A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others. In other news, India’s major opposition political parties on Wednesday opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal. The proposal was approved by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet earlier in the day.&nbsp;

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Hezbollah sources have claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut, a day after similar explosions occurred in pagers being used by the fighters and medics linked to the militant organisation.

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India’s major opposition political parties have opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal, calling it non-practical and non-pragmatic. The proposal was green-lighted by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18). The chief of Congress, India’s principal opposition party, termed the move "an attempt to divert the attention of the public".

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Lebanon's official news agency is now reporting that home solar energy systems have exploded in several areas of Beirut.&nbsp;This surge in explosions follows a series of deadly blasts involving pagers and walkie-talkies&nbsp;used by Hezbollah.

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Gaza health ministry has identified over 34,000 Palestinians that have been killed in the almost one-year-long, ongoing war between Hamas and Israel. It has published a 649-page exhaustive list of the victims.

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A 38-year-old man who landed in Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday.&nbsp;The youth was admitted to the government medical college hospital in Kerala's Malappuram's Manjeri on Monday after he had symptoms of the disease.&nbsp;

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Donald Trump at a campaign event on Tuesday (Sep 17) said that he will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra next week. However, the former US President did not reveal details of where the two leaders would meet.

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A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies.&nbsp;

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A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others.

A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others. In other news, India’s major opposition political parties on Wednesday opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal. The proposal was approved by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet earlier in the day. Click on the headlines to read more: After pagers, walkie-talkie explosions rock Hezbollah in Lebanon, nine dead Hezbollah sources have claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut, a day after similar explosions occurred in pagers being used by the fighters and medics linked to the militant organisation. ‘Attempt to divert attention,’ India’s Opposition parties reject Modi’s One Nation One Election plan India’s major opposition political parties have opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal, calling it non-practical and non-pragmatic. The proposal was green-lighted by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18). The chief of Congress, India’s principal opposition party, termed the move "an attempt to divert the attention of the public". Panic, chaos as home security, solar energy systems explode in Lebanon after pagers, walkie-talkies Lebanon's official news agency is now reporting that home solar energy systems have exploded in several areas of Beirut. This surge in explosions follows a series of deadly blasts involving pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah. Israel-Hamas war: 215 of 649 pages are just children; Gaza health ministry releases names of victims Gaza health ministry has identified over 34,000 Palestinians that have been killed in the almost one-year-long, ongoing war between Hamas and Israel. It has published a 649-page exhaustive list of the victims. First Mpox case confirmed in Kerala man who arrived from UAE A 38-year-old man who landed in Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday. The youth was admitted to the government medical college hospital in Kerala's Malappuram's Manjeri on Monday after he had symptoms of the disease. Trump meeting Modi: Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week Donald Trump at a campaign event on Tuesday (Sep 17) said that he will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra next week. However, the former US President did not reveal details of where the two leaders would meet. Republicans in US Senate block passage of bill that would've guaranteed access to IVF A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure. PM Narendra Modi's cabinet approves One Nation One Election Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies. That is what made you...: Gambhir HAILS Virat Kohli for transforming India's Test team after succeeding Dhoni Virat Kohli and India head coach Gautam Gambhir engaged in a freewheeling chat ahead of Rohit Sharma and Co.'s first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on Thursday (Sep 19) in Chennai. During the chat, Kohli and Gambhir touched upon various topics and talked about how brilliantly India climbed up the ladder as a Test side in recent times, especially during the former's captaincy tenure (from 2015-2022). Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail in sex trafficking case Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied bail. The disgraced music mogul was indicted on charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.

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At least eight fighters and medics linked with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah died and 2,750 were injured on Tuesday (Sep 17) as the pagers that they used to communicate exploded suddenly. In other news, Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday (Sep 17) tendered his resignation as Delhi chief minister, a position that he held for over a decade. Kejriwal met Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at his residence along with his cabinet ministers and handed in his papers.

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At least eight&nbsp;fighters and medics linked with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah died and&nbsp;2,750&nbsp;were injured on Tuesday (Sep 17) as the pagers that they used to communicate exploded suddenly.

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Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday (Sep 17) tendered his resignation as Delhi chief minister, a position that he held for over a decade. Kejriwal met Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at his residence along with his cabinet ministers and handed in his papers.

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The Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Tuesday (Sep 17) rebuked the West Bengal government for issuing a notification restricting women doctors from working the night shifts. The notification was issued in the backdrop of the gruesome rape and murder of the 31-year-old trainee doctor&nbsp;in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. CJI DY Chandrachud asked, “How can you say women cannot work at night?”

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US military aid to Ukraine has decreased in size with time due to dwindling stockpiles of weapons and equipment that the Pentagon is prepared to provide, according to a report by CNN.

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Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow was said to be "fully ready" for detonating a nuclear bomb at "any moment" in the Arctic, as per a report published in The Daily Mail.

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The Indian government is unwilling to heed to USA's request to ban and block Russian state media network RT, formerly known as Russia Today, globally. While the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is yet to issue an official statement, a government official told&nbsp;The Hindu&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;matter “does not pertain to India” altogether.

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The United States on Monday (Sep 16) expressed its dissatisfaction with Israel's initial findings regarding the killing of US-Turkish citizen Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from September 21 to 23, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday (September 17).

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India men's hockey team beat China 1-0 in the Asian Champions Trophy final on Tuesday (Sep 17) to win the tournament. India, the 2024 Paris Olympic bronze medalist, remained unbeaten throughout the tournament.

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Music producer and fashion mogul Pharrell Williams recently opened up about his views on politics and why he thinks celebrities should not do political endorsements. In a recent interview, he gave his two cents on celebrities taking a stance on the upcoming US presidential elections.&nbsp;

At least eight fighters and medics linked with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah died and 2,750 were injured on Tuesday (Sep 17) as the pagers that they used to communicate exploded suddenly.

At least eight fighters and medics linked with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah died and 2,750 were injured on Tuesday (Sep 17) as the pagers that they used to communicate exploded suddenly. In other news, Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday (Sep 17) tendered his resignation as Delhi chief minister, a position that he held for over a decade. Kejriwal met Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at his residence along with his cabinet ministers and handed in his papers. Click on the headlines to read more: Eight Hezbollah fighters dead; 2,750 injured as ‘Israel explodes’ their pagers At least eight fighters and medics linked with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah died and 2,750 were injured on Tuesday (Sep 17) as the pagers that they used to communicate exploded suddenly. Arvind Kejriwal resigns as Delhi CM, Atishi stakes claim to form govt Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday (Sep 17) tendered his resignation as Delhi chief minister, a position that he held for over a decade. Kejriwal met Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at his residence along with his cabinet ministers and handed in his papers. Kolkata horror: SC slams Bengal govt for denying night shifts to women doctors The Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Tuesday (Sep 17) rebuked the West Bengal government for issuing a notification restricting women doctors from working the night shifts. The notification was issued in the backdrop of the gruesome rape and murder of the 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. CJI DY Chandrachud asked, “How can you say women cannot work at night?” US military aid to Ukraine dwindles as Pentagon faces weapons’ shortages US military aid to Ukraine has decreased in size with time due to dwindling stockpiles of weapons and equipment that the Pentagon is prepared to provide, according to a report by CNN. Russia can blast a nuclear bomb at 'any moment' in the Arctic: Report Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow was said to be "fully ready" for detonating a nuclear bomb at "any moment" in the Arctic, as per a report published in The Daily Mail. India refuses to budge while US, Meta sanction and ban Russian state media network RT The Indian government is unwilling to heed to USA's request to ban and block Russian state media network RT, formerly known as Russia Today, globally. While the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is yet to issue an official statement, a government official told The Hindu that the matter “does not pertain to India” altogether. Israel's initial report on American woman Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi's death doesn't exonerate troops, says US The United States on Monday (Sep 16) expressed its dissatisfaction with Israel's initial findings regarding the killing of US-Turkish citizen Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi. PM Modi’s US visit: Quad summit, UNGA Summit of the Future – Check out the complete itinerary Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from September 21 to 23, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday (September 17). Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: India beat China in final India men's hockey team beat China 1-0 in the Asian Champions Trophy final on Tuesday (Sep 17) to win the tournament. India, the 2024 Paris Olympic bronze medalist, remained unbeaten throughout the tournament. Pharrell Williams gets annoyed by celebs who talk about politics: 'Shut up' Music producer and fashion mogul Pharrell Williams recently opened up about his views on politics and why he thinks celebrities should not do political endorsements. In a recent interview, he gave his two cents on celebrities taking a stance on the upcoming US presidential elections.

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China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31).&nbsp;According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea. In other news, as the protests rage on&nbsp;over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31)&nbsp;stressed that the country needs faster decisions in cases related to atrocities against women.&nbsp;

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China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31).&nbsp;According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea.

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As the protests rage on&nbsp;over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31)&nbsp;stressed that the country needs faster decisions in the cases related to atrocities against women.&nbsp;

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday (Aug 31) postponed the assembly poll date for the northern state of Haryana to October 5. Earlier, the polls were scheduled to be held on October 1. The date for election results has also been changed to October 8, from October 4.

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A helicopter with 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday (Aug 31). In a statement, the Federal Air Transport Agency said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the&nbsp;Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled.

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Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Aug 31) said that New Delhi&nbsp;has a “special China problem,” adding that the state of bilateral ties warrants heavy scrutiny of investments from the communist country.

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The port city of Volos in central Greece declared a state emergency following an inundation of dead fish that local residents say could threaten their livelihoods, the state news agency announced Saturday.

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Japan&nbsp;lodged a protest with China after one of its naval survey vessels entered&nbsp;Japanese waters on Saturday, the second incursion into its territory by the Chinese military in less than a week.

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"Is there anywhere that's more fun to be than a Trump rally," said former United States President Donald Trump after&nbsp;another security breach took place during his political campaign in Pennsylvania. News agency Associated Press (AP)&nbsp;reported that a man stormed into the media gallery at the Johnstown rally as the Republican presidential candidate&nbsp;delivered his speech on Friday (Aug 30). The man almost entered the press area but was pulled down by a group of people and later subdued with a taser.

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India's Rubina Francis won the fifth medal for the country at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 with a bronze in women's 10m air pistol SH1 Final on Saturday (Aug 31).

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After the release of the Hema Committee report, the entire 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movies Artistes (AMMA) including the president of the association and superstar Mohanlal resigned.&nbsp;Several questions were raised about the actor's silence on the crucial matter. And, now&nbsp;the actor has finally broken his silence, saying that he's not part of the “power group” mentioned in the report.
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China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31). According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea.

China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31). According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea. In other news, as the protests rage on over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31) stressed that the country needs faster decisions in cases related to atrocities against women. Click on the headlines to read more Watch | Philippine ship rammed by ‘unprovoked’ Chinese coastguard China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31). According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea. PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women As the protests rage on over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31) stressed that the country needs faster decisions in the cases related to atrocities against women. ECI defers Haryana assembly poll date to October 5, new counting date announced The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday (Aug 31) postponed the assembly poll date for the northern state of Haryana to October 5. Earlier, the polls were scheduled to be held on October 1. The date for election results has also been changed to October 8, from October 4. Helicopter with 22 onboard goes missing in Russia's Far East A helicopter with 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday (Aug 31). In a statement, the Federal Air Transport Agency said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled. ‘Never said won’t do trade with China,’ Jaishankar on India’s special problem Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Aug 31) said that New Delhi has a “special China problem,” adding that the state of bilateral ties warrants heavy scrutiny of investments from the communist country. Greece declares state of emergency over flood of dead fish The port city of Volos in central Greece declared a state emergency following an inundation of dead fish that local residents say could threaten their livelihoods, the state news agency announced Saturday. Tokyo lodges protest as Chinese Navy survey ship enters Japanese waters Japan lodged a protest with China after one of its naval survey vessels entered Japanese waters on Saturday, the second incursion into its territory by the Chinese military in less than a week. Watch: Another security breach at Trump’s Pennsylvania rally as man storms into press gallery "Is there anywhere that's more fun to be than a Trump rally," said former United States President Donald Trump after another security breach took place during his political campaign in Pennsylvania. News agency Associated Press (AP) reported that a man stormed into the media gallery at the Johnstown rally as the Republican presidential candidate delivered his speech on Friday (Aug 30). The man almost entered the press area but was pulled down by a group of people and later subdued with a taser. Paralympics 2024: Rubina Francis shoots bronze for India's fifth medal India's Rubina Francis won the fifth medal for the country at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 with a bronze in women's 10m air pistol SH1 Final on Saturday (Aug 31). Mohanlal breaks silence on Hema report, defends AMMA: Wrongdoers should be... After the release of the Hema Committee report, the entire 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movies Artistes (AMMA) including the president of the association and superstar Mohanlal resigned. Several questions were raised about the actor's silence on the crucial matter. And, now the actor has finally broken his silence, saying that he's not part of the “power group” mentioned in the report.

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The ICC said that Mongolia should arrest Russian leader Vladimir Putin once he enters the country.&nbsp;Putin’s visit, expected on Tuesday, will mark his first trip to a member nation of the ICC since the court issued an arrest warrant for him in March 2023. Meanwhile, CBI and Kolkata police came face to face Friday (Aug 30) as the central agency claimed the crime scene of the Kolkata horror case was tampered with.&nbsp;Kolkata police were quick to retaliate as CBI’s allegations directly raised a question of their efficiency. In other news, India's Assam scrapped&nbsp;the two-hour break for Friday prayers in a bid&nbsp;"to improve productivity and move away from colonial-era traditions."

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Mongolia is under obligation to detain Russian President&nbsp;Vladimir Putin if he enters the country next week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) said.&nbsp;

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India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and West Bengal police locked horns Friday (Aug 30) amid claims that the crime scene of the rape and murder case at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital may have been “compromised”.

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Israel&nbsp;Defence Minister Yoav Gallant reportedly presented a document to the security cabinet, urging a hostage-ceasefire deal and warning that if Israel does not make a deal, it would leave the hostages in captivity and would face the danger of an "imminent deterioration into a multi-front war.”

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Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister of India's north-eastern state, Assam&nbsp;announced the removal of the two-hour break for Friday prayers, known as namaz, in the Assam Legislative Assembly on Friday (August 30).

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India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth slowed to 6.7 per cent&nbsp;in the first quarter of the 2024-25 financial year, marking the lowest increase in five quarters, a decline from the 7.8 per cent&nbsp;growth recorded in the previous quarter.

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A Ukrainian MP has claimed that the US-supplied F-16 fighter jet that crashed along with its pilot on Monday (Aug 26) may have been downed by friendly fire.

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The German government announced that it has resumed&nbsp;flying convicted criminals of Afghan nationality to their home country on Friday (Aug 30), as it reversed a policy to hold off deportations to the South Asian country.&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 30) tendered an apology for the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue&nbsp;in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg.

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India has opened their account at the ongoing Paris Paralympics after shooter Avani Lekhara won&nbsp;a gold medal in the 10m air rifle SH1 on Friday (Aug 30).

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The ICC said that Mongolia should arrest Russian leader Vladimir Putin once he enters the country. Putin’s visit, expected on Tuesday, will mark his first trip to a member nation of the ICC since the court issued an arrest warrant for him in March 2023.

The ICC said that Mongolia should arrest Russian leader Vladimir Putin once he enters the country. Putin’s visit, expected on Tuesday, will mark his first trip to a member nation of the ICC since the court issued an arrest warrant for him in March 2023. Meanwhile, CBI and Kolkata police came face to face Friday (Aug 30) as the central agency claimed the crime scene of the Kolkata horror case was tampered with. Kolkata police were quick to retaliate as CBI’s allegations directly raised a question of their efficiency. In other news, India's Assam scrapped the two-hour break for Friday prayers in a bid "to improve productivity and move away from colonial-era traditions." Click on the headlines to read more Mongolia 'under obligation' to arrest Putin: ICC; Russia withdraws troops from Burkina Faso for Ukraine war Mongolia is under obligation to detain Russian President Vladimir Putin if he enters the country next week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) said. Kolkata horror: ‘Everything was altered at crime scene,’ CBI’s big claim in SC; Bengal police fire back India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and West Bengal police locked horns Friday (Aug 30) amid claims that the crime scene of the rape and murder case at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital may have been “compromised”. Gallant warns Israeli ministers to make 'hostage-ceasefire deal' or face danger of 'multi-front war' Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant reportedly presented a document to the security cabinet, urging a hostage-ceasefire deal and warning that if Israel does not make a deal, it would leave the hostages in captivity and would face the danger of an "imminent deterioration into a multi-front war.” Assam axes colonial-era 2-hour Friday namaz break in Assembly; opposition calls it 'cheap popularity' stunt Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister of India's north-eastern state, Assam announced the removal of the two-hour break for Friday prayers, known as namaz, in the Assam Legislative Assembly on Friday (August 30). India’s GDP growth rate slips to 6.7 per cent in Q1 FY25, lowest in five quarters India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth slowed to 6.7 per cent in the first quarter of the 2024-25 financial year, marking the lowest increase in five quarters, a decline from the 7.8 per cent growth recorded in the previous quarter. Was Ukraine's F-16 jet downed by friendly fire? Kyiv lawmaker makes SHOCKING claim A Ukrainian MP has claimed that the US-supplied F-16 fighter jet that crashed along with its pilot on Monday (Aug 26) may have been downed by friendly fire. German government resumes deportations to Afghanistan amid criticism over Solingen stabbings The German government announced that it has resumed flying convicted criminals of Afghan nationality to their home country on Friday (Aug 30), as it reversed a policy to hold off deportations to the South Asian country. ‘Today I bow my head,’ PM Modi issues apology over Shivaji statue collapse Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 30) tendered an apology for the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg. Paris Paralympics: Avani Lekhara shoots gold in 10m air rifle as India open account; Mona settles for bronze India has opened their account at the ongoing Paris Paralympics after shooter Avani Lekhara won a gold medal in the 10m air rifle SH1 on Friday (Aug 30). Tom Hanks urges fans 'don't be fooled' by AI-videos of him selling 'miracle cures' Tom Hanks wants everyone to sit and take notice of every advert that is being sold by celebrities because it’s likely it’s not them actually.

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CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans.&nbsp;In other news, new details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.

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CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the artist's fans.&nbsp;

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New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations.&nbsp;

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India’s north-eastern state of Assam on Thursday (Aug 29) approved a bill mandating Muslims to get their marriage and divorce registered with the government. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who hails from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), called the day “historic”, saying his next target would be the practice of polygamy.

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Wildfires in Canada last year released more greenhouse gases than some of the largest pollution-emitting countries, revealed a report on Wednesday (August 28). Shockingly, the wildfires released 647 megatonnes of carbon, which is seven to ten times that of the largest national emitters for the year 2022.

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A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug&nbsp;29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about&nbsp;the erosion of media freedoms.

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Days after Hezbollah attacked Israel, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, has hinted that the Islamic Republic will soon deliver a 'calculated response' to the 'Zionist' regime in Tel Aviv.&nbsp;

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India on Thursday (Aug 29) formally commissioned its second Arihant-class submarine into its navy. The nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, is considered an advanced version of its predecessor. Speaking during the ceremony in Visakhapatnam, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the submarine would further strengthen India’s nuclear triad and deterrence capabilities.

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Liverpool have completed the sensational transfer of Federico Chiesa from Juventus as he becomes the first major addition to the first team for the 2024-25 season. The Reds signed the Italian international on Thursday (Aug 29) from Juventus for a fee believed to be in the region of $20 million. He follows Giorgi Mamardashvili in the second transfer for the Reds this transfer window, however, he won’t be joining Arne Slot’s side before the 2025-26 season.

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It isn't easy to match up to the popularity of&nbsp;Game Of Thrones&nbsp;and Amazon Prime Video set out to replicate the same success with its ambitious&nbsp;Lord Of The Rings: Rings Of Power&nbsp;in 2022, it faltered to a great extent primarily because the premise seems to be formulaic, episodes were long and it could not get rid of the baggage of Peter Jackson's hugely successful film franchise despite sourcing from JRR Tolkien's books. The good news is that the second season greatly uplifts the series, making it more immersive for the viewers with its dark, twisted, deeper narrative and characters.&nbsp;

CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans.

CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans. In other news, new details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened. Click on the headlines to read more Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plotters wanted to kill 'tens of thousands' CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the artist's fans. Kolkata horror: Hospital staff made three frantic calls to victim's parents New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened. Israel kills 5 more Palestinian militants, including local commander The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations. India’s Assam abolishes Kazi system, mandates registration of Muslim marriages India’s north-eastern state of Assam on Thursday (Aug 29) approved a bill mandating Muslims to get their marriage and divorce registered with the government. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who hails from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), called the day “historic”, saying his next target would be the practice of polygamy. Forests, boon or curse? Canada wildfires emerge as 4th biggest source of CO2 Wildfires in Canada last year released more greenhouse gases than some of the largest pollution-emitting countries, revealed a report on Wednesday (August 28). Shockingly, the wildfires released 647 megatonnes of carbon, which is seven to ten times that of the largest national emitters for the year 2022. Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug 29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about the erosion of media freedoms. Iran to deliver calculated response to 'Zionist' regime in Israel, claims armed forces chief Days after Hezbollah attacked Israel, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, has hinted that the Islamic Republic will soon deliver a 'calculated response' to the 'Zionist' regime in Tel Aviv. Second Arihant-class submarine commissioned into the Indian Navy, know its significance India on Thursday (Aug 29) formally commissioned its second Arihant-class submarine into its navy. The nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, is considered an advanced version of its predecessor. Speaking during the ceremony in Visakhapatnam, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the submarine would further strengthen India’s nuclear triad and deterrence capabilities. Liverpool complete sensational Federico Chiesa transfer from Juventus Liverpool have completed the sensational transfer of Federico Chiesa from Juventus as he becomes the first major addition to the first team for the 2024-25 season. The Reds signed the Italian international on Thursday (Aug 29) from Juventus for a fee believed to be in the region of $20 million. He follows Giorgi Mamardashvili in the second transfer for the Reds this transfer window, however, he won’t be joining Arne Slot’s side before the 2025-26 season. The Rings Of Power Season 2 review: A definite improvement from first season It isn't easy to match up to the popularity of Game Of Thrones and Amazon Prime Video set out to replicate the same success with its ambitious Lord Of The Rings: Rings Of Power in 2022, it faltered to a great extent primarily because the premise seems to be formulaic, episodes were long and it could not get rid of the baggage of Peter Jackson's hugely successful film franchise despite sourcing from JRR Tolkien's books. The good news is that the second season greatly uplifts the series, making it more immersive for the viewers with its dark, twisted, deeper narrative and characters.

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British Prime Minister&nbsp;Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday said they want to take German-UK ties to “the next level” by forging a treaty by early next year. Downing Street described the effort as a “once in a generation opportunity” to “turn a corner on Brexit.”

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) earlier today suspended&nbsp;Sandip Ghosh's membership in connection with the Kolkata rape and murder case.&nbsp;The suspension comes amid a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the rape and murder case from earlier this month. Earlier, Indian President Murmu also spoke about the incident and issued a rare condemnation.&nbsp;President Droupadi Murmu said, “Enough is enough”, as she highlighted the urgent need to step up societal overhaul to stop such crimes in future.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-starmer-germanys-scholz-announce-treaty-to-reset-ties-but-wont-reverse-brexit-754081">UK’s Starmer, Germany’s Scholz announce treaty to reset ties but won’t reverse Brexit</a> 
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday (Aug 28) met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to ‘reset ties’ and discuss a new cooperation treaty that would bring the two nations closer on clean energy, technology, defence, and irregular migration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-rape-murder-case-ima-suspends-membership-of-sandip-ghosh-ex-principal-of-rg-kar-hospital-754099">Kolkata rape-murder case: IMA suspends membership of Sandip Ghosh, ex-principal of RG Kar Hospital</a>

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The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Wednesday (August 28) suspended the membership of Dr Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Hospital in West Bengal.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-oil-tanker-attacked-by-houthis-now-appears-to-be-leaking-oil-753950">Greek-flagged shipping tanker attacked by Houthis now leaking oil: Pentagon</a>

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The Greek-flagged crude oil tanker, Sounion, continues to blaze in the Red Sea and is now leaking oil, according to a Pentagon spokesperson on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-horror-president-murmu-highlights-societys-collective-amnesia-in-rare-condemnation-754029">Kolkata horror: President Murmu highlights society’s ‘collective amnesia’ in rare condemnation</a>

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In a rare development, the President of India Droupadi Murmu&nbsp;spoke about the recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital, and expressed&nbsp;her ‘dismay and horror’.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-basis-for-talks-russia-responds-to-modis-call-for-peace-rejects-zelenskys-proposal-754092">‘No basis for talks,’ Russia responds to Modi’s call for peace, rejects Zelensky’s proposal</a>

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Moscow on Wednesday (Aug 28) rejected Ukrainian&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky’s peace plan, saying it would continue with&nbsp;its&nbsp;“special military operation” in the eastern European country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/attack-on-freedom-of-expression-bangladesh-journalists-body-found-floating-on-lake-family-alleges-murder-754079">Attack on freedom of expression in Bangladesh? Journalist’s body found floating in lake; family alleges murder</a>

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In Bangladesh, the body of a TV journalist was recovered on Wednesday (August 28) from the Hatirjheel Lake in the nation's capital, Dhaka.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-man-posing-as-youtube-star-jailed-for-worlds-most-severe-sextortion-754036">Australian man posing as YouTube star jailed for ‘world’s most severe sextortion’</a>

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A 29-year-old Australian man, posing as a famous YouTuber, has been convicted of blackmailing hundreds of girls online in “one of the most severe sextortion cases in the history of Australia.”

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-imd-issues-red-alert-for-gujarat-16-die-as-state-braces-for-extremely-heavy-rains-754104">India: IMD issues red alert for Gujarat, 16 die as state braces for ‘extremely heavy rains’</a> 
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India’s Western coastal state of Gujarat was facing massive floods after it was hit by incessant rainfall over the past days.

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Former India bowler Zaheer Khan has succeeded Gautam Gambhir as the new mentor for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), as announced by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise&nbsp; on Wednesday (Aug 28)

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oasis-reunion-its-the-money-honey-gallagher-brothers-will-make-more-from-tour-than-in-entire-1990s-754035">Oasis reunion: It's the money, honey - Gallagher brothers will make more from tour than in entire 1990s</a>

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Reunion announcement of Oasis, the iconic British band of the 1990s led by brothers Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher, set the music world ablaze this week.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday said they want to take German-UK ties to “the next level” by forging a treaty by early next year.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday said they want to take German-UK ties to “the next level” by forging a treaty by early next year. Downing Street described the effort as a “once in a generation opportunity” to “turn a corner on Brexit.” The Indian Medical Association (IMA) earlier today suspended Sandip Ghosh's membership in connection with the Kolkata rape and murder case. The suspension comes amid a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the rape and murder case from earlier this month. Earlier, Indian President Murmu also spoke about the incident and issued a rare condemnation. President Droupadi Murmu said, “Enough is enough”, as she highlighted the urgent need to step up societal overhaul to stop such crimes in future. Click on the headlines to read more UK’s Starmer, Germany’s Scholz announce treaty to reset ties but won’t reverse Brexit British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday (Aug 28) met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to ‘reset ties’ and discuss a new cooperation treaty that would bring the two nations closer on clean energy, technology, defence, and irregular migration. Kolkata rape-murder case: IMA suspends membership of Sandip Ghosh, ex-principal of RG Kar Hospital The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Wednesday (August 28) suspended the membership of Dr Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Hospital in West Bengal. Greek-flagged shipping tanker attacked by Houthis now leaking oil: Pentagon The Greek-flagged crude oil tanker, Sounion, continues to blaze in the Red Sea and is now leaking oil, according to a Pentagon spokesperson on Tuesday. Kolkata horror: President Murmu highlights society’s ‘collective amnesia’ in rare condemnation In a rare development, the President of India Droupadi Murmu spoke about the recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital, and expressed her ‘dismay and horror’. ‘No basis for talks,’ Russia responds to Modi’s call for peace, rejects Zelensky’s proposal Moscow on Wednesday (Aug 28) rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s peace plan, saying it would continue with its “special military operation” in the eastern European country. Attack on freedom of expression in Bangladesh? Journalist’s body found floating in lake; family alleges murder In Bangladesh, the body of a TV journalist was recovered on Wednesday (August 28) from the Hatirjheel Lake in the nation's capital, Dhaka. Australian man posing as YouTube star jailed for ‘world’s most severe sextortion’ A 29-year-old Australian man, posing as a famous YouTuber, has been convicted of blackmailing hundreds of girls online in “one of the most severe sextortion cases in the history of Australia.” India: IMD issues red alert for Gujarat, 16 die as state braces for ‘extremely heavy rains’ India’s Western coastal state of Gujarat was facing massive floods after it was hit by incessant rainfall over the past days. IPL: Former India bowler Zaheer Khan succeeds Gautam Gambhir as new mentor for Lucknow Super Giants Former India bowler Zaheer Khan has succeeded Gautam Gambhir as the new mentor for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), as announced by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise on Wednesday (Aug 28) Oasis reunion: It's the money, honey - Gallagher brothers will make more from tour than in entire 1990s Reunion announcement of Oasis, the iconic British band of the 1990s led by brothers Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher, set the music world ablaze this week.

Top 10 world news: UK, Germany vow to take ties to 'next level'; Kolkata horror updates, and more

German police on Saturday (Aug 24) detained a 15-year-old teenager for a deadly knife attack in the western German city of Solingen, which killed three and injured others. The attack happened at 9:40 pm local time on Friday. Two men and one 56-year-old woman were left dead and eight were left injured, four of them critically. The weapon used in the attack was recovered from a bin in Solingen city centre. In other news, Russia and Ukraine are set to exchange 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations, an Emirati official said, as reported by Reuters.

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German police on Saturday (Aug 24) detained a 15-year-old teenager for a deadly knife attack in the western German city of Solingen, which killed three and injured others. The attack happened at 9:40 pm local time on Friday. Two men and one 56-year-old woman were left dead and eight were left injured, four of them critically. The weapon used in the attack was recovered from a bin in Solingen city centre.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-to-swap-115-prisoners-each-uae-official-752981">Russia, Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each under UAE-mediated deal</a>

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Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated&nbsp;negotiations.&nbsp;This marks the first such prisoner swap since Ukraine launched its counter-offensive in Russia in August.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-steps-up-security-at-jewish-institutions-after-terror-attack-on-synagogue-752992">France vows to protect Jewish institutions after 'terror attack' on synagogue</a>

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French authorities were pursuing a terror angle in a car explosion incident that took place outside a synagogue in the southern French town of La Grande-Motte on Saturday (Aug 24). Paris has vowed to step up security at Jewish institutions following the attack, dubbed a “criminal act” by the country’s interior ministry. At least one police official was injured in the explosion, which also damaged two cars at the scene.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-against-pm-modi-zelensky-addresses-his-criticism-of-modi-putin-hug-while-speaking-to-wion-753015">Watch: Zelensky addresses criticism of Modi-Putin hug while speaking to WION</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up with his tradition of hugging the host as he stepped into war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). The internet was inundated with photos of PM Modi embracing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, in stark contrast to visuals that came from Moscow last month when the Indian PM&nbsp;hugged host, President Vladimir Putin, in a similar fashion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-linked-instant-loan-apps-on-indias-radar-ed-attaches-assets-worth-22mn-752979">China-linked instant loan apps on India’s radar, ED seizes assets worth $2.2mn</a>

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China-linked instant loan apps have come under intense scrutiny by&nbsp;the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s law enforcement and economic intelligence agency, following action by police in Telangana, a southern-central state. The state police had previously registered 118 FIRs under several provisions of IPC, 1860 and Information Technology Act, 2000 against as many as 242 instant loan mobile apps.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-kashmir-security-forces-gun-down-one-terrorist-in-baramulla-operation-753007">Jammu-Kashmir: Security forces gun down one terrorist in Baramulla operation</a>

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One terrorist was killed&nbsp;on Saturday (Aug 24)&nbsp;in an ongoing encounter in the Watergam area of North Kashmir's Baramulla district. According to a top police official, the terrorists launched an attack on a joint team of Jammu and Kashmir police and the Indian Army in the Watergam area of Rafiabad.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/superyacht-sinking-sicily-opens-manslaughter-probe-as-victims-last-movements-revealed-752988">Superyacht sinking: Sicily opens manslaughter probe as victims' last movements revealed</a>

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Sicilian prosecutors said Saturday, they were investigating possible manslaughter after a superyacht sank, killing seven people, as it emerged that trapped passengers scrabbled for air pockets after it went down.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-unveils-new-pension-scheme-for-govt-employees-here-are-its-key-features-753011">India unveils new pension scheme for government employees; here are its key features</a>

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Prime Minister&nbsp;Narendra Modi's government on Saturday (Aug 24) announced a new pension scheme for government employees, called the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). The central government employees will have the option to choose between the National Pension Scheme (NPS) or the UPS.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dinesh-karthik-issues-public-apology-for-omitting-ms-dhoni-from-his-all-time-india-xi-calls-it-a-blunder-752946">Karthik issues public apology for omitting MS Dhoni from his all-time India XI</a>

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Two former India keeper-batters, Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni, are again back at making headlines. Karthik, who picked his all-time India XI from past eras on Independence Day (August 15) this year, not only omitted ex-captain and batting great MS Dhoni but also didn’t name an outright gloveman, with netizens taking a dig at him on social media. Days after putting out his best XI, Karthik apologised for ignoring MS Dhoni on the list.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/zayn-malik-takes-internet-by-storm-with-his-dramatic-beard-look-watch-viral-clip-753000">Zayn Malik takes internet by storm with his dramatic beard look: Watch</a>

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Even though we are months away from No-shave November, Zayn Malik has already made a place in the bearded man club. The actor posted a video on Friday and left fans shocked with his dramatic new look.&nbsp;His Instagram followers could see the actor sporting his long hair and beard in his latest post, where he sang an acapella version of his song “Shoot At Will” from his latest album&nbsp;Room Under the Stairs.&nbsp;

German police on Saturday (Aug 24) detained a 15-year-old teenager for a deadly knife attack in the western German city of Solingen, which killed three and injured others.

German police on Saturday (Aug 24) detained a 15-year-old teenager for a deadly knife attack in the western German city of Solingen, which killed three and injured others. The attack happened at 9:40 pm local time on Friday. Two men and one 56-year-old woman were left dead and eight were left injured, four of them critically. The weapon used in the attack was recovered from a bin in Solingen city centre. In other news, Russia and Ukraine are set to exchange 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations, an Emirati official said, as reported by Reuters. Click on the headlines to read more Germany knife attack: Police won’t rule out ‘terrorist motive’, 15-year-old detained German police on Saturday (Aug 24) detained a 15-year-old teenager for a deadly knife attack in the western German city of Solingen, which killed three and injured others. The attack happened at 9:40 pm local time on Friday. Two men and one 56-year-old woman were left dead and eight were left injured, four of them critically. The weapon used in the attack was recovered from a bin in Solingen city centre. Russia, Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each under UAE-mediated deal Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each on Saturday (Aug 24), following the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations. This marks the first such prisoner swap since Ukraine launched its counter-offensive in Russia in August. France vows to protect Jewish institutions after 'terror attack' on synagogue French authorities were pursuing a terror angle in a car explosion incident that took place outside a synagogue in the southern French town of La Grande-Motte on Saturday (Aug 24). Paris has vowed to step up security at Jewish institutions following the attack, dubbed a “criminal act” by the country’s interior ministry. At least one police official was injured in the explosion, which also damaged two cars at the scene. Watch: Zelensky addresses criticism of Modi-Putin hug while speaking to WION Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up with his tradition of hugging the host as he stepped into war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). The internet was inundated with photos of PM Modi embracing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, in stark contrast to visuals that came from Moscow last month when the Indian PM hugged host, President Vladimir Putin, in a similar fashion. China-linked instant loan apps on India’s radar, ED seizes assets worth $2.2mn China-linked instant loan apps have come under intense scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s law enforcement and economic intelligence agency, following action by police in Telangana, a southern-central state. The state police had previously registered 118 FIRs under several provisions of IPC, 1860 and Information Technology Act, 2000 against as many as 242 instant loan mobile apps. Jammu-Kashmir: Security forces gun down one terrorist in Baramulla operation One terrorist was killed on Saturday (Aug 24) in an ongoing encounter in the Watergam area of North Kashmir's Baramulla district. According to a top police official, the terrorists launched an attack on a joint team of Jammu and Kashmir police and the Indian Army in the Watergam area of Rafiabad. Superyacht sinking: Sicily opens manslaughter probe as victims' last movements revealed Sicilian prosecutors said Saturday, they were investigating possible manslaughter after a superyacht sank, killing seven people, as it emerged that trapped passengers scrabbled for air pockets after it went down. India unveils new pension scheme for government employees; here are its key features Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on Saturday (Aug 24) announced a new pension scheme for government employees, called the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). The central government employees will have the option to choose between the National Pension Scheme (NPS) or the UPS. Karthik issues public apology for omitting MS Dhoni from his all-time India XI Two former India keeper-batters, Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni, are again back at making headlines. Karthik, who picked his all-time India XI from past eras on Independence Day (August 15) this year, not only omitted ex-captain and batting great MS Dhoni but also didn’t name an outright gloveman, with netizens taking a dig at him on social media. Days after putting out his best XI, Karthik apologised for ignoring MS Dhoni on the list. Zayn Malik takes internet by storm with his dramatic beard look: Watch Even though we are months away from No-shave November, Zayn Malik has already made a place in the bearded man club. The actor posted a video on Friday and left fans shocked with his dramatic new look. His Instagram followers could see the actor sporting his long hair and beard in his latest post, where he sang an acapella version of his song “Shoot At Will” from his latest album Room Under the Stairs.

Top 10 world news: Germany knife attack; Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap, and more

In a major revelation in the Kolkata rape and murder case, main accused Sanjay Roy told West Bengal police that he stalked the victim at the chest medicine ward a day before he committed the gruesome crime. The CCTV footage from August 8 shows Roy staring at the 33-year-old victim and four other junior doctors at the chest ward. In other news,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (August 23) pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to engage in talks with Russia to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi assured that India is ready to act as a 'friend' to help end the war during his first visit to Ukraine.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-presses-zelensky-to-pursue-peace-talks-with-russia-promises-indias-support-for-peace-efforts-752756">PM Modi pushes Zelensky&nbsp;for peace talks with Russia during first Kyiv visit</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (August 23) pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to engage in talks with Russia to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi assured that India is ready to act as a 'friend' to help end the war during his first visit to Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-horror-accused-sanjay-roy-stalked-victim-earlier-cbi-investigating-broken-door-bolt-of-seminar-hall-752772">Kolkata horror: Accused stalked victim earlier; CBI investigating broken door</a>

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In a major revelation in the Kolkata rape and murder case, main accused Sanjay Roy told West Bengal police that he stalked the victim at the chest medicine ward a day before he committed the gruesome crime. The CCTV footage from August 8 shows Roy staring at the 33-year-old victim and four other junior doctors at the chest ward.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-recovers-indian-armys-drone-that-crossed-loc-after-technical-malfunction-752738">Pakistan recovers Indian Army’s drone that crossed LoC after ‘malfunction'</a>

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In a shocking turn of events, a mini unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) of the Indian Army suffered a ‘technical malfunction’ on Friday (Aug 23) and drifted into Pakistani airspace. The Indian Army in a statement said that the UAV was on a training mission when it&nbsp;entered Pakistan’s Nikial Sector and was later recovered by Pakistani troops.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-to-visit-china-will-it-pave-the-way-for-a-biden-xi-meeting-752788">US national security advisor to visit China: Will it lead to Biden-Xi meet?</a>

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Jake Sullivan, the national security advisor to United States&nbsp;President Joe Biden, will visit China next week, the White House said on Friday (August 23). This visit could be a step to manage the differences&nbsp;and avoid escalating tensions between the two nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sicily-yacht-tragedy-last-missing-person-recovered-authorities-exploring-manslaughter-charges-752783">Sicily yacht tragedy: Last missing person recovered, CEO blames crew</a>

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A four-day search operation for missing individuals in the aftermath of the tragic sinking of the superyacht Bayesian off the coast of Sicily came to an end on Friday (Aug 23) with the recovery of the last unaccounted-for body.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-shyamala-gopalan-kamala-harris-influential-mother-752645">Who was Shyamala Gopalan? Kamala Harris' influential mother</a>

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Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination in Chicago Friday (Aug 23) and paid tribute to her Indian-origin mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, before a jubilant crowd.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-assam-erupts-in-protests-after-minor-girl-allegedly-gang-raped-in-nagaon-752770">India: Assam erupts in protests after minor girl allegedly gangraped in Nagaon</a>

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A young girl from the Indian state of&nbsp;Assam's Nagaon district was allegedly gangraped&nbsp;on Thursday (August 22) evening while she was on her way home. The alleged incident sparked&nbsp;widespread protests on Friday (August 23) and resulted in an indefinite shutdown of shops and businesses.

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Australians are days away from being able to&nbsp;ignore their bosses outside working hours as the country has passed a new law to handle the work-related stress of employees.&nbsp;

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Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is among the 147 people charged with the murder of a garment worker during the protests in the country (in early August), per the latest report. Rafiqul Islam, the father of the deceased Mohammed Rubel, filed the complaint against Shakib and others at Dhaka’s Adabor Police Station, an officer at the station confirmed.

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In a major revelation in the Kolkata rape and murder case, main accused Sanjay Roy told West Bengal police that he stalked the victim at the chest medicine ward a day before he committed the gruesome crime.

In a major revelation in the Kolkata rape and murder case, main accused Sanjay Roy told West Bengal police that he stalked the victim at the chest medicine ward a day before he committed the gruesome crime. The CCTV footage from August 8 shows Roy staring at the 33-year-old victim and four other junior doctors at the chest ward. In other news, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (August 23) pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to engage in talks with Russia to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi assured that India is ready to act as a 'friend' to help end the war during his first visit to Ukraine. Click on the headlines to read more PM Modi pushes Zelensky for peace talks with Russia during first Kyiv visit Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (August 23) pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to engage in talks with Russia to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi assured that India is ready to act as a 'friend' to help end the war during his first visit to Ukraine. Kolkata horror: Accused stalked victim earlier; CBI investigating broken door In a major revelation in the Kolkata rape and murder case, main accused Sanjay Roy told West Bengal police that he stalked the victim at the chest medicine ward a day before he committed the gruesome crime. The CCTV footage from August 8 shows Roy staring at the 33-year-old victim and four other junior doctors at the chest ward. Pakistan recovers Indian Army’s drone that crossed LoC after ‘malfunction' In a shocking turn of events, a mini unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) of the Indian Army suffered a ‘technical malfunction’ on Friday (Aug 23) and drifted into Pakistani airspace. The Indian Army in a statement said that the UAV was on a training mission when it entered Pakistan’s Nikial Sector and was later recovered by Pakistani troops. US national security advisor to visit China: Will it lead to Biden-Xi meet? Jake Sullivan, the national security advisor to United States President Joe Biden, will visit China next week, the White House said on Friday (August 23). This visit could be a step to manage the differences and avoid escalating tensions between the two nations. Sicily yacht tragedy: Last missing person recovered, CEO blames crew A four-day search operation for missing individuals in the aftermath of the tragic sinking of the superyacht Bayesian off the coast of Sicily came to an end on Friday (Aug 23) with the recovery of the last unaccounted-for body. Who was Shyamala Gopalan? Kamala Harris' influential mother Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination in Chicago Friday (Aug 23) and paid tribute to her Indian-origin mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, before a jubilant crowd. India: Assam erupts in protests after minor girl allegedly gangraped in Nagaon A young girl from the Indian state of Assam's Nagaon district was allegedly gangraped on Thursday (August 22) evening while she was on her way home. The alleged incident sparked widespread protests on Friday (August 23) and resulted in an indefinite shutdown of shops and businesses. 'Right to disconnect': Australians will now be free to ignore bosses after work Australians are days away from being able to ignore their bosses outside working hours as the country has passed a new law to handle the work-related stress of employees. Cricketer Shakib Al Hasan charged with alleged murder during Bangladesh unrest Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is among the 147 people charged with the murder of a garment worker during the protests in the country (in early August), per the latest report. Rafiqul Islam, the father of the deceased Mohammed Rubel, filed the complaint against Shakib and others at Dhaka’s Adabor Police Station, an officer at the station confirmed. BTS member Suga appears before police for e-scooter drunk driving K-pop star Suga, a member of the boy band supergroup BTS, appeared before police on Friday for further questioning over a case of drunk driving on an electric scooter.

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Mamata Banerjee, chief minister of the Indian state of&nbsp;West Bengal, where a junior doctor was raped and murdered earlier this month, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Aug 22), urging him to enact stricter laws on sexual assault. In other news, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Ukraine attempted to attack the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Russian&nbsp;region near the border. This area experienced an incursion by Ukraine&nbsp;over two weeks ago.

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Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal state, where a junior doctor was raped and murdered earlier this month, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Aug 22), urging him to enact stricter laws on sexual assault. The case is now being investigated by India’s premier agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), following an order by the Calcutta High Court.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday (August 22) that Ukraine attempted to attack the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Russian&nbsp;region near the border. This area experienced an incursion by Kyiv over two weeks ago.

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Bodies of all men missing after the Bayesian superyacht sank off the coast of Italy's Sicily have been found, including UK tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, a coastguard official told news agency AFP on Thursday (Aug 22).&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Thursday (Aug 22) in Warsaw that New Delhi was willing to offer any help to end the Ukraine conflict in consultation with friendly nations. He also reiterated that war can't be solution to any conflict and that diplomacy was the only way forward.

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Delhi Police busted an al-Qaeda-linked terror network and detained&nbsp;14 people from the states of Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, PTI reported on Thursday (August 22).

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Ahead of the United States&nbsp;presidential election, American authorities are investigating some US citizens who had worked with or contributed to Russian state media, amid fears that Moscow's intelligence agencies are trying to muddy the waters of American politics through propaganda campaigns.

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Ten years after Hollywood Director Frank Darabont's&nbsp;The Shawshank Redemption&nbsp;(1994) redefined the meaning of 'hope' for the world — "hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies" — a 43-year-old Barack Obama turned up to sell the 'politics of hope' at 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston while endorsing John Kerry on the presidential ticket that year.

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Two venues in London, one each in Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham, will host the five Tests between England and India next summer, the BCCI confirmed in a social media post. Team India will begin their tour with the first Test at Headingley starting June 20, while Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford and the Oval will host the remaining four Tests, respectively.

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Lionsgate pulled up its latest trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s epic&nbsp;Megalopolis.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Megalopolis&nbsp;trailer was problematic and raised a lot of doubts about the authenticity of the production.

Mamata Banerjee, chief minister of the Indian state of West Bengal, where a junior doctor was raped and murdered earlier this month, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Aug 22), urging him to enact stricter laws on sexual assault.

Mamata Banerjee, chief minister of the Indian state of West Bengal, where a junior doctor was raped and murdered earlier this month, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Aug 22), urging him to enact stricter laws on sexual assault. In other news, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Ukraine attempted to attack the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Russian region near the border. This area experienced an incursion by Ukraine over two weeks ago. Click on the headlines to read more Kolkata horror: CBI rules out gangrape in Kolkata case Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal state, where a junior doctor was raped and murdered earlier this month, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Aug 22), urging him to enact stricter laws on sexual assault. The case is now being investigated by India’s premier agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), following an order by the Calcutta High Court. Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking Kursk nuclear plant; Modi's message before Ukraine visit Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday (August 22) that Ukraine attempted to attack the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Russian region near the border. This area experienced an incursion by Kyiv over two weeks ago. Sicily yacht sinking: Bodies of all men, including UK tech tycoon Lynch, found Bodies of all men missing after the Bayesian superyacht sank off the coast of Italy's Sicily have been found, including UK tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, a coastguard official told news agency AFP on Thursday (Aug 22). 'Not an era of war': PM Modi repeats Ukraine peace pitch from Poland's Warsaw Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Thursday (Aug 22) in Warsaw that New Delhi was willing to offer any help to end the Ukraine conflict in consultation with friendly nations. He also reiterated that war can't be solution to any conflict and that diplomacy was the only way forward. Delhi Police arrest 14, bust al-Qaeda-linked terror module across three states Delhi Police busted an al-Qaeda-linked terror network and detained 14 people from the states of Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, PTI reported on Thursday (August 22). US probes American contributors to Russian TV programmes; FBI raids properties Ahead of the United States presidential election, American authorities are investigating some US citizens who had worked with or contributed to Russian state media, amid fears that Moscow's intelligence agencies are trying to muddy the waters of American politics through propaganda campaigns. Cast From The Past: When Barack Obama's 2004 DNC speech propelled him to White House in 2008 Ten years after Hollywood Director Frank Darabont's The Shawshank Redemption (1994) redefined the meaning of 'hope' for the world — "hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies" — a 43-year-old Barack Obama turned up to sell the 'politics of hope' at 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston while endorsing John Kerry on the presidential ticket that year. Why SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch’s ties with Blackstone warrant an investigation Amid ongoing controversy between Hindenburg Research and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chief Madhabi Puri Buch, the latter’s ties with US equity major Blackstone have also come under greater scrutiny. Experts are calling for an investigation over Buch’s alleged conflict of interest in all Blackstone-related matters as SEBI chairperson. England vs India 2025: Lord’s, Manchester among five venues locked in Two venues in London, one each in Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham, will host the five Tests between England and India next summer, the BCCI confirmed in a social media post. Team India will begin their tour with the first Test at Headingley starting June 20, while Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford and the Oval will host the remaining four Tests, respectively. Lionsgate apologises for false quotes in Coppola's Megalopolis trailer Lionsgate pulled up its latest trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s epic Megalopolis. The Megalopolis trailer was problematic and raised a lot of doubts about the authenticity of the production.

Top 10 world news: CBI rules out gangrape in Kolkata case; Russia-Ukraine war updates, and more

Amid an ongoing nationwide strike by Indian medics over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, the Indian government assured&nbsp;them of&nbsp;the formation of a committee that will suggest measures for the safety of healthcare professionals. IDF on Saturday stepped up attacks in Lebanon and Gaza, killing a total of 27 people in two separate attacks.&nbsp;The London Fire Brigade (LFB)&nbsp;said it rushed over 100 firefighters and more than a dozen fire engines to Somerset House, a historic arts venue,&nbsp;after receiving a call just before noon (local time).&nbsp;

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The Union Health Ministry of India on Saturday (August 17) urged the doctors to end their nationwide strike.

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Even as United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called on Israel to pause fighting in Gaza to facilitate a polio vaccination campaign, the Jewish country stepped up attacks on Saturday (Aug 17), killing at least 17 in the town of Zawayda.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday (August 17), that his army is "strengthening" their positions in Russia's Kursk region, where Ukraine has been conducting a major ground offensive for over 11 days.

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The United States is experiencing its worst summer Covid wave in more than two years, leading to increased infections and hospital visits.

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London's&nbsp;Somerset House, a historic arts venue, was closed temporarily on Saturday (Aug 17) after a major fire incident.

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First cases of mpox have been detected outside of Africa with the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the recent outbreak&nbsp;of the disease as a public health emergency of international concern after the new variant of the virus was identified.

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Former United States&nbsp;President Donald Trump has come under fire for claiming that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is "much better" than the highest US military decoration Medal of Honor.

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Shopping malls in India's Gurugram received a bomb threat on Saturday (Aug 17) morning, prompting evacuations and searches by law enforcement agencies.

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Arne Slot got off to a winning Premier League start as Liverpool manager thanks to two quickfire goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah in a 2-0 win at newly-promoted Ipswich on Saturday.

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The winning bid included unpublished photos of Ferrandini in costume and a letter of authenticity from his wife.

Amid an ongoing nationwide strike by Indian medics over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, the Indian government assured them of the formation of a committee that will suggest measures for the safety of healthcare professionals.

Amid an ongoing nationwide strike by Indian medics over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, the Indian government assured them of the formation of a committee that will suggest measures for the safety of healthcare professionals. IDF on Saturday stepped up attacks in Lebanon and Gaza, killing a total of 27 people in two separate attacks. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) said it rushed over 100 firefighters and more than a dozen fire engines to Somerset House, a historic arts venue, after receiving a call just before noon (local time). Click on the headlines to read more India: Health ministry urges doctors to end nationwide strike, promises safety reforms The Union Health Ministry of India on Saturday (August 17) urged the doctors to end their nationwide strike. IDF kills 27 in separate attacks in Gaza, Lebanon; Hamas dismisses truce claims Even as United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called on Israel to pause fighting in Gaza to facilitate a polio vaccination campaign, the Jewish country stepped up attacks on Saturday (Aug 17), killing at least 17 in the town of Zawayda. Ukraine tightens grip in Russia's Kursk; Germany slashes military aid to Kyiv Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday (August 17), that his army is "strengthening" their positions in Russia's Kursk region, where Ukraine has been conducting a major ground offensive for over 11 days. US hit by worst Covid wave since 2022, hospitalisation rate soars The United States is experiencing its worst summer Covid wave in more than two years, leading to increased infections and hospital visits. Video: London's historic Somerset House closed after major fire incident, 100 firefighters deployed London's Somerset House, a historic arts venue, was closed temporarily on Saturday (Aug 17) after a major fire incident. Mpox crisis updates: Pakistan adopts safety measures; WHO says no need to close borders First cases of mpox have been detected outside of Africa with the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the recent outbreak of the disease as a public health emergency of international concern after the new variant of the virus was identified. Kamala Harris campaign, war veterans slam Trump's 'asinine comments' on Medal of Honor Former United States President Donald Trump has come under fire for claiming that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is "much better" than the highest US military decoration Medal of Honor. Shopping malls in India's Gurugram, Noida receive bomb threats Shopping malls in India's Gurugram received a bomb threat on Saturday (Aug 17) morning, prompting evacuations and searches by law enforcement agencies. Premier League: Liverpool manager Arne Slot off to winning start at Ipswich Arne Slot got off to a winning Premier League start as Liverpool manager thanks to two quickfire goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah in a 2-0 win at newly-promoted Ipswich on Saturday. Iconic Indiana Jones fedora fetches $630,000 at auction The winning bid included unpublished photos of Ferrandini in costume and a letter of authenticity from his wife.

Top 10 world news: India urges medics to end nationwide strike; Israel-Gaza war updates, and more

India's top poll body, the Election Commission of India, on Friday released the polling schedule for the assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;In Jammu and Kashmir, polls will be held in three phases, starting September 18.&nbsp;Results will be declared on October 4 for both the states. Furthering efforts to end the war in Gaza, the US, Qatar and Egypt released a joint statement laying out&nbsp;a “bridging proposal”.&nbsp;The mediators said that “serious and constructive” negotiations had taken place in Doha, Qatar’s capital city. In India's Kolkata murder and rape case, police have clarified that 150gm of semen was not found in the victim's body.

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday (Aug 16)&nbsp;announced the schedule for the upcoming assembly elections in the state of Haryana and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K).&nbsp;

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The US, Qatar and Egypt on Friday (Aug 16) issued a joint statement putting forward a “bridging proposal” to end the war in Gaza and pave the way for the release of hostages held by Hamas.

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In the horrific Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, the Kolkata police have clarified that earlier reports of 150 grammes or 150 mg of semen found in the victim's body were wrong.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 16) received a phone call from the chief advisor to the new interim government in Bangladesh,&nbsp;Professor Muhammad Yunus.&nbsp;

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The members of the security cabinet in Israel have received a warning that Iran and Hezbollah may try to assassinate a top security official of Israel, as reported by the Ynet news site.

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Amid ongoing offensive in Russia’s Kursk region, Ukrainian authorities have ordered evacuation in the eastern city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region.&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (August 16) and appealed to the latter ‘to de-escalate the situation’ in West Asia.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared&nbsp;that an outbreak of&nbsp;mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact, represented&nbsp;a global health emergency for the second time in two years.

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India’s Vinesh Phogat penned an emotional note after she was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 in the wrestling event.

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Kannada actor Rishab Shetty's incredible performance in&nbsp;Kantara&nbsp;has fetched him the Best Actor award at the recently announced National Film Awards.&nbsp;

India's top poll body, the Election Commission of India, on Friday released the polling schedule for the assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir. In Jammu and Kashmir, polls will be held in three phases, starting September 18.

India's top poll body, the Election Commission of India, on Friday released the polling schedule for the assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir. In Jammu and Kashmir, polls will be held in three phases, starting September 18. Results will be declared on October 4 for both the states. Furthering efforts to end the war in Gaza, the US, Qatar and Egypt released a joint statement laying out a “bridging proposal”. The mediators said that “serious and constructive” negotiations had taken place in Doha, Qatar’s capital city. In India's Kolkata murder and rape case, police have clarified that 150gm of semen was not found in the victim's body. Click on the headlines to read more Election Commission of India announces Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana poll schedule; counting on Oct 4 The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday (Aug 16) announced the schedule for the upcoming assembly elections in the state of Haryana and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Gaza war: US, Qatar and Egypt put forward ‘bridging proposal’, Hamas rejects Israel’s conditions The US, Qatar and Egypt on Friday (Aug 16) issued a joint statement putting forward a “bridging proposal” to end the war in Gaza and pave the way for the release of hostages held by Hamas. Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Reports of 150gm semen in victim's body not true, say police In the horrific Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, the Kolkata police have clarified that earlier reports of 150 grammes or 150 mg of semen found in the victim's body were wrong. 'He assured protection of Hindus,' PM Modi after talking to Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 16) received a phone call from the chief advisor to the new interim government in Bangladesh, Professor Muhammad Yunus. Israel's security cabinet faces assassination threat from Iran, Hezbollah The members of the security cabinet in Israel have received a warning that Iran and Hezbollah may try to assassinate a top security official of Israel, as reported by the Ynet news site. Russia launches its own offensive after Kursk attack, forces evacuation in Ukraine’s Pokrovsk Amid ongoing offensive in Russia’s Kursk region, Ukrainian authorities have ordered evacuation in the eastern city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. PM Modi appeals for de-escalation, calls for release of hostages in talks with Israel's Netanyahu Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (August 16) and appealed to the latter ‘to de-escalate the situation’ in West Asia. Mpox crisis: Pakistan detects three cases, China to monitor arrivals of people, goods| Top updates The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared that an outbreak of mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact, represented a global health emergency for the second time in two years. Vinesh Phogat pens emotional note after Paris Olympics heartbreak; pays tribute to late father India’s Vinesh Phogat penned an emotional note after she was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 in the wrestling event. Rishab Shetty on winning National Award for Kantara: Dedicate it to Kannada audience, Daiva Nartakas Kannada actor Rishab Shetty's incredible performance in Kantara has fetched him the Best Actor award at the recently announced National Film Awards.

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian Supreme leader, blasted&nbsp;Israel today for its "psychological warfare".&nbsp;Slamming the "enemy psychological warfare," Iran's supreme leader Khamenei stressed that any "non-tactical retreat — be it military, political, or economic — invites 'divine wrath', as per the Holy Quran".&nbsp;In Assam's biggest city Guwahati, the police were seen having cordoned off several roads,&nbsp;including stretches of Zoo Road, the Ulubari-Rajgarh connecting road, and Narengi after reports came that&nbsp;banned outfit United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) had delivered a bomb threat. In other news, new&nbsp;details have emerged around Ukraine’s ongoing offensive deep inside Russian territory, throwing light on the extent of unpreparedness of President Vladimir Putin’s regime.

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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday (August 14) condemned Israel for its "psychological warfare" aimed at forcing Tehran to reconsider retaliation for the assassination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in the country.

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Security forces in northeast India's Assam state responded with a heightened state of alert after the banned outfit United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) on Thursday (August 15) delivered a bomb threat.&nbsp;

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Palestinian Authority President Mahmud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child."

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On the three-year anniversary of the Taliban's return to power, the group's supreme leader said in a speech that implementing Islamic law in the country was a "lifelong responsibility" for the Afghanistan rulers.

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The cross-border attack, which began on August 6, caught Russian soldiers off guard and some of them were having coffee in the woods at that moment, according to an account of a Ukrainian soldier published by the Financial Times.

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The Biden administration this week has negotiated deals with major pharmaceutical companies to lower the prices of 10 of Medicare’s most widely used and expensive drugs.&nbsp;

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Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday (Aug 15) extended his Independence Day greetings to the nation, saying freedom was a protective shield woven into the Constitution.

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A team of UN experts will visit Bangladesh next week to investigate the killings of the protesters ahead of and in the aftermath of Sheikh Hasina's resignation as the prime minister last week, it was announced on Thursday.

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Former India cricketer and legendary Test batter VVS Laxman is all set to extend his stay as the head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) according to&nbsp;the latest reports on Thursday (Aug 15).

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Stree 2&nbsp;picks up from where&nbsp;Stree&nbsp;had ended. After being haunted for years by a veiled ghost who targeted men in dark, lonely streets, Vicky and the town of Chanderi were able to give&nbsp;Stree the respect that she had craved and set her free.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian Supreme leader, blasted Israel today for its "psychological warfare". Slamming the "enemy psychological warfare," Iran's supreme leader Khamenei stressed that any "non-tactical retreat — be it military, political, or economic — invites 'divine wrath', as per the Holy Quran".

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian Supreme leader, blasted Israel today for its "psychological warfare". Slamming the "enemy psychological warfare," Iran's supreme leader Khamenei stressed that any "non-tactical retreat — be it military, political, or economic — invites 'divine wrath', as per the Holy Quran". In Assam's biggest city Guwahati, the police were seen having cordoned off several roads, including stretches of Zoo Road, the Ulubari-Rajgarh connecting road, and Narengi after reports came that banned outfit United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) had delivered a bomb threat. In other news, new details have emerged around Ukraine’s ongoing offensive deep inside Russian territory, throwing light on the extent of unpreparedness of President Vladimir Putin’s regime. Click on the headlines to read more Backing down from retaliating against Israel would invite ‘divine wrath’: Iran supreme leader Khamenei Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday (August 14) condemned Israel for its "psychological warfare" aimed at forcing Tehran to reconsider retaliation for the assassination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in the country. Bomb scare in Assam after ULFA (I) claims it planted explosives at 19 locations Security forces in northeast India's Assam state responded with a heightened state of alert after the banned outfit United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) on Thursday (August 15) delivered a bomb threat. Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas vows to visit Gaza, says ‘our life is not more worthy’ than a child’s Palestinian Authority President Mahmud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child." Sharia rule a 'lifelong responsibility': Akhundzada on three years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan On the three-year anniversary of the Taliban's return to power, the group's supreme leader said in a speech that implementing Islamic law in the country was a "lifelong responsibility" for the Afghanistan rulers. ‘Russians were unarmed, having coffee,’ Ukrainian soldier recounts moment they invaded Kursk The cross-border attack, which began on August 6, caught Russian soldiers off guard and some of them were having coffee in the woods at that moment, according to an account of a Ukrainian soldier published by the Financial Times. Biden, Harris strike major pharma deal to cut Medicare drug prices The Biden administration this week has negotiated deals with major pharmaceutical companies to lower the prices of 10 of Medicare’s most widely used and expensive drugs. ‘Freedom our biggest shield,’ says Rahul Gandhi in I-Day message; Congress releases LoP's report card Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday (Aug 15) extended his Independence Day greetings to the nation, saying freedom was a protective shield woven into the Constitution. UN to send fact-finding team to crisis-hit Bangladesh, first since 1971 A team of UN experts will visit Bangladesh next week to investigate the killings of the protesters ahead of and in the aftermath of Sheikh Hasina's resignation as the prime minister last week, it was announced on Thursday. VVS Laxman to get contract extension as head of the National Cricket Academy Former India cricketer and legendary Test batter VVS Laxman is all set to extend his stay as the head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) according to the latest reports on Thursday (Aug 15). Stree 2 review: Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor's film expands its universe, Abhishek Banerjee shines Stree 2 picks up from where Stree had ended. After being haunted for years by a veiled ghost who targeted men in dark, lonely streets, Vicky and the town of Chanderi were able to give Stree the respect that she had craved and set her free.

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Two NATO air bases in Germany were sealed off after suspected sabotage. From Paris, the development emerged that ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat won't be given a silver medal after she failed to weigh as per her category hours before her final bout at the quadrennial event.&nbsp;

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A NATO air base in Geilenkirchen, Germany, about 622 km west of Berlin,&nbsp;was sealed off on Wednesday (August 14) due to a suspected sabotage incident, according to a spokesperson from the German military’s Territorial Command in Berlin. 
 
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The Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) has dismissed wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal against disqualification from women's 50kg&nbsp;freestyle gold medal bout at&nbsp;Paris Olympics 2024. The decision was announced on Wednesday (Aug 14).

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Throwing the country into a political conundrum,&nbsp;Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday (Aug 14) removed Prime Minister&nbsp;Srettha Thavisin from office in an ethics case.&nbsp;

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Two French Mirage fighter jets reportedly crashed mid-air on Wednesday&nbsp;(Aug 14)&nbsp;morning in France’s north-eastern region, triggering the launch of a massive search and rescue operation. The jets collided on the border between Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle, south of Colombey-les-Belles.

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Ukraine on&nbsp;Wednesday (Aug 14) said that its forces had advanced&nbsp;deeper into Russia’s Kursk region as Moscow faces the biggest incursion since World War 2. The offensive began on August 6 and has now affected at least three regions of the country, posing a major security challenge for strongman President Vladimir Putin.

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Two NATO air bases in Germany were sealed off after suspected sabotage. From Paris, the development emerged that ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat won't be given a silver medal after she failed to weigh as per her category hours before her final bout at the quadrennial event.

Two NATO air bases in Germany were sealed off after suspected sabotage. From Paris, the development emerged that ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat won't be given a silver medal after she failed to weigh as per her category hours before her final bout at the quadrennial event. Click here to read more: Two NATO bases in Germany sealed off after suspected sabotage A NATO air base in Geilenkirchen, Germany, about 622 km west of Berlin, was sealed off on Wednesday (August 14) due to a suspected sabotage incident, according to a spokesperson from the German military’s Territorial Command in Berlin. Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict: Wrestler's appeal for joint-silver medal dismissed The Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) has dismissed wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal against disqualification from women's 50kg freestyle gold medal bout at Paris Olympics 2024. The decision was announced on Wednesday (Aug 14). Political chaos in Thailand: PM Srettha Thavisin removed from office by court Throwing the country into a political conundrum, Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday (Aug 14) removed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office in an ethics case. Two French Mirage fighter jets crash mid-air, search launched for two missing pilots Two French Mirage fighter jets reportedly crashed mid-air on Wednesday (Aug 14) morning in France’s north-eastern region, triggering the launch of a massive search and rescue operation. The jets collided on the border between Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle, south of Colombey-les-Belles. Ukraine forces advance 2 km inside Russia’s Kursk, claims Zelensky; India issues advisory Ukraine on Wednesday (Aug 14) said that its forces had advanced deeper into Russia’s Kursk region as Moscow faces the biggest incursion since World War 2. The offensive began on August 6 and has now affected at least three regions of the country, posing a major security challenge for strongman President Vladimir Putin. President Murmu recalls horrors of partition, says social justice top priority of Modi government India's President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on Wednesday (August 14) on the eve of the 78th Independence Day. "Modi government has taken numerous initiatives for the welfare of SC, ST, and marginalised sections. Social justice is top priority of Modi government," President Murmu said. Will Sheikh Hasina be extradited? × Donald Trump whitewashes Kamala Harris? Calls her 'beautiful' like wife Melania Less than a month after stepping up as the Democratic presidential candidate, US Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the race, moving ahead in polls and attracting large crowds at rallies across the United States. This week, the presumptive presidential candidate for the Democratic Party also landed the cover of Time Magazine. Post Vienna scare: Unticketed Taylor Swift fans banned from standing outside London stadium New safety measures have been put in place for Taylor Swift’s concert in London. This will be the first time that the American singer will perform, after three concerts were cancelled in the Austrian capital city, Vienna.

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Sheikh Hasina&nbsp;on Tuesday released her first statement since her August 5 ouster as Bangladesh prime minister&nbsp;and demanded punishment for those involved in the riots.&nbsp;The statement, released through her son Sajeeb Wazed, called on the Bangladeshi nationals to observe the National Mourning Day on 15th August “with due dignity and solemnity”. In other news, the Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS) delayed its verdict on&nbsp;Vinesh Phogat's plea over&nbsp;her disqualification ahead of 50kg freestyle gold medal bout in Paris Olympics. Meanwhile,&nbsp;India's opposition Congress party earlier&nbsp;demanded&nbsp;the removal of SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch following the&nbsp;accusations made by&nbsp;Hindenburg. It also announced it would launch a nationwide campaign to further pile pressure over the SEBI chief and the government.

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The former prime minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has released her first statement since her August 5 ouster and demanded punishment for those involved in the riots, news agency Reuters reported.

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The Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS) has delayed the verdict for Vinesh Phogat&nbsp;in response to her disqualification appeal from 50kg freestyle gold medal bout at the recently-concluded Paris Olympics 2024 till August 16.

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India's principal opposition party Congress&nbsp;on Tuesday (August 13)&nbsp;announced that it&nbsp;will launch a nationwide agitation on August 22 over US short-seller Hindenburg's latest report claiming a nexus between the SEBI chairperson and the Adani Group.&nbsp;

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Israeli prime minister's office (PMO) has clapped back after Defence Minister Yoav Gallant called Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of achieving a "total victory" over Hamas in the ongoing war "gibberish".&nbsp;

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The flood scare is back in the Indian capital city of New Delhi as the water level in the Yamuna River was expected to breach the danger mark of 204.5 metres on Tuesday&nbsp;(Aug 13) evening.

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A United Nations report has criticised Canada for not adequately protecting the rights of migrant workers, highlighting that its "Temporary Foreign Worker Program" is a "breeding ground" for contemporary forms of slavery.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to "expel the enemy" from Russian territory after it was reported that Ukrainian forces had taken control of numerous Russian villages.

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Hours after hosting former US president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for an online discussion on X, billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday (Aug 13) invited Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris for a similar conversation.

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The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday (August 13) ordered the transfer of the probe into the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in the&nbsp;Indian state of&nbsp;West Bengal.

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Sridevi would have been 61 today (Aug&nbsp;13). The late actress's husband, Boney Kapoor and their daughter Khushi Kapoor took to social media to remember the iconic actress and mark the special day.&nbsp;

Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday released her first statement since her August 5 ouster as Bangladesh prime minister and demanded punishment for those involved in the riots.

Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday released her first statement since her August 5 ouster as Bangladesh prime minister and demanded punishment for those involved in the riots. The statement, released through her son Sajeeb Wazed, called on the Bangladeshi nationals to observe the National Mourning Day on 15th August “with due dignity and solemnity”. In other news, the Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS) delayed its verdict on Vinesh Phogat's plea over her disqualification ahead of 50kg freestyle gold medal bout in Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, India's opposition Congress party earlier demanded the removal of SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch following the accusations made by Hindenburg. It also announced it would launch a nationwide campaign to further pile pressure over the SEBI chief and the government. Click on the headlines to read more ‘Bangabandhu grossly insulted, I want justice...,’ Sheikh Hasina issues first statement after Aug 5 ouster The former prime minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has released her first statement since her August 5 ouster and demanded punishment for those involved in the riots, news agency Reuters reported. Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict: Wrestler's appeal for Olympic medal deferred till August 16 The Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS) has delayed the verdict for Vinesh Phogat in response to her disqualification appeal from 50kg freestyle gold medal bout at the recently-concluded Paris Olympics 2024 till August 16. Congress to launch nationwide agitation over Hindenburg’s SEBI chief-Adani nexus claim India's principal opposition party Congress on Tuesday (August 13) announced that it will launch a nationwide agitation on August 22 over US short-seller Hindenburg's latest report claiming a nexus between the SEBI chairperson and the Adani Group. Internal war in Israeli cabinet? PM Netanyahu and Defence Minister Gallant exchange fiery words Israeli prime minister's office (PMO) has clapped back after Defence Minister Yoav Gallant called Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of achieving a "total victory" over Hamas in the ongoing war "gibberish". Flood to hit Delhi ‘in few hours’? Yamuna expected to breach danger mark soon The flood scare is back in the Indian capital city of New Delhi as the water level in the Yamuna River was expected to breach the danger mark of 204.5 metres on Tuesday (Aug 13) evening. UN report slams Canada’s human rights record, says Ottawa fails to protect vulnerable workers A United Nations report has criticised Canada for not adequately protecting the rights of migrant workers, highlighting that its "Temporary Foreign Worker Program" is a "breeding ground" for contemporary forms of slavery. Putin vows to expel enemy from Russian territory as Ukraine claims control of 1,000 sq. km Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to "expel the enemy" from Russian territory after it was reported that Ukrainian forces had taken control of numerous Russian villages. US presidential election: After Donald Trump, Elon Musk invites Kamala Harris for online discussion on X Hours after hosting former US president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for an online discussion on X, billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday (Aug 13) invited Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris for a similar conversation. Calcutta High Court orders CBI probe into brutal rape and murder of trainee doctor in West Bengal The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday (August 13) ordered the transfer of the probe into the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in the Indian state of West Bengal. On Sridevi's birth anniversary, Khushi Kapoor shares an unseen photo with the actress Sridevi would have been 61 today (Aug 13). The late actress's husband, Boney Kapoor and their daughter Khushi Kapoor took to social media to remember the iconic actress and mark the special day.

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Pakistan army on Monday (August 12) announced the arrest of former ISI chief Lt Gen (retd.) Faiz Hameed. Court martial proceedings have been initiated against Hameed&nbsp;—&nbsp;a supporter of former PM Imran Khan&nbsp;—&nbsp;in connection with a housing scheme scandal, said the Pakistan army.

In other news,&nbsp;Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, the cult leader behind one of the worst cult-related tragedies in the world, went on trial Monday (August 12) in Kenya. The self-proclaimed pastor is behind the death of nearly 450 people whose bodies were discovered in the&nbsp;Shakahola forest last year.

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Pakistan army on Monday (August 12) announced the arrest of former ISI chief Lt Gen (retd.) Faiz Hameed. Court martial proceedings have been initiated against Hameed&nbsp;—&nbsp;a supporter of former PM Imran Khan&nbsp;—&nbsp;in connection with a housing scheme scandal, said the Pakistan army.

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Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, the cult leader behind one of the worst cult-related tragedies in the world, went on trial Monday (August 12) in Kenya. The self-proclaimed pastor is behind the death of nearly 450 people whose bodies were discovered in the&nbsp;Shakahola forest last year.

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Multiple passengers have been disembarked from flights by immigration staff at airports to curb the rising numbers of Pakistani nationals being involved in begging in Middle Eastern countries, according to a report by Dawn.

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Iran's former foreign minister Javad Zarif, who played a pivotal role in negotiating the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, announced on Monday (August 12) that he has resigned as the nation's vice president for strategic affairs.

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Qatari and Egyptian mediators in the ongoing Gaza war told Israel that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar wants a ceasefire deal, just three days ahead of a fresh round of truce talks, CNN reported on Sunday (Aug 11) citing an Israeli source.&nbsp;

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in a letter to Lt Governor VK&nbsp;Saxena, has said that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi would hoist the tricolour on Independence Day in his stead.&nbsp;

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Pakistan army on Monday (August 12) announced the arrest of former ISI chief Lt Gen (retd.) Faiz Hameed. Court martial proceedings have been initiated against Hameed — a supporter of former PM Imran Khan — in connection with a housing scheme scandal, said the Pakistan army.

Pakistan army on Monday (August 12) announced the arrest of former ISI chief Lt Gen (retd.) Faiz Hameed. Court martial proceedings have been initiated against Hameed — a supporter of former PM Imran Khan — in connection with a housing scheme scandal, said the Pakistan army. In other news, Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, the cult leader behind one of the worst cult-related tragedies in the world, went on trial Monday (August 12) in Kenya. The self-proclaimed pastor is behind the death of nearly 450 people whose bodies were discovered in the Shakahola forest last year. Click on the headlines to read more Pakistan army arrests former ISI chief Faiz Hameed; court martial proceedings initiated Pakistan army on Monday (August 12) announced the arrest of former ISI chief Lt Gen (retd.) Faiz Hameed. Court martial proceedings have been initiated against Hameed — a supporter of former PM Imran Khan — in connection with a housing scheme scandal, said the Pakistan army. Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, self-proclaimed pastor behind Kenya starvation cult goes on trial Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, the cult leader behind one of the worst cult-related tragedies in the world, went on trial Monday (August 12) in Kenya. The self-proclaimed pastor is behind the death of nearly 450 people whose bodies were discovered in the Shakahola forest last year. London stabbing: Girl, 11, woman stabbed at Leicester Square; suspect arrested Just days after the Southport stabbing incident that threw the United Kingdom into a period of unrest, an 11-year-old girl and a 34-year-old woman were stabbed in London's Leicester Square. Pak authorites crack down on 'fake' tourists heading to Middle East to beg Multiple passengers have been disembarked from flights by immigration staff at airports to curb the rising numbers of Pakistani nationals being involved in begging in Middle Eastern countries, according to a report by Dawn. Hindenburg report: $5bn mutual fund money invested in 10 Adani Group companies As much as $4.98 billion (Rs 41,814 crore) worth of investments have been made by mutual funds in 10 companies belonging to the Adani Group, a report by US-based short-seller Hindenburg Research has revealed. Iran's 2015 nuclear deal negotiator Javad Zarif resigns from new post Iran's former foreign minister Javad Zarif, who played a pivotal role in negotiating the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, announced on Monday (August 12) that he has resigned as the nation's vice president for strategic affairs. Gaza war | Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar wants ceasefire deal: Mediators tell Israel Qatari and Egyptian mediators in the ongoing Gaza war told Israel that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar wants a ceasefire deal, just three days ahead of a fresh round of truce talks, CNN reported on Sunday (Aug 11) citing an Israeli source. Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, or LG who will hoist flag on Independence Day? Here's the controversy Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in a letter to Lt Governor VK Saxena, has said that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi would hoist the tricolour on Independence Day in his stead. Here's how much cash prize Indian athletes receive for winning medals at Paris India finished the Paris Olympics 2024 campaign with six medals - four by individuals and two in team events, including one by the men's hockey team. Among the six medals won by India, five were bronze and one was silver, bagged by Neeraj Chopra in the men's javelin throw. Are You Sure?! Ep 1 and 2 Highlights: Jungkook and Jimin’s travel show is fun Jung Kook and Jimin can’t stop having fun. With their latest travel show Are You Sure?! that is currently streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar, the two BTS stars are experiencing life and giving new meaning to adventures.

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Bangladesh's ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina claimed that had she allowed the US to take over the St. Martin's Island, she would have still been the country's prime minister. In India, the short seller Hindenbrug's latest report on the Indian stock regulator chairperson's alleged stakes in an Adani-linked offshore funds has raised some pressing questions.&nbsp;

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Death toll from the garbage landslide at a landfill in Uganda's capital Kampala has gone up to 12, said the police on Sunday (August 11).&nbsp;A day earlier, on Saturday (August 10), the Kiteezi landfill, triggered by torrential rains, had a massive collapse engulfing homes, livestock, and people under piles of rubbish.

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Opposition parties in India have strongly reacted to the US-based short-seller Hindenburg's allegations on Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson&nbsp;Madhabi Puri Buch and the Adani group. In its report, Hindenburg alleged, on Saturday (Aug 10), that Buch previously held investments in certain offshore funds that were also used by Adani Group.

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In his first televised interview after stepping back from the 2024 presidential race, President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning about Republican candidate Donald Trump, labelling him "a genuine danger to American security."

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To tackle forced labour, the United States has banned imports from five more Chinese companies. It has targeted China-based firms accused of using Uighur forced labour for profit.&nbsp;

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India's javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra wants to compete with international stars in India. His comments came after winning a silver medal in men's javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj had won the gold medal in the same event in Tokyo 2021.

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The lawyer of the main suspect in a foiled plot to carry out an attack at&nbsp;Taylor&nbsp;Swift&nbsp;concert in Vienna on Sunday sought to play down the seriousness of the plan, saying her client was only "playing with ideas".

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Bangladesh's ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina claimed that had she allowed the US to take over the St. Martin's Island, she would have still been the country's prime minister.

Bangladesh's ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina claimed that had she allowed the US to take over the St. Martin's Island, she would have still been the country's prime minister. In India, the short seller Hindenbrug's latest report on the Indian stock regulator chairperson's alleged stakes in an Adani-linked offshore funds has raised some pressing questions. Click here to read more: Bangladesh's St. Martin Island: What a potential US airbase could mean for region A three square kilometre stretch of land, St Martin's Island in the northeastern part of the Bay of Bengal, has emerged as the point of focus in the ongoing Bangladesh crisis that led to the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government earlier this week. 'Disaster waiting to happen': Uganda garbage landslide death toll rises to 12; rescue efforts ongoing Death toll from the garbage landslide at a landfill in Uganda's capital Kampala has gone up to 12, said the police on Sunday (August 11). A day earlier, on Saturday (August 10), the Kiteezi landfill, triggered by torrential rains, had a massive collapse engulfing homes, livestock, and people under piles of rubbish. Gaza war: Israel expands evacuation orders in Gaza Strip following school attack The Israeli military expanded evacuation orders in the Gaza Strip's Khan Younis late Saturday (Aug 10), forcing tens of thousands of Palestinian residents and displaced families to leave as explosions from tank shelling reverberated around them. Exclusive: Arshad Nadeem's first coach Fayaz Bukhari speaks to WION × Modi govt steeped in corruption...: Indian opposition reacts to Hindenburg's report on SEBI chief, Adani Group Opposition parties in India have strongly reacted to the US-based short-seller Hindenburg's allegations on Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and the Adani group. In its report, Hindenburg alleged, on Saturday (Aug 10), that Buch previously held investments in certain offshore funds that were also used by Adani Group. Joe Biden warns of ‘bloodbath’, calls Donald Trump a ‘genuine danger’ to democracy: ‘Mark my words...’ In his first televised interview after stepping back from the 2024 presidential race, President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning about Republican candidate Donald Trump, labelling him "a genuine danger to American security." US bans imports from five Chinese companies linked to Uighur forced labour and 'genocide' To tackle forced labour, the United States has banned imports from five more Chinese companies. It has targeted China-based firms accused of using Uighur forced labour for profit. India athlete Neeraj Chopra's next dream is not Olympic gold but to... India's javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra wants to compete with international stars in India. His comments came after winning a silver medal in men's javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj had won the gold medal in the same event in Tokyo 2021. Taylor Swift plot suspect's lawyer plays down attack plan The lawyer of the main suspect in a foiled plot to carry out an attack at Taylor Swift concert in Vienna on Sunday sought to play down the seriousness of the plan, saying her client was only "playing with ideas".

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Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam was appointed as acting chief justice of Bangladesh on Saturday. The news was&nbsp;confirmed&nbsp;by the Supreme Court's Public Relations Officer,&nbsp;Md Shafiqul Islam, following the resignation of&nbsp;Obaidul Hassan. Amid a series of terror attacks in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, two Indian Army soldiers were killed and two civilians were injured during an encounter in the Kokernag area in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district. In other news,&nbsp;CAS has postponed for a day its verdict on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's&nbsp;disqualification in the Paris Olympics.

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Appellate Division Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam was&nbsp;appointed as the acting chief justice of Bangladesh on Saturday after the resignation of&nbsp;Obaidul Hassan on Saturday (Aug 10)&nbsp;in the face of the protests against the previous government led by ousted&nbsp;Prime Minister&nbsp;Sheikh Hasina, local media reported.

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Two Indian Army soldiers were killed and two civilians were injured during an encounter in the Kokernag area in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

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Russia on Saturday (August 10) denied being engaged in any "public or obscure campaigns" in "fraudulent schemes" to recruit Indian nationals in the country's military amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poll-shows-trump-lagging-4-points-behind-harris-in-key-swing-states-749028">Harris leads Trump by four points in three key US states: Poll</a>

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With less than three months to go for the United States presidential&nbsp;election, Vice President Kamala Harris is ahead of&nbsp;former US President Donald&nbsp;Trump by four&nbsp;points in three key states.

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The post-mortem of a female trainee doctor found dead at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in the Indian city of&nbsp;Kolkata has confirmed that she was sexually assaulted before being murdered, media reports said while citing a senior police official on Saturday (August 10).

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (August 10) conducted an aerial survey of disaster-hit areas in the Indian state of Kerala's&nbsp;Wayanad district&nbsp;where landslides claimed hundreds of lives.

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Heavy rains have been lashing the Indian capital city of Delhi over the past weeks, unsafe buildings are collapsing like a house of cards and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is still sitting on a city-wide survey.&nbsp;

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In a major high-level interaction between India and the Maldives, Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is visiting the South Asian archipelago nation amid months of bilateral unease between the two sides since pro-China President Muhammad Muizzu was elected to power on an 'India Out' plank.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympics/news-vinesh-phogat-disqualification-cas-verdict-postponed-till-august-11-in-paris-olympics-case-749030">Vinesh Phogat disqualification: CAS verdict postponed till August 11 in Paris Olympics case</a>

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India’s Vinesh Phogat will have to wait for another day as the verdict for her Paris Olympics disqualification was postponed to Sunday (Aug 11).&nbsp;

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Kanye West aka Ye's wife Bianca Censori is no stranger to stirring pots with her controversial outfits. The Australian architect and model is often trolled online for wearing next to nothing on the streets.

Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam was appointed as acting chief justice of Bangladesh on Saturday. The news was confirmed by the Supreme Court's Public Relations Officer, Md Shafiqul Islam, following the resignation of Obaidul Hassan.

Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam was appointed as acting chief justice of Bangladesh on Saturday. The news was confirmed by the Supreme Court's Public Relations Officer, Md Shafiqul Islam, following the resignation of Obaidul Hassan. Amid a series of terror attacks in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, two Indian Army soldiers were killed and two civilians were injured during an encounter in the Kokernag area in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district. In other news, CAS has postponed for a day its verdict on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification in the Paris Olympics. Click on the headlines to read more Bangladesh gets acting chief justice after Obaidul Hassan's resignation Appellate Division Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam was appointed as the acting chief justice of Bangladesh on Saturday after the resignation of Obaidul Hassan on Saturday (Aug 10) in the face of the protests against the previous government led by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, local media reported. Jammu and Kashmir: Two Indian army soldiers killed, two civilians injured during Kokernag gunfight Two Indian Army soldiers were killed and two civilians were injured during an encounter in the Kokernag area in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district. Russian embassy in Delhi says Indian nationals 'voluntarily contracted for military service' Russia on Saturday (August 10) denied being engaged in any "public or obscure campaigns" in "fraudulent schemes" to recruit Indian nationals in the country's military amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Harris leads Trump by four points in three key US states: Poll With less than three months to go for the United States presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris is ahead of former US President Donald Trump by four points in three key states. Kolkata trainee doctor sexually assaulted, murdered; CM Mamata Banerjee promises strict action The post-mortem of a female trainee doctor found dead at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in the Indian city of Kolkata has confirmed that she was sexually assaulted before being murdered, media reports said while citing a senior police official on Saturday (August 10). Wayanad landslides: PM Modi conducts aerial survey of disaster-hit areas, meets victims' families Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (August 10) conducted an aerial survey of disaster-hit areas in the Indian state of Kerala's Wayanad district where landslides claimed hundreds of lives. Delhi rains: MCD’s slumber continues as another building collapse claims life Heavy rains have been lashing the Indian capital city of Delhi over the past weeks, unsafe buildings are collapsing like a house of cards and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is still sitting on a city-wide survey. Jaishankar in Maldives: India delivers drinking water project; Greater Malé Connectivity Project in focus In a major high-level interaction between India and the Maldives, Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is visiting the South Asian archipelago nation amid months of bilateral unease between the two sides since pro-China President Muhammad Muizzu was elected to power on an 'India Out' plank. Vinesh Phogat disqualification: CAS verdict postponed till August 11 in Paris Olympics case India’s Vinesh Phogat will have to wait for another day as the verdict for her Paris Olympics disqualification was postponed to Sunday (Aug 11). Kanye's wife Bianca Censori exposes butt cheeks in dangerously short dress; netizens are disgusted Kanye West aka Ye's wife Bianca Censori is no stranger to stirring pots with her controversial outfits. The Australian architect and model is often trolled online for wearing next to nothing on the streets.

Top 10 world news: Bangladesh unrest; two soldiers killed in Jammu-Kashmir, and more

Tim Walz, a 60-year-old veteran of the US Army National Guard and former teacher, has been picked as running mate by US Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the presidential elections.&nbsp;As governor, Walz has promoted a progressive agenda, which features free school meals, climate change goals, tax cuts for the middle class, and extended paid leave for workers in Minnesota. In other news,&nbsp;Lebanon-based&nbsp;militant group Hezbollah launched a major drone attack on two Israeli military targets on Tuesday. Local media reports said at least 19 people were injured in the attack. Also, Bangladesh parliament was dissolved today a day after now-former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country after resigning.

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Vice President Kamala Harris has announced Minnesota Governor&nbsp;Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 US Presidential Elections.

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Israeli media reported a large drone attack by Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah into northern Israel on Tuesday (Aug 6).

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A day after Bangladesh's now-former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country after resigning, the nation's president on Tuesday (August 6) dissolved the parliament.

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Tropical Storm Debby, which has triggered flash flood warnings in the US states of South Carolina and Georgia, left five dead in the southeastern United States on Tuesday (August 6).

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Several UK cities witnessed large violent protests over the last week, leading to the arrest of over 400 people and injuries&nbsp;to scores of policemen.

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In Israel, dozens of ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting against the nation's compulsory military service broke into a military base near Tel Aviv on Tuesday (August 6).

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Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina safely arrived in India on Monday (Aug 5) after fleeing her violence-hit nation.

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L K Advani, a prominent veteran Indian politician, was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday (August 6).

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On Tuesday (Aug 6), Neeraj Chopra's 89.34m throw took him to the men's javelin final in the Paris Olympics 2024 edition.&nbsp;

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Halsey went through what most girls would describe as "the worst nightmare for someone in their 20s" and she is candidly speaking about it.

Tim Walz, a 60-year-old veteran of the US Army National Guard and former teacher, has been picked as running mate by US Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the presidential elections.

Tim Walz, a 60-year-old veteran of the US Army National Guard and former teacher, has been picked as running mate by US Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the presidential elections. As governor, Walz has promoted a progressive agenda, which features free school meals, climate change goals, tax cuts for the middle class, and extended paid leave for workers in Minnesota. In other news, Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah launched a major drone attack on two Israeli military targets on Tuesday. Local media reports said at least 19 people were injured in the attack. Also, Bangladesh parliament was dissolved today a day after now-former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country after resigning. Click on the headlines to read more Vice President Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate Vice President Kamala Harris has announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 US Presidential Elections. Hezbollah targets Israeli military sites in major drone attack, IDF flies jets over Beirut Israeli media reported a large drone attack by Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah into northern Israel on Tuesday (Aug 6). Bangladesh Parliament dissolved by president; Hasina's rival Zia 'freed' after years of house arrest A day after Bangladesh's now-former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country after resigning, the nation's president on Tuesday (August 6) dissolved the parliament. Tropical Storm Debby kills five including two teenagers, moves through US southeast Tropical Storm Debby, which has triggered flash flood warnings in the US states of South Carolina and Georgia, left five dead in the southeastern United States on Tuesday (August 6). UK violence: 400 arrested, man assaulted in Belfast hate crime; police attacked with petrol bombs Several UK cities witnessed large violent protests over the last week, leading to the arrest of over 400 people and injuries to scores of policemen. Dozens of ultra-orthodox Jews break into Israel's Tel Hashomer army base to protest against conscription In Israel, dozens of ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting against the nation's compulsory military service broke into a military base near Tel Aviv on Tuesday (August 6). How Rafale jets and NSA Doval ensured Hasina’s security after she fled Bangladesh Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina safely arrived in India on Monday (Aug 5) after fleeing her violence-hit nation. LK Advani's health scare: BJP stalwart hospitalised again, condition stable L K Advani, a prominent veteran Indian politician, was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday (August 6). Paris Olympics: Without dropping a sweat! Neeraj Chopra enters men's javelin final with 89.34m throw - Watch On Tuesday (Aug 6), Neeraj Chopra's 89.34m throw took him to the men's javelin final in the Paris Olympics 2024 edition. Halsey suffered a miscarriage during a concert: ‘I was just 20, had to wear adult diaper’ Halsey went through what most girls would describe as "the worst nightmare for someone in their 20s" and she is candidly speaking about it.

Top 10 world news: Kamala Harris picks her running mate; Hezbollah targets IDF sites, and more

Amid increased regional tensions, UK and US on Saturday asked their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately.&nbsp;Earlier,&nbsp;Sweden announced the closure of its embassy in Beirut amid concerns that the Gaza war could spill over into Lebanon's territory. In Bangladesh,&nbsp;student leaders&nbsp;said they would carry on a planned nationwide civil disobedience campaign until Prime Minister&nbsp;Sheikh Hasina stepped down. In landslide-hit Wayanad of India's Kerala, rescuers launched a campaign to help survivors in the affected areas.&nbsp;The mission, spearheaded by the army, police, and emergency services, now includes private rescue firms and volunteers. Approximately 206 people are believed to be missing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-asks-its-nationals-to-leave-lebanon-using-any-available-ticket-amid-heightened-tensions-746882">US, UK ask their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately amid heightened tensions</a>

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Amid heightened regional tensions in West Asia, the US and the UK on Saturday (Aug 3)&nbsp;urged their citizens to leave Lebanon.&nbsp;

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Students Against Discrimination leader Nahid Islam, who has been leading the ongoing anti-government protests in Bangladesh, demanded on Saturday (Aug 3) that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina must resign and face trial&nbsp;for a police crackdown on protesters in July.

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Search operations in Wayanad’s Mundakkai and Chooralmala started early Saturday, involving over 1,300 rescuers, heavy machinery, and advanced tools to locate survivors from the landslides that have resulted in over 350&nbsp;deaths.

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)&nbsp;in a statement Saturday (Aug 3) said that Hamas&nbsp;leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran by a short-range projectile with a warhead of about seven&nbsp;kilograms.

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Indian opposition parties have launched a renewed campaign against the proposed&nbsp;Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, calling it "a direct threat” to freedom of speech.

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The Iranian government said on Saturday (Aug 3) that it expected Tehran-backed Hezbollah&nbsp;to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Lebanese militant group's commander.

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A shooting incident triggered panic in the&nbsp;district court complex of the Indian Union Territory of Chandigarh on Saturday afternoon (Aug 3).&nbsp;

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Kerala forest department officials successfully rescued a tribal family, including four young children, who were trapped in a cave following the Wayanad landslides.

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Italy woman boxer Angela Carini will be getting a prize money of $50,000 from the International Boxing Association (IBA) despite losing her welterweight Paris Olympics 2024 bout against Algeria's Imane Khelif.

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Amid increased regional tensions, UK and US on Saturday asked their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately. Earlier, Sweden announced the closure of its embassy in Beirut amid concerns that the Gaza war could spill over into Lebanon's territory.

Amid increased regional tensions, UK and US on Saturday asked their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately. Earlier, Sweden announced the closure of its embassy in Beirut amid concerns that the Gaza war could spill over into Lebanon's territory. In Bangladesh, student leaders said they would carry on a planned nationwide civil disobedience campaign until Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down. In landslide-hit Wayanad of India's Kerala, rescuers launched a campaign to help survivors in the affected areas. The mission, spearheaded by the army, police, and emergency services, now includes private rescue firms and volunteers. Approximately 206 people are believed to be missing. Click on the headlines to read more US, UK ask their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately amid heightened tensions Amid heightened regional tensions in West Asia, the US and the UK on Saturday (Aug 3) urged their citizens to leave Lebanon. Bangladesh unrest: PM Hasina must resign, face trial, says student leader Students Against Discrimination leader Nahid Islam, who has been leading the ongoing anti-government protests in Bangladesh, demanded on Saturday (Aug 3) that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina must resign and face trial for a police crackdown on protesters in July. Wayanad landslides: Over 1,300 rescuers battle aftermath as search operation intensifies Search operations in Wayanad’s Mundakkai and Chooralmala started early Saturday, involving over 1,300 rescuers, heavy machinery, and advanced tools to locate survivors from the landslides that have resulted in over 350 deaths. Iran says Israel used 'short-range projectile' with 7kg warhead to kill Hamas leader Haniyeh Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in a statement Saturday (Aug 3) said that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran by a short-range projectile with a warhead of about seven kilograms. 'Direct threat to freedom of speech,' Opposition blasts Indian govt over broadcasting bill Indian opposition parties have launched a renewed campaign against the proposed Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, calling it "a direct threat” to freedom of speech. Iran expects Hezbollah to hit deeper inside Israel after commander's killing The Iranian government said on Saturday (Aug 3) that it expected Tehran-backed Hezbollah to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Lebanese militant group's commander. India: Panic, chaos in Chandigarh court as suspended cop shoots dead bureaucrat son-in-law A shooting incident triggered panic in the district court complex of the Indian Union Territory of Chandigarh on Saturday afternoon (Aug 3). Kerala forest officials rescue 6 tribals, including 4 kids after Wayanad landslides in 8-hour mission Kerala forest department officials successfully rescued a tribal family, including four young children, who were trapped in a cave following the Wayanad landslides. Paris Games, Carini vs Khelif Fight Controversy: IBA to award Italian Angela Carini $50k despite losing fight Italy woman boxer Angela Carini will be getting a prize money of $50,000 from the International Boxing Association (IBA) despite losing her welterweight Paris Olympics 2024 bout against Algeria's Imane Khelif. Not one, but two! Wesley Snipes’ Blade breaks THESE Guinness World Records Deadpool & Wolverine is on a winning spree! Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman's movie continue to shatter box office records, and amidst this, the cameo appearance of Blade actor Wesley Snipes has not only broken one but two Guinness World Records.

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Russia on Thursday (August 1) released incarcerated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the United States, reported Bloomberg&nbsp;citing people familiar with the situation.&nbsp;In other news, Swapnil Kusale won his maiden bronze medal in the final of the Men’s 50m air rifle 3 position event. Swapnil finished with a score of 451.4, behind second-positioned Serhiy Kulish of Ukraine (461.3) and gold medallist Yukun Liu (463.6).&nbsp;

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Russia on Thursday (August 1) released incarcerated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the United States, Bloomberg reported while citing people familiar with the situation.&nbsp;

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History was made for India at the Paris Olympic Games 2024, as shooter Swapnil Kusale won his maiden bronze medal in the final of the Men’s 50m air rifle 3 position event. Swapnil finished with a score of 451.4, behind second-positioned Serhiy Kulish of Ukraine (461.3) and gold medallist Yukun Liu (463.6). Swapnil’s bronze is the third medal for India in this edition of the Summer Games, with all coming in the Shooting discipline.

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The Indian embassy in Lebanon's capital Beirut asked all nationals to leave the country in the wake of raging turmoil in West Asia days after Israel targeted a site in Beirut to kill a Hezbollah operative.&nbsp;

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Ismail Haniyeh, the Doha-based political bureau chief of Hamas, was assassinated using an explosive device that was smuggled into the guesthouse he was staying at in Tehran, Iran, according to a report in the&nbsp;New York Times.&nbsp;

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The Indian government on Thursday (Aug 1) offered a $300 million loan to build up Vietnam's maritime security to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.&nbsp;

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The Israeli military confirmed on Thursday (Aug 1) that&nbsp;Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas' military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza last month. The confirmation comes a day after the terror organisation's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh&nbsp;was assassinated in Tehran.&nbsp;

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Amid heavy rain in Uttarakhand on Wednesday (July 31), four people, including two children, were killed and several others were injured. Nearly 200 pilgrims on the Kedarnath Yatra route were also stranded.

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Emmanuel Macron has come under scrutiny after the French president jetted off for a holiday as the Olympics are underway in Paris. Macron taking a hiatus comes at a time when police leaves have been cancelled, accident and emergency doctors are on stand-by and municipal workers are putting in overtime to keep the city running for the biggest sporting event.&nbsp;

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Russia on Thursday (August 1) released incarcerated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the United States, reported Bloomberg citing people familiar with the situation.

Russia on Thursday (August 1) released incarcerated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the United States, reported Bloomberg citing people familiar with the situation. In other news, Swapnil Kusale won his maiden bronze medal in the final of the Men’s 50m air rifle 3 position event. Swapnil finished with a score of 451.4, behind second-positioned Serhiy Kulish of Ukraine (461.3) and gold medallist Yukun Liu (463.6). Click on the headlines to read more Russia frees US journalist Gershkovich in biggest prisoner swap since Cold War Russia on Thursday (August 1) released incarcerated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a major prisoner swap with the United States, Bloomberg reported while citing people familiar with the situation. Paris Olympics 2024: Swapnil Kusale wins bronze in 50m Rifle 3 Position event History was made for India at the Paris Olympic Games 2024, as shooter Swapnil Kusale won his maiden bronze medal in the final of the Men’s 50m air rifle 3 position event. Swapnil finished with a score of 451.4, behind second-positioned Serhiy Kulish of Ukraine (461.3) and gold medallist Yukun Liu (463.6). Swapnil’s bronze is the third medal for India in this edition of the Summer Games, with all coming in the Shooting discipline. India asks its citizens to leave Lebanon amid deep West Asia turmoil The Indian embassy in Lebanon's capital Beirut asked all nationals to leave the country in the wake of raging turmoil in West Asia days after Israel targeted a site in Beirut to kill a Hezbollah operative. Hamas chief Haniyeh was killed by bomb hidden 2 months ago in guesthouse Ismail Haniyeh, the Doha-based political bureau chief of Hamas, was assassinated using an explosive device that was smuggled into the guesthouse he was staying at in Tehran, Iran, according to a report in the New York Times. India offers $300mn loan to Vietnam during PM Pham Minh Chinh's Delhi visit The Indian government on Thursday (Aug 1) offered a $300 million loan to build up Vietnam's maritime security to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Israel confirms Hamas military leader Deif’s death in airstrike, day after Haniyeh's assassination The Israeli military confirmed on Thursday (Aug 1) that Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas' military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza last month. The confirmation comes a day after the terror organisation's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran. India: 4 dead, 200 pilgrims stranded as cloudburst hits Kedarnath route Amid heavy rain in Uttarakhand on Wednesday (July 31), four people, including two children, were killed and several others were injured. Nearly 200 pilgrims on the Kedarnath Yatra route were also stranded. Macron slammed for holidaying during Olympics as city workers do overtime Emmanuel Macron has come under scrutiny after the French president jetted off for a holiday as the Olympics are underway in Paris. Macron taking a hiatus comes at a time when police leaves have been cancelled, accident and emergency doctors are on stand-by and municipal workers are putting in overtime to keep the city running for the biggest sporting event. LIVE | Paris Olympics 2024 Day 6: PV Sindhu in action at 10 PM IST Catch all the live updates from India's sixth day at the Paris Games with a chance for the Indian contingent to add to their medal tally. Why it is a good idea to end Squid Game after third season Squid Game, the Korean show that had gripped the whole world back in 2021, will be ending after the third season. On Thursday, Netflix revealed the trailer of the highly anticipated second season heightening everyone's excitement levels.

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The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported.

In other news, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar,&nbsp;and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission.

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The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported.

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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar,&nbsp;and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission.

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Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened.

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Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was killed on July 31 in Tehran; in a raid that Iran has accused Israel of carrying out, pushing West Asia further on edge amid the raging war in Gaza.

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Indian law enforcement agency Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday (Jul 31) raided 19 locations in states like Punjab and Himachal in connection with alleged fraud by hospitals regarding a union government public health insurance scheme. Both states are ruled by India's opposition parties: Himachal Pradesh by Congress and Punjab by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

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Ismail Haniyeh, a senior leader of the Hamas, was killed in what the group called "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence," in Iran early on Wednesday (July 31). The Palestinian militant group has vowed that the killing of the Palestinian movement's chief "will not go unanswered".

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Women in the United States are increasingly being driven to "DIY abortion," such as alcohol consumption, the use of herbs and even physical harm in an attempt to terminate their pregnancies themselves.

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Nada Hafez, the Egyptian fencer, played seven months pregnant at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. The athlete revealed the news herself through an Instagram post on Tuesday (Jul 30).

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The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation.

The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported. In other news, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar, and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission. Click on the headlines to read more First batch of F-16 fighter jets reaches Ukraine after several delays: Report The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported. UPSC cancels IAS Puja Khedkar's provisional candidature, imposes lifelong ban The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar, and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission. Israeli defence families freeze sperm of soldiers killed in Gaza war Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report. Shah says Kerala given prior warning about Wayanad landslides that killed 158 Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened. Israel says ‘no comments’, US claims no role in Hamas chief Haniyeh’s killing Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was killed on July 31 in Tehran; in a raid that Iran has accused Israel of carrying out, pushing West Asia further on edge amid the raging war in Gaza. India's ED raids 19 locations in opposition-ruled states for alleged fraud by hospitals Indian law enforcement agency Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday (Jul 31) raided 19 locations in states like Punjab and Himachal in connection with alleged fraud by hospitals regarding a union government public health insurance scheme. Both states are ruled by India's opposition parties: Himachal Pradesh by Congress and Punjab by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Global community reacts to Ismail Haniyeh's assassination, Hamas vows it 'will not go unanswered' Ismail Haniyeh, a senior leader of the Hamas, was killed in what the group called "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence," in Iran early on Wednesday (July 31). The Palestinian militant group has vowed that the killing of the Palestinian movement's chief "will not go unanswered". US sees rise in 'DIY abortions' as women turn to desperate measures post-Roe: Study Women in the United States are increasingly being driven to "DIY abortion," such as alcohol consumption, the use of herbs and even physical harm in an attempt to terminate their pregnancies themselves. Paris Olympics: 7-month pregnant fencer on participating with little Olympian Nada Hafez, the Egyptian fencer, played seven months pregnant at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. The athlete revealed the news herself through an Instagram post on Tuesday (Jul 30). Ben Affleck purchases home in LA on same day as wife JLo sells NYC penthouse Ben Affleck purchased a $20.5 million house in Los Angeles on the same day as his wife Jennifer Lope finalized the sale of her New York City condo. Both transactions occurred on July 24, which happens to be JLo's birthday.

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The picturesque Canadian tourist town of Jasper, about 790 km north of Vancouver, has been engulfed in flames due to raging wildfire. A total of 25,000 residents have been evacuated as the blaze continued to ravage Jasper National Park. In other news, Typhoon Gaemi caused an oil tanker and a cargo ship to sink in Manila Bay on Thursday (July 25). Officials reported that one of the 17 crew members was missing, and Philippine authorities were urgently working to control an oil spill that could become the largest in the country's history and endanger the shoreline of the capital if all the 1.4 million litres were to leak.

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The picturesque Canadian tourist town of Jasper, about 790 km north of Vancouver, has been engulfed in flames due to raging wildfire. A total of 25,000 residents have been evacuated as the blaze continued to ravage Jasper National Park.&nbsp;

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Typhoon Gaemi caused an oil tanker and a cargo ship to sink in Manila Bay on Thursday (July 25). Officials reported that one of the 17 crew members was missing, and Philippine authorities were urgently working to control an oil spill that could become the largest in the country's history and endanger the shoreline of the capital if all the oil were to leak.

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Thomas Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump appears to have used a social media microblogging site&nbsp;called 'Gab' to lend support to President Joe Biden and his policies.&nbsp;

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Former President Donald Trump has called for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray to resign from his post for lying about President Joe Biden's cognitive health.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-terrorists-may-attack-israeli-athletes-at-paris-olympics-tel-aviv-warns-france-744107">Iranian terrorists may attack our athletes at Paris Olympics, warns Israel</a>

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Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has&nbsp;warned of an Iranian-backed plot to attack the Israeli athletes&nbsp;participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Karz shared the inputs in&nbsp;a letter to his French counterpart,&nbsp;Stéphane Séjourné.&nbsp;

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Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, denounced by the western media as an 'autocrat' ruling the oil-rich South American nation since March 2013, is facing a formidable challenge in this Sunday's presidential elections. The challenge is from a little-known diplomat Edmundo Gonzalez.

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Former US President Barack Obama plans to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic 2024 presidential candidate soon, NBC News reported on Thursday.

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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu Jagan Mohan launched a scathing attack on his predecessor YS Jaganmohan Reddy by comparing him to Colombian drug lord, Pablo Escobar.&nbsp;

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The Olympics 2024 opening ceremony will kick off the greatest sporting spectacle of the year in the French capital city of Paris on Saturday (July 26). For the first time in Olympic history, the opening ceremony will not get underway inside the stadium but instead on the river Seine, and the Indian contingent will be part of it. So, who will be the flag-bearers? How many athletes are participating, and at what number will the Indian contingent come out during the Parade of Nations? Let’s find out.

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The Olympics' opening ceremony is going to be a memorable night. Paris Summer Games will commence on Friday (July 26) with the star-studded ceremony, and if reports are to be believed, two legendary singers Celine Dion and Lady Gaga are set to perform a duet on the opening night.&nbsp;

The picturesque Canadian tourist town of Jasper, about 790 km north of Vancouver, has been engulfed in flames due to raging wildfire. A total of 25,000 residents have been evacuated as the blaze continued to ravage Jasper National Park.

The picturesque Canadian tourist town of Jasper, about 790 km north of Vancouver, has been engulfed in flames due to raging wildfire. A total of 25,000 residents have been evacuated as the blaze continued to ravage Jasper National Park. In other news, Typhoon Gaemi caused an oil tanker and a cargo ship to sink in Manila Bay on Thursday (July 25). Officials reported that one of the 17 crew members was missing, and Philippine authorities were urgently working to control an oil spill that could become the largest in the country's history and endanger the shoreline of the capital if all the 1.4 million litres were to leak. Click on the headlines to read more Thousands evacuated as Canada wildfire threatens energy pipelines & lifelines The picturesque Canadian tourist town of Jasper, about 790 km north of Vancouver, has been engulfed in flames due to raging wildfire. A total of 25,000 residents have been evacuated as the blaze continued to ravage Jasper National Park. Typhoon Gaemi: Oil tanker, cargo ship sink; huge oil spill risk in Manila Bay Typhoon Gaemi caused an oil tanker and a cargo ship to sink in Manila Bay on Thursday (July 25). Officials reported that one of the 17 crew members was missing, and Philippine authorities were urgently working to control an oil spill that could become the largest in the country's history and endanger the shoreline of the capital if all the oil were to leak. Thomas Crooks' likely social media account that he used to support Biden found Thomas Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump appears to have used a social media microblogging site called 'Gab' to lend support to President Joe Biden and his policies. Trump blasts FBI Director Wray, demands resignation over Biden health cover-up Former President Donald Trump has called for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray to resign from his post for lying about President Joe Biden's cognitive health. Iranian terrorists may attack our athletes at Paris Olympics, warns Israel Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has warned of an Iranian-backed plot to attack the Israeli athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Karz shared the inputs in a letter to his French counterpart, Stéphane Séjourné. Venezuela elections: Meet María Corina Machado, the 'Iron Lady' slaying her way to challenge President Maduro Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, denounced by the western media as an 'autocrat' ruling the oil-rich South American nation since March 2013, is facing a formidable challenge in this Sunday's presidential elections. The challenge is from a little-known diplomat Edmundo Gonzalez. Obama in touch with Kamala Harris, set to endorse her for president soon: Reports Former US President Barack Obama plans to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic 2024 presidential candidate soon, NBC News reported on Thursday. Chandrababu Naidu compares former Andhra CM Jaganmohan Reddy to Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu Jagan Mohan launched a scathing attack on his predecessor YS Jaganmohan Reddy by comparing him to Colombian drug lord, Pablo Escobar. Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: What number will Indian contingent come at? The Olympics 2024 opening ceremony will kick off the greatest sporting spectacle of the year in the French capital city of Paris on Saturday (July 26). For the first time in Olympic history, the opening ceremony will not get underway inside the stadium but instead on the river Seine, and the Indian contingent will be part of it. So, who will be the flag-bearers? How many athletes are participating, and at what number will the Indian contingent come out during the Parade of Nations? Let’s find out. Celine Dion and Lady Gaga to perform a duet at Olympics opening ceremony The Olympics' opening ceremony is going to be a memorable night. Paris Summer Games will commence on Friday (July 26) with the star-studded ceremony, and if reports are to be believed, two legendary singers Celine Dion and Lady Gaga are set to perform a duet on the opening night.

Top 10 world news: Canadian wildfires prompt evacuations; Typhoon Gaemi causes major oil spill risk, and more

Amid ongoing students' protests in Bangladesh,&nbsp;rioters stormed a jail on Friday in the central district of Narsingdi and freed the prison's inmates before setting the facility on fire. The largest IT outage in global history was reported today.&nbsp;From aviation to banking to infrastructure, various industries in Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas have been affected. The outage was reportedly caused by a disruption in the cloud services of Microsoft. In other news, US President Joe Biden's campaign chair&nbsp;has insisted that the president is "absolutely" staying in the race and remains capable of defeating the GOP leader.

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Students in Bangladesh protesting the&nbsp;government's job quota system stormed&nbsp;a prison and freed hundreds of inmates on Friday (July 19)&nbsp;as police struggled to quell unrest.

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US President Joe Biden's presidential campaign chair has now acknowledged that support for the Democratic leader has further dipped over the past few weeks.

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A global IT outage is hitting several sectors across the world on Friday (July 19).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-journalist-evan-gershkovich-sentenced-to-16-years-in-jail-by-russian-court-742403">US journalist Evan Gershkovich sentenced to 16 years in jail by Russian court</a>

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Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Evan Gershkovich has been sentenced to 16 years in jail on espionage charges&nbsp;by a Russian court after just over three weeks of closed-door court proceedings.&nbsp;

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has called Donald Trump 'badass' and inspiring after the former president narrowly escaped an assassination attempt before raising his fist and mouthing 'Fight, fight, fight', to the public gathered to witness him during a Republican rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-presence-in-palestinian-territories-illegal-rules-top-un-court-742450">Israel’s presence in Palestinian territories illegal, rules top UN court</a>

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Israel's decades-long occupation of the Palestinian territories is illegal and needs to end "as rapidly as possible", the UN's top court said Friday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/leeds-riots-viral-video-shows-police-car-overturned-and-bus-set-on-fire-in-uk-742355">Leeds riots: Viral video shows bus being set on fire amid unrest in UK city</a>

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A video of&nbsp;protesters overturning a police vehicle and setting a double-decker bus on fire is making rounds on social media. The video came after major riots broke out in Leeds, United Kingdom.

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The Indian Supreme Court on Friday (Jul 19) dismissed the bail plea filed by two of 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano gangrape case.

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According to reports,&nbsp;former vice-captain Hardik Pandya&nbsp;was not considered for the role due to his fitness issues which have seen him get limited to only white-ball format. The report further states that Pandya was asked to participate in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (India’s domestic ODI tournament).

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Bad Newz&nbsp;is good news for Vicky Kaushal fans- who are in plenty, especially after his&nbsp;Tauba Tauba&nbsp;glow-up.&nbsp;The film belongs to Kaushal who lights up the screen with his over-the-top, Punjabi mama's boy act. Akhil Chaddha seems to be written for Kaushal and he alevates the predictable, OTT rom-com with his swagger and performance.

Amid ongoing students' protests in Bangladesh, rioters stormed a jail on Friday in the central district of Narsingdi and freed the prison's inmates before setting the facility on fire.

Amid ongoing students' protests in Bangladesh, rioters stormed a jail on Friday in the central district of Narsingdi and freed the prison's inmates before setting the facility on fire. The largest IT outage in global history was reported today. From aviation to banking to infrastructure, various industries in Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas have been affected. The outage was reportedly caused by a disruption in the cloud services of Microsoft. In other news, US President Joe Biden's campaign chair has insisted that the president is "absolutely" staying in the race and remains capable of defeating the GOP leader. Click on the headlines to read more Bangladesh student protests: Demonstrators storm prison, free hundreds of inmates Students in Bangladesh protesting the government's job quota system stormed a prison and freed hundreds of inmates on Friday (July 19) as police struggled to quell unrest. Biden 'absolutely' staying in race despite dipping support, asserts campaign chair US President Joe Biden's presidential campaign chair has now acknowledged that support for the Democratic leader has further dipped over the past few weeks. Microsoft Global IT outage: IndiGo, SpiceJet, US airlines broadcasters, banks hit What is down? What we know A global IT outage is hitting several sectors across the world on Friday (July 19). US journalist Evan Gershkovich sentenced to 16 years in jail by Russian court Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Evan Gershkovich has been sentenced to 16 years in jail on espionage charges by a Russian court after just over three weeks of closed-door court proceedings. Zuckerberg who once banned Trump from Meta, calls him 'badass' after surviving assassination bid Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has called Donald Trump 'badass' and inspiring after the former president narrowly escaped an assassination attempt before raising his fist and mouthing 'Fight, fight, fight', to the public gathered to witness him during a Republican rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Israel’s presence in Palestinian territories illegal, rules top UN court Israel's decades-long occupation of the Palestinian territories is illegal and needs to end "as rapidly as possible", the UN's top court said Friday. Leeds riots: Viral video shows bus being set on fire amid unrest in UK city A video of protesters overturning a police vehicle and setting a double-decker bus on fire is making rounds on social media. The video came after major riots broke out in Leeds, United Kingdom. 'What is this plea...': SC refuses to entertain bail petition of Bilkis Bano's rapists The Indian Supreme Court on Friday (Jul 19) dismissed the bail plea filed by two of 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano gangrape case. 'He has to play Vijay Hazare Trophy': Gautam Gambhir asks Hardik Pandya to prove fitness after captaincy snub According to reports, former vice-captain Hardik Pandya was not considered for the role due to his fitness issues which have seen him get limited to only white-ball format. The report further states that Pandya was asked to participate in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (India’s domestic ODI tournament). Bad Newz review: Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk's chemistry works, rest of the things don't Bad Newz is good news for Vicky Kaushal fans- who are in plenty, especially after his Tauba Tauba glow-up. The film belongs to Kaushal who lights up the screen with his over-the-top, Punjabi mama's boy act. Akhil Chaddha seems to be written for Kaushal and he alevates the predictable, OTT rom-com with his swagger and performance.

Top 10 world news: Microsoft global IT outage; Bangladesh student protests, and more

On Saturday, streets of the capital Dhaka were almost deserted at daybreak, with troops on foot and in armoured personnel carriers patrolling the city.&nbsp;As per reports, police had also imposed a 'shoot-on-sight-order'. Meanwhile, health authorities are on high alert in the southern Indian state of Kerala amid a suspected outbreak of the Nipah virus.&nbsp;Earlier on Friday, a 14-year-old boy was rushed to a private hospital in Kozhikode with symptoms of the zoonotic virus. In other news, the world was slowly healing from the massive IT outage today.&nbsp;The outage, caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, heavily impacted industries including banks, hospitals, and airlines.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-student-protests-curfew-imposed-military-deployed-to-keep-order-says-pms-office-742536">Bangladesh student protests: Police impose shoot-on-sight-order, soldiers patrol cities, death toll at 123</a>

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Soldiers of the Bangladeshi military were patrolling the country's cities on Saturday (July 20) after the government imposed a nationwide curfew to keep order following days of deadly student protests

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nipah-outbreak-suspected-in-indias-kerala-health-minister-convenes-high-level-meet-742661">Nipah outbreak suspected in India's Kerala, health minister convenes high-level meet</a>

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Health officials in the southern Indian state of Kerala were reportedly scrambling on Saturday (Jul 20) amid a suspected outbreak of the Nipah virus in northern Malappuram district

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-it-chaos-returning-to-stability-after-crowdstrikes-stumble-742571">Global IT chaos returning to stability after CrowdStrike's stumble</a>

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Businesses and services worldwide are slowly recovering from reportedly the worst&nbsp;IT outage in history&nbsp;that disrupted computer systems for hours between July 18 and 19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/11-dead-over-30-missing-after-bridge-in-china-collapses-amid-torrential-rain-742579">11 dead, over 30 missing after bridge in China collapses amid torrential rain</a>

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At least 11 people died and over 30 others were missing&nbsp;after a bridge in northern&nbsp;China&nbsp;collapsed amid torrential rains, state media reported on Saturday (July 20).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/11-dead-over-30-missing-after-bridge-in-china-collapses-amid-torrential-rain-742579">Indian family of four killed in apartment fire in Kuwait</a>

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An Indian family of four lost their lives after a fire broke out at their home in Abbassia, Kuwait on Friday (Jul 19) night.

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Razakar, which basically means volunteer or helper, worked with the Pakistan Army in brutalising the local population through murders and sexual crimes to prevent the creation of Bangladesh.

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People across the United States are now losing jobs after facing backlash over posts, and comments that they made mocking former President&nbsp;Donald Trump after the assassination attempt last week.

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New Delhi on Saturday (Jul 20) dismissed reports&nbsp;that claimed Turkey has imposed a ban on defence exports to India as 'disinformation'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/football/spaniard-manolo-marquez-succeeds-igor-stimac-as-new-indian-mens-football-team-head-coach-742664">Spaniard Manolo Marquez succeeds Igor Stimac as new Indian men's football team head coach</a>

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Spaniard Manolo Marquez has become the new head coach of the Indian men’s football side after he succeeded Igor Stimac on Saturday (July 20).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kangana-ranaut-reacts-to-sonu-soods-post-on-ups-kawar-yatra-order-for-eateries-742656">Kangana Ranaut reacts to Sonu Sood's post on UP's Kawar Yatra order for eateries</a>

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On Friday, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood reacted to an&nbsp;order by the&nbsp;government of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh&nbsp;mandating&nbsp;all shop owners to display the owner's name along the Kanwar Yatra route.&nbsp;

On Saturday, streets of the capital Dhaka were almost deserted at daybreak, with troops on foot and in armoured personnel carriers patrolling the city. As per reports, police had also imposed a 'shoot-on-sight-order'.

On Saturday, streets of the capital Dhaka were almost deserted at daybreak, with troops on foot and in armoured personnel carriers patrolling the city. As per reports, police had also imposed a 'shoot-on-sight-order'. Meanwhile, health authorities are on high alert in the southern Indian state of Kerala amid a suspected outbreak of the Nipah virus. Earlier on Friday, a 14-year-old boy was rushed to a private hospital in Kozhikode with symptoms of the zoonotic virus. In other news, the world was slowly healing from the massive IT outage today. The outage, caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, heavily impacted industries including banks, hospitals, and airlines. Click on the headlines to read more Bangladesh student protests: Police impose shoot-on-sight-order, soldiers patrol cities, death toll at 123 Soldiers of the Bangladeshi military were patrolling the country's cities on Saturday (July 20) after the government imposed a nationwide curfew to keep order following days of deadly student protests Nipah outbreak suspected in India's Kerala, health minister convenes high-level meet Health officials in the southern Indian state of Kerala were reportedly scrambling on Saturday (Jul 20) amid a suspected outbreak of the Nipah virus in northern Malappuram district Global IT chaos returning to stability after CrowdStrike's stumble Businesses and services worldwide are slowly recovering from reportedly the worst IT outage in history that disrupted computer systems for hours between July 18 and 19. 11 dead, over 30 missing after bridge in China collapses amid torrential rain At least 11 people died and over 30 others were missing after a bridge in northern China collapsed amid torrential rains, state media reported on Saturday (July 20). Indian family of four killed in apartment fire in Kuwait An Indian family of four lost their lives after a fire broke out at their home in Abbassia, Kuwait on Friday (Jul 19) night. How PM Hasina's 'razakar' barb became catchword of Bangladesh protests; here's what it means Razakar, which basically means volunteer or helper, worked with the Pakistan Army in brutalising the local population through murders and sexual crimes to prevent the creation of Bangladesh. Trump assassination attempt: Those who mocked ex-US president now losing jobs People across the United States are now losing jobs after facing backlash over posts, and comments that they made mocking former President Donald Trump after the assassination attempt last week. Has Turkey imposed a ban on defence exports to India? New Delhi responds New Delhi on Saturday (Jul 20) dismissed reports that claimed Turkey has imposed a ban on defence exports to India as 'disinformation'. Spaniard Manolo Marquez succeeds Igor Stimac as new Indian men's football team head coach Spaniard Manolo Marquez has become the new head coach of the Indian men’s football side after he succeeded Igor Stimac on Saturday (July 20). Kangana Ranaut reacts to Sonu Sood's post on UP's Kawar Yatra order for eateries On Friday, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood reacted to an order by the government of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh mandating all shop owners to display the owner's name along the Kanwar Yatra route.

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Reports are claiming that Donald Trump's would-be-assassin Thomas Crooke was struggling with mental illness. Meanwhile,&nbsp;in the United Kingdom, a damning Covid inquiry report has described UK's response to the pandemic as filled with systemic incompetence. In other news, Indian batter Hardik Pandya has announced divorce.

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Gunman Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, may have been struggling with an undiagnosed mental health disorder - including some form of depression, a report in the&nbsp;New York Post&nbsp;has claimed.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 
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The European parliament on Thursday (July 18)&nbsp;confirmed Ursula von der Leyen as European Commission president. She will now serve a second five-year term in a row as president of the European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union.&nbsp;

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Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance, has become a household name in India because of her Indian roots. Her family member was in fact Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker and was jailed during the Emergency period (1975 to 1977) in India.&nbsp;

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Four people are reported dead while many others are injured on Thursday (July 18) after several coaches of an express train derailed in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda, about 650 km east of New Delhi. The derailment of Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express reportedly took place in Pikaura, a town between Gonda and Jhilahi in Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden has become 'more receptive' to the idea of dropping out of the presidential race amid growing apprehensions regarding his declining cognitive capabilities.&nbsp;

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The United Kingdom under Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson was "ill prepared for dealing with a catastrophic emergency, let alone&nbsp;the Covid-10 pandemic that actually struck", a damning first report from an inquiry on UK's Covid preparedness has found.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-anti-quota-protests-push-nation-on-edge-as-death-toll-rises-to-32-742135">Bangladesh anti-quota protests push nation on edge as death toll rises to 32</a>

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Students in Bangladesh set fire to the country's state broadcaster headquarters on Thursday (July 18). The escalation occurred a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina appeared on the network while appealing for peace as fierce clashes continue to take a heavy toll on Bangladeshi lives and their lifelines.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/indian-all-rounder-hardik-pandya-wife-natasa-stankovic-mutually-part-ways-742146">Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, wife Natasa Stankovic 'mutually' part ways</a>

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Indian all-rounder and T20 World Cup hero Hardik Pandya has separated from his wife Natasa Stankovic. Pandya made the announcement in a post on his Instagram handle on Thursday (July 18). The post confirmed the rift between the couple which has been a big talking point in recent months. The separation ended the four-year relationship between Pandya and Stankovic who welcomed their son, Agastya in July 2020.

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Emmy nominations are out! This prestigious award acknowledges&nbsp;the best works on TV and on Wednesday (July 17), the nominations for the 76th Emmy Awards were revealed.&nbsp;

Reports are claiming that Donald Trump's would-be-assassin Thomas Crooke was struggling with mental illness. Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, a damning Covid inquiry report has described UK's response to the pandemic as filled with systemic incompetence.

Reports are claiming that Donald Trump's would-be-assassin Thomas Crooke was struggling with mental illness. Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, a damning Covid inquiry report has described UK's response to the pandemic as filled with systemic incompetence. In other news, Indian batter Hardik Pandya has announced divorce. Click on the headlines to read more Trump shooter Thomas Crooks may have been struggling with mental illness: Report Gunman Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, may have been struggling with an undiagnosed mental health disorder - including some form of depression, a report in the New York Post has claimed. Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as European Commission president despite opposition from Meloni's party The European parliament on Thursday (July 18) confirmed Ursula von der Leyen as European Commission president. She will now serve a second five-year term in a row as president of the European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union. Usha Vance's family member was RSS worker and jailed during Emergency in India: Report Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance, has become a household name in India because of her Indian roots. Her family member was in fact Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker and was jailed during the Emergency period (1975 to 1977) in India. Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express train derails in Gonda; four killed, several injured Four people are reported dead while many others are injured on Thursday (July 18) after several coaches of an express train derailed in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda, about 650 km east of New Delhi. The derailment of Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express reportedly took place in Pikaura, a town between Gonda and Jhilahi in Uttar Pradesh. Joe Biden ‘receptive’ about dropping out of presidential race against Donald Trump: Report US President Joe Biden has become 'more receptive' to the idea of dropping out of the presidential race amid growing apprehensions regarding his declining cognitive capabilities. 'Outdated, abandoned, labyrinthine': Covid inquiry finds how UK's health system failed people during pandemic The United Kingdom under Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson was "ill prepared for dealing with a catastrophic emergency, let alone the Covid-10 pandemic that actually struck", a damning first report from an inquiry on UK's Covid preparedness has found. Bangladesh anti-quota protests push nation on edge as death toll rises to 32 Students in Bangladesh set fire to the country's state broadcaster headquarters on Thursday (July 18). The escalation occurred a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina appeared on the network while appealing for peace as fierce clashes continue to take a heavy toll on Bangladeshi lives and their lifelines. Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, wife Natasa Stankovic 'mutually' part ways Indian all-rounder and T20 World Cup hero Hardik Pandya has separated from his wife Natasa Stankovic. Pandya made the announcement in a post on his Instagram handle on Thursday (July 18). The post confirmed the rift between the couple which has been a big talking point in recent months. The separation ended the four-year relationship between Pandya and Stankovic who welcomed their son, Agastya in July 2020. Emmy snubs and surprises: Selena Gomez and Reservation Dogs get deserving recognition Emmy nominations are out! This prestigious award acknowledges the best works on TV and on Wednesday (July 17), the nominations for the 76th Emmy Awards were revealed.

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'Prestige Falcon' oil tanker capsized off the Oman coast on July 15, putting the lives of&nbsp;16 crew members at risk. Now, the Indian warship INS Teg has rescued&nbsp;eight Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen from the waters and the operation is still underway to rescue remaining survivors. In other news,&nbsp;investigators suspect that&nbsp;Cyanide poisoning likely killed six foreign tourists in a Bangkok hotel yesterday.&nbsp;The deadly chemical was found in&nbsp;drinking glasses and a teapot in the room at the luxury Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel.&nbsp;In an archaic tradition showcasing the symbols of Britain's colonial plundering, the British monarch laid out the agenda of the new Labour government Wednesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/exclusive-indian-warship-rescues-eight-citizens-one-sri-lankan-after-prestige-falcon-capsizing-tragedy-741798">Exclusive: Indian warship rescues eight citizens, one Sri Lankan after Prestige Falcon capsizing tragedy</a>

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In a significant relief, eight Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen have been rescued in the aftermath of the capsizing of an oil tanker named 'Prestige Falcon' that sailed under the Comoros flag. The nine survivors were rescued by the Indian warship INS Teg.

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UK's new Labour government's governance agenda was laid out in British parliament on Wednesday (July 17) by the British monarch King Charles III.

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Cyanide poisoning likely caused the deaths of six foreigners discovered in a room at a luxurious Bangkok hotel, with the suspected perpetrator also found deceased, Thai police stated on Wednesday (July 17).

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The talks aimed to end the nine-month-old war in the Gaza Strip face four key sticking points that are determining the direction of the overall conflict in the blockaded Palestinian enclave.

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Eight&nbsp;children died reportedly due to the Chandipura virus in India since July 10, with the total number of suspected infections rising to 14. The deaths have been reported in the Aaravalli district in the west Indian state of Gujarat.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/court-rules-european-commission-chief-ursula-violated-transparency-norms-in-vaccine-contracts-741723">Court rules European Commission chief Ursula violated transparency norms in vaccine contracts</a>

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In a major legal blow to the European Commission and its chief Ursula von der Leyen, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled Wednesday (Jul 17) that the European Union body didn't provide enough information to the public regarding its vaccine contracts with pharmaceutical companies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oman-mosque-attack-islamic-state-claims-responsibility-for-deadly-strike-that-left-6-dead-741577">Oman mosque attack: Islamic State claims responsibility for deadly strike that left 6 dead</a>

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Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Oman, that left at least nine people dead, including three attackers, and 30 injured.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-calls-kamala-harris-a-potential-president-candidate-for-united-states-741569">Biden calls Kamala Harris a potential 'president' candidate for United States</a>

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United States President Joe Biden made a big statement on Tuesday (July 16) when he hinted that Vice President Kamala Harris “could be president of the United States”.

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Former Indian spinner Amit Mishra predicted Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's international retirements.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/drakes-toronto-mansion-flooded-after-city-receives-torrential-rains-watch-video-741702">Drake's Toronto mansion flooded after city receives torrential rains, watch video</a>

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Singer-rapper Drake's home has been flooded. The rapper shared a video of&nbsp;his home,&nbsp;The Embassy, on Instagram Stories on Wednesday that shows part of the Canadian artist's mansion in Toronto flooded. 
 
 
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'Prestige Falcon' oil tanker capsized off the Oman coast on July 15, putting the lives of 16 crew members at risk. Now, the Indian warship INS Teg has rescued eight Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen from the waters and the operation is still underway to rescue remaining survivors.

'Prestige Falcon' oil tanker capsized off the Oman coast on July 15, putting the lives of 16 crew members at risk. Now, the Indian warship INS Teg has rescued eight Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen from the waters and the operation is still underway to rescue remaining survivors. In other news, investigators suspect that Cyanide poisoning likely killed six foreign tourists in a Bangkok hotel yesterday. The deadly chemical was found in drinking glasses and a teapot in the room at the luxury Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel. In an archaic tradition showcasing the symbols of Britain's colonial plundering, the British monarch laid out the agenda of the new Labour government Wednesday. Click on the headlines to read more Exclusive: Indian warship rescues eight citizens, one Sri Lankan after Prestige Falcon capsizing tragedy In a significant relief, eight Indian nationals and one Sri Lankan citizen have been rescued in the aftermath of the capsizing of an oil tanker named 'Prestige Falcon' that sailed under the Comoros flag. The nine survivors were rescued by the Indian warship INS Teg. British monarch Charles lays out PM Starmer's governance agenda: Top points UK's new Labour government's governance agenda was laid out in British parliament on Wednesday (July 17) by the British monarch King Charles III. Cyanide claims lives of 6 foreigners in Bangkok hotel, says Thai police Cyanide poisoning likely caused the deaths of six foreigners discovered in a room at a luxurious Bangkok hotel, with the suspected perpetrator also found deceased, Thai police stated on Wednesday (July 17). Israel-Hamas proposed six-week truce: What are the four key sticking points? The talks aimed to end the nine-month-old war in the Gaza Strip face four key sticking points that are determining the direction of the overall conflict in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. Chandipura virus kills kids in India. Expert reveals details about this deadly virus Eight children died reportedly due to the Chandipura virus in India since July 10, with the total number of suspected infections rising to 14. The deaths have been reported in the Aaravalli district in the west Indian state of Gujarat. Court rules European Commission chief Ursula violated transparency norms in vaccine contracts In a major legal blow to the European Commission and its chief Ursula von der Leyen, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled Wednesday (Jul 17) that the European Union body didn't provide enough information to the public regarding its vaccine contracts with pharmaceutical companies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Oman mosque attack: Islamic State claims responsibility for deadly strike that left 6 dead Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Oman, that left at least nine people dead, including three attackers, and 30 injured. Biden calls Kamala Harris a potential 'president' candidate for United States United States President Joe Biden made a big statement on Tuesday (July 16) when he hinted that Vice President Kamala Harris “could be president of the United States”. No 2027 ODI WC? Former Indian spinner predicts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's retirements Former Indian spinner Amit Mishra predicted Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's international retirements. Drake's Toronto mansion flooded after city receives torrential rains, watch video Singer-rapper Drake's home has been flooded. The rapper shared a video of his home, The Embassy, on Instagram Stories on Wednesday that shows part of the Canadian artist's mansion in Toronto flooded.

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One Indian national was confirmed dead by India's&nbsp;embassy in Oman following&nbsp;a shooting incident that happened outside a Muscat Mosque Monday night.&nbsp;A total of six people died in the attack, including four Pakistanis, and more than 50 sustained injuries. In other news, six foreign nationals were found dead in a Bangkok hotel Tuesday.&nbsp;Among the deceased is at least one American of Vietnamese descent, according to the Thai government. As ex-US president Donald Trump picked JD Vance as his running mate on Monday, we have more details as to who convinced the top GOP leader to make his decision.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muscat-mosque-shooting-one-indian-national-among-six-dead-attackers-killed-741464">Muscat mosque shooting: One Indian national among six dead, attackers killed</a> 
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The Foreign Ministry of Oman&nbsp;on&nbsp;Tuesday (Jul 16) said&nbsp;that one Indian national also lost his life in the shooting incident that targeted a mosque in the capital city of Muscat.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-hotel-shocker-six-tourists-found-dead-at-luxury-staycation-site-in-bangkok-741485">Thailand hotel shocker: Six tourists found dead at luxury staycation site in Bangkok</a>

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Six foreign nationals were found dead at the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Bangkok on Tuesday (July 16).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-student-protests-dhaka-slams-us-over-unsubstantiated-claims-about-stir-741474">Bangladesh student protests: Dhaka slams US over unsubstantiated claims about stir</a>

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Bangladesh on Tuesday (Jul&nbsp;16) slammed the United States for making "unsubstantiated" claims about the ongoing student protests in the South Asian country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-convinced-donald-trump-to-pick-jd-vance-as-his-running-mate-741469">Who convinced Donald Trump to pick JD Vance as his running mate?</a>

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Reports say that Trump was not even considering Vance, and there was a time when he was leaning toward Doug Burgum. Read how Trump picked Vance as his running&nbsp;mate&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korean-diplomat-in-cuba-flees-to-south-korea-its-the-highest-ranking-envoy-defection-since-2016-741392">North Korean diplomat in Cuba flees to South Korea in highest-ranking envoy defection since 2016</a>

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South Korea's spy agency- the National Intelligence Service (NIS)- on Tuesday (July 16) said that a senior&nbsp;North Korean diplomat based in Cuba fled to South Korea, becoming the highest-ranking&nbsp;North Korean diplomat to escape to the South since 2016.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dr-congo-born-man-attacks-french-soldier-in-paris-for-killing-his-countrymen-detained-741410">DR Congo-born man attacks French soldier in Paris for 'killing his countrymen', detained</a>

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A 40-year-old man was arrested Monday (Jul 15) by French authorities after he stabbed an on-duty soldier at the Gare de l’Est station in northern Paris.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/probationary-ias-officer-puja-khedkar-relieved-from-her-training-duties-741425">Probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s training in Maharashtra put on hold, recalled to Mussoorie academy</a>

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Probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Puja Khedkar's training in western Maharashtra state was put on hold on Tuesday (July 16) amid ongoing controversy over her selection in the civil services exam.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-several-killed-after-hospital-army-site-near-afghan-border-targeted-by-terrorists-741456">Pakistan: Several killed as terrorists target hospital, army site near Afghan border</a>

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Two separate attacks by terrorists on an army base and a health centre in northwest Pakistan have killed at least 28 people, including 10 soldiers, female health workers, and children.&nbsp;

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Newcastle manager Eddie Howe and former Chelsea bosses Graham Potter &amp; Mauricio Pochettino are the frontrunners to replace Gareth Southgate.&nbsp;

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This week’s episode drop for&nbsp;House of the Dragon&nbsp;season 2 was a bit slow after an intense episode 4 which saw an epic battle between three dragons. Season 2 episode 5 however did take into account a lot of things like the change in scene at King’s Landing, Harrenhal and Dragonstone.&nbsp; 
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One Indian national was confirmed dead by India's embassy in Oman following a shooting incident that happened outside a Muscat Mosque Monday night. A total of six people died in the attack, including four Pakistanis, and more than 50 sustained injuries.

One Indian national was confirmed dead by India's embassy in Oman following a shooting incident that happened outside a Muscat Mosque Monday night. A total of six people died in the attack, including four Pakistanis, and more than 50 sustained injuries. In other news, six foreign nationals were found dead in a Bangkok hotel Tuesday. Among the deceased is at least one American of Vietnamese descent, according to the Thai government. As ex-US president Donald Trump picked JD Vance as his running mate on Monday, we have more details as to who convinced the top GOP leader to make his decision. Click on the headlines to read more Muscat mosque shooting: One Indian national among six dead, attackers killed The Foreign Ministry of Oman on Tuesday (Jul 16) said that one Indian national also lost his life in the shooting incident that targeted a mosque in the capital city of Muscat. Thailand hotel shocker: Six tourists found dead at luxury staycation site in Bangkok Six foreign nationals were found dead at the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Bangkok on Tuesday (July 16). Bangladesh student protests: Dhaka slams US over unsubstantiated claims about stir Bangladesh on Tuesday (Jul 16) slammed the United States for making "unsubstantiated" claims about the ongoing student protests in the South Asian country. Who convinced Donald Trump to pick JD Vance as his running mate? Reports say that Trump was not even considering Vance, and there was a time when he was leaning toward Doug Burgum. Read how Trump picked Vance as his running mate North Korean diplomat in Cuba flees to South Korea in highest-ranking envoy defection since 2016 South Korea's spy agency- the National Intelligence Service (NIS)- on Tuesday (July 16) said that a senior North Korean diplomat based in Cuba fled to South Korea, becoming the highest-ranking North Korean diplomat to escape to the South since 2016. DR Congo-born man attacks French soldier in Paris for 'killing his countrymen', detained A 40-year-old man was arrested Monday (Jul 15) by French authorities after he stabbed an on-duty soldier at the Gare de l’Est station in northern Paris. Probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s training in Maharashtra put on hold, recalled to Mussoorie academy Probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Puja Khedkar's training in western Maharashtra state was put on hold on Tuesday (July 16) amid ongoing controversy over her selection in the civil services exam. Pakistan: Several killed as terrorists target hospital, army site near Afghan border Two separate attacks by terrorists on an army base and a health centre in northwest Pakistan have killed at least 28 people, including 10 soldiers, female health workers, and children. Who will replace Gareth Southgate as England manager? Howe, Potter and Pochettino lead race Newcastle manager Eddie Howe and former Chelsea bosses Graham Potter & Mauricio Pochettino are the frontrunners to replace Gareth Southgate. House of Dragon star Tom Glynn reveals he had to sit 6 hours for makeup to crack Aegon II's look This week’s episode drop for House of the Dragon season 2 was a bit slow after an intense episode 4 which saw an epic battle between three dragons. Season 2 episode 5 however did take into account a lot of things like the change in scene at King’s Landing, Harrenhal and Dragonstone.

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The United States and G7 on Thursday (Jul 11) condemned&nbsp;Israel for legalising five outposts in the West Bank.&nbsp;The US earlier announced that it would provide the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank with an additional $100 million in humanitarian assistance. Meanwhile, Russia officially labelled opposition figure&nbsp;Yulia Navalnaya as 'extremist and terrorist'.&nbsp;The development comes two days after a Moscow court issued an arrest warrant against the opposition figure. In other news,&nbsp;India's chief opposition leader Rahul Gandhi shared a video of the Manipur crisis and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state which has been marred by ethnic violence.

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The US on Thursday (Jul 11) announced sanctions on three Israelis and five entities it accused of disturbing peace in the West Bank.&nbsp;

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Russian authorities on Thursday (Jul 11) added late opposition leader Alexei Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnaya to the official federal list of “terrorists and extremists”.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rahul-gandhi-says-manipur-still-burning-calls-out-pm-modi-in-five-minute-long-video-739925">Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament) Rahul Gandhi shared a video of his visit to relief camps in the Indian state of Manipur on social media platform X and appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state which has been marred by the ethnic violence.</a>

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A new poll conducted by ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos has revealed that two-thirds of Americans want United States President&nbsp;Joe Biden to step aside as Democrat nominee for the upcoming presidential race.&nbsp;

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The Russian authorities in the republic of Karelia, a region in the northwest, have announced a childbirth incentivisation policy for its female college students.

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Kyiv said Thursday that it had seized a foreign cargo ship and detained its captain, alleging that the vessel had illegally exported Ukrainian grain from the annexed Crimean peninsula.

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A study found that 500 metric tonnes of CO2 were produced just in the training of ChatGPT’s GPT3 model—the equivalent of over a million miles driven by average gasoline-powered cars.

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Team India’s new head coach, Gautam Gambhir, will resume work from the&nbsp;Sri Lanka tour (later in July).&nbsp;

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Italy's Jasmine Paolini reached her first Wimbledon final with a stirring fightback to beat tearful Croatian Donna Vekic 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/8) on Thursday in the longest women's semi-final at the All England Club.

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Prince Harry and Hugh Grant are set for a new stint together. The duo have signed up for a documentary where they open up about the ongoing legal battles including the phone hacking scandal which they are calling&nbsp;Tabloids On Trial.&nbsp;

The United States and G7 on Thursday (Jul 11) condemned Israel for legalising five outposts in the West Bank. The US earlier announced that it would provide the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank with an additional $100 million in humanitarian assistance.

The United States and G7 on Thursday (Jul 11) condemned Israel for legalising five outposts in the West Bank. The US earlier announced that it would provide the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank with an additional $100 million in humanitarian assistance. Meanwhile, Russia officially labelled opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya as 'extremist and terrorist'. The development comes two days after a Moscow court issued an arrest warrant against the opposition figure. In other news, India's chief opposition leader Rahul Gandhi shared a video of the Manipur crisis and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state which has been marred by ethnic violence. Click on the headlines to read more 'We are imposing sanctions,' US, G7 condemn Israel's settlement expansion in West Bank The US on Thursday (Jul 11) announced sanctions on three Israelis and five entities it accused of disturbing peace in the West Bank. Russia adds Alexei Navalny's wife Yulia to federal list of 'terrorists and extremists' Russian authorities on Thursday (Jul 11) added late opposition leader Alexei Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnaya to the official federal list of “terrorists and extremists”. Rahul Gandhi says Manipur still 'burning', calls out PM Modi in five-minute-long video Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament) Rahul Gandhi shared a video of his visit to relief camps in the Indian state of Manipur on social media platform X and appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state which has been marred by the ethnic violence. Two-thirds of Americans want Joe Biden to drop out of presidential race, shows damning new poll A new poll conducted by ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos has revealed that two-thirds of Americans want United States President Joe Biden to step aside as Democrat nominee for the upcoming presidential race. 'Give birth to healthy baby, take $1,100': Russia's Karelia region announces policy for young females The Russian authorities in the republic of Karelia, a region in the northwest, have announced a childbirth incentivisation policy for its female college students. Ukraine 'seizes' cargo ship that was used to export grain from Crimea Kyiv said Thursday that it had seized a foreign cargo ship and detained its captain, alleging that the vessel had illegally exported Ukrainian grain from the annexed Crimean peninsula. AI supercomputers run on fossil fuels, water, even nuclear energy: How hard is it hitting our planet? A study found that 500 metric tonnes of CO2 were produced just in the training of ChatGPT’s GPT3 model—the equivalent of over a million miles driven by average gasoline-powered cars. $1.4m salary per year, business class travel and more - Gautam Gambhir’s perks as India head coach Team India’s new head coach, Gautam Gambhir, will resume work from the Sri Lanka tour (later in July). Italy's Jasmine Paolini beats Donna Vekic in marathon clash to reach maiden Wimbledon Final Italy's Jasmine Paolini reached her first Wimbledon final with a stirring fightback to beat tearful Croatian Donna Vekic 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/8) on Thursday in the longest women's semi-final at the All England Club. Prince Harry, Hugh Grant to expose Britain's tabloids in documentary Prince Harry and Hugh Grant are set for a new stint together. The duo have signed up for a documentary where they open up about the ongoing legal battles including the phone hacking scandal which they are calling Tabloids On Trial.

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The Israeli military has directed all residents of Gaza City to move southwards to the central Gaza Strip as operations intensify in the north. Aircraft on Wednesday (July 10) dropped leaflets instructing "everyone in Gaza City" to leave the area and described the populated area in the blockaded Palestinian enclave as a "dangerous combat zone."&nbsp;

In other news, after concluding his Russia visit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in&nbsp;Austria, where he held talks with Chancellor Karl Nehammer on Wednesday (Jul 10). During a press conference, the Indian leader reaffirmed that “this is not the time for war.”

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The Israeli military has directed all residents of Gaza City to move southwards to the central Gaza Strip as operations intensify in the north. Aircraft on Wednesday (July 10) dropped leaflets instructing "everyone in Gaza City" to leave the area and described the populated area in the blockaded Palestinian enclave as a "dangerous combat zone."&nbsp;

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After concluding his Russia visit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in&nbsp;Austria, where he held talks with Chancellor Karl Nehammer on Wednesday (Jul 10). During a press conference, the Indian leader reaffirmed that “this is not the time for war.” His statement came a day after he delivered a strong anti-war message to Russian President&nbsp;Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

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India's Supreme Court ruled that a divorced Muslim woman can seek alimony from her husband under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the law that proscribes "order for maintenance of wives, children and parents".&nbsp;

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NATO allies announced Wednesday they had started the long-promised transfer of F-16 jets to Ukraine as leaders meet for a summit in Washington clouded by political uncertainties in the United States.

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UK police on Wednesday (Jul 10) were on the hunt for a man suspected of killing three women in Bushey, northwest of London, with a crossbow. The tragic incident, which the police termed 'targeted', happened Tuesday as the Hertfordshire Police were called to the murder site just before 7 pm local time.&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Jul 10) urged Austrian businesses to come to India and become part of the country's economic boom. He also highlighted India's successful production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme that has driven the manufacturing of electrical products at home.&nbsp;

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US Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (July 9) reiterated her support for Joe Biden. Describing the embattled president as a "fighter" Harris during her speech at a Las Vegas event focused on Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities&nbsp;warned that Biden's rival, Republican Donald Trump would turn America into a 'dictatorship' if re-elected to the White House.&nbsp;

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The Sewri Court in Mumbai on Wednesday (July 10) sent BMW hit-and-run accused Mihir Shah to police custody till July 16. This comes a day after&nbsp;the person&nbsp;accompanying him turned on his cell phone, Mihir Shah, 24, of Virar, was taken into custody by the Crime Branch.&nbsp;

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England's Gus Atkinson created history by taking a seven-for in his debut Test innings. Atkinson reached the milestone in the first Test against West Indies which started on Wednesday (Jul 10).

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Fame doesn’t weigh easy on everyone and it’s even more difficult to deal with constant scrutiny in the age of social media. With netizens tracking each move of celebrities, it gets overbearing at times and rightly so! Speaking about online hate and trolls attacking celebrities over how they look, their shape and size, actress Kate Beckinsale slammed those who pushed stars to take extreme measures to look a certain type.

The Israeli military has directed all residents of Gaza City to move southwards to the central Gaza Strip as operations intensify in the north. Aircraft on Wednesday (July 10) dropped leaflets instructing "everyone in Gaza City" to leave the area and described the populated area in the blockaded Palestinian enclave as a "dangerous combat zone.

The Israeli military has directed all residents of Gaza City to move southwards to the central Gaza Strip as operations intensify in the north. Aircraft on Wednesday (July 10) dropped leaflets instructing "everyone in Gaza City" to leave the area and described the populated area in the blockaded Palestinian enclave as a "dangerous combat zone." In other news, after concluding his Russia visit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Austria, where he held talks with Chancellor Karl Nehammer on Wednesday (Jul 10). During a press conference, the Indian leader reaffirmed that “this is not the time for war.” Click on the headlines to read more Israel military tells Gaza City residents to leave The Israeli military has directed all residents of Gaza City to move southwards to the central Gaza Strip as operations intensify in the north. Aircraft on Wednesday (July 10) dropped leaflets instructing "everyone in Gaza City" to leave the area and described the populated area in the blockaded Palestinian enclave as a "dangerous combat zone." 'This is not the time for war': PM Modi reiterates during Austria visit After concluding his Russia visit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Austria, where he held talks with Chancellor Karl Nehammer on Wednesday (Jul 10). During a press conference, the Indian leader reaffirmed that “this is not the time for war.” His statement came a day after he delivered a strong anti-war message to Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Indian Supreme Court delivers landmark alimony order in favour of Muslim women India's Supreme Court ruled that a divorced Muslim woman can seek alimony from her husband under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the law that proscribes "order for maintenance of wives, children and parents". NATO summit: Ukraine gets F-16 jets, 'irreversible' path to bloc membership NATO allies announced Wednesday they had started the long-promised transfer of F-16 jets to Ukraine as leaders meet for a summit in Washington clouded by political uncertainties in the United States. UK town in shock after crossbow attack linked to triple murder UK police on Wednesday (Jul 10) were on the hunt for a man suspected of killing three women in Bushey, northwest of London, with a crossbow. The tragic incident, which the police termed 'targeted', happened Tuesday as the Hertfordshire Police were called to the murder site just before 7 pm local time. PM Modi invites Austrian businesses to become part of India’s economic boom, highlights PLI scheme Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Jul 10) urged Austrian businesses to come to India and become part of the country's economic boom. He also highlighted India's successful production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme that has driven the manufacturing of electrical products at home. Kamala Harris declares Joe Biden a 'fighter,' warns Trump will push nation into dictatorship US Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (July 9) reiterated her support for Joe Biden. Describing the embattled president as a "fighter" Harris during her speech at a Las Vegas event focused on Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities warned that Biden's rival, Republican Donald Trump would turn America into a 'dictatorship' if re-elected to the White House. Mumbai hit-and-run case: Mihir Shah sent to police custody; Rajesh Shah removed as Shiv Sena deputy leader The Sewri Court in Mumbai on Wednesday (July 10) sent BMW hit-and-run accused Mihir Shah to police custody till July 16. This comes a day after the person accompanying him turned on his cell phone, Mihir Shah, 24, of Virar, was taken into custody by the Crime Branch. ENG vs WI, 1st Test: Atkinson creates history with seven-for on debut - WATCH England's Gus Atkinson created history by taking a seven-for in his debut Test innings. Atkinson reached the milestone in the first Test against West Indies which started on Wednesday (Jul 10). Kate Beckinsale gets furious at trolls who body shamed her for losing weight Fame doesn’t weigh easy on everyone and it’s even more difficult to deal with constant scrutiny in the age of social media. With netizens tracking each move of celebrities, it gets overbearing at times and rightly so! Speaking about online hate and trolls attacking celebrities over how they look, their shape and size, actress Kate Beckinsale slammed those who pushed stars to take extreme measures to look a certain type.

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