Clearly, Pakistan PM Imran Khan has his priorities right. Amidst Pakistan's economic troubles and rising prices of essential commodities, ministers in Imran Khan's government are busy ridiculed former PM Nawaz Sharif. The reason? A photo of Sharif at a London restaurant. Palki Sharma with the details.

Gravitas: Controversy over a photograph of Nawaz Sharif in London restaurant

In few weeks, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2020 budget. Expectations are high given the precarious situation of Indian economy. On Wion Edit, Palki Sharma lists some solutions to boost demand & revive consumption in Indian economy.

WION Edit: Measures to revive Indian economy

WION exclusively spoke with Estonia Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu on his meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on 15 January in New Delhi. Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu discussed Estonia’s principles for its membership in the UN Security Council in 2021 and 2022, India’s campaign for elected membership, and opportunities for even closer bilateral relations. The ministers also discussed reforming the UN, how to enhance economic cooperation and digital and cyber issues.

WION Exclusive conversation with Estonia Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev submitted his resignation to President Vladimir Putin on January 15. Putin thanked Medvedev for his service but noted that the prime minister's Cabinet failed to fulfil all the objectives set for it. Medvedev has served as Russia's prime minister since 2012. He spent four years before that as president in 2008-2012.

Fineprint: Russian PM resigns after Putin plans sweeping constitutional changes

Sikhs in the US will be counted as a separate ethnic group in the 2020 census, an organisation of the minority community said on January 14. Describing this as a milestone, the United Sikhs said that this will be the first time the minority group will be counted and coded in the decennial US Census.

Fineprint: Sikhs to be counted separately in US

Australia has finally received desperately needed rainfall in the state of Victoria after a day of hazy skylines. However, the rain has increased the worries of harmful ash washing into the rivers and contaminating the countries water supply.

Your Story: Finally rain in fire-ravaged Australia

With another snowy winter in the northeastern Chinese city of Harbin comes the best time to observe tigers at the Siberian Tiger Park, where the big cats are chasing a little winter romance. The Siberian Tiger Park is one of the best places in China to get a close look at tigers. From cute cubs to fierce tigers, they all have their fun in the snowy world. Visitors can find tigers playing, feasting in the snow, and searching for love as winter means mating time for these large animals. #WION #WIONNews #China #Tigers #SiberianTigerPark

Siberian Tigers enjoy winters in Northeastern China

President Tsai Ing-wen on January 15 warned China and said that any invasion would be "very costly" for Beijing. China's leadership had made no secret of its desire to see Tsai turfed out because she and her party refuse to acknowledge their view that the island is part of a "one China".

WION Dispatch: Taiwan's new President warns China

India’s way is not to be disruptive and it is more of a decider than an abstainer, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on January 15 in New Delhi. Addressing a gathering at the Raisina Dialogue Jaishankar referred to tensions between the US and Iran saying they are two individualistic countries and what finally happened would depend on the players involved.

WION Dispatch: India's FM S Jaishankar defines India's evolving role in New Delhi

Around this time last week, the whole world had trained its eyes on the Al-Asad military base in Iran. This was Iran's chosen target for retaliation after the Americans killed Iran's top military commander Qasem Soleimani. The Americans said that they knew about the impending attack and the Iranians said that they never wanted to kill American soldiers in the first place. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: What remains of US largest base where US troops sheltered during Iran missile attack

More than 200 students braved freezing winter temperatures on January 14 to test themselves against the rigours of South Korea's Marine Corps boot camp at a shore of the port city of Pohang. Dressed in combat uniforms, the mix of young men and women clambered aboard armoured amphibious vehicles in a mock beach invasion that included smoke bombs. More demanding activities include carrying heavy rubber boats along the beach, running through obstacle courses, and learning to march.

WION Dispatch: Young South Koreans hit beach in mock Marine Corps boot camp

Iran Foreign Minister Javad Zarif in New Delhi lashed out at the United States and called the US leadership arrogant. WION brings you the compete highlight of Zarif's combative speech.

WION Dispatch: Iran Foreign Minister lashes out at US, blames for Ukraine plane downing

The Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has refused to Amazon boss Jeff Bezos. Sources are telling WION that the Minister has taken a tough stand against Amazon. Piyush Goyal declined to schedule a meeting despite the e-commerce giant's request.

India takes tough stand against Amazon, Piyush Goyal snubs Jeff Bezos

President Donald Trump on January 15 has reignited battle over encryption, calling out Apple for refusing to create backdoors that would help law enforcement agencies unlock iPhones. In a tweet Tuesday, Trump wrote, "We are helping Apple all of the time on TRADE and so many other issues, and yet they refuse to unlock phones used by killers, drug dealers and other violent criminal elements."

Trump calls for weaker encryption, wants suspects 'iPhones unlocked

European powers have triggered a dispute mechanism over the nuclear deal with Iran. This after the country took a further step back from its commitments, it is seen as a first step towards reimposing further united nations sanctions on Iran.

UK PM calls for a new ' Trump Deal '

Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif is on 3-day India visit. He will meet PM Modi tomorrow and the discussion with S Jaishankar is scheduled for Thursday. This visit of Iranian Foreign Minister is happening amid wake of America-Iran crisis in world politics. Where both the countries are on the verge of war.

Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif to meet PM Modi tomorrow

Delhi's Tis Hazari Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Delhi Police over the arrest of Bhim Army Chief Chandrashekhar Azad, who was arrested from outside Jama Masjid last month amid anti-CAA protests

Is Jama Masjid in Pakistan? Court asks Delhi Police on Bhim Army Chief's plea

Public anger has been mounting in Iran over the downing of Ukrainian aircraft. The top leadership of the Iranian govt already apologised but the Iranian public is not convinced. Today it was the third day of protest over the issue. Iran mistakenly shot down 176 people in this incident.

Iran: Anti govt protest enters third day, over downing of a Ukrainian plane

Special report of WION's Holly Hudson from London over the 'Royal-Mess'.

Harry-Meghan to shift to Canada soon

The Pakistani military has been a receiving end of a backlash of social media after it announced for the opening up of a highway. The Pakistani public took to Twitter to express their anger and frustration over the military's involvement in civilian matters. Watch report: #WION #WIONNews #Pakistan #SocialMedia #PakistanArmy

WION Dispatch: Pakistan Army trolled on social media for civil interference

In Pakistan Nawaz sharif's health has once again become a talking point. At the centre of this controversy is a picture that shows the former prime minister of Pakistan sitting in a restaurant, in London. Last year in November Nawaz sharif was granted one-time permission to visit London for medical treatment.

Pak Ministers Slam 'Critically ill' Nawaz Sharif Over 'Viral Picture'

There is an emergency due to Taal Volcano eruption in the Philippines. But at the same time, the wedding was also scheduled near volcano than what happened is must watch.

No, it's not theme wedding, it happened under volcano eruption

Japan's PM Shinzo Abe is in Abu Dhabi and scheduled to visit Oman next week. Japan's cabinet decided to use about 500 million yen (4.5Million USD) from this year's budget preserves for the self-defence forces. Leaders also discussed to reduce tensions in West Asia.

Japan to spend 4.6 million dollars in west asia

Now it's a time when India needs immediate steps to reverse its economic slowdown. The slowdown in India as expected take a huge toll on jobs. The report has also come at a time when the global retailing giant Wallmart and Indian startup sensation OYO laying off employees.

Job creation down by 1.6MN in FY20

Donald Trump is likely to visit India next month. Reports suggested that Trump is planning his maiden visit to India, while exact dates are yet to be decided.

Trump may visit India next month

Donald Trump and his senior advisers cant seem to agree on one specific question. What was the need to take out Qasem Soleimani at that point of time? What was the urgency behind the operation? And now there are many versions are coming out including President Trump's.

Trump Administration 'Confused' Over Soleimani Killing

A Japanese billionaire has launched an online wanted ad for a girlfriend who will fly around the Moon with him on a SpaceX rocket. Yusaku Maezawa, who recently announced his break-up with a Japanese actress, is accepting applications from "single women aged 20 or over" who want to enjoy life to the fullest. #WION #WIONNews #JapaneseBillionaire #TravelToMoon #YusakuMaezawa

Japanese billionaire seeks girlfriend to accompany him for Moon voyage

It is a royal mess ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markel announce their decision of stepping back from royal duties. Queen Elizabeth has now stepped in and has summoned her grandson Prince Harry to discuss future arrangements. #WION #WIONVideo #Royals #PrinceHarry #Meghan

Fineprint: Royal family talks underway over Sussex couple separation from royal life

With the dawn of the New Year, ISRO announced its ambitious new project Chandrayaan 3 and Gaganyaan. With Chandrayaan 3 the Indian Space Research Organisation is making its second attempt to soft-landing on the surface of the Moon. Gaganyaan is India's first manned mission and is expected to take off by 2022. WION caught up with ISRO Chief Kailasavadivoo Sivan on the latest updates. Watch this exclusive report: #WION #WIONNews #ISRO #Gaganyaan #Chandrayaan3

WION Exclusive conversation with ISRO Chief Kailasavadivoo Sivan

It has been more than three weeks since the historic impeachment of US President Donald Trump. However, the trial for impeachment has not begun even in the Senate. Watch report: #WION #WIONNews #US #USPresident #DonalTrump #TrumpImpeachment The World is One News, WION examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim is to empower people to explore their world. Please keep discussions on this channel clean and respectful and refrain from using racist or sexist slurs as well as personal insults. Subscribe to our channel at https://goo.gl/JfY3NI Check out our website: http://www.wionews.com Connect with us on our social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WIONews Twitter: https://twitter.com/WIONews Follow us on Google News for latest updates Follow us on Google News for latest updates WION: shorturl.at/fwKO0 Zee News English: shorturl.at/aJVY3 Zee News Hindi: shorturl.at/eorM1 Zee Business: shorturl.at/hpqX6 DNA News: shorturl.at/rBOY6 BGR: shorturl.at/eioqL

WION Dispatch: Stand-off over Trump's impeachment trial, House to move changes to Senate

Indian Navy has deployed its sole aircraft carrier, the Queen of battle till the Arabian sea to closely watch over the joint military drills between China and Pakistan. The INS Vikramaditya was the fleet of the mig 29k fighter jets on board, who will be monitoring the nine-day mega naval exercise sea guardian 2020. #WION #WIONNews #IndianNavy #Navy #Pakistan #China #MilitaryDrill

WION Dispatch: INS Vikramaditya monitors Pak-China naval drill

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