The centre has extended the coronavirus lockdown till June 30, but said that malls, restaurants and religious places can reopen from June 8 except in containment zones.

COVID-19: Maharashtra, Delhi and Tamil Nadu become worst-hit regions in India

In the 65th edition of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', which coincides with the last date of the fourth phase of nationwide lockdown, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today warned people to not let their guards down as the economy opens up gradually from tomorrow.

PM Modi addresses nation through his radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat'

On Sunday, Australian Prime minister Scott Morrison tweeted how he used his Sunday to prepare an Indian snack, samosa, along with mango chutney.

Scott Morrison: Would like to share Samosas with PM Modi

As lockdown 4.0 comes to an end today, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued guidelines for a phased-wise reopening of the economy from tomorrow.

India: Maharashtra, Delhi and Tamil Nadu become worst-hit regions

In a bid to minimise contact between patients infected with the coronavirus and doctors and nurses, the country has deployed the three robots to carry out simple tasks

Rwanda: Robots helping to tackle coronavirus

Japan's recorded 20% drop in suicide rate before lockdown. Watch this report to know more.

Japan's fight against suicides gets harder

A journalist and a studio technician were killed after a TV channel vehicle hit an IED in Kabul, Afghan officials said.

One Afghan Journalist and a bus driver killed in Kabul blast

Nepal's govt has approved the new map that includes India's sovereign territory ( Lipulekh and Kalapani ). Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepal's PM KP Oli likely to have conversation over this intensifying spar between both the nations.

Nepalese govt has approved the new map that includes Indian territory too

Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa mosque reopened to worshippers on Sunday after a two-and-a-half month coronavirus closure.

Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa mosque reopens after more than two months

Forty-four flights operated with 4,224 passengers from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Tuesday, day 2 of resumption of air services

Flight operations resume at Mumbai airport

According to MHA guidelines, the fifth phase of the nationwide lockdown was announced which would last in the containment zones from June 8-30.

India's Lockdown turns into 'Unlock 1'; Here what allowed and what's not

India and Netherlands are in touch with each other to make sure businesses and economic relations continue in the world that will emerge in a post COVID world. Speaking exclusively to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent, Sidhant Sibal from the Hague, Indian envoy to the Netherlands Venu Rajamony said that the mission has "started outreach to the business community of both sides--Indians and Dutch companies" and "talking to the business community on India Dutch economic relations and how we face the post COVID world.". Indian and the Dutch commerce minister had spoken to each other and on the 4th of June, both the foreign ministers will speak to each other.

WION exclusive conversation with Indian envoy to Netherlands Venu Rajamony

Battling coronavirus pandemic Japanese automakers Nissan has undertaken massive restructuring exercise. Nissan motors have outlined a new plan to become a smaller, more cost-efficient car maker. Watch report

Nissan unveils turnaround plan: Shuts down plants after major losses

India has reported more than 1,58,000 positive coronavirus cases. The cabinet secretary held a meeting with the municipal commissioners and district magistrates of 13 worst-hit cities.

Over 1,58,000 positive coronavirus cases in India

Dominic Cumming can breathe a sigh of relief now as Durham police have decided to not persecute him. Watch report.

Durham police: Dominic Cummings won't face action, 'Minor breach by Cummings'

Police and protesters clashed in Minneapolis on Tuesday evening, following a demonstration at the intersection where George Floyd was killed in an altercation with several police officers the day before.

Minneapolis police brutality: Protesters clash with police, Justice to George Floyd

US President Donald Trump has his reiterated offer to mediate on the border dispute between India and China. Trump spoke to PM Modi over the phone on this issue.

Trump reiterates mediation offer: 'Modi not in good mood over border row'

A public electronic billboard in Seoul has been grabbing eyeballs for playing its spectacular 3D illusion of an aquarium inside a large glass tank. Watch report.

Digital simulation wave comes to Seoul: 3D art building in 4 months

China has now imposed the draconian national security law in Hong Kong. In an unprecedented move threatening political fundamental political freedoms and civil liberties in the semi-autonomous territory. China's parliament unanimously approved the resolution to introduce the sweeping security legislation. How much of Hong Kong's autonomy will be preserved?

China approves plan to reign in Hong Kong, Will Trump stand with HK?

The coronavirus, the lockdown has badly hampered the training of the athletes. In Kenya where stadiums are closed the professional athletes are training on the flyover. Watch report.

COVID-19 lockdown: All stadiums remain shut in Kenya, Pro athletes train on a flyover

The number of coronavirus cases in France is dropping significantly from the past few days. The country is seeking to revive it's seeking down economy by easing restrictions.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Businesses in France to reopen in June, Travel restrictions eased

7 million people around the world have tested positive for coronavirus and this pandemic has turned lives of people up and down. People around the world are following rules and staying at home but what about those who made these rules. Watch report:

COVID-19 Pandemic: World leaders bending rules as they wish?

Scientists believe that dogs may be able to sniff out the Coronavirus. If the results are positive, canines may be able to screen up to 250 people per hour.

Gravitas: Can dogs detect Coronavirus?

Coronavirus guidelines encourage every individual to wear a mask. But Japanese experts say that face masks can be dangerous for children below the age of 2.

Gravitas: Is your child safe in a mask?

Being has resumed the production of its troubled 737 max jets. Production for the planes halted in January now it has restarted at a low rate.

Pushing the restart button of Boeing 737 Max

The world's biggest economy is struggling to feed its young. Children are battling the summer hunger due to the rise of food insecurity.

Children battling summer hunger in US | World News

Hong Kong police fired pepper ball rounds on Wednesday at protesters in the city's commercial district ahead of a debate in the legislature over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem.

Protests over anthem and security bills in Hong Kong intensifies

Hospitals in the famous Mexican beach Resort Town of Acapulco are struggling to cope with the rising coronavirus cases. Local authorities have said that public hospital beds have put in the care of critically ill COVID-19 patients.

Mexico: COVID overwhelms hospitals in resort town, COVID-19 cases over 78,000

US Congress has now passed a bill calling for sanctions on Chinese officials over the oppression of Muslims. The bill is now pending for the approval of President Donald Trump.

US Congress passes Uighur bill: Bill over the persecution of Uighurs

At a time when the US President is being criticised for his response to the Coronavirus outbreak - Donald Trump has offered to mediate, again. President Trump says the US is ready to 'mediate or arbitrate' in the India- China border dispute. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why Trump keeps making mediation offers.

Gravitas: Donald Trump offers to mediate, again

China has already placed about 5,000 soldiers and armored vehicles on its side of the border, a government official said, asking not to be identified citing rules

WION Fineprint: India engaged with China to peacefully resolve LAC stand-off issue

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