According to reports, India's Covaxin vaccine has been approved by the WHO for emergency use. The 'made-in-India' vaccine will now be recognized by other nations and Indians who received the jab need not self-quarantine or face covid-19 restrictions. WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Siddhant Sibbal brings all the latest information.

India's Covaxin approved by WHO for emergency use

Residents of Addis Ababa have been ordered to defend their neighborhoods, this comes amid fears that rebels were heading for the capital, the measure comes after several days of reported advances of the rebel group.

Ethiopia heads towards civil war, Tigray forces advance further south

New York city's iconic World Trade Center has been lit up to showcase a pretty spectacular digital mural to celebrate the festival of lights, Deepavali.

New York: Spectacular digital mural on World Trade center podium for Diwali

The United Kingdom has become the first country to approve the use of Merck's antiviral pill to treat patients suffering from mild to moderate Covid-19.

United Kingdom becomes first country to approve anti-Covid pills

It's been more than a year since coronavirus pandemic hit the world and it is still battling with the virus and the variant. Here we bring you a round-up of all the covid pandemic-related news.

Here are all latest updates on COVID-19 pandemic

Rich nations are among the world's largest emitters of greenhouse gases yet it is the poor countries which pay the heaviest price of climate change.

Rich nations vowed to provide climate funds to poor nations

Since the Taliban took over Afghanistan, there have been numerous attacks against civilians and particularly against Taliban members.

ISIS poses a growing threat to new Taliban government in Afghanistan

The death toll in a building collapse in Nigeria's capital Lagos has risen to 36. Nine of the trappers have been evacuated, recue operations continue for the third straight day.

Building collapsed in Nigeria's capital Lagos, death toll rises to 36

Residents of Addis Ababa have been ordered to defend their neighbourhoods, this comes amid fears that rebels were heading for the capital, the measure comes after several days of reported advances of the rebel group.

Ethiopia: Addis Ababa residents asked to prepare to defend their rights

A Diwali-themed animation has been lit upon the One World Trade Center, firework planned on the Hudson river.

'All American Diwali' being celebrated at the World Trade Center

An independent Pentagon review has concluded that the US drone strike that killed innocent Kabul civilians and children in the final days of the Afghanistan war was not caused by misconduct or negligence, and it doesn't recommend any disciplinary action.

Kabul drone strike: Pentagon review concludes no misconduct

South Africa's ANC has registered its worst-ever performance in the current municipal elections held in the country. This is the party's worst performance ever since assuming power.

ANC's popularity dwindles in South Africa, party registers its worst-ever performance

The festival of lights Diwali is India's biggest festival and is celebrated with great enthusiasm around the country. Indian PM Narendra Modi has continued his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the soldiers.

PM Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with Indian forces, pays tribute to the martyred soldiers

Do you know there are over 300 versions of the Ramayana? The great Indian epic left its footprints throughout Southeast Asia. Watch how Diwali is celebrated throughout the world. Wion Wideangle brings you the 'Many Stories Of Diwali' with Ashwin Sanghi and Suhag A Shukla.

Wion Wideangle: The many stories of Diwali

The ICC is opening an investigation into possible crimes against humanity in Venezuela. The crimes were allegedly committed under president Maduro's rule.

ICC to probe crimes against humanity in Venezuela, Maduro's government under scanner

The UN's COP26 climate summit has not concluded, the host of the summit and UK PM Boris Johnson has already found himself in the middle of a controversy.

Climate pledges just a gimmick for UK PM Boris Johnson? | COP26

Malaysian Hindus are celebrating the auspicious festival of Diwali; Devotees visited temple around Kuala Lumpur, the shops have reopened after pandemic lull.

'We have been waiting for this,' Malaysian Hindus celebrate Diwali, shops opened after pandemic lull

As the world leaders discuss measures to keep a check on the destruction of resources due to climate change in Glasgow summit, the arctic island of Greenland has decided to take the first step in joining the Paris Agreement.

Greenland: Promise of a brighter, greener future

It's that time of the year when the Indian capital turns to a gas chamber, the air quality has significantly worsened once again. The average air quality index in New Delhi is 315 which falls in the very poor category.

India: Delhi's AQI enters 'very poor' category for the 1st time in this season

COP26 features global leaders with a focus on climate issues across the world. Yet, Israel's differently-abled energy minister Karine Elharrar was unable to attend UN's COP26 session in Glasgow because the route to the venue wasn't wheelchair-friendly. UK PM Boris Johnson apologized her for the inconvenience caused.

Boris Johnson apologizes to Israeli minister Karine Elharrar over wheelchair access | COP26

On day 2 of the COP26 summit, Nearly 800 countries have joined a U.S.- and EU-led pledge to slash emissions of the potent greenhouse gas methane 30% by 2030. The pact aims at tackling one of the main causes of climate change, a senior Biden administration official stated.

Nearly 80 countries join US-EU pledge to slash methane emissions | COP26 climate conference

Indian PM Narendra Modi called for ‘One Sun, One World, One Grid' to improve the viability of solar power and announced that India's space agency (ISRO) will provide the world a calculator that can measure solar energy potential of any region.

Indian PM Narendra Modi launches ‘One Sun, One World, One Grid' at COP26 summit

A state of Emergency has been declared in Ethiopia, as rebel forces march towards the capital. Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed has promised to 'bury the enemy'. The rebels say their forces are 'unstoppable'. Why is Ethiopia at war with itself? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Why is Ethiopia at war with itself?

U.S. is introducing a bill to declare Diwali as a federal holiday, If passed, 5 Mn Indian Americans will have the chance to celebrate Diwali thousands of miles away from home. Diwali is already a national holiday in many countries. Palki Sharma tells you about the soft power of Diwali.

Gravitas: The soft power of Diwali

Kim Jong Un has coined "Kimjongunism" - a new ideology for North Korea. The North Korean leader has reportedly removed portraits of his father and grandfather, in an effort to break away from the shadow of his ancestors. Palki Sharma decodes Kim Jong Un's latest moves.

Gravitas: Kim Jong Un coins a new ideology for North Korea

A rare #MeToo allegation has ignited a firestorm in China. Tennis Star Peng Shuai has accused a former Vice Premier of sexual assault on Weibo. Chinese censors have hidden Peng's account. Conversations around the allegations are being blocked. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: China censors Tennis Star for accusing top leader of sexual assault tag Peng Shuai

A new report claims that British officials held a secret meeting with a 'conversion therapy group'. Conversion therapy is a practice that seeks to change the sexual behavior of homosexuals. Is UK trying to mainstream it? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Did British Officials secretly meet a Conversion Therapy group?

Is Recep Tayyip Erdogan not keeping well? The Turkish President appears unwell in several viral videos. Ankara has launched a probe against 30 people for suggesting Erdogan has died. What's the truth about Erdogan's health? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Is Recep Tayyip Erdogan not keeping well?

The Pakistan govt has lifted the ban on Tehreek-E-Labbaik, allowing the group to contest elections. The TLP enjoys widespread support in Pakistan. How could this compromise prove risky for Imran Khan? Palki Sharma explains

Gravitas: Pakistan lifts ban on TLP, allows radical outfit to contest polls

Covaxin gets WHO's nod; here's what it will mean for those who have taken the shot

Republican Party's Glenn Youngkin won election to become next governor of Virginia staging an upset against the Democratic Party. The race for governor was being seen as an early verdict on US President Joe Biden's first year in presidency.

Republican Glenn Youngkin becomes Virginia governor, Democrats lose for first time since 2009

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