Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian leader&nbsp;Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan. India's foreign ministry confirmed Tuesday that a bilateral meeting between PM Modi and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is also scheduled for Wednesday (Oct 23). The meeting will take place two days after India announced it had reached an agreement with China over patrolling along the de-facto border, called LAC. The Indian Army chief also reacted to the development on Tuesday, saying&nbsp;two nations were now working to restore the trust.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting in Kazan, Russia on Wednesday (Oct 23), Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed during a press briefing.&nbsp;

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<a>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Oct 22) after arriving in Kazan, Russia to attend the BRICS Summit.</a>

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The Indian Army chief said Tuesday (Oct 22) they were looking at disengagement and de-escalation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the de facto border between India and China.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian leader Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian leader Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan. India's foreign ministry confirmed Tuesday that a bilateral meeting between PM Modi and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is also scheduled for Wednesday (Oct 23). The meeting will take place two days after India announced it had reached an agreement with China over patrolling along the de-facto border, called LAC. The Indian Army chief also reacted to the development on Tuesday, saying two nations were now working to restore the trust. Click on the headlines to read more BRICS Summit: PM Modi to hold bilateral meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting in Kazan, Russia on Wednesday (Oct 23), Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed during a press briefing. BRICS Summit: PM Modi shares hug with Putin, says will play 'any role' for peace between Russia-Ukraine Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Oct 22) after arriving in Kazan, Russia to attend the BRICS Summit. ‘Working to restore trust,’ Indian Army chief on LAC deal with China The Indian Army chief said Tuesday (Oct 22) they were looking at disengagement and de-escalation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the de facto border between India and China. PM Modi, Iran's Pezeshkian hold bilateral meet on sidelines of BRICS in Kazan Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan. Maharashtra assembly polls: Opposition MVA, ruling Mahayuti alliance reach seat-sharing agreements Ahead of assembly elections in India’s Maharashtra state, the opposition alliance, Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) as well as the ruling Mahayuti alliance have reportedly finalised a seat-sharing agreement. Arab-American voters all set to ditch Kamala over support to Israel? Poll suggests so In another major electoral headache for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, a new survey has revealed that her popularity among Arab Americans has fallen sharply. US Elections 2024 | Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris: Who is better aligned with India’s interests? The world is watching the US elections, now just two weeks away, with great interest. Will Donald Trump, the 45th president, make a comeback or will the US finally get its first lady president? Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen thanks India for residency permit extension\ The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI. IPL 2025: SRH to retain Pat Cummins, Travis Head before mega auctions - Report Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise SunRisers Hyderabad are set to retain skipper Pat Cummins and Travis Head ahead of the retention deadline day of October 31. Michael Newman: Baywatch star, real life firefighter passes away at 68 Former Baywatch star Michael Newman has passed away at the age of 68; close to two decades after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

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UK’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday (July 6) said he was not prepared to continue with the previous government's Rwanda migrant deportation plan. In other news, an Indian soldier died on Saturday (July 6) in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district, officials said.

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico made his first public appearance on Friday (July 5) since he survived an assassination attempt in May. Prime Minister Fico took part in an evening ceremony&nbsp;marking Saints Cyril and Methodius Day, a public holiday in&nbsp;Slovakia.&nbsp;He spoke standing at a podium at a castle ruins dating back over 11 centuries, a report by the news agency Reuters said.

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UK’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday (July 6) said he was not prepared to continue with the previous government's Rwanda migrant deportation plan. In other news, an Indian soldier died on Saturday (July 6) in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district, officials said. Click on the headlines to read more Keir Starmer unwilling to proceed with Rwanda migrant deportation plan UK’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday (July 6) said he was not prepared to continue with the previous government's Rwanda migrant deportation plan. Kulgam encounter: Soldier killed, 4 terrorists eliminated, says police An Indian soldier died on Saturday (July 6) in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district, officials said. Why reformist Pezeshkian may ease economic cooperation between India and Iran In reformist Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran has found a new president over a month after President Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash which necessitated snap elections. A cardiac surgeon and single dad who is seen as an advocate of greater freedoms for women in post-revolution Iran, Pezeshkian will now confront the challenge of navigating through his reformist policy agenda in a deeply conservative polity. Did Biden face 'medical emergency' on Air Force One? White House refutes The claims made by far-right social media personality Laura Loomer that United States President Joe Biden faced a "medical emergency" aboard Air Force One was categorically denied by the White House and called "100% false." India: One dead, many feared buried after building collapse in Gujarat At least two persons died after a six-floor building in India's Surat collapsed on Saturday (July 6) afternoon. While one dead body was retrieved from the debris, efforts are still on to retrieve the other deceased body. Biden's first interview after disastrous debate fails to ease Democrats' panic amid calls for withdrawal In his first interview since last week's disastrous debate performance and amid demands from Democrats for him to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, United States President Joe Biden said, "If the Lord Almighty comes down and tells me that (stand down from the race), I might do that." India stampede: Dev Prakash Madhukar, main accused sent to 14-day judicial custody Devprakash Madhukar, the main accused in a stampede in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Hathras was sent to 14-day judicial custody by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court on Saturday (July 6). This comes a day after Madhukar surrendered in New Delhi, his lawyer said on Friday. Slovak PM Robert Fico makes first public appearance since assassination attempt Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico made his first public appearance on Friday (July 5) since he survived an assassination attempt in May. Prime Minister Fico took part in an evening ceremony marking Saints Cyril and Methodius Day, a public holiday in Slovakia. He spoke standing at a podium at a castle ruins dating back over 11 centuries, a report by the news agency Reuters said. Zimbabwe hand shock defeat to T20 WC winners India in 1st T20I Zimbabwe beat T20 World Cup champions India by 13 runs in a shocking turn of events on Saturday (Jul 5) in the first T20I of the five-match series. Chasing a below par total of 116, India batters were no match against Zimbabwe's accurate bowling and were bowled out for 102 in 19.5 overs. Hina Khan shares pics of her scars amid cancer treatment; gives health update Indian actress Hina Khan is currently undergoing treatment for stage 3 breast cancer. To inspire her fans, the 36-year-old is documenting her fight against cancer via her social media posts.

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Voters in France turned out in large numbers on Sunday (July 7) for the second round&nbsp;of a historic election that is expected to leave the far right as the biggest force in a deeply divided parliament.

In other news, authorities in Iran on Sunday (July 7) arrested&nbsp;a lawyer who publicly criticised the government crackdown in the 2022 protests following the death of Mahsa Amini. Massive unrest followed&nbsp;the death of the 22-year-old Amini, who was detained by the police&nbsp;for allegedly not properly wearing her mandatory hijab properly.

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Voters in France turned out in large numbers on Sunday (July 7) for the second round&nbsp;of a historic election that is expected to leave the far right as the biggest force in a deeply divided parliament.

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Authorities in Iran on Sunday (July 7) arrested&nbsp;a lawyer who publicly criticised the government crackdown in the 2022 protests following the death of Mahsa Amini. Massive unrest followed&nbsp;the death of the 22-year-old Amini, who was detained by the police&nbsp;for allegedly not properly wearing her mandatory hijab.

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A writ petition urging that K Armstrong, the state president of the Tamil Nadu BSP, be buried at the party's office&nbsp;was denied by the Madras High Court on Sunday (July 7).&nbsp;

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Hundreds of Israeli protesters blocked roads in Tel Aviv on Sunday (July 7), pushing for a truce deal in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The protesters demanded that the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should&nbsp;secure a hostage deal with Hamas.

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The Delhi Police on Sunday (July 7) filed an FIR against Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra over her derogatory social media post on National Commission for Women (NCW) Chief Rekha Sharma.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden's re-election campaign has come under the cosh yet again after last month's debate debacle. Reports have claimed that Biden's team provided a list of questions in advance to the&nbsp;radio host&nbsp;who interviewed the president as he attempted to undo the damage to his presidential nomination.&nbsp;

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As France on Sunday (Jul&nbsp;7) holds its potentially 'seismic' snap legislative elections, far-right National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella looks poised to become the prime minister. This significant feat at the young age of 28 depends on&nbsp;his party securing a majority, which, as per exit polls, is a huge possibility.

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The Chinese military has claimed that it has the capability to impose and maintain a blockade on an island, solely using drones. The claim has been made in a peer-reviewed paper in the&nbsp;Chinese academic journal Command Control &amp; Simulation, published last month.&nbsp;

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India came back strongly in the second T20I against Zimbabwe to equal the five-match series 1-1 with a dominating 100&nbsp;runs win on Sunday (Jul 7). The 2024 T20 World Cup champions were handed a shock loss in the first T20I on Saturday.

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Oscar-winning film producer Jon Landau died on Friday, July 5. He was 63. According to reports, the cause of death was cancer. Landau is survived by his wife, Julie, and their two sons, Jamie and Jodie. He is also survived by his siblings, Tina, Kathy, and Les Landau.

Voters in France turned out in large numbers on Sunday (July 7) for the second round of a historic election that is expected to leave the far right as the biggest force in a deeply divided parliament.

Voters in France turned out in large numbers on Sunday (July 7) for the second round of a historic election that is expected to leave the far right as the biggest force in a deeply divided parliament. In other news, authorities in Iran on Sunday (July 7) arrested a lawyer who publicly criticised the government crackdown in the 2022 protests following the death of Mahsa Amini. Massive unrest followed the death of the 22-year-old Amini, who was detained by the police for allegedly not properly wearing her mandatory hijab properly. Click on the headlines to read more French elections 2024: High turnout in second round as far right eyes power Voters in France turned out in large numbers on Sunday (July 7) for the second round of a historic election that is expected to leave the far right as the biggest force in a deeply divided parliament. Iran arrests lawyer who criticised crackdown following Mahsa Amini's death Authorities in Iran on Sunday (July 7) arrested a lawyer who publicly criticised the government crackdown in the 2022 protests following the death of Mahsa Amini. Massive unrest followed the death of the 22-year-old Amini, who was detained by the police for allegedly not properly wearing her mandatory hijab. Madras HC rejects plea seeking burial of slain TN BSP chief Armstrong in party office premises A writ petition urging that K Armstrong, the state president of the Tamil Nadu BSP, be buried at the party's office was denied by the Madras High Court on Sunday (July 7). Gaza war: Israeli protesters push for truce deal, block roads in Tel Aviv Hundreds of Israeli protesters blocked roads in Tel Aviv on Sunday (July 7), pushing for a truce deal in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The protesters demanded that the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should secure a hostage deal with Hamas. TMC MP Mahua Moitra booked for derogatory social media post on NCW chief The Delhi Police on Sunday (July 7) filed an FIR against Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra over her derogatory social media post on National Commission for Women (NCW) Chief Rekha Sharma. ‘Rigged interview?’: Biden’s team provided questions in advance to radio hosts US President Joe Biden's re-election campaign has come under the cosh yet again after last month's debate debacle. Reports have claimed that Biden's team provided a list of questions in advance to the radio host who interviewed the president as he attempted to undo the damage to his presidential nomination. Who is Jordan Bardella? Far-right leader poised to become France's youngest PM As France on Sunday (Jul 7) holds its potentially 'seismic' snap legislative elections, far-right National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella looks poised to become the prime minister. This significant feat at the young age of 28 depends on his party securing a majority, which, as per exit polls, is a huge possibility. China plans to use drones to blockade Taiwan after US unveils 'Hellscape' strategy The Chinese military has claimed that it has the capability to impose and maintain a blockade on an island, solely using drones. The claim has been made in a peer-reviewed paper in the Chinese academic journal Command Control & Simulation, published last month. ZIM vs IND, 2nd T20 T20I: India level series after Abhishek's record ton India came back strongly in the second T20I against Zimbabwe to equal the five-match series 1-1 with a dominating 100 runs win on Sunday (Jul 7). The 2024 T20 World Cup champions were handed a shock loss in the first T20I on Saturday. Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau dies at 63 due to cancer Oscar-winning film producer Jon Landau died on Friday, July 5. He was 63. According to reports, the cause of death was cancer. Landau is survived by his wife, Julie, and their two sons, Jamie and Jodie. He is also survived by his siblings, Tina, Kathy, and Les Landau.

Top 10 world news: French elections see high turnout; Iran arrests lawyer who criticised crackdown, and more

United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (May 2) commented on the nationwide campus protests over the war in Gaza. He said that the US was not authoritarian but insisting "order must prevail". In other news, weeks after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a record-breaking storm, the oil-rich country once again witnessed heavy rains and flooded roads, on Thursday.

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United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (May 2) commented on the nationwide campus protests over the war in Gaza. He said&nbsp;there was "no place" for antisemitism or other hate speeches on university campuses as he spoke from the White House in a televised address.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-shaksgam-valley-our-territory-registered-protest-with-china-over-altering-facts-717422">India: Shaksgam Valley 'our territory', MEA registers protest with China over 'altering facts' 
 
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Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2) reiterated the nation's stance on reported Chinese infrastructure activities in the Shaksgam Valley, in a part of illegally occupied Kashmir close to the Siachen Glacier.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rebuilding-gaza-to-at-least-16-years-and-cost-around-30-to-40-billion-un-717472">Israel-Hamas war: Rebuilding all homes destroyed in Gaza would take at least 16 years, says UN 
 
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Even if the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas was to end today, it would take until 2040 to rebuild all the homes that have been destroyed amid the ongoing war in Gaza, said the United Nations in a report, on Thursday (May 2).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-over-a-dozen-flights-cancelled-schools-offices-closed-amid-heavy-rains-and-floods-717441">Dubai: Over a dozen flights cancelled; schools, offices closed amid heavy rains and floods 
 
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Weeks after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a record-breaking storm, the oil-rich country once again witnessed heavy rains and flooded roads, on Thursday (May 2).

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Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna, implicated in a sexual abuse case, used a diplomatic passport to travel to Germany, confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-boeing-auditor-turned-whistleblower-joshua-dean-dies-717397">Former Boeing auditor turned whistleblower, Joshua Dean, dies 
 
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A former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems turned whistleblower, Joshua Dean, who had accused the US planemaker’s supplier of ignoring defects in the production of the 737 MAX, died, said media reports citing his family and lawyer.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-move-in-to-dismantle-ucla-gaza-protest-barricades-717374">Police tear down barricades at UCLA protest encampment; India urges citizens to 'respect local laws' 
 
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Clashes broke out between the police and demonstrators on Thursday (May 2) at the University of California, Los Angeles, where the officers in riot gear tore down barricades at a protest encampment.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-police-to-summon-telangana-congress-members-in-amit-shahs-doctored-video-case-717471">Delhi Police to summon Telangana Congress members in Amit Shah's doctored video case 
 
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The Delhi Police will likely summon the members of the Telangana Congress for the second time over India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah's fake video case, said&nbsp;officials on Thursday (May 2).

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In a detailed presser on Thursday (May 2) in Mumbai, India Captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar discussed various topics, including growing concerns around star batter Virat Kohli’s T20 strike rate.

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Harry Potter star Tom Felton has joined Indian filmmaker Hansal Mehta's web series Gandhi. The series has actor Pratik Gandhi playing the titular role. On Thursday, Mehta took to X to announce the new cast members joining the series, including Tom Felton.

United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (May 2) commented on the nationwide campus protests over the war in Gaza. He said that the US was not authoritarian but insisting "order must prevail".

United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (May 2) commented on the nationwide campus protests over the war in Gaza. He said that the US was not authoritarian but insisting "order must prevail". In other news, weeks after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a record-breaking storm, the oil-rich country once again witnessed heavy rains and flooded roads, on Thursday. Click on the headlines to read more: US student protests: Biden calls for 'order', says 'no place' for antisemitism on any campus United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (May 2) commented on the nationwide campus protests over the war in Gaza. He said there was "no place" for antisemitism or other hate speeches on university campuses as he spoke from the White House in a televised address. India: Shaksgam Valley 'our territory', MEA registers protest with China over 'altering facts' Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2) reiterated the nation's stance on reported Chinese infrastructure activities in the Shaksgam Valley, in a part of illegally occupied Kashmir close to the Siachen Glacier. Israel-Hamas war: Rebuilding all homes destroyed in Gaza would take at least 16 years, says UN Even if the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas was to end today, it would take until 2040 to rebuild all the homes that have been destroyed amid the ongoing war in Gaza, said the United Nations in a report, on Thursday (May 2). Dubai: Over a dozen flights cancelled; schools, offices closed amid heavy rains and floods Weeks after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a record-breaking storm, the oil-rich country once again witnessed heavy rains and flooded roads, on Thursday (May 2). Prajwal Revanna went to Germany on diplomatic passport, no political clearance sought: MEA Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna, implicated in a sexual abuse case, used a diplomatic passport to travel to Germany, confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 2). Former Boeing auditor turned whistleblower, Joshua Dean, dies A former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems turned whistleblower, Joshua Dean, who had accused the US planemaker’s supplier of ignoring defects in the production of the 737 MAX, died, said media reports citing his family and lawyer. Police tear down barricades at UCLA protest encampment; India urges citizens to 'respect local laws' Clashes broke out between the police and demonstrators on Thursday (May 2) at the University of California, Los Angeles, where the officers in riot gear tore down barricades at a protest encampment. Delhi Police to summon Telangana Congress members in Amit Shah's doctored video case The Delhi Police will likely summon the members of the Telangana Congress for the second time over India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah's fake video case, said officials on Thursday (May 2). Rohit, Agarkar not worried about Virat Kohli’s T20 form, refuse to discuss his ‘strike rate’ In a detailed presser on Thursday (May 2) in Mumbai, India Captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar discussed various topics, including growing concerns around star batter Virat Kohli’s T20 strike rate. Harry Potter star Tom Felton joins the cast of Hansal Mehta's web series Gandhi Harry Potter star Tom Felton has joined Indian filmmaker Hansal Mehta's web series Gandhi. The series has actor Pratik Gandhi playing the titular role. On Thursday, Mehta took to X to announce the new cast members joining the series, including Tom Felton.

Top 10 world news: Biden calls for 'order' amid protests on US campuses; heavy rains, floods in UAE; and more

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza. In other news, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez may tender his resignation Monday (Apr 29) amidst allegations of corruption against his wife Begoña Gómez.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be fighting European Union (EU) elections slated to be held in June this year, she announced Sunday (Apr 28).&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinian-leader-abbas-says-only-us-can-stop-israels-attack-on-rafah-715962">Palestinian President Abbas says only US can stop Israel’s attack on Rafah</a>

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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italys-giorgia-meloni-to-contest-eu-election-to-boost-support-for-party-716006">Italy’s Giorgia Meloni to contest EU election to boost support for party</a>

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be fighting European Union (EU) elections slated to be held in June this year, she announced Sunday (Apr 28). However, she won’t be taking up the seat if elected. The elections will be held from June 6-9 and would be a litmus test for her 18-month-old rule. The move, Meloni says, is an effort to boost support for her Brothers of Italy party.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-pm-pedro-sanchez-could-resign-tomorrow-as-rivals-try-to-kill-him-politically-715940">Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez could resign as rivals try to 'kill him politically’</a>

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez may tender his resignation Monday (Apr 29) amidst allegations of corruption against his wife&nbsp;Begoña&nbsp;Gómez. Earlier, a court in Madrid opened an investigation against Gómez following a complaint by a self-styled trade&nbsp;union,&nbsp;called Manos Limpias (Clean Hands). The group is known to have links to the Spanish right-wing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-capitals-wef-special-meet-begins-in-riyadh-kim-jong-uns-diplomatic-top-gun-in-tehran-and-more-715982">The Capitals: WEF special meet begins in Riyadh; Kim Jong-Un’s diplomatic top gun in Tehran; and more</a>

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North Korea sent its highest-level delegation to Iran in several years. The delegation was led by External Economic Relations Minister Yun Jong Ho&nbsp;who had travelled to Russia earlier this month and acted as a key player in trade between Pyongyang and Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-russian-journalists-detained-over-extremism-after-allegedly-working-for-navalny-group-715972">Two Russian journalists detained over ‘extremism’ after allegedly working for Navalny group</a>

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Russian journalists, Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin were arrested on charges of “extremism” and have been ordered by the courts, on Saturday (Apr 27) to remain in custody pending an investigation for allegedly working for a group founded by the late Russian opposition politician&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-intel-suggests-putin-unlikely-to-have-ordered-navalnys-killing-wsj-report-715854">Alexei Navalny</a>.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indias-ban-on-tiktok-to-help-us-authorities-win-legal-case-against-chinese-app-says-top-us-official-715969">India’s ban on TikTok to help US authorities win legal case against Chinese app, says top US official</a>

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US authorities could cite the Indian ban on Chinese social media platform TikTok to build a strong case for similar&nbsp;action in the US, the chief of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, told&nbsp;India’s&nbsp;major newspaper&nbsp;The&nbsp;Economic Times.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/grown-man-running-against-a-6-year-old-biden-roasts-trump-at-white-house-correspondents-dinner-715995">‘Grown man running against a 6-year-old’: Biden roasts Trump at White House correspondents’ dinner</a>

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United States President Joe Biden did not hold back as he roasted his predecessor and rival for the upcoming presidential election Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, on Saturday (Apr 27).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-russian-journalists-detained-over-extremism-after-allegedly-working-for-navalny-group-715972">Indian agencies detain 14 Pak nationals, seize drugs worth $72 million off Gujarat coast</a>

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India’s&nbsp;Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Sunday (Apr 28) nabbed a group of Pakistani nationals off the Gujarat coast in possession of 86 kilogrammes of contraband drugs worth Rs 602 crore ($72 million). All 14 Pakistani citizens&nbsp;were arrested&nbsp;as they attempted to evade the Indian authorities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-prince-harry-to-visit-london-in-may-for-invictus-games-10th-anniversary-715976">Prince Harry to visit London in May for Invictus Games 10th anniversary</a>

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Prince Harry will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of his Invictus Games at a service in St Paul's Cathedral in London on May 8th, making a rare visit back to Britain for the international sporting event he founded.

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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza. In other news, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez may tender his resignation Monday (Apr 29) amidst allegations of corruption against his wife Begoña Gómez. Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be fighting European Union (EU) elections slated to be held in June this year, she announced Sunday (Apr 28). Click on the headlines to read more: Palestinian President Abbas says only US can stop Israel’s attack on Rafah Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza. Italy’s Giorgia Meloni to contest EU election to boost support for party Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be fighting European Union (EU) elections slated to be held in June this year, she announced Sunday (Apr 28). However, she won’t be taking up the seat if elected. The elections will be held from June 6-9 and would be a litmus test for her 18-month-old rule. The move, Meloni says, is an effort to boost support for her Brothers of Italy party. Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez could resign as rivals try to 'kill him politically’ Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez may tender his resignation Monday (Apr 29) amidst allegations of corruption against his wife Begoña Gómez. Earlier, a court in Madrid opened an investigation against Gómez following a complaint by a self-styled trade union, called Manos Limpias (Clean Hands). The group is known to have links to the Spanish right-wing. The Capitals: WEF special meet begins in Riyadh; Kim Jong-Un’s diplomatic top gun in Tehran; and more North Korea sent its highest-level delegation to Iran in several years. The delegation was led by External Economic Relations Minister Yun Jong Ho who had travelled to Russia earlier this month and acted as a key player in trade between Pyongyang and Moscow. Two Russian journalists detained over ‘extremism’ after allegedly working for Navalny group Russian journalists, Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin were arrested on charges of “extremism” and have been ordered by the courts, on Saturday (Apr 27) to remain in custody pending an investigation for allegedly working for a group founded by the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny. India’s ban on TikTok to help US authorities win legal case against Chinese app, says top US official US authorities could cite the Indian ban on Chinese social media platform TikTok to build a strong case for similar action in the US, the chief of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, told India’s major newspaper The Economic Times. ‘Grown man running against a 6-year-old’: Biden roasts Trump at White House correspondents’ dinner United States President Joe Biden did not hold back as he roasted his predecessor and rival for the upcoming presidential election Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, on Saturday (Apr 27). Indian agencies detain 14 Pak nationals, seize drugs worth $72 million off Gujarat coast India’s Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Sunday (Apr 28) nabbed a group of Pakistani nationals off the Gujarat coast in possession of 86 kilogrammes of contraband drugs worth Rs 602 crore ($72 million). All 14 Pakistani citizens were arrested as they attempted to evade the Indian authorities. Prince Harry to visit London in May for Invictus Games 10th anniversary Prince Harry will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of his Invictus Games at a service in St Paul's Cathedral in London on May 8th, making a rare visit back to Britain for the international sporting event he founded. CSK vs SRH IPL Live Score: Head, Abhishek resume chase at Chepauk Read WION's live coverage of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Match 42, between Chennai Super Kings and SunRisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

Top 10 world news: US can stop Israel’s Rafah invasion - Palestinian Prez; Meloni to contest EU election; more

Hamas on Saturday (Apr 27) said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. In other news,&nbsp;Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the crew of a seized Portuguese-flagged ship linked to Israel which included Indians was granted consular access and was expected to be freed.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/west-asia-crisis-hamas-reviewing-new-israeli-ceasefire-proposal-715737">West Asia crisis: Hamas 'reviewing new Israeli ceasefire proposal' 
 
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Hamas on Saturday (Apr 27) said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. A senior Hamas official&nbsp;Khalil&nbsp;al-Hayya&nbsp;said&nbsp;the Palestinian militant group was evaluating&nbsp;Israel's&nbsp;proposal, and&nbsp;"upon completion of its study, it will submit its response".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-crew-of-israel-linked-ship-which-includes-indians-will-be-freed-715635">Iran says crew of Israel-linked ship which includes Indians will be freed 
 
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Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the crew of a seized Portuguese-flagged ship linked to Israel which included Indians was granted consular access and was expected to be freed, Reuters reported on Saturday (Apr 27) citing Iranian media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/columbia-faculty-senate-passes-resolution-over-administrative-handling-of-anti-israel-protests-715673">Columbia faculty senate passes resolution over administrative handling of anti-Israel protests 
 
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Columbia University senate has passed a resolution proposing a task force to oversee “corrective actions” in connection to the administrative policies. This comes amid the escalating tensions at Columbia University and other campuses regarding protests against Israel's actions in Gaza.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-polls-2024-bjp-fields-ujjwal-nikam-2611-prosecutor-from-mumbai-north-central-715716">Lok Sabha polls 2024: BJP fields Ujjwal Nikam, 26/11 prosecutor, from Mumbai North Central</a>

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded former special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam from the Mumbai North Central constituency in the Lok Sabha Election 2024. Nikam was the public prosecutor in the Mumbai 26/11 terror attacks.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraqi-tiktok-star-umm-fahad-shot-outside-her-home-amid-controversy-over-dancing-videos-715754">Iraqi TikTok star Umm Fahad shot outside her home amid controversy over dancing videos 
 
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Iraqi social media sensation Ghufran Sawadi, known as Umm Fahad, met a tragic end as she was shot dead outside her residence in Baghdad on Friday (Apr 26) night, media reports said citing sources.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-20-soldiers-killed-several-others-injured-after-blast-at-army-base-in-cambodia-715755">At least 20 soldiers killed, several others injured after ammunition explosion at army base in Cambodia 
 
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At least 20 soldiers were killed and several others were injured after an ammunition explosion at a base in the west of Cambodia on Saturday (Apr 27) afternoon, said the country’s Prime Minister Hun Manet.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/around-100-pro-palestinian-protesters-detained-at-bostons-northeastern-university-as-police-clear-encampment-715764">Around 100 protesters detained at Boston's Northeastern University as police clear pro-Palestinian camp 
 
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Around 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were detained from the Northeastern University's campus, on Saturday (Apr 27) morning as the police moved to break up the encampments set up by the demonstrators on campus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-defence-minister-announces-100-million-military-aid-package-for-ukraine-715763">Australian Defence Minister announces $100 million military aid package for Ukraine 
 
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Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles, during his visit to the city of Lviv, announced a military aid package for Ukraine worth $100 million.&nbsp;The aid package included short-range air defences, drones along with air-to-ground precision munitions coming separately.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/video-mamata-banerjee-suffers-injury-after-she-fell-while-boarding-helicopter-715678">VIDEO: Mamata Banerjee suffers injury after she slips boarding a helicopter 
 
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday (Apr 27) slipped and fell while taking a seat after boarding her helicopter in Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman in the eastern state of India.&nbsp;

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Delhi Capitals clinched yet another high-scoring clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday (April 27) after they beat Mumbai Indians by 10 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Hamas on Saturday (Apr 27) said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. In other news, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the crew of a seized Portuguese-flagged ship linked to Israel which included Indians was granted consular access and was expected to be freed.

Hamas on Saturday (Apr 27) said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. In other news, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the crew of a seized Portuguese-flagged ship linked to Israel which included Indians was granted consular access and was expected to be freed. Click on the headlines to read more: West Asia crisis: Hamas 'reviewing new Israeli ceasefire proposal' Hamas on Saturday (Apr 27) said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. A senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said the Palestinian militant group was evaluating Israel's proposal, and "upon completion of its study, it will submit its response". Iran says crew of Israel-linked ship which includes Indians will be freed Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the crew of a seized Portuguese-flagged ship linked to Israel which included Indians was granted consular access and was expected to be freed, Reuters reported on Saturday (Apr 27) citing Iranian media. Columbia faculty senate passes resolution over administrative handling of anti-Israel protests Columbia University senate has passed a resolution proposing a task force to oversee “corrective actions” in connection to the administrative policies. This comes amid the escalating tensions at Columbia University and other campuses regarding protests against Israel's actions in Gaza. Lok Sabha polls 2024: BJP fields Ujjwal Nikam, 26/11 prosecutor, from Mumbai North Central Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded former special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam from the Mumbai North Central constituency in the Lok Sabha Election 2024. Nikam was the public prosecutor in the Mumbai 26/11 terror attacks. Iraqi TikTok star Umm Fahad shot outside her home amid controversy over dancing videos Iraqi social media sensation Ghufran Sawadi, known as Umm Fahad, met a tragic end as she was shot dead outside her residence in Baghdad on Friday (Apr 26) night, media reports said citing sources. At least 20 soldiers killed, several others injured after ammunition explosion at army base in Cambodia At least 20 soldiers were killed and several others were injured after an ammunition explosion at a base in the west of Cambodia on Saturday (Apr 27) afternoon, said the country’s Prime Minister Hun Manet. Around 100 protesters detained at Boston's Northeastern University as police clear pro-Palestinian camp Around 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were detained from the Northeastern University's campus, on Saturday (Apr 27) morning as the police moved to break up the encampments set up by the demonstrators on campus. Australian Defence Minister announces $100 million military aid package for Ukraine Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles, during his visit to the city of Lviv, announced a military aid package for Ukraine worth $100 million. The aid package included short-range air defences, drones along with air-to-ground precision munitions coming separately. VIDEO: Mamata Banerjee suffers injury after she slips boarding a helicopter West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday (Apr 27) slipped and fell while taking a seat after boarding her helicopter in Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman in the eastern state of India. IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals clinch high-scoring thriller against Mumbai Indians to stay in playoff race Delhi Capitals clinched yet another high-scoring clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday (April 27) after they beat Mumbai Indians by 10 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Top 10 world news: West Asia crisis; Iran says crew of seized Israel-linked ship will be freed, and more

At least 29 people have been killed and around 13 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nightclub in central Istanbul, on Tuesday (Apr 2), said the city governor’s office. In other news,&nbsp;at least one child has died and two others have been wounded in a shooting at a school in the city of Vantaa in Finland on Tuesday, according to the&nbsp;Finnish police.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-15-killed-several-injured-after-fire-at-istanbul-nightclub-706943">Fire at Istanbul nightclub kills at least 29, several others injured; five detained for questioning 
 
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At least 29 people have been killed and around 13 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nightclub in central Istanbul, on Tuesday (Apr 2), said the city governor’s office.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-attacks-drone-attack-on-russias-third-biggest-oil-refinery-800-miles-from-front-lines-706922">Ukraine launches drone attack on Russia’s third biggest oil refinery 800 miles from front lines 
 
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Ukraine on Tuesday (Apr 2) claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia's third largest oil refinery, which is about 1,300 km from the front lines. The drone reportedly hit a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finland-school-shooting-three-minors-injured-suspect-arrested-706828">One killed, two injured in Finland school shooting near capital; 12-year-old suspect detained 
 
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At least one child has died and two others have been wounded in a shooting at a school in the city of Vantaa in Finland on Tuesday (April 2), Finnish police say.&nbsp;It was earlier said that three victims, all of whom were 12 years old, had been injured and that the suspect, who was of the same age, has been detained.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-netanyahu-speaks-on-aid-workers-death-in-gaza-after-getting-discharged-in-excellent-condition-706934">‘Such accidents happen in wartime’: Netanyahu on death of aid workers in Gaza; released from hospital 
 
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In a video message shared on X, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted&nbsp;that Israeli&nbsp;forces carried out the strike that took lives of seven&nbsp;World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza. The message came as he was discharged&nbsp;from Hadassah Medical Center-Ein Kerem in Jerusalem.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/byjus-firing-employees-over-phone-call-without-giving-them-any-notice-period-report-706882">Byju’s fires over 500 staffers over phone calls after reported delayed salaries 
 
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In a recent development reported by Moneycontrol.com, Byju's, an Indian edtech firm, has started the process of employee layoffs as part of its ongoing business restructuring efforts. According to sources cited in the report, Byju's is conducting the layoffs primarily through phone calls, followed by email notifications to affected employees.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sydney-cocaine-bricks-illicit-drugs-worth-around-one-million-washes-up-on-beaches-706932">Sydney cocaine bricks: Illicit drugs worth nearly one million wash up on beaches 
 
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In a string of incidents involving packages consisting of illicit drugs washing up on beaches in Australia’s Sydney, another five “bricks” of cocaine worth nearly AU$1 million ($650,720) were found by beachgoers, on Monday (Apr 1).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/trumps-truth-social-faces-4-billion-plunge-in-value-as-losses-mount-706841">Trump's Truth Social faces $4 billion plunge in value as losses mount 
 
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Former US President Donald Trump's media venture, Trump Media &amp; Technology Group, saw its value plummet by $4 billion within a week of its public debut on the Nasdaq Composite Index.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/over-150000-tourists-visited-asias-largest-tulip-garden-in-srinagar-706894">Over 150,000 tourists visit Asia’s largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in 10 days 
 
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Over 150,000 visitors have visited Asia's largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in the very first 10 days of its opening. This year over 1.7 million tulips of 73 varieties have been planted in the garden located between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan hills. The Tulip Garden remains one of the main attractions for the tourists visiting the Valley in the spring season.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-high-court-judges-have-received-mysterious-letters-reportedly-laced-with-anthrax-706966">Islamabad High Court judges receive mysterious letters reportedly laced with anthrax 
 
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At least eight Islamabad High Court judges have received mysterious letters reportedly containing anthrax, Pakistan-based ARY News reported on Tuesday (Apr 2). The letters did not have their address of the sender.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-t20-could-return-as-bcci-and-two-other-boards-begin-talks-706962">Champions League T20 could return as BCCI and two other boards begin talks 
 
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A decade since its last edition, the Champions League T20, fondly known as CLT20 among cricket fans, could be back, Nick Cummins - Cricket Victoria CEO, hinted. The game’s three biggest boards – the BCCI, ECB and CA, have begun talks on bringing back the competition, which Nick feels was ahead of its time.

At least 29 people have been killed and around 13 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nightclub in central Istanbul, on Tuesday (Apr 2), said the city governor’s office.

At least 29 people have been killed and around 13 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nightclub in central Istanbul, on Tuesday (Apr 2), said the city governor’s office. In other news, at least one child has died and two others have been wounded in a shooting at a school in the city of Vantaa in Finland on Tuesday, according to the Finnish police. Click on the headlines to read more: Fire at Istanbul nightclub kills at least 29, several others injured; five detained for questioning At least 29 people have been killed and around 13 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nightclub in central Istanbul, on Tuesday (Apr 2), said the city governor’s office. Ukraine launches drone attack on Russia’s third biggest oil refinery 800 miles from front lines Ukraine on Tuesday (Apr 2) claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia's third largest oil refinery, which is about 1,300 km from the front lines. The drone reportedly hit a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day. One killed, two injured in Finland school shooting near capital; 12-year-old suspect detained At least one child has died and two others have been wounded in a shooting at a school in the city of Vantaa in Finland on Tuesday (April 2), Finnish police say. It was earlier said that three victims, all of whom were 12 years old, had been injured and that the suspect, who was of the same age, has been detained. ‘Such accidents happen in wartime’: Netanyahu on death of aid workers in Gaza; released from hospital In a video message shared on X, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted that Israeli forces carried out the strike that took lives of seven World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza. The message came as he was discharged from Hadassah Medical Center-Ein Kerem in Jerusalem. Byju’s fires over 500 staffers over phone calls after reported delayed salaries In a recent development reported by Moneycontrol.com, Byju's, an Indian edtech firm, has started the process of employee layoffs as part of its ongoing business restructuring efforts. According to sources cited in the report, Byju's is conducting the layoffs primarily through phone calls, followed by email notifications to affected employees. Sydney cocaine bricks: Illicit drugs worth nearly one million wash up on beaches In a string of incidents involving packages consisting of illicit drugs washing up on beaches in Australia’s Sydney, another five “bricks” of cocaine worth nearly AU$1 million ($650,720) were found by beachgoers, on Monday (Apr 1). Trump's Truth Social faces $4 billion plunge in value as losses mount Former US President Donald Trump's media venture, Trump Media & Technology Group, saw its value plummet by $4 billion within a week of its public debut on the Nasdaq Composite Index. Over 150,000 tourists visit Asia’s largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in 10 days Over 150,000 visitors have visited Asia's largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in the very first 10 days of its opening. This year over 1.7 million tulips of 73 varieties have been planted in the garden located between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan hills. The Tulip Garden remains one of the main attractions for the tourists visiting the Valley in the spring season. Islamabad High Court judges receive mysterious letters reportedly laced with anthrax At least eight Islamabad High Court judges have received mysterious letters reportedly containing anthrax, Pakistan-based ARY News reported on Tuesday (Apr 2). The letters did not have their address of the sender. Champions League T20 could return as BCCI and two other boards begin talks A decade since its last edition, the Champions League T20, fondly known as CLT20 among cricket fans, could be back, Nick Cummins - Cricket Victoria CEO, hinted. The game’s three biggest boards – the BCCI, ECB and CA, have begun talks on bringing back the competition, which Nick feels was ahead of its time.

Top 10 world news: Fire at Istanbul nightclub kills 29; one child dies in Finland school shooting, and more

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the alleged excise policy scam in the national capital. In other news,&nbsp;United States President Joe Biden, while appreciating the local authorities for acting promptly seconds before the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, also hailed the Indian crew of the ship who sent the SOS.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-bjp-releases-7th-list-of-candidates-704915">No interim relief for Arvind Kejriwal from Delhi High Court, next hearing on April 3</a>

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The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate and&nbsp;only issued notices regarding the&nbsp;Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader's plea and posted the matter for further hearing on April 3.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/baltimore-bridge-collapse-joe-biden-appreciates-sos-sent-by-indian-crew-on-ship-704755">Baltimore bridge collapse: Joe Biden appreciates quick SOS sent by Indian crew on ship 
 
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United States President Joe Biden, while appreciating the local authorities for acting promptly seconds before the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, also hailed the Indian crew of the ship who sent the SOS.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/china-strongly-condemns-terrorist-attack-on-chinese-nationals-in-pakistan-704876">China ‘strongly condemns’ terrorist attack on Chinese nationals in Pakistan 
 
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Amid tensions following a series of attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed the media in a regular press conference on Wednesday (Mar 27), condemning the latest act of terrorism that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-eight-people-killed-after-israel-and-lebanons-hezbollah-exchange-fire-704850">At least eight killed in Israel and Hezbollah counterstrikes across Lebanon border 
 
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At least seven people were killed on Wednesday (Mar 27) after an Israeli airstrike on a paramedics centre linked to the Lebanon-based Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, reported the Associated Press citing officials.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-at-least-5-killed-as-coach-crashes-on-motorway-near-leipzig-city-704839">Germany: At least 5 killed as coach crashes on motorway near Leipzig city 
 
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At least five people were killed and numerous others were injured after a coach crashed on the A9 motorway near Leipzig city in eastern Germany on Wednesday (Mar 27).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-advances-towards-legalising-same-sex-marriage-bill-passed-in-lower-house-of-parliament-704753">Thailand: Bill legalising same-sex marriage passed in lower house of parliament 
 
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Thailand's lower house of parliament on Wednesday (Mar 27) approved a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex marriages.&nbsp;The bill still requires endorsement from the upper house Senate and royal approval to become law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/raw-sewage-spills-into-england-rivers-and-seas-doubles-in-2023-704845">Spills of raw sewage into England’s rivers and seas doubled in 2023 
 
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Water corporations' sewage discharges into England's rivers and oceans more than doubled in the previous year. The Environment Agency reports that there were 3.6 million spill hours in 2023 as opposed to 1.75 million hours in 2022.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-bjp-releases-7th-list-of-candidates-704915">Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP releases 7th list of candidates, fields Navneet Rana for Maharashtra's Amravati 
 
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India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its seventh list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, on Wednesday (Mar 27) and fielded sitting Member of Parliament (MP) Navneet Rana from the Amravati constituency in the state of Maharashtra.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nearly-83pc-of-unemployed-in-india-consists-of-youth-report-704909">Nearly 83 per cent of unemployed in India are young, says ILO report 
 
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India is facing a crisis of youth unemployment, with an alarming 83 per cent of the jobless population comprised of young individuals, according to a recent report released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). 
 
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It was a record-breaking night at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, where records were smashed left, right and centre as Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma ran riot with the bat.&nbsp;

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The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the alleged excise policy scam in the national capital.

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the alleged excise policy scam in the national capital. In other news, United States President Joe Biden, while appreciating the local authorities for acting promptly seconds before the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, also hailed the Indian crew of the ship who sent the SOS. Click on the headlines to read more: No interim relief for Arvind Kejriwal from Delhi High Court, next hearing on April 3 The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate and only issued notices regarding the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader's plea and posted the matter for further hearing on April 3. Baltimore bridge collapse: Joe Biden appreciates quick SOS sent by Indian crew on ship United States President Joe Biden, while appreciating the local authorities for acting promptly seconds before the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, also hailed the Indian crew of the ship who sent the SOS. China ‘strongly condemns’ terrorist attack on Chinese nationals in Pakistan Amid tensions following a series of attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed the media in a regular press conference on Wednesday (Mar 27), condemning the latest act of terrorism that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver. At least eight killed in Israel and Hezbollah counterstrikes across Lebanon border At least seven people were killed on Wednesday (Mar 27) after an Israeli airstrike on a paramedics centre linked to the Lebanon-based Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, reported the Associated Press citing officials. Germany: At least 5 killed as coach crashes on motorway near Leipzig city At least five people were killed and numerous others were injured after a coach crashed on the A9 motorway near Leipzig city in eastern Germany on Wednesday (Mar 27). Thailand: Bill legalising same-sex marriage passed in lower house of parliament Thailand's lower house of parliament on Wednesday (Mar 27) approved a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex marriages. The bill still requires endorsement from the upper house Senate and royal approval to become law. Spills of raw sewage into England’s rivers and seas doubled in 2023 Water corporations' sewage discharges into England's rivers and oceans more than doubled in the previous year. The Environment Agency reports that there were 3.6 million spill hours in 2023 as opposed to 1.75 million hours in 2022. Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP releases 7th list of candidates, fields Navneet Rana for Maharashtra's Amravati India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its seventh list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, on Wednesday (Mar 27) and fielded sitting Member of Parliament (MP) Navneet Rana from the Amravati constituency in the state of Maharashtra. Nearly 83 per cent of unemployed in India are young, says ILO report India is facing a crisis of youth unemployment, with an alarming 83 per cent of the jobless population comprised of young individuals, according to a recent report released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). IPL 2024: Travis Head smashes fastest fifty for SRH; 20 mins later, Abhishek Sharma breaks the record It was a record-breaking night at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, where records were smashed left, right and centre as Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma ran riot with the bat.

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Owners and managers of the Singapore-flagged container ship "DALI" said that the crew onboard the vessel that collided&nbsp;with a bridge in&nbsp;Baltimore&nbsp;earlier today were all Indians and&nbsp;"doing fine". In other news,&nbsp;Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26).&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/baltimore-key-bridge-collapse-shipping-vessel-had-an-all-indian-crew-704493">Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: DALI ship's all Indian crew 'doing fine', firm's rep tells WION 
 
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Owners and managers of the Singapore-flagged container ship "DALI" said that the crew onboard the vessel that collided with the bridge in&nbsp;Baltimore&nbsp;earlier today were all Indians.&nbsp;A representative of the shipping company told WION that all crew members onboard that vessel are "doing fine".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/julian-assange-extradition-on-hold-unless-us-ensures-no-death-penalty-uk-court-rules-704438">Julian Assange extradition on hold unless US ensures no death penalty, UK court rules 
 
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Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26) and added that Washington must offer certain assurances over his treatment including protection from the death penalty.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-media-firm-receives-considerable-valuation-on-first-trading-day-704506">Trump's Media firm receives considerable valuation on first trading day 
 
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Trump's social media venture, Trump Media &amp; Technology Group, commenced trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday (March 26)&nbsp;under the ticker DJT, experiencing an immediate surge in value, with a 40 per cent gain in early trading.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-summons-chinese-diplomat-over-malicious-cyber-activity-704499">Britain summons Chinese diplomat over ‘malicious cyber activity’ 
 
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Britain on Tuesday (Mar 26) summoned the chargé d’affaires of the Chinese embassy to register its protest against the alleged cyber-attacks from Chinese state actors against the UK’s democratic institutions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-five-chinese-nationals-killed-in-suicide-bomb-attack-in-pakistan-reports-704377">Five Chinese engineers, local driver killed in suicide bomb attack in Pakistan 
 
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At least five Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver have been killed after their convoy was attacked by a suicide bomber in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Tuesday (Mar 26), the police confirmed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-detains-nearly-150-over-alleged-isis-links-after-moscow-terror-attack-704489">Turkey detains nearly 150 over alleged ISIS links after Moscow terror attack 
 
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Turkish authorities have detained nearly 150 suspected Islamic State militants in nationwide raids after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow&nbsp;following reports that two of the alleged perpetrators entered Russia from Istanbul.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-tests-its-air-defence-amid-repeated-cross-strait-violations-by-china-704386">Taiwan tests its air defence amid repeated cross-strait violations by China 
 
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Taiwan on Tuesday (March 26) conducted air defence tests amid continued cross-strait "intrusions" by the Chinese forces. Taipei showed its military readiness with surface-to-air missiles and joint exercises with its air, land, and naval forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-firmly-supports-philippines-sovereignty-eam-jaishankar-704344">India firmly supports Philippines sovereignty: Jaishankar in wake of South China Sea incidents 
 
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India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S Jaishankar, standing alongside Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo in Manila, has reiterated New Delhi's unwavering support for the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty&nbsp;amidst escalating tensions in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-calls-bjp-lok-sabha-candidate-and-sandeshkhali-survivor-rekha-patra-704482">PM Modi speaks to Sandeshkhali survivor fielded by BJP in polls, calls her ‘Shakti Swaroopa’ 
 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 26) had a conversation with Sandeshkhali survivor Rekha Patra, who is now the Bharatiya Janata Party's Lok Sabha candidate from Basirhat. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/congress-digs-up-old-kangana-ranaut-video-calling-urmila-matondkar-a-soft-porn-star-704478">Congress digs up Kangana Ranaut’s old video calling Urmila Matondkar a ‘soft porn star’ 
 
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Hours after Congress party leader Supriya Shrinate clarified an objectionable post made concerning BJP candidate and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, the Congress party has now dug up an old interview of Ranaut calling actress Urmila Matondkar a 'soft porn star'.&nbsp;

Owners and managers of the Singapore-flagged container ship "DALI" said that the crew onboard the vessel that collided with a bridge in Baltimore earlier today were all Indians and "doing fine".

Owners and managers of the Singapore-flagged container ship "DALI" said that the crew onboard the vessel that collided with a bridge in Baltimore earlier today were all Indians and "doing fine". In other news, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26). Click on the headlines to read more: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: DALI ship's all Indian crew 'doing fine', firm's rep tells WION Owners and managers of the Singapore-flagged container ship "DALI" said that the crew onboard the vessel that collided with the bridge in Baltimore earlier today were all Indians. A representative of the shipping company told WION that all crew members onboard that vessel are "doing fine". Julian Assange extradition on hold unless US ensures no death penalty, UK court rules Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26) and added that Washington must offer certain assurances over his treatment including protection from the death penalty. Trump's Media firm receives considerable valuation on first trading day Trump's social media venture, Trump Media & Technology Group, commenced trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday (March 26) under the ticker DJT, experiencing an immediate surge in value, with a 40 per cent gain in early trading. Britain summons Chinese diplomat over ‘malicious cyber activity’ Britain on Tuesday (Mar 26) summoned the chargé d’affaires of the Chinese embassy to register its protest against the alleged cyber-attacks from Chinese state actors against the UK’s democratic institutions. Five Chinese engineers, local driver killed in suicide bomb attack in Pakistan At least five Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver have been killed after their convoy was attacked by a suicide bomber in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Tuesday (Mar 26), the police confirmed. Turkey detains nearly 150 over alleged ISIS links after Moscow terror attack Turkish authorities have detained nearly 150 suspected Islamic State militants in nationwide raids after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow following reports that two of the alleged perpetrators entered Russia from Istanbul. Taiwan tests its air defence amid repeated cross-strait violations by China Taiwan on Tuesday (March 26) conducted air defence tests amid continued cross-strait "intrusions" by the Chinese forces. Taipei showed its military readiness with surface-to-air missiles and joint exercises with its air, land, and naval forces. India firmly supports Philippines sovereignty: Jaishankar in wake of South China Sea incidents India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S Jaishankar, standing alongside Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo in Manila, has reiterated New Delhi's unwavering support for the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty amidst escalating tensions in the South China Sea. PM Modi speaks to Sandeshkhali survivor fielded by BJP in polls, calls her ‘Shakti Swaroopa’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 26) had a conversation with Sandeshkhali survivor Rekha Patra, who is now the Bharatiya Janata Party's Lok Sabha candidate from Basirhat. Congress digs up Kangana Ranaut’s old video calling Urmila Matondkar a ‘soft porn star’ Hours after Congress party leader Supriya Shrinate clarified an objectionable post made concerning BJP candidate and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, the Congress party has now dug up an old interview of Ranaut calling actress Urmila Matondkar a 'soft porn star'.

Top 10 news: Ship's all-Indian crew 'fine' after Baltimore bridge collapse; Assange extradition on hold & more

Overnight Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza City of Rafah have claimed the lives of "around 100" Palestinians including children, said the Hamas-run health ministry on Monday (Feb 12). In other news,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will&nbsp;visit Qatar on February 14 after concluding his visit to the UAE, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said in a special press conference on Monday (Feb 12).

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/overnight-airstrikes-kill-around-100-in-rafah-israel-rescues-two-hostages-689534">Overnight airstrikes kill ‘around 100’ in Rafah; Israel rescues two hostages 
 
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Overnight Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza City of Rafah have claimed the lives of "around 100" Palestinians including children, said the Hamas-run health ministry on Monday (Feb 12). Meanwhile, Israel reported that it had successfully rescued two hostages from the city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-pm-modi-to-visit-qatar-following-release-of-eight-ex-navy-personnel-689543">Indian PM Modi to visit Qatar following release of eight ex-navy personnel 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Qatar following the release of eight former Indian Navy personnel who were detained in the Gulf country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-revolutionary-upi-formally-launched-in-sri-lanka-and-mauritius-689447">India's UPI services formally launched in Sri Lanka and Mauritius; PM Modi attends virtual ceremony 
 
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India's revolutionary Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services were officially rolled out in Sri Lanka and Mauritius during a virtual ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his counterparts Mauritian PM Pravind Jugnauth and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Monday (Feb 12) afternoon.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bihar-cm-nitish-kumar-wins-trust-vote-in-a-major-setback-for-opposition-india-bloc-689530">India: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar wins trust vote in a major setback for opposition INDIA bloc 
 
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In a major victory for India’s ruling party BJP-led NDA alliance, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar won the trust vote in the state assembly with the support of 129 lawmakers.&nbsp;

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Thanks to humans, more than one fifth of the "magnificent" migratory species on Earth are facing an extinction threat. As per a landmark, United Nations report released on Monday (Feb 12), migratory species across the globe are under threat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eus-josep-borrell-says-nato-cannot-be-an-alliance-a-la-carte-689582">EU's Josep Borrell says NATO 'cannot be an alliance a la carte' 
 
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EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell reacted sharply on Monday (Feb 12) over Donald Trump's remark for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members, saying that the bloc "cannot be an alliance a la carte".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-gunman-kills-three-himself-at-shipping-company-in-rare-shooting-incident-689561">Greece: Gunman kills three, himself at shipping company in rare shooting incident 
 
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A disgruntled former employee fatally shot the head of a Greek shipping company and two others before killing himself at the firm’s office in the capital city of Athens on Monday (Feb 12), said a police spokesperson.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/court-orders-dutch-govt-to-stop-delivery-of-f-35-jet-parts-to-israel-over-human-rights-689595">Court orders Dutch govt to stop delivery of F-35 jet parts to Israel over human rights 
 
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A court in the Netherlands has ordered the government not to deliver parts of F-35 fighter jets to Israel amid allegations of human rights violations in Gaza.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-kl-rahul-ruled-out-of-rajkot-test-bcci-names-replacement-689563">IND vs ENG: KL Rahul ruled out of Rajkot Test, BCCI names replacement 
 
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India batter KL Rahul is ruled out of the third Test against England in Rajkot, while Ravindra Jadeja is declared fit to take the field in the next game. The BCCI, while announcing the squad for the remaining three Tests, announced that Jadeja and Rahul’s selection will depend on their fitness status.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-collaborates-with-adult-film-star-johnny-sins-for-an-ad-watch-689499">Ranveer Singh collaborates with internet personality Johnny Sins for an ad: Watch 
 
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Move over Super Bowl commercials, because a new advertisement featuring Bollywood heartthrob Ranveer Singh and popular adult film actor Johnny Sins has taken the internet by storm, showcasing a unique and desi take on promoting men's sexual health.

Overnight Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza City of Rafah have claimed the lives of "around 100" Palestinians including children, said the Hamas-run health ministry on Monday (Feb 12).

Overnight Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza City of Rafah have claimed the lives of "around 100" Palestinians including children, said the Hamas-run health ministry on Monday (Feb 12). In other news, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Qatar on February 14 after concluding his visit to the UAE, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said in a special press conference on Monday (Feb 12). Click on the headlines to read more: Overnight airstrikes kill ‘around 100’ in Rafah; Israel rescues two hostages Overnight Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza City of Rafah have claimed the lives of "around 100" Palestinians including children, said the Hamas-run health ministry on Monday (Feb 12). Meanwhile, Israel reported that it had successfully rescued two hostages from the city. Indian PM Modi to visit Qatar following release of eight ex-navy personnel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Qatar following the release of eight former Indian Navy personnel who were detained in the Gulf country. India's UPI services formally launched in Sri Lanka and Mauritius; PM Modi attends virtual ceremony India's revolutionary Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services were officially rolled out in Sri Lanka and Mauritius during a virtual ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his counterparts Mauritian PM Pravind Jugnauth and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Monday (Feb 12) afternoon. India: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar wins trust vote in a major setback for opposition INDIA bloc In a major victory for India’s ruling party BJP-led NDA alliance, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar won the trust vote in the state assembly with the support of 129 lawmakers. ‘Wake up call’: First-of-its-kind UN report finds 22% migratory animals face extinction, thanks to humans Thanks to humans, more than one fifth of the "magnificent" migratory species on Earth are facing an extinction threat. As per a landmark, United Nations report released on Monday (Feb 12), migratory species across the globe are under threat. EU's Josep Borrell says NATO 'cannot be an alliance a la carte' EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell reacted sharply on Monday (Feb 12) over Donald Trump's remark for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members, saying that the bloc "cannot be an alliance a la carte". Greece: Gunman kills three, himself at shipping company in rare shooting incident A disgruntled former employee fatally shot the head of a Greek shipping company and two others before killing himself at the firm’s office in the capital city of Athens on Monday (Feb 12), said a police spokesperson. Court orders Dutch govt to stop delivery of F-35 jet parts to Israel over human rights A court in the Netherlands has ordered the government not to deliver parts of F-35 fighter jets to Israel amid allegations of human rights violations in Gaza. IND vs ENG: KL Rahul ruled out of Rajkot Test, BCCI names replacement India batter KL Rahul is ruled out of the third Test against England in Rajkot, while Ravindra Jadeja is declared fit to take the field in the next game. The BCCI, while announcing the squad for the remaining three Tests, announced that Jadeja and Rahul’s selection will depend on their fitness status. Ranveer Singh collaborates with internet personality Johnny Sins for an ad: Watch Move over Super Bowl commercials, because a new advertisement featuring Bollywood heartthrob Ranveer Singh and popular adult film actor Johnny Sins has taken the internet by storm, showcasing a unique and desi take on promoting men's sexual health.

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The United States officials have approved plans for a series of strikes against Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria for over a number of days, CBS News reported on Thursday (Feb 1) citing government sources. In other news, while presenting the Interim Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hailed India's G20 presidency&nbsp;and described the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) forged during the New Delhi Leaders' Summit as a "strategic and economic game changer".&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-government-approves-strikes-against-iranian-targets-in-iraq-and-syria-report-686072">Biden government approves strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq and Syria: Report 
 
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The United States officials have approved plans for a series of strikes against Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria over a number of days, CBS News reported on Thursday (Feb 1) citing government sources.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/budget-2024-india-middle-east-europe-corridor-a-strategic-and-economic-game-changer-685870">Budget 2024 extends focus on India-Middle East-Europe corridor as 'strategic and economic game changer' 
 
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hailed India's G20 presidency and described the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a&nbsp;"strategic and economic game changer" in her&nbsp;sixth consecutive Union Budget speech on Thursday (Feb 1).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-imposes-additional-sanctions-on-myanmar-on-third-coup-anniversary-685964">US imposes additional sanctions on Myanmar on third coup anniversary 
 
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On the three-year anniversary of the coup in Myanmar, the United States intensified its sanctions on the military junta, targeting entities and individuals closely associated with it.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-student-found-dead-dead-in-cincinnati-third-such-death-in-a-week-in-us-685952">Indian student found dead in Cincinnati, third such incident in a week in US 
 
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Another Indian student has been discovered dead in&nbsp;Cincinnati, US, with the cause of death remaining unknown. This marks the third instance of an Indian student's death in the United States within the past week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-concerned-over-alleged-involvement-of-un-workers-in-oct-7-attacks-takes-note-of-icj-ruling-686046">India ‘concerned’ over alleged involvement of UN workers in Oct 7 attacks, takes note of ICJ ruling 
 
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Indian foreign ministry said Thursday (Feb 1) that it was extending financial assistance to Palestine both bilaterally and through the United Nations but warned that it had zero tolerance for terrorism.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-unlocks-50-bln-euros-financial-aid-for-ukraine-amid-shifting-focus-on-gaza-red-sea-685938">EU unlock 50bn euro financial aid for Ukraine amid shifting focus on Gaza, Red Sea 
 
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The European Union member states on Thursday (Feb 1) unanimously agreed to provide Ukraine with 50 billion euros in financial aid.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harassed-interrogated-and-deported-china-alleges-us-targeting-chinese-students-using-them-as-spies-685986">‘Harassed, interrogated and deported’: China alleges US targeting Chinese students, using them as spies 
 
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China has accused the United States of targeting Chinese students trying to legally enter the country by harassing and deporting them and also using them for espionage activities that threaten Chinese national interests.&nbsp;

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India's central bank - the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) - on Wednesday (Jan 31) ordered Paytm Payments Bank (the banking arm of Paytm) to stop accepting fresh deposits in its accounts or popular wallets from March.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/south-indian-states-as-separate-nation-congress-mp-dk-sureshs-remarks-trigger-major-row-686043">South Indian states as separate nation? Congress MP DK Suresh's remarks trigger major row 
 
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Congress MP DK Suresh, who is also the brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, on Thursday (Feb 1), claimed that he would demand a separate country status for the south Indian states, alleging that the central government is not releasing funds to south Indian states.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/universal-starts-pulling-out-music-of-artists-like-taylor-swift-drake-from-tiktok-after-talks-fail-686032">Universal starts pulling out music of artists like Taylor Swift, Drake from TikTok after talks fail 
 
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The music of Taylor Swift, Drake and Olivia Rodrigo will not be available on TikTok anymore and music label Universal Music Group has started removing the music catalogues of several performers that the label represents from the platform.&nbsp;

The United States officials have approved plans for a series of strikes against Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria for over a number of days, CBS News reported on Thursday (Feb 1) citing government sources.

The United States officials have approved plans for a series of strikes against Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria for over a number of days, CBS News reported on Thursday (Feb 1) citing government sources. In other news, while presenting the Interim Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hailed India's G20 presidency and described the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) forged during the New Delhi Leaders' Summit as a "strategic and economic game changer". Click on the headlines to read more: Biden government approves strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq and Syria: Report The United States officials have approved plans for a series of strikes against Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria over a number of days, CBS News reported on Thursday (Feb 1) citing government sources. Budget 2024 extends focus on India-Middle East-Europe corridor as 'strategic and economic game changer' Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hailed India's G20 presidency and described the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a "strategic and economic game changer" in her sixth consecutive Union Budget speech on Thursday (Feb 1). US imposes additional sanctions on Myanmar on third coup anniversary On the three-year anniversary of the coup in Myanmar, the United States intensified its sanctions on the military junta, targeting entities and individuals closely associated with it. Indian student found dead in Cincinnati, third such incident in a week in US Another Indian student has been discovered dead in Cincinnati, US, with the cause of death remaining unknown. This marks the third instance of an Indian student's death in the United States within the past week. India ‘concerned’ over alleged involvement of UN workers in Oct 7 attacks, takes note of ICJ ruling Indian foreign ministry said Thursday (Feb 1) that it was extending financial assistance to Palestine both bilaterally and through the United Nations but warned that it had zero tolerance for terrorism. EU unlock 50bn euro financial aid for Ukraine amid shifting focus on Gaza, Red Sea The European Union member states on Thursday (Feb 1) unanimously agreed to provide Ukraine with 50 billion euros in financial aid. ‘Harassed, interrogated and deported’: China alleges US targeting Chinese students, using them as spies China has accused the United States of targeting Chinese students trying to legally enter the country by harassing and deporting them and also using them for espionage activities that threaten Chinese national interests. Explained | RBI orders Paytm’s banking arm to stop fresh business. What happens next? India's central bank - the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) - on Wednesday (Jan 31) ordered Paytm Payments Bank (the banking arm of Paytm) to stop accepting fresh deposits in its accounts or popular wallets from March. South Indian states as separate nation? Congress MP DK Suresh's remarks trigger major row Congress MP DK Suresh, who is also the brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, on Thursday (Feb 1), claimed that he would demand a separate country status for the south Indian states, alleging that the central government is not releasing funds to south Indian states. Universal starts pulling out music of artists like Taylor Swift, Drake from TikTok after talks fail The music of Taylor Swift, Drake and Olivia Rodrigo will not be available on TikTok anymore and music label Universal Music Group has started removing the music catalogues of several performers that the label represents from the platform.

Top 10 world news: US may strike against Iranian targets in Iraq and Syria; India Interim Budget 2024, & more

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has dismissed reports about the White House spokesperson’s statement that Israel has agreed to a daily four-hour humanitarian pause in northern Gaza starting on Thursday (Nov 9). In other news,&nbsp;India said it has filed an appeal in Qatar over the death sentence awarded to eight Indians, who had been working at a company in Doha, in an alleged case of espionage.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-benjamin-netanyahu-refutes-white-house-statement-that-israel-agreed-to-daily-4-hour-humanitarian-pause-657026">PM Benjamin Netanyahu refutes White House statement that Israel agreed to daily 4-hour humanitarian pause 
 
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has dismissed reports about the White House spokesperson’s statement that Israel has agreed to a daily four-hour humanitarian pause in northern Gaza starting today on Thursday (Nov 9).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-files-appeal-against-death-sentence-awarded-to-eight-citizens-in-qatar-656941">India files appeal against death sentence awarded to eight citizens in Qatar 
 
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India on Thursday (Nov 9) said it has filed an appeal in Qatar over the death sentence awarded to eight Indians, who had been working at a company in Doha, in an alleged case of espionage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-passports-for-pakistanis-as-country-now-faces-shortage-of-lamination-paper-656979">No passports for Pakistanis as country now faces shortage of lamination paper 
 
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In yet another sign of Pakistan's weakening economy, the South Asian country's citizens are now facing difficulties to secure new passports due to scarcity of lamination paper.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-accounted-for-highest-burden-of-tb-cases-in-2022-in-world-who-report-656923">India accounted for world's highest burden of tuberculosis cases in 2022: WHO report&nbsp; 
 
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India carried the highest burden of tuberculosis (TB ) cases in the world in 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a report.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-islamophobia-antisemitism-xenophobia-the-many-faces-of-hate-in-the-us-656914">Explained | Islamophobia, antisemitism, Xenophobia: The many faces of hate in the US 
 
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The Joe Biden administration has warned schools and colleges in the United States that the nation is witnessing an "alarming rise" in antisemitism and Islamophobia. The authorities have urged educational institutions to take immediate action against the rising threats and harassment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-to-be-included-in-uk-safe-states-list-no-asylum-rights-for-countrys-illegal-migrants-656963">India to be included in UK safe states list, no asylum rights for country's illegal migrants 
 
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The UK government has proposed plans to include India in the expanded list of 'safe states' which will escalate the process of bringing illegal Indian migrants back to their country and rule out their chances of getting asylum in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vivek-ramaswamy-calls-ukraines-zelensky-nazi-during-gop-presidential-debate-campaign-clarifies-remark-656972">Vivek Ramaswamy calls Ukraine’s Zelensky ‘Nazi’ during GOP presidential debate; campaign clarifies remark 
 
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Republican White House hopeful and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calling&nbsp;Zelensky, who is Jewish, a “Nazi” during the debate in Miami, Florida.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-condemns-threats-issued-by-khalistanis-expresses-willingness-to-discuss-issues-with-canada-656953">India condemns threats issued by Khalistanis, expresses willingness to discuss issues with Canada 
 
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India on Thursday (Nov 9) strongly condemned the threats issued by Khalistani extremists against Air India flights, while expressing willingness to discuss with Canada the tensions that arose after the killing of a Khalistani terrorist in that country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-armed-rebellion-puts-country-at-risk-of-breaking-apart-says-junta-backed-president-656919">Myanmar: Armed rebellion puts country at risk of breaking apart, says junta-backed president 
 
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Myanmar’s junta-backed president said that the country is at risk of breaking apart if the military cannot manage the joint offensive by ethnic armed groups along the border with China, state media reported on Thursday (Nov 9).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/odi-world-cup-advantage-new-zealand-in-sf-race-as-kiwis-end-4-match-losing-streak-with-5-wicket-win-vs-sl-656983">ODI World Cup: Advantage New Zealand in SF race as Kiwis end 4-match losing streak with 5-wicket win vs SL 
 
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It will be advantage New Zealand in the race for the semifinal spot in the ODI World Cup after the Kiwis registered a big five-wicket win against Sri Lanka at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in the south Indian city of Bengaluru. With the last remaining semifinal spot at stake, New Zealand registered the win with 26.4 overs to spare and in the process boosted their Net Run Rate (NRR).

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has dismissed reports about the White House spokesperson’s statement that Israel has agreed to a daily four-hour humanitarian pause in northern Gaza starting on Thursday (Nov 9).

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has dismissed reports about the White House spokesperson’s statement that Israel has agreed to a daily four-hour humanitarian pause in northern Gaza starting on Thursday (Nov 9). In other news, India said it has filed an appeal in Qatar over the death sentence awarded to eight Indians, who had been working at a company in Doha, in an alleged case of espionage. Click on the headlines to read more: PM Benjamin Netanyahu refutes White House statement that Israel agreed to daily 4-hour humanitarian pause Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has dismissed reports about the White House spokesperson’s statement that Israel has agreed to a daily four-hour humanitarian pause in northern Gaza starting today on Thursday (Nov 9). India files appeal against death sentence awarded to eight citizens in Qatar India on Thursday (Nov 9) said it has filed an appeal in Qatar over the death sentence awarded to eight Indians, who had been working at a company in Doha, in an alleged case of espionage. No passports for Pakistanis as country now faces shortage of lamination paper In yet another sign of Pakistan's weakening economy, the South Asian country's citizens are now facing difficulties to secure new passports due to scarcity of lamination paper. India accounted for world's highest burden of tuberculosis cases in 2022: WHO report India carried the highest burden of tuberculosis (TB ) cases in the world in 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a report. Explained | Islamophobia, antisemitism, Xenophobia: The many faces of hate in the US The Joe Biden administration has warned schools and colleges in the United States that the nation is witnessing an "alarming rise" in antisemitism and Islamophobia. The authorities have urged educational institutions to take immediate action against the rising threats and harassment. India to be included in UK safe states list, no asylum rights for country's illegal migrants The UK government has proposed plans to include India in the expanded list of 'safe states' which will escalate the process of bringing illegal Indian migrants back to their country and rule out their chances of getting asylum in the country. Vivek Ramaswamy calls Ukraine’s Zelensky ‘Nazi’ during GOP presidential debate; campaign clarifies remark Republican White House hopeful and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calling Zelensky, who is Jewish, a “Nazi” during the debate in Miami, Florida. India condemns threats issued by Khalistanis, expresses willingness to discuss issues with Canada India on Thursday (Nov 9) strongly condemned the threats issued by Khalistani extremists against Air India flights, while expressing willingness to discuss with Canada the tensions that arose after the killing of a Khalistani terrorist in that country. Myanmar: Armed rebellion puts country at risk of breaking apart, says junta-backed president Myanmar’s junta-backed president said that the country is at risk of breaking apart if the military cannot manage the joint offensive by ethnic armed groups along the border with China, state media reported on Thursday (Nov 9). ODI World Cup: Advantage New Zealand in SF race as Kiwis end 4-match losing streak with 5-wicket win vs SL It will be advantage New Zealand in the race for the semifinal spot in the ODI World Cup after the Kiwis registered a big five-wicket win against Sri Lanka at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in the south Indian city of Bengaluru. With the last remaining semifinal spot at stake, New Zealand registered the win with 26.4 overs to spare and in the process boosted their Net Run Rate (NRR).

Top 10 world news: Israel refutes US statement about daily 4-hour humanitarian 'pause' in Gaza, and more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians during his&nbsp;talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19) and&nbsp;reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue. In other news,&nbsp;UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak became the latest world leader to visit Israel in the wake of its war with Hamas.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-pledges-humanitarian-aid-to-palestinians-in-talks-with-palestinian-authority-president-abbas-648839">Modi pledges humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with President Abbas 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19) and reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sunak-wants-israel-to-win-condemns-nazi-hamas-while-increasing-aid-for-palestinians-648834">Sunak wants Israel to 'win', condemns 'Nazi' Hamas while increasing aid for Palestinians 
 
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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak became the latest world leader to visit Israel in the wake of its war with Hamas. Sunak met his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu in a staunch show of support for the war-ravaged nation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-used-north-korea-made-weapons-in-its-attack-against-israel-report-648786">Hamas used North Korea-made weapons in its attack against Israel: Report 
 
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Israeli soldiers have reportedly found North Korea-made artillery from Hamas militants, indicating Pyongyang’s involvement in the illegal supply of weapons to militant groups as a way to fund its nuclear weapons programme.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-at-least-7-palestinians-killed-in-west-bank-amid-clashes-over-520-arrested-648878">Israel-Hamas war: At least 7 Palestinians killed across West Bank; 10 Israeli officers injured amid clashes 
 
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At least seven Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces across the West Bank, on Thursday (Oct 19) according to the Palestinian health ministry.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-test-fish-after-fukushima-nuclear-plant-water-release-iaea-expects-no-change-648846">Scientists test fish after Fukushima nuclear plant water release, IAEA expects ‘no change’ 
 
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A team of scientists collected fish samples from the port town near Japan’s crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant, on Thursday (Oct 19) for the first time since the release of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-military-bases-attacked-in-eastern-syria-report-648871">Two US military bases attacked in eastern Syria: Report 
 
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Two US military bases in eastern Syria came under drone attacks reportedly launched by Iran-backed groups. Lebanon's Iran-aligned Al Mayadeen TV on Thursday reported (Oct 19) a drone attack on the Al-Tanf base near Syria's borders with Iraq and Jordan, and a missile attack on the Conoco base in the countryside of the northern Deir al-Zor region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malala-calls-on-israel-to-let-aid-for-gaza-flow-directs-300k-to-3-charities-assisting-palestinians-648812">Malala calls on Israel to let aid for Gaza flow, directs $300K to three charities assisting Palestinians 
 
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The Gaza hospital attack is being widely condemned by world leaders and human rights activists alike. Joining the voices now is Malala Yousafzai, the Nobel Prize winner who condemned the horrific incident that led to the killing of hundreds of Palestinians.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-exiled-former-pm-nawaz-sharif-gets-bail-ahead-of-his-return-this-week-648709">Pakistan: Exiled former PM Nawaz Sharif gets bail ahead of his return this week</a> 
 
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A Pakistani court on Thursday granted bail to the country’s exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, clearing legal hurdles ahead of his potential return to the South Asian nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/situation-in-gaza-difficult-for-evacuation-says-government-on-indians-stranded-in-conflict-torn-region-648860">'Situation in Gaza difficult for evacuation,' says government on Indians stranded in conflict-torn region 
 
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India's External Affairs Ministry, on Thursday (Oct 19), said that the present situation in Gaza is unfavourable for an evacuation and the four Indian citizens stranded in the conflict-torn region will be repatriated as soon as New Delhi gets a chance.

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When was the last time you saw a hero or lead character taking on and taming a wildly ferociously striped hyena, all with his bare hands? Perhaps, such an introduction sequence would have seemed great in a Bahubali-like film.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians during his talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19) and reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians during his talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19) and reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue. In other news, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak became the latest world leader to visit Israel in the wake of its war with Hamas. Click on the headlines to read more: Modi pledges humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with President Abbas Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday (Oct 19) and reiterated India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue. Sunak wants Israel to 'win', condemns 'Nazi' Hamas while increasing aid for Palestinians UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak became the latest world leader to visit Israel in the wake of its war with Hamas. Sunak met his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu in a staunch show of support for the war-ravaged nation. Hamas used North Korea-made weapons in its attack against Israel: Report Israeli soldiers have reportedly found North Korea-made artillery from Hamas militants, indicating Pyongyang’s involvement in the illegal supply of weapons to militant groups as a way to fund its nuclear weapons programme. Israel-Hamas war: At least 7 Palestinians killed across West Bank; 10 Israeli officers injured amid clashes At least seven Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces across the West Bank, on Thursday (Oct 19) according to the Palestinian health ministry. Scientists test fish after Fukushima nuclear plant water release, IAEA expects ‘no change’ A team of scientists collected fish samples from the port town near Japan’s crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant, on Thursday (Oct 19) for the first time since the release of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea. Two US military bases attacked in eastern Syria: Report Two US military bases in eastern Syria came under drone attacks reportedly launched by Iran-backed groups. Lebanon's Iran-aligned Al Mayadeen TV on Thursday reported (Oct 19) a drone attack on the Al-Tanf base near Syria's borders with Iraq and Jordan, and a missile attack on the Conoco base in the countryside of the northern Deir al-Zor region. Malala calls on Israel to let aid for Gaza flow, directs $300K to three charities assisting Palestinians The Gaza hospital attack is being widely condemned by world leaders and human rights activists alike. Joining the voices now is Malala Yousafzai, the Nobel Prize winner who condemned the horrific incident that led to the killing of hundreds of Palestinians. Pakistan: Exiled former PM Nawaz Sharif gets bail ahead of his return this week A Pakistani court on Thursday granted bail to the country’s exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, clearing legal hurdles ahead of his potential return to the South Asian nation. 'Situation in Gaza difficult for evacuation,' says government on Indians stranded in conflict-torn region India's External Affairs Ministry, on Thursday (Oct 19), said that the present situation in Gaza is unfavourable for an evacuation and the four Indian citizens stranded in the conflict-torn region will be repatriated as soon as New Delhi gets a chance. LEO review: A Vijay film with Lokesh Kanagaraj trademarks, falters after a fast-paced first-half When was the last time you saw a hero or lead character taking on and taming a wildly ferociously striped hyena, all with his bare hands? Perhaps, such an introduction sequence would have seemed great in a Bahubali-like film.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured Kibbutz Be’eri and Kibbutz Kfar Azza, two of the worst-hit border communities after Hamas' attack. This was the first time that he visited the site. In other news,&nbsp;Ahmedabad was painted blue on Saturday (Oct 14) as Team India won the ODI World Cup contest against arch-rivals Pakistan to maintain their perfect record.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured Kibbutz Be’eri and Kibbutz Kfar Azza, two of the worst-hit border communities after Hamas' attack. This was the first time that he visited the site over a week after the attack by the Palestinian militants.&nbsp;

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Ahmedabad was painted blue on Saturday (Oct 14) as Team India won the ODI World Cup contest against arch-rivals Pakistan to maintain their perfect record. Led by Rohit Sharma’s 86-run knock, the Men in Blue have extended their winning streak to 8-0 after another dominant display in the ODI World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-palace-of-versailles-louvre-museum-evacuated-after-bomb-threat-amid-high-alert-646872">Palace of Versailles, Louvre Museum evacuated after bomb threats amid ‘high alert’ in France 
 
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The Louvre Museum in Paris and the Palace of Versailles were evacuated on Saturday (Oct 14) after receiving bomb threats, according to news agency AFP. This comes a day after the country raised the alert level to the highest.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-prime-minister-chris-hipkins-concedes-election-defeat-646744">New Zealand: Christopher Luxon claims election victory after incumbent PM Chris Hipkins concedes defeat 
 
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New Zealanders, on Saturday (Oct 14), voted for a change placing conservative former businessman Christopher Luxon in the position to be the next prime minister of the country.&nbsp;Incumbent Prime Minister and Labour leader Chris Hipkins conceded his defeat and said that his party's six years in power were over.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-israeli-army-claims-to-have-killed-hamas-commander-who-led-attack-646746">Israel-Hamas war: Israeli army claims to have killed two Hamas commanders who led attack 
 
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The Israeli army claims to have killed the commander of the Hamas’ commando forces, on Saturday (Oct 14) who led the deadly attack on southern Israel, last week. This comes after Israel said that it killed a senior commander of Hamas who headed their aerial operations in Gaza City.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-poised-to-reject-indigenous-voice-referendum-to-amend-122-year-old-constitution-646721">Australia rejects indigenous voice referendum seeking to amend 122-year-old constitution 
 
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Australia, in a significant setback in its reconciliation efforts with the Indigenous population, rejected a referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the country's constitution on Saturday (Oct 14).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-blames-israel-for-missile-fire-that-hit-journalists-israeli-army-probes-incident-646823">Lebanon blames Israel for missile attack that hit journalists; Israeli army probes incident 
 
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The Lebanese army said on Saturday (Oct 14) that Israel was behind the cross-border rocket fire that killed a Reuters journalist and wounded others from AFP, Reuters and Al Jazeera. In a statement, the army said that Israeli forces fired a rocket shell that hit a civilian car belonging to a media team.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blinken-meets-saudi-foreign-minsiter-says-hamas-not-representative-of-palestinian-people-646798">Antony Blinken meets Saudi foreign minister, says Hamas 'not representative' of Palestinians 
 
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday (Oct 14) met Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal Bin Farhan, and both leaders held a joint press conference on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-pm-narendra-modi-confirms-2036-olympics-bid-646879">Indian PM Narendra Modi confirms 2036 Olympics bid 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Oct 14) announced India's bid for the 2036 Olympics, saying the country will leave "no stone unturned" to successfully host the quadrennial event.&nbsp;

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India vs Pakistan, the most-awaited match of the ICC World Cup 2023, is currently underway at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. On Saturday (Oct 14), the match started with a high-beat performance by singers Arijit Singh, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sukhwinder Singh.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured Kibbutz Be’eri and Kibbutz Kfar Azza, two of the worst-hit border communities after Hamas' attack. This was the first time that he visited the site.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured Kibbutz Be’eri and Kibbutz Kfar Azza, two of the worst-hit border communities after Hamas' attack. This was the first time that he visited the site. In other news, Ahmedabad was painted blue on Saturday (Oct 14) as Team India won the ODI World Cup contest against arch-rivals Pakistan to maintain their perfect record. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel-Hamas war LIVE | Israeli PM visits site of Hamas assault for first time, a week after the attack Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured Kibbutz Be’eri and Kibbutz Kfar Azza, two of the worst-hit border communities after Hamas' attack. This was the first time that he visited the site over a week after the attack by the Palestinian militants. ODI World Cup: Rohit Sharma's fifty paints Ahmedabad blue as India maintain perfect winning record vs Pakistan Ahmedabad was painted blue on Saturday (Oct 14) as Team India won the ODI World Cup contest against arch-rivals Pakistan to maintain their perfect record. Led by Rohit Sharma’s 86-run knock, the Men in Blue have extended their winning streak to 8-0 after another dominant display in the ODI World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Palace of Versailles, Louvre Museum evacuated after bomb threats amid ‘high alert’ in France The Louvre Museum in Paris and the Palace of Versailles were evacuated on Saturday (Oct 14) after receiving bomb threats, according to news agency AFP. This comes a day after the country raised the alert level to the highest. New Zealand: Christopher Luxon claims election victory after incumbent PM Chris Hipkins concedes defeat New Zealanders, on Saturday (Oct 14), voted for a change placing conservative former businessman Christopher Luxon in the position to be the next prime minister of the country. Incumbent Prime Minister and Labour leader Chris Hipkins conceded his defeat and said that his party's six years in power were over. Israel-Hamas war: Israeli army claims to have killed two Hamas commanders who led attack The Israeli army claims to have killed the commander of the Hamas’ commando forces, on Saturday (Oct 14) who led the deadly attack on southern Israel, last week. This comes after Israel said that it killed a senior commander of Hamas who headed their aerial operations in Gaza City. Australia rejects indigenous voice referendum seeking to amend 122-year-old constitution Australia, in a significant setback in its reconciliation efforts with the Indigenous population, rejected a referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the country's constitution on Saturday (Oct 14). Lebanon blames Israel for missile attack that hit journalists; Israeli army probes incident The Lebanese army said on Saturday (Oct 14) that Israel was behind the cross-border rocket fire that killed a Reuters journalist and wounded others from AFP, Reuters and Al Jazeera. In a statement, the army said that Israeli forces fired a rocket shell that hit a civilian car belonging to a media team. Antony Blinken meets Saudi foreign minister, says Hamas 'not representative' of Palestinians US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday (Oct 14) met Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal Bin Farhan, and both leaders held a joint press conference on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Indian PM Narendra Modi confirms 2036 Olympics bid Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Oct 14) announced India's bid for the 2036 Olympics, saying the country will leave "no stone unturned" to successfully host the quadrennial event. Ind vs Pak: Arijit, Sunidhi and others gave impressive performance at pre-match ceremony - watch India vs Pakistan, the most-awaited match of the ICC World Cup 2023, is currently underway at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. On Saturday (Oct 14), the match started with a high-beat performance by singers Arijit Singh, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sukhwinder Singh.

Top 10 world news: Israel-Hamas war updates, India wins ODI World Cup match against Pakistan, and more

The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize went to Narges Mohammadi. She was arrested for the first time in Iran for her criticism of the country's regime&nbsp;in 1998. In other news,&nbsp;The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-life-freedom-will-nobel-peace-prize-to-irans-narges-mohammadi-energise-struggle-for-womens-rights-643430">Women, Life, Freedom — Will Nobel Peace Prize to Iran's Narges Mohammadi energise struggle for women's rights? 
 
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The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was arrested for the first time in Iran for her criticism of the country's regime twenty-five years ago in 1998.

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The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Rescue workers are still searching through the rubble for bodies after what Kyiv said was one of Russia's deadliest attacks on civilians since the beginning of its invasion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-endorses-jim-jordan-for-job-of-house-speaker-he-will-be-a-great-speaker-643425">Donald Trump endorses Jim Jordan for job of House speaker: 'He will be a GREAT Speaker' 
 
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Former United States president Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 6) endorsed hard-right Republican, Ohio congressman Jim Jordan, for the job of speaker of the House of Representatives, succeeding Kevin McCarthy.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-evacuates-diplomats-from-india-after-new-delhi-asks-for-staff-reduction-643197">Nijjar row: Canada evacuates diplomats from India, moves them to Singapore, Malaysia 
 
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Days after India asked Canada to withdraw at least 41 diplomats from New Delhi by October 10 so that parity can be achieved in the number of diplomatic staff present in each country, Ottawa evacuated its diplomatic staff from its High Commission in India and shifted them to Southeast Asia, as per a media report.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/world-food-price-index-mostly-stable-in-september-sugar-prices-hit-13-year-high-due-to-el-nino-fao-643378">World sugar prices hit 13-year high in Sep due to El Nino; food price index 'mostly stable': FAO 
 
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Global sugar prices soared to their highest level in almost 13 years in September due to the El Nino weather phenomenon in India and Thailand, the UN food agency said on Friday (Oct 6), while noting that the overall food index was mostly stable nevertheless.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/people-may-experience-long-colds-after-respiratory-illness-not-only-covid-study-643382">People may experience 'long colds' after respiratory illness, not only Covid: Study 
 
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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. However, scientists now suggest that symptoms that last for a long time could be because of "long colds", which are just as common as long Covid.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tanzanias-first-woman-president-samia-hassan-to-visit-delhi-next-week-643358">Tanzania's first woman President, Samia Hassan, to visit Delhi next week 
 
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Tanzania's first women president, Samia Suluhu Hassan, is poised to embark on a significant visit to India next week, cementing the burgeoning relationship between these two Indian Ocean neighbours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/isro-to-take-possession-of-gaganyaan-crew-module-for-helicopter-drop-tests-643308">ISRO to take possession of Gaganyaan Crew Module for helicopter-drop tests 
 
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As part of the ongoing testing process for the Gaganyaan Human spaceflight mission, the Indian space agency is to take possession of crucial flight hardware. Known as the Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-CM) Crew Module structure, this is the shell within which the Indian astronauts would be safely nestled in during their rocket-powered journey to space, their stay in orbit, and back.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ivory-coast-president-alassane-ouattara-removes-pm-dissolves-government-643399">Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara removes PM, dissolves government</a> 
 
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Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara has removed his prime minister and dissolved his cabinet on Friday (Oct 6), said the presidency’s secretary general Aboudramane Cisse, according to Reuters.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/odi-world-cup-2023-pakistan-boss-netherlands-despite-bas-de-leedes-heroics-win-by-81-runs-643434">ODI World Cup 2023: Pakistan boss Netherlands despite Bas de Leede’s heroics, win by 81 runs 
 
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Pakistan opened their Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign with a 81-run win over the Netherlands on Friday in Hyderabad. Far from convincing, but this win will up their momentum in this long ten-team tournament.&nbsp;

The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize went to Narges Mohammadi. She was arrested for the first time in Iran for her criticism of the country's regime in 1998. In other news, The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters.

The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize went to Narges Mohammadi. She was arrested for the first time in Iran for her criticism of the country's regime in 1998. In other news, The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Click on the headlines to read more: Women, Life, Freedom — Will Nobel Peace Prize to Iran's Narges Mohammadi energise struggle for women's rights? The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was arrested for the first time in Iran for her criticism of the country's regime twenty-five years ago in 1998. Ukraine: Death toll from Hroza strike rises to 52; UN team deployed to investigate The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Rescue workers are still searching through the rubble for bodies after what Kyiv said was one of Russia's deadliest attacks on civilians since the beginning of its invasion. Donald Trump endorses Jim Jordan for job of House speaker: 'He will be a GREAT Speaker' Former United States president Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 6) endorsed hard-right Republican, Ohio congressman Jim Jordan, for the job of speaker of the House of Representatives, succeeding Kevin McCarthy. Nijjar row: Canada evacuates diplomats from India, moves them to Singapore, Malaysia Days after India asked Canada to withdraw at least 41 diplomats from New Delhi by October 10 so that parity can be achieved in the number of diplomatic staff present in each country, Ottawa evacuated its diplomatic staff from its High Commission in India and shifted them to Southeast Asia, as per a media report. World sugar prices hit 13-year high in Sep due to El Nino; food price index 'mostly stable': FAO Global sugar prices soared to their highest level in almost 13 years in September due to the El Nino weather phenomenon in India and Thailand, the UN food agency said on Friday (Oct 6), while noting that the overall food index was mostly stable nevertheless. People may experience 'long colds' after respiratory illness, not only Covid: Study The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. However, scientists now suggest that symptoms that last for a long time could be because of "long colds", which are just as common as long Covid. Tanzania's first woman President, Samia Hassan, to visit Delhi next week Tanzania's first women president, Samia Suluhu Hassan, is poised to embark on a significant visit to India next week, cementing the burgeoning relationship between these two Indian Ocean neighbours. ISRO to take possession of Gaganyaan Crew Module for helicopter-drop tests As part of the ongoing testing process for the Gaganyaan Human spaceflight mission, the Indian space agency is to take possession of crucial flight hardware. Known as the Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-CM) Crew Module structure, this is the shell within which the Indian astronauts would be safely nestled in during their rocket-powered journey to space, their stay in orbit, and back. Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara removes PM, dissolves government Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara has removed his prime minister and dissolved his cabinet on Friday (Oct 6), said the presidency’s secretary general Aboudramane Cisse, according to Reuters. ODI World Cup 2023: Pakistan boss Netherlands despite Bas de Leede’s heroics, win by 81 runs Pakistan opened their Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign with a 81-run win over the Netherlands on Friday in Hyderabad. Far from convincing, but this win will up their momentum in this long ten-team tournament.

Top 10 world news: Nobel Peace Prize winner, death toll after strike in Ukraine's Hroza rises to 52, and more

India at UNGA:&nbsp;India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26). During his speech, the minister said that political convenience cannot determine the response towards terrorism and extremism, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between India and Canada over the issue of the latter providing a safe haven to Khalistani extremists.&nbsp;

Russia-Ukraine war:&nbsp;Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander Admiral Viktor Sokolov, who Ukraine claimed it had killed in a missile strike, was seen attending a meeting in the images and video shared by Russia's defence ministry on Tuesday (Sep 26).&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/political-convenience-cannot-determine-response-to-extremism-says-indian-eam-amid-canada-row-639879">Political convenience cannot determine response to extremism, says Indian EAM amid Canada row 
 
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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York and said that political convenience cannot determine the response towards terrorism and extremism amid escalating diplomatic tension between India and Canada over the issue of the latter providing a safe haven to Khalistani extremists.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-black-sea-fleet-commander-attends-meeting-after-ukraine-claims-killing-him-639807">Russian Black Sea Fleet commander, who Ukraine claimed it had killed, appears at meeting 
 
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Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander Admiral Viktor Sokolov, who Ukraine claimed it had killed in a missile strike, was seen attending a meeting in the images and video shared by Russia's defence ministry on Tuesday (Sep 26).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-navalny-appeals-against-19-year-imprisonment-on-extremism-charges-639860">Russia's Navalny appeals against 19-year imprisonment on extremism charges 
 
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Russia on Tuesday (Sep 26) started hearing jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's appeal against the decision of the court to imprison him for 19 years on extremism-linked charges.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/terrorist-hardeep-singh-nijjar-was-hit-with-34-bullets-fired-by-men-in-sikh-getup-report-639697">Terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was hit with 34 bullets fired by men in 'Sikh getup': Report 
 
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The killing of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a leader in a widely denounced separatist cause of Khalistan, has now emerged as a "larger and more organised" operation than previously known, according to footage from the site of the killing reported by the Washington Post.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-seeks-to-rejoin-un-human-rights-council-a-year-after-being-removed-639880">Russia seeks to rejoin UN Human Rights Council, a year after being removed 
 
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More than a year after being expelled from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Russia is seeking to rejoin the forum. According to a position paper Russia is circulating in the UN and accessed by&nbsp;BBC, Moscow is pushing member nations to extend support to the motion.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zoleka-mandela-nelson-mandelas-granddaughter-dies-at-43-after-long-battle-with-cancer-639884">Zoleka Mandela: Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter, dies at 43 after long battle with cancer 
 
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Author and activist Zoleka Mandela, granddaughter of South Africa’s first democratically elected president and civil rights leader Nelson Mandela, has passed away at the age of 43 following a long battle with cancer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-to-take-part-in-striking-autoworkers-picket-line-white-house-calls-it-historic-639893">Biden to take part in striking autoworkers picket line, White House calls it 'historic'</a> 
 
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United States President Joe Biden will be participating in the United Auto Workers picket line on Tuesday (September 26). This will be the strongest show of support by the leader for union members who have been striking against Ford, Stellantis and General Motors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africa-at-least-8-killed-after-being-electrocuted-amid-heavy-rains-floods-in-cape-town-639899">South Africa: At least 8 killed amid heavy rains, floods in Cape Town 
 
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At least eight people, including four children, died by electrocution in two separate incidents after days of heavy rain-triggered floods in informal settlements near the South African city of Cape Town.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jpmorgan-settles-epstein-sex-trafficking-lawsuit-with-us-virgin-islands-to-pay-75million-639887">JPMorgan settles Epstein sex trafficking lawsuit with US Virgin Islands, to pay $75million 
 
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US banking giant JPMorgan Chase has reached an agreement with the US Virgin Islands (USVI) to settle claims it empowered disgraced paedophile Jeffrey Epstein's abuse of teenage girls.&nbsp;The bank did not admit to any wrongdoing in the settlement which will give $55 million to Virgin Islands charities and the American territory's anti-trafficking efforts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-greenlights-plan-to-deport-over-1-million-afghans-report-639902">Pakistan greenlights plan to deport over 1 million Afghans: Report 
 
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The caretaker government in Pakistan is planning to repatriate over 1.1 million Afghan nationals living illegally in the country back to Afghanistan, said a report in Pakistani media. News website MMNews said that the cabinet on Tuesday (September 26) okayed such a move.&nbsp;

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India at UNGA: India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26). During his speech, the minister said that political convenience cannot determine the response towards terrorism and extremism, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between India and Canada over the issue of the latter providing a safe haven to Khalistani extremists.

India at UNGA: India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26). During his speech, the minister said that political convenience cannot determine the response towards terrorism and extremism, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between India and Canada over the issue of the latter providing a safe haven to Khalistani extremists. Russia-Ukraine war: Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander Admiral Viktor Sokolov, who Ukraine claimed it had killed in a missile strike, was seen attending a meeting in the images and video shared by Russia's defence ministry on Tuesday (Sep 26). Click on the headlines to read more: Political convenience cannot determine response to extremism, says Indian EAM amid Canada row India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York and said that political convenience cannot determine the response towards terrorism and extremism amid escalating diplomatic tension between India and Canada over the issue of the latter providing a safe haven to Khalistani extremists. Russian Black Sea Fleet commander, who Ukraine claimed it had killed, appears at meeting Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander Admiral Viktor Sokolov, who Ukraine claimed it had killed in a missile strike, was seen attending a meeting in the images and video shared by Russia's defence ministry on Tuesday (Sep 26). Russia's Navalny appeals against 19-year imprisonment on extremism charges Russia on Tuesday (Sep 26) started hearing jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's appeal against the decision of the court to imprison him for 19 years on extremism-linked charges. Terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was hit with 34 bullets fired by men in 'Sikh getup': Report The killing of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a leader in a widely denounced separatist cause of Khalistan, has now emerged as a "larger and more organised" operation than previously known, according to footage from the site of the killing reported by the Washington Post. Russia seeks to rejoin UN Human Rights Council, a year after being removed More than a year after being expelled from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Russia is seeking to rejoin the forum. According to a position paper Russia is circulating in the UN and accessed by BBC, Moscow is pushing member nations to extend support to the motion. Zoleka Mandela: Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter, dies at 43 after long battle with cancer Author and activist Zoleka Mandela, granddaughter of South Africa’s first democratically elected president and civil rights leader Nelson Mandela, has passed away at the age of 43 following a long battle with cancer. Biden to take part in striking autoworkers picket line, White House calls it 'historic' United States President Joe Biden will be participating in the United Auto Workers picket line on Tuesday (September 26). This will be the strongest show of support by the leader for union members who have been striking against Ford, Stellantis and General Motors. South Africa: At least 8 killed amid heavy rains, floods in Cape Town At least eight people, including four children, died by electrocution in two separate incidents after days of heavy rain-triggered floods in informal settlements near the South African city of Cape Town. JPMorgan settles Epstein sex trafficking lawsuit with US Virgin Islands, to pay $75million US banking giant JPMorgan Chase has reached an agreement with the US Virgin Islands (USVI) to settle claims it empowered disgraced paedophile Jeffrey Epstein's abuse of teenage girls. The bank did not admit to any wrongdoing in the settlement which will give $55 million to Virgin Islands charities and the American territory's anti-trafficking efforts. Pakistan greenlights plan to deport over 1 million Afghans: Report The caretaker government in Pakistan is planning to repatriate over 1.1 million Afghan nationals living illegally in the country back to Afghanistan, said a report in Pakistani media. News website MMNews said that the cabinet on Tuesday (September 26) okayed such a move.

Top 10 world news: Indian EAM Jaishankar's veiled attack on Canada, Russia rejects Navalny's appeal & more

A Russian occupation official installed in annexed Crimea on Friday (September 22) said that the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet have been hit by a Ukrainian missile in the latest assault on the peninsula by Kyiv. In other news,&nbsp;India on Friday (Sept 22) lodged a strong protest with Beijing after it stopped three wushu players from participating in the Asian Games being held in China’s Hangzhou.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-crimeas-naval-headquarters-hit-in-ukrainian-missile-attack-638595">Russia's Black Sea fleet headquarters in Crimea hit by Ukrainian missile, says Russian official</a> 
 
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A Russian occupation official installed in annexed Crimea on Friday (September 22) said that the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet have been hit by Ukrainian missile in the latest assault on the peninsula by Kyiv.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-china-bars-3-arunachal-athletes-from-participating-india-lodges-protest-638532">Asian Games: China bars 3 Arunachal athletes from participating, India lodges protest 
 
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India on Friday (Sept 22) lodged a strong protest with Beijing after it stopped three wushu players from participating in the Asian Games being held in China’s Hangzhou. The three players hail from the northeastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh, which is viewed by China in its entirety as Chinese territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-poll-shows-most-canadians-want-trudeau-to-go-prefer-poilievre-as-pm-638446">New poll shows most Canadians want Trudeau to go, prefer Poilievre as PM 
 
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Amid escalating tensions between the government of Justin Trudeau and India, a new Ipsos poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians now want the Canadian prime minister to step down.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-flags-abnormal-chinese-movements-rise-in-military-activity-around-island-638625">Taiwan flags ‘abnormal’ Chinese movements, rise in military activity around island 
 
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The Taiwanese defence ministry, on Friday (September 22) called recent Chinese military movements around the island “abnormal” while also reporting an increase in such activity over the past week or so. The ministry also particularly flagged amphibious exercises as well as drills.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strike-of-us-auto-workers-reaches-general-motors-stellant-as-ford-remain-unaffected-638665">Strike of US auto workers reaches General Motors, Stellant as Ford remain unaffected 
 
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The strike of the US auto workers union expanded against two of Detroit's "Big Three" on Friday (September 22), as they invited President Joe Biden to extend support to workers on the picket line.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-says-country-on-cusp-of-normalizing-ties-with-saudi-arabia-638668">Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says country on 'cusp' of normalizing ties with Saudi Arabia 
 
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on Friday (September 22), told the United Nations that his country was on the "cusp" of normalising ties with Saudi Arabia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-president-calls-eu-rules-on-sharing-migrants-prehistoric-urges-for-reform-638664">Italian president calls EU rules on sharing migrants ‘prehistoric’, urges for reform 
 
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The Italian President Sergio Mattarella during a meeting with his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier called the European Union rules on the distribution of migrants “prehistoric” as the debate raged on Friday (September 22), about how to manage the surge of migrant boat arrivals from North Africa.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/credit-for-roaring-success-of-summit-goes-to-you-says-pm-modi-as-he-interacts-with-team-g20-638651">'Credit for roaring success of summit goes to you', says PM Modi as he interacts with Team G20 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday (September 22), interacted with 'Team G20' at Bharat Mandapam and while addressing the gathering, said that the credit behind the success of the summit goes to all the officials involved. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-interim-pm-anwaar-ul-haq-kakar-raises-jammu-and-kashmir-issue-during-unga-address-638680">Pakistan's interim PM Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar raises Jammu and Kashmir issue during UNGA address 
 
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Pakistan's interim Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, during his address to the United Nations General Assembly, on Friday (September 22), brought up the issue of Jammu and Kashmir and said that Kashmir is the key to peace between New Delhi and Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-sex-education-season-4-review-a-hilarious-heartfelt-farewell-to-moordale-638626">Sex Education Season 4 review: A hilarious, heartfelt farewell to Moordale 
 
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After four years of sweaty palms and even sweatier conversations, I'm thrilled to say that Sex Education is back with a bang — or should I say, a "banging final season." As I reluctantly bid adieu to the wacky world of Moordale Secondary School, Season 4 delivered a bittersweet yet thoroughly satisfying conclusion to this rollercoaster of hormones and hijinks.

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A Russian occupation official installed in annexed Crimea on Friday (September 22) said that the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet have been hit by a Ukrainian missile in the latest assault on the peninsula by Kyiv.

A Russian occupation official installed in annexed Crimea on Friday (September 22) said that the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet have been hit by a Ukrainian missile in the latest assault on the peninsula by Kyiv. In other news, India on Friday (Sept 22) lodged a strong protest with Beijing after it stopped three wushu players from participating in the Asian Games being held in China’s Hangzhou. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia's Black Sea fleet headquarters in Crimea hit by Ukrainian missile, says Russian official A Russian occupation official installed in annexed Crimea on Friday (September 22) said that the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet have been hit by Ukrainian missile in the latest assault on the peninsula by Kyiv. Asian Games: China bars 3 Arunachal athletes from participating, India lodges protest India on Friday (Sept 22) lodged a strong protest with Beijing after it stopped three wushu players from participating in the Asian Games being held in China’s Hangzhou. The three players hail from the northeastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh, which is viewed by China in its entirety as Chinese territory. New poll shows most Canadians want Trudeau to go, prefer Poilievre as PM Amid escalating tensions between the government of Justin Trudeau and India, a new Ipsos poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians now want the Canadian prime minister to step down. Taiwan flags ‘abnormal’ Chinese movements, rise in military activity around island The Taiwanese defence ministry, on Friday (September 22) called recent Chinese military movements around the island “abnormal” while also reporting an increase in such activity over the past week or so. The ministry also particularly flagged amphibious exercises as well as drills. Strike of US auto workers reaches General Motors, Stellant as Ford remain unaffected The strike of the US auto workers union expanded against two of Detroit's "Big Three" on Friday (September 22), as they invited President Joe Biden to extend support to workers on the picket line. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says country on 'cusp' of normalizing ties with Saudi Arabia Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on Friday (September 22), told the United Nations that his country was on the "cusp" of normalising ties with Saudi Arabia. Italian president calls EU rules on sharing migrants ‘prehistoric’, urges for reform The Italian President Sergio Mattarella during a meeting with his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier called the European Union rules on the distribution of migrants “prehistoric” as the debate raged on Friday (September 22), about how to manage the surge of migrant boat arrivals from North Africa. 'Credit for roaring success of summit goes to you', says PM Modi as he interacts with Team G20 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday (September 22), interacted with 'Team G20' at Bharat Mandapam and while addressing the gathering, said that the credit behind the success of the summit goes to all the officials involved. Pakistan's interim PM Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar raises Jammu and Kashmir issue during UNGA address Pakistan's interim Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, during his address to the United Nations General Assembly, on Friday (September 22), brought up the issue of Jammu and Kashmir and said that Kashmir is the key to peace between New Delhi and Islamabad. Sex Education Season 4 review: A hilarious, heartfelt farewell to Moordale After four years of sweaty palms and even sweatier conversations, I'm thrilled to say that Sex Education is back with a bang — or should I say, a "banging final season." As I reluctantly bid adieu to the wacky world of Moordale Secondary School, Season 4 delivered a bittersweet yet thoroughly satisfying conclusion to this rollercoaster of hormones and hijinks.

Top 10 world news: Russia's Black Sea fleet headquarters attacked, US auto workers' strike expands, and more

The Kremlin on Tuesday (September 5) said that it has "nothing to say" about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's reported plans to travel to Russia this month and meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss the supply of weapons for the Ukraine war. In other news, in a potential overhaul that could reset the central identification point of the Indian Republic, top Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hinted that the official name of the Indian Republic is set to be changed to Bharat.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-has-nothing-to-say-on-reports-of-putin-kim-jong-un-summit-632576">Kremlin has 'nothing to say' on reports of Putin-Kim Jong Un summit 
 
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The Kremlin on Tuesday (September 5) said that it has "nothing to say" about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's reported plans to travel to Russia this month and meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss the supply of weapons for the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/republic-of-bharat-chorus-grows-for-india-to-be-renamed-as-bharat-632507">'Republic of Bharat': Chorus grows to rename India as it was known in ancient times 
 
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In a potential overhaul that could reset the central identification point of the Indian Republic, top Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hinted that the official name of the Indian Republic is set to be changed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmars-junta-will-likely-hold-elections-in-2025-report-632606">Myanmar's junta will likely hold elections in 2025: Report 
 
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Myanmar's junta will likely hold elections in 2025, the news agency AFP reported citing party officials. This is following a&nbsp;coup d'état started in Myanmar on February 1, 2021, when democratically elected members of the country's ruling party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), were deposed by the country's military.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinese-ambassador-to-nepal-attempts-to-downplay-indo-nepal-ties-632623">Chinese ambassador to Nepal attempts to downplay Indo-Nepal ties 
 
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Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song appeared to violate diplomatic conventions as he attempted to project Nepal's ties with India in a negative light while pitching China as a better partner for the Himalayan nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sunak-insists-on-free-trade-deal-with-india-which-works-for-all-of-uk-632639">Sunak insists on free trade deal with India which works for all of UK 
 
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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he will only secure a trade agreement with India that serves the best interests of the entire United Kingdom, media reports said quoting his spokesperson.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-use-of-cluster-bombs-cause-over-1000-casualties-globally-ukraine-war-drives-surge-632661">Explained: Use of cluster bombs cause over 1,000 casualties globally; Ukraine war drives surge 
 
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The report by the CMC campaign group recorded some 353 deaths due to cluster munitions which is the most since the group began compiling its annual reports over a decade ago. What is driving this rise in casualties due to the use of the bomb? WION Explains.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday (September 5) pledged USD 4.5 billion to invest in clean energy in Africa at a landmark climate summit aimed at project the continent's potential as a green powerhouse.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-largest-ever-wildfires-greece-witnesses-heavy-rains-and-flooding-one-dead-632590">After ‘largest ever’ wildfires, Greece witnesses heavy rains and flooding; one dead 
 
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At least one person was killed after torrential rains in Greece flooded homes and roads, said a report by Reuters citing the fire brigade on Tuesday (September 5).&nbsp;This comes a day after officials in Greece reported that the firefighters were gaining the upper hand on a massive blaze as deadly wildfires dubbed the “largest ever” in European Union history.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-schools-sent-dozens-of-girls-home-for-refusing-to-remove-abayas-632648">French schools sent dozens of girls home for refusing to remove abayas 
 
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Dozens of girls were sent back home by French schools for refusing to remove their abayas. This happened on the first day of the school year.&nbsp;Education minister Gabriel Attal told the BFM broadcaster on Tuesday (September 5) that nearly 300 girls showed up Monday morning wearing an abaya, defying a ban on the Muslim dress.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to participate in the 20th ASEAN-India Summit and 18th East Asia Summit, both of which are being hosted in Jakarta by Indonesia, the current chair of ASEAN, said the Indian foreign ministry, on Tuesday (September 5).&nbsp;

The Kremlin on Tuesday (September 5) said that it has "nothing to say" about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's reported plans to travel to Russia this month and meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss the supply of weapons for the Ukraine war.

The Kremlin on Tuesday (September 5) said that it has "nothing to say" about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's reported plans to travel to Russia this month and meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss the supply of weapons for the Ukraine war. In other news, in a potential overhaul that could reset the central identification point of the Indian Republic, top Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hinted that the official name of the Indian Republic is set to be changed to Bharat. Click on the headlines to read more: Kremlin has 'nothing to say' on reports of Putin-Kim Jong Un summit The Kremlin on Tuesday (September 5) said that it has "nothing to say" about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's reported plans to travel to Russia this month and meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss the supply of weapons for the Ukraine war. 'Republic of Bharat': Chorus grows to rename India as it was known in ancient times In a potential overhaul that could reset the central identification point of the Indian Republic, top Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hinted that the official name of the Indian Republic is set to be changed. Myanmar's junta will likely hold elections in 2025: Report Myanmar's junta will likely hold elections in 2025, the news agency AFP reported citing party officials. This is following a coup d'état started in Myanmar on February 1, 2021, when democratically elected members of the country's ruling party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), were deposed by the country's military. Chinese ambassador to Nepal attempts to downplay Indo-Nepal ties Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song appeared to violate diplomatic conventions as he attempted to project Nepal's ties with India in a negative light while pitching China as a better partner for the Himalayan nation. Sunak insists on free trade deal with India which works for all of UK UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he will only secure a trade agreement with India that serves the best interests of the entire United Kingdom, media reports said quoting his spokesperson. Explained: Use of cluster bombs cause over 1,000 casualties globally; Ukraine war drives surge The report by the CMC campaign group recorded some 353 deaths due to cluster munitions which is the most since the group began compiling its annual reports over a decade ago. What is driving this rise in casualties due to the use of the bomb? WION Explains. Africa Climate Summit: UAE pledges $4 billion for clean energy in the continent The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday (September 5) pledged USD 4.5 billion to invest in clean energy in Africa at a landmark climate summit aimed at project the continent's potential as a green powerhouse. After ‘largest ever’ wildfires, Greece witnesses heavy rains and flooding; one dead At least one person was killed after torrential rains in Greece flooded homes and roads, said a report by Reuters citing the fire brigade on Tuesday (September 5). This comes a day after officials in Greece reported that the firefighters were gaining the upper hand on a massive blaze as deadly wildfires dubbed the “largest ever” in European Union history. French schools sent dozens of girls home for refusing to remove abayas Dozens of girls were sent back home by French schools for refusing to remove their abayas. This happened on the first day of the school year. Education minister Gabriel Attal told the BFM broadcaster on Tuesday (September 5) that nearly 300 girls showed up Monday morning wearing an abaya, defying a ban on the Muslim dress. ‘ASEAN centrality is a central point…’: India ahead of PM Modi’s ‘short visit’ to Indonesia Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to participate in the 20th ASEAN-India Summit and 18th East Asia Summit, both of which are being hosted in Jakarta by Indonesia, the current chair of ASEAN, said the Indian foreign ministry, on Tuesday (September 5).

Top 10 world news: Kremlin's silence on Putin-Kim Jong Un meet, chorus grows to rename India as Bharat & more

Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people.&nbsp;In other news, Indian&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of the G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-two-injured-after-russia-launches-35-hour-long-drone-attack-in-odesa-region-631940">Ukraine claims it downed 22 Shahed drones as Russia hits port on Romania border; 2 injured 
 
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Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people. Meanwhile, Russia said it hit targets on the Danube port of Reni, on the border with NATO member Romania.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-sets-the-tone-for-un-security-council-reforms-before-hosting-g20-leaders-631947">Indian PM Modi sets the tone for UN Security Council reforms before hosting G20 leaders 
 
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraq-at-least-four-killed-after-clashes-between-ethnic-groups-in-kirkuk-over-a-dozen-injured-631969">Iraq: At least four killed, over a dozen injured after clashes between ethnic groups in Kirkuk 
 
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At least four people were killed and 15 others were injured after clashes erupted between ethnic groups in the northern Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk, reported news agency AFP citing officials, on Sunday (September 3).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-conducts-simulated-tactical-nuclear-attack-drill-to-warn-enemies-631979">North Korea conducts simulated 'tactical nuclear attack' drill to 'warn enemies' 
 
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North Korea conducted a "simulated tactical nuclear attack" drill on Saturday (September 2) with mock atomic warheads attached to two long-range cruise projectiles, state-controlled media said on Sunday (September 3). As per reports, the missiles were test-fired into the ocean.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-plans-to-ban-disposable-e-cigarettes-in-a-bid-to-combat-smoking-631997">France plans to ban disposable e-cigarettes in bid to curb smoking habit 
 
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France will ban disposable electronic cigarettes or vapes as a part of the country’s plan to combat smoking and fight tobacco use, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on broadcaster RTL, on Sunday (September 3).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heavy-rains-at-the-burning-man-police-investigate-a-death-631980">Heavy rains make 'Burning Man' site muddy, police investigate one death 
 
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As thousands of attendees were ordered to take shelter amid muddy conditions and heavy rain during the Burning Man festival in Nevada desert, police launched investigation into a death.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/raac-concrete-crisis-uk-govt-vows-to-spend-what-it-takes-to-deal-with-crumbling-school-buildings-631983">RAAC concrete crisis: UK govt vows to ‘spend what it takes’ to deal with crumbling school buildings 
 
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British Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, on Sunday (September 3) vowed to “spend what it takes” to deal with the crumbling school buildings and said that the United Kingdom government will move to fix the unsafe infrastructure quickly.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-female-journalists-in-iran-sentenced-to-prison-over-conspiracy-and-collusion-631999">Iran: Two female journalists sentenced to prison over 'conspiracy and collusion' 
 
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Two women journalists in Iran have been sentenced to prison and will spend around a month in jail as part of a three-year partly suspended lockup sentence over "conspiracy" and "collusion", said the local media reports on Sunday (September 3). 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/valarmathi-the-voice-behind-isro-rocket-launch-countdown-fades-away-632013">Valarmathi: The voice behind ISRO rocket launch countdown, fades away 
 
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With a launch mission happening almost every month in 2023, ISRO live streams are closely watched by people in India and abroad. As one watches more of these launches, the voices of the officials featuring on the broadcast and the unique voice and manner have&nbsp;become instantly recognisable. One such voice, that of ISRO scientist Valarmathi, has faded away.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-fully-fit-jasprit-bumrah-returns-home-ahead-of-indias-second-group-game-reports-632010">Asia Cup: Fully-fit Jasprit Bumrah returns home ahead of India's second group game against Nepal - Reports 
 
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The Indian Cricket Team will be without its ace seamer, Jasprit Bumrah, for their second group stage game against Nepal on September 4 in Pallekele, Kandy. As per the latest reports, fully-fit Bumrah is said to have headed home midway into the tournament after taking BCCI’s permission and will return ahead of the Super Four stage if India manages to qualify.

Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people.

Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people. In other news, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of the G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter. Click on the headlines to read more Ukraine claims it downed 22 Shahed drones as Russia hits port on Romania border; 2 injured Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people. Meanwhile, Russia said it hit targets on the Danube port of Reni, on the border with NATO member Romania. Indian PM Modi sets the tone for UN Security Council reforms before hosting G20 leaders India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter. Iraq: At least four killed, over a dozen injured after clashes between ethnic groups in Kirkuk At least four people were killed and 15 others were injured after clashes erupted between ethnic groups in the northern Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk, reported news agency AFP citing officials, on Sunday (September 3). North Korea conducts simulated 'tactical nuclear attack' drill to 'warn enemies' North Korea conducted a "simulated tactical nuclear attack" drill on Saturday (September 2) with mock atomic warheads attached to two long-range cruise projectiles, state-controlled media said on Sunday (September 3). As per reports, the missiles were test-fired into the ocean. France plans to ban disposable e-cigarettes in bid to curb smoking habit France will ban disposable electronic cigarettes or vapes as a part of the country’s plan to combat smoking and fight tobacco use, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on broadcaster RTL, on Sunday (September 3). Heavy rains make 'Burning Man' site muddy, police investigate one death As thousands of attendees were ordered to take shelter amid muddy conditions and heavy rain during the Burning Man festival in Nevada desert, police launched investigation into a death. RAAC concrete crisis: UK govt vows to ‘spend what it takes’ to deal with crumbling school buildings British Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, on Sunday (September 3) vowed to “spend what it takes” to deal with the crumbling school buildings and said that the United Kingdom government will move to fix the unsafe infrastructure quickly. Iran: Two female journalists sentenced to prison over 'conspiracy and collusion' Two women journalists in Iran have been sentenced to prison and will spend around a month in jail as part of a three-year partly suspended lockup sentence over "conspiracy" and "collusion", said the local media reports on Sunday (September 3). Valarmathi: The voice behind ISRO rocket launch countdown, fades away With a launch mission happening almost every month in 2023, ISRO live streams are closely watched by people in India and abroad. As one watches more of these launches, the voices of the officials featuring on the broadcast and the unique voice and manner have become instantly recognisable. One such voice, that of ISRO scientist Valarmathi, has faded away. Asia Cup: Fully-fit Jasprit Bumrah returns home ahead of India's second group game against Nepal - Reports The Indian Cricket Team will be without its ace seamer, Jasprit Bumrah, for their second group stage game against Nepal on September 4 in Pallekele, Kandy. As per the latest reports, fully-fit Bumrah is said to have headed home midway into the tournament after taking BCCI’s permission and will return ahead of the Super Four stage if India manages to qualify.

Top 10 world news: Russia strikes port in Ukraine near Romania border, PM Modi calls for UNSC reform & more

Donald&nbsp;Trump's arraignment has been set for September 6 at 9:30 a.m. This makes&nbsp;him the first among the defendants to face proceedings in a comprehensive election racketeering case.&nbsp;In other news, just days after Japan began releasing water from the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean, the nation is reportedly facing harassment at the hands of Chinese citizens. Condemning the calls, Tokyo has called on Beijing to avoid&nbsp;unnecessarily raising "people's concerns with information that is not based on scientific evidence". Finally,&nbsp;on day 551 of the Russia-Ukraine war, in a unified stance, Poland and the Baltic nations&nbsp;have formally requested Belarus to expel the Russian mercenary group known as Wagner. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-trump-co-defendants-to-face-arraignment-in-georgia-on-september-6-630007">US: Trump, co-defendants to face arraignment in Georgia on September 6</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/21/374431-untitled-design-2023-08-21t070421113.png?imwidth=1920" />Former US President Trump's arraignment scheduled on charges related to his alleged involvement, along with 18 co-defendants, in efforts to overturn the state's election results has been announced.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-condemns-extremely-regrettable-harassment-calls-from-china-amid-fukushima-water-discharge-629938">Japan condemns 'extremely regrettable' harassment calls from China amid Fukushima water discharge row</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/28/375990-new-wion-2023-08-28t163640787.png?imwidth=1920" />Japan has raised concerns over "extremely regrettable" harassment phone calls it has received since the Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. began releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-and-baltic-states-urge-belarus-to-expel-russian-fighters-629988">Poland and Baltic states urge Belarus to expel Russian fighters</a>

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In a unified stance, Poland and the Baltic nations, comprising Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, have formally requested Belarus to expel the Russian mercenary group known as Wagner. These fighters have sought refuge in Belarus following a failed rebellion against Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-to-execute-man-for-criticising-government-on-x-account-with-only-nine-followers-629997">Saudi Arabia to execute man for criticising government on X account with only nine followers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/28/376025-new-wion-2023-08-28t194127783.png?imwidth=1920" />Saudi Arabia has reportedly sentenced to death Mohammed al-Ghamdi, a government critic, for denouncing alleged corruption and human rights abuses via his social media posts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-school-shaves-heads-of-14-girls-for-wearing-islamic-head-scarves-incorrectly-faces-backlash-629933">Indonesian school shaves heads of 14 girls for 'incorrectly' wearing Islamic head scarves</a>

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A school on Indonesia's main island has stirred controversy by partially shaving the heads of 14 girls. The school's headmaster said&nbsp;that this drastic action was taken after accusations that these students were wearing their Islamic hijab headscarves incorrectly.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-relaxes-entry-rules-no-more-predeparture-covid-19-tests-for-inbound-travelers-629966">China relaxes entry rules: No more predeparture COVID-19 tests for inbound travellers</a>

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China will soon lift the requirement for incoming travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result. On Monday, (August 28) China announced that starting Wednesday (August 30) inbound travellers to the country will no longer be required to take up a pre-departure antigen test for COVID-19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sergei-lavrov-to-represent-russia-in-g20-meet-vladimir-putin-tells-pm-modi-in-phone-call-629991">Sergey Lavrov to represent Russia in G20 meet: Vladimir Putin tells PM Modi in phone call</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/28/376021-putin-1.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed developing bilateral cooperation in the space sector, the expansion of BRICS membership, and the upcoming G20 Summit that will take place in the capital New Delhi in September, an official statement from India Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday (Aug 28).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-airspace-shuts-down-after-breakdown-of-air-traffic-control-system-629947">UK airspace shuts down after breakdown of air traffic control system</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/28/375993-untitled-design-2023-08-28t170513252.png?imwidth=1920" />Hundreds of thousands of passengers across the United Kingdom and beyond found themselves in the middle of chaos after the breakdown of the UK's air traffic control system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/big-blow-to-luis-rubiales-spain-prosecutors-open-preliminary-sex-abuse-probe-over-kiss-controversy-629996">Big blow to Luis Rubiales! Spain prosecutors open preliminary sex abuse probe over kiss controversy</a>

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Prosecutors at Spain's top criminal court said Monday they had opened a preliminary investigation into&nbsp;Luis&nbsp;Rubiales' forcible kiss on the lips of World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on grounds it could constitute a crime of "sexual assault".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/from-snakes-to-humans-live-parasitic-roundworm-discovered-in-australian-womans-brain-629982">From snakes to humans: Live parasitic roundworm discovered in Australian woman's brain</a>

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In Australia, a medical case has left doctors and neurosurgeons flabbergasted as a 64-year-old woman was found to have a live parasitic roundworm living in her brain. What's more surprising is that the worm called Ophidascaris robertsi is usually found in snakes, pythons to be exact, and this is actually the first documented case of it being present in a human.

Donald Trump's arraignment has been set for September 6 at 9:30 a.m. This makes him the first among the defendants to face proceedings in a comprehensive election racketeering case.

Donald Trump's arraignment has been set for September 6 at 9:30 a.m. This makes him the first among the defendants to face proceedings in a comprehensive election racketeering case. In other news, just days after Japan began releasing water from the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean, the nation is reportedly facing harassment at the hands of Chinese citizens. Condemning the calls, Tokyo has called on Beijing to avoid unnecessarily raising "people's concerns with information that is not based on scientific evidence". Finally, on day 551 of the Russia-Ukraine war, in a unified stance, Poland and the Baltic nations have formally requested Belarus to expel the Russian mercenary group known as Wagner. Click on the headlines to read more: US: Trump, co-defendants to face arraignment in Georgia on September 6 Former US President Trump's arraignment scheduled on charges related to his alleged involvement, along with 18 co-defendants, in efforts to overturn the state's election results has been announced. Japan condemns 'extremely regrettable' harassment calls from China amid Fukushima water discharge row Japan has raised concerns over "extremely regrettable" harassment phone calls it has received since the Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. began releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean. Poland and Baltic states urge Belarus to expel Russian fighters In a unified stance, Poland and the Baltic nations, comprising Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, have formally requested Belarus to expel the Russian mercenary group known as Wagner. These fighters have sought refuge in Belarus following a failed rebellion against Moscow. Saudi Arabia to execute man for criticising government on X account with only nine followers Saudi Arabia has reportedly sentenced to death Mohammed al-Ghamdi, a government critic, for denouncing alleged corruption and human rights abuses via his social media posts. Indonesian school shaves heads of 14 girls for 'incorrectly' wearing Islamic head scarves A school on Indonesia's main island has stirred controversy by partially shaving the heads of 14 girls. The school's headmaster said that this drastic action was taken after accusations that these students were wearing their Islamic hijab headscarves incorrectly. China relaxes entry rules: No more predeparture COVID-19 tests for inbound travellers China will soon lift the requirement for incoming travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result. On Monday, (August 28) China announced that starting Wednesday (August 30) inbound travellers to the country will no longer be required to take up a pre-departure antigen test for COVID-19. Sergey Lavrov to represent Russia in G20 meet: Vladimir Putin tells PM Modi in phone call Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed developing bilateral cooperation in the space sector, the expansion of BRICS membership, and the upcoming G20 Summit that will take place in the capital New Delhi in September, an official statement from India Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday (Aug 28). UK airspace shuts down after breakdown of air traffic control system Hundreds of thousands of passengers across the United Kingdom and beyond found themselves in the middle of chaos after the breakdown of the UK's air traffic control system. Big blow to Luis Rubiales! Spain prosecutors open preliminary sex abuse probe over kiss controversy Prosecutors at Spain's top criminal court said Monday they had opened a preliminary investigation into Luis Rubiales' forcible kiss on the lips of World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on grounds it could constitute a crime of "sexual assault". From snakes to humans: Live parasitic roundworm discovered in Australian woman's brain In Australia, a medical case has left doctors and neurosurgeons flabbergasted as a 64-year-old woman was found to have a live parasitic roundworm living in her brain. What's more surprising is that the worm called Ophidascaris robertsi is usually found in snakes, pythons to be exact, and this is actually the first documented case of it being present in a human.

Top 10 world news: Trump arraignment, Fukushima water discharge row and more

Russia-Ukraine war: Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who challenged the legitimacy of Russia's defence establishment through a short-lived mutiny in June, has been confirmed dead by Russian officials.&nbsp;The Russian authorities gave out the confirmation on Saturday, August 27, over three days after a private plane crashed.&nbsp;

India: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to embark on a state visit to India next month, coinciding with his participation in the Delhi G20 Summit.&nbsp;

Chandrayaan-3 mission update:&nbsp;In India, if you are in the deserts of Rajasthan (north-west) during peak summer, the temperature could well be around 50 degrees Centigrade while&nbsp;if you are in Jammu and Kashmir (north) during winters, the temperature could well be minus 10 degrees Centigrade or even colder.&nbsp;However, in the soil near the Lunar South Pole, one has to just drill 10 cm deep&nbsp;in order to see such extreme temperature variation.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chief-yevgeny-prigozhin-confirmed-dead-after-genetic-analysis-of-plane-crash-victims-629679">Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin confirmed dead after genetic analysis of plane crash victims: Russian officials 
 
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Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who challenged the legitimacy of Russia's defence establishment through a short-lived mutiny in June, has been confirmed dead by Russian officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/saudi-crown-prince-mohammed-bin-salman-on-state-visit-to-india-in-september-629719">Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to arrive on state visit soon after G20 Summit in India 
 
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to embark on a state visit to India next month, coinciding with his participation in the Delhi G20 Summit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/from-rajasthans-heat-to-kashmirs-cold-chandrayaan-3-rover-finds-temperature-variation-on-lunar-soil-629670">From Rajasthan's heat to Kashmir's cold: Chandrayaan-3 finds massive lunar soil temperature variation 
 
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In India, if you are in the deserts of Rajasthan (north-west) during peak summer, the temperature could well be around 50 degrees Centigrade while if you are in Jammu and Kashmir (north) during winters, the temperature could well be minus 10 degrees Centigrade or even colder. However, in the soil near the Lunar South Pole, one has to just drill 10 cm deep in order to see such extreme temperature variation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-initiates-legal-action-against-singer-advocating-veil-removal-629734">Iran initiates legal action against singer advocating veil removal 
 
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In a significant move, Iranian authorities have commenced legal proceedings against a prominent pop singer, Mehdi Yarrahi, for his recent song encouraging women to remove their mandatory headscarves.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-campaign-reports-raising-over-7-million-since-former-presidents-historic-mugshot-629740">Trump campaign reports raising over $7 million since former US president’s ‘historic’ mugshot 
 
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A campaign spokesperson said, on Saturday (August 26) that they have managed to raise $7.1 million since Thursday when he was booked at a county jail in the state of Georgia and became the first sitting or former US president to suffer the fate of having to pose for a prison mugshot.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/high-stakes-showdown-kim-jong-uns-assassination-scare-sparks-security-surge-629711">High-stakes showdown: Kim Jong-un's 'assassination scare' sparks security surge 
 
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An explosion has rocked the North Korean capital, Pyongyang, in what is being described as an assassination attempt on Kim Jong-un, the country's supreme leader since 2011. This incident, which occurred in the past eight weeks, has led to heightened security measures around Kim Jong-un, as he reportedly feels increasingly uneasy about his safety, reported the Mirror.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-military-aircraft-crashes-during-exercise-in-australia-report-629602">Three US Marines killed as aircraft crashes during combat exercise in Australia 
 
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Australia's defence department said on Sunday (August 27) that a US military aircraft crashed on a remote island north of mainland Australia while it was taking part in war games. US officials have said that three US Marines were killed in the crash while 20 sustained injuries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-security-tightened-in-haryanas-nuh-after-govt-denies-permission-for-procession-629700">India: Security tightened in Haryana's Nuh after govt denies permission for procession 
 
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Security was tightened in Haryana's Nuh on Sunday (August 27) following a maha-panchayat's call for a procession on Monday. The Haryana government denied permission for the "Shobha Yatra" and section 144 was imposed in Nuh after the district saw incidents of violence last month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-admits-losing-cipher-during-interrogation-by-fia-in-attock-jail-629664">Imran Khan admits losing cipher during interrogation by FIA in Attock jail 
 
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During an interrogation held inside the Attock jail on Sunday (August 27), Imran Khan, who was removed from the prime ministerial office following a no-confidence vote in April last year, responded to inquiries posed by a three-member team from the Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Cybercrime Circle.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ahmedabad-likely-to-host-cricket-world-cup-2023-opening-ceremony-on-october-4-629677">Ahmedabad likely to host Cricket World Cup 2023 opening ceremony on October 4 
 
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The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 is just around the corner, and Ahmedabad – the venue for the CWC opener and the final, is set to host the opening ceremony on October 4, one day before the start of the marquee event.&nbsp;

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Russia-Ukraine war: Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who challenged the legitimacy of Russia's defence establishment through a short-lived mutiny in June, has been confirmed dead by Russian officials.

Russia-Ukraine war: Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who challenged the legitimacy of Russia's defence establishment through a short-lived mutiny in June, has been confirmed dead by Russian officials. The Russian authorities gave out the confirmation on Saturday, August 27, over three days after a private plane crashed. India: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to embark on a state visit to India next month, coinciding with his participation in the Delhi G20 Summit. Chandrayaan-3 mission update: In India, if you are in the deserts of Rajasthan (north-west) during peak summer, the temperature could well be around 50 degrees Centigrade while if you are in Jammu and Kashmir (north) during winters, the temperature could well be minus 10 degrees Centigrade or even colder. However, in the soil near the Lunar South Pole, one has to just drill 10 cm deep in order to see such extreme temperature variation. Click on the headlines to read more: Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin confirmed dead after genetic analysis of plane crash victims: Russian officials Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who challenged the legitimacy of Russia's defence establishment through a short-lived mutiny in June, has been confirmed dead by Russian officials. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to arrive on state visit soon after G20 Summit in India Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to embark on a state visit to India next month, coinciding with his participation in the Delhi G20 Summit. From Rajasthan's heat to Kashmir's cold: Chandrayaan-3 finds massive lunar soil temperature variation In India, if you are in the deserts of Rajasthan (north-west) during peak summer, the temperature could well be around 50 degrees Centigrade while if you are in Jammu and Kashmir (north) during winters, the temperature could well be minus 10 degrees Centigrade or even colder. However, in the soil near the Lunar South Pole, one has to just drill 10 cm deep in order to see such extreme temperature variation. Iran initiates legal action against singer advocating veil removal In a significant move, Iranian authorities have commenced legal proceedings against a prominent pop singer, Mehdi Yarrahi, for his recent song encouraging women to remove their mandatory headscarves. Trump campaign reports raising over $7 million since former US president’s ‘historic’ mugshot A campaign spokesperson said, on Saturday (August 26) that they have managed to raise $7.1 million since Thursday when he was booked at a county jail in the state of Georgia and became the first sitting or former US president to suffer the fate of having to pose for a prison mugshot. High-stakes showdown: Kim Jong-un's 'assassination scare' sparks security surge An explosion has rocked the North Korean capital, Pyongyang, in what is being described as an assassination attempt on Kim Jong-un, the country's supreme leader since 2011. This incident, which occurred in the past eight weeks, has led to heightened security measures around Kim Jong-un, as he reportedly feels increasingly uneasy about his safety, reported the Mirror. Three US Marines killed as aircraft crashes during combat exercise in Australia Australia's defence department said on Sunday (August 27) that a US military aircraft crashed on a remote island north of mainland Australia while it was taking part in war games. US officials have said that three US Marines were killed in the crash while 20 sustained injuries. India: Security tightened in Haryana's Nuh after govt denies permission for procession Security was tightened in Haryana's Nuh on Sunday (August 27) following a maha-panchayat's call for a procession on Monday. The Haryana government denied permission for the "Shobha Yatra" and section 144 was imposed in Nuh after the district saw incidents of violence last month. Imran Khan admits losing cipher during interrogation by FIA in Attock jail During an interrogation held inside the Attock jail on Sunday (August 27), Imran Khan, who was removed from the prime ministerial office following a no-confidence vote in April last year, responded to inquiries posed by a three-member team from the Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Cybercrime Circle. Ahmedabad likely to host Cricket World Cup 2023 opening ceremony on October 4 The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 is just around the corner, and Ahmedabad – the venue for the CWC opener and the final, is set to host the opening ceremony on October 4, one day before the start of the marquee event.

Top 10 world news: Russia confirms Wagner chief's death, Saudi crown prince to visit India next month & more

Pakistan's former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was arrested on Saturday. Since May 9, this is the third time that Qureshi has been arrested by Pakistani authorities. In other news, the&nbsp;occupied West Bank witnessed another episode of violence on Saturday (August 19) when two Israeli civilians lost their lives in a suspected shooting attack.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-ex-foreign-minister-shah-mehmood-qureshi-arrested-627051">Pakistan's ex-foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi arrested 
 
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Pakistan's former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was arrested on Saturday. Since May 9, this is the third time that Qureshi has been arrested by Pakistani authorities. Qureshi serves as vice-chairman of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/west-bank-shooting-attack-kills-2-israeli-civilians-confirms-army-627049">West Bank shooting attack kills 2 Israeli civilians, confirms army 
 
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The occupied West Bank witnessed another episode of violence on Saturday (August 19) when two Israeli civilians lost their lives in a suspected shooting attack. This unfortunate incident was confirmed by the Israeli army in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuador-mayor-survives-assassination-attempt-ahead-of-general-elections-627033">Ecuador mayor survives assassination attempt ahead of general elections 
 
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Mayor of an Ecuadorian coastal city, on Saturday (August 19), claimed that he was a victim of an attempted assassination, a day before the country is set to hold general elections. This comes as Ecuador is reeling from an unprecedented surge in violence and reported a disturbing trend of attacks against political candidates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chernihiv-hit-by-russian-strike-zelensky-appeals-world-for-action-626971">At least 7 killed, 110 injured by Russian strike in Ukraine's Chernihiv; UN condemns 'heinous' attack 
 
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The death toll after Russian air strikes on Ukraine's Chernihiv has risen to seven, while at least 110 people have been wounded, said a Ukrainian official, on Saturday (August 19). Citing Ukraine's interior ministry, the Reuters report said that the incident occurred as people were en route to a church to observe a religious holiday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/as-chandrayaan-3-approaches-moon-chandrayaan-2-lends-helping-hand-627038">As Chandrayaan-3 approaches Moon, Chandrayaan-2 lends helping hand 
 
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Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) Chandrayaan-3 is racing towards the Moon as India seeks another milestone in its spacefaring endeavours. On Friday (August 18), the lander module of Chandrayaan-3 carried out an orbit reduction manoeuvre to draw itself closer to the Moon.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-courts-japan-by-giving-up-anti-whaling-language-in-indo-pacific-economic-framework-627006">US courts Japan by giving up anti-whaling language in Indo-Pacific Economic Framework 
 
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The Joe Biden administration in the United States has come on the same page as the Japanese government led by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the supposed exclusion of anti-whaling launguage in the crucial Indo-Pacific Economic Framework.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/albanian-army-battles-wildfires-police-make-arrests-627073">Albanian army battles wildfires, police make arrests 
 
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Albanian police said on Saturday (August 19) that they had arrested four people in last 24 hour for causing fires just as soldiers and firefighter fought spreading wildfire in the country's touristic southern coastal area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-visits-nato-aspirant-sweden-with-focus-on-eu-integration-627040">Zelensky visits NATO-aspirant Sweden with focus on 'EU integration' 
 
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Sweden in what is his first trip since Russia launched its offensive on Ukraine.&nbsp;"Olena and I arrived in Sweden," Zelensky said on X, formerly known as Twitter, while referring to his wife.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-slams-un-approach-to-cyprus-row-turkish-cypriot-calls-disputed-road-project-essential-627066">Turkey slams UN approach to Cyprus row; Turkish Cypriot calls disputed road project ‘essential’ 
 
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Leader of Turkish Cypriot Ersin Tatar, on Saturday (August 19), called the road project which has triggered a rare tension with the United Nations peacekeepers in the region, “essential”.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-central-govt-enforces-40-export-duty-on-onions-to-curb-soaring-local-prices-627071">India's central govt enforces 40% export duty on onions to curb soaring local prices 
 
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The Central government has taken measures to curb escalating onion prices in the domestic market by imposing a 40 per cent duty on onion exports until December 31. This move was confirmed by a government notification reported by news agency PTI.&nbsp;

Pakistan's former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was arrested on Saturday. Since May 9, this is the third time that Qureshi has been arrested by Pakistani authorities.

Pakistan's former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was arrested on Saturday. Since May 9, this is the third time that Qureshi has been arrested by Pakistani authorities. In other news, the occupied West Bank witnessed another episode of violence on Saturday (August 19) when two Israeli civilians lost their lives in a suspected shooting attack. Click on the headlines to read more: Pakistan's ex-foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi arrested Pakistan's former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was arrested on Saturday. Since May 9, this is the third time that Qureshi has been arrested by Pakistani authorities. Qureshi serves as vice-chairman of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. West Bank shooting attack kills 2 Israeli civilians, confirms army The occupied West Bank witnessed another episode of violence on Saturday (August 19) when two Israeli civilians lost their lives in a suspected shooting attack. This unfortunate incident was confirmed by the Israeli army in a statement. Ecuador mayor survives assassination attempt ahead of general elections Mayor of an Ecuadorian coastal city, on Saturday (August 19), claimed that he was a victim of an attempted assassination, a day before the country is set to hold general elections. This comes as Ecuador is reeling from an unprecedented surge in violence and reported a disturbing trend of attacks against political candidates. At least 7 killed, 110 injured by Russian strike in Ukraine's Chernihiv; UN condemns 'heinous' attack The death toll after Russian air strikes on Ukraine's Chernihiv has risen to seven, while at least 110 people have been wounded, said a Ukrainian official, on Saturday (August 19). Citing Ukraine's interior ministry, the Reuters report said that the incident occurred as people were en route to a church to observe a religious holiday. As Chandrayaan-3 approaches Moon, Chandrayaan-2 lends helping hand Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) Chandrayaan-3 is racing towards the Moon as India seeks another milestone in its spacefaring endeavours. On Friday (August 18), the lander module of Chandrayaan-3 carried out an orbit reduction manoeuvre to draw itself closer to the Moon. US courts Japan by giving up anti-whaling language in Indo-Pacific Economic Framework The Joe Biden administration in the United States has come on the same page as the Japanese government led by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the supposed exclusion of anti-whaling launguage in the crucial Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Albanian army battles wildfires, police make arrests Albanian police said on Saturday (August 19) that they had arrested four people in last 24 hour for causing fires just as soldiers and firefighter fought spreading wildfire in the country's touristic southern coastal area. Zelensky visits NATO-aspirant Sweden with focus on 'EU integration' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Sweden in what is his first trip since Russia launched its offensive on Ukraine. "Olena and I arrived in Sweden," Zelensky said on X, formerly known as Twitter, while referring to his wife. Turkey slams UN approach to Cyprus row; Turkish Cypriot calls disputed road project ‘essential’ Leader of Turkish Cypriot Ersin Tatar, on Saturday (August 19), called the road project which has triggered a rare tension with the United Nations peacekeepers in the region, “essential”. India's central govt enforces 40% export duty on onions to curb soaring local prices The Central government has taken measures to curb escalating onion prices in the domestic market by imposing a 40 per cent duty on onion exports until December 31. This move was confirmed by a government notification reported by news agency PTI.

Top 10 world news: Pakistan ex-foreign minister arrested, India imposes 40% export duty on onions, and more

Three suspected Russian spies have been arrested and charged in the United Kingdom after a major national security investigation, British media reported on Tuesday (August 15). In other news, three&nbsp;people lost their lives on Tuesday&nbsp;as a result of the Russian missile attacks in north-western Ukraine, local officials announced.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-russian-spies-arrested-after-major-uk-national-security-investigation-reports-625706">Three ‘Russian spies’ arrested after major UK national security investigation: Reports 
 
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Three suspected Russian spies have been arrested and charged in the United Kingdom after a major national security investigation, British media reported on Tuesday (August 15). According to BBC, all three defendants have been in detention since February.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-dead-as-russian-missile-hits-swedish-bearing-factory-in-ukraine-625758">Three dead as Russian missile hits Swedish bearing factory in Ukraine 
 
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Three people lost their lives on Tuesday (August 15) as a result of the Russian missile attacks in north-western Ukraine, local officials announced.&nbsp;All three deceased were employees of a Swedish bearing maker SKF, which employs around 1,100 people in Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/wishes-pour-in-from-the-world-as-india-celebrates-its-77th-independence-day-625516">Wishes pour in from across the world as India celebrates its 77th Independence Day 
 
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As India celebrates its 77th Independence Day on Tuesday (Aug 15), US Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended heartfelt wishes, stating the two nations have an extremely 'strong bond'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-corps-commander-level-meeting-concludes-without-any-breakthrough-625806">India-China Corps Commander level meeting concludes without any breakthrough 
 
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The 19th round of India-China Corps Commander level meeting concluded on the Indian side on August 14 at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point, according to a statement released by India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuador-third-political-leader-killed-in-a-week-after-presidential-hopefuls-assassination-625774">Ecuador: Third political leader killed in a week after presidential hopeful's assassination 
 
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Ecuador is reeling from an unprecedented surge in violence that has claimed the life of yet another political leader named Pedro Briones, marking the third such killing in the past four weeks. This disturbing trend includes the assassination of a presidential hopeful, casting a dark shadow over the country's political landscape.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-to-boycott-2024-paris-olympics-if-russians-are-allowed-to-compete-pm-625787">Ukraine to boycott 2024 Paris Olympics if Russians are allowed to compete: PM 
 
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Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has declared on Telegram that his nation will boycott the 2024 Olympic Games scheduled to be held in France’s Paris if Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to participate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/press-freedom-in-question-turkish-investigative-journalist-jailed-for-fifth-time-in-three-years-625799">Press freedom in question: Turkish investigative journalist jailed for fifth time in three years 
 
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Turkish investigative journalist Baris Pehlivan has found himself behind bars for the fifth time in just three years, further igniting concerns about press freedom in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-and-us-scientists-say-2023-may-be-warmest-year-on-record-and-2024-can-be-even-hotter-625764">NASA and US scientists say 2023 may be warmest year on record, and 2024 can be even hotter 
 
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As the threat of global warming breaching historic records looms large, the US government climate experts have warned there is a 50 per cent chance that 2023 will be the warmest year ever recorded and predicted that next year could be even hotter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-heavy-rains-leave-part-of-kalka-shimla-railway-track-hanging-after-landslide-erodes-ground-beneath-625723">Watch | Heavy rains leave part of Kalka-Shimla railway track hanging after landslide erodes ground beneath 
 
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A segment of the Kalka-Shimla railway track, situated between Joyogh and Summer Hill railway station in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, was left suspended in mid-air due to a landslide, induced by heavy rains.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-asks-taliban-to-reverse-its-course-on-treatment-of-afghan-women-625760">UN asks Taliban to reverse its course on treatment of Afghan women 
 
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Two years after Taliban extremists took over Kabul after democratically-elected President Ashraf Ghani fled Afghanistan following a disastrous US withdrawal, the South Asian nation's new rulers continue to violate many human rights including implementing a system of total discrimination, exclusion and subjugation of women and girls, UN experts said on August 15.

Three suspected Russian spies have been arrested and charged in the United Kingdom after a major national security investigation, British media reported on Tuesday (August 15).

Three suspected Russian spies have been arrested and charged in the United Kingdom after a major national security investigation, British media reported on Tuesday (August 15). In other news, three people lost their lives on Tuesday as a result of the Russian missile attacks in north-western Ukraine, local officials announced. Click on the headlines to read more: Three ‘Russian spies’ arrested after major UK national security investigation: Reports Three suspected Russian spies have been arrested and charged in the United Kingdom after a major national security investigation, British media reported on Tuesday (August 15). According to BBC, all three defendants have been in detention since February. Three dead as Russian missile hits Swedish bearing factory in Ukraine Three people lost their lives on Tuesday (August 15) as a result of the Russian missile attacks in north-western Ukraine, local officials announced. All three deceased were employees of a Swedish bearing maker SKF, which employs around 1,100 people in Ukraine. Wishes pour in from across the world as India celebrates its 77th Independence Day As India celebrates its 77th Independence Day on Tuesday (Aug 15), US Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended heartfelt wishes, stating the two nations have an extremely 'strong bond'. India-China Corps Commander level meeting concludes without any breakthrough The 19th round of India-China Corps Commander level meeting concluded on the Indian side on August 14 at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point, according to a statement released by India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Ecuador: Third political leader killed in a week after presidential hopeful's assassination Ecuador is reeling from an unprecedented surge in violence that has claimed the life of yet another political leader named Pedro Briones, marking the third such killing in the past four weeks. This disturbing trend includes the assassination of a presidential hopeful, casting a dark shadow over the country's political landscape. Ukraine to boycott 2024 Paris Olympics if Russians are allowed to compete: PM Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has declared on Telegram that his nation will boycott the 2024 Olympic Games scheduled to be held in France’s Paris if Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to participate. Press freedom in question: Turkish investigative journalist jailed for fifth time in three years Turkish investigative journalist Baris Pehlivan has found himself behind bars for the fifth time in just three years, further igniting concerns about press freedom in the country. NASA and US scientists say 2023 may be warmest year on record, and 2024 can be even hotter As the threat of global warming breaching historic records looms large, the US government climate experts have warned there is a 50 per cent chance that 2023 will be the warmest year ever recorded and predicted that next year could be even hotter. Watch | Heavy rains leave part of Kalka-Shimla railway track hanging after landslide erodes ground beneath A segment of the Kalka-Shimla railway track, situated between Joyogh and Summer Hill railway station in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, was left suspended in mid-air due to a landslide, induced by heavy rains. UN asks Taliban to reverse its course on treatment of Afghan women Two years after Taliban extremists took over Kabul after democratically-elected President Ashraf Ghani fled Afghanistan following a disastrous US withdrawal, the South Asian nation's new rulers continue to violate many human rights including implementing a system of total discrimination, exclusion and subjugation of women and girls, UN experts said on August 15.

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Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested on Saturday (August 5) after he was sentenced to three years in prison in the Toshakhana case. In other news, the death toll in northern China due to heavy rains and floods rose to at least 30 after storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, slammed the capital Beijing and surrounding regions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-in-toshakhana-case-622603">Toshakhana case: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested after being found guilty, sentenced to three years in jail 
 
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Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested on Saturday (August 5) after he was sentenced to three years in prison in the Toshakhana case. On Saturday, a district and sessions court convicted Khan and announced the prison sentence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-rises-to-30-as-northern-china-reels-from-storm-doksuri-622720">Death toll rises to 30 as northern China reels faces storm Doksuri's wrath 
 
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The death toll in northern China due to heavy rains and floods rose to at least 30 after storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, slammed the capital Beijing and surrounding regions. This comes after 10 people were killed due to floods in a city near Beijing, officials said Saturday (August 5).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-attends-saudi-hosted-ukraine-peace-talks-without-russia-622630">India attends Saudi-hosted Ukraine peace talks, without Russia 
 
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India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval reached Jeddah to take part in the Ukraine peace talks which are being hosted by Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;Doval received a warm welcome from Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Suhel Khan and Consul General Mohammed Shahid Alam at the airport.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-leader-jagdish-tytler-charged-with-murder-in-1984-anti-sikh-riots-case-622666">India: Congress leader Jagdish Tytler charged with murder in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case 
 
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Jagdish Tytler, the leader of India's principal opposition Congress party was charged with murder by Central Bureau of Investigation in the 1984 anti-Sikh pogrom case.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-3-successfully-enters-moons-orbit-isro-622730">Chandrayaan-3 successfully inserted into Moon’s orbit, under lunar gravity now: ISRO 
 
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India’s third moon mission’s spacecraft, Chandrayaan-3, is one step closer to a lunar landing after the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), announced that it has successfully entered the moon’s orbit, on Saturday (August 5).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-strikes-on-syria-claim-lives-of-three-civilians-622719">Russian strikes on Syria claim lives of three civilians 
 
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Russian warplanes hit the outskirts of the northwest Syrian city of Idlib, on Saturday, claiming the lives of at least three civilians from the same family, said a war monitor.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-130-people-evacuated-near-spain-france-border-as-wildfires-spread-622691">More than 130 people evacuated from Spain-France border as wildfires spread 
 
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More than 130 people have been evacuated after a wildfire at Portbou, Spain’s Mediterranean coast near the French border continued to spread, on Saturday (August 5), said a report by AFP citing firefighters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-it-captured-settlement-in-northeastern-ukraine-622700">Russia claims it captured settlement in northeastern Ukraine 
 
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Russia on Saturday released a statement saying that it captured a settlement in northeastern Ukraine, where Kyiv reported a spate of attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-egypt-fire-breaks-out-at-historic-government-building-in-cairo-622739">Video | Egypt: Fire breaks out at historic government building in Cairo 
 
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A huge fire broke out at the historic neo-Islamic ministry building in central Cairo, on Saturday (August 5), no casualties have occurred due to the blaze, as per media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aditi-gopichand-makes-history-gives-india-its-first-ever-individual-gold-medal-at-world-archery-championships-622712">Aditi Gopichand scripts history, gives India its maiden individual gold at World Archery Championships 
 
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Indian archer Aditi Gopichand Swami made history on Saturday, giving India its first-ever individual gold medal in the history of the World Archery Championships at the ongoing edition of the tournament in Berlin.

Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested on Saturday (August 5) after he was sentenced to three years in prison in the Toshakhana case.

Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested on Saturday (August 5) after he was sentenced to three years in prison in the Toshakhana case. In other news, the death toll in northern China due to heavy rains and floods rose to at least 30 after storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, slammed the capital Beijing and surrounding regions. Click on the headlines to read more: Toshakhana case: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested after being found guilty, sentenced to three years in jail Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested on Saturday (August 5) after he was sentenced to three years in prison in the Toshakhana case. On Saturday, a district and sessions court convicted Khan and announced the prison sentence. Death toll rises to 30 as northern China reels faces storm Doksuri's wrath The death toll in northern China due to heavy rains and floods rose to at least 30 after storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, slammed the capital Beijing and surrounding regions. This comes after 10 people were killed due to floods in a city near Beijing, officials said Saturday (August 5). India attends Saudi-hosted Ukraine peace talks, without Russia India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval reached Jeddah to take part in the Ukraine peace talks which are being hosted by Saudi Arabia. Doval received a warm welcome from Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Suhel Khan and Consul General Mohammed Shahid Alam at the airport. India: Congress leader Jagdish Tytler charged with murder in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case Jagdish Tytler, the leader of India's principal opposition Congress party was charged with murder by Central Bureau of Investigation in the 1984 anti-Sikh pogrom case. Chandrayaan-3 successfully inserted into Moon’s orbit, under lunar gravity now: ISRO India’s third moon mission’s spacecraft, Chandrayaan-3, is one step closer to a lunar landing after the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), announced that it has successfully entered the moon’s orbit, on Saturday (August 5). Russian strikes on Syria claim lives of three civilians Russian warplanes hit the outskirts of the northwest Syrian city of Idlib, on Saturday, claiming the lives of at least three civilians from the same family, said a war monitor. More than 130 people evacuated from Spain-France border as wildfires spread More than 130 people have been evacuated after a wildfire at Portbou, Spain’s Mediterranean coast near the French border continued to spread, on Saturday (August 5), said a report by AFP citing firefighters. Russia claims it captured settlement in northeastern Ukraine Russia on Saturday released a statement saying that it captured a settlement in northeastern Ukraine, where Kyiv reported a spate of attacks. Video | Egypt: Fire breaks out at historic government building in Cairo A huge fire broke out at the historic neo-Islamic ministry building in central Cairo, on Saturday (August 5), no casualties have occurred due to the blaze, as per media reports. Aditi Gopichand scripts history, gives India its maiden individual gold at World Archery Championships Indian archer Aditi Gopichand Swami made history on Saturday, giving India its first-ever individual gold medal in the history of the World Archery Championships at the ongoing edition of the tournament in Berlin.

Top 10 world news: Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan arrested, Death toll rises to 30 in China after storm Doksuri & more