Syria's President Bashar-al-assad has accused Kurdish forces of "stealing from Syrian people" after an American company made a contract with Kurdish authorities in North-Eastern Syria. Watch report.

Your Story: Bashar-al-assad seethes with anger, US "stealing oil from Syrian people"

Polling has concluded in Sri Lanka. Polls were held under strict health guidelines on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch report.

Fineprint: Rajapaksas look to tighten grip on power, Sri Lanka polls voter turnout over 60%

The massive explosion in Beirut's Lebanon killing at least 100 people and injuring thousands. The death toll is expected to rise even further. Watch report.

Fineprint: Deadliest explosion due to Ammonium Nitrate in Beirut

PM Narendra Modi addressed a gathering of spiritual leaders at Ayodhya after laying the first brick for a grand Ram temple.

Fineprint: PM Modi performs 'Bhoomi Pujan' ceremony | Ayodhya Ram Temple

Article 370, combined with Article 35A, accorded Jammu and Kashmir special status under the Constitution of India, allowing it to have a separate constitution and a separate penal code among other legal distinctions.

First anniversary of Article 370's abrogation | Jammu & Kashmir

The muhurt for Ram Mandir bhoomi pujan is at 12:40 pm. The prime minister will reach Ayodhya at 11:30 and will perform a puja at Hanumangarhi temple.

Ram Temple bhoomi pujan today | Itinerary of PM Modi's Ayodhya visit | India

President Donald Trump now is encouraging voters in the critical swing state of Florida to vote by mail after months of criticising the practice

2020 U.S elections: Donald Trump changes tune, backs mail-in vote

A temple will come up on the 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya and a five-acre plot at an alternate site will go for the building of a mosque, the top court said in a judgment that was welcomed by all involved.

Ram Temple to be a catalyst for growth | Ramayan's global connect | India | South-Asia

Sri Lanka is prepared to hold the general elections on Wednesday to elect a 225 member parliament with strict health guidelines amidst the COVID-19 situation.

Why India is keeping a close watch on Sri Lanka Polls | India-Sri Lanka | South-Asia

Two enormous explosions devastated Beirut's port on Tuesday, leaving at least 73 people dead and thousands injured.

Massive explosion rips through Beirut | 78 killed & 4,000+ injured in blast | Lebanon

The technology sector is the new geopolitical battleground. Around the world, tech companies are feeling the aftershocks of the pandemic. In the US, Trump has banned the hiring of foreign workers in federal agencies. The EU has imposed its first-ever sanctions against cyber attacks. WION's Gravitas tells you more about this new global tech war.

Gravitas: Aftershocks of the pandemic | Tech sector is the new battleground

India's decision to ban TikTok spelled the downfall of the Chinese social media giant. Three developed nations took notice of India's move. They are mulling similar measures. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how India's move has triggered a backlash against the Chinese tech ecosystem.

Gravitas: India's TikTok ban spells its global fall

The former King of Spain Juan Carlos has gone into exile. It's a scandalous escape. He is facing probe for allegedly taking a bribe from the ex-Saudi King Adbullah. It's a humiliating fall for the man who turned Spain into a democracy. WION's Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Ex-Spain King goes into exile, Escapes graft probe

These are troubled times for Bytedance Founder Zhang Yiming. His biggest creation TikTok - is facing a backlash. At home, Zhang is being labelled as a traitor for the decision to sell TikTok's US operations.

Gravitas: Troubled times for TikTok's founder | App banned abroad, slammed in China as 'Traitor'

China has debt-trapped Tajikistan, and now it is claiming 45% of its land. China is staking claim over Pamir.

Gravitas: China claims half of Tajikistan's land

Thailand's youth dressed up as Harry Potter to openly criticise monarchy in Thailand. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more about Thailand's protest for more democratic rights.

Gravitas: Harry Potter-Themed protests in Thailand

PM Narendra Modi addressed a gathering of spiritual leaders at Ayodhya after laying the first brick for a grand Ram temple

PM Modi's address at Ram Temple site | PM Modi Ayodhya | Bhoomi Pujan Ceremony

Polling for the 2020 parliamentary election commenced in Sri Lanka Wednesday at 7 am in 12,985 polling stations across the country under strict health guidelines.

Sri Lanka elections: Rajapaksas aim for victory | Voting underway in Sri Lanka | WION

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Wednesday the foundation laying ceremony for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya has come after decades-old struggle

'It has been a struggle for 3 decades',says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat at Ram Temple Ceremony

Painkillers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, and aspirin can do more harm than good for chronic pain, health officials have said.

Long term use of painkiller can be harmful | How painkillers impact the body | PCM

Polling begins for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections amid pandemic

The 'Bhoomi Pujan' or groundbreaking ceremony has begun at Ayodhya's 'Shree Ram Janmabhoomi' with Prime Minister Narendra Modi taking part in the ceremony.

PM Modi at Ayodhya Ram temple site | Bhoomi Pujan ceremony | PM Modi live | WION

PM Modi lays foundation stone | Bhoomi Pujan Ceremony | Ayodhya | WION

UN chief warns of 'generational catastrophe' as pandemic forces schools to be shut down in more than 160 countries.

Coronavirus pandemic disrupts education for 1 billion students: UN

In a new development, Nepal has intensified its activities on the Indo-Nepal border at many places and it has accelerated the work of building more than 200 new border outposts (BOP) on its side across the border, sources on Monday.

Nepal builds 200 new BOPs along its border with India

The local trains, a lifeline for Mumbai's 20 million residents, have been stopped in the city and all offices in the city, except emergency services will stay closed today.

Heavy rains expected in Mumbai, Thane for next 2 days | South-West Monsoon | WION

Spain's former king Juan Carlos has decided to leave his country, a dramatic exit designed to protect the monarchy after a barrage of corruption allegations

Former King Juan Carlos to leave spain amid graft probe

Israeli aircraft struck Syrian military targets on Monday, the Israeli army confirmed in a rare statement.

Israel strikes Syrian army bases after Golan heights attack

North Korea’s mission to the United Nations in New York did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the U.N. report.

UN: North Korea has probably developed nuclear devices

Teachers are also demanding financial help for parents in need, including rent and mortgage assistance, a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures, and cash assistance.

Teachers protest across U.S over reopening schools amid pandemic

Senior government officials held a meeting last weekend to find a lasting solution to the rising cases of teenage pregnancies in the country

Kenya: Alarm over rise in teen pregnancies during pandemic

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