<p>Natasha Perianayagam, an Indian-American student, was nominated to the Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth's list of the "world's brightest" students for the second year in a row based on the results of assessments taken by more than 15,000 students from 76 different countries that were above grade level. 13-year-old Perianayagam attends Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School in New Jersey.</p>

<p>As a Grade 5 student in the spring of 2021, she also took the Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth (CTY) test.</p>

<p>Her verbal and quantitative test scores were on par with the 90th percentile for advanced Grade 8 performance, driving her to the honours list for the year. She was recognised this year for her outstanding achievement on the SAT, ACT, School and College Ability Test, or other test she took as part of the CTY Talent Search, according to a press release from the university on Monday (February 6)</p>

<p>Perianayagam, whose parents are from Chennai, told PTI&nbsp;that in her free time, she enjoys drawing and reading JRR Tolkien's books.</p>

<p>In order to identify such prodegies&nbsp;from around the world and provide a thorough understanding of their academic ability, CTY uses above-grade-level testing.</p>

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<p>Perianayagam entered CTY in the 2021–2022 academic year together with 15,300 other students from 76 different nations, according to a university press release.</p>

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<p>The executive director of CTY, Dr&nbsp;Amy Shelton who spoke to PTI&nbsp;said, "This is not just recognition of our students' success on one test, but a salute to their love of discovery and learning, and all the knowledge they have accumulated in their young lives so far."</p>

<p>"It is exciting to think about all the ways in which they will use that potential to discover their passions, engage in rewarding and enriching experiences, and achieve remarkable things -- in their communities and in the world," she added.</p>

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Natasha Perianayagam, an Indian-American student, was nominated to the Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth's list of the "world's brightest" students for the second year in a row based on the results of assessments taken by more than 15,000 students from 76 different countries that were above grade level.

Natasha Perianayagam, an Indian-American student, was nominated to the Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth's list of the "world's brightest" students for the second year in a row based on the results of assessments taken by more than 15,000 students from 76 different countries that were above grade level. 13-year-old Perianayagam attends Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School in New Jersey. As a Grade 5 student in the spring of 2021, she also took the Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth (CTY) test. Her verbal and quantitative test scores were on par with the 90th percentile for advanced Grade 8 performance, driving her to the honours list for the year. She was recognised this year for her outstanding achievement on the SAT, ACT, School and College Ability Test, or other test she took as part of the CTY Talent Search, according to a press release from the university on Monday (February 6) Perianayagam, whose parents are from Chennai, told PTI that in her free time, she enjoys drawing and reading JRR Tolkien's books. In order to identify such prodegies from around the world and provide a thorough understanding of their academic ability, CTY uses above-grade-level testing. Also watch | US : Joe Biden to deliver his second State of the Union address Perianayagam entered CTY in the 2021–2022 academic year together with 15,300 other students from 76 different nations, according to a university press release. Also read | NASA's Webb gets 'photobombed' by a Colosseum-sized asteroid The executive director of CTY, Dr Amy Shelton who spoke to PTI said, "This is not just recognition of our students' success on one test, but a salute to their love of discovery and learning, and all the knowledge they have accumulated in their young lives so far." "It is exciting to think about all the ways in which they will use that potential to discover their passions, engage in rewarding and enriching experiences, and achieve remarkable things -- in their communities and in the world," she added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Indian-origin Natasha Perianayagam named ‘world’s brightest’ student by Johns Hopkins for 2nd time in a row

With multiple collaborations, weird crossovers and mind-blowing origin stories brewing, these are exciting times for Indian cinema as more and more cinematic universe films are being made on the lines of Marvel and DC films.

Indian film universes ready to compete with Marvel, DC?

<p>The popular imagery of a mouse being the Jerry of the town harassed by the likes of Toms, are yet to go beyond their timeless avatars. But some real-life jerries have carved a new niche for themselves. Lately, a video is going viral on social media which shows a mouse supposedly ‘stealing’ a diamond necklace from a luxury jewellery shop. It is not yet clear where the CCTV footage is from.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, shortly after the video went viral on social media, people quipped if the mouse did it while preparing for Valentine's Day. Or was it some ratty persistence of Mrs Mouse that pushed her mister to pursue the supposed act of theft.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"For whom would this rat have taken the diamond necklace," a user captioned the video which shows a rat supposedly taking away a diamond necklace from a display stand.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"For his girlfriend shrew," answered another user on social media. "This is part of his arrangement for February 14," wrote another user, resonating with wider chatter around the viral video that the mouse is taking the necklace away for his girlfriend to mark Valentine's Day on February 14.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Valentine’s Day is celebrated every year on February 14th. It traditionally celebrates romantic love between two individuals. On Valentine’s Day, people celebrate their loved ones by exchanging Valentine’s Day cards and chocolates, gifts, flowers – especially red roses. The evening is also popular for date nights.</p>

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The popular imagery of a mouse being the Jerry of the town harassed by the likes of Toms, are yet to go beyond their timeless avatars. But some real-life jerries have carved a new niche for themselves.

The popular imagery of a mouse being the Jerry of the town harassed by the likes of Toms, are yet to go beyond their timeless avatars. But some real-life jerries have carved a new niche for themselves. Lately, a video is going viral on social media which shows a mouse supposedly ‘stealing’ a diamond necklace from a luxury jewellery shop. It is not yet clear where the CCTV footage is from. However, shortly after the video went viral on social media, people quipped if the mouse did it while preparing for Valentine's Day. Or was it some ratty persistence of Mrs Mouse that pushed her mister to pursue the supposed act of theft. ALSO READ | British woman credits ‘miracle pizza’ for her timely lung cancer diagnosis "For whom would this rat have taken the diamond necklace," a user captioned the video which shows a rat supposedly taking away a diamond necklace from a display stand. #अब ये चूहा डायमंड का नेकलेस किसके लिए ले गया होगा.... 🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/dkqOAG0erB — Rajesh Hingankar IPS (@RajeshHinganka2) January 28, 2023 × "For his girlfriend shrew," answered another user on social media. "This is part of his arrangement for February 14," wrote another user, resonating with wider chatter around the viral video that the mouse is taking the necklace away for his girlfriend to mark Valentine's Day on February 14. ALSO WATCH | Gravitas: A knife which can detect cancer in seconds × Valentine’s Day is celebrated every year on February 14th. It traditionally celebrates romantic love between two individuals. On Valentine’s Day, people celebrate their loved ones by exchanging Valentine’s Day cards and chocolates, gifts, flowers – especially red roses. The evening is also popular for date nights. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A British woman from New Manchester claimed that a $5.72 pizza helped her find out that she had cancer in her left lung. The&nbsp;woman had ordered a pizza online and put the dish in the oven to heat it. The woman said that while putting the pizza in the oven, she lost her balance and slipped. The 'excruciating' pain spread across her back, both shoulders and head. When the woman reached hospital, the doctors discovered unusual growth on her left lung, apart from a minor fracture on her spine due to her near-the-oven fall.</p>

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<p>"In a way, this snack was responsible for saving my life,"&nbsp;the woman, Ms. Schofield was quoted as saying by Daily Mail. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On July 25, 2022, Schofield marked the beginning of the end of her cancer treatment and in November, she was declared to be in remission.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She now reportedly attends follow up appointments every three months and these are set to continue for the next five years. &nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, "I'm still struggling with my health but my body has been through a lot of treatments to get rid of the cancer. I'm glad I slipped over and hurt myself – it's the only reason I'm still kicking about today and it's all because of a miracle pizza."</p>

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<p>Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths in the UK, accounting for around a fifth of all deaths from the disease. It kills almost 35,000 people each year in the UK and more than 127,000 in the United States. Just one in five men, and one in five women with lung cancer live for more than five years, in the UK. This is partly because lung cancer often doesn't cause symptoms, such as a persistent cough, until it has progressed. &nbsp;Smoking is the most common cause of lung cancer, accounting for more than 70 out of 100 cases, according to the National Health Service. But, even people who have never smoked can develop the disease, mostly in old age.&nbsp;</p>

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A British woman from New Manchester claimed that a $5.72 pizza helped her find out that she had cancer in her left lung. The woman had ordered a pizza online and put the dish in the oven to heat it.

A British woman from New Manchester claimed that a $5.72 pizza helped her find out that she had cancer in her left lung. The woman had ordered a pizza online and put the dish in the oven to heat it. The woman said that while putting the pizza in the oven, she lost her balance and slipped. The 'excruciating' pain spread across her back, both shoulders and head. When the woman reached hospital, the doctors discovered unusual growth on her left lung, apart from a minor fracture on her spine due to her near-the-oven fall. ALSO READ | World Cancer Day 2023: Add these foods to your diet to lower cancer risk "In a way, this snack was responsible for saving my life," the woman, Ms. Schofield was quoted as saying by Daily Mail. On July 25, 2022, Schofield marked the beginning of the end of her cancer treatment and in November, she was declared to be in remission. She now reportedly attends follow up appointments every three months and these are set to continue for the next five years. She said, "I'm still struggling with my health but my body has been through a lot of treatments to get rid of the cancer. I'm glad I slipped over and hurt myself – it's the only reason I'm still kicking about today and it's all because of a miracle pizza." ALSO WATCH | Your Story: Breast cancer overtakes Lung cancer to become most common × Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths in the UK, accounting for around a fifth of all deaths from the disease. It kills almost 35,000 people each year in the UK and more than 127,000 in the United States. Just one in five men, and one in five women with lung cancer live for more than five years, in the UK. This is partly because lung cancer often doesn't cause symptoms, such as a persistent cough, until it has progressed. Smoking is the most common cause of lung cancer, accounting for more than 70 out of 100 cases, according to the National Health Service. But, even people who have never smoked can develop the disease, mostly in old age. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>'That&nbsp;90s Show' is coming back! Netflix renewed the show just two weeks after the first season premiered on the streaming platform.<br />
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The first season had 10 episodes and starred Ashley Aufderheide, Callie Haverda, Maxwell Acee Donovan, Sam Morelos, and Reyn Doi, but the second season will be a little longer. According to reports, Netflix has ordered 16 episodes.</p>

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Talking about the season, co-creator and showrunner Gregg Mettler said, "All of us at 'That '90s Show' were beyond excited by the warm, enthusiastic response to our first season. We can't wait to return to Point Pleasant for another summer of laughs and surprises.&nbsp;Hello 1996!"<br />
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The show picks up after&nbsp;'That '70s Show'&nbsp;and revolves around Leia Forman (Callie Haverda), the daughter of Eric (Topher Grace) and Donna (Laura Prepon).</p>

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As per the official synopsis, via Variety, "Leia Forman (Callie Haverda) is desperate for some adventure in her life, or at least a best friend who isn’t her dad. When she arrives in Point Place to visit her grandparents, Red (Kurtwood Smith) and Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp), Leia finds what she’s looking for right next door when she meets the dynamic and rebellious Gwen (Ashley Aufderheide). With the help of Gwen’s friends, including her lovable brother Nate (Maxwell Acee Donovan), his smart, laser-focused girlfriend Nikki (Sam Morelos), the sarcastic and insightful Ozzie (Reyn Doi), and the charming Jay (Mace Coronel), Leia realises adventure could happen there just like it did for her parents all those years ago.''<br />
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Along with the new additions, 'That&nbsp;70s Show' regulars Grace, Prepon, Ashton Kutcher, and Mila Kunis have also made guest appearances in Season 1.&nbsp;</p>

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'That 90s Show' is coming back! Netflix renewed the show just two weeks after the first season premiered on the streaming platform. On Friday, the streaming platform announced that they have renewed the '70s Show' spin-off for season 2.

'That 90s Show' is coming back! Netflix renewed the show just two weeks after the first season premiered on the streaming platform. On Friday, the streaming platform announced that they have renewed the '70s Show' spin-off for season 2. The first season had 10 episodes and starred Ashley Aufderheide, Callie Haverda, Maxwell Acee Donovan, Sam Morelos, and Reyn Doi, but the second season will be a little longer. According to reports, Netflix has ordered 16 episodes. Mexican actor Pablo Lyle sentenced to 5 years in prison for road rage death Talking about the season, co-creator and showrunner Gregg Mettler said, "All of us at 'That '90s Show' were beyond excited by the warm, enthusiastic response to our first season. We can't wait to return to Point Pleasant for another summer of laughs and surprises. Hello 1996!" The show picks up after 'That '70s Show' and revolves around Leia Forman (Callie Haverda), the daughter of Eric (Topher Grace) and Donna (Laura Prepon). Ticketmaster working to avoid Taylor Swift repeat with Beyonce tour tickets As per the official synopsis, via Variety, "Leia Forman (Callie Haverda) is desperate for some adventure in her life, or at least a best friend who isn’t her dad. When she arrives in Point Place to visit her grandparents, Red (Kurtwood Smith) and Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp), Leia finds what she’s looking for right next door when she meets the dynamic and rebellious Gwen (Ashley Aufderheide). With the help of Gwen’s friends, including her lovable brother Nate (Maxwell Acee Donovan), his smart, laser-focused girlfriend Nikki (Sam Morelos), the sarcastic and insightful Ozzie (Reyn Doi), and the charming Jay (Mace Coronel), Leia realises adventure could happen there just like it did for her parents all those years ago.'' Along with the new additions, 'That 70s Show' regulars Grace, Prepon, Ashton Kutcher, and Mila Kunis have also made guest appearances in Season 1.

Netflix renews 'That '90s Show' for season two

Let us take a look at stories generating interest across WION's social media channels - Netflix accidentally launched a set of guidelines for its measures to curb password sharing for global users. They have now been taken down.

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<p>A father in the United States was left fuming after his six-year-old boy ordered food worth nearly ₹82,000 ($1,000).&nbsp;Keith Stonehouse, a resident of Michigan state&nbsp;was looking after his son Mason while wife Kristin was seeing a movie with some friends, when Mason decided it was time to get his tummy treated with some takeaway food from Grubhub.</p>

<p>The young boy managed to get onto his father's Grubhub account and ordered huge amounts of food.</p>

<p>Keith later said that as a treat before bed, he&nbsp;let Mason play a game on his phone. But this one time,&nbsp;the boy clicked over to the takeout app and just started ordering whatever he wished.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Keith said: "I was putting Mason to bed and saw a car pull up and the doorbell rang with the driver dropping off a big bag of stuff."</p>

<p>"My wife owns “A Slice of Heaven Cakes” bakery and it was a big wedding weekend, so I thought it was just someone dropping off decorative stuff they used from her. But it was from Leo’s Coney Island. I said, 'What the heck?'"</p>

<p>"The doorbell rang again and it kept happening. Car after car. Cars were pulling into the driveway while others were pulling out. I finally asked one of them what they were delivering. He said we ordered chicken shwarmas. I took the food and then it hit me."</p>

<p>"I looked at my phone with repeated messages that my food was getting ready, my food was being delivered. I looked at my bank account and it was getting drained."</p>

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<p>Keith said that he desperately tried to cancel the orders but could not.</p>

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A father in the United States was left fuming after his six-year-old boy ordered food worth nearly ₹82,000 ($1,000). Keith Stonehouse, a resident of Michigan state was looking after his son Mason while wife Kristin was seeing a movie with some friends, when Mason decided it was time to get his tummy treated with some takeaway food from Grubhub.

A father in the United States was left fuming after his six-year-old boy ordered food worth nearly ₹82,000 ($1,000). Keith Stonehouse, a resident of Michigan state was looking after his son Mason while wife Kristin was seeing a movie with some friends, when Mason decided it was time to get his tummy treated with some takeaway food from Grubhub. The young boy managed to get onto his father's Grubhub account and ordered huge amounts of food. Keith later said that as a treat before bed, he let Mason play a game on his phone. But this one time, the boy clicked over to the takeout app and just started ordering whatever he wished. ALSO READ | For those who missed the green comet, here are breathtaking videos, images of the rare astronomical sight Keith said: "I was putting Mason to bed and saw a car pull up and the doorbell rang with the driver dropping off a big bag of stuff." "My wife owns “A Slice of Heaven Cakes” bakery and it was a big wedding weekend, so I thought it was just someone dropping off decorative stuff they used from her. But it was from Leo’s Coney Island. I said, 'What the heck?'" "The doorbell rang again and it kept happening. Car after car. Cars were pulling into the driveway while others were pulling out. I finally asked one of them what they were delivering. He said we ordered chicken shwarmas. I took the food and then it hit me." "I looked at my phone with repeated messages that my food was getting ready, my food was being delivered. I looked at my bank account and it was getting drained." ALSO WATCH | Trending on WION: Researchers say Dog's tail are only a communication tool × Keith said that he desperately tried to cancel the orders but could not. Mountains of pizzas, shrimp, salads and sandwiches arrived to an increasingly furious Keith, making him rethink if Mason's treat before bed (his phonetime) had been taken quite literally and massively by his six-year-old.

As 'treat before bed', six-year-old orders $1000-worth food online from dad's unattended phone

<p>Australian beachgoers are being warned about a water creature that is beautiful to look at&nbsp;but may inflict a painful sting. This month, dozens of blue dragons, also known as <em>glaucus atlanticus</em>, have been washing up on beaches in New South Wales and Queensland, prompting an ocean expert to caution beachgoers about the risks the vividly coloured sea slugs can pose, as reported by 7news.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most beachgoers do not see the blue dragons until they have washed up on the shore, according to experts who spoke to 7news.&nbsp;However, swimmers may feel their presence in the water because of how painful their stings can be. That's because the animal stores its prey's stinging cells, known as cnidocytes, in sacs and feeds on&nbsp;species like the poisonous Portuguese man of war, according to David Hicks, dean of the University of Texas School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences.</p>

<p>Marine biology enthusiast Julian Obayd has&nbsp;been documenting his experience of finding and releasing the blue-coloured se slugs&nbsp;on beaches along the Gold Coast.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Here’s some videos of a blue sea dragon (Glaucus atlanticus) eating a by-the-wind sailor (Velella velella). These slugs really eat animals that are so much bigger than them… and don’t even get me started on their countershading 😍<br />
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<p>“It hurts like hell,” he says in one TikTok clip in which he shows the after-effects of being stung by several blue dragons when trying to release them back into the water.&nbsp;The blue dragons then will employ those deadly cells to defend themselves against attackers, sometimes with people getting caught in the crossfire.</p>

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<p>The pain felt after being stung is comparable to that of a man-of-war (a marine&nbsp;hydrozoan&nbsp;found in the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean)&nbsp;sting, which can be extremely excruciating and, in rare cases, life-threatening.</p>

<p>The temperate and tropical seas of the Pacific,&nbsp; the Atlantic, and Indian oceans are abode to these colourful&nbsp;sea slugs. As per Australian Geographic reports, the species are&nbsp;primarily found in Australia along the south-east coast of the continent, from southern Queensland to northern Victoria.</p>

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Australian beachgoers are being warned about a water creature that is beautiful to look at but may inflict a painful sting. This month, dozens of blue dragons, also known as glaucus atlanticus, have been washing up on beaches in New South Wales and Queensland, prompting an ocean expert to caution beachgoers about the risks the vividly coloured sea slugs can pose, as reported by 7news.

Australian beachgoers are being warned about a water creature that is beautiful to look at but may inflict a painful sting. This month, dozens of blue dragons, also known as glaucus atlanticus, have been washing up on beaches in New South Wales and Queensland, prompting an ocean expert to caution beachgoers about the risks the vividly coloured sea slugs can pose, as reported by 7news. Most beachgoers do not see the blue dragons until they have washed up on the shore, according to experts who spoke to 7news. However, swimmers may feel their presence in the water because of how painful their stings can be. That's because the animal stores its prey's stinging cells, known as cnidocytes, in sacs and feeds on species like the poisonous Portuguese man of war, according to David Hicks, dean of the University of Texas School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences. Marine biology enthusiast Julian Obayd has been documenting his experience of finding and releasing the blue-coloured se slugs on beaches along the Gold Coast. Also read | For those who missed the green comet, here are breathtaking videos, images of the rare astronomical sight Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Here’s some videos of a blue sea dragon (Glaucus atlanticus) eating a by-the-wind sailor (Velella velella). These slugs really eat animals that are so much bigger than them… and don’t even get me started on their countershading 😍 🎥: @RebeccaRHelm pic.twitter.com/QlbCJWqFfT — Go to sea for science! (@goseascience) October 28, 2022 × “It hurts like hell,” he says in one TikTok clip in which he shows the after-effects of being stung by several blue dragons when trying to release them back into the water. The blue dragons then will employ those deadly cells to defend themselves against attackers, sometimes with people getting caught in the crossfire. Also read | Mating frenzy, restlessness behind quolls deaths in Australia? The pain felt after being stung is comparable to that of a man-of-war (a marine hydrozoan found in the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean) sting, which can be extremely excruciating and, in rare cases, life-threatening. The temperate and tropical seas of the Pacific, the Atlantic, and Indian oceans are abode to these colourful sea slugs. As per Australian Geographic reports, the species are primarily found in Australia along the south-east coast of the continent, from southern Queensland to northern Victoria. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Jammu and Kashmir received the season's first major spell of snowfall, disrupting surface traffic and affecting normal life in the region. The Srinagar Jammu National Highway which connects Kashmir to rest of India has been shut.

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<p>A man was saved by Georgia police from an overturned patrol car just before it was hit by an approaching train.&nbsp;During a traffic stop, the man stole a police car, setting off a high-speed chase with the authorities. The suspect, 29-year-old Mickal Parker, jumped behind the wheel of the police car and drove away as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, he lost control of the vehicle, which then flipped over into the train tracks.</p>

<p>"They just immediately went into rescue mode where they got to get this guy out of the car and away from that train," Atlanta Sgt. John Chaffee told&nbsp;FOX5 Atlanta.</p>

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<p>Police released aerial and bodycam video of officers working with the Georgia State Patrol to pull the suspect from the vehicle just seconds before the train struck the patrol car.</p>

<p>Atlanta police lauded the officers involved in&nbsp;saving the suspect’s life&nbsp;and said that the incident shows that "no traffic stop is routine."</p>

<p>"We are proud of the efforts of the units on the ground as well as in the air, as they all worked to safely conclude an incident that could have ended in death or seriously bodily harm," the department said.</p>

<p>The driver was accused of theft by taking, evading arrest, driving recklessly, disrupting traffic, and causing damage to public property, according to the Atlanta Police Department.</p>

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A man was saved by Georgia police from an overturned patrol car just before it was hit by an approaching train. During a traffic stop, the man stole a police car, setting off a high-speed chase with the authorities.

A man was saved by Georgia police from an overturned patrol car just before it was hit by an approaching train. During a traffic stop, the man stole a police car, setting off a high-speed chase with the authorities. The suspect, 29-year-old Mickal Parker, jumped behind the wheel of the police car and drove away as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. Later, he lost control of the vehicle, which then flipped over into the train tracks. "They just immediately went into rescue mode where they got to get this guy out of the car and away from that train," Atlanta Sgt. John Chaffee told FOX5 Atlanta. × Video courtesy: FOX 5 Atlanta Police released aerial and bodycam video of officers working with the Georgia State Patrol to pull the suspect from the vehicle just seconds before the train struck the patrol car. Atlanta police lauded the officers involved in saving the suspect’s life and said that the incident shows that "no traffic stop is routine." "We are proud of the efforts of the units on the ground as well as in the air, as they all worked to safely conclude an incident that could have ended in death or seriously bodily harm," the department said. The driver was accused of theft by taking, evading arrest, driving recklessly, disrupting traffic, and causing damage to public property, according to the Atlanta Police Department. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Get to know about an interesting UK poll that may in fact gives you an additional reason to wake up pretty early as the poll shows watching birds and hearing bird songs has a positive impact on the well-being of nearby 90 of the people.

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<p>The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do?</p>

<p>Well, the cats definitely cannot take their human parents on a coffee date. But the reverse is indeed possible, credit the advanced human civilisation of course and an even more advanced paw-some presence of cats in it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This possibility was brought to reality by a New York resident as he took his three cats on a coffee date in the city. In a video shared on Instagram, three felines named Spongecake, Mocha and Donut are seen having the time of their felinous glory on a coffee date with their human parent. The cats can be seen sniffing through some edible items. The visuals are nothing short of a spirit lifter.</p>

<p>"Would you like to join us for coffee in NYC?", reads the caption.</p>

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<p>The Internet just could not stop gushing over this felonious honour filled with grandeur of human-feline bond.</p>

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<p>"These cats have a better life than me," wrote a user. "Such distinguished gentlemen, I had not seen any(one) more splendid," wrote another.&nbsp;</p>

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The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do?

The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do? Well, the cats definitely cannot take their human parents on a coffee date. But the reverse is indeed possible, credit the advanced human civilisation of course and an even more advanced paw-some presence of cats in it. ALSO READ | Cats can actually recognise your mushy voice directed at them: Study This possibility was brought to reality by a New York resident as he took his three cats on a coffee date in the city. In a video shared on Instagram, three felines named Spongecake, Mocha and Donut are seen having the time of their felinous glory on a coffee date with their human parent. The cats can be seen sniffing through some edible items. The visuals are nothing short of a spirit lifter. "Would you like to join us for coffee in NYC?", reads the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sponge Cake + Mocha + Donut (@spongecake_thescottishfold) × The Internet just could not stop gushing over this felonious honour filled with grandeur of human-feline bond. ALSO WATCH | Polish institute classifies cats as 'alien invasive species × "These cats have a better life than me," wrote a user. "Such distinguished gentlemen, I had not seen any(one) more splendid," wrote another. According to digital insurance company Lemonade, 45.3 million households in the United States own a cat. As of 2022, 70 per cent US households (90.5 million households) owned a pet. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A chatbot powered by reams of data from the internet has passed exams at a US law school after writing essays on topics ranging from constitutional law to taxation and torts. ChatGPT from OpenAI, a US company that this week got a massive injection of cash from Microsoft, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate streams of text from simple prompts.

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<p>A dog in the United States accidentally fired a gun&nbsp;that was left on the backseat of a pickup truck after stepping on it and killing&nbsp;a man as per authorities. The victim, who was seated in the front passenger seat of the truck, sustained the gunshot in the rear when he and the&nbsp;dog were out on a hunting trip,&nbsp;according to Kansas police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Officials who spoke to AFP did not mention whether the 30-year-old man who died was the dog's owner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A canine belonging to the owner of the pickup stepped on the rifle, causing the weapon to discharge. The fired round struck the passenger, who died of his injuries on scene," the Sumner County Sheriff's office said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The investigation is ongoing, but the preliminary investigation shows it to be a hunting-related accident," the sheriff's office added in a separate statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the United States, a nation where there are more firearms than people, accidental shootings occur alarmingly frequently. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that more than 500 individuals died in firearm accidents in 2021.</p>

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A dog in the United States accidentally fired a gun that was left on the backseat of a pickup truck after stepping on it and killing a man as per authorities. The victim, who was seated in the front passenger seat of the truck, sustained the gunshot in the rear when he and the dog were out on a hunting trip, according to Kansas police.

A dog in the United States accidentally fired a gun that was left on the backseat of a pickup truck after stepping on it and killing a man as per authorities. The victim, who was seated in the front passenger seat of the truck, sustained the gunshot in the rear when he and the dog were out on a hunting trip, according to Kansas police. Officials who spoke to AFP did not mention whether the 30-year-old man who died was the dog's owner. "A canine belonging to the owner of the pickup stepped on the rifle, causing the weapon to discharge. The fired round struck the passenger, who died of his injuries on scene," the Sumner County Sheriff's office said. "The investigation is ongoing, but the preliminary investigation shows it to be a hunting-related accident," the sheriff's office added in a separate statement. Also read | Two shootings in Half Moon Bay, California, leave 7 dead; Asian man arrested In the United States, a nation where there are more firearms than people, accidental shootings occur alarmingly frequently. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that more than 500 individuals died in firearm accidents in 2021. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Based on a study of 2,500 people France's High Authority on Equality (HCE), a consultative body, found that while most respondents bemoaned sexism in principle, "they fail to reject it in practice". "The report shows a French society that remains deeply sexist in all its spheres," the HCE said.

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Let's take a look at what is trending on WION's social platform - Netflix released the first part of its highly anticipated docuseries 'Break Point' earlier this month. However, every athlete to have been involved in the series has been knocked out of the Australian Open 2023, leading the fans to believe that the 'Netflix curse' is real.

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Let's take a look at what's trending across the news - A rare theft scene has gone viral in India where a group of robbers posing as telecom company employees uprooted a 29-foot-long mobile tower in Patna's Sabzibagh and took off.

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Let's take a look at what's trending across the news - A US-born great-grandmother of Spain has become the world’s oldest living person, the Guinness World Records declared Wednesday. The woman, Branyas Morera, is 115-years-old and is in good health.

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<p>The National Education Union (NEU) has declared that teachers would walk out in England and Wales on seven occasions in February and March in protest of their wages. On February 1 and March 15 and 16, there will be national strikes. There are a number of regional dates as well. About 300,000 teachers and support staff members in England and Wales cast ballots for the NEU, the largest education union in the UK.&nbsp;The secretary of education has stated that she will meet with union representatives later this week, as reported by the BBC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In line with advice from the Department of Education, head teachers are required to take "all reasonable steps" to keep schools open for as many students as possible throughout a strike.</p>

<p>After a referendum by the NAHT union fell short of the legally mandated 50 per cent&nbsp;turnout level, head teachers in England decided not to strike.</p>

<p>The union claims that due to supposed disruption brought on by postal strikes, a second ballot is being considered.</p>

<p>However, due to the needed turnout in Wales, NAHT members there will engage in strike action.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;UK to supply battle tanks to Ukraine amid Russian strikes</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>When do NEU teachers go on strike?</strong></h2>

<p>On the following days, there will be strikes on both a national and regional level, as reported by the BBC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>- 1 February: All schools in England and Wales<br />
- 14 February: All schools in Wales<br />
- 28 February: North and north-west England, Yorkshire and Humber<br />
- 1 March: East Midlands, West Midlands, and the NEU's eastern region<br />
- 2 March: South-east and south-west England, and London<br />
- 15 and 16 March: Two-day strike of all schools in England and Wales</p>

<p>As confirmed by NEU, a school will only be impacted on a maximum of four of the seven dates.</p>

<p>In 2022, most state school teachers in England and Wales saw pay increases of five per cent.</p>

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<p>The five per cent&nbsp;salary increase granted to members, according to the NEU, is basically a pay reduction because of the high inflation rates of over 10&nbsp;per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The NASUWT union's English and Welsh members voted to strike a few days prior to the NEU declaration, but the vote fell short of the required percentage of participants to allow industrial action.</p>

<p>Scotland's teachers have been on strike even since Christmas. The 16-day rolling strike started on Monday, with two local authorities' worth of schools participating daily.</p>

<p>Five unions representing teachers in Northern Ireland are still engaging in a non-strike activity.</p>

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The National Education Union (NEU) has declared that teachers would walk out in England and Wales on seven occasions in February and March in protest of their wages.

The National Education Union (NEU) has declared that teachers would walk out in England and Wales on seven occasions in February and March in protest of their wages. On February 1 and March 15 and 16, there will be national strikes. There are a number of regional dates as well. About 300,000 teachers and support staff members in England and Wales cast ballots for the NEU, the largest education union in the UK. The secretary of education has stated that she will meet with union representatives later this week, as reported by the BBC. In line with advice from the Department of Education, head teachers are required to take "all reasonable steps" to keep schools open for as many students as possible throughout a strike. After a referendum by the NAHT union fell short of the legally mandated 50 per cent turnout level, head teachers in England decided not to strike. The union claims that due to supposed disruption brought on by postal strikes, a second ballot is being considered. However, due to the needed turnout in Wales, NAHT members there will engage in strike action. Also watch | UK to supply battle tanks to Ukraine amid Russian strikes When do NEU teachers go on strike? On the following days, there will be strikes on both a national and regional level, as reported by the BBC. - 1 February: All schools in England and Wales - 14 February: All schools in Wales - 28 February: North and north-west England, Yorkshire and Humber - 1 March: East Midlands, West Midlands, and the NEU's eastern region - 2 March: South-east and south-west England, and London - 15 and 16 March: Two-day strike of all schools in England and Wales As confirmed by NEU, a school will only be impacted on a maximum of four of the seven dates. In 2022, most state school teachers in England and Wales saw pay increases of five per cent. Also read | UK: Man arrested over discovery of uranium at London's Heathrow airport The five per cent salary increase granted to members, according to the NEU, is basically a pay reduction because of the high inflation rates of over 10 per cent. The NASUWT union's English and Welsh members voted to strike a few days prior to the NEU declaration, but the vote fell short of the required percentage of participants to allow industrial action. Scotland's teachers have been on strike even since Christmas. The 16-day rolling strike started on Monday, with two local authorities' worth of schools participating daily. Five unions representing teachers in Northern Ireland are still engaging in a non-strike activity. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Strikes in the United Kingdom are set to intensify, as on Monday&nbsp;Britain’s largest teaching and nursing unions announced further walkouts over pay.&nbsp;AFP reports, the National Education Union (NEU) announced that its members have overwhelmingly voted to walk out starting next month.</p>

<p>Here’s everything you need to know:</p>

<p><strong>Why are they protesting?</strong></p>

<p>The protests are part of a larger action by professionals of&nbsp;various trades over pay raises.</p>

<p>Inflation in the UK has in recent months crossed the 10 per cent mark, and the teacher unions are demanding a pay raise for the nation’s educators.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Nurses and ambulance workers strike in UK over pay hike</strong></p>

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<p><strong>How much raise are they asking for?</strong></p>

<p>They are asking for a raise that at least matches the double-digit inflation.</p>

<p>In Scotland, teachers were offered a five per cent raise, which they rejected, instead demanding 10 per cent.</p>

<p>Across England and Wales, in 2022, many state-school teachers received a 5 per cent pay raise, while in Northern Ireland, many of them were offered 3.2 per cent for the school years 2021-22, and 2022-23.</p>

<p>However, teacher’s unions argue that with inflation above ten per cent, these meagre raises are essentially pay cuts.</p>

<p><strong>When will the strikes start?</strong></p>

<p>As per Daily Mail, strikes will happen over the course of two months; February and March.</p>

<p>On February 1 itself, thousands of teachers will walk out. This is expected to affect more than 23,000 schools.</p>

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<p>Further strikes have been announced over six days, spread out between the two months. February 14, March 15 and March 16 will witness larger strikes, while February 28 and March 1 and 2 have been set for regional walkouts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The NEU said that each school will only be affected for four days each, however, this has caused concern among the parents.</p>

<p><strong>What are the parents saying?</strong></p>

<p>In recent years, due to the coronavirus pandemic, education globally has suffered, with millions of children’s studies getting negatively affected by Covid restrictions and lockdowns.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Writing for Daily Mail Molly Kingsley, mother of a child who’ll be impacted, called the strike an “act of educational sabotage.”</p>

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<p>She writes, “even a single day of missed education is unacceptable,” adding “it’s hard to understand how anyone could be comfortable inflicting such terrible damage on children at this critical time. Many go into teaching not for financial gain but to better young lives.”</p>

<p>Calling the union’s action “militancy”, Kingsley said that children of the poorest families will be most badly affected.</p>

<p><strong>What would happen to children’s education in their teacher’s absence?</strong></p>

<p>A Department for Education (DfE) issued guidance for schools and has called on headteachers to “take all reasonable steps to keep the school open for as many pupils as possible”.</p>

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<p>It also suggested that individual schools or groups of schools may want to consider keeping a bank of “cover supervisors” like volunteers who already support the staff in their teaching.</p>

<p><strong>Is this the first time teachers are going on&nbsp;strike?</strong></p>

<p>No, currently many schools across Scotland are closed due to teacher strike action, while in Northern Ireland, administrative tasks are currently getting affected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a new announcement by the Educational Institute of Scotland, the strikes are slated to continue in February, April and March. EIS has announced 16 days of industrial action.</p>

<p>In Ireland, five teacher unions are taking action, which as per Daily Mail falls short of a strike. Because of this, administrative tasks like lesson planning are reportedly being disturbed.</p>

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Strikes in the United Kingdom are set to intensify, as on Monday Britain’s largest teaching and nursing unions announced further walkouts over pay. AFP reports, the National Education Union (NEU) announced that its members have overwhelmingly voted to walk out starting next month.

Strikes in the United Kingdom are set to intensify, as on Monday Britain’s largest teaching and nursing unions announced further walkouts over pay. AFP reports, the National Education Union (NEU) announced that its members have overwhelmingly voted to walk out starting next month. Here’s everything you need to know: Why are they protesting? The protests are part of a larger action by professionals of various trades over pay raises. Inflation in the UK has in recent months crossed the 10 per cent mark, and the teacher unions are demanding a pay raise for the nation’s educators. Watch | Nurses and ambulance workers strike in UK over pay hike How much raise are they asking for? They are asking for a raise that at least matches the double-digit inflation. In Scotland, teachers were offered a five per cent raise, which they rejected, instead demanding 10 per cent. Across England and Wales, in 2022, many state-school teachers received a 5 per cent pay raise, while in Northern Ireland, many of them were offered 3.2 per cent for the school years 2021-22, and 2022-23. However, teacher’s unions argue that with inflation above ten per cent, these meagre raises are essentially pay cuts. When will the strikes start? As per Daily Mail, strikes will happen over the course of two months; February and March. On February 1 itself, thousands of teachers will walk out. This is expected to affect more than 23,000 schools. Also read | Right to protest ‘not absolute’, says Rishi Sunak as UK prepares to introduce broader powers for Police Further strikes have been announced over six days, spread out between the two months. February 14, March 15 and March 16 will witness larger strikes, while February 28 and March 1 and 2 have been set for regional walkouts. The NEU said that each school will only be affected for four days each, however, this has caused concern among the parents. What are the parents saying? In recent years, due to the coronavirus pandemic, education globally has suffered, with millions of children’s studies getting negatively affected by Covid restrictions and lockdowns. Writing for Daily Mail Molly Kingsley, mother of a child who’ll be impacted, called the strike an “act of educational sabotage.” Also read | Rishi Sunak vows to introduce anti-strike law as nurses begin unprecedented day-long strike for better wages She writes, “even a single day of missed education is unacceptable,” adding “it’s hard to understand how anyone could be comfortable inflicting such terrible damage on children at this critical time. Many go into teaching not for financial gain but to better young lives.” Calling the union’s action “militancy”, Kingsley said that children of the poorest families will be most badly affected. What would happen to children’s education in their teacher’s absence? A Department for Education (DfE) issued guidance for schools and has called on headteachers to “take all reasonable steps to keep the school open for as many pupils as possible”. Also read | UK teachers announce strike, most English and Welsh schools to face closure It also suggested that individual schools or groups of schools may want to consider keeping a bank of “cover supervisors” like volunteers who already support the staff in their teaching. Is this the first time teachers are going on strike? No, currently many schools across Scotland are closed due to teacher strike action, while in Northern Ireland, administrative tasks are currently getting affected. As per a new announcement by the Educational Institute of Scotland, the strikes are slated to continue in February, April and March. EIS has announced 16 days of industrial action. In Ireland, five teacher unions are taking action, which as per Daily Mail falls short of a strike. Because of this, administrative tasks like lesson planning are reportedly being disturbed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Explained: 23,000 schools across UK to be affected as teachers announce strike. Here's all you need to know

Mexico imposed a total ban on smoking in public places. This also includes a ban on tobacco advertising. The step was initially approved in 2021.

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<p>Recalled as one of India's worst fire catastrophes, the Uphaar cinema fire on 13 June&nbsp;1997, in Delhi's Green Park locality resulted in 59 deaths and 103 injuries.&nbsp;The victims were frequent moviegoers who had gone&nbsp;to watch the movie&nbsp;"<em>Border</em>" by J P Dutta.</p>

<p>With the release of&nbsp;a mini-series “<em>Trial by Fire</em>” on Netflix which is based on a book about the incident and the long-drawn court battle that ensued,&nbsp;we take an in-depth look at what exactly happened.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Uphaar Tragedy: What exactly happened on 13 June 1997?</strong></h2>

<p>On&nbsp;the morning on 13 June 1997,&nbsp;the larger of the two transformers on the ground floor of the Uphaar cinema caught fire at around 6:55 am. Despite the fact that the fire was quickly put out, the transformer was compromised, as reported by the&nbsp;<em>Indian Express</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An electrician fixed it quickly, and the theatre was then opened. The transformer caught fire again because the repair wasn't done properly after one of its cables broke free and caused a lot of sparking.</p>

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<p>According to reports, the transformer lacked an oil soak pit, which is required by law, and allowed the burning oil to spread to other places. Even distant automobiles were engulfed in the fire.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The theatre lost power, and smoke started to fill in. While viewers seated on the lower floor were able to find an escape, those seated on the balcony were trapped. As a result,&nbsp;59 people died inside due to asphyxiation -&nbsp;&nbsp;suffocation from a lack of oxygen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Over 103 people&nbsp;were critically injured during a scramble to escape the theatre. Most importantly, it took fire tenders nearly an hour to get to the scene owing to traffic.</p>

<h2><strong>The lapses in safety measures</strong></h2>

<p>The tragic fire was caused by a number of failures in "safety measures." The&nbsp;<em>Indian Express</em>&nbsp;quoted senior advocate Harish Salve, who was appearing on behalf of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) told the&nbsp;Delhi&nbsp;High Court in 2007, “Safety measures, meant for panic situations, were not in place in the ill-fated theatre… the persons, who were getting financial gains from the operation of the cinema, were criminally liable for the lapses.”</p>

<p>The investigation stated that the generator that caught fire lacked safety features and, more crucially, was installed in a space that was being utilised as a parking lot which&nbsp;made it easier for gasoline-powered vehicles to catch fire, as reported by the <em>Indian Express</em>.</p>

<p>Additional information claimed that the generator had not received the periodic maintenance mandated by law.</p>

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<p>When the theatre lost electricity, the movie hall became completely dark since it lacked emergency lighting, footlights, or exit lights. The audience was not informed of the fire via any public notice system, reported the <em>Indian Express</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>A protracted legal battle</strong></h2>

<p>Victims and surviving family members of the deceased sought to hold the theatre owners accountable in a protracted court case. 16 defendants, including the business owners Sushil and Gopal Ansal, were named in the original charge sheet submitted by the CBI conducting the investigation. However, the trial had many unexpected turns. Even now, there is a case of evidence tampering against the Ansals, thus the quest for justice continues.</p>

<p>The Ansal brothers were found guilty of criminal negligence in 2007, 10 years after the fire, and were given the maximum term that could be imposed in such a case: two years in jail. The Delhi High Court maintained the verdict but reduced the sentence to one year after a year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The case was heard by the Supreme Court for over ten years. The two brothers were ordered to pay a fine of Rs 30 crores each in 2017, which was used to build a trauma centre, by the supreme court. Sushil Ansal, who has already served five months in prison, was spared additional time in prison due to his advanced age (77) and medical issues. Gopal was sentenced to a year in jail.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Compensation for the deceased's kin was set at Rs&nbsp;10 lakh for those above the age of 20, and Rs&nbsp;7.5 lakh for those under the age of 20. Each injured individual receives Rs&nbsp;1 lakh.</p>

<p>The brothers were convicted for tampering with evidence in a different case. A&nbsp;Delhi court sentenced both of them to seven years of simple jail in 2021. The court additionally fined each of the Ansals Rs&nbsp;2.5 crore. The brothers have challenged their conviction in this ongoing case.</p>

<h2><strong>Shekhar and Neelam Krishnamoorthy: The couple that lost their kids to the Uphaar tragedy</strong></h2>

<p>“We didn’t spend as much time with our children on this Earth as we have seeking justice for their murders. We are serving a living death sentence; it has been 26 years, and it is still on,” Shekhar and Neelam Krishnamoorthy told&nbsp;<em>The Indian Express</em>&nbsp;before the release of the Netflix series&nbsp;that&nbsp;chronicles the couple's fight for justice.</p>

<p>In 2022,&nbsp;Gopal and Sushil Ansal were released from jail. The court had indicated that the ruling was based on taking the ages of the brothers into account, despite the fact that nothing could make up for what the victims' families had lost.&nbsp;</p>

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Recalled as one of India's worst fire catastrophes, the Uphaar cinema fire on 13 June 1997, in Delhi's Green Park locality resulted in 59 deaths and 103 injuries.

Recalled as one of India's worst fire catastrophes, the Uphaar cinema fire on 13 June 1997, in Delhi's Green Park locality resulted in 59 deaths and 103 injuries. The victims were frequent moviegoers who had gone to watch the movie "Border" by J P Dutta. With the release of a mini-series “Trial by Fire” on Netflix which is based on a book about the incident and the long-drawn court battle that ensued, we take an in-depth look at what exactly happened. Uphaar Tragedy: What exactly happened on 13 June 1997? On the morning on 13 June 1997, the larger of the two transformers on the ground floor of the Uphaar cinema caught fire at around 6:55 am. Despite the fact that the fire was quickly put out, the transformer was compromised, as reported by the Indian Express. An electrician fixed it quickly, and the theatre was then opened. The transformer caught fire again because the repair wasn't done properly after one of its cables broke free and caused a lot of sparking. Also read | Did you know James Cameron's 'Avatar' films are subconsciously linked to India? According to reports, the transformer lacked an oil soak pit, which is required by law, and allowed the burning oil to spread to other places. Even distant automobiles were engulfed in the fire. The theatre lost power, and smoke started to fill in. While viewers seated on the lower floor were able to find an escape, those seated on the balcony were trapped. As a result, 59 people died inside due to asphyxiation - suffocation from a lack of oxygen. Over 103 people were critically injured during a scramble to escape the theatre. Most importantly, it took fire tenders nearly an hour to get to the scene owing to traffic. The lapses in safety measures The tragic fire was caused by a number of failures in "safety measures." The Indian Express quoted senior advocate Harish Salve, who was appearing on behalf of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) told the Delhi High Court in 2007, “Safety measures, meant for panic situations, were not in place in the ill-fated theatre… the persons, who were getting financial gains from the operation of the cinema, were criminally liable for the lapses.” The investigation stated that the generator that caught fire lacked safety features and, more crucially, was installed in a space that was being utilised as a parking lot which made it easier for gasoline-powered vehicles to catch fire, as reported by the Indian Express. Additional information claimed that the generator had not received the periodic maintenance mandated by law. Also read | Relief for Delhi! City's temperature not likely to drop to subzero amid -4 degrees Celsius prediction When the theatre lost electricity, the movie hall became completely dark since it lacked emergency lighting, footlights, or exit lights. The audience was not informed of the fire via any public notice system, reported the Indian Express. A protracted legal battle Victims and surviving family members of the deceased sought to hold the theatre owners accountable in a protracted court case. 16 defendants, including the business owners Sushil and Gopal Ansal, were named in the original charge sheet submitted by the CBI conducting the investigation. However, the trial had many unexpected turns. Even now, there is a case of evidence tampering against the Ansals, thus the quest for justice continues. The Ansal brothers were found guilty of criminal negligence in 2007, 10 years after the fire, and were given the maximum term that could be imposed in such a case: two years in jail. The Delhi High Court maintained the verdict but reduced the sentence to one year after a year. The case was heard by the Supreme Court for over ten years. The two brothers were ordered to pay a fine of Rs 30 crores each in 2017, which was used to build a trauma centre, by the supreme court. Sushil Ansal, who has already served five months in prison, was spared additional time in prison due to his advanced age (77) and medical issues. Gopal was sentenced to a year in jail. Compensation for the deceased's kin was set at Rs 10 lakh for those above the age of 20, and Rs 7.5 lakh for those under the age of 20. Each injured individual receives Rs 1 lakh. The brothers were convicted for tampering with evidence in a different case. A Delhi court sentenced both of them to seven years of simple jail in 2021. The court additionally fined each of the Ansals Rs 2.5 crore. The brothers have challenged their conviction in this ongoing case. Shekhar and Neelam Krishnamoorthy: The couple that lost their kids to the Uphaar tragedy “We didn’t spend as much time with our children on this Earth as we have seeking justice for their murders. We are serving a living death sentence; it has been 26 years, and it is still on,” Shekhar and Neelam Krishnamoorthy told The Indian Express before the release of the Netflix series that chronicles the couple's fight for justice. In 2022, Gopal and Sushil Ansal were released from jail. The court had indicated that the ruling was based on taking the ages of the brothers into account, despite the fact that nothing could make up for what the victims' families had lost. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Netflix's 'Trial by Fire': Everything about the Uphaar cinema fire of 1997

According to a report, Subway is exploring a sale that could value the sandwich chain at more than $10 billion. The reported decision comes a little more than a year after the company's last surviving founder, Peter Buck, died in 2021.

Trending on WION | Reports: Fast-food chain subway to be up for sale, could fetch over $10 billion

<p>The United Nations recently released figures saying that almost five million children died in 2021 worldwide before their fifth birthday, with 47 per cent of them dying&nbsp;during their first month only. The data was published by the UN Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation on Tuesday. The data also showed that mortality rates have fallen.&nbsp;According to experts, the majority of deaths could have been prevented with better healthcare. They also said that the deaths among newborns have not reduced since 2017.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The director of the MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, Dr Vandana Tripathi said, "Sadly, the 2.3 million newborns who died in the first month of life isn’t a significant reduction from the 2.5 million babies who died in their first month in 2017." She added that the children born in sub-Saharan Africa are 15 times more likely to die than the ones in Europe or North America, Guardian reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The figures also showed that in 2021 almost 1.9 million children were stillborn, with nearly 77 per cent in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. The data also stated that the risk of a woman having a stillborn baby in sub-Saharan Africa is seven times more than for women in Europe and North America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Almost 40 per cent of stillbirths occurred during labour.</p>

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<p>The UN also said that though Covid did not affect&nbsp;child mortality, the pandemic might have increased future risks of survival amid poor healthcare. It said that the pandemic has resulted in one of the largest reversals in global vaccination campaigns.</p>

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The United Nations recently released figures saying that almost five million children died in 2021 worldwide before their fifth birthday, with 47 per cent of them dying during their first month only.

The United Nations recently released figures saying that almost five million children died in 2021 worldwide before their fifth birthday, with 47 per cent of them dying during their first month only. The data was published by the UN Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation on Tuesday. The data also showed that mortality rates have fallen. According to experts, the majority of deaths could have been prevented with better healthcare. They also said that the deaths among newborns have not reduced since 2017. The director of the MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, Dr Vandana Tripathi said, "Sadly, the 2.3 million newborns who died in the first month of life isn’t a significant reduction from the 2.5 million babies who died in their first month in 2017." She added that the children born in sub-Saharan Africa are 15 times more likely to die than the ones in Europe or North America, Guardian reported. Watch | Gravitas: One and done, say parents The figures also showed that in 2021 almost 1.9 million children were stillborn, with nearly 77 per cent in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. The data also stated that the risk of a woman having a stillborn baby in sub-Saharan Africa is seven times more than for women in Europe and North America. Almost 40 per cent of stillbirths occurred during labour. Also read | Sikh Canadian woman creates ‘turban-friendly’ helmets for her kids, gets lauded The UN also said that though Covid did not affect child mortality, the pandemic might have increased future risks of survival amid poor healthcare. It said that the pandemic has resulted in one of the largest reversals in global vaccination campaigns. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Five million kids die before fifth birthday, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia: UN

<p>As many supermarket shelves remain empty for the second week in New Zealand after a ban on battery cages, animal welfare campaigners are encouraging people&nbsp;not to rush out and buy chickens in response to a countrywide egg shortage. From 1 January, 2023, cages—which were deemed harmful to the health and welfare of the birds—were prohibited. In 2012, when 86 per cent of layer hens were raised in battery cages, the government pledged to outlaw them. That proportion had decreased to 10 per cent&nbsp;by December 2022, as reported by the <em>Guardian</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The chicken-egg problem, however, might take months to resolve, according to egg producers who claim they&nbsp;are still hundreds of thousands of chickens&nbsp;short of meeting market demand.</p>

<p>Purchase limits and empty shelves at the supermarkets have apparently prompted dreams of backyard farming for some. Searches on New Zealand’s largest online auction and classifieds site for chickens and “chicken-related items” jumped 77 per cent&nbsp;to 32,800 in the past seven days compared with the week before, said Trade Me spokesperson James Ryan who spoke to the <em>Guardian</em>.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the SPCA, anyone thinking of keeping chickens would need to commit to a flock of at least three since they are sociable creatures. They would also need to give a clean cage, adequate room, veterinary care, high-quality food, and clean water. In addition, owners must adhere to the many municipal council ordinances and licences that apply to raising chickens around the nation.</p>

<p>As per the Ministry for Primary Industries, New Zealand has 3.9 million chickens for egg production. On the Egg Producers Federation of New Zealand website, it is said that retail sales of eggs are valued at more than NZ$286 million, however, the export value for the year ending June 2022 was around NZ$18 million (£9 million).</p>

<p><strong>Also read |</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/americas/mental-health-blogger-from-cornwall-beth-matthews-dies-after-consuming-toxic-substance-purchased-online-550957">Mental health blogger from Cornwall, Beth Matthews, dies after consuming toxic substance purchased online</a></p>

<p>In the months preceding the ban on battery cages, the controversy over the country's egg supply grew in severity. Despite a 10-year notice of the prohibition, egg farmers warned of shortages, and some animal rights groups criticized&nbsp;the policy for not outright banning cage farming, as the European Union plans to do by 2027.</p>

<p>The legislation in New Zealand still allows colony cages, which can hold up to 60 hens and provide the animals more room than battery enclosures.</p>

<p>The state's leading supermarkets recently agreed to voluntarily stop selling colony eggs by 2027, but egg producers claimed some farms had already transitioned from the battery to colony cages, spending millions of dollars on the process, while others had quit the business altogether.</p>

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As many supermarket shelves remain empty for the second week in New Zealand after a ban on battery cages, animal welfare campaigners are encouraging people not to rush out and buy chickens in response to a countrywide egg shortage.

As many supermarket shelves remain empty for the second week in New Zealand after a ban on battery cages, animal welfare campaigners are encouraging people not to rush out and buy chickens in response to a countrywide egg shortage. From 1 January, 2023, cages—which were deemed harmful to the health and welfare of the birds—were prohibited. In 2012, when 86 per cent of layer hens were raised in battery cages, the government pledged to outlaw them. That proportion had decreased to 10 per cent by December 2022, as reported by the Guardian. The chicken-egg problem, however, might take months to resolve, according to egg producers who claim they are still hundreds of thousands of chickens short of meeting market demand. Purchase limits and empty shelves at the supermarkets have apparently prompted dreams of backyard farming for some. Searches on New Zealand’s largest online auction and classifieds site for chickens and “chicken-related items” jumped 77 per cent to 32,800 in the past seven days compared with the week before, said Trade Me spokesperson James Ryan who spoke to the Guardian. Also watch | Is the future of award ceremonies gender-neutral? According to the SPCA, anyone thinking of keeping chickens would need to commit to a flock of at least three since they are sociable creatures. They would also need to give a clean cage, adequate room, veterinary care, high-quality food, and clean water. In addition, owners must adhere to the many municipal council ordinances and licences that apply to raising chickens around the nation. As per the Ministry for Primary Industries, New Zealand has 3.9 million chickens for egg production. On the Egg Producers Federation of New Zealand website, it is said that retail sales of eggs are valued at more than NZ$286 million, however, the export value for the year ending June 2022 was around NZ$18 million (£9 million). Also read | Mental health blogger from Cornwall, Beth Matthews, dies after consuming toxic substance purchased online In the months preceding the ban on battery cages, the controversy over the country's egg supply grew in severity. Despite a 10-year notice of the prohibition, egg farmers warned of shortages, and some animal rights groups criticized the policy for not outright banning cage farming, as the European Union plans to do by 2027. The legislation in New Zealand still allows colony cages, which can hold up to 60 hens and provide the animals more room than battery enclosures. The state's leading supermarkets recently agreed to voluntarily stop selling colony eggs by 2027, but egg producers claimed some farms had already transitioned from the battery to colony cages, spending millions of dollars on the process, while others had quit the business altogether. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

New Zealand's egg shortage prompts SPCA warning on chicken ownership

<p>At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight. The flight left at 6:30 am. The incident prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to send a notice to the airlines. The regulator has also indicated that an investigation is underway. A senior&nbsp;DGCA&nbsp;official told PTI that a report has been sought and 'appropriate&nbsp;action' will be taken.<br />
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Meanwhile, multiple passengers on Twitter slammed the airline for the "most horrifying experience."</p>

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A passenger named&nbsp;Satish&nbsp;Kumar on Twitter said, "Flight G8 116 (BLR-DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus were left on ground &amp; the flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia&nbsp;@PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks!"</p>

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<p>Replying to this, the airline said, “Hi&nbsp;Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest.”</p>

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<p>Another flyer wrote, “Most horrifying experience with @GoFirstairways 5:35 am. Boarded the bus for aircraft 6:30 am. Still in bus stuffed with over 50 passengers, driver stopped the bus after being forced. Flight G8 116 takes off, leaving 50 passengers. Heights of negligence! @DGCAIndia.”<br />
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According to reports, a separate flight was arranged by the airline for the forgotten flyers after&nbsp;realising&nbsp;the error. The&nbsp;report also said that amongst 55, 53 flew to the national capital on a separate plane, while the remaining two passengers, they asked for a refund, which was paid by the airline.</p>

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At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight.

At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight. The flight left at 6:30 am. The incident prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to send a notice to the airlines. The regulator has also indicated that an investigation is underway. A senior DGCA official told PTI that a report has been sought and 'appropriate action' will be taken. Meanwhile, multiple passengers on Twitter slammed the airline for the "most horrifying experience." Also read | India: Bengaluru Metro pillar comes crashing killing mother, toddler son; BMRCL orders enquiry A passenger named Satish Kumar on Twitter said, "Flight G8 116 (BLR-DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus were left on ground & the flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia @PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks!" Flight G8 116 (BLR - DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus was left on ground & flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia @PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks. pic.twitter.com/QSPoCisIfc — Satish Kumar (@Satishk98130718) January 9, 2023 × Replying to this, the airline said, “Hi Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest.” Also read | Air India passenger accused of urinating on woman co-flyer arrested, sent to custody for 14 days Hi Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest. — GO FIRST (@GoFirstairways) January 9, 2023 × Another flyer wrote, “Most horrifying experience with @GoFirstairways 5:35 am. Boarded the bus for aircraft 6:30 am. Still in bus stuffed with over 50 passengers, driver stopped the bus after being forced. Flight G8 116 takes off, leaving 50 passengers. Heights of negligence! @DGCAIndia.” According to reports, a separate flight was arranged by the airline for the forgotten flyers after realising the error. The report also said that amongst 55, 53 flew to the national capital on a separate plane, while the remaining two passengers, they asked for a refund, which was paid by the airline. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Women in the Indian subcontinent often get unsolicited wedding matchmaking prospects from never-minding-their-own-business relatives or even strangers for that matter. The latest incident came up from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. At Dhaka airport, a woman claimed that she was adviced&nbsp;by an immigration officer to "get married and settle" after finding a suitable guy. The woman further added that the concerned immigration officer went on to note her local phone number and said that he will remain in touch if he finds a suitable match for her.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The woman's tweet about the incident&nbsp;is going viral for sharing her hilarious experience at the Dhaka airport. Taking to social media, she wrote, "Immigration officer at Dhaka airport after enquiring about me, my parents, my marital status and profession has advised me to find a Bangladeshi boy, get married and ‘settle’ in Dhaka. He also noted my local ph no. and said he would be in touch if a ‘suitable match’ come up!"</p>

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<p>The reactions on the post left many cracking jokes and taking jibes at the officer's advice.</p>

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<p>"Everyone's national duty in the subcontinent is to get a girl married," wrote a user, reflecting the widespread practice of matchmaking in the Indian subcontinent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Welcome to Dhaka (sic). From personal experience, I can tell you that similar incidents happen more often than you would think. Of course, that doesn’t make it ok," wrote another.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Wow those who want run a side business do it irrespective of place &amp; current job: A matchmaker immigration officer," suggested a third Twitter user while reacting to the post. "Matchmaking must be the side occupation of the guy," speculated another user on micro-blogging platform.&nbsp;</p>

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Women in the Indian subcontinent often get unsolicited wedding matchmaking prospects from never-minding-their-own-business relatives or even strangers for that matter.

Women in the Indian subcontinent often get unsolicited wedding matchmaking prospects from never-minding-their-own-business relatives or even strangers for that matter. The latest incident came up from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. At Dhaka airport, a woman claimed that she was adviced by an immigration officer to "get married and settle" after finding a suitable guy. The woman further added that the concerned immigration officer went on to note her local phone number and said that he will remain in touch if he finds a suitable match for her. WATCH | Check out what 'Indian matchmaking' participants have to say after the Netflix show The woman's tweet about the incident is going viral for sharing her hilarious experience at the Dhaka airport. Taking to social media, she wrote, "Immigration officer at Dhaka airport after enquiring about me, my parents, my marital status and profession has advised me to find a Bangladeshi boy, get married and ‘settle’ in Dhaka. He also noted my local ph no. and said he would be in touch if a ‘suitable match’ come up!" Immigration officer at Dhaka airport after enquiring about me, my parents, my marital status and profession has advised me to find a Bangladeshi boy, get married and ‘settle’ in Dhaka. He also noted my local ph no. and said he would be in touch if a ‘suitable match’ come up! 🙄🤦🏾‍♀️ — Priyanka Basu (প্রিয়াঙ্কা বসু) (@DrPriyankaBasu) January 5, 2023 × The reactions on the post left many cracking jokes and taking jibes at the officer's advice. ALSO READ | Matchmaking website launches first-ever platform for LGBTQIA+ in India "Everyone's national duty in the subcontinent is to get a girl married," wrote a user, reflecting the widespread practice of matchmaking in the Indian subcontinent. "Welcome to Dhaka (sic). From personal experience, I can tell you that similar incidents happen more often than you would think. Of course, that doesn’t make it ok," wrote another. "Wow those who want run a side business do it irrespective of place & current job: A matchmaker immigration officer," suggested a third Twitter user while reacting to the post. "Matchmaking must be the side occupation of the guy," speculated another user on micro-blogging platform. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Dhaka immigration plays cupid to find 'suitable match'; post goes viral

<p>The two latest instances of men urinating on female fellow passengers on two separate Air India flights have sparked significant outrage. The aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), slammed the Tata Group-owned airline, stating its behaviour was "unprofessional" and resulted in "systemic failure" in reference to the November incident where a drunken male is reported to have urinated on a senior citizen. The First Information Report (FIR) states that despite the incident taking place late last year (November 2022), Air India finally reported it to the police on 4th January 2023 against the offender, a&nbsp;Mumbai-based man Shankar Mishra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In addition to imposing a 30-day flying ban&nbsp;on the Mishra, Air India has begun an investigation into the event that happened on one of its flights from New York to Delhi on 26th November 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mishra was fired by his employer,&nbsp;US financial services company Wells Fargo&nbsp;as the VP of India business, on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Wells Fargo holds employees to the highest standards of professional and personal behavior and we find these allegations deeply disturbing. This individual has been terminated from Wells Fargo. We are cooperating with law enforcement and ask that any additional inquiries be directed to them," Wells Fargo said in a statement.</p>

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<p>A similar incident occurred on an Air India flight between Paris and Delhi in December of last year when a male passenger who was allegedly intoxicated urinated on a female passenger's blanket.</p>

<p>Airport authorities told news agency PTI that the man was detained by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as the plane touched down but was subsequently released after the two passengers reached a "mutual solution" and the accused provided a "written apology."</p>

<h2><strong>What are&nbsp;Air India's forward plans and DGCA's statutory amid such incidents?</strong></h2>

<p>In a letter to Air India's staff on Friday, the airline CEO Campbell Wilson emphasised that anyone who violates flight regulations will be subject to prompt action. He emphasised the significance of reporting unfavourable situations on flights to authorities, even if the crew thinks the issue has been rectified.</p>

<p>The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) also issued an advisory on Friday, outlining how to deal with unruly passengers on board and who is responsible for what under the rules. All scheduled airlines' operational chiefs received the advisory. The DGCA instructed airlines to deploy restrictions whenever all conciliation efforts had failed.</p>

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<p>The statutory body said, "In the recent past, DGCA has noticed a few incidents of unruly behaviour and inappropriate conduct by the passengers on board the aircraft during flight, wherein it is observed that post holders, pilots and cabin crew members have failed to take appropriate actions."</p>

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<p>The DGCA stated that the pilot of an aircraft is in charge of maintaining flight safety, crew member safety, and the safety of passengers and goods carried by aircraft. Notably, many provisions of the 1937 Aircraft Rules, DGCA rules, circulars, and airline manuals specify a person's responsibilities for dealing with unruly passengers.</p>

<p>The cabin crew must diffuse a critical situation, according to the DGCA's additional statement.&nbsp;DGCA recommends 'handcuff-like device' to control unruly passengers on board.&nbsp;A senior DGCA official said they recommend devices kept in aircraft cabin used to restrain unruly passengers of level 3 type i.e. abusive physically violent category. The device looks&nbsp;like a handcuff. Some airlines in India like Air Asia are keeping it in the aircraft cabin.</p>

<p>The statutory body further stated that restraining devices should only be used after all other conciliatory measures have failed. In the meanwhile, it is the Director-in-Flight Services' responsibility to notify the DGCA of such situations in the manner specified by Cabin Safety Circular 02/2010.</p>

<p>Upon landing of the aircraft, airline representative shall lodge FIR with the concerned security agency at aerodrome, to whom, the unruly passenger shall be handed over," the DGCA said.</p>

<h2><strong>What will land a passenger on the no-fly list?</strong></h2>

<p>In accordance with the DGCA, instances of unruly behaviour include intentionally interfering with a crew member's performance of their duties, smoking inside an aircraft, using threatening or abusive language toward a crew member or other passengers, consuming alcohol or drugs that may cause disruption, and more.</p>

<p>Level 1, 2, or 3 behaviours have been designated as disorderly and will determine the length of the suspension.</p>

<p>Physical gestures, verbal abuse, and disorderly inebriation are examples of Level 1 behaviour and&nbsp;up to three-month suspension may result from this.</p>

<p>Level 2 physical abuse, which includes "pushing, kicking, striking, grabbing or unwanted touching or sexual harassment," will result in a six-month suspension.</p>

<p>Level 3 behaviour&nbsp;include those that pose a risk to one's life, such as endangering the aircraft's operational systems and engaging in "physical violence, including choking, eye gouging, deadly attack, attempted or successful breach of the flight crew compartment, etc." In such a case, the prohibition may last for a minimum of two years or longer might be permanent.</p>

<p>According to PTI, the Ministry of Home Affairs can also give the DGCA and the airlines a list of those who have been deemed "national security concerns" so they can be put on the no-fly list.</p>

<p>So far, only one Mumbai jeweller has been added to the no-fly list thus far, according to a report in The New Indian Express from 2020.</p>

<p>On a Jet Airways aircraft from Mumbai to Delhi in 2017, multimillionaire Birju Kishore Salla falsely claimed there were hijackers and explosives in the cargo hold. Salla placed the letter in the lavatory. As a result, the aircraft had to make an emergency landing at Ahmedabad Airport.</p>

<p>He was also prosecuted under the new Anti-Hijacking Act of 2016, making him the first individual to be placed on the no-fly list.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The two latest instances of men urinating on female fellow passengers on two separate Air India flights have sparked significant outrage. The aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), slammed the Tata Group-owned airline, stating its behaviour was "unprofessional" and resulted in "systemic failure" in reference to the November incident where a drunken male is reported to have urinated on a senior citizen.

The two latest instances of men urinating on female fellow passengers on two separate Air India flights have sparked significant outrage. The aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), slammed the Tata Group-owned airline, stating its behaviour was "unprofessional" and resulted in "systemic failure" in reference to the November incident where a drunken male is reported to have urinated on a senior citizen. The First Information Report (FIR) states that despite the incident taking place late last year (November 2022), Air India finally reported it to the police on 4th January 2023 against the offender, a Mumbai-based man Shankar Mishra. In addition to imposing a 30-day flying ban on the Mishra, Air India has begun an investigation into the event that happened on one of its flights from New York to Delhi on 26th November 2022. Mishra was fired by his employer, US financial services company Wells Fargo as the VP of India business, on Friday. “Wells Fargo holds employees to the highest standards of professional and personal behavior and we find these allegations deeply disturbing. This individual has been terminated from Wells Fargo. We are cooperating with law enforcement and ask that any additional inquiries be directed to them," Wells Fargo said in a statement. Also read | Joshimath sinking: Why is this town in India's Uttarakhand falling apart? A similar incident occurred on an Air India flight between Paris and Delhi in December of last year when a male passenger who was allegedly intoxicated urinated on a female passenger's blanket. Airport authorities told news agency PTI that the man was detained by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as the plane touched down but was subsequently released after the two passengers reached a "mutual solution" and the accused provided a "written apology." What are Air India's forward plans and DGCA's statutory amid such incidents? In a letter to Air India's staff on Friday, the airline CEO Campbell Wilson emphasised that anyone who violates flight regulations will be subject to prompt action. He emphasised the significance of reporting unfavourable situations on flights to authorities, even if the crew thinks the issue has been rectified. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) also issued an advisory on Friday, outlining how to deal with unruly passengers on board and who is responsible for what under the rules. All scheduled airlines' operational chiefs received the advisory. The DGCA instructed airlines to deploy restrictions whenever all conciliation efforts had failed. DGCA issues an advisory to Head of Operations of all Scheduled Airlines with regard to handling unruly passengers on board and respective responsibilities as per the regulations. pic.twitter.com/b84yD3ya4u — ANI (@ANI) January 6, 2023 × The statutory body said, "In the recent past, DGCA has noticed a few incidents of unruly behaviour and inappropriate conduct by the passengers on board the aircraft during flight, wherein it is observed that post holders, pilots and cabin crew members have failed to take appropriate actions." Also watch | India's EAM S. Jaishankar takes on Europe's charges, calls out China The DGCA stated that the pilot of an aircraft is in charge of maintaining flight safety, crew member safety, and the safety of passengers and goods carried by aircraft. Notably, many provisions of the 1937 Aircraft Rules, DGCA rules, circulars, and airline manuals specify a person's responsibilities for dealing with unruly passengers. The cabin crew must diffuse a critical situation, according to the DGCA's additional statement. DGCA recommends 'handcuff-like device' to control unruly passengers on board. A senior DGCA official said they recommend devices kept in aircraft cabin used to restrain unruly passengers of level 3 type i.e. abusive physically violent category. The device looks like a handcuff. Some airlines in India like Air Asia are keeping it in the aircraft cabin. The statutory body further stated that restraining devices should only be used after all other conciliatory measures have failed. In the meanwhile, it is the Director-in-Flight Services' responsibility to notify the DGCA of such situations in the manner specified by Cabin Safety Circular 02/2010. Upon landing of the aircraft, airline representative shall lodge FIR with the concerned security agency at aerodrome, to whom, the unruly passenger shall be handed over," the DGCA said. What will land a passenger on the no-fly list? In accordance with the DGCA, instances of unruly behaviour include intentionally interfering with a crew member's performance of their duties, smoking inside an aircraft, using threatening or abusive language toward a crew member or other passengers, consuming alcohol or drugs that may cause disruption, and more. Level 1, 2, or 3 behaviours have been designated as disorderly and will determine the length of the suspension. Physical gestures, verbal abuse, and disorderly inebriation are examples of Level 1 behaviour and up to three-month suspension may result from this. Level 2 physical abuse, which includes "pushing, kicking, striking, grabbing or unwanted touching or sexual harassment," will result in a six-month suspension. Level 3 behaviour include those that pose a risk to one's life, such as endangering the aircraft's operational systems and engaging in "physical violence, including choking, eye gouging, deadly attack, attempted or successful breach of the flight crew compartment, etc." In such a case, the prohibition may last for a minimum of two years or longer might be permanent. According to PTI, the Ministry of Home Affairs can also give the DGCA and the airlines a list of those who have been deemed "national security concerns" so they can be put on the no-fly list. So far, only one Mumbai jeweller has been added to the no-fly list thus far, according to a report in The New Indian Express from 2020. On a Jet Airways aircraft from Mumbai to Delhi in 2017, multimillionaire Birju Kishore Salla falsely claimed there were hijackers and explosives in the cargo hold. Salla placed the letter in the lavatory. As a result, the aircraft had to make an emergency landing at Ahmedabad Airport. He was also prosecuted under the new Anti-Hijacking Act of 2016, making him the first individual to be placed on the no-fly list. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>In what comes as astonishing news for the wildlife conservation projects in India, no rhinos were poached in the northeastern state of Assam in the 2022 calendar year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to Twitter to share the celebratory news and said the 'gentle giant' was much safer in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Zero Poaching! 2022 was really special for our rhino conservation efforts. Not a single rhino being poached in 2022 &amp; just 2 in 2021, the gentle giant is now much safer in Assam. Kudos to @assamforest dept &amp; @assampolice for their sincere efforts to protect the iconic animal," tweeted Sarma.&nbsp;</p>

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2022 was really special for our rhino conservation efforts. Not a single rhino being poached in 2022 &amp; just 2 in 2021, the gentle giant is now much safer in Assam.<br />
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<p>According to Special DGP G P Singh, the last poaching attempt was recorded on December 28, 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Anti-Rhino poaching efforts have yielded spectacular results. There has been no rhino poaching in Assam in the year 2022. The last poaching was on Dec 28th, 2021 at Hilakunda, Kohora in the Golaghat district. We would strive to keep the graph flat,” said Singh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Anti Rhino poaching efforts have yielded spectacular results. There has been no rhino poaching in Assam in Year 2022. Last poaching was on Dec 28th 2021 at Hilakunda, kohora in Golaghat district. We would strive to keep the graph flat. <a href="https://twitter.com/assampolice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@assampolice</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/assamforest?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@assamforest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CMOfficeAssam?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CMOfficeAssam</a> <a href="https://t.co/vfT4BPKECl">pic.twitter.com/vfT4BPKECl</a></p>
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<p>The vulnerable species of Indian rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) is often poached for its unique horn which fetches thousands of dollars in the black market.</p>

<p>The horn, which can grow up to 60 centimetres in size has medical value in certain countries while it is seen as a status symbol in others. As a result,&nbsp;the horn trade has been one of the major reasons for the poaching attempts.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, for the first time in nearly 45 years, the state has witnessed zero poaching incidents, setting a new standard for government agencies to follow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to data, over 191 rhinos were poached between 2000 and 2021. The most number of rhinos were poached in 2013 and 2014 when the figure stood at 27. In 2020 and 2021, the number came down and only two rhinos were killed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The change was made possible after the state BJP government in 2019 decided to constitute a Special Rhino Protection Force to keep a close tab on poaching and its related activities, especially the Kaziranga National Park - home to these majestic creatures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The task force collated data, used past-poaching activities, and devised a plan that was used to target the poachers.&nbsp;</p>

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In what comes as astonishing news for the wildlife conservation projects in India, no rhinos were poached in the northeastern state of Assam in the 2022 calendar year.

In what comes as astonishing news for the wildlife conservation projects in India, no rhinos were poached in the northeastern state of Assam in the 2022 calendar year. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to Twitter to share the celebratory news and said the 'gentle giant' was much safer in the state. "Zero Poaching! 2022 was really special for our rhino conservation efforts. Not a single rhino being poached in 2022 & just 2 in 2021, the gentle giant is now much safer in Assam. Kudos to @assamforest dept & @assampolice for their sincere efforts to protect the iconic animal," tweeted Sarma. Zero Poaching! 2022 was really special for our rhino conservation efforts. Not a single rhino being poached in 2022 & just 2 in 2021, the gentle giant is now much safer in Assam. Kudos to @assamforest dept & @assampolice for their sincere efforts to protect the iconic animal. pic.twitter.com/mVIHsD0xFe — Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) January 2, 2023 × According to Special DGP G P Singh, the last poaching attempt was recorded on December 28, 2021. “Anti-Rhino poaching efforts have yielded spectacular results. There has been no rhino poaching in Assam in the year 2022. The last poaching was on Dec 28th, 2021 at Hilakunda, Kohora in the Golaghat district. We would strive to keep the graph flat,” said Singh. Anti Rhino poaching efforts have yielded spectacular results. There has been no rhino poaching in Assam in Year 2022. Last poaching was on Dec 28th 2021 at Hilakunda, kohora in Golaghat district. We would strive to keep the graph flat. @assampolice @assamforest @CMOfficeAssam pic.twitter.com/vfT4BPKECl — GP Singh (@gpsinghips) January 1, 2023 × The vulnerable species of Indian rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) is often poached for its unique horn which fetches thousands of dollars in the black market. The horn, which can grow up to 60 centimetres in size has medical value in certain countries while it is seen as a status symbol in others. As a result, the horn trade has been one of the major reasons for the poaching attempts. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: South African Rhino poaching drops; conservation efforts are paying off However, for the first time in nearly 45 years, the state has witnessed zero poaching incidents, setting a new standard for government agencies to follow. According to data, over 191 rhinos were poached between 2000 and 2021. The most number of rhinos were poached in 2013 and 2014 when the figure stood at 27. In 2020 and 2021, the number came down and only two rhinos were killed. The change was made possible after the state BJP government in 2019 decided to constitute a Special Rhino Protection Force to keep a close tab on poaching and its related activities, especially the Kaziranga National Park - home to these majestic creatures. The task force collated data, used past-poaching activities, and devised a plan that was used to target the poachers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

STUNNING! Zero rhinos poached in the Indian state of Assam in nearly 45 years

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