spain look like now. This is the first major wildfire of the year that has gripped the eastern Valencia region. The fire has destroyed more than 3,000 hectares of forest and over 1,500 residents have to flee their homes.

Spain wildfire: Firefighters battle fire in Valencia region; over 1,500 residents flee home

Hundreds of people were evacuated as a wildfire which broke out on Thursday (March 23) continued to rage on the next day, in Spain’s eastern Castellón region on Friday (March 24).

Spain: Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rages in Valencia region

Amid blistering temperatures in the country, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has suggested a unique way to beat the scorching heat. Asking office workers to throw sartorial caution to the wind and ditch their ties, Sanchez backed conserving energy.

Ditch the tie to beat the heat? Spanish PM suggests unique way to tide over energy crisis

As wildfires devastate Spain, a Netherlands-based company has acknowledged it was responsible for the fire in the Ateca forest in northeast Spain’s Aragon region.

Dutch reforestation company says it accidentally caused wildfire in Spain

Three wildfires devour thousands of acres of woods in Spain

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US vs Iran Escalation | Japan Quake | Paper Leak Bill Passed | Iraq Condemns US-Saudi Strikes

India Passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill | Rahul Gandhi vs BJP | US-Saudi Strikes Iraq | Japan Earthquake

Rahul Gandhi backs students' 3 demands | NEET protest intensifies | China Typhoon | Europe Wildfires

Europe Wildfire Crisis | France and Spain Battle massive blazes amid extreme heat

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike | PM Modi's big NEET reform | US strikes Iran |Russia- Ukraine War

Iran Attacks US Bases | PM Modi's Fast-Track Courts | Europe Wildfires | Korea Election Raid

Russia launches massive Kyiv attack | Iran warns US | J&K flash floods kill 8 | world news

Russia pounds Kyiv | Iran warns us | J&K flash floods | FIFA chief thanks zeetv | russia- Ukraine

Russia pounds Kyiv | Iran warns us | J&K flash floods | FIFA chief thanks zeetv | russia- Ukraine

Lebanon-US talks | Ukraine drone attack | Spain wildfire | Uganda crash | National film awards

Lebanon-US talks | Ukraine drone attack | Spain wildfire | Uganda crash | National film awards

Foreigners among 12 killed, 23 missing in Spain’s devastating wildfire

Pakistan: Over 1,600 Villages Submerged as Punjab Province Faces Worst Flooding in Four Decades

Pakistan Floods: Dozens Dead | Firefighters Battle Wildfires in Northwestern Spain | WION

Europe Wildfires: Spain Faces Worst Environmental Disaster, 382,000 Hectares Destroyed in Wildfires

Spain experiences unseasonal high temperature

Spain: Around 3,000 people evacuated in Tenerife after wildfire re-ignites

Spain’s Asturias battles over 90 wildfires; authorities say blazes intentionally sparked by ‘fire terrorists’

Spain's Asturias ravaged by wildfire

Spain wildfire: Firefighters battle fire in Valencia region; over 1,500 residents flee home

Spain: Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rages in Valencia region

Ditch the tie to beat the heat? Spanish PM suggests unique way to tide over energy crisis

Dutch reforestation company says it accidentally caused wildfire in Spain

Three wildfires devour thousands of acres of woods in Spain