Seeking to keep itself battle-ready in situations like the one post-Balakot aerial strikes, India has signed a deal to acquire 'Strum Ataka' anti-tank missile from Russia for its fleet of Mi-35 attack choppers. "The deal for acquiring 'Strum Ataka' anti-tank missiles was signed with Russia under the emergency clauses through which the missiles would be supplied within three months of contract signing"

India's new defence deal with Russia, signs ₹200 crore anti-tank missile deal

This segment of WION brings to you top stories of the morning from across the globe. Watch this video to get updated with the latest information.

WION Speed News: Watch top national and international news of the morning - July 01st, 2019

Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani is in Pakistan on a two-day visit. Ghani also held meeting with Imran Khan, the Prime Minister of Pakistan. So what was being discussed? Why is the visit crucial for both Pakistan & Afghanistan? Here's a report.

Gravitas: Afghan President Ashraf Ghani visits Pakistan

Thousands of protesters marched towards Sudan's defence ministry on Sunday demanding the ruling military hand over power to civilians. A doctor's group linked to the opposition said one protester in his 20s was shot dead in a rally in the northern city of Atbara as opposition groups reported demonstrations in cities across Sudan. Reuters could not verify those accounts.

Thousands of Sudanese march towards defence ministry in Khartoum

At least ten people are feared dead after a plane crashed into a hanger at an airport in Addison, Texas on Sunday. Watch this video to know more.

All 10 on board feared dead after Plane crashes in Addison, Texas

The meeting, initiated by a spur-of-the-moment tweet by Trump that Kim said took him by surprise, once again displayed the rapport between the two. But they are no closer to narrowing the gap between their positions since they walked away from their summit in February in Vietnam.

After surprise Trump-Kim meeting, US and North Korea to reopen talks

There is a studio that hires transgenders to work. Transgenders which are trained in fashion skills. Transwoman creates job for third woman. Watch this video to know more.

A Bengaluru studio that hires transgenders

New U.S. Press Secretary, Stephanie Grisham got hands on in her new role on Sunday, when she stepped in to scuffles between North Korean security guards and members of the U.S. media who were trying to cover the meeting between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un. Trump became the first sitting U.S. president to set foot in North Korea on when he met Kim in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas and agreed to resume stalled nuclear talks.

New US Press Secretary Grisham scuffles with North Korean security

European Union leaders met on Sunday to decide who wins the bloc's top posts, with Dutch socialist Frans Timmermans in pole position to be named the EU's next chief executive, diplomats and officials said. EU leaders were also meant to choose the next president of the European Central Bank (ECB), but that decision seems now likely to be postponed for lack of consensus. The other main jobs up for grabs are the presidency of the European Council - grouping the EU governments - the EU's foreign policy chief. Leaders are seeking a balance of men and women in the top positions, and also a balance between eastern and western member states.

European Union leaders meet to decide on bloc's top jobs

Hundreds of protesters faced off with riot police early on Monday, the anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule, ahead of an annual rally that is expected to draw huge crowds amid widespread anger over a controversial extradition bill. Police sprayed pepper spray to disperse the demonstrators in the latest protests over the extradition bill, which would allow people to be sent to mainland China for trial in courts controlled by the Communist Party. The bill, which the government was forced to suspend after the largest and most violent protests in decades, has plunged the Asian financial center into political turmoil.

Anniversary Protests Begin In Hong Kong

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Palestine wants conflict at any cost. Watch this video to know more.

Benjamin Netanyahu: Palestine wants conflict at any cost

Hong Kong is celebrating the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to Beijing. Watch this video to know more.

Hong Kong marks 22 years since handover

Japan will resume whaling after a 30-year break despite the international backlash. Watch this video to know more.

Japan to hunt whales again from July

San Francisco becomes the first city in the United States to ban the sale of e-cigarettes as officials look to control the uptick in teenage use of nicotine devices. Watch this video to know more.

San Francisco bans sale of e-cigarettes

In this segment, Emeritus Professor, Gerry Stimson speaks to WION on San Francisco e-cigarettes ban.

Gerry Stimson speaks to WION on San Francisco e-cigarettes ban

One of India’s largest cities, Chennai, is dealing with a crippling crisis: It has run out of water. In the middle of a particularly hot summer, the four lakes that supply the capital of the southern state of Tamil Nadu have dried up; together they contain just 1 percent of the volume they did last year. Watch this video to know more.

Chennai's water woes after 2 failed monsoons

The European Union and South American bloc Mercosur agreed a free-trade treaty on Friday, concluding two decades of talks and signalling their push for opening markets at a time of increased protectionism. The two regions launched negotiations exactly 20 years ago and intensified efforts to reach an accord after Donald Trump's presidential victory prompted the European Union to freeze talks with the United States and look for other global trading allies.

EU, Mercosur agree on draft free trade treaty after 20 years of talks

Suresh Prabhu, PM Modi's sherpa at G20 summit in Japan: India under the leadership of PM Modi has been championing that we need anti-corruption measures at global level. So, fight against corruption should be done by all #G20 countries by combating foreign bribery.

India's Sherpa At G20 Osaka Summit, Suresh Prabhu Briefs Media

Chinese President Xi Jinping recalls 'Ping-Pong' Diplomacy. Xi said, ''The small ball played a big role in moving world events.Xi upholds the cooperation over confrontation. U.S President Donald Trump said that He loves the Chinese Culture. Watch this video to know more.

No new U.S tariffs on Chinese products

PM Modi meet the President of Chile, Sebastian Pinera. He also meets the Prime Minister of Singapore. PM Modi highlights their Mudra Scheme, Education scheme at G20. Watch this video to know more.

G20 Summit Day 2: Big Bilateral between India & Turkey

MEA briefing on PM Modi's bilaterals on day 2 of G20 Summit. Mr. Raveesh Kumar, Spokesperson of MEA gives all the details. Watch this video to know more.

MEA briefing on PM Modi's bilaterals on day 2 of G20 Summit

Leaders will try to negotiate a way out of the trade war. Reports says 2 sides have already reached tentative agreements. It's a big bilateral meet on the sidelines of G20 summit. Watch this video to know more.

G20 Summit Day 2: Xi maps the history of U.S-China ties

Australian PM Scott Morrison tweets a selfie with PM Modi. He praised him using Hinglish language. Watch this video to know more.

Australian PM tweets a selfie with PM Modi, Praised him in Hindi

US President Doanld Trump said US-China bilateral can be a very productive meeting. He also said, ''We can do something truly monumental''. US has imposed tariffs on $250 Bn of Chinese imports. China has also imposed retaliatory tariffs on Washington. Watch this video to know more.

G20 Summit Day 2: Xi Upholds Cooperation Over Confrontation

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