The historic&nbsp;Women's Reservation Bill in India has crossed another hurdle.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023 cleared the upper house of Indian Parliament with an absolute majority.

Recent days have witnessed India-Canada relations&nbsp;taking a nosedive, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggesting potential links between the Indian government and the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Trudeau urged India to allow justice to take its course.

In other news, British King Charles III during his visit to France hinted that the two nations may team up&nbsp;to tackle the climate emergency.

Finally, a new study has revealed that gender roles related to housework persist even in this day and age.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-canada-row-live-pm-justin-trudeau-dodges-questions-regarding-charges-against-india-638231">India-Canada row LIVE: Justin Trudeau urges India to allow justice to follow its course over Nijjar's killing</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/21/381140-the-battle-for-kyiv-2023-09-21t212842678.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Speaking at a press conference, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has asked India to engage with Canada and has urged New Delhi to allow justice to take its course. Stay connected to WION&nbsp;for all the live updates on the India-Canada row.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-womens-reservation-bill-clears-rajya-sabha-with-absolute-majority-638337">India: Women's Reservation bill clears Rajya Sabha with absolute majority</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/21/381151-new-wion-100.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Indian parliament,&nbsp;on Thursday gave the green light to the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-no-longer-arming-war-torn-ukraine-amid-grain-deal-row-638229">Poland no longer arming war-torn Ukraine amid grain deal row</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/21/381090-2023-09-21t075755z1lynxmpej8k093rtroptp4ukraine-crisis-grain-poland.JPG?imwidth=1920" />Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has said that his government is no longer arming war-torn Ukraine as it is focusing on building up its stocks of weapons.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/king-charles-iii-proposes-france-uk-pact-to-combat-climate-emergency-638317">King Charles III proposes France-UK pact to combat climate 'emergency'</a>

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King Charles III on Thursday pledged to do everything he could to strengthen the relationship between France and Britain, suggesting the "indispensable" partners should also team up to tackle the climate emergency.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-mp-chandra-arya-claims-khalistan-elements-attacking-hindus-638310">Canada MP Chandra Arya claims Khalistan elements ‘attacking and threatening’ Hindus</a>

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In the midst of strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, Canadian MP Chandra Arya released a statement claiming that the extremist elements were “attacking” and “threatening” the Hindu community residing in Canada to go back to India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-defence-committee-raises-alarm-over-shortage-of-combat-planes-638294">UK defence committee raises alarm over shortage of combat planes</a>

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The deployment of the British navy’s top aircraft career, the HMS Queen Elizabeth, grabbed the headlines in leading British news outlet as it was deployed in the Northern Atlantic with only eight fighter jets, triggering concerns over UK's massive shortages of combat planes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rupert-murdoch-steps-down-as-fox-chairman-after-seven-decade-career-638290">Rupert Murdoch steps down as Fox chairman after seven-decade career</a>

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Rupert Murdoch made an announcement on&nbsp;Thursday (September 21)&nbsp;that he intends to resign from his role as the chairman of Fox Corporation and Fox News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-offers-work-permits-to-half-million-venezuelans-already-in-country-638270">US offers work permits to half million Venezuelans already in country</a>

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The US&nbsp;will grant temporary deportation relief and access to work permits to nearly half a million Venezuelans already in the country, US&nbsp;officials said on Wednesday, a move that follows calls by Democrats to help newly arrived migrants work legally.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/estranged-son-of-thai-king-opposes-draconian-anti-defamation-law-calls-for-open-discussion-on-monarchy-638241">Estranged son of Thai king opposes draconian anti-defamation law, calls for open discussion on monarchy</a>

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An estranged son of Thailand's monarch, who has lived away from his homeland for most of his adult life, has unexpectedly backed the idea of having open discussions regarding the country's monarchy, rejecting the stringent royal anti-defamation law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/practice-what-you-preach-even-today-women-continue-to-shoulder-the-burden-of-housework-survey-638258">'Practice what you preach': Even today, women continue to shoulder the burden of housework - Survey</a>

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A recent British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey has revealed that while the attitude surrounding stereotypical gender roles like housework have changed, the reality, to a large extent, hasn't.

The historic Women's Reservation Bill in India has crossed another hurdle. The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023 cleared the upper house of Indian Parliament with an absolute majority.

The historic Women's Reservation Bill in India has crossed another hurdle. The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023 cleared the upper house of Indian Parliament with an absolute majority. Recent days have witnessed India-Canada relations taking a nosedive, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggesting potential links between the Indian government and the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Trudeau urged India to allow justice to take its course. In other news, British King Charles III during his visit to France hinted that the two nations may team up to tackle the climate emergency. Finally, a new study has revealed that gender roles related to housework persist even in this day and age. Click on the headlines to read more: India-Canada row LIVE: Justin Trudeau urges India to allow justice to follow its course over Nijjar's killing Speaking at a press conference, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has asked India to engage with Canada and has urged New Delhi to allow justice to take its course. Stay connected to WION for all the live updates on the India-Canada row. India: Women's Reservation bill clears Rajya Sabha with absolute majority Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Indian parliament, on Thursday gave the green light to the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill'. Poland no longer arming war-torn Ukraine amid grain deal row Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has said that his government is no longer arming war-torn Ukraine as it is focusing on building up its stocks of weapons. King Charles III proposes France-UK pact to combat climate 'emergency' King Charles III on Thursday pledged to do everything he could to strengthen the relationship between France and Britain, suggesting the "indispensable" partners should also team up to tackle the climate emergency. Canada MP Chandra Arya claims Khalistan elements ‘attacking and threatening’ Hindus In the midst of strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, Canadian MP Chandra Arya released a statement claiming that the extremist elements were “attacking” and “threatening” the Hindu community residing in Canada to go back to India. UK defence committee raises alarm over shortage of combat planes The deployment of the British navy’s top aircraft career, the HMS Queen Elizabeth, grabbed the headlines in leading British news outlet as it was deployed in the Northern Atlantic with only eight fighter jets, triggering concerns over UK's massive shortages of combat planes. Rupert Murdoch steps down as Fox chairman after seven-decade career Rupert Murdoch made an announcement on Thursday (September 21) that he intends to resign from his role as the chairman of Fox Corporation and Fox News. US offers work permits to half million Venezuelans already in country The US will grant temporary deportation relief and access to work permits to nearly half a million Venezuelans already in the country, US officials said on Wednesday, a move that follows calls by Democrats to help newly arrived migrants work legally. Estranged son of Thai king opposes draconian anti-defamation law, calls for open discussion on monarchy An estranged son of Thailand's monarch, who has lived away from his homeland for most of his adult life, has unexpectedly backed the idea of having open discussions regarding the country's monarchy, rejecting the stringent royal anti-defamation law. 'Practice what you preach': Even today, women continue to shoulder the burden of housework - Survey A recent British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey has revealed that while the attitude surrounding stereotypical gender roles like housework have changed, the reality, to a large extent, hasn't.

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has initiated attempts to pacify the row surrounding Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's death. After expelling India's top diplomat, Trudeau told the press that his country was not trying "to provoke India" by suggesting its agents were linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader. In other news, US President Joe Biden will soon face the first hearing in the impeachment inquiry that will "focus on constitutional and legal questions surrounding the president’s involvement in corruption and abuse of public office."

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-looking-to-provoke-trudeau-on-row-over-khalistan-terrorist-hardeep-singh-nijjar-death-637619">'Not trying to provoke...' : Trudeau attempts to pacify row over Hardeep Singh Nijjar death</a>

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After taking the extreme diplomatic step of expelling a top Indian diplomat, Justin Trudeau is attempting to clarify his diplomatic tone by saying that Canada is not looking to provoke India in connection to the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/exclusive-afghan-women-ask-united-nations-to-restore-right-to-education-under-taliban-rule-637585">Exclusive: Afghan women ask United Nations to restore right to education under Taliban rule</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380678-untitled-design-2023-09-19t174249011.png?imwidth=1920" />A former Political Science student from a university in Kabul suggests if&nbsp;Afghan women have become the bargaining chip for Taliban to legitimise their authority on international landscape.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-republicans-to-hold-first-impeachment-hearing-against-president-biden-next-week-637624">US House Republicans to hold first impeachment hearing against President Biden next week</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380705-wion-images-2023-09-19t201117749.png?imwidth=1920" />United States House&nbsp;Republicans plan to hold the first hearing in the impeachment inquiry into President&nbsp;Joe Biden next week, said a spokesperson for the GOP-led panel, on Tuesday (September 19).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-president-xi-says-us-and-china-should-and-must-achieve-peaceful-co-existence-637542">Chinese President Xi says US and China 'should and must' achieve peaceful co-existence</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380655-new-wion-80.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his desire to lower the enduring tensions between his nation and the United States and has called for peaceful coexistence between the two world powers.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/naked-aggression-biden-hits-hard-at-russia-for-prolonged-war-in-ukraine-637627">'Naked aggression': Biden hits hard at Russia for prolonged war in Ukraine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380704-untitled-design-2023-09-19t200743416.png?imwidth=1920" />As world leaders gather to attend the UN General Assembly, US President Joe Biden is pushing for backing calling Russia's invasion of Ukraine as "naked aggression". He hit hard at Russia saying that if steps are not taken to cease the war in Ukraine, by stopping Moscow, there will be a threat to the independence of all nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/banned-separatist-group-sfj-threatens-to-shut-down-indian-consulates-next-week-637580">Banned separatist group SFJ threatens to shut down Indian consulates next week</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380675-untitled-design-2023-09-19t172704089.png?imwidth=1920" />After a major diplomatic row broke out over Canada's allegation that India was linked to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the banned Indian separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) said it will hold protests and&nbsp;shut down Indian consulate offices in Canada in the coming week, Canadian media outlet Global News reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-vs-india-over-nijjar-death-uk-australia-pms-appear-cold-to-trudeaus-claims-heres-how-637583">Canada vs India over Nijjar death: UK, Australia PMs appear cold to Trudeau's claims. Here's&nbsp;how</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/19/380676-sunak.png?imwidth=1920" />Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s effort to corner India diplomatically over the alleged role of 'agents of government' in the death of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar seems to have failed miserably after its so-called “closest allies” refused to condemn New Delhi over the incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-ex-foreign-minister-qin-gang-was-ousted-after-alleged-affair-report-637587">China’s ex-foreign minister Qin Gang ousted after alleged 'affair': Report</a>

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China’s former Foreign Minister Qin Gang was ousted after he allegedly had an extramarital affair while he was ambassador to the United States, said a report by the Wall Street Journal, on Tuesday (September 19), citing people familiar with the matter.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-population-crisis-worsens-one-in-10-people-aged-80-or-older-report-637578">Japan population crisis worsens, one in 10 people aged 80 or older: Report</a>

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Japan is ageing. Recent data by the Japanese government has revealed that for the first time, more than 10 per cent or one in 10 people have crossed the age of 80 years or older.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-parker-solar-probe-gets-closest-to-sun-spends-two-days-in-solar-storm-watch-637628">NASA's Parker Solar Probe gets 'closest' to Sun, spends two days in solar storm. Watch</a>

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NASA's Parker Solar Probe has marked a historic milestone by becoming the first spacecraft to fly through a coronal mass ejection (CME) directly from the sun — a colossal eruption which expels billions of tons of plasma.&nbsp;

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has initiated attempts to pacify the row surrounding Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's death. After expelling India's top diplomat, Trudeau told the press that his country was not trying "to provoke India" by suggesting its agents were linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has initiated attempts to pacify the row surrounding Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's death. After expelling India's top diplomat, Trudeau told the press that his country was not trying "to provoke India" by suggesting its agents were linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader. In other news, US President Joe Biden will soon face the first hearing in the impeachment inquiry that will "focus on constitutional and legal questions surrounding the president’s involvement in corruption and abuse of public office." Click on the headlines to read more: 'Not trying to provoke...' : Trudeau attempts to pacify row over Hardeep Singh Nijjar death After taking the extreme diplomatic step of expelling a top Indian diplomat, Justin Trudeau is attempting to clarify his diplomatic tone by saying that Canada is not looking to provoke India in connection to the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Exclusive: Afghan women ask United Nations to restore right to education under Taliban rule A former Political Science student from a university in Kabul suggests if Afghan women have become the bargaining chip for Taliban to legitimise their authority on international landscape. US House Republicans to hold first impeachment hearing against President Biden next week United States House Republicans plan to hold the first hearing in the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden next week, said a spokesperson for the GOP-led panel, on Tuesday (September 19). Chinese President Xi says US and China 'should and must' achieve peaceful co-existence Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his desire to lower the enduring tensions between his nation and the United States and has called for peaceful coexistence between the two world powers. 'Naked aggression': Biden hits hard at Russia for prolonged war in Ukraine As world leaders gather to attend the UN General Assembly, US President Joe Biden is pushing for backing calling Russia's invasion of Ukraine as "naked aggression". He hit hard at Russia saying that if steps are not taken to cease the war in Ukraine, by stopping Moscow, there will be a threat to the independence of all nations. Banned separatist group SFJ threatens to shut down Indian consulates next week After a major diplomatic row broke out over Canada's allegation that India was linked to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the banned Indian separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) said it will hold protests and shut down Indian consulate offices in Canada in the coming week, Canadian media outlet Global News reported. Canada vs India over Nijjar death: UK, Australia PMs appear cold to Trudeau's claims. Here's how Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s effort to corner India diplomatically over the alleged role of 'agents of government' in the death of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar seems to have failed miserably after its so-called “closest allies” refused to condemn New Delhi over the incident. China’s ex-foreign minister Qin Gang ousted after alleged 'affair': Report China’s former Foreign Minister Qin Gang was ousted after he allegedly had an extramarital affair while he was ambassador to the United States, said a report by the Wall Street Journal, on Tuesday (September 19), citing people familiar with the matter. Japan population crisis worsens, one in 10 people aged 80 or older: Report Japan is ageing. Recent data by the Japanese government has revealed that for the first time, more than 10 per cent or one in 10 people have crossed the age of 80 years or older. NASA's Parker Solar Probe gets 'closest' to Sun, spends two days in solar storm. Watch NASA's Parker Solar Probe has marked a historic milestone by becoming the first spacecraft to fly through a coronal mass ejection (CME) directly from the sun — a colossal eruption which expels billions of tons of plasma.

Top 10 world news: Trudeau attempts to pacify row with India, impeachment hearing against Biden, and more

A Qatari jet carrying five American citizens who were detained in Iran has arrived in Doha as part of a prisoner exchange, according to media reports, on Monday (September 18). In other news, the Kremlin said&nbsp;that it did not have information on the health condition of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. It was asked about social media reports which said that the 46-year-old was unwell. There was speculation that he is in a coma, or possibly dead.

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A Qatari jet carrying five American citizens who were detained in Iran has arrived in Doha as part of a prisoner exchange, according to media reports, on Monday (September 18).&nbsp;The American citizens who had been detained in Iran, some for nearly a decade, were freed after a controversial prisoner swap involving the unfreezing of at least $6 billion of Iranian money.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-says-no-information-on-chechen-leaders-health-speculation-rife-637190">Ramzan Kadyrov: Kremlin has 'no info' on Chechen leader's health amid talk he's dead or sick 
 
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The Kremlin said on Monday (September 18) that it did not have information on health condition of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. It was asked about social media reports which said that the 46-year-old was unwell. There was speculation that he is in a coma, or possibly dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-claims-to-have-broken-russian-defence-line-near-bakhmut-637252">Ukraine claims to have broken Russian defence line near Bakhmut 
 
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Ukraine, on Monday (September 18) claimed that its forces had broken through a Russian line of defence near the eastern frontline city of Bakhmut amid fierce fighting, reported news agency AFP.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-f-35b-plane-suspected-to-be-in-air-after-pilot-safely-ejects-after-mishap-637014">US: F-35B fighter jet goes missing after pilot safely ejects 
 
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An advanced Marine Corps F-35B fighter jet in the United States went missing on September 17 after a "mishap" forced a pilot to eject near the Charleston area of South Carolina state, the service said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/hoysala-empire-temples-in-indias-karnataka-listed-as-unesco-world-heritage-site-637234">Hoysala empire temples in India's Karnataka listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site 
 
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Hoysala empire temples in India's Karnataka have been inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites on Monday (September 18). This is the 42nd addition of India to the heritage list.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-renewable-alliance-calls-for-tripling-renewable-energy-capacity-by-2030-at-cop28-637254">Global Renewable Alliance calls on leaders for tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 at COP28 
 
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The Global Renewable Alliance (GRA), comprising over 200 organisations, has issued an open letter calling for the urgent need to triple renewable energy capacity to a minimum of 11,000 GW at COP28, scheduled for this year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-on-top-un-court-to-throw-out-ukraines-hopelessly-flawed-genocide-case-637201">Russia calls on top UN court to throw out Ukraine’s ‘hopelessly flawed’ genocide case 
 
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Russia, on Monday (September 18) called on the United Nation’s highest court in The Hague, Netherlands, to toss out what it has described as a “hopelessly flawed” case that challenges Moscow’s claim that “genocide” in eastern Ukraine was a pretext for its invasion, last year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-lodges-complaint-over-german-foreign-ministers-dictator-jibe-637186">China lodges complaint over German foreign minister's 'dictator' jibe 
 
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China has registered its protest with Germany following comments by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who referred to President Xi Jinping as a "dictator." The Chinese foreign ministry termed this as both "absurd" and an "open political provocation," as per Reuters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-announces-india-squad-for-australia-odis-rohit-kohli-to-feature-in-series-finale-r-ashwin-returns-637248">BCCI announces India squad for Australia ODIs: Rohit, Kohli to feature in series finale, R Ashwin returns 
 
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A day after Team India won Asia Cup 2023, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Monday (September 18), announced India's squad for their next assignment, i.e. a three-match ODI series versus Australia at home. KL Rahul will lead in the first two games whereas Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature only in the series finale.&nbsp;

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Russell Brand has found himself in the middle of a raging controversy after some serious criminal allegations were levelled against him over the weekend. Three British news organisations have published an investigation over the last weekend after four women accused him of sexual assault.

A Qatari jet carrying five American citizens who were detained in Iran has arrived in Doha as part of a prisoner exchange, according to media reports, on Monday (September 18).

A Qatari jet carrying five American citizens who were detained in Iran has arrived in Doha as part of a prisoner exchange, according to media reports, on Monday (September 18). In other news, the Kremlin said that it did not have information on the health condition of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. It was asked about social media reports which said that the 46-year-old was unwell. There was speculation that he is in a coma, or possibly dead. Click on the headlines to read more: US and Iran swap prisoners after Qatar-brokered deal unfreezes $6 billion of Iranian oil money A Qatari jet carrying five American citizens who were detained in Iran has arrived in Doha as part of a prisoner exchange, according to media reports, on Monday (September 18). The American citizens who had been detained in Iran, some for nearly a decade, were freed after a controversial prisoner swap involving the unfreezing of at least $6 billion of Iranian money. Ramzan Kadyrov: Kremlin has 'no info' on Chechen leader's health amid talk he's dead or sick The Kremlin said on Monday (September 18) that it did not have information on health condition of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. It was asked about social media reports which said that the 46-year-old was unwell. There was speculation that he is in a coma, or possibly dead. Ukraine claims to have broken Russian defence line near Bakhmut Ukraine, on Monday (September 18) claimed that its forces had broken through a Russian line of defence near the eastern frontline city of Bakhmut amid fierce fighting, reported news agency AFP. US: F-35B fighter jet goes missing after pilot safely ejects An advanced Marine Corps F-35B fighter jet in the United States went missing on September 17 after a "mishap" forced a pilot to eject near the Charleston area of South Carolina state, the service said. Hoysala empire temples in India's Karnataka listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site Hoysala empire temples in India's Karnataka have been inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites on Monday (September 18). This is the 42nd addition of India to the heritage list. Global Renewable Alliance calls on leaders for tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 at COP28 The Global Renewable Alliance (GRA), comprising over 200 organisations, has issued an open letter calling for the urgent need to triple renewable energy capacity to a minimum of 11,000 GW at COP28, scheduled for this year. Russia calls on top UN court to throw out Ukraine’s ‘hopelessly flawed’ genocide case Russia, on Monday (September 18) called on the United Nation’s highest court in The Hague, Netherlands, to toss out what it has described as a “hopelessly flawed” case that challenges Moscow’s claim that “genocide” in eastern Ukraine was a pretext for its invasion, last year. China lodges complaint over German foreign minister's 'dictator' jibe China has registered its protest with Germany following comments by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who referred to President Xi Jinping as a "dictator." The Chinese foreign ministry termed this as both "absurd" and an "open political provocation," as per Reuters. BCCI announces India squad for Australia ODIs: Rohit, Kohli to feature in series finale, R Ashwin returns A day after Team India won Asia Cup 2023, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Monday (September 18), announced India's squad for their next assignment, i.e. a three-match ODI series versus Australia at home. KL Rahul will lead in the first two games whereas Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature only in the series finale. Explained | Russell Brand: From sex addiction to sex abuse allegations Russell Brand has found himself in the middle of a raging controversy after some serious criminal allegations were levelled against him over the weekend. Three British news organisations have published an investigation over the last weekend after four women accused him of sexual assault.

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Biden's impeachment inquiry:&nbsp;Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy&nbsp;on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open&nbsp;an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings. 
 
Libya floods:&nbsp;More than 1,000 bodies have been recovered from the flood-hit eastern Libyan city of Derna, said a minister from the administration that controls east Libya.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the head of the IFRC&nbsp;in Libya said that around 10,000 people are thought to be missing after the major floods.&nbsp;

N. Korea's Kim&nbsp;Jong Un's visit to&nbsp;Russia:&nbsp;The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12) aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/top-us-house-republican-mccarthy-calls-for-prez-bidens-impeachment-inquiry-white-house-slams-move-635383">Top US House Republican McCarthy orders Prez Biden's impeachment inquiry; White House slams move 
 
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Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy, on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings.

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More than 1,000 bodies have been recovered from the flood-hit eastern Libyan city of Derna, a minister from the administration that controls east Libya told Reuters, on Tuesday (September 12). He also said that a quarter of the city was wiped out by the floods after dams burst due to the storm which brought torrential rains in the region.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/n-koreas-kim-jong-un-arrives-in-russia-ahead-of-anticipated-meeting-with-putin-635077">N. Korea's Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia ahead of confirmed one-on-one with Putin 
 
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The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12) aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

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King Mohammed VI of Morocco has remained silent on aid offers made by France following a devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake, the most powerful to hit Morocco in a century. This comes amidst escalating tensions between the two nations, fueled by their shared colonial history.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/shehbaz-confirms-nawaz-sharif-will-return-to-pakistan-on-october-21-635335">Shehbaz confirms Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21 
 
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Shehbaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, confirmed on Tuesday (September 12) that his brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the nation from London on October 21, ending his four-year exile.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/made-in-india-apple-iphone-to-debut-on-launch-day-635289">Made-in-India Apple iPhone to debut on launch day in India for the first time 
 
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For the first time in history, Indians may be able to purchase a new made-in-India iPhone model on the launch day. As Apple Inc. has been planning to bring the made-in-India iPhone 15 to the Indian market as well as some other regions on the debut day of the global sales, said officials.&nbsp;

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The Polish government, on Tuesday (September 12) called on the European Union to extend the embargo on imports of Ukrainian grain ahead of the deadline&nbsp;and said that it would continue to block domestic imports even if Brussels lifts the ban. In response, Kyiv has warned that it would seek international arbitration over restrictions.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-brands-trumps-legal-battles-as-political-witch-hunt-as-us-russia-tensions-escalate-635278">Putin calls Trump's legal battles a political witch hunt as US-Russia tensions escalate 
 
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-cow-vigilante-monu-manesar-arrested-for-inflammatory-social-media-posts-amid-murder-investigations-635241">India: Cow vigilante Monu Manesar arrested for 'inflammatory' social media posts amid murder investigations 
 
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Cow vigilante Mohit Yadav, who goes by the alias Monu Manesar, has been apprehended by the Haryana Police in connection to a clash that broke out between two groups following a religious procession in Nuh district of North Indian state of Haryana on July 31, media reports said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-live-updates-check-head-to-head-ball-by-ball-updates-for-india-vs-sri-lanka-super-4-asia-cup-2023-match-635108">IND vs SL, Asia Cup, Live Score and Updates: Kuldeep jolts Sri Lanka for fourth wicket 
 
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India and Sri Lanka will clash in the 10th match of Asia Cup 2023. The R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium will host the highly-anticipated match on Tuesday, September 12.&nbsp;So far, India and Sri Lanka have won one match each in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 stage.

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Biden's impeachment inquiry: Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings.

Biden's impeachment inquiry: Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings. Libya floods: More than 1,000 bodies have been recovered from the flood-hit eastern Libyan city of Derna, said a minister from the administration that controls east Libya. Meanwhile, the head of the IFRC in Libya said that around 10,000 people are thought to be missing after the major floods. N. Korea's Kim Jong Un's visit to Russia: The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12) aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin. Click on the headlines to read more: Top US House Republican McCarthy orders Prez Biden's impeachment inquiry; White House slams move Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy, on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings. Libya floods: Quarter of Derna wiped out, around 10,000 feared missing More than 1,000 bodies have been recovered from the flood-hit eastern Libyan city of Derna, a minister from the administration that controls east Libya told Reuters, on Tuesday (September 12). He also said that a quarter of the city was wiped out by the floods after dams burst due to the storm which brought torrential rains in the region. N. Korea's Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia ahead of confirmed one-on-one with Putin The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12) aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin. No nod to French quake aid offers by Moroccan King amid diplomatic tensions King Mohammed VI of Morocco has remained silent on aid offers made by France following a devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake, the most powerful to hit Morocco in a century. This comes amidst escalating tensions between the two nations, fueled by their shared colonial history. Shehbaz confirms Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21 Shehbaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, confirmed on Tuesday (September 12) that his brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the nation from London on October 21, ending his four-year exile. Made-in-India Apple iPhone to debut on launch day in India for the first time For the first time in history, Indians may be able to purchase a new made-in-India iPhone model on the launch day. As Apple Inc. has been planning to bring the made-in-India iPhone 15 to the Indian market as well as some other regions on the debut day of the global sales, said officials. Poland asks EU to extend embargo on Ukraine grain; Kyiv may take legal action over restrictions The Polish government, on Tuesday (September 12) called on the European Union to extend the embargo on imports of Ukrainian grain ahead of the deadline and said that it would continue to block domestic imports even if Brussels lifts the ban. In response, Kyiv has warned that it would seek international arbitration over restrictions. Putin calls Trump's legal battles a political witch hunt as US-Russia tensions escalate Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution. India: Cow vigilante Monu Manesar arrested for 'inflammatory' social media posts amid murder investigations Cow vigilante Mohit Yadav, who goes by the alias Monu Manesar, has been apprehended by the Haryana Police in connection to a clash that broke out between two groups following a religious procession in Nuh district of North Indian state of Haryana on July 31, media reports said. IND vs SL, Asia Cup, Live Score and Updates: Kuldeep jolts Sri Lanka for fourth wicket India and Sri Lanka will clash in the 10th match of Asia Cup 2023. The R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium will host the highly-anticipated match on Tuesday, September 12. So far, India and Sri Lanka have won one match each in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 stage.

Top 10 world news: US speaker orders impeachment probe against Biden, floods in Libya, and more

G20 Summit: Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not attend the upcoming G20 summit in Delhi, the Kremlin said as the Russian president earlier skipped BRICS summit in Johannesburg. Russia says Putin won't be attending the meet as he is preoccupied with the Ukraine crisis.

US Jet crash:&nbsp;A US F-18&nbsp;jet crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California, on Friday.&nbsp;The media report citing officials said that the crash involving a F/A-18 Hornet happened near Interstate 15 early morning. According to Fox News, there was only one pilot on board whose condition was not immediately known.&nbsp;

Quran burning:&nbsp;Denmark govt is bringing a proposal to ban the burning of Holy Quran in public places in the country. This comes as both Sweden and Denmark have ramped up border security after a series of Quran-burning protests and the backlash in early August.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-president-vladimir-putin-not-to-attend-g20-summit-in-india-629120">Russian President Vladimir Putin not to attend G20 summit in India in person</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/07/29/370057-the-battle-for-kyiv-2023-07-29t020359185.png?imwidth=1920" />Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the upcoming G20 Summit in India in September in person, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday (Aug 25).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-congratulate-you-for-success-of-chandrayaan-3-pm-modi-speaks-to-indian-diaspora-in-greece-629253">'I congratulate you for success of Chandrayaan-3' PM Modi speaks to Indian diaspora in Greece</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375552-untitled-design-38.png?imwidth=1920" />PM Modi is on a day-long visit to Greece, becoming the first Indian PM to visit Greece in 40 years. Later, he addressed the Indian community in Athens.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-f-18-military-jet-crashes-near-san-diego-reports-629237">US F-18 military jet crashes near San Diego: Reports</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375546-wion-images-2023-08-25t205448823.png?imwidth=1920" />According to American media reports, a United States military jet crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California, on Friday (August 25). The cause of the crash was not immediately known, reported ABC News.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-government-to-propose-legislation-to-ban-quran-burnings-629234">Denmark government to propose legislation to ban Quran burnings</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375545-wion-images-2023-08-25t202134440.png?imwidth=1920" />The Danish government, on Friday (August 25) said that they are preparing to propose bills that would make it illegal to burn copies of the Quran in public places after a string of desecrations of Islam’s holy book in the Scandinavian nation which has sparked outrage in Muslim countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-dismisses-chinas-claim-that-request-for-modis-meet-with-xi-came-from-new-delhi-628983">BRICS summit: India dismisses China's claim that New Delhi made a request for Modi-Xi meet</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375400-2023-08-24t151852z1lynxmpej7n0pwrtroptp4brics-summit.JPG?imwidth=1920" />The Indian government has dismissed China's claim that the request for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping came from New Delhi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-f-16-pilots-to-start-training-in-us-in-september-pentagon-628948">Ukraine's F-16 pilots to start training in US in September: Pentagon</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375378-untitled-design-2023-08-25t085220046.png?imwidth=1920" />The Pentagon on Thursday (August 24) said that Ukrainian F-16 pilots will start receiving training next month in the United States so that they are capable of using the advanced aircraft against Russian forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vivek-ramaswamys-popularity-spurs-post-gop-presidential-primary-debate-turbocharges-his-fundraising-629184">Vivek Ramaswamy's popularity spurs post GOP presidential primary debate, turbocharges his fundraising</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375505-untitled-design-2023-08-25t180733470.png?imwidth=1920" />The multimillionaire Ramaswamy's popularity spurred and so did his online fundraising after his standout performance at the GOP debate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pm-modi-to-meet-isros-chandrayaan-3-team-after-successful-lunar-landing-629152">India: PM Modi to meet ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 team after historic lunar landing</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375496-wion-images-2.png?imwidth=1920" />As the minister who is directly in charge of crucial portfolios including Space and Atomic energy, among others, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be visiting ISRO’s Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) facility in Bengaluru.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/08/25/375493-1-2023-08-25t165710744.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Controversy broke out on Sunday, August 20 when Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales made headlines for all the wrong reasons despite the nation’s first FIFA Women’s World Cup victory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-asteroid-city-review-wes-andersons-latest-is-a-feast-for-the-senses-628933">Asteroid City review: Wes Anderson's latest is a feast for the senses</a>

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Asteroid City showcases Wes Anderson's trademark style with meticulously composed frames, vibrant colours, and a whimsical cast of characters.

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G20 Summit: Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not attend the upcoming G20 summit in Delhi, the Kremlin said as the Russian president earlier skipped BRICS summit in Johannesburg.

G20 Summit: Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not attend the upcoming G20 summit in Delhi, the Kremlin said as the Russian president earlier skipped BRICS summit in Johannesburg. Russia says Putin won't be attending the meet as he is preoccupied with the Ukraine crisis. US Jet crash: A US F-18 jet crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California, on Friday. The media report citing officials said that the crash involving a F/A-18 Hornet happened near Interstate 15 early morning. According to Fox News, there was only one pilot on board whose condition was not immediately known. Quran burning: Denmark govt is bringing a proposal to ban the burning of Holy Quran in public places in the country. This comes as both Sweden and Denmark have ramped up border security after a series of Quran-burning protests and the backlash in early August. Click on the headlines to read more. Russian President Vladimir Putin not to attend G20 summit in India in person Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the upcoming G20 Summit in India in September in person, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday (Aug 25). 'I congratulate you for success of Chandrayaan-3' PM Modi speaks to Indian diaspora in Greece PM Modi is on a day-long visit to Greece, becoming the first Indian PM to visit Greece in 40 years. Later, he addressed the Indian community in Athens. US F-18 military jet crashes near San Diego: Reports According to American media reports, a United States military jet crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California, on Friday (August 25). The cause of the crash was not immediately known, reported ABC News. Denmark government to propose legislation to ban Quran burnings The Danish government, on Friday (August 25) said that they are preparing to propose bills that would make it illegal to burn copies of the Quran in public places after a string of desecrations of Islam’s holy book in the Scandinavian nation which has sparked outrage in Muslim countries. BRICS summit: India dismisses China's claim that New Delhi made a request for Modi-Xi meet The Indian government has dismissed China's claim that the request for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping came from New Delhi. Ukraine's F-16 pilots to start training in US in September: Pentagon The Pentagon on Thursday (August 24) said that Ukrainian F-16 pilots will start receiving training next month in the United States so that they are capable of using the advanced aircraft against Russian forces. Vivek Ramaswamy's popularity spurs post GOP presidential primary debate, turbocharges his fundraising The multimillionaire Ramaswamy's popularity spurred and so did his online fundraising after his standout performance at the GOP debate. India: PM Modi to meet ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 team after historic lunar landing As the minister who is directly in charge of crucial portfolios including Space and Atomic energy, among others, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be visiting ISRO’s Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) facility in Bengaluru. Who is controversial Spanish football official Luis Rubiales? Controversy broke out on Sunday, August 20 when Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales made headlines for all the wrong reasons despite the nation’s first FIFA Women’s World Cup victory. Asteroid City review: Wes Anderson's latest is a feast for the senses Asteroid City showcases Wes Anderson's trademark style with meticulously composed frames, vibrant colours, and a whimsical cast of characters.

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At least seven people, including a baby, were killed after Russian forces shelled two villages in the southern Ukrainian region of Kherson&nbsp;on Sunday (August 13), according to officials in Ukraine. In other news, a&nbsp;convoy of 23 Chinese engineers, which included one van and three SUVs, all bullet-proof, was attacked by Baloch militants in the Pakistani port city of Gwadar, Balochistan. The workers were involved in infrastructure projects.

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At least seven people, including a baby, were killed after Russian forces shelled two villages in the southern Ukrainian region of Kherson, on Sunday (August 13), according to officials in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia claims to have shot down at least four Ukrainian drones over western regions.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinese-engineers-attacked-in-pakistans-gwadar-2-terrorists-killed-625047">Pakistan: Convoy of 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Gwadar, 3 terrorists killed 
 
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A convoy of 23 Chinese engineers, which included one van and three SUVs, all bullet-proof, was attacked by Baloch militants in the Pakistani port city of Gwadar, Balochistan. The workers were involved in infrastructure projects.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/columbian-siblings-tragic-tale-takes-a-dark-turn-father-charged-with-sexual-abuse-625082">Colombian siblings' tragic tale takes a dark turn, father charged with sexual abuse 
 
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Two of the four Indigenous children who managed to survive for an astonishing 40 days in the Amazon jungle after a plane crash have seen their lives marred by further tragedy. The father of these children has now been charged with sexually abusing his stepdaughter, according to media reports quoting Colombian prosecutors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/maui-wildfires-death-toll-climbs-to-93-hundreds-still-missing-top-points-625038">Maui wildfires: Death toll climbs to 93, hundreds still missing | Top points 
 
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The death toll due to wildfires in Hawaii's Maui has climbed to 93 and hundreds of people are reported to be still missing. This is the deadliest fire in the United States in more than a century. Hawaiian authorities have begun a probe into the handling of the fire which started four days back.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fatal-building-fire-kills-three-in-french-riviera-city-of-grasse-625049">Fatal building fire kills three in French Riviera city of Grasse 
 
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In a devastating incident that occurred early Sunday (August 13), a fire engulfed a residential building located in the central district of Grasse, a renowned city in the French Riviera.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-gangster-accused-of-giving-death-threats-to-slain-ecuador-presidential-candidate-moved-to-max-security-625098">WATCH | Gangster accused of giving death threats to slain Ecuador presidential candidate moved to max security 
 
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Jose Adolfo Macias, also known as "Fito", who is facing allegations of issuing death threats to murdered Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, has been transferred to maximum security jail, media reports said. The dawn operation saw the presence of thousands of Ecuadorian soldiers and police.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-war-era-munitions-unearthed-in-cambodian-school-premises-625086">Thousands of war-era munitions unearthed in Cambodian school premises 
 
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Thousands of unexploded ordnance remnants from Cambodia's harrowing civil war era have been unearthed in a school located in the country's northeastern region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-large-fire-breaks-out-at-fertiliser-warehouse-in-moscow-region-625095">Video | Large fire breaks out at fertiliser warehouse in Moscow region 
 
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A large fire broke out at a fertiliser warehouse in the town of Ramenskoye in the Moscow region, on Sunday (August 13), reported Russian news agencies citing the country’s officials, and has since been extinguished. This comes days after another warehouse in Odintsovo, a town to the west of Moscow, was reported to be on fire.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-advanced-frigate-vindhyagiri-set-for-momentous-launch-by-president-murmu-625091">India's advanced frigate 'Vindhyagiri' set for momentous launch by President Droupadi Murmu 
 
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Showcasing India's naval prowess and technological advancements, the Indian President Droupadi Murmu, is scheduled to inaugurate the unveiling of Project 17A Frigate Y-3024 'Vindhyagiri'. This auspicious occasion will take place at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited in Kolkata on August 17, 2023.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/explained-why-it-is-too-late-to-consider-tilak-verma-for-indias-no-4-spot-for-cwc-23-625050">Explained | Why it is too late to consider Tilak Verma for India's No. 4 spot for CWC '23 
 
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The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 (CWC '23) edition is not even two months away. The mega event will be held in India and, thus, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. are one of the favourites to lift the coveted title. After all, the last three editions have been won by the hosts.

At least seven people, including a baby, were killed after Russian forces shelled two villages in the southern Ukrainian region of Kherson on Sunday (August 13), according to officials in Ukraine.

At least seven people, including a baby, were killed after Russian forces shelled two villages in the southern Ukrainian region of Kherson on Sunday (August 13), according to officials in Ukraine. In other news, a convoy of 23 Chinese engineers, which included one van and three SUVs, all bullet-proof, was attacked by Baloch militants in the Pakistani port city of Gwadar, Balochistan. The workers were involved in infrastructure projects. Click on the headlines to read more: At least 7, including baby killed in Ukraine after Russian shelling; Moscow downed 4 drones At least seven people, including a baby, were killed after Russian forces shelled two villages in the southern Ukrainian region of Kherson, on Sunday (August 13), according to officials in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia claims to have shot down at least four Ukrainian drones over western regions. Pakistan: Convoy of 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Gwadar, 3 terrorists killed A convoy of 23 Chinese engineers, which included one van and three SUVs, all bullet-proof, was attacked by Baloch militants in the Pakistani port city of Gwadar, Balochistan. The workers were involved in infrastructure projects. Colombian siblings' tragic tale takes a dark turn, father charged with sexual abuse Two of the four Indigenous children who managed to survive for an astonishing 40 days in the Amazon jungle after a plane crash have seen their lives marred by further tragedy. The father of these children has now been charged with sexually abusing his stepdaughter, according to media reports quoting Colombian prosecutors. Maui wildfires: Death toll climbs to 93, hundreds still missing | Top points The death toll due to wildfires in Hawaii's Maui has climbed to 93 and hundreds of people are reported to be still missing. This is the deadliest fire in the United States in more than a century. Hawaiian authorities have begun a probe into the handling of the fire which started four days back. Fatal building fire kills three in French Riviera city of Grasse In a devastating incident that occurred early Sunday (August 13), a fire engulfed a residential building located in the central district of Grasse, a renowned city in the French Riviera. WATCH | Gangster accused of giving death threats to slain Ecuador presidential candidate moved to max security Jose Adolfo Macias, also known as "Fito", who is facing allegations of issuing death threats to murdered Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, has been transferred to maximum security jail, media reports said. The dawn operation saw the presence of thousands of Ecuadorian soldiers and police. Thousands of war-era munitions unearthed in Cambodian school premises Thousands of unexploded ordnance remnants from Cambodia's harrowing civil war era have been unearthed in a school located in the country's northeastern region. Video | Large fire breaks out at fertiliser warehouse in Moscow region A large fire broke out at a fertiliser warehouse in the town of Ramenskoye in the Moscow region, on Sunday (August 13), reported Russian news agencies citing the country’s officials, and has since been extinguished. This comes days after another warehouse in Odintsovo, a town to the west of Moscow, was reported to be on fire. India's advanced frigate 'Vindhyagiri' set for momentous launch by President Droupadi Murmu Showcasing India's naval prowess and technological advancements, the Indian President Droupadi Murmu, is scheduled to inaugurate the unveiling of Project 17A Frigate Y-3024 'Vindhyagiri'. This auspicious occasion will take place at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited in Kolkata on August 17, 2023. Explained | Why it is too late to consider Tilak Verma for India's No. 4 spot for CWC '23 The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 (CWC '23) edition is not even two months away. The mega event will be held in India and, thus, Rohit Sharma & Co. are one of the favourites to lift the coveted title. After all, the last three editions have been won by the hosts.

Top 10 world news: Russian shelling in Ukraine kills 7, Chinese engineers' convoy attacked in Pakistan & more

Two Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over a bridge connecting Crimea, which was annexed by Moscow, to the Russian mainland, said an official on Saturday (August 12). In other news,&nbsp;Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the leader of the opposition Raja Riaz, have chosen Senator Anwar Ul Haq Kakar to become the country’s caretaker PM following their meeting on Saturday (August 12), announced the leaders.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-two-missiles-downed-over-crimea-bridge-claims-pro-russia-official-624842">Russia shoots down two Ukrainian missiles over Crimea bridge 
 
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Two Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over a bridge connecting Crimea, which was annexed by Moscow, to the Russian mainland, said an official on Saturday (August 12). 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-lawmaker-anwar-ul-haq-kakar-chosen-as-new-interim-prime-minister-624827">Pakistan: Balochistan lawmaker Anwar Ul Haq Kakar chosen as caretaker prime minister 
 
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the leader of the opposition Raja Riaz, have chosen Senator Anwar Ul Haq Kakar to become the country’s caretaker PM following their meeting on Saturday (August 12), announced the leaders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-killed-55-rescued-after-boat-carrying-migrants-capsizes-in-channel-624852">Six killed, 55 rescued after boat carrying migrants capsizes in Channel 
 
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Six people died and 55 others were rescued when a boat filled with migrants and moving towards Britain sank in the Channel early on Saturday, said French maritime officials, as a search and rescue operation continued to find those still missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-inside-saudi-arabias-bid-to-build-most-advanced-sixth-generation-fighter-jets-624814">Explained | Inside Saudi Arabia's bid to build most advanced sixth-generation fighter jets 
 
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Saudi Arabia is reportedly pushing the United Kingdom, Japan and Italy to allow it to become a full partner in Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) that the three countries signed in December.The GCAP aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet by 2035. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-police-evacuates-eiffel-tower-after-bomb-threat-report-624867">Eiffel Tower in Paris briefly evacuated after bomb threat: Reports 
 
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According to a report by Reuters citing French police sources, the Eiffel Tower in the capital city of Paris was evacuated and closed to the public on Saturday (August 12) as a precautionary measure following a bomb threat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/londons-high-street-on-lockdown-police-given-emergency-powers-to-stop-possible-mass-looting-624882">London’s High Street ‘on lockdown’ to stop possible social media-fuelled 'mass looting' 
 
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Authorities in the United Kingdom’s capital city, London, have warned businesses to prepare for “gangs of youths” who may carry out an alleged TikTok-inspired raid at a shopping centre, on Saturday (August 12).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-two-killed-16-missing-in-northern-china-after-floods-mudslides-624859">At least two killed, 16 missing in northern China after floods, mudslides 
 
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At least two people have been killed and 16 others are missing after mudslides and flooding in the northwestern Chinese city of Xian, on Saturday (August 12), reported state broadcaster CCTV.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-activists-protest-against-japans-plan-to-release-treated-fukushima-water-into-ocean-624851">South Korean activists protest against Japan's plan to release treated Fukushima water into ocean 
 
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Hundreds of thousands of activists in South Korea took to the streets in central Seoul on Saturday to stage a demonstration against Japan's decision to discharge treated radioactive water from the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/exclusive-what-i-am-today-is-all-because-of-team-pr-sreejesh-after-reaching-milestone-300-appearances-624869">EXCLUSIVE | What I am today, is all because of team - PR Sreejesh after reaching milestone 300 appearances 
 
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Having represented India in 300 international Hockey games, goalkeeper PR Sreejesh heads into an all-important 301st match, where India take on Malaysia in the finals of the Hockey Asian Champions Trophy(ACT) 2023. With the final scheduled for Saturday, August 12, the game will be India's chance to bag their fourth title, whereas it is the maiden ACT final for the Malaysian side.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/diljit-dosanjhs-punjab-95-reportedly-removed-from-toronto-international-film-festival-lineup-624856">Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 reportedly removed from Toronto International Film Festival lineup 
 
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Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 has been reportedly pulled from the lineup of the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). In July 2023, the makers announced that the film was set to premiere at the renowned film festival this year.&nbsp;

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Two Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over a bridge connecting Crimea, which was annexed by Moscow, to the Russian mainland, said an official on Saturday (August 12).

Two Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over a bridge connecting Crimea, which was annexed by Moscow, to the Russian mainland, said an official on Saturday (August 12). In other news, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the leader of the opposition Raja Riaz, have chosen Senator Anwar Ul Haq Kakar to become the country’s caretaker PM following their meeting on Saturday (August 12), announced the leaders. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia shoots down two Ukrainian missiles over Crimea bridge Two Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over a bridge connecting Crimea, which was annexed by Moscow, to the Russian mainland, said an official on Saturday (August 12). Pakistan: Balochistan lawmaker Anwar Ul Haq Kakar chosen as caretaker prime minister Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the leader of the opposition Raja Riaz, have chosen Senator Anwar Ul Haq Kakar to become the country’s caretaker PM following their meeting on Saturday (August 12), announced the leaders. Six killed, 55 rescued after boat carrying migrants capsizes in Channel Six people died and 55 others were rescued when a boat filled with migrants and moving towards Britain sank in the Channel early on Saturday, said French maritime officials, as a search and rescue operation continued to find those still missing. Explained | Inside Saudi Arabia's bid to build most advanced sixth-generation fighter jets Saudi Arabia is reportedly pushing the United Kingdom, Japan and Italy to allow it to become a full partner in Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) that the three countries signed in December.The GCAP aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet by 2035. Eiffel Tower in Paris briefly evacuated after bomb threat: Reports According to a report by Reuters citing French police sources, the Eiffel Tower in the capital city of Paris was evacuated and closed to the public on Saturday (August 12) as a precautionary measure following a bomb threat. London’s High Street ‘on lockdown’ to stop possible social media-fuelled 'mass looting' Authorities in the United Kingdom’s capital city, London, have warned businesses to prepare for “gangs of youths” who may carry out an alleged TikTok-inspired raid at a shopping centre, on Saturday (August 12). At least two killed, 16 missing in northern China after floods, mudslides At least two people have been killed and 16 others are missing after mudslides and flooding in the northwestern Chinese city of Xian, on Saturday (August 12), reported state broadcaster CCTV. South Korean activists protest against Japan's plan to release treated Fukushima water into ocean Hundreds of thousands of activists in South Korea took to the streets in central Seoul on Saturday to stage a demonstration against Japan's decision to discharge treated radioactive water from the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean. EXCLUSIVE | What I am today, is all because of team - PR Sreejesh after reaching milestone 300 appearances Having represented India in 300 international Hockey games, goalkeeper PR Sreejesh heads into an all-important 301st match, where India take on Malaysia in the finals of the Hockey Asian Champions Trophy(ACT) 2023. With the final scheduled for Saturday, August 12, the game will be India's chance to bag their fourth title, whereas it is the maiden ACT final for the Malaysian side. Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 reportedly removed from Toronto International Film Festival lineup Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 has been reportedly pulled from the lineup of the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). In July 2023, the makers announced that the film was set to premiere at the renowned film festival this year.

Top 10 world news: Two Ukrainian missiles downed over Crimea bridge, Pakistan appoints new caretaker PM & more

Officials in Kyiv on Monday (August 7) claimed that a woman was killed in the Ukrainian city of Kherson while two others lost their lives after Russian shelling of border areas of the Kharkiv region in the country’s northeast. In other news, first&nbsp;occupants of a floating accommodation meant to house 500 individuals seeking asylum in the United Kingdom arrived on Monday (Aug 7) in Portland, about 142 miles southwest of London.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/3-killed-after-shelling-in-kherson-kharkiv-region-says-ukraine-drone-shot-down-near-moscow-claims-russia-623139">At least three killed after Russian shelling in Kherson, Kharkiv region: Ukraine 
 
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Officials in Kyiv, on Monday (August 7) claimed that a woman was killed in the Ukrainian city of Kherson while two others lost their lives after Russian shelling of border areas of the Kharkiv region in the country’s northeast.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-asylum-seekers-enter-rishi-sunaks-quasi-floating-prison-bibby-stockholm-623184">First asylum seekers enter Rishi Sunak's 'quasi floating prison' Bibby Stockholm 
 
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First occupants of a floating accommodation meant to house 500 individuals seeking asylum in the United Kingdom arrived on Monday (Aug 7) in Portland, about 142 miles southwest of London.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-affirms-churchs-welcoming-stance-toward-all-including-lgbtq-individuals-within-defined-rules-623102">Pope affirms Church's welcoming stance toward all, including LGBTQ+ people, with caveats 
 
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Pope Francis conveyed on Sunday (August 7) that the Catholic Church welcomes individuals from all walks of life, including the LGBTQ+ community. He emphasised the Church's duty to guide them along a personal spiritual journey, albeit while adhering to the framework of its established regulations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-launches-scathing-attack-on-congress-links-the-opposition-with-chinese-funding-scandal-623174">India: BJP launches scathing attack on Congress, links the Opposition with Chinese funding scandal 
 
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India's Lok Sabha witnessed quite an eventful day on Monday (August 7) as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to the lower house of the parliament as his membership was restored.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khans-lawyers-to-challenge-his-3-year-jail-term-demand-confinement-in-b-class-cell-for-now-623152">Imran Khan's lawyers to challenge his 3-year jail term; demand confinement in 'B-class' cell for now 
 
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Pakistan's ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan's legal team is set to challenge his three-year jail term after the cricket star-turned-politician was sentences by a court for illegally selling state gifts when he was in the office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-prepares-to-launch-first-lunar-mission-in-50-years-this-week-623156">Russia to evacuate village ahead of first lunar mission launch in 50 years, this week: Here's why 
 
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Russia, on Monday (August 7) said that it plans to launch a lunar lander later this week after multiple delays, in a bid to return to the Moon for the first time in half a century.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-who-is-hun-manet-the-new-cambodian-pm-appointed-by-the-king-623169">Explained | Who is Hun Manet, the new Cambodian PM appointed by the king 
 
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Cambodia's King Norodom Sohamoni on Monday (August 7), appointed Hun Manet as the country's new leader. Hun Manet (45) is the son of Hun Sen who has ruled Cambodia for many many years.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cape-town-taxi-strike-at-least-2-killed-3-injured-amid-clashes-uk-and-australia-issue-travel-warnings-623182">Cape town taxi strike: At least 2 killed, 3 injured amid clashes; UK and Australia issue travel warnings 
 
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South African city of Cape Town’s public transport system has been paralysed after a taxi strike began last week, which has since turned violent and led to the death of two people, said the police on Monday (August 7).&nbsp;

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The representatives of military rulers of Mali and Burkina Faso will send a joint delegation in a show of "solidarity" with Niger's new rulers who stormed to power by overthrowing democratically elected president last month.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/manipur-violence-cbi-to-investigate-some-cases-sc-sets-up-panel-of-3-former-women-hc-judges-623146">Manipur violence: CBI to investigate some cases, SC sets up panel of 3 former women HC judges 
 
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As India's Northeastern state Manipur sinks deeper into ethnic violence, the nation's top court on Monday announced that a committee will be set up o look into the relief and rehabilitation of those affected.

Officials in Kyiv on Monday (August 7) claimed that a woman was killed in the Ukrainian city of Kherson while two others lost their lives after Russian shelling of border areas of the Kharkiv region in the country’s northeast.

Officials in Kyiv on Monday (August 7) claimed that a woman was killed in the Ukrainian city of Kherson while two others lost their lives after Russian shelling of border areas of the Kharkiv region in the country’s northeast. In other news, first occupants of a floating accommodation meant to house 500 individuals seeking asylum in the United Kingdom arrived on Monday (Aug 7) in Portland, about 142 miles southwest of London. Click on the headlines to read more: At least three killed after Russian shelling in Kherson, Kharkiv region: Ukraine Officials in Kyiv, on Monday (August 7) claimed that a woman was killed in the Ukrainian city of Kherson while two others lost their lives after Russian shelling of border areas of the Kharkiv region in the country’s northeast. First asylum seekers enter Rishi Sunak's 'quasi floating prison' Bibby Stockholm First occupants of a floating accommodation meant to house 500 individuals seeking asylum in the United Kingdom arrived on Monday (Aug 7) in Portland, about 142 miles southwest of London. Pope affirms Church's welcoming stance toward all, including LGBTQ+ people, with caveats Pope Francis conveyed on Sunday (August 7) that the Catholic Church welcomes individuals from all walks of life, including the LGBTQ+ community. He emphasised the Church's duty to guide them along a personal spiritual journey, albeit while adhering to the framework of its established regulations. India: BJP launches scathing attack on Congress, links the Opposition with Chinese funding scandal India's Lok Sabha witnessed quite an eventful day on Monday (August 7) as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returned to the lower house of the parliament as his membership was restored. Imran Khan's lawyers to challenge his 3-year jail term; demand confinement in 'B-class' cell for now Pakistan's ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan's legal team is set to challenge his three-year jail term after the cricket star-turned-politician was sentences by a court for illegally selling state gifts when he was in the office. Russia to evacuate village ahead of first lunar mission launch in 50 years, this week: Here's why Russia, on Monday (August 7) said that it plans to launch a lunar lander later this week after multiple delays, in a bid to return to the Moon for the first time in half a century. Explained | Who is Hun Manet, the new Cambodian PM appointed by the king Cambodia's King Norodom Sohamoni on Monday (August 7), appointed Hun Manet as the country's new leader. Hun Manet (45) is the son of Hun Sen who has ruled Cambodia for many many years. Cape town taxi strike: At least 2 killed, 3 injured amid clashes; UK and Australia issue travel warnings South African city of Cape Town’s public transport system has been paralysed after a taxi strike began last week, which has since turned violent and led to the death of two people, said the police on Monday (August 7). Niger gets major 'show of support' from Mali, Burkina Faso after end of coup reversal deadline The representatives of military rulers of Mali and Burkina Faso will send a joint delegation in a show of "solidarity" with Niger's new rulers who stormed to power by overthrowing democratically elected president last month. Manipur violence: CBI to investigate some cases, SC sets up panel of 3 former women HC judges As India's Northeastern state Manipur sinks deeper into ethnic violence, the nation's top court on Monday announced that a committee will be set up o look into the relief and rehabilitation of those affected.

Top 10 world news: Three killed after Russian shelling in Ukraine, UK's new 'quasi floating prison' & more

Ukraine's air force on Sunday claimed it shot down 30 cruise missiles out of 40 allegedly launched by the Russian side and "all Shahed drones" launched by Russian forces in an overnight attack. In other news, the death toll in the Hazara Express derailment in southern Pakistan on Sunday (August 6) has climbed to 30 while more than 80 people have been injured.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-claims-it-downed-30-russian-cruise-missiles-as-moscow-maintains-all-military-targets-were-hit-622843">Ukraine claims it downed 30 Russian cruise missiles, all drones; Moscow insists all military targets were hit 
 
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Ukraine's air force on Sunday claimed it shot down 30 cruise missiles out of 40 allegedly launched by the Russian side and "all Shahed drones" launched by Russian forces in an overnight attack.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-15-killed-40-injured-after-eight-bogies-of-rawalpindi-bound-train-derail-622833">Pakistan train derailment: Death toll climbs to 30, over 80 injured 
 
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The death toll in the Hazara Express derailment in southern Pakistan on Sunday (August 6) has climbed to 30 while more than 80 people have been injured. Speaking to HUM News, a railway official said that the Hazara Express was travelling from Karachi to Abbottabad when its eight coaches were derailed at around 1.18 pm.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-making-sense-of-talks-to-end-ukraine-war-that-did-not-include-russia-622887">Explained: Making sense of talks to end Ukraine war that did not include Russia 
 
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Ukraine presented its much-awaited and equally anticipated 10-point peace formula during talks held in Saudi Arabia without Russian participation, various sources cited by news agency AFP said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-kim-jong-un-tours-key-weapons-factories-fires-assault-rifles-622879">North Korea's Kim Jong Un tours key weapons factories, fires assault rifles 
 
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North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un toured key weapons factories making missile engines, artillery etc. from Thursday (August 4) to Saturday (August 5) and instructed them to boost capacity as an important part of bolstering the country's defence capabilities, the news agency Reuters reported on Sunday citing state media.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-wraps-up-portugal-visit-with-big-outdoor-mass-chooses-skorea-to-host-next-catholic-youth-event-in-2027-622889">Pope wraps up Portugal visit with big outdoor Mass; S. Korea to host next Catholic youth event in 2027 
 
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Pope Francis wrapped the last day of his Portugal visit with an open-air Mass before a huge crowd on Sunday (August 6), where he also closed the international festival of Catholic Youth with his own “I have a dream” speech, but for peace, particularly in Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-at-least-two-dead-30-missing-after-migrant-shipwrecks-off-lampedusa-622845">Italy: At least two dead, 30 missing after two shipwrecks off Lampedusa 
 
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The Italian coastguard, on Sunday (August 6) said that it recovered two bodies and rescued 57 people off the southern island of Lampedusa after two shipwrecks. Meanwhile, the United Nations’ migration agency citing survivors’ testimony said that as many as 30 migrants are missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/on-hiroshima-bombing-anniversary-japan-decried-russian-nuclear-threat-622832">On Hiroshima bombing anniversary, Japan decries Russian nuclear threat 
 
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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraq-blocks-telegram-over-national-security-concerns-622862">Iraq blocks Telegram messaging app over national security concerns 
 
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Iraq's telecom ministry said on Sunday (August 6) that it has blocked the Telegram messaging app over national security concerns, and to preserve the integrity of users' data, which it said the app had mishandled.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/another-seema-haider-story-pakistan-woman-virtually-marries-indian-man-after-failing-to-get-visa-622858">Another Seema Haider story? Pakistan woman virtually marries Indian man after failing to get visa 
 
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Weeks after Pakistani woman Seema Haider illegally entered India to marry her love interest — a matter that continues to be in public consciousness on and off the social media — a Pakistani woman virtually married a man from India's Jodhpur city after she could not obtain a visa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sports-should-not-be-mixed-with-politics-pakistan-team-will-travel-to-india-for-world-cup-foreign-ministry-622883">Sports should not be mixed with politics, our team will travel to India for World Cup: Pak foreign ministry 
 
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Pakistan’s foreign ministry has given a green signal to the Cricket Team to travel to India for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in October-November this year. Following a high-profile meeting earlier, including government officials, the foreign ministry issued a press release stating as they maintain their stance of not mixing politics with sports, they decide to send its cricket team to India for the mega event.

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Ukraine's air force on Sunday claimed it shot down 30 cruise missiles out of 40 allegedly launched by the Russian side and "all Shahed drones" launched by Russian forces in an overnight attack.

Ukraine's air force on Sunday claimed it shot down 30 cruise missiles out of 40 allegedly launched by the Russian side and "all Shahed drones" launched by Russian forces in an overnight attack. In other news, the death toll in the Hazara Express derailment in southern Pakistan on Sunday (August 6) has climbed to 30 while more than 80 people have been injured. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine claims it downed 30 Russian cruise missiles, all drones; Moscow insists all military targets were hit Ukraine's air force on Sunday claimed it shot down 30 cruise missiles out of 40 allegedly launched by the Russian side and "all Shahed drones" launched by Russian forces in an overnight attack. Pakistan train derailment: Death toll climbs to 30, over 80 injured The death toll in the Hazara Express derailment in southern Pakistan on Sunday (August 6) has climbed to 30 while more than 80 people have been injured. Speaking to HUM News, a railway official said that the Hazara Express was travelling from Karachi to Abbottabad when its eight coaches were derailed at around 1.18 pm. Explained: Making sense of talks to end Ukraine war that did not include Russia Ukraine presented its much-awaited and equally anticipated 10-point peace formula during talks held in Saudi Arabia without Russian participation, various sources cited by news agency AFP said. North Korea's Kim Jong Un tours key weapons factories, fires assault rifles North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un toured key weapons factories making missile engines, artillery etc. from Thursday (August 4) to Saturday (August 5) and instructed them to boost capacity as an important part of bolstering the country's defence capabilities, the news agency Reuters reported on Sunday citing state media. Pope wraps up Portugal visit with big outdoor Mass; S. Korea to host next Catholic youth event in 2027 Pope Francis wrapped the last day of his Portugal visit with an open-air Mass before a huge crowd on Sunday (August 6), where he also closed the international festival of Catholic Youth with his own “I have a dream” speech, but for peace, particularly in Ukraine. Italy: At least two dead, 30 missing after two shipwrecks off Lampedusa The Italian coastguard, on Sunday (August 6) said that it recovered two bodies and rescued 57 people off the southern island of Lampedusa after two shipwrecks. Meanwhile, the United Nations’ migration agency citing survivors’ testimony said that as many as 30 migrants are missing. On Hiroshima bombing anniversary, Japan decries Russian nuclear threat Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6). Iraq blocks Telegram messaging app over national security concerns Iraq's telecom ministry said on Sunday (August 6) that it has blocked the Telegram messaging app over national security concerns, and to preserve the integrity of users' data, which it said the app had mishandled. Another Seema Haider story? Pakistan woman virtually marries Indian man after failing to get visa Weeks after Pakistani woman Seema Haider illegally entered India to marry her love interest — a matter that continues to be in public consciousness on and off the social media — a Pakistani woman virtually married a man from India's Jodhpur city after she could not obtain a visa. Sports should not be mixed with politics, our team will travel to India for World Cup: Pak foreign ministry Pakistan’s foreign ministry has given a green signal to the Cricket Team to travel to India for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in October-November this year. Following a high-profile meeting earlier, including government officials, the foreign ministry issued a press release stating as they maintain their stance of not mixing politics with sports, they decide to send its cricket team to India for the mega event.

Top 10 world news: Ukraine claims it downed 30 Russian missiles, Pakistan train derailment kills 30, and more

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

The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. In other news, the African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/typhoon-doksuri-china-issues-red-alert-for-torrential-rain-in-beijing-thousands-evacuated-620620">Typhoon Doksuri: China issues red alert for torrential rain in Beijing, thousands evacuated 
 
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The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/african-union-european-union-intensify-pressure-on-niger-coup-leaders-620608">African Union, European Union intensify pressure on Niger coup leaders</a>

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The African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-at-least-8-people-killed-several-injured-after-explosion-at-firecracker-unit-in-tamil-nadu-620571">India: At least 8 people killed, several injured after explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu</a> 
 
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At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said the officials.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-receives-30-peace-initiatives-for-ukraine-settlement-from-diverse-channels-620625">Russia received 30 peace initiatives for Ukraine settlement from diverse channels</a>

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Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova revealed that Russia received around 30 peace initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, reported TASS news agency. These initiatives came through both official and unofficial channels, Zakharova said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-police-clash-with-protesters-demanding-resignation-of-pm-several-injured-620637">Bangladesh: Police clash with protesters demanding resignation of PM Sheikh Hasina, several injured</a>

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Tens of thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s main opposition party took to the streets in the country’s capital city of Dhaka, on Saturday (July 29) to demand Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation.&nbsp;During the demonstration, Bangladesh police fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse the stone-throwing crowd that had blocked major roads across the city.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-firework-warehouse-explosion-claims-lives-of-nine-620627">Thailand firework warehouse explosion claims lives of nine</a>

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A blast at a firework warehouse on Saturday, in Thailand claimed the lives of at least nine people and wounded more than 100, the news agency AFP reported citing a senior official.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-help-australia-develop-guided-missiles-by-2025-to-cooperate-with-india-for-indo-pacific-security-620604">US will help Australia develop guided missiles by 2025; to cooperate with India for Indo-Pacific security</a>

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The United States will help Australia to produce guided multiple-launch rocket systems by 2025, said the American Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, on Saturday (July 29).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/5-shot-at-seattles-community-outreach-event-suspects-at-large-620560">5 shot at Seattle's community outreach event, suspects at large</a>

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A shooting during a community outreach event late Friday evening in Seattle's Rainier Beach neighbourhood left five people wounded, one of them critically, media outlets reported quoting Police Chief Adrian Diaz.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/balochistan-pm-in-exile-seeks-support-of-indias-modi-at-un-for-freedom-from-pakistan-620600">Balochistan PM-in-exile seeks support of India's Modi at UN for freedom from Pakistan</a> 
 
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Naela Quadri, the Prime Minister of the Balochistan government-in-exile, has made an appeal to Indian PM Narendra Modi to extend support at the United Nations to Balochistan's quest for freedom from Pakistan's "illegal" occupation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-did-swifties-cause-an-earthquake-taylor-swifts-seattle-concerts-spark-seismic-activity-620500">Did Swifties cause an earthquake? Taylor Swift's Seattle concerts spark seismic activity</a>

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In a surprising turn of events, Swifties, as the die-hard fans of pop superstar Taylor Swift are called,&nbsp;caused seismic disturbances equivalent to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake, as per media reports. The news quickly spread, and the phenomenon was soon dubbed the "Swift Quake."

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The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years.

The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. In other news, the African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Typhoon Doksuri: China issues red alert for torrential rain in Beijing, thousands evacuated The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. African Union, European Union intensify pressure on Niger coup leaders The African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. India: At least 8 people killed, several injured after explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said the officials. Russia received 30 peace initiatives for Ukraine settlement from diverse channels Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova revealed that Russia received around 30 peace initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, reported TASS news agency. These initiatives came through both official and unofficial channels, Zakharova said. Bangladesh: Police clash with protesters demanding resignation of PM Sheikh Hasina, several injured Tens of thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s main opposition party took to the streets in the country’s capital city of Dhaka, on Saturday (July 29) to demand Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. During the demonstration, Bangladesh police fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse the stone-throwing crowd that had blocked major roads across the city. Thailand firework warehouse explosion claims lives of nine A blast at a firework warehouse on Saturday, in Thailand claimed the lives of at least nine people and wounded more than 100, the news agency AFP reported citing a senior official. US will help Australia develop guided missiles by 2025; to cooperate with India for Indo-Pacific security The United States will help Australia to produce guided multiple-launch rocket systems by 2025, said the American Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, on Saturday (July 29). 5 shot at Seattle's community outreach event, suspects at large A shooting during a community outreach event late Friday evening in Seattle's Rainier Beach neighbourhood left five people wounded, one of them critically, media outlets reported quoting Police Chief Adrian Diaz. Balochistan PM-in-exile seeks support of India's Modi at UN for freedom from Pakistan Naela Quadri, the Prime Minister of the Balochistan government-in-exile, has made an appeal to Indian PM Narendra Modi to extend support at the United Nations to Balochistan's quest for freedom from Pakistan's "illegal" occupation. Did Swifties cause an earthquake? Taylor Swift's Seattle concerts spark seismic activity In a surprising turn of events, Swifties, as the die-hard fans of pop superstar Taylor Swift are called, caused seismic disturbances equivalent to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake, as per media reports. The news quickly spread, and the phenomenon was soon dubbed the "Swift Quake."

Top 10 world news: China issues red alert for torrential rain, Niger coup leaders under pressure, and more

It has been a difficult few weeks for Gulnoor (32), a school administrator at a city in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Last month, in the school where Gulnoor is employed, she witnessed a tearful farewell of grade six girls, beyond which the girls in Afghanistan are not allowed to study due to 'new rules' imposed by the country's Taliban rulers.&nbsp;WION speaks to Afghan women against veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule.&nbsp;

In other news, security forces in Iraq on Saturday spread nearly 1,000 supporters of Shiite Muslim cleric Moqtada Sadr who attempted a demonstration by marching to Baghdad's Green Zone housing foreign embassies, considering a Quran had been desecrated in Denmark.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exclusive-afghan-women-react-to-veiled-attempts-to-legitimise-talibans-rule-618494">Exclusive: Afghan women react to veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule 
 
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It has been a difficult few weeks for Gulnoor (32), a school administrator at a city in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Last month, in the school where Gulnoor is employed, she witnessed a tearful farewell of grade six girls, beyond which the girls in Afghanistan are not allowed to study due to 'new rules' imposed by the country's Taliban rulers.&nbsp;WION speaks to Afghan women against veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-storm-baghdads-green-zone-over-desecration-of-quran-in-denmark-618472">Protesters storm Baghdad's Green Zone over desecration of Quran in Denmark 
 
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Security forces in Iraq on Saturday spread nearly 1,000 supporters of Shiite Muslim cleric Moqtada Sadr who attempted a demonstration by marching to Baghdad's Green Zone housing foreign embassies, considering a Quran had been desecrated in Denmark.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-attempted-drone-attack-on-crimea-alleges-moscow-backed-authorities-618395">Ammunition depot in Crimea 'destroyed' in Ukraine drone attack, cluster munition fired in Russian village 
 
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Russian-appointed head of Crimea said that an ammunition depot was “detonated” on Saturday (July 22) by the Ukrainian drone attack and ordered the people living within the five kilometres of the attack to evacuate while halting the rail traffic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/manipur-unrest-not-two-four-women-were-assaulted-on-may-4-oppn-mps-to-hold-protests-618441">Manipur unrest: Two more women were gangraped and killed by mob on May 4; FIR lodged 
 
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A two-month-old video from India’s Manipur, showing a mob of men parading two women naked and sexually assaulting them, recently went viral, triggering massive outrage on social media. Now, it turns out that the two women were not the only ones who were sexually molested and raped on the same day in the state.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-tel-aviv-to-jerusalem-thousands-of-israelis-march-against-judicial-overhaul-ahead-of-vote-618476">From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: Thousands of Israelis march against judicial overhaul ahead of vote 
 
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Tens of thousands of Israelis took to the streets in protest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul and entered Jerusalem, on Saturday (July 22).&nbsp;This is amid mounting pressure on Israel’s right-wing government&nbsp;with over 1,100 Israeli air force reservists threatening to suspend volunteer service ahead of the parliament vote on judicial overhaul on Monday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-live-updates-drone-attack-in-crimea-prompts-evacuation-bridge-temporarily-shut-618405">Russia-Ukraine war LIVE updates | Moscow blasts US after alleged death of Russian journalist 
 
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Russia's&nbsp;defence ministry, on Saturday, said that a war correspondent for Russia's RIA news agency was killed and three other Russian journalists were wounded after shelling near the frontline in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-biggest-permafrost-crater-thaws-due-to-climate-change-threatens-russian-cities-618498">World’s biggest permafrost crater thaws due to climate change, threatens Russian cities 
 
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The Batagaika crater, the world’s biggest permafrost crater, situated in Russia’s Far East is thawing, reported Reuters on Friday (July 21), which has led scientists to raise an alarm as this “mega slump” already threatens cities and towns across northern and northeastern Russia.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-sends-dozens-of-warplanes-towards-taiwan-ahead-of-islands-anti-invasion-exercises-618454">China sends dozens of warplanes towards Taiwan ahead of island's anti-invasion exercises 
 
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China has sent dozens of its warplanes, including fighter jets, towards Taiwan, said the island’s defence ministry, on Saturday (July 22). This comes ahead of the island’s annual Han Kuang exercise next week where Taipei’s forces will hold combat readiness drills for preventing an invasion.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-monkey-causes-chaos-in-pakistan-court-keeps-officials-on-toes-for-20-hours-618414">Watch: Monkey creates chaos in Pakistan court, keeps officials on toes for 20 hours 
 
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Chaos descended upon a court in Pakistan Friday (July 21) after a monkey escaped from captivity of a security official and later climbed up a tree.&nbsp;AFP reported that 14 monkeys were presented as evidence in the city court in Karachi in a wildlife smuggling case.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-high-court-upholds-trial-exemptions-given-to-bajrang-punia-vinesh-phogat-for-asian-games-618483">Delhi High Court upholds trial exemptions given to Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat for Asian Games 
 
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The Delhi High Court, on Saturday, July 22, upheld the decision to give direct entry to wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat in India's Asian Games team. The Delhi HC gave the verdict on a petition filed by wrestlers Antim Phangal and Sujeet Kalkal.

It has been a difficult few weeks for Gulnoor (32), a school administrator at a city in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Last month, in the school where Gulnoor is employed, she witnessed a tearful farewell of grade six girls, beyond which the girls in Afghanistan are not allowed to study due to 'new rules' imposed by the country's Taliban rulers.

It has been a difficult few weeks for Gulnoor (32), a school administrator at a city in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Last month, in the school where Gulnoor is employed, she witnessed a tearful farewell of grade six girls, beyond which the girls in Afghanistan are not allowed to study due to 'new rules' imposed by the country's Taliban rulers. WION speaks to Afghan women against veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule. In other news, security forces in Iraq on Saturday spread nearly 1,000 supporters of Shiite Muslim cleric Moqtada Sadr who attempted a demonstration by marching to Baghdad's Green Zone housing foreign embassies, considering a Quran had been desecrated in Denmark. Click on the headlines to read more: Exclusive: Afghan women react to veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule It has been a difficult few weeks for Gulnoor (32), a school administrator at a city in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Last month, in the school where Gulnoor is employed, she witnessed a tearful farewell of grade six girls, beyond which the girls in Afghanistan are not allowed to study due to 'new rules' imposed by the country's Taliban rulers. WION speaks to Afghan women against veiled attempts to legitimise Taliban's rule. Protesters storm Baghdad's Green Zone over desecration of Quran in Denmark Security forces in Iraq on Saturday spread nearly 1,000 supporters of Shiite Muslim cleric Moqtada Sadr who attempted a demonstration by marching to Baghdad's Green Zone housing foreign embassies, considering a Quran had been desecrated in Denmark. Ammunition depot in Crimea 'destroyed' in Ukraine drone attack, cluster munition fired in Russian village Russian-appointed head of Crimea said that an ammunition depot was “detonated” on Saturday (July 22) by the Ukrainian drone attack and ordered the people living within the five kilometres of the attack to evacuate while halting the rail traffic. Manipur unrest: Two more women were gangraped and killed by mob on May 4; FIR lodged A two-month-old video from India’s Manipur, showing a mob of men parading two women naked and sexually assaulting them, recently went viral, triggering massive outrage on social media. Now, it turns out that the two women were not the only ones who were sexually molested and raped on the same day in the state. From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: Thousands of Israelis march against judicial overhaul ahead of vote Tens of thousands of Israelis took to the streets in protest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul and entered Jerusalem, on Saturday (July 22). This is amid mounting pressure on Israel’s right-wing government with over 1,100 Israeli air force reservists threatening to suspend volunteer service ahead of the parliament vote on judicial overhaul on Monday. Russia-Ukraine war LIVE updates | Moscow blasts US after alleged death of Russian journalist Russia's defence ministry, on Saturday, said that a war correspondent for Russia's RIA news agency was killed and three other Russian journalists were wounded after shelling near the frontline in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region. World’s biggest permafrost crater thaws due to climate change, threatens Russian cities The Batagaika crater, the world’s biggest permafrost crater, situated in Russia’s Far East is thawing, reported Reuters on Friday (July 21), which has led scientists to raise an alarm as this “mega slump” already threatens cities and towns across northern and northeastern Russia. China sends dozens of warplanes towards Taiwan ahead of island's anti-invasion exercises China has sent dozens of its warplanes, including fighter jets, towards Taiwan, said the island’s defence ministry, on Saturday (July 22). This comes ahead of the island’s annual Han Kuang exercise next week where Taipei’s forces will hold combat readiness drills for preventing an invasion. Watch: Monkey creates chaos in Pakistan court, keeps officials on toes for 20 hours Chaos descended upon a court in Pakistan Friday (July 21) after a monkey escaped from captivity of a security official and later climbed up a tree. AFP reported that 14 monkeys were presented as evidence in the city court in Karachi in a wildlife smuggling case. Delhi High Court upholds trial exemptions given to Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat for Asian Games The Delhi High Court, on Saturday, July 22, upheld the decision to give direct entry to wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat in India's Asian Games team. The Delhi HC gave the verdict on a petition filed by wrestlers Antim Phangal and Sujeet Kalkal.

Top 10 world news: Protests in Iraq over Quran burning, Ukraine's alleged drone attack in Crimea, and more

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. In other news,&nbsp;Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/indias-chandrayaan-3-to-make-lunar-landing-on-august-23-615703">India's Chandrayaan-3 to make lunar landing on August 23 
 
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India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-has-agreed-to-extend-black-sea-grain-deal-says-erdogan-615669">Putin has agreed to extend Black Sea grain deal, says Erdogan 
 
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-student-beaten-up-with-iron-rods-by-khalistan-supporters-in-sydney-report-615642">Indian student beaten up with iron rods by Khalistan supporters in Sydney: Report 
 
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An Indian student in Sydney was allegedly beaten up by supporters of Khalistan movement, a discredited separatist movement that calls for the break-up of the Indian state of Punjab.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-3-scripts-new-chapter-pm-modi-about-successful-launch-of-indias-third-lunar-mission-615607">‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission 
 
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission, on Friday (July 14) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 2:35 pm (local time).&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently in France, said, "Chandrayaan-3 scripts a new chapter in India's space odyssey. It soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian. This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists' relentless dedication."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/giant-in-global-history-macron-modi-pen-new-chapter-in-india-france-ties-615604">'Giant in global history': Macron, Modi pen new chapter in India-France ties 
 
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In a significant display of bilateral bonhomie, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed India as "a giant in world history" and acknowledged the 'decisive role' India is set to play in the future.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-it-advanced-nearly-2-km-on-southern-front-this-week-downed-16-drone-attacks-overnight-615689">Ukraine says it advanced nearly 2 km on southern front this week; downed 16 drones in overnight attack 
 
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Officials in Kyiv, on Friday (July 14), claimed to have advanced nearly two kilometres along the southern front over the past week amid the Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture its territory occupied by Russia, reported AFP.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-six-tonnes-of-shark-fins-seized-in-panama-five-arrested-in-illegal-trade-operation-615647">Over six tonnes of shark fins seized in Panama, five arrested in illegal trade operation 
 
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In Panama, police have seized more than six tonnes of shark fins that were reportedly headed to Asia. In addition, authorities have arrested five people in connection to the illegal trade of shark fins, which happen to be a delicacy in some cultures.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-lawmakers-approve-bill-further-ostracising-lgbtq-community-615488">Russian lawmakers approve bill against gender reassignment, ostracising LGBTQ+ community 
 
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The Russian lawmakers on Friday (July 14) voted in favour of new legislation that makes gender reassignment illegal. The bill was passed in the lower house of parliament, further strengthening Moscow's credentials as an ultra-conservative society.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pay-issues-strike-again-950-ground-workers-at-gatwick-airport-set-to-stage-eight-day-protest-615595">UK: Pay issues strike again, 950 ground workers at Gatwick airport set to stage eight-day protest 
 
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In the United Kingdom, the travel plans of thousands of travellers are set to be affected as nearly a thousand airport workers at Gatwick Airport in England strike over pay issues.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-loses-another-cheetah-in-kuno-national-park-eighth-in-five-months-615592">India loses another cheetah in Kuno National Park, eighth in five months 
 
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India lost another cheetah that was imported from South Africa to increase its population, making it the eight feline casualty within five months.

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. In other news, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week. Click on the headlines to read more: India's Chandrayaan-3 to make lunar landing on August 23 India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. Putin has agreed to extend Black Sea grain deal, says Erdogan Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week. Indian student beaten up with iron rods by Khalistan supporters in Sydney: Report An Indian student in Sydney was allegedly beaten up by supporters of Khalistan movement, a discredited separatist movement that calls for the break-up of the Indian state of Punjab. ‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission, on Friday (July 14) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 2:35 pm (local time). Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently in France, said, "Chandrayaan-3 scripts a new chapter in India's space odyssey. It soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian. This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists' relentless dedication." 'Giant in global history': Macron, Modi pen new chapter in India-France ties In a significant display of bilateral bonhomie, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed India as "a giant in world history" and acknowledged the 'decisive role' India is set to play in the future. Ukraine says it advanced nearly 2 km on southern front this week; downed 16 drones in overnight attack Officials in Kyiv, on Friday (July 14), claimed to have advanced nearly two kilometres along the southern front over the past week amid the Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture its territory occupied by Russia, reported AFP. Over six tonnes of shark fins seized in Panama, five arrested in illegal trade operation In Panama, police have seized more than six tonnes of shark fins that were reportedly headed to Asia. In addition, authorities have arrested five people in connection to the illegal trade of shark fins, which happen to be a delicacy in some cultures. Russian lawmakers approve bill against gender reassignment, ostracising LGBTQ+ community The Russian lawmakers on Friday (July 14) voted in favour of new legislation that makes gender reassignment illegal. The bill was passed in the lower house of parliament, further strengthening Moscow's credentials as an ultra-conservative society. UK: Pay issues strike again, 950 ground workers at Gatwick airport set to stage eight-day protest In the United Kingdom, the travel plans of thousands of travellers are set to be affected as nearly a thousand airport workers at Gatwick Airport in England strike over pay issues. India loses another cheetah in Kuno National Park, eighth in five months India lost another cheetah that was imported from South Africa to increase its population, making it the eight feline casualty within five months.

Top 10 world news: Chandrayaan-3 to land on Aug 23, Putin agrees to extend Ukraine grain deal & more

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Friday (July 7), said that Turkey would “make the best decision, whatever it is,” when asked about Sweden’s bid to join the United States-led military alliance ahead of the next week’s NATO summit in Vilnius. In other news,&nbsp;India’s premier investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on Friday, arrested three people responsible for the Odisha train accidents that caused the death of 293 people and left over 1,000 injured. 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-remains-indecisive-on-swedens-nato-bid-stoltenberg-to-bridge-gaps-between-countries-613189">Turkey remains indecisive on Sweden’s NATO bid; Stoltenberg to bridge ‘gaps’ between countries 
 
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Friday (July 7), said that Turkey would “make the best decision, whatever it is,” when asked about Sweden’s bid to join the&nbsp;United States-led military alliance ahead of&nbsp;the next week’s NATO summit in Vilnius. NATO chief&nbsp;Jens Stoltenberg said there are still “gaps” to bridge between Turkey and Sweden for Ankara to give Stockholm the go ahead for its accession.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/odisha-train-tragedy-cbi-arrests-three-railway-officials-613147">Odisha train tragedy: CBI arrests three Indian railway officials 
 
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India’s premier investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on Friday, arrested three people responsible for the Odisha train accidents that caused the death of 293 people and left over 1,000 injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-nsa-ajit-doval-tells-british-counterpart-james-cleverly-to-act-against-khalistanis-613187">India’s NSA Ajit Doval tells British counterpart Tim Barrow&nbsp;to act against Khalistanis 
 
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India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Friday urged his British counterpart Tim Barrow to take strong action against extremist elements, referring to the Khalistanis, and ensure the safety of the Indian High Commission.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/breaking-point-chinas-gen-z-faces-alarming-surge-in-suicides-as-academic-pressure-takes-its-toll-613075">Breaking point: Chinese youth face alarming surge in suicides as academic pressure takes its toll 
 
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China is experiencing a concerning rise in suicide rates among young people in recent years, leading researchers to advocate for the implementation of a specialised programme aimed at addressing the academic pressure they face.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-ex-pm-nawaz-sharif-may-contest-elections-this-year-says-law-minister-azam-nazeer-tarar-613137">Pak ex-PM Nawaz Sharif may contest elections this year, says law minister Azam Nazeer Tarar 
 
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Pakistan’s law minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has said that the lifetime disqualification of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif—who is on a self-imposed exile in London —has ended and he can now contest elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yellen-stresses-importance-of-us-china-ties-says-decoupling-economies-impossible-612979">Yellen criticises China's 'punitive' measures against US companies, but says decoupling 'impossible' 
 
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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Friday (July 7) criticised China for its recent 'punitive' measures against US companies as she stressed the need for market reforms in the world's second-largest economy. Yellen is on a four-day China visit. She arrived in Beijing on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-major-fire-in-milan-retirement-home-kills-six-leaves-dozens-injured-613084">Italy: Major fire in Milan retirement home kills six, leaves dozens injured 
 
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In the early hours of Friday, a devastating fire engulfed a retirement home in Milan, Italy, claiming the lives of six people, according to emergency responders, reported DW. Italian news agency ANSA reported that 81 people were rushed to the hospital in the aftermath of the fire.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-police-seize-cannabis-worth-146-mn-charge-over-450-people-in-massive-month-long-operation-613136">British police seize cannabis worth $146 mn, charge over 450 people in massive month-long operation 
 
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British police have announced the successful outcome of Operation Mille, a large-scale drugs operation conducted throughout June. More than 450 individuals have been charged, and cannabis plants with a value exceeding £115 million or $146 million were seized in the operation across England and Wales.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-police-seize-cannabis-worth-146-mn-charge-over-450-people-in-massive-month-long-operation-613136">Hong Kong police arrests five people for allegedly supporting pro-democracy activists overseas 
 
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The Hong Kong police have arrested five people, as of Thursday (July 6), for allegedly supporting overseas activists who supposedly endangered national security, amid the government’s expanding crackdown on pro-democracy dissidents.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kenyan-police-fire-tear-gas-to-stop-opposition-protests-over-tax-hikes-613122">Kenyan police fire tear gas to stop opposition protests over tax hikes, dozens arrested 
 
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Kenyans in multiple cities across the country took to the streets in protest of a new finance law which has sought to raise taxes including doubling the fuel tax as well as introducing a housing levy for employees, reported the local media.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Friday (July 7), said that Turkey would “make the best decision, whatever it is,” when asked about Sweden’s bid to join the United States-led military alliance ahead of the next week’s NATO summit in Vilnius.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Friday (July 7), said that Turkey would “make the best decision, whatever it is,” when asked about Sweden’s bid to join the United States-led military alliance ahead of the next week’s NATO summit in Vilnius. In other news, India’s premier investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on Friday, arrested three people responsible for the Odisha train accidents that caused the death of 293 people and left over 1,000 injured. Click on the headlines to read more: Turkey remains indecisive on Sweden’s NATO bid; Stoltenberg to bridge ‘gaps’ between countries Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Friday (July 7), said that Turkey would “make the best decision, whatever it is,” when asked about Sweden’s bid to join the United States-led military alliance ahead of the next week’s NATO summit in Vilnius. NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said there are still “gaps” to bridge between Turkey and Sweden for Ankara to give Stockholm the go ahead for its accession. Odisha train tragedy: CBI arrests three Indian railway officials India’s premier investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on Friday, arrested three people responsible for the Odisha train accidents that caused the death of 293 people and left over 1,000 injured. India’s NSA Ajit Doval tells British counterpart Tim Barrow to act against Khalistanis India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Friday urged his British counterpart Tim Barrow to take strong action against extremist elements, referring to the Khalistanis, and ensure the safety of the Indian High Commission. Breaking point: Chinese youth face alarming surge in suicides as academic pressure takes its toll China is experiencing a concerning rise in suicide rates among young people in recent years, leading researchers to advocate for the implementation of a specialised programme aimed at addressing the academic pressure they face. Pak ex-PM Nawaz Sharif may contest elections this year, says law minister Azam Nazeer Tarar Pakistan’s law minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has said that the lifetime disqualification of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif—who is on a self-imposed exile in London —has ended and he can now contest elections. Yellen criticises China's 'punitive' measures against US companies, but says decoupling 'impossible' US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Friday (July 7) criticised China for its recent 'punitive' measures against US companies as she stressed the need for market reforms in the world's second-largest economy. Yellen is on a four-day China visit. She arrived in Beijing on Thursday. Italy: Major fire in Milan retirement home kills six, leaves dozens injured In the early hours of Friday, a devastating fire engulfed a retirement home in Milan, Italy, claiming the lives of six people, according to emergency responders, reported DW. Italian news agency ANSA reported that 81 people were rushed to the hospital in the aftermath of the fire. British police seize cannabis worth $146 mn, charge over 450 people in massive month-long operation British police have announced the successful outcome of Operation Mille, a large-scale drugs operation conducted throughout June. More than 450 individuals have been charged, and cannabis plants with a value exceeding £115 million or $146 million were seized in the operation across England and Wales. Hong Kong police arrests five people for allegedly supporting pro-democracy activists overseas The Hong Kong police have arrested five people, as of Thursday (July 6), for allegedly supporting overseas activists who supposedly endangered national security, amid the government’s expanding crackdown on pro-democracy dissidents. Kenyan police fire tear gas to stop opposition protests over tax hikes, dozens arrested Kenyans in multiple cities across the country took to the streets in protest of a new finance law which has sought to raise taxes including doubling the fuel tax as well as introducing a housing levy for employees, reported the local media.

Top 10 world news: Turkey indecisive on Sweden’s NATO bid, India tells UK to act against Khalistanis, and more

At the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to resist the western sanctions imposed on the country and called for trading in local currencies. In other news, around 11 people were shot in Fort Worth, Texas, United States, on Tuesday (July 4) out of which three people have been killed, said the police.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-sco-summit-vladimir-putin-calls-for-trading-in-local-currencies-to-blunt-western-sanctions-611896">At SCO Summit, Vladimir Putin calls for trading in local currencies to blunt western sanctions 
 
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Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to resist the western sanctions imposed on the country and called for trading in local currencies at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-at-least-three-people-killed-eight-others-injured-after-shooting-in-texas-parking-lot-611856">US: At least three killed, eight injured after shooting at Texas festival 
 
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Around 11 people were shot in Fort Worth, Texas, United States, on Tuesday (July 4) out of which three people have been killed, said the police. The shooting took place just before midnight and the officers said they were responding to gunfire in a parking lot in the Texas city’s southwest Como neighbourhood during an annual festival.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-grounds-to-renew-ukraine-grain-deal-says-russia-611931">'No grounds' to renew Ukraine grain deal, says Russia 
 
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The Russian foreign ministry said on Tuesday (July 4) that Russia sees no basis for renewing Black Sea grain deal. The statement has come less than two weeks before the grain deal agreement expires.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-orders-closure-of-hair-and-beauty-salons-in-afghanistan-further-restricting-womens-rights-611826">Taliban order closure of hair and beauty salons in Afghanistan, further restricting women's rights 
 
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Taliban have given Afghan women one month to shut down beauty and hair salons. In its latest crackdown on women's access to public places, the Taliban administration's morality ministry has ordered that these women-run establishments must be shut.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-warns-against-pressure-to-support-swedens-nato-bid-611877">Turkey warns against 'pressure' to support Sweden's NATO bid 
 
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Turkey warned on Tuesday (July 4) that it will not be pressured into supporting Sweden's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Turkey said that it was still assessing whether Sweden's entry into the world's most powerful defence organisation would benefit the bloc or hurt it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-declares-onset-of-el-nino-says-itll-break-temperature-records-611836">UN declares onset of El Nino, says it'll break temperature records 
 
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The United Nations (UN) on Tuesday (July 4) declared the onset of the El Nino weather phenomenon. The agency has said that El Nino, which triggers higher temperatures across the world, will continue throughout 2023.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-president-xi-jinping-calls-for-regional-peace-and-opposes-protectionism-at-sco-summit-611865">Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for regional peace and opposes protectionism at SCO Summit 
 
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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday emphasised the need to safeguard regional peace and "oppose protectionism" during his address at a virtual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on Tuesday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-accuses-georgia-of-torturing-jailed-ex-president-saakashvili-tells-georgian-ambassador-to-go-home-611904">Ukraine accuses Georgia of 'torturing' jailed ex-president Saakashvili, tells Georgian ambassador to go home 
 
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Kyiv on Tuesday asked Georgia's ambassador to temporarily leave the country condemning Tbilisi for mistreating imprisoned former leader and Ukrainian citizen Mikheil Saakashvili.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/odisha-train-crash-faulty-signal-connections-caused-accident-finds-crs-report-611840">Odisha train crash: Faulty signal connections caused deadly accident, finds CRS probe 
 
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An investigation conducted by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) has found that the train accident which took place in the Indian state of Odisha last month occurred after workers repairing the railroad barrier made faulty connections in the automated signalling system on the network. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-high-court-dismisses-toshakhana-case-against-paks-ex-pm-imran-khan-611812">Islamabad High Court declares Toshakhana case against Pak’s ex-PM Imran Khan 'inadmissible' 
 
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In a major relief for Imran Khan, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday declared “void” the sessions court's verdict in the Toshakhana case against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman.

At the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to resist the western sanctions imposed on the country and called for trading in local currencies.

At the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to resist the western sanctions imposed on the country and called for trading in local currencies. In other news, around 11 people were shot in Fort Worth, Texas, United States, on Tuesday (July 4) out of which three people have been killed, said the police. Click on the headlines to read more: At SCO Summit, Vladimir Putin calls for trading in local currencies to blunt western sanctions Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to resist the western sanctions imposed on the country and called for trading in local currencies at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. US: At least three killed, eight injured after shooting at Texas festival Around 11 people were shot in Fort Worth, Texas, United States, on Tuesday (July 4) out of which three people have been killed, said the police. The shooting took place just before midnight and the officers said they were responding to gunfire in a parking lot in the Texas city’s southwest Como neighbourhood during an annual festival. 'No grounds' to renew Ukraine grain deal, says Russia The Russian foreign ministry said on Tuesday (July 4) that Russia sees no basis for renewing Black Sea grain deal. The statement has come less than two weeks before the grain deal agreement expires. Taliban order closure of hair and beauty salons in Afghanistan, further restricting women's rights Taliban have given Afghan women one month to shut down beauty and hair salons. In its latest crackdown on women's access to public places, the Taliban administration's morality ministry has ordered that these women-run establishments must be shut. Turkey warns against 'pressure' to support Sweden's NATO bid Turkey warned on Tuesday (July 4) that it will not be pressured into supporting Sweden's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Turkey said that it was still assessing whether Sweden's entry into the world's most powerful defence organisation would benefit the bloc or hurt it. UN declares onset of El Nino, says it'll break temperature records The United Nations (UN) on Tuesday (July 4) declared the onset of the El Nino weather phenomenon. The agency has said that El Nino, which triggers higher temperatures across the world, will continue throughout 2023. Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for regional peace and opposes protectionism at SCO Summit Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday emphasised the need to safeguard regional peace and "oppose protectionism" during his address at a virtual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on Tuesday. Ukraine accuses Georgia of 'torturing' jailed ex-president Saakashvili, tells Georgian ambassador to go home Kyiv on Tuesday asked Georgia's ambassador to temporarily leave the country condemning Tbilisi for mistreating imprisoned former leader and Ukrainian citizen Mikheil Saakashvili. Odisha train crash: Faulty signal connections caused deadly accident, finds CRS probe An investigation conducted by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) has found that the train accident which took place in the Indian state of Odisha last month occurred after workers repairing the railroad barrier made faulty connections in the automated signalling system on the network. Islamabad High Court declares Toshakhana case against Pak’s ex-PM Imran Khan 'inadmissible' In a major relief for Imran Khan, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday declared “void” the sessions court's verdict in the Toshakhana case against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman.

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The grandmother of a French teenager of African descent Nahel M, who was shot dead by the police, reacted to the expanding violent protests over her grandson's killing. On Sunday, Nadia, Nahel M's grandmother, issued a plea for calm, telling people to "stop and do not riot". In other news, the Open Society Foundations previously controlled by controversial billionaire businessman George Soros is preparing to downsize its workforce by at least 40 per cent.&nbsp;

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The grandmother of French teenager of African descent Nahel M, who was shot dead by the police, reacted to the expanding violent protests in France over her grandson's killing. On Sunday, Nadia, Nahel M's grandmother, issued a plea for calm, telling people to "stop and do not riot".

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The succession of the Open Society Foundations previously controlled by controversial billionaire businessman George Soros to his son Alexander Soros is&nbsp;preparing to downsize its workforce by at least 40 per cent.

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The Swedish government, on Sunday (July 2) condemned the burning of the Quran outside Stockholm’s main mosque, calling it an “Islamophobic” act. This comes after the international Islamic body of 57 states called for measures to prevent acts of desecration of the holy book.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-claims-ukraine-killed-80000-wagner-fighters-and-entire-world-wants-to-kill-vladimir-putin-611084">Zelensky claims Ukraine killed 21,000 Wagner fighters; says 'entire world wants to kill' Vladimir Putin 
 
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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that the country has killed at least 21,000 Wagner fighters and wounded another 80,000 so far. Zelensky did not provide any evidence for his claim.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-zulu-king-suffers-suspected-poisoning-amid-family-feud-over-crown-611107">South Africa's Zulu king's spokesperson denies 'poisoning' reports 
 
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South Africa's Zulu king's spokesperson has denied reports of suspected poisoning of Misuzulu Zulu, the head of the country's most influential traditional monarchy. Overnight on Saturday, the Zulu prime minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, said in a press release that the monarch had been hospitalised in the neighbouring country of Eswatini after falling ill.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/very-rare-ukraine-finds-remnants-of-british-wwii-hurricane-planes-outside-kyiv-611109">‘Very rare’: Ukraine finds remnants of British WWII Hurricane fighter planes outside Kyiv 
 
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Officials in Ukraine, on Sunday (July 2) reported that eight Hurricane fighter planes dating back to World War Two from the United Kingdom were found in a forest near Kyiv.&nbsp;This comes after&nbsp;National Aviation Museum of Ukraine began excavations after a World War II-era bomb was discovered near Kyiv.&nbsp;

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Republican presidential frontrunner and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis began implementing more than 200 new laws this week amid his intensified political campaign for the White House. The new laws address immigration and expanded access to guns, and have resulted in a strong reaction from neighbouring Mexico.&nbsp;

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Influencer and Instagram model Sofia Salomon recently applied to compete for the coveted title of Miss Venezuela, the South American nation which is said to have an unparalleled enthusiasm for beauty pageants as well as little to no tolerance for challenges to its largely heteronormative standards.&nbsp;

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In yet another dramatic turn of events in the Indian state of Maharashtra, Nationalist Congress Party's (NCP) senior leader Ajit Pawar, on Sunday (July 2), crossed party lines and joined the incumbent Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led state government and was sworn in as the new deputy CM of the state.&nbsp;

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Australia won the second Test by 43&nbsp;runs at Lord's in London to go up 2-0 in the ongoing Ashes series against England. The home team were cruising along nicely when England skipper Ben Stokes was batting. The Three Lions, however, bundled out shortly after Stokes fell following a masterful 155.&nbsp;

The grandmother of a French teenager of African descent Nahel M, who was shot dead by the police, reacted to the expanding violent protests over her grandson's killing.

The grandmother of a French teenager of African descent Nahel M, who was shot dead by the police, reacted to the expanding violent protests over her grandson's killing. On Sunday, Nadia, Nahel M's grandmother, issued a plea for calm, telling people to "stop and do not riot". In other news, the Open Society Foundations previously controlled by controversial billionaire businessman George Soros is preparing to downsize its workforce by at least 40 per cent. Click on the headlines to read more: 'They are using Nahel as excuse': Fatally shot teen's grandmother hits out at violent protesters The grandmother of French teenager of African descent Nahel M, who was shot dead by the police, reacted to the expanding violent protests in France over her grandson's killing. On Sunday, Nadia, Nahel M's grandmother, issued a plea for calm, telling people to "stop and do not riot". Hundreds to lose jobs at George Soros' foundation after son's takeover The succession of the Open Society Foundations previously controlled by controversial billionaire businessman George Soros to his son Alexander Soros is preparing to downsize its workforce by at least 40 per cent. Sweden govt condemns ‘Islamophobic’ Quran burning protest amid calls to prevent desecration of holy book The Swedish government, on Sunday (July 2) condemned the burning of the Quran outside Stockholm’s main mosque, calling it an “Islamophobic” act. This comes after the international Islamic body of 57 states called for measures to prevent acts of desecration of the holy book. Zelensky claims Ukraine killed 21,000 Wagner fighters; says 'entire world wants to kill' Vladimir Putin Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that the country has killed at least 21,000 Wagner fighters and wounded another 80,000 so far. Zelensky did not provide any evidence for his claim. South Africa's Zulu king's spokesperson denies 'poisoning' reports South Africa's Zulu king's spokesperson has denied reports of suspected poisoning of Misuzulu Zulu, the head of the country's most influential traditional monarchy. Overnight on Saturday, the Zulu prime minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, said in a press release that the monarch had been hospitalised in the neighbouring country of Eswatini after falling ill. ‘Very rare’: Ukraine finds remnants of British WWII Hurricane fighter planes outside Kyiv Officials in Ukraine, on Sunday (July 2) reported that eight Hurricane fighter planes dating back to World War Two from the United Kingdom were found in a forest near Kyiv. This comes after National Aviation Museum of Ukraine began excavations after a World War II-era bomb was discovered near Kyiv. Mexico reacts as Ron DeSantis-backed new Florida laws target illegal immigration Republican presidential frontrunner and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis began implementing more than 200 new laws this week amid his intensified political campaign for the White House. The new laws address immigration and expanded access to guns, and have resulted in a strong reaction from neighbouring Mexico. Transgender woman Sofia Salomon challenges norms, applies to compete in Miss Venezuela pageant Influencer and Instagram model Sofia Salomon recently applied to compete for the coveted title of Miss Venezuela, the South American nation which is said to have an unparalleled enthusiasm for beauty pageants as well as little to no tolerance for challenges to its largely heteronormative standards. India: NCP's Ajit Pawar joins NDA government, takes oath as deputy chief minister of Maharashtra In yet another dramatic turn of events in the Indian state of Maharashtra, Nationalist Congress Party's (NCP) senior leader Ajit Pawar, on Sunday (July 2), crossed party lines and joined the incumbent Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led state government and was sworn in as the new deputy CM of the state. Ashes 2023: Australia win second Test at Lord's despite Ben Stokes' masterclass Australia won the second Test by 43 runs at Lord's in London to go up 2-0 in the ongoing Ashes series against England. The home team were cruising along nicely when England skipper Ben Stokes was batting. The Three Lions, however, bundled out shortly after Stokes fell following a masterful 155.

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A jet belonging to Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has flown to Belarus from Russia on Tuesday (June 27). Several media reports mentioned that a flight-tracking website showed Wagner chief's plane flying out of Rostov and landing near Minsk. In other news,&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin, while addressing the troops gathered in Kremlin on Tuesday, said that the civil war was prevented by them after a revolt by Wagner mercenaries.&nbsp;

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A jet belonging to Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has flown to Belarus from Russia on Tuesday (June 27). Several media reports mentioned that a flight-tracking website showed Wagner chief's plane flying out of Rostov and landing near Minsk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/you-de-facto-stopped-civil-war-says-putin-to-troops-in-kremlin-post-failed-mutiny-609289">'You de facto stopped civil war,' says Putin to troops in Kremlin post failed mutiny 
 
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Russian President Vladimir Putin, while addressing the troops gathered in Kremlin on Tuesday, said that the civil war was prevented by them after a revolt by Wagner mercenaries. The president also observed a minute of silence for pilots who lost their lives in clashes during the mutiny.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/womans-body-found-in-rubble-six-days-after-paris-building-blast-609340">Woman's body found in rubble six days after Paris building blast 
 
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Six days after a massive blast destroyed a 17th-century building in France, injuring 58, a body was found in the rubble on Tuesday. Emergency services, looking for a missing woman after the blast, stumbled upon the body, an AFP report stated.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-diwali-to-be-a-school-holiday-in-new-york-city-says-mayor-609094">US: Diwali to be a school holiday in New York City, says mayor 
 
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The Hindu festival of Diwali is now officially a holiday in schools across New York City, mayor Eric Adams tweeted late Monday (June 26). "I'm so proud to have stood with Assembly member Jenifer Rajkumar and community leaders in the fight to make Diwali a school holiday.

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Nearly two months after approving abortion pill use in the country, Japan is set to permit the sale of emergency contraceptives without prescription on a trial basis. The move means Japan will likely join dozens of other countries where the morning-after pill is conveniently available over-the-counter.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-nurses-strike-ends-after-low-vote-turnout-609351">UK: Nurses' strike ends after low vote turnout 
 
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The threat of more strikes by British nurses ended on Tuesday (June 27) after the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) said that a vote on industrial action had not met the legal threshold. The RCN said that it had got votes for more strikes from 100,000 members but that the turnout for voting was only 43 per cent.

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China's authoritarian regime has banned a prominent financial journalist who took a scathing view of the country's sluggish economic state, comparing it to the Great Depression of the 1930s. Identified as Wu Xiaobo, had more than 4.7 million followers on his Weibo (Twitter-like platform) account but on Tuesday&nbsp;his page displayed a message saying the account "is currently in a banned state due to violation of relevant laws and regulations".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-anti-trust-regulator-issues-show-cause-notice-regarding-air-india-vistara-merger-report-609249">India's anti-trust regulator to probe if Air India-Vistara merger hurts competition: Report 
 
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The proposed Air India-Vistara merger might not have smooth sailing as previously predicted. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has issued a show-cause notice to the Tata Group-owned Air India, asking why an investigation should not be conducted into the merger, according to a report in Mint.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-pm-narendra-modi-makes-fervent-pitch-for-uniform-civil-code-609210">Indian PM Narendra Modi makes fervent pitch for Uniform Civil Code 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong case for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)— a single personal law for all citizens irrespective of religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation—during an event on Tuesday.

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Pakistan’s national assembly recently passed a bill which would limit the lifetime disqualification of lawmakers to five years. The bill, in question, was signed into law, on Tuesday (June 27), said a report by AFP, citing a state spokesman, and could pave the way for exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s return.

A jet belonging to Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has flown to Belarus from Russia on Tuesday (June 27). Several media reports mentioned that a flight-tracking website showed Wagner chief's plane flying out of Rostov and landing near Minsk.

A jet belonging to Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has flown to Belarus from Russia on Tuesday (June 27). Several media reports mentioned that a flight-tracking website showed Wagner chief's plane flying out of Rostov and landing near Minsk. In other news, Russian President Vladimir Putin, while addressing the troops gathered in Kremlin on Tuesday, said that the civil war was prevented by them after a revolt by Wagner mercenaries. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war: Lukashenko says Wagner chief Prigozhin in Belarus A jet belonging to Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has flown to Belarus from Russia on Tuesday (June 27). Several media reports mentioned that a flight-tracking website showed Wagner chief's plane flying out of Rostov and landing near Minsk. 'You de facto stopped civil war,' says Putin to troops in Kremlin post failed mutiny Russian President Vladimir Putin, while addressing the troops gathered in Kremlin on Tuesday, said that the civil war was prevented by them after a revolt by Wagner mercenaries. The president also observed a minute of silence for pilots who lost their lives in clashes during the mutiny. Woman's body found in rubble six days after Paris building blast Six days after a massive blast destroyed a 17th-century building in France, injuring 58, a body was found in the rubble on Tuesday. Emergency services, looking for a missing woman after the blast, stumbled upon the body, an AFP report stated. US: Diwali to be a school holiday in New York City, says mayor The Hindu festival of Diwali is now officially a holiday in schools across New York City, mayor Eric Adams tweeted late Monday (June 26). "I'm so proud to have stood with Assembly member Jenifer Rajkumar and community leaders in the fight to make Diwali a school holiday. Japan: Trial sales of over-the-counter emergency contraceptives approved Nearly two months after approving abortion pill use in the country, Japan is set to permit the sale of emergency contraceptives without prescription on a trial basis. The move means Japan will likely join dozens of other countries where the morning-after pill is conveniently available over-the-counter. UK: Nurses' strike ends after low vote turnout The threat of more strikes by British nurses ended on Tuesday (June 27) after the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) said that a vote on industrial action had not met the legal threshold. The RCN said that it had got votes for more strikes from 100,000 members but that the turnout for voting was only 43 per cent. Prominent Chinese financial journalist banned from social media for THIS reason China's authoritarian regime has banned a prominent financial journalist who took a scathing view of the country's sluggish economic state, comparing it to the Great Depression of the 1930s. Identified as Wu Xiaobo, had more than 4.7 million followers on his Weibo (Twitter-like platform) account but on Tuesday his page displayed a message saying the account "is currently in a banned state due to violation of relevant laws and regulations". India's anti-trust regulator to probe if Air India-Vistara merger hurts competition: Report The proposed Air India-Vistara merger might not have smooth sailing as previously predicted. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has issued a show-cause notice to the Tata Group-owned Air India, asking why an investigation should not be conducted into the merger, according to a report in Mint. Indian PM Narendra Modi makes fervent pitch for Uniform Civil Code Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong case for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)— a single personal law for all citizens irrespective of religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation—during an event on Tuesday. Pakistan passes new law, paves way for former PM Nawaz Sharif’s return: Report Pakistan’s national assembly recently passed a bill which would limit the lifetime disqualification of lawmakers to five years. The bill, in question, was signed into law, on Tuesday (June 27), said a report by AFP, citing a state spokesman, and could pave the way for exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s return.

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A Russia-installed official on Sunday (June 18) acknowledged that Ukrainian forces have recaptured Piatykhatky village in the southern Zapororizhzhia region, in what might be the second reported gains in the region since Kyiv began its counteroffensive earlier this month. In other news, days after at least 78 migrants looking to enter Greece died when a boat capsized, over 300 Pakistani refugees on the ill-fated vessel are believed to have been aboard and most of them killed. Only 78 bodies had been recovered after the boat capsized.

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A Russia-installed official, on Sunday (June 18) acknowledged that Ukrainian forces have recaptured Piatykhatky village in the southern Zapororizhzhia region, in what might be the second reported gains in the region since Kyiv began its counteroffensive, earlier this month. Meanwhile, both Ukrainian and Russian officials have reported a rise in the death toll after the destruction of the Kakhovka dam.&nbsp;

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Days after at least 78 migrants looking to enter Greece died when a boat capsized, over 300 Pakistani refugees on the ill-fated vessel are believed have been aboard and most of them killed. Only 78 bodies had been recovered after the boat capsized.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of signing a peace treaty with Russia to end the ongoing war and throwing it into the 'garbage of history' shortly after that.&nbsp;Putin's comments came during a meeting with the leaders of African Union&nbsp;at St. Petersberg's historic Konstantinovsky Palace on Saturday, June 17.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-conflict-warring-sides-agree-new-truce-after-fighting-intensifies-605656">Sudan conflict: Warring sides agree to new truce after fighting intensifies 
 
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Sudan's warring sides, the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), agreed to a new 72-hour ceasefire from Sunday (June 18), as fighting intensified with deadly air strikes in the capital city of Khartoum and an exodus of wounded from Darfur over the border into Chad.

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Previously unseen footage has surfaced, revealing the extent of rule-breaking and mockery of lockdown regulations at a Christmas party held at the Conservative Campaign Headquarters in London, as per The Mirror media outlet.

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At least 20 people were shot, one fatally, reported the local media citing the officials as police are in the midst of investigating an overnight shooting in the US state of Illinois southwest suburban Willowbrook, on Sunday (June 18).&nbsp;

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Indian student Preet Vikal was arrested by the police in the United Kingdom for raping a semi-conscious and drunk woman he had met in a club, after a CCTV footage caught him carrying the victim to his flat, reported the BBC.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/austrian-police-foil-planned-attack-on-viennas-pride-parade-three-arrested-605812">Austrian police foil planned attack on Vienna’s pride parade; three arrested 
 
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Authorities in Austria, on Sunday (June 18) said they foiled a possible attack on a pride parade which was to be held in the capital of Vienna on Saturday. The police have arrested three suspects, aged 20, 17 and 14, who allegedly sympathised with the extremist Islamic State group.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/switzerland-people-vote-for-15-per-cent-tax-rate-hike-for-multinationals-605792">Switzerland: People vote for 15 per cent tax rate hike for multinationals 
 
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The voters in Switzerland extended their overwhelming support to increasing the global minimum tax rate to 15 per cent for multinational corporations as 79 per cent of people voted in favour, as per the projections which were published shortly after polls ended. The polls were carried out by gfs.bern institute. 
 
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Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, while speaking about the March 19 violence that took place outside the Indian High Commission in London, said that “things do get under my skin” when India is demeaned and disrespected by the people.

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A Russia-installed official on Sunday (June 18) acknowledged that Ukrainian forces have recaptured Piatykhatky village in the southern Zapororizhzhia region, in what might be the second reported gains in the region since Kyiv began its counteroffensive earlier this month.

A Russia-installed official on Sunday (June 18) acknowledged that Ukrainian forces have recaptured Piatykhatky village in the southern Zapororizhzhia region, in what might be the second reported gains in the region since Kyiv began its counteroffensive earlier this month. In other news, days after at least 78 migrants looking to enter Greece died when a boat capsized, over 300 Pakistani refugees on the ill-fated vessel are believed to have been aboard and most of them killed. Only 78 bodies had been recovered after the boat capsized. Click on the headlines to read more: Death toll in Kakhovka dam collapse increases to 45; Ukraine recaptures another village A Russia-installed official, on Sunday (June 18) acknowledged that Ukrainian forces have recaptured Piatykhatky village in the southern Zapororizhzhia region, in what might be the second reported gains in the region since Kyiv began its counteroffensive, earlier this month. Meanwhile, both Ukrainian and Russian officials have reported a rise in the death toll after the destruction of the Kakhovka dam. Greece boat tragedy: Hundreds of Pakistanis believed to be among dead Days after at least 78 migrants looking to enter Greece died when a boat capsized, over 300 Pakistani refugees on the ill-fated vessel are believed have been aboard and most of them killed. Only 78 bodies had been recovered after the boat capsized. Putin says Ukraine signed peace treaty with Russia in spring of 2022, then threw it into 'garbage of history' Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of signing a peace treaty with Russia to end the ongoing war and throwing it into the 'garbage of history' shortly after that. Putin's comments came during a meeting with the leaders of African Union at St. Petersberg's historic Konstantinovsky Palace on Saturday, June 17. Sudan conflict: Warring sides agree to new truce after fighting intensifies Sudan's warring sides, the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), agreed to a new 72-hour ceasefire from Sunday (June 18), as fighting intensified with deadly air strikes in the capital city of Khartoum and an exodus of wounded from Darfur over the border into Chad. WATCH | Shocking new partygate video 'exposes' Tories mocking lockdown rules Previously unseen footage has surfaced, revealing the extent of rule-breaking and mockery of lockdown regulations at a Christmas party held at the Conservative Campaign Headquarters in London, as per The Mirror media outlet. At least one killed, 20 shot after mass shooting in US amid Juneteenth celebration At least 20 people were shot, one fatally, reported the local media citing the officials as police are in the midst of investigating an overnight shooting in the US state of Illinois southwest suburban Willowbrook, on Sunday (June 18). Caught on camera: Indian student carries woman to his flat before raping her in UK Indian student Preet Vikal was arrested by the police in the United Kingdom for raping a semi-conscious and drunk woman he had met in a club, after a CCTV footage caught him carrying the victim to his flat, reported the BBC. Austrian police foil planned attack on Vienna’s pride parade; three arrested Authorities in Austria, on Sunday (June 18) said they foiled a possible attack on a pride parade which was to be held in the capital of Vienna on Saturday. The police have arrested three suspects, aged 20, 17 and 14, who allegedly sympathised with the extremist Islamic State group. Switzerland: People vote for 15 per cent tax rate hike for multinationals The voters in Switzerland extended their overwhelming support to increasing the global minimum tax rate to 15 per cent for multinational corporations as 79 per cent of people voted in favour, as per the projections which were published shortly after polls ended. The polls were carried out by gfs.bern institute. 'Things get under my skin': Jaishankar opens up on what irks him when India is demeaned Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, while speaking about the March 19 violence that took place outside the Indian High Commission in London, said that “things do get under my skin” when India is demeaned and disrespected by the people.

Top 10 world news: Death toll in Ukraine dam breach rises, Greece boat tragedy and more

The Soviet-era Nova Kakhovka dam on the Dnipro River in the Russia-occupied part of southern Ukraine came under attack on Tuesday (June 6) amid the ongoing conflict. The partial destruction of the dam, as per both officials in Moscow and Kyiv, has unleashed a torrent of water, while both sides have blamed the supposed attack on each other. Read the story below to know what happened.&nbsp;

India is seeking key equipment support from Germany in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with a focus on acquiring fuel pumps for the K9 Vajra artillery system. The matter was raised during a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi. 
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India is seeking key equipment support from Germany in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with a focus on acquiring fuel pumps for the K9 Vajra artillery system. The matter was raised during a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi.

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The Soviet-era Nova Kakhovka dam on the Dnipro River in the Russia-occupied part of southern Ukraine came under attack on Tuesday (June 6) amid the ongoing conflict. The partial destruction of the dam, as per both officials in Moscow and Kyiv has unleashed a torrent of water,&nbsp;while both sides have blamed the supposed attack on each other. Here's what happened.

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Canada’s National Security Advisor (NSA) on Friday accused India of meddling in the country’s affairs, putting the world’s biggest democracy in the league of authoritative nations such as Russia, China and Iran.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-biggest-ever-drug-haul-officials-seize-15000-blots-busts-dark-net-ring-of-drug-traffickers-601283">India's biggest-ever drug haul: Officials seize 15,000 blots, bust 'dark net' ring of drug traffickers 
 
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In the biggest-ever drug haul in the past two decades, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 15,000 LSD drug blots and arrested six people who were allegedly involved in a pan-India network of drug traffickers. They&nbsp;were using cryptocurrency and operating through the dark web.&nbsp;

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On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin in a televised address declared martial law and ordered full-scale mobilisation of troops for an all-out war against Ukraine. He further urged citizens living in the border areas to evacuate and seek safety inside Russia.&nbsp;

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New Zealand on Tuesday (June 6) announced a ban on disposable vapes amid the government's focus to curb vaping by young people by implementing limits on sales near schools and a ban on some disposable units.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-asks-china-to-shut-down-secret-police-stations-on-britains-soil-601312">UK asks China to shut down 'secret police stations' on British soil 
 
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The government of the United Kingdom has directed China to close its secret police stations which have been operational on British soil, said Security Minister Tom Tugendhat in a written statement to parliament on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-claims-to-have-created-its-first-ever-hypersonic-missile-fattah-601277">Iran unveils its first hypersonic missile ‘Fattah’: Here's what we know 
 
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Iran unveiled what is being described as its first-ever domestically-made hypersonic ballistic missile ‘Fattah’, on Tuesday (June 6), reported the state-run IRNA news agency. The missile is said to be capable of travelling at hypersonic speeds of up to 15 times the speed of sound.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aiims-says-malware-attack-successfully-thwarted-by-cyber-security-systems-601396">AIIMS says malware attack 'successfully thwarted' by cyber-security systems 
 
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All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi announced on Tuesday (June 6) that a malware attack was detected at 2:50pm (local time) by the cyber-security systems.&nbsp;

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A United States-bound Air India flight which took off from the Indian capital city, Delhi was diverted to Russia, on Tuesday (June 6) after it developed a “technical issue” in one of the engines, a spokesperson from the airline.&nbsp;The incident also comes a day United Airlines CEO had raised concerns about flights using Russian airspace with American citizens on board.&nbsp;

The Soviet-era Nova Kakhovka dam on the Dnipro River in the Russia-occupied part of southern Ukraine came under attack on Tuesday (June 6) amid the ongoing conflict.

The Soviet-era Nova Kakhovka dam on the Dnipro River in the Russia-occupied part of southern Ukraine came under attack on Tuesday (June 6) amid the ongoing conflict. The partial destruction of the dam, as per both officials in Moscow and Kyiv, has unleashed a torrent of water, while both sides have blamed the supposed attack on each other. Read the story below to know what happened. India is seeking key equipment support from Germany in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with a focus on acquiring fuel pumps for the K9 Vajra artillery system. The matter was raised during a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi. Click on the headlines to read more: India seeks key equipment support from Germany amid Russia-Ukraine conflict impact India is seeking key equipment support from Germany in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with a focus on acquiring fuel pumps for the K9 Vajra artillery system. The matter was raised during a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi. Explained | Russia-Ukraine war: Nova Kakhovka dam attack. What we know so far The Soviet-era Nova Kakhovka dam on the Dnipro River in the Russia-occupied part of southern Ukraine came under attack on Tuesday (June 6) amid the ongoing conflict. The partial destruction of the dam, as per both officials in Moscow and Kyiv has unleashed a torrent of water, while both sides have blamed the supposed attack on each other. Here's what happened. Justin Trudeau’s NSA accuses India of meddling in Canada’s internal affairs Canada’s National Security Advisor (NSA) on Friday accused India of meddling in the country’s affairs, putting the world’s biggest democracy in the league of authoritative nations such as Russia, China and Iran. India's biggest-ever drug haul: Officials seize 15,000 blots, bust 'dark net' ring of drug traffickers In the biggest-ever drug haul in the past two decades, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 15,000 LSD drug blots and arrested six people who were allegedly involved in a pan-India network of drug traffickers. They were using cryptocurrency and operating through the dark web. Fake video of Vladimir Putin announcing full-scale war against Ukraine broadcast on Russian TV On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin in a televised address declared martial law and ordered full-scale mobilisation of troops for an all-out war against Ukraine. He further urged citizens living in the border areas to evacuate and seek safety inside Russia. New Zealand to ban disposable vape as it extends aggressive anti-smoking campaigns New Zealand on Tuesday (June 6) announced a ban on disposable vapes amid the government's focus to curb vaping by young people by implementing limits on sales near schools and a ban on some disposable units. UK asks China to shut down 'secret police stations' on British soil The government of the United Kingdom has directed China to close its secret police stations which have been operational on British soil, said Security Minister Tom Tugendhat in a written statement to parliament on Tuesday. Iran unveils its first hypersonic missile ‘Fattah’: Here's what we know Iran unveiled what is being described as its first-ever domestically-made hypersonic ballistic missile ‘Fattah’, on Tuesday (June 6), reported the state-run IRNA news agency. The missile is said to be capable of travelling at hypersonic speeds of up to 15 times the speed of sound. AIIMS says malware attack 'successfully thwarted' by cyber-security systems All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi announced on Tuesday (June 6) that a malware attack was detected at 2:50pm (local time) by the cyber-security systems. Delhi-San Francisco Air India flight diverted to Russia after 'technical issue' A United States-bound Air India flight which took off from the Indian capital city, Delhi was diverted to Russia, on Tuesday (June 6) after it developed a “technical issue” in one of the engines, a spokesperson from the airline. The incident also comes a day United Airlines CEO had raised concerns about flights using Russian airspace with American citizens on board.

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The expansion of airfields by China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 2020 has enhanced its military's capabilities to conduct multiple ranges of operations and counter comparative advantages of India in some areas, as per an analysis of recent satellite imagery. In other news,&nbsp;Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the departure of legendary Argentine star Lionel Messi on Thursday, June 1&nbsp;after a two-year spell in the French capital.

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The expansion of airfields by China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 2020 has enhanced its military's capabilities to conduct multiple ranges of operations and counter comparative advantages of India in some areas, as per an analysis of recent satellite imagery.

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Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the departure of legendary Argentine star Lionel Messi on Thursday, June 1 after a two-year spell in the French capital. Messi, who led Argentina to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, had fuelled speculations regarding his departure from the club having made a trip to Saudi Arabia without informing the club in April.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-children-killed-in-russias-fresh-air-strike-in-kyiv-598975">Two children among three killed in Russia's fresh air strike on Ukrainian capital Kyiv 
 
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An air attack was launched by Russia on Ukraine early on Thursday in which three people, including two children, were killed. The latest attack brought fresh terror to the capital city, after a week of strikes.

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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) grabbed the headlines after reports emerged that it has dropped a few important chapters from the syllabi of class 10.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-successfully-carries-out-training-launch-of-agni-1-ballistic-missile-599268">India successfully carries out training launch of Agni-1 ballistic missile 
 
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India announced, late Thursday (June 1) that it conducted a successful training launch of its Agni-1 ballistic missile, from the island in the Indian state of Odisha named after former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-joins-european-leaders-summit-in-moldova-asks-for-clear-decision-on-nato-membership-599180">Zelensky joins European leaders summit in Moldova, asks for ‘clear’ decision on NATO membership 
 
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The second European Political Community summit began in Moldova, the neighbouring country of war-torn Ukraine, on Thursday (June 1) which saw the participation of 47 leaders from the 27-nation bloc, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky who said that Kyiv wanted to receive a “clear” decision on its future in NATO bid.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-who-is-ben-roberts-smith-australias-decorated-living-soldier-accused-of-war-crimes-599160">Explained: Who is Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s decorated living soldier accused of war crimes?</a> 
 
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Australia’s most decorated living soldier Ben Roberts-Smith lost a high-profile multi-million-dollar defamation case against three newspapers that had accused him of murdering six Afghan civilians during his deployment there.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senegal-opposition-leader-ousmane-sonko-sentenced-to-two-years-in-prison-verdict-sparks-protests-599242">Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to two years in prison, verdict sparks protests 
 
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A Senegal court, on Thursday (June 1) sentenced opposition leader Ousmane Sonko to two years in prison for “corrupting youth.” Meanwhile, he was acquitted of rape and making death threats charges in the same case, which may affect the presidential aspirant’s chances for running in the elections next year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tesla-ceo-musk-concludes-two-day-china-trip-spent-longest-time-off-twitter-since-taking-over-599231">Tesla CEO Musk concludes two-day China trip, spends longest time off Twitter since taking over 
 
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Elon Musk, the Chief Executive Officer of Tesla, concluded his two-day trip to China on Thursday, after having discussions with high-ranking Chinese government officials, including the Vice Premier. Following his departure from Shanghai, Musk's private jet was tracked heading to Austin, Texas, where Tesla's global headquarters is located.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-review-a-dazzlingly-spectacular-multiversal-adventure-598990">Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse review: A dazzlingly spectacular multiversal adventure 
 
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Swinging back onto the silver screen with electrifying finesse, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, a sequel to 2018's phenomenal Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (these titles can be a mouthful, can't they? I am going to skip 'Spider-Man' hereon) whisks the audiences away on another exhilarating journey through parallel dimensions.&nbsp;

The expansion of airfields by China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 2020 has enhanced its military's capabilities to conduct multiple ranges of operations and counter comparative advantages of India in some areas, as per an analysis of recent satellite imagery.

The expansion of airfields by China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 2020 has enhanced its military's capabilities to conduct multiple ranges of operations and counter comparative advantages of India in some areas, as per an analysis of recent satellite imagery. In other news, Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the departure of legendary Argentine star Lionel Messi on Thursday, June 1 after a two-year spell in the French capital. Click on the headlines to read more: China enhances air power along Line of Actual Control, reveal satellite images: Report The expansion of airfields by China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 2020 has enhanced its military's capabilities to conduct multiple ranges of operations and counter comparative advantages of India in some areas, as per an analysis of recent satellite imagery. Official: PSG confirm Lionel Messi's departure from club; ends two-year spell in French capital Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the departure of legendary Argentine star Lionel Messi on Thursday, June 1 after a two-year spell in the French capital. Messi, who led Argentina to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, had fuelled speculations regarding his departure from the club having made a trip to Saudi Arabia without informing the club in April. Two children among three killed in Russia's fresh air strike on Ukrainian capital Kyiv An air attack was launched by Russia on Ukraine early on Thursday in which three people, including two children, were killed. The latest attack brought fresh terror to the capital city, after a week of strikes. The fuss around evolution theory, periodic table: Know why NCERT dropped key chapters The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) grabbed the headlines after reports emerged that it has dropped a few important chapters from the syllabi of class 10. India successfully carries out training launch of Agni-1 ballistic missile India announced, late Thursday (June 1) that it conducted a successful training launch of its Agni-1 ballistic missile, from the island in the Indian state of Odisha named after former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Zelensky joins European leaders summit in Moldova, asks for ‘clear’ decision on NATO membership The second European Political Community summit began in Moldova, the neighbouring country of war-torn Ukraine, on Thursday (June 1) which saw the participation of 47 leaders from the 27-nation bloc, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky who said that Kyiv wanted to receive a “clear” decision on its future in NATO bid. Explained: Who is Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s decorated living soldier accused of war crimes? Australia’s most decorated living soldier Ben Roberts-Smith lost a high-profile multi-million-dollar defamation case against three newspapers that had accused him of murdering six Afghan civilians during his deployment there. Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to two years in prison, verdict sparks protests A Senegal court, on Thursday (June 1) sentenced opposition leader Ousmane Sonko to two years in prison for “corrupting youth.” Meanwhile, he was acquitted of rape and making death threats charges in the same case, which may affect the presidential aspirant’s chances for running in the elections next year. Tesla CEO Musk concludes two-day China trip, spends longest time off Twitter since taking over Elon Musk, the Chief Executive Officer of Tesla, concluded his two-day trip to China on Thursday, after having discussions with high-ranking Chinese government officials, including the Vice Premier. Following his departure from Shanghai, Musk's private jet was tracked heading to Austin, Texas, where Tesla's global headquarters is located. Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse review: A dazzlingly spectacular multiversal adventure Swinging back onto the silver screen with electrifying finesse, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, a sequel to 2018's phenomenal Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (these titles can be a mouthful, can't they? I am going to skip 'Spider-Man' hereon) whisks the audiences away on another exhilarating journey through parallel dimensions.

Top 10 world news: China enhances air power along LAC, PSG confirm Messi's departure from club, and more

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. In other news,&nbsp;Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-russian-overnight-strikes-hit-military-facility-in-western-ukraine-597767">Ukraine war: Russian overnight strike hits military facility in Western Ukraine 
 
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A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine, the news agency AFP reported on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. The authorities added that work was underway to localise fires at fuel and lubricant warehouses.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-officials-seize-land-of-vladimir-putins-ex-son-in-law-heres-all-details-about-jorrit-faassen-597907">Dutch officials seize land of Vladimir Putin’s ex-son-in-law. Here are all details about Jorrit Faassen 
 
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The Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The authorities from the Netherlands' National Office for Serious Fraud, Environmental Crime and Asset Confiscation took action on May 12 in relation to a criminal investigation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rishi-sunaks-grandfather-helped-kenyans-stage-revolt-against-british-rule-report-597990">Rishi Sunak’s grandfather helped Kenyans stage revolt against British rule: Report 
 
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The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s grandfather had reportedly helped Kenyan freedom fighters organise a revolt against brutal British rule in the 1950s. As per revelations made by the Daily Mail, Rishi Sunak’s grandfather Ramdas Sunak was involved in training Kenya’s Mau Mau fighters in guerrilla techniques.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/is-this-country-under-dictatorship-protesting-indian-wrestlers-charged-with-rioting-unlawful-assembly-597888">‘Is this country under dictatorship?’: Protesting Indian wrestlers charged with rioting, unlawful assembly 
 
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Top Indian wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi after they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated, on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-last-five-years-chinese-courts-prosecuted-over-8-million-people-597981">In last five years, Chinese courts prosecuted over 8 million people 
 
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In the last five years, that is 2017-2022, over 8.3 million people have been prosecuted by the Chinese courts, a 12 per cent rise from the corresponding period.&nbsp;The figures released in March by the supreme people’s procuratorate (SPP)— the highest national agency responsible for legal prosecution and prosecutorial investigation in mainland China.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-uganda-enacts-harsh-anti-lgbtq-law-includes-death-penalty-for-aggravated-homosexuality-597952">Explained | Uganda enacts harsh anti-LGBTQ law, includes death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality’ 
 
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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed what might arguably be one of the world’s toughest anti-LGBTQ bills into law on Monday (May 29). The move also comes amid Western condemnation, international criticism, and potential sanctions against the country by aid donors.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-pm-pedro-sanchez-calls-for-snap-elections-after-heavy-losses-in-regional-ballots-597838">Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez calls for snap elections after heavy loss in regional ballots 
 
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called an early general election for July 23, on Monday (May 29) after his left-wing coalition government suffered heavy losses in the local and regional polls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-new-legislative-elections-to-be-held-on-june-25-597988">Greece: New legislative elections to be held on June 25 
 
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Greece will be heading for the second round of legislative election on June 25, announced the Greek presidency on Monday. The decision comes after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' New Democracy party managed to trump the opponents in the polls held last week, but fell short of a majority.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-man-stabs-minor-girl-more-than-20-times-smashes-her-head-with-stone-slab-597843">Delhi: Man stabs minor girl more than 20 times, smashes her 'lifeless' body with stone slab 
 
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Shocking details have emerged of a brutal murder where a 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a 16-year-old girl in the Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). The man has been identified as Sahil and the girl is said to be his girlfriend.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indias-growing-economic-clout-powers-dubais-fdi-profile-to-top-spot-597931">India's growing economic clout powers Dubai's FDI profile to top spot 
 
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India's rising economic might has given Dubai, one of the richest of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, a key financial dividend in the form of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI).&nbsp;According to a Financial Times-affiliated report by the FDI Markets, India is one of the top five source countries for announced FDI projects and estimated FDI capital in Dubai.&nbsp;

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike.

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. In other news, Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine war: Russian overnight strike hits military facility in Western Ukraine A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine, the news agency AFP reported on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. The authorities added that work was underway to localise fires at fuel and lubricant warehouses. Dutch officials seize land of Vladimir Putin’s ex-son-in-law. Here are all details about Jorrit Faassen The Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The authorities from the Netherlands' National Office for Serious Fraud, Environmental Crime and Asset Confiscation took action on May 12 in relation to a criminal investigation. Rishi Sunak’s grandfather helped Kenyans stage revolt against British rule: Report The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s grandfather had reportedly helped Kenyan freedom fighters organise a revolt against brutal British rule in the 1950s. As per revelations made by the Daily Mail, Rishi Sunak’s grandfather Ramdas Sunak was involved in training Kenya’s Mau Mau fighters in guerrilla techniques. ‘Is this country under dictatorship?’: Protesting Indian wrestlers charged with rioting, unlawful assembly Top Indian wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi after they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated, on Sunday. In last five years, Chinese courts prosecuted over 8 million people In the last five years, that is 2017-2022, over 8.3 million people have been prosecuted by the Chinese courts, a 12 per cent rise from the corresponding period. The figures released in March by the supreme people’s procuratorate (SPP)— the highest national agency responsible for legal prosecution and prosecutorial investigation in mainland China. Explained | Uganda enacts harsh anti-LGBTQ law, includes death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality’ Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed what might arguably be one of the world’s toughest anti-LGBTQ bills into law on Monday (May 29). The move also comes amid Western condemnation, international criticism, and potential sanctions against the country by aid donors. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez calls for snap elections after heavy loss in regional ballots Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called an early general election for July 23, on Monday (May 29) after his left-wing coalition government suffered heavy losses in the local and regional polls. Greece: New legislative elections to be held on June 25 Greece will be heading for the second round of legislative election on June 25, announced the Greek presidency on Monday. The decision comes after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' New Democracy party managed to trump the opponents in the polls held last week, but fell short of a majority. Delhi: Man stabs minor girl more than 20 times, smashes her 'lifeless' body with stone slab Shocking details have emerged of a brutal murder where a 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a 16-year-old girl in the Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). The man has been identified as Sahil and the girl is said to be his girlfriend. India's growing economic clout powers Dubai's FDI profile to top spot India's rising economic might has given Dubai, one of the richest of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, a key financial dividend in the form of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI). According to a Financial Times-affiliated report by the FDI Markets, India is one of the top five source countries for announced FDI projects and estimated FDI capital in Dubai.

Top 10 world news: Russia strikes hit military facility in Ukraine, protesting Indian wrestlers charged & more

Russian top mercenary&nbsp;Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire. In other news, a day before the current seven-day ceasefire between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF) expires, the United States and Saudi Arabia are seeking an extension. Meanwhile, India has unveiled its new Parliament building that, as per the nation's PM Narendra Modi, is a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Finally, towards the end of today's news brief, we bring you astounding news from outer space and a story&nbsp;on a potential, fresh addition to your bucket list.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chief-warns-kremlin-blanking-him-on-state-media-will-provoke-backlash-597492">Wagner chief warns Kremlin, says blanking him on state media will provoke backlash</a>

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Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday stated that he was convinced that senior officials in the Kremlin had prohibited any coverage of him on state media. He warned that this misleading strategy of withholding information would ultimately end up in a backlash, causing resentment among the Russian people in a matter of months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-conflict-us-saudi-arabia-call-for-extension-of-week-long-imperfect-ceasefire-597531">Sudan conflict: US, Saudi Arabia call for extension of week-long ‘imperfect’ ceasefire</a>

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The United States and Saudi Arabia, on Sunday (May 28) called for an extension of the seven-day ceasefire deal in Sudan, a day prior to its expiration. This comes as there was ease in heavy fighting following the implementation of the Washington and Riyadh&nbsp;brokered ceasefire deal between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-protesting-wrestlers-detained-for-marching-toward-new-parliament-building-597503">India: Protesting wrestlers detained amid march toward new parliament building</a>

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Top Indian wrestlers including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). This comes as they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-elections-erdogan-gives-cash-to-supporters-in-stark-violation-of-turkish-law-597506">Turkey elections: Erdogan gives cash to supporters in stark violation of Turkish law</a>&nbsp;

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Turkey's&nbsp;President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was seen handing out cash to supporters after casting his vote in the runoff vote of the presidential election on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-iran-exchange-heavy-gunfire-on-afghan-border-water-rights-issue-escalates-597522">Taliban, Iran exchange heavy gunfire on Afghan border; water rights issue escalates</a>

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The Taliban and Iranian forces exchanged heavy gunfire on the Afghan border on Saturday (May 27), killing and wounding troops,&nbsp;escalating tension&nbsp;between Kabul and Tehran amid a dispute over water rights. According

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigerians-have-chosen-well-president-muhammudu-buhari-hails-successor-tinubu-597537">'Nigerians have chosen well': President Muhammudu Buhari hails successor Tinubu</a>

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Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, as his last assignment in Abuja's corridors of power, addressed the nation and defended his record on the economy.&nbsp;President Buhari said that he was leaving a legacy of credible and fair voting, and that the country was in a better shape since 2015.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/symbol-of-aspiration-for-140cr-people-indian-pm-modi-during-his-opening-speech-in-new-parliament-597431">'Symbol of aspiration for 140cr people': Indian PM Modi during his opening speech in new parliament</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (May 28) addressed the delegates in the new parliament building, hours after inaugurating it amid much pomp and fanfare. PM Modi said the new parliament was a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-bound-egyptair-flights-tire-bursts-while-landing-major-tragedy-averted-597518">Saudi-bound EgyptAir flight’s tyre bursts while landing, major tragedy averted</a>

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A Saudi Arabia-bound plane from Egypt’s Cairo burst one of its tyres while landing at the destination early on Sunday.&nbsp;The Boeing 738 made a safe landing on the runway and all passengers disembarked the airplane with no injuries reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-james-webb-telescope-spots-saturns-moon-blasting-huge-plumes-of-life-containing-water-into-space-597526">NASA's James Webb Telescope spots Saturn's moon blasting 'huge plumes' of life-containing water into space</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/28/354992-new-wion-2023-05-28t185634991.png?imwidth=1920" />NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has glimpsed the moon spraying a "huge plume" of watery vapour far into space, which researchers believe very likely contains chemical components necessary for life

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/feeling-adventurous-this-restaurant-offers-a-14-legged-deep-sea-dwelling-creature-on-its-menu-597558">Feeling adventurous? This restaurant offers a 14-legged, deep-sea dwelling creature on its menu</a>

Buoy, oh&nbsp;buoy! In Taiwan's Taipei, a restaurant has launched a rather unique dish for those with adventurous tastebuds. On the menu is a giant 14-legged creature that, till last year, wasn't even officially recognised in Taiwan. Click headline&nbsp;for details and pictures of the peculiar dish.

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Russian top mercenary Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire.

Russian top mercenary Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire. In other news, a day before the current seven-day ceasefire between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF) expires, the United States and Saudi Arabia are seeking an extension. Meanwhile, India has unveiled its new Parliament building that, as per the nation's PM Narendra Modi, is a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Finally, towards the end of today's news brief, we bring you astounding news from outer space and a story on a potential, fresh addition to your bucket list. Click on the headlines to read more: Wagner chief warns Kremlin, says blanking him on state media will provoke backlash Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday stated that he was convinced that senior officials in the Kremlin had prohibited any coverage of him on state media. He warned that this misleading strategy of withholding information would ultimately end up in a backlash, causing resentment among the Russian people in a matter of months. Sudan conflict: US, Saudi Arabia call for extension of week-long ‘imperfect’ ceasefire The United States and Saudi Arabia, on Sunday (May 28) called for an extension of the seven-day ceasefire deal in Sudan, a day prior to its expiration. This comes as there was ease in heavy fighting following the implementation of the Washington and Riyadh brokered ceasefire deal between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF). India: Protesting wrestlers detained amid march toward new parliament building Top Indian wrestlers including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). This comes as they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated. Turkey elections: Erdogan gives cash to supporters in stark violation of Turkish law Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was seen handing out cash to supporters after casting his vote in the runoff vote of the presidential election on Sunday. Taliban, Iran exchange heavy gunfire on Afghan border; water rights issue escalates The Taliban and Iranian forces exchanged heavy gunfire on the Afghan border on Saturday (May 27), killing and wounding troops, escalating tension between Kabul and Tehran amid a dispute over water rights. According 'Nigerians have chosen well': President Muhammudu Buhari hails successor Tinubu Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, as his last assignment in Abuja's corridors of power, addressed the nation and defended his record on the economy. President Buhari said that he was leaving a legacy of credible and fair voting, and that the country was in a better shape since 2015. 'Symbol of aspiration for 140cr people': Indian PM Modi during his opening speech in new parliament Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (May 28) addressed the delegates in the new parliament building, hours after inaugurating it amid much pomp and fanfare. PM Modi said the new parliament was a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Saudi-bound EgyptAir flight’s tyre bursts while landing, major tragedy averted A Saudi Arabia-bound plane from Egypt’s Cairo burst one of its tyres while landing at the destination early on Sunday. The Boeing 738 made a safe landing on the runway and all passengers disembarked the airplane with no injuries reported. NASA's James Webb Telescope spots Saturn's moon blasting 'huge plumes' of life-containing water into space NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has glimpsed the moon spraying a "huge plume" of watery vapour far into space, which researchers believe very likely contains chemical components necessary for life Feeling adventurous? This restaurant offers a 14-legged, deep-sea dwelling creature on its menu Buoy, oh buoy! In Taiwan's Taipei, a restaurant has launched a rather unique dish for those with adventurous tastebuds. On the menu is a giant 14-legged creature that, till last year, wasn't even officially recognised in Taiwan. Click headline for details and pictures of the peculiar dish.

Top 10 world news: Wagner chief warns Kremlin, US-Saudi looking to extend Sudan ceasefire, and more

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced&nbsp;its logistics commander&nbsp;Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka&nbsp;"the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job. As per a statement by the&nbsp;Russian defence ministry,&nbsp;Alexei Kuzmenkov will take his place. Meanwhile, amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament has voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin.&nbsp;In other news, in the United States' latest mass shooting, this one at a house party in Mississippi, two high schoolers were killed, while another four are in serious condition and are undergoing treatment for gunshots.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/butcher-of-mariupol-russia-replaces-its-logistics-commander-ahead-of-ukraine-counteroffensive-587606">'Butcher of Mariupol': Russia replaces its logistics commander ahead of Ukraine counteroffensive</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348681-new-wion-6.png?imwidth=1920" />Ahead of an anticipated counter-offensive by Ukraine, the Russian army has replaced its highest-ranking general in charge of logistics. Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev, who is under British sanctions for his role in the siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol — seized by Russia around a year ago — has been replaced by Alexei Kuzmenkov, a former official from the National Guard, according to a statement from the Russian defence ministry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-mercenary-wagner-group-chief-threatens-to-withdraw-troops-from-bakhmut-587545">Russian mercenary Wagner Group chief threatens to withdraw his troops from Bakhmut</a>

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The chief of the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has threatened to withdraw his troops from the besieged Bakhmut city, Ukraine, if Moscow fails to address ammunition supply problems.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-industry-minister-impeached-over-rising-inflation-587580">Iranian industry minister impeached over rising inflation, mismanagement</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/20/339802-khameni.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament on Sunday voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin.&nbsp;Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced the results during a session broadcast live on state television.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-high-school-students-injured-in-shooting-at-house-party-in-mississippi-587554">Two high school students killed, four injured in shooting at house party in Mississippi</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348674-new-wion-5.png?imwidth=1920" />In Mississippi, United States, a house party took a dark turn. Two high school students&nbsp;died, while another four were injured after gunfire erupted during the party. As per a news report in the Biloxi Sun Herald, the six were rushed to the hospital with gunshot wounds, two were reportedly in critical condition, and succumbed to their wounds.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-president-ebrahim-raisi-to-visit-syria-for-very-important-two-day-trip-587531">Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to visit Syria for 'very important' two-day trip</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348644-new-wion-1.png?imwidth=1920" />Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday will travel to the Syrian capital of Damascus for a "very important" two-day visit. As per state media reports, his trip comes at the official invitation of his Syrian counterpart President Bashar al-Assad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-will-launch-counteroffensive-without-western-fighter-aircraft-says-zelensky-587540">Ukraine will launch counteroffensive without Western fighter aircraft, says Zelensky</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348657-untitled-design-2023-04-30t173534763.png?imwidth=1920" />Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday said that they will launch its counter-offensive against the armed forces of Russia even though they have not received Western fighter aircraft.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/red-cross-aids-first-flight-reaches-sudan-as-fighting-intensifies-587576">Red Cross aid's first flight reaches Sudan as fighting intensifies</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348669-untitled-design-2023-04-30t191333174.png?imwidth=1920" />The first flight of the Red Cross&nbsp;carrying humanitarian aid landed in Sudan on Sunday, where deadly clashes between forces of rival generals continued for the third week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-kills-three-before-commiting-suicide-in-portugals-bairro-azul-587582">Man kills three before commiting suicide in Portugal's Bairro Azul</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348671-new-wion-4.png?imwidth=1920" />In Portugal's Setubal, a man shot dead three people before taking his own life. The tragic shooting, according to CNN Portugal, happened around 45 kilometres south of the capital Lisbon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/israel-foreign-minister-eli-cohen-to-visit-india-this-month-to-strengthen-ties-587571">Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen to visit India next month to strengthen ties</a>

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Israel's foreign minister Eli Cohen is set to visit India next month, in what is expected to be a two-day visit starting&nbsp;May 9th. The visit will focus on strengthening ties between the two countries in various areas, including trade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fang-bin-chinese-citizen-journalist-who-reported-on-covid-19-to-be-released-after-3-years-587551">Fang Bin, Chinese 'citizen journalist' who reported on COVID-19 to be released after 3 years</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348663-copy-of-untitled-3.png?imwidth=1920" />Three years after being detained for publishing the videos of overcrowded hospitals and bodies at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, Chinese authorities are preparing to release Fang Bin, the citizen journalist who alerted the world about what was to come.&nbsp;

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced its logistics commander Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka "the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job.

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced its logistics commander Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka "the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job. As per a statement by the Russian defence ministry, Alexei Kuzmenkov will take his place. Meanwhile, amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament has voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin. In other news, in the United States' latest mass shooting, this one at a house party in Mississippi, two high schoolers were killed, while another four are in serious condition and are undergoing treatment for gunshots. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Butcher of Mariupol': Russia replaces its logistics commander ahead of Ukraine counteroffensive Ahead of an anticipated counter-offensive by Ukraine, the Russian army has replaced its highest-ranking general in charge of logistics. Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev, who is under British sanctions for his role in the siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol — seized by Russia around a year ago — has been replaced by Alexei Kuzmenkov, a former official from the National Guard, according to a statement from the Russian defence ministry. Russian mercenary Wagner Group chief threatens to withdraw his troops from Bakhmut The chief of the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has threatened to withdraw his troops from the besieged Bakhmut city, Ukraine, if Moscow fails to address ammunition supply problems. Iranian industry minister impeached over rising inflation, mismanagement Amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament on Sunday voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced the results during a session broadcast live on state television. Two high school students killed, four injured in shooting at house party in Mississippi In Mississippi, United States, a house party took a dark turn. Two high school students died, while another four were injured after gunfire erupted during the party. As per a news report in the Biloxi Sun Herald, the six were rushed to the hospital with gunshot wounds, two were reportedly in critical condition, and succumbed to their wounds. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to visit Syria for 'very important' two-day trip Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday will travel to the Syrian capital of Damascus for a "very important" two-day visit. As per state media reports, his trip comes at the official invitation of his Syrian counterpart President Bashar al-Assad. Ukraine will launch counteroffensive without Western fighter aircraft, says Zelensky Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday said that they will launch its counter-offensive against the armed forces of Russia even though they have not received Western fighter aircraft. Red Cross aid's first flight reaches Sudan as fighting intensifies The first flight of the Red Cross carrying humanitarian aid landed in Sudan on Sunday, where deadly clashes between forces of rival generals continued for the third week. Man kills three before commiting suicide in Portugal's Bairro Azul In Portugal's Setubal, a man shot dead three people before taking his own life. The tragic shooting, according to CNN Portugal, happened around 45 kilometres south of the capital Lisbon. Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen to visit India next month to strengthen ties Israel's foreign minister Eli Cohen is set to visit India next month, in what is expected to be a two-day visit starting May 9th. The visit will focus on strengthening ties between the two countries in various areas, including trade. Fang Bin, Chinese 'citizen journalist' who reported on COVID-19 to be released after 3 years Three years after being detained for publishing the videos of overcrowded hospitals and bodies at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, Chinese authorities are preparing to release Fang Bin, the citizen journalist who alerted the world about what was to come.

Top 10 world news: Russia replaces 'Butcher of Mariupol,' Iran industry minister impeached, and more

India has started 'Operation Kaveri', an evacuation mission to bring back stranded citizens from conflict-torn Sudan. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed about the operation in a tweet on Monday. In other news, a&nbsp;total of 58 people have been reported dead till now in the Kenyan starvation cult. Police discovered more fatalities in the cult that practised starvation on Monday, bringing the toll to 58 from the earlier 51.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/operation-kaveri-india-begins-evacuating-citizens-from-sudan-585686">India begins evacuating citizens from Sudan under 'Operation Kaveri' 
 
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India has started 'Operation Kaveri', an evacuation mission to bring back stranded citizens from conflict-torn Sudan. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed about the operation in a tweet on Monday. Jaishankar wrote that over 500 Indians had reached Port Sudan and more are on their way.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shakahola-cult-deaths-58-bodies-linked-to-kenyan-cult-found-ruto-vows-action-585757">Shakahola cult deaths: 58 bodies linked to Kenyan cult found, Ruto vows action 
 
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A total of 58 people have been reported dead till now in the Kenyan starvation cult. Police discovered more fatalities in the cult that practised starvation on Monday, bringing the toll to 58 from the earlier 51. Officials have been searching a forest near the coastal town of Malindi for days.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-respects-ex-soviet-states-ex-soviet-states-as-sovereign-nations-amid-outrage-585634">China says it 'respects' ex-Soviet states as sovereign nations amid outrage 
 
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China claimed on Monday (April 24) that it respected the "sovereign state status" of all ex-Soviet countries. The remarks came after Ukraine slammed the "absurd" remarks by China’s ambassador to France on ex-Soviet nations, who basically questioned the sovereignty of former Soviet countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/credit-suisse-faced-bank-run-depositors-withdrew-68-billion-ahead-of-ubs-takeover-585655">Credit Suisse faced bank run, depositors withdrew $68 billion ahead of UBS takeover 
 
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Credit Suisse, one of the leading banks in Switzerland, faced a significant bank run ahead of its collapse in March 2023, a Reuters report said on Monday.&nbsp;The Swiss bank announced that it experienced a significant outflow of assets totaling 61 billion Swiss francs ($68 billion) in the first three months of 2023.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-shells-target-in-syria-near-golan-heights-reports-585714">Israel shells target in Syria near Golan Heights: Reports 
 
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According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), a United Kingdom-based monitor in the region, on Monday (April 24) the Israeli army shelled a position belonging to a pro-Iran group, Hezbollah, in southern Syria near the Israel-occupied Golan Heights.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-three-people-injured-after-car-ramming-attack-at-jerusalem-market-driver-neutralised-585725">At least five people injured in suspected car-ramming attack at Jerusalem market; driver 'neutralised' 
 
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At least five&nbsp;people were injured after being&nbsp;hit by a car that ran into a crowd in Jerusalem, said the Israeli officials, on Monday (April 24). The media report citing officials also said that the&nbsp;driver who is suspected of carrying out the car-ramming attack has been "neutralised".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-unrest-live-china-begins-evacuating-its-citizens-in-sudan-585659">Sudan unrest LIVE | UN head of mission in Sudan to stay in country despite fighting 
 
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Amid the ongoing fighting in Sudan as most countries are scrambling to evacuate their citizens. The United Nations, on Monday, said their head of mission Volker Perthes will remain in Khartoum.&nbsp; Around 700 UN staff, aid workers, diplomats and their families had reached Port Sudan for evacuation, said the UN, in a statement.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-months-into-2023-china-approves-record-coal-burning-plants-despite-pledge-to-reduce-emissions-585732">Three months into 2023, China approves record coal burning plants despite pledge to reduce emissions 
 
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Despite its pledge to reduce emissions from fossil fuels, China as per Greenland has this year approved a major surge in coal power. The jump in approval of coal-powered power plants has sparked concerns that China, which happens to be the world's second-largest economy and also globally the biggest emitter of the greenhouse gases driving climate change, will backtrack on its climate goals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-china-steps-up-threats-australia-unveils-biggest-defence-reform-since-world-war-ii-585568">As China steps up threats, Australia unveils biggest defence reform since World War II 
 
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In response to China's growing military prowess, Australia on Monday unveiled a strategic review of its defence forces, the biggest since World War II, which will further enhance its long-range strike capabilities.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fresh-attack-in-burkina-faso-leaves-60-civilians-dead-585641">Fresh attack in Burkina Faso leaves 60 civilians dead 
 
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A local prosecutor in Burkina Faso, Lamine Kabore, said Sunday that people wearing the uniforms of the Burkinabe armed forces killed around 60 civilians on Friday. An investigation into the killings has been launched, he said. The attack was reported from the village of Karma in Yatenga province in the borderlands near Mali.

India has started 'Operation Kaveri', an evacuation mission to bring back stranded citizens from conflict-torn Sudan. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed about the operation in a tweet on Monday.

India has started 'Operation Kaveri', an evacuation mission to bring back stranded citizens from conflict-torn Sudan. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed about the operation in a tweet on Monday. In other news, a total of 58 people have been reported dead till now in the Kenyan starvation cult. Police discovered more fatalities in the cult that practised starvation on Monday, bringing the toll to 58 from the earlier 51. Click on the headlines to read more: India begins evacuating citizens from Sudan under 'Operation Kaveri' India has started 'Operation Kaveri', an evacuation mission to bring back stranded citizens from conflict-torn Sudan. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed about the operation in a tweet on Monday. Jaishankar wrote that over 500 Indians had reached Port Sudan and more are on their way. Shakahola cult deaths: 58 bodies linked to Kenyan cult found, Ruto vows action A total of 58 people have been reported dead till now in the Kenyan starvation cult. Police discovered more fatalities in the cult that practised starvation on Monday, bringing the toll to 58 from the earlier 51. Officials have been searching a forest near the coastal town of Malindi for days. China says it 'respects' ex-Soviet states as sovereign nations amid outrage China claimed on Monday (April 24) that it respected the "sovereign state status" of all ex-Soviet countries. The remarks came after Ukraine slammed the "absurd" remarks by China’s ambassador to France on ex-Soviet nations, who basically questioned the sovereignty of former Soviet countries. Credit Suisse faced bank run, depositors withdrew $68 billion ahead of UBS takeover Credit Suisse, one of the leading banks in Switzerland, faced a significant bank run ahead of its collapse in March 2023, a Reuters report said on Monday. The Swiss bank announced that it experienced a significant outflow of assets totaling 61 billion Swiss francs ($68 billion) in the first three months of 2023. Israel shells target in Syria near Golan Heights: Reports According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), a United Kingdom-based monitor in the region, on Monday (April 24) the Israeli army shelled a position belonging to a pro-Iran group, Hezbollah, in southern Syria near the Israel-occupied Golan Heights. At least five people injured in suspected car-ramming attack at Jerusalem market; driver 'neutralised' At least five people were injured after being hit by a car that ran into a crowd in Jerusalem, said the Israeli officials, on Monday (April 24). The media report citing officials also said that the driver who is suspected of carrying out the car-ramming attack has been "neutralised". Sudan unrest LIVE | UN head of mission in Sudan to stay in country despite fighting Amid the ongoing fighting in Sudan as most countries are scrambling to evacuate their citizens. The United Nations, on Monday, said their head of mission Volker Perthes will remain in Khartoum. Around 700 UN staff, aid workers, diplomats and their families had reached Port Sudan for evacuation, said the UN, in a statement. Three months into 2023, China approves record coal burning plants despite pledge to reduce emissions Despite its pledge to reduce emissions from fossil fuels, China as per Greenland has this year approved a major surge in coal power. The jump in approval of coal-powered power plants has sparked concerns that China, which happens to be the world's second-largest economy and also globally the biggest emitter of the greenhouse gases driving climate change, will backtrack on its climate goals. As China steps up threats, Australia unveils biggest defence reform since World War II In response to China's growing military prowess, Australia on Monday unveiled a strategic review of its defence forces, the biggest since World War II, which will further enhance its long-range strike capabilities. Fresh attack in Burkina Faso leaves 60 civilians dead A local prosecutor in Burkina Faso, Lamine Kabore, said Sunday that people wearing the uniforms of the Burkinabe armed forces killed around 60 civilians on Friday. An investigation into the killings has been launched, he said. The attack was reported from the village of Karma in Yatenga province in the borderlands near Mali.

Top 10 world news: India begins evacuating citizens from Sudan, 58 bodies linked to Kenyan cult found & more

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest&nbsp;were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday. In other news, former US president Donald Trump may soon be branded with the title 'rapist,' as the civil trial in which columnist and author&nbsp;E Jean Carroll accuses him of sexual assault begins this week.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-looks-set-to-launch-a-spring-counteroffensive-washington-based-think-tank-says-585463">Ukraine looks set to launch a spring counteroffensive, Washington-based think tank says</a> 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347296-untitled-design-2023-04-23t214206985.png?imwidth=1920" />An analysis of the position of Ukrainian troops suggests that Kyiv's much-awaited spring counteroffensive might begin soon. The troops are positioned on the eastern side of the Dnieper River, an early indication of the counter-offensive, a Washington-based think tank said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-launches-overnight-strikes-on-ukraine-kharkiv-odesa-zaporizhzhia-among-hit-585424">Russia launches overnight strikes on Ukraine; Kharkiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia among hit</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347277-untitled-design-2023-04-23t195846926.png?imwidth=1920" />Russia bombarded Ukrainian towns and cities overnight Saturday into Sunday, Ukrainian officials said. Regions that were attacked with missiles, artillery and drones included Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest, according to the officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-wont-forgetnot-forgive-moscow-fumes-after-us-denies-visas-to-russian-journalists-for-un-visit-585449">‘We will not forgive’: Moscow fumes after US allegedly denied visas to Russian journalists for UN visit</a>

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Russian officials, said visas were never issued for their country’s media representatives who were supposed to accompany the foreign minister for the upcoming United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting in New York, United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-envoy-questions-sovereignty-of-former-soviet-countries-leaves-france-others-dismayed-585352">Chinese ambassador questions sovereignty of former Soviet countries; France, Ukraine, Baltic nations dismayed</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347245-wion-images-2023-04-23t164843119.png?imwidth=1920" />China’s ambassador to France has sparked anger and dismay among eastern European countries after questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet countries including Ukraine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-may-soon-carry-title-of-rapist-585405">Donald Trump may soon carry title of 'rapist'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347264-new-wion-3.png?imwidth=1920" />Donald Trump may soon have another 'title' added to his name, that of a rapist. This week, former advice columnist and author E Jean Carroll will finally get her chance to speak in court about the alleged ordeal she had to bear at the hands of the former US president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-to-execute-man-over-1-kg-of-cannabis-family-pleads-for-clemency-585425">Singapore to execute man over 1 kg of cannabis, family pleads for clemency</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347278-wion-images-2023-04-23t195807588.png?imwidth=1920" />A 46-year-old Singaporean man will be hanged next week over one kilogram of cannabis in what will be the first execution of the city-state in nearly six months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pence-may-join-presidential-nomination-race-before-late-june-585445">Mike Pence may join presidential nomination race before 'late June'</a>

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Former US vice president Mike Pence is still non-committal on joining the presidential nomination race. During an interview, Pence said if he was to jump into the primaries, it would be before 'late June' this year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-israelis-protest-against-judicial-overhaul-ahead-of-independence-day-585296">Thousands of Israelis protest against judicial overhaul ahead of independence day</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347217-untitled-design-2023-04-23t144528843.png?imwidth=1920" />Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to protest against the judicial overhaul plan of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which will tighten the government's control on the Supreme Court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/study-finds-that-medias-climate-crisis-coverage-sparks-fear-and-favours-avoidance-585451">Study finds that media's climate crisis coverage sparks fear and favours avoidance</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347289-new-wion-4.png?imwidth=1920" />A study has revealed that the media's coverage of climate research is, to a large extent, carried out in a way that doesn't provoke action. It claims that the media coverage doesn't inspire the pro-environmental behaviours needed to address the problem.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/are-men-responsible-for-motherhood-on-ice-aka-women-freezing-their-eggs-585342">Are men responsible for 'Motherhood on Ice' a.k.a., women freezing their eggs?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347242-new-wion-1.png?imwidth=1920" />Oöcyte cryopreservation or women electing to "freeze their eggs," is in trend these days. But is it actually a trend&nbsp;or even "a calculated act by women to hack their fertility" by extending their "ticking clocks" using medical intervention?&nbsp;

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday.

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday. In other news, former US president Donald Trump may soon be branded with the title 'rapist,' as the civil trial in which columnist and author E Jean Carroll accuses him of sexual assault begins this week. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine looks set to launch a spring counteroffensive, Washington-based think tank says An analysis of the position of Ukrainian troops suggests that Kyiv's much-awaited spring counteroffensive might begin soon. The troops are positioned on the eastern side of the Dnieper River, an early indication of the counter-offensive, a Washington-based think tank said. Russia launches overnight strikes on Ukraine; Kharkiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia among hit Russia bombarded Ukrainian towns and cities overnight Saturday into Sunday, Ukrainian officials said. Regions that were attacked with missiles, artillery and drones included Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest, according to the officials. ‘We will not forgive’: Moscow fumes after US allegedly denied visas to Russian journalists for UN visit Russian officials, said visas were never issued for their country’s media representatives who were supposed to accompany the foreign minister for the upcoming United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting in New York, United States. Chinese ambassador questions sovereignty of former Soviet countries; France, Ukraine, Baltic nations dismayed China’s ambassador to France has sparked anger and dismay among eastern European countries after questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet countries including Ukraine. Donald Trump may soon carry title of 'rapist' Donald Trump may soon have another 'title' added to his name, that of a rapist. This week, former advice columnist and author E Jean Carroll will finally get her chance to speak in court about the alleged ordeal she had to bear at the hands of the former US president. Singapore to execute man over 1 kg of cannabis, family pleads for clemency A 46-year-old Singaporean man will be hanged next week over one kilogram of cannabis in what will be the first execution of the city-state in nearly six months. Mike Pence may join presidential nomination race before 'late June' Former US vice president Mike Pence is still non-committal on joining the presidential nomination race. During an interview, Pence said if he was to jump into the primaries, it would be before 'late June' this year. Thousands of Israelis protest against judicial overhaul ahead of independence day Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to protest against the judicial overhaul plan of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which will tighten the government's control on the Supreme Court. Study finds that media's climate crisis coverage sparks fear and favours avoidance A study has revealed that the media's coverage of climate research is, to a large extent, carried out in a way that doesn't provoke action. It claims that the media coverage doesn't inspire the pro-environmental behaviours needed to address the problem. Are men responsible for 'Motherhood on Ice' a.k.a., women freezing their eggs? Oöcyte cryopreservation or women electing to "freeze their eggs," is in trend these days. But is it actually a trend or even "a calculated act by women to hack their fertility" by extending their "ticking clocks" using medical intervention?

Top 10 world news: Ukraine's counteroffensive operation, Donald Trump's civil rape trial, and more

In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically. In other news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who visited neighbour and ally Poland, was given the nation's highest honour. During Zelensky's visit, Polish president Andrzej Duda said that if the need arises, the nation will give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". China has meanwhile potentially&nbsp;violated a bilateral pact with the Vatican and appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost Catholic institution in the world.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-preschool-attack-leaves-four-children-dead-one-critically-injured-579473">Brazil preschool attack leaves four children dead, injures four others</a>

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An attack on a preschool in Brazil left four children dead early Wednesday, the country's military police confirmed. A fifth child was injured and is said to be in critical condition. Three others were also wounded in the attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-arrives-in-poland-honoured-with-nations-highest-order-called-the-order-of-white-eagle-579453">In Poland, Zelensky receives highest honour and a promise involving Warsaw's remaining fleet of MiG-29</a>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday&nbsp;arrived in Poland where he&nbsp;met with the nation's President Andrzej Duda, who honoured him with the order.&nbsp;Following the meeting, the two leaders held a press conference where Duda said that Poland will, if the need arises, give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/genesis-market-famous-cybercrime-website-shut-down-amid-global-law-enforcement-crackdown-579503">Genesis Market: Famous cybercrime website shut down amid global law enforcement crackdown</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/12/278699-untitled-design-19.png?imwidth=1920" />A global law enforcement effort has resulted in the closure of one of the largest black markets in the world wherein internet fraudsters could purchase credentials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finlands-outgoing-pm-sanna-marin-steps-down-as-party-leader-579476">Finland's outgoing PM Sanna Marin steps down as party leader</a>

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Sanna Marin, the outgoing prime minister of Finland, said on Wednesday that she would step down as the head of the Social Democratic Party at the upcoming party congress in the fall.&nbsp;She expressed the hope that doing so would allow her to&nbsp;“to open a new page in my own life.”&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-unilaterally-appoints-bishop-to-shanghai-violates-the-secret-pact-once-again-579502">China unilaterally appoints bishop to Shanghai, violates the secret pact once again</a>

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The Vatican on Tuesday said China had appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost catholic institution in the world. The Holy See (the government of the Roman Catholic Church) was informed about the decision a 'few days ago' which is being seen as a violation of a bilateral pact between the two countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-eight-years-hiatus-iran-appoints-ambassador-to-uae-579472">After eight-year hiatus, Iran appoints ambassador to UAE</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/20/339804-diwcdkpyanncrntonmh6iphdsq.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Iran on Tuesday (April 4) named an ambassador to the United Arab Emirates after nearly eight years, a development which was indicative of further thaw in relations with the Gulf Arab states.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drone-attack-on-iranian-defence-ministry-complex-foiled-report-579499">Drone attack on Iranian defence ministry complex foiled: Report</a>

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Iran repelled a drone attack on a defence ministry complex in the city of Isfahan overnight, said Iranian Tasnim news agency on Wednesday (April 5). However, the government said that confirming the report required further investigation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/australian-mayor-threatens-to-sue-openai-over-false-chatgpt-content-579443">Australian mayor threatens to sue OpenAI over false ChatGPT content</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/05/343451-the-battle-for-kyiv-12.png?imwidth=1920" />Japan announced on Wednesday (April 5) that it would provide financial support&nbsp;to help nations strengthen their defences, marking the country's first radical departure from the regulations preventing using foreign aid for military objectives.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-study-sheds-light-on-our-bad-romance-with-earworms-heres-why-that-tune-is-stuck-in-your-head-579490">Study sheds light on our 'Bad Romance' with 'earworms'; here's why that tune is stuck in your head</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/05/343464-new-wion-34.png?imwidth=1920" />We've all been there. You&nbsp;have a song you can't get out of your head, maybe you hate it, but you still find yourself humming its tune. Why does this happen? Turns out there's science behind this. A new study has revealed the science behind earworms and has even come up with a way you can kick them out of your head.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;US House speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan President Tsai in California

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In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically.

In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically. In other news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who visited neighbour and ally Poland, was given the nation's highest honour. During Zelensky's visit, Polish president Andrzej Duda said that if the need arises, the nation will give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". China has meanwhile potentially violated a bilateral pact with the Vatican and appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost Catholic institution in the world. Click on the headlines to read more: Brazil preschool attack leaves four children dead, injures four others An attack on a preschool in Brazil left four children dead early Wednesday, the country's military police confirmed. A fifth child was injured and is said to be in critical condition. Three others were also wounded in the attack. In Poland, Zelensky receives highest honour and a promise involving Warsaw's remaining fleet of MiG-29 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday arrived in Poland where he met with the nation's President Andrzej Duda, who honoured him with the order. Following the meeting, the two leaders held a press conference where Duda said that Poland will, if the need arises, give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". Genesis Market: Famous cybercrime website shut down amid global law enforcement crackdown A global law enforcement effort has resulted in the closure of one of the largest black markets in the world wherein internet fraudsters could purchase credentials. Finland's outgoing PM Sanna Marin steps down as party leader Sanna Marin, the outgoing prime minister of Finland, said on Wednesday that she would step down as the head of the Social Democratic Party at the upcoming party congress in the fall. She expressed the hope that doing so would allow her to “to open a new page in my own life.” China unilaterally appoints bishop to Shanghai, violates the secret pact once again The Vatican on Tuesday said China had appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost catholic institution in the world. The Holy See (the government of the Roman Catholic Church) was informed about the decision a 'few days ago' which is being seen as a violation of a bilateral pact between the two countries. After eight-year hiatus, Iran appoints ambassador to UAE Iran on Tuesday (April 4) named an ambassador to the United Arab Emirates after nearly eight years, a development which was indicative of further thaw in relations with the Gulf Arab states. Drone attack on Iranian defence ministry complex foiled: Report Iran repelled a drone attack on a defence ministry complex in the city of Isfahan overnight, said Iranian Tasnim news agency on Wednesday (April 5). However, the government said that confirming the report required further investigation. Australian mayor threatens to sue OpenAI over false ChatGPT content Japan announced on Wednesday (April 5) that it would provide financial support to help nations strengthen their defences, marking the country's first radical departure from the regulations preventing using foreign aid for military objectives. Study sheds light on our 'Bad Romance' with 'earworms'; here's why that tune is stuck in your head We've all been there. You have a song you can't get out of your head, maybe you hate it, but you still find yourself humming its tune. Why does this happen? Turns out there's science behind this. A new study has revealed the science behind earworms and has even come up with a way you can kick them out of your head. Watch | US House speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan President Tsai in California

Top 10 world news: Brazil preschool attack, Volodymyr Zelensky's Poland visit, and more

Vladimir Putin's levelling of accusations on the West reached a new level on Sunday when the Russian President accused the West of creating WWII-like alliances. He alleged the US and the NATO are starting to build a new "axis". This comes a day after Putin announced he would deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus, a move that received widespread condemnation from all western quarters. Ukraine demanded an emergency UNSC meeting over Russia's decision.&nbsp;

In other events, a group advocating good governance urged Israel's Supreme Court on Sunday to penalise Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his planned judicial reform legislation, which has sparked protracted demonstrations around the nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-russia-and-china-not-creating-military-alliance-accuses-west-of-starting-to-build-new-axis-575891">Putin says Russia and China not creating military alliance; accuses West of building WWII-like axis</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview that Moscow and Beijing are not creating any military alliance. Putin further said that both nations don't have anything to hide in terms of their military cooperation and claimed that Russia does not threaten any countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-wants-urgent-unsc-meet-over-russian-nuke-plans-in-belarus-575917">Ukraine wants urgent UNSC meet over Russia’s nuke deployment plans in Belarus</a> 
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Ukraine on Sunday (March 26) called for convening an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) over Russia's decision to station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus. Kyiv has already said that Belarus has been held 'hostage' by Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/israeli-group-asks-court-to-punish-netanyahu-over-proposed-legal-plan-pm-given-a-week-to-respond-575914">Israeli group asks court to punish Netanyahu over proposed legal plan; PM given a week to respond</a> 
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A good governance group called Movement for Quality Government in Israel (MQG), on Sunday (March 26) asked the country’s Supreme Court to punish Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his proposed judicial reform bills which have led to widespread protests across the country for weeks now. Subsequently, the Israeli PM was given a week to respond to the petition filed by the group, ruled the Israeli&nbsp;high court on Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/khalistan-hooligans-attack-journalist-in-washington-indian-mission-deems-it-grave-unwarranted-575814">‘Khalistan’ hooligans attack journalist in Washington; Indian mission deems it ‘grave, unwarranted’</a> 
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Indian embassy in Washington strongly reacted against a physical attack faced by a Press Trust of India journalist while covering a demonstration by the&nbsp;supporters of a died-down separatist movement in North Indian state of Punjab.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-two-dead-after-shooting-in-hamburg-probe-on-575865">Germany: Two dead after shooting in Hamburg, probe on</a> 
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The German Police said on Sunday (March 26) that two men died after a shooting late Saturday in the port city of Hamburg. The police added they had concluded an initial response and were now investigating the incident. According to the prosecutor's office in Hamburg, one of the dead was believed to be the alleged shooter, a report by DW said, adding the shooter fired several shots at the other man before turning the gun on himself.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-perseverance-rover-sends-eerie-photo-of-dawn-on-mars-575949">NASA's Perseverance rover sends eerie photo of dawn on Mars</a> 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/26/341166-nasa-mars.jpg?imwidth=1920" />

It's just before sunrise. Sunrays have gently started piercing the distant atmosphere and clouds are seen moving in the early light. This can well be any morning right here on Earth. But thanks to NASA, we have been able to describe few moments taking place millions of miles away on Mars.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-highways-infrastructure-to-match-us-by-2024-says-road-transport-and-highways-minister-575920">India's highways infrastructure to match US by 2024, says road transport and highways minister</a> 
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India's Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the nation's highways infrastructure will match that of the United States by 2024.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-sharif-criticises-president-alvi-for-partisan-attitude-575958">Pakistan PM Sharif criticises Pres Alvi for being 'blatantly partisan'; calls his letter a PTI 'press release'</a> 
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In a strongly worded letter Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Sunday (March 26) responded to President Dr Arif Alvi’s letter which was sent to him two days ago. The PM said that the president’s letter was “blatantly partisan” and in parts read like “a press release” of the opposition political party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jonathan-majors-arrested-on-assault-charge-in-new-york-575760">Jonathan Majors arrested on assault charge in New York</a> 
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American actor Jonathan Majors, who first rose to prominence after starring in the independent feature film&nbsp;The Last Black Man&nbsp;in San Francisco, was arrested in New York on Saturday. According to authorities, he is facing charges of strangulation, assault and harassment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gold-medals-rain-for-indian-boxers-in-world-championships-as-lovlina-borgohain-clinches-maiden-top-prize-575963">Gold medals rain for Indian boxers in World Championships as Lovlina Borgohain clinches maiden top prize</a> 
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Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain wins her maiden gold medal in the ongoing 2023 IBA Women's World Boxing Championship in New Delhi on Sunday. She defeated Australia's Caitlin Anne Parker 5-2 in the 75 kg category to add another medal to her tally of two bronze medals.

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Vladimir Putin's levelling of accusations on the West reached a new level on Sunday when the Russian President accused the West of creating WWII-like alliances. He alleged the US and the NATO are starting to build a new "axis".

Vladimir Putin's levelling of accusations on the West reached a new level on Sunday when the Russian President accused the West of creating WWII-like alliances. He alleged the US and the NATO are starting to build a new "axis". This comes a day after Putin announced he would deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus, a move that received widespread condemnation from all western quarters. Ukraine demanded an emergency UNSC meeting over Russia's decision. In other events, a group advocating good governance urged Israel's Supreme Court on Sunday to penalise Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his planned judicial reform legislation, which has sparked protracted demonstrations around the nation. Putin says Russia and China not creating military alliance; accuses West of building WWII-like axis Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview that Moscow and Beijing are not creating any military alliance. Putin further said that both nations don't have anything to hide in terms of their military cooperation and claimed that Russia does not threaten any countries. Ukraine wants urgent UNSC meet over Russia’s nuke deployment plans in Belarus Ukraine on Sunday (March 26) called for convening an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) over Russia's decision to station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus. Kyiv has already said that Belarus has been held 'hostage' by Russia. Israeli group asks court to punish Netanyahu over proposed legal plan; PM given a week to respond A good governance group called Movement for Quality Government in Israel (MQG), on Sunday (March 26) asked the country’s Supreme Court to punish Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his proposed judicial reform bills which have led to widespread protests across the country for weeks now. Subsequently, the Israeli PM was given a week to respond to the petition filed by the group, ruled the Israeli high court on Sunday. ‘Khalistan’ hooligans attack journalist in Washington; Indian mission deems it ‘grave, unwarranted’ Indian embassy in Washington strongly reacted against a physical attack faced by a Press Trust of India journalist while covering a demonstration by the supporters of a died-down separatist movement in North Indian state of Punjab. Germany: Two dead after shooting in Hamburg, probe on The German Police said on Sunday (March 26) that two men died after a shooting late Saturday in the port city of Hamburg. The police added they had concluded an initial response and were now investigating the incident. According to the prosecutor's office in Hamburg, one of the dead was believed to be the alleged shooter, a report by DW said, adding the shooter fired several shots at the other man before turning the gun on himself. NASA's Perseverance rover sends eerie photo of dawn on Mars It's just before sunrise. Sunrays have gently started piercing the distant atmosphere and clouds are seen moving in the early light. This can well be any morning right here on Earth. But thanks to NASA, we have been able to describe few moments taking place millions of miles away on Mars. India's highways infrastructure to match US by 2024, says road transport and highways minister India's Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the nation's highways infrastructure will match that of the United States by 2024. Pakistan PM Sharif criticises Pres Alvi for being 'blatantly partisan'; calls his letter a PTI 'press release' In a strongly worded letter Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Sunday (March 26) responded to President Dr Arif Alvi’s letter which was sent to him two days ago. The PM said that the president’s letter was “blatantly partisan” and in parts read like “a press release” of the opposition political party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Jonathan Majors arrested on assault charge in New York American actor Jonathan Majors, who first rose to prominence after starring in the independent feature film The Last Black Man in San Francisco, was arrested in New York on Saturday. According to authorities, he is facing charges of strangulation, assault and harassment. Gold medals rain for Indian boxers in World Championships as Lovlina Borgohain clinches maiden top prize Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain wins her maiden gold medal in the ongoing 2023 IBA Women's World Boxing Championship in New Delhi on Sunday. She defeated Australia's Caitlin Anne Parker 5-2 in the 75 kg category to add another medal to her tally of two bronze medals.

Top 10 world news: Putin accuses West of creating WWII-like alliances, and more

North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as&nbsp;India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting. Meanwhile, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan along with at least three close aides was booked with charges of murder and terrorism on Thursday, a day after a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party died amid the use of force by police to disperse a PTI rally in Lahore. Finally, we also bring you live updates from the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-fires-short-range-ballistic-missile-says-south-korean-military-570253">N Korea has fired short-range ballistic missile, says South Korean military</a>

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The missile landed in the western waters of the Korean peninsula. According to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the ballistic missile was fired from an area around the western coastal city of Nampo.

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Early morning missile strikes were reported from Odesa on Thursday, with the region's energy infrastructure hit. The attacks also damaged residential buildings, Maxim Marchenko, head of the Odesa regional military administration, said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview that he won't meet Russian President Vladimir Putin till his forces leave Ukraine&nbsp;as he doesn't trust him.&nbsp;

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The development occurred after the Lahore Police claimed that two deputy superintendents of police (DSPs), one station house officer (SHO) and eight constables were injured while maintaining the law and order at Imran Khan's rally on Thursday.

Addressing a Press Conference on Thursday, Imran Khan hailed the deceased PTI worker as a "special child" and a "passionate worker".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-has-stolen-us-military-data-to-develop-more-advanced-fifth-generation-jet-f-20-claims-experts-570295">China stole US military data to develop more advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20, claim experts</a>

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China now has an advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20 because it&nbsp;copied&nbsp;US military tech and could pose&nbsp;more challenges for the American military in future if necessary steps aren't taken to safeguard weapon information, US defence experts claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-host-sco-chief-justice-meet-from-10-11-march-pakistan-only-virtual-attendee-570243">Pakistan to skip India-chaired SCO Chief Justice meet</a>

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&nbsp;The meeting comes given India is the chair of the grouping &amp; as a protocol, extended invite to all the members of the grouping. The 20-year-old group has members from Russia, India, China, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-all-set-to-move-its-capital-from-jakarta-to-borneo-environmentalists-raise-concern-570336">Indonesia all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo, environmentalists raise concern</a>

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Indonesia is all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo over environmental issues such as it being congested, sinking into seawater, and being prone to earthquakes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tunisia-boat-tragedy-14-people-from-sub-saharan-africa-drown-off-the-coast-54-rescued-570309">Tunisia boat tragedy: 14 people from sub-Saharan Africa drown off the coast, 54 rescued</a>

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Fourteen migrants from sub-Saharan Africa have drowned off the coast of Tunisia, the coastguard said on Thursday. The Tunisian authorities said that they discovered a sunken boat from which they rescued 54 people of various sub-Saharan African nationalities. The authorities recovered 14 dead bodies from the spot.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-protests-labour-union-says-it-has-cut-power-to-paris-olympics-sites-570274">France protests: Labour union says it has cut power to Paris Olympics sites</a>

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French labour union said on Thursday that they have&nbsp;cut the power to Paris 2024 Olympic building sites, news agency AFP reported. The development comes after the French&nbsp;senate on Thursday voted to raise the retirement age by two years to 64, in the face of strong opposition from labour unions.

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North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting.

North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting. Meanwhile, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan along with at least three close aides was booked with charges of murder and terrorism on Thursday, a day after a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party died amid the use of force by police to disperse a PTI rally in Lahore. Finally, we also bring you live updates from the Ukraine war. Click on the news headline to read more: N Korea has fired short-range ballistic missile, says South Korean military The missile landed in the western waters of the Korean peninsula. According to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the ballistic missile was fired from an area around the western coastal city of Nampo. Ukraine war LIVE | Ukraine says power restored to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant Early morning missile strikes were reported from Odesa on Thursday, with the region's energy infrastructure hit. The attacks also damaged residential buildings, Maxim Marchenko, head of the Odesa regional military administration, said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview that he won't meet Russian President Vladimir Putin till his forces leave Ukraine as he doesn't trust him. Shot, snubbed, soon-to-be jailed? Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan says he will be arrested and 'sent to Balochistan' The development occurred after the Lahore Police claimed that two deputy superintendents of police (DSPs), one station house officer (SHO) and eight constables were injured while maintaining the law and order at Imran Khan's rally on Thursday. Addressing a Press Conference on Thursday, Imran Khan hailed the deceased PTI worker as a "special child" and a "passionate worker". China stole US military data to develop more advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20, claim experts China now has an advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20 because it copied US military tech and could pose more challenges for the American military in future if necessary steps aren't taken to safeguard weapon information, US defence experts claimed. Pakistan to skip India-chaired SCO Chief Justice meet The meeting comes given India is the chair of the grouping & as a protocol, extended invite to all the members of the grouping. The 20-year-old group has members from Russia, India, China, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Indonesia all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo, environmentalists raise concern Indonesia is all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo over environmental issues such as it being congested, sinking into seawater, and being prone to earthquakes. Tunisia boat tragedy: 14 people from sub-Saharan Africa drown off the coast, 54 rescued Fourteen migrants from sub-Saharan Africa have drowned off the coast of Tunisia, the coastguard said on Thursday. The Tunisian authorities said that they discovered a sunken boat from which they rescued 54 people of various sub-Saharan African nationalities. The authorities recovered 14 dead bodies from the spot. France protests: Labour union says it has cut power to Paris Olympics sites French labour union said on Thursday that they have cut the power to Paris 2024 Olympic building sites, news agency AFP reported. The development comes after the French senate on Thursday voted to raise the retirement age by two years to 64, in the face of strong opposition from labour unions. Watch |Nepal presidential polls 2023 Watch | Lahore HC overturns PEMRA ban against Imran Khan | WION Dispatch

Top 10 world news: North Korea fires another missile, Ukraine war updates, and more

UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news,&nbsp;a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13. Finally, we bring you the latest updates from the Bangladesh blast&nbsp;and protests in France.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-home-secretary-suella-braverman-lays-down-governments-illegal-migration-bill-before-house-of-commons-569591">UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman lays down Illegal Migration Bill before House of Commons</a>

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This comes as the UK is mooting ways to deal with the issue of illegal immigrants crossing from the English Channel in small boats. Braverman while addressing the House of Commons expressed her apprehensions around the illegal migrants trickling down on UK shores.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-secretary-lloyd-austin-visits-iraq-vows-defence-support-against-daesh-569575">US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, vows defence support against Daesh</a>

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With an aim to repair the relations which were impeded during the US invasion 20 years ago, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin paid a surprise visit to Iraq on Tuesday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-explosion-live-updates-blast-in-dhakas-gulistan-claimed-11-lives-100-injured-569625">Bangladesh Explosion LIVE UPDATES: Blast in Dhaka’s Gulistan kills at least 15, injures 100</a>

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Some passengers on board a local bus which was standing right next to the building where the blast was reported, have been injured. Several pedestrians were injured too. Dhaka Medical College struggled to cope up with the pressure of the incoming passengers as more than 100 were injured.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-protests-live-macrons-pension-reforms-brings-country-to-standstill-train-services-cancelled-569563">France protests LIVE: Macron's pension reforms bring country to standstill, high turnout for protests in Paris</a>

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The trade union strikes which started in mid-January after President Emmanuel Macron's pension reforms continued on Tuesday with no signs to die down anytime soon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-court-suspends-pak-ex-pm-imran-khans-arrest-warrants-till-march-13-in-toshakhana-case-569666">Islamabad court suspends Pak ex-PM Imran Khan's arrest warrants till March 13 in Toshakhana case</a>

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According to Dawn, Chief Justice Aamer Farooq announced the verdict around 6 pm and directed the 70-year-old leader to appear before the district and sessions court on March 13.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-syria-earthquake-un-estimates-damages-of-over-100-billion-569631">Turkey-Syria earthquake: UN estimates damages of over $100 billion</a>

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The United Nations said Tuesday (March 7) that the damage caused by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria last month has been assessed at over $100 billion for Turkey alone.

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A California couple on their honeymoon in Hawaii filed a USD5 million lawsuit against a snorkelling firm after they claimed to have been abandoned&nbsp;in the water for almost an hour.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bjps-ravi-shankar-prasad-slams-rahul-gandhi-for-seeking-foreign-intervention-569665">India: BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Rahul Gandhi for ‘seeking foreign intervention’</a>

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Federal Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'shaming' India's democracy, polity, parliament, judicial system, and security 'for seeking foreign intervention' on Tuesday (March 7).&nbsp;

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UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news, a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13.

UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news, a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13. Finally, we bring you the latest updates from the Bangladesh blast and protests in France. Click on the headlines to read more: UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman lays down Illegal Migration Bill before House of Commons This comes as the UK is mooting ways to deal with the issue of illegal immigrants crossing from the English Channel in small boats. Braverman while addressing the House of Commons expressed her apprehensions around the illegal migrants trickling down on UK shores. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, vows defence support against Daesh With an aim to repair the relations which were impeded during the US invasion 20 years ago, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin paid a surprise visit to Iraq on Tuesday. Bangladesh Explosion LIVE UPDATES: Blast in Dhaka’s Gulistan kills at least 15, injures 100 Some passengers on board a local bus which was standing right next to the building where the blast was reported, have been injured. Several pedestrians were injured too. Dhaka Medical College struggled to cope up with the pressure of the incoming passengers as more than 100 were injured. France protests LIVE: Macron's pension reforms bring country to standstill, high turnout for protests in Paris The trade union strikes which started in mid-January after President Emmanuel Macron's pension reforms continued on Tuesday with no signs to die down anytime soon. Islamabad court suspends Pak ex-PM Imran Khan's arrest warrants till March 13 in Toshakhana case According to Dawn, Chief Justice Aamer Farooq announced the verdict around 6 pm and directed the 70-year-old leader to appear before the district and sessions court on March 13. Turkey-Syria earthquake: UN estimates damages of over $100 billion The United Nations said Tuesday (March 7) that the damage caused by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria last month has been assessed at over $100 billion for Turkey alone. US: Couple sues snorkeling company of $5 million for abandoning them in the middle of the ocean A California couple on their honeymoon in Hawaii filed a USD5 million lawsuit against a snorkelling firm after they claimed to have been abandoned in the water for almost an hour. India: BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Rahul Gandhi for ‘seeking foreign intervention’ Federal Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'shaming' India's democracy, polity, parliament, judicial system, and security 'for seeking foreign intervention' on Tuesday (March 7). Watch | Four American citizens travelling to Mexico kidnapped at gunpoint Watch | At least 15 killed as torrential rain triggers landslides in Indonesia | WION Climate Tracker

Top 10 world news: Bangladesh explosion updates, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, & more

The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news,&nbsp;David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for&nbsp;betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at&nbsp;the British&nbsp;embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-multiple-explosions-heard-as-armed-men-attack-karachi-police-station-563207">Pakistan: Multiple explosions heard as armed men attack Karachi police station</a>

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Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-guard-turns-russian-spy-david-smith-sentenced-to-13-years-in-prison-for-leaking-data-to-russia-563101">British guard turns Russian spy: David Smith sentenced to 13 years in prison for leaking data to Russia</a>

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In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian.&nbsp;

Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bulgarian-authorities-find-18-migrants-found-dead-in-truck-563187">Bulgarian authorities find 18 migrants dead in truck 'illegally transporting' around 40 people 
 
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This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman&nbsp;which is close to the border with neighbouring,&nbsp;Serbia.&nbsp;"According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-ukraine-is-set-to-mark-one-year-war-anniversary-dutch-pm-visits-kyiv-563143">As Ukraine is set to mark one-year war anniversary, Dutch PM meets Zelensky in Kyiv</a>

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As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/big-blow-to-uddhav-thackeray-eknath-shinde-faction-to-get-shiv-sena-name-rules-election-commission-563139">Big blow to Uddhav Thackeray: Eknath Shinde faction is real 'Shiv Sena', rules election commission</a>

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In a huge blow to former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ruled that Eknath Shinde faction would be now known as the party 'Shiv Sena'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-american-vivek-ramaswamy-planning-to-run-for-us-president-report-563077">Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy planning to run for US President: Report</a>

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Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to announce his 2024 presidential bid. Ramaswamy for the time being has embarked on test runs and fact-finding missions in Iowa- where he has been addressing multiple events.

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Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed.&nbsp;Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/move-over-chatgpt-elon-musk-wants-truthgpt-563120">Move over ChatGPT, Elon Musk wants TruthGPT</a>

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Elon Musk rises again,&nbsp;on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not).

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The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin.

The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE Munich Security Conference: Macron says time to prepare 'peace terms' for Ukraine Pakistan: Multiple explosions heard as armed men attack Karachi police station Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries. British guard turns Russian spy: David Smith sentenced to 13 years in prison for leaking data to Russia In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian. Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021. Bulgarian authorities find 18 migrants dead in truck 'illegally transporting' around 40 people This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman which is close to the border with neighbouring, Serbia. "According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP. As Ukraine is set to mark one-year war anniversary, Dutch PM meets Zelensky in Kyiv As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher. Big blow to Uddhav Thackeray: Eknath Shinde faction is real 'Shiv Sena', rules election commission In a huge blow to former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ruled that Eknath Shinde faction would be now known as the party 'Shiv Sena'. Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy planning to run for US President: Report Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to announce his 2024 presidential bid. Ramaswamy for the time being has embarked on test runs and fact-finding missions in Iowa- where he has been addressing multiple events. Watch | Japan aborts launch of flagship H3 rocket moments before lift off Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed. Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades. Move over ChatGPT, Elon Musk wants TruthGPT Elon Musk rises again, on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not). Watch | US to consider Indo-Pacific anti-ship drone, with eye on China

Top 10 world news: Karachi police station under attack, Munich Security Conference updates, and more

Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news,&nbsp;Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine. Finally, the Taiwanese military on Thursday stated that found the debris of a possible crashed weather balloon which is most likely to be Chinese.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Pompeo, who is considering running for the US presidential election, also called Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a "known terrorist". On the One Decision podcast, which was released on Thursday (February 16), Pompeo mentioned his religious beliefs and also talked about America's strategic interests when it comes to Israel and Palestine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-finds-balloon-remnants-likely-chinese-on-remote-dongyin-island-taiwanese-army-562774">Taiwan Army finds remnants of suspected Chinese balloon on remote Dongyin island</a>

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In its statement, the Taiwanese army said that its forces on Dongyin island observed an unknown object falling from the sky and then found the remains of a balloon on a shooting range, reported Reuters news agency.&nbsp;

Dongyin island is a part of the Taiwan-controlled Matsu archipelago off the coast of China's Fuzhou.&nbsp;

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In the most high-level visit from Israel since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Kyiv and met with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. Cohen is also expected to hold a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who recently finished off his Europe visit with hopes to receive jets to fend off Russia from its territory.&nbsp;

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Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Thursday dismissed reports the Adani Group had appointed accountancy Grant Thornton to run an independent audit of some of its companies accounts in the wake of allegations of financial fraud and malpractice by short-seller Hindenburg Research. AEL called such news reports a 'market rumour'.

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Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product.

The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses.&nbsp;

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Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported.

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An investigation by an independent commission recently has unearthed the dirty face of child abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Portugal. The horrifying testimonies of the survivors become the ground of the commission's inquiry. The commission with the help of a large network of victims was able to make a deeper cut into finding out the ongoing paedophilia in the staunchly Catholic country.&nbsp;

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Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news, Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine.

Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news, Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine. Finally, the Taiwanese military on Thursday stated that found the debris of a possible crashed weather balloon which is most likely to be Chinese. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war LIVE: Stoltenberg says NATO must be ready for long standoff with Russia Mike Pompeo calls Palestinian president ‘terrorist’, says Israel has ‘biblical claim’ to Palestine Pompeo, who is considering running for the US presidential election, also called Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a "known terrorist". On the One Decision podcast, which was released on Thursday (February 16), Pompeo mentioned his religious beliefs and also talked about America's strategic interests when it comes to Israel and Palestine. Taiwan Army finds remnants of suspected Chinese balloon on remote Dongyin island In its statement, the Taiwanese army said that its forces on Dongyin island observed an unknown object falling from the sky and then found the remains of a balloon on a shooting range, reported Reuters news agency. Dongyin island is a part of the Taiwan-controlled Matsu archipelago off the coast of China's Fuzhou. In a first since war began, Israeli FM Eli Cohen visits Kyiv, meets Kuleba amid military aid pressure In the most high-level visit from Israel since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Kyiv and met with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. Cohen is also expected to hold a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who recently finished off his Europe visit with hopes to receive jets to fend off Russia from its territory. Adani Group denies appointing audit firm to look into its companies Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Thursday dismissed reports the Adani Group had appointed accountancy Grant Thornton to run an independent audit of some of its companies accounts in the wake of allegations of financial fraud and malpractice by short-seller Hindenburg Research. AEL called such news reports a 'market rumour'. What is botulism? Popular vegan milk brand in Australia recalled after a reported case Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product. The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses. 'A broader trend of censorship': Malaysian activists criticise govt for banning books on 'LGBTQ,' Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported. EXPLAINED: The ugly face of Child sexual abuse in Catholic church An investigation by an independent commission recently has unearthed the dirty face of child abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Portugal. The horrifying testimonies of the survivors become the ground of the commission's inquiry. The commission with the help of a large network of victims was able to make a deeper cut into finding out the ongoing paedophilia in the staunchly Catholic country. Watch | Indian-American Nikki Haley kicks-off US Presidential Campaign for 2024 Watch | Pakistan is running out of food, fuel and money

Top 10 world news: Russia-Ukraine war updates, Mike Pompeo calls Palestinian president ‘terrorist’, and more