Today is the 151st birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi who is also known as the ‘Father of the Nation’. As millions across the world, political leaders and heads of states pay tribute to the Mahatma Gandhi, the OTT platforms have laid out a spread of binge-worthy options based on the Father of the Nation.

Remembering the 'Father of the Nation' Mahatma Gandhi

The heavy fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia has entered its sixth day as dozens have died and unspecified numbers wounded as the two Caucasian countries battle for the historically disputed separatist region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Watch report.

Day 6 of Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: Hundreds killed dozens wounded

The White House Doctor has said that President Donald Trump is "well" and will continue to perform his duties "without disruption" while quarantining along with the first lady, after both tested positive for the coronavirus.

Dr. Conley: Trump will carry duties without disruption, Trump-Melania COVID-19 positive

In a big development, Armenia has said that it "can't exclude the possibility" of Pakistani fighters on the ground fight along with "mercenaries operating in Azerbaijan". Armenia's Deputy Foreign Minister Avet Adonts speaking to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal from Yerevan said," It won't be a surprise for us", recalling how in the 1990s Pakistani nationals were present when war broke in Nagorno Karabakh. He also slammed turkey for sending Jihadis to Azerbaijan explaining "this imposed or instigated war" has been "well planned jointly with Turkey". Clashes have broken between Armenia and Azerbaijan in the past few days over the Nagorno Karabakh region leaving several dead and fears of spillover in the region.

"Can't exclude the possibility", says Armenia on Pakistani fighters on ground amid clashes

The heavy fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia has entered its fifth day as dozens have died and unspecified numbers wounded as the two Caucasian countries battle for the historically disputed separatist region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Watch report.

Day 5 of Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: Hundreds killed dozens wounded

Kremlin critic and Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has accused the President Putin of being behind his poisoning.

Your Story: Russian Kremlin critic Navalny accuses President Putin behind his poisoning

Lebanon to hold talks with Israel on disputed border issue. The talks will be mediated by the United Nations on the disputed land and maritime borders.

Lebanon to hold talks with Israel on disputed border issue

Leader Carrie Lam hailed the territory’s “return to peace” after months of sometimes violent protests, as the Hong Kong government marked China’s National Day on September 30. Watch report.

WION Dispatch: Hong Kong marks 'China National Day', Carrie Lam slams sanctions against China

Brass plaque emerges as rallying point in Thailand. Watch this report to get more in this.

Brass plaque emerges as rallying point in Thailand

Nearly 600 Mn people expected to travel domestically as the 'golden week' holiday kicks off in China. This raised the concerns of COVID-19 spread once again in the ground zero of the virus.

China: Surge in domestic travel raise concerns of COVID-19 spread

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said that she will hold talks with Belarus's main opposition leader, days after French President Emanuel Macron met with her. Watch report.

Belarus Political Unrest: Angela Merkel to meet opposition leader

Israel has passed a new law limiting protests during the lockdown. The law bans Israelis from holding demonstrations more than one km (0.6 miles) from their homes.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Israel passes new law to restrict protests

Russia's deputy Prime Minister Tatiana Golikova said that the country is preparing to approve a second vaccine 'EpiVacCorona' against the novel coronavirus by October 15.

Russia's second COVID-19 vaccine trials complete | 'Epivaccorona'

Countries across Europe are seeing a resurgence in COVID-19 cases after successfully slowing outbreaks early in the year. Spain is likely dealing with the much-feared second wave and doctors are demanding safer working conditions.

COVID-19 pummels medics in Spain: Second wave of coronavirus

On the status of major coronavirus vaccine candidates that are underway, WION gets you the development from around the world. Watch report.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine appears safe

2/5th of the world's plants are at the risk of extinction and scientists are racing against time to save the planet. Watch report.

Plants and fungi underpin life on earth | Urgent conservation is need of the hour

Azerbaijan has vowed to pursue military action against Armenian troops in occupied Karabakh until a full Armenian withdrawal from the territory. Watch report.

Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: Fighting continues for the fourth day | World News

South Korea closed hundreds of schools that had reopened days earlier and postponed the opening of many others after a spike in the COVID-19 cases.

Seoul saw cases surge after reopening: How have countries fared in reopening?

Under the new unlockdown guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, states and Union Territories can decide on whether to open schools from October 15. Cinemas and multiplexes will be allowed to open with 50 per cent capacity from the same date; limits on outdoor gatherings have been removed while indoors gatherings will be allowed with 50 per cent capacity.

India Unlock 5.0 guidelines: More relaxations, Less restrictions

The impact of coronavirus on travel may cost as many as 46 million jobs globally. Watch report.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Travel slump threatens 46 MN jobs

UK is hit by COVID-19 lockdowns and its economy has suffered a record collapse of economic output in the second quarter of this year. Watch report.

UK's biggest GDF fall since 1955: Current account deficiet 0.6% of GDP

Saudi Arabia has planned to cut spending by 7.5 percent in next year's budget to 990 billion riyals ($263.94 billion) but expects the economy to return to growth. Watch report.

Saudi Arabia to cut spending next year by 7.5% | World News

The COVID-19 pandemic has hammered the luxury market. To make up for their losses in Europe and the US, the luxury brands are now focusing on China. Watch report.

Sale of luxury goods hit hard by COVID-19 pandemic: Impact not felt in China!

The Sri Lankan government will review the Press Council Act of Sri Lanka in order to make amendments to include the current global media trends and platforms.

Sri Lanka to exert more control on press

Hong Kong celebrates China National Day: Lam slams sanctions against China

New Zealand's ruling party leader Jacinda Ardern said she tried cannabis "a long time ago" when asked during a heated live debate on Wednesday ahead of the Oct 17 general election. Watch report.

Marijuana vote divides New Zealand: Jacinda Ardern admits using cannabis | World News

Turkey on September 30 enters a new era of tight social media restrictions that threaten to erase the local presence of Facebook and Twitter should they fail to take down contentious posts.

Erdogan's Draconian law comes into force: 'Contentious posts' to be taken down

French President Emmanuel Macron became on Tuesday the highest-profile Western leader to visit the exiled opposition leader of Belarus, pledging European support for the country's people.

Macron meets Belarus opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya

India’s aviation regulator on Tuesday said it is in negotiations with Germany over flights between the nations after German carrier Lufthansa said it was forced to cancel some flights to the South Asian country. Lufthansa earlier said on Twitter that it had been forced to cancel some flights to India after New Delhi rejected its planned flight schedule for October.

Lufthansa cancels India flights till October 20

Lawmakers in Nigeria's Kaduna State have approved surgical castration as punishment for those convicted of raping children under the age of 14. Watch the report to know more.

Lockdown witnesses rise in rapes in Nigeria, accused to be castrated

French President Emmanuel Macron insisted on Monday that Europe should cooperate with Russia to build peace in Europe.

French Prez Macron defends calls for cooperation with Russia

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