Several people have been arrested in Iran over the downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane as Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned that those responsible would be punished.

West Asia crisis intensifies; Countries mull legal action against Iran

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

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

Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif is on a three-day visit to India amid tensions with the United States. He attended Raisina Dialogue - an annual conference where dignitaries from more than 100 countries across the world share their views on geopolitics and geoeconomics, climate change, counter-terrorism and other agendas of the next decade. Zarif talked on Ukrainian plane shooting by Iran and current tensions between Iran and the US. He talked about his outlook on the US government and warned that the current geopolitical situation in the region is ''very dangerous.''

Iranian FM Javad Zarif lashes out at US in India

More 67 people died and many missing after avalanches in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. According to a report, the worst hit was the Neelum Valley area where at least 19 people lost their lives. Also, 4 Indian army soldiers lost their lives in Jammu & Kashmir.

Several Avalanches hit PoK, over 67 dead

Javad Zarif blames US for Ukrainian plane shooting at Raisina Dialogue 2020

At least 57 people died and others were missing after avalanches in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir over the last 24 hours, senior government officials informed on Tuesday.

Dozens killed in avalanches in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir

Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif is on a three-day visit to India. While addressing the Raisina Dialogue, Zarif talked on Ukrainian plane shooting by Iran and current tensions between Iran and the US. He talked about his outlook on the US government.

Javad Zarif talk on Ukrainian plane shooting

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa met separately with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday, with both countries pledging to further boost relations.

China, Sri Lanka pledges to further boost relations

Imagine how wonderful it would be to have fresh air around you even when you are at your workstation. It’s now possible with a quirky desk device. Designed by an Indian company, the Xech Growstation appears to be interesting, but do we really need this? Let’s find out.

Xech Growstation: Hit or miss? | Tech It Out

If you are unsure about which app to use for editing your beautifully-captured moments, check out our list of top 3 video-editing apps and pick any of them.

Coming soon: Gadgets of 2020 | Tech It Out

Qasem Soleimani killing: US leadership is ignorant and arrogant, says Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif

India needs to take immediate steps to reverse the economic slowdown, it is projected that India would generate 1.6 MN lesser jobs this year.

India: FY20 job creation down by 1.6 MN

In Vietnam's "incense village", workers are busy preparing the fragrant sticks ahead of the early arrival of the busy lunar new year holiday. #WION #Vietnam #Lunaryear

Vietnam's 'incense village' prepares for lunar new year

Who benefits from this mess in West Asia? Are the efforts at de-escalation genuine? How has Soleimani's killing impacted Trump's political fortunes? Are there lessons for Canada to learn from? On #WionEdit Palki Sharma explains. #WIONEdit

Wion Edit: West Asia in crisis: Who stands to benefit?

Are Harry and Meghan bored by the ceremonial nature of their jobs? Will the royals quit their family business too? What next for duke and duchess of Sussex? WION's Palki Sharma gets the latest from the Royal 'mess' in the United Kingdom. #Gravitas #RoyalMess #UK #Sussex #SussexCouple

Gravitas: The royal mess in United Kingdom: What's happening?

Are you worried about A.I. stealing your jobs? If yes, then this report will be food for thought. In South Korea, firms are already using A.I. to hire employees. Soon, candidates may have to impress a robot to get a job. Details in this report. #Gravitas #Robots #RobotsInterview

Gravitas: Need a job? Get ready to be interviewed by a robot!

What happens when the 'Royals' step out of their ultra-luxury home. First, there is a long motorcade to escort them. Then, the traffic would be blocked. Starting today, the royal convoy rules in Thailand have been eased. Here's a look at motorcade rules across the world. #Gravitas #Thailand #ThailandRoyalConvoy

Gravitas: Thailand eases royal convoy rules

The revelations from Boeing's internal documents are shocking. For instance, Boeing employees insult India's aviation regulator with choice words like 'fools', 'stupid' etc. Yet, DGCA officials have come up with a meek response. WION's Palki Sharma explains the shocking details. #Gravitas #India #India'sAviationWatchdog

Gravitas: Boeing's internal documents shows employees insulting India's aviation watchdog

The leaders of the warring parties in Libya met in Moscow on Monday in order to discuss a ceasefire agreement #WION #Libya #Libyawar

Libya: End to civil war just around the corner?

Srinagar and the adjoining areas in Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Monday. #WION #Srinagar #JammuKashmir

Fresh snowfall in Srinagar, traffic disrupted

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. #WION #WIONspeednews #Australia #China #Iran #US

WION Speed News: Watch top national and international news of the morning - January 14, 2020

The Kyiv-bound flight (PS752) of Ukraine International Airlines, had crashed minutes after the takeoff from the Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran on Wednesday, killing all 176 people on board. #WION #Iran #UkraineAirlines

Iran denies 'cover-up' over plane crash

The highly unusual meeting was called after the couple's bombshell announcement last week that they wished to step back from their roles as senior members of the royal family. #WION #QueenVictoria #RoyalFamily

Queen agrees on 'period of transition' for Harry and Meghan

China & Pakistan have launched a major naval drill in India's backyard, the Arabian Sea. While Beijing and Islamabad are stepping up their defence engagement, India is keeping a keen eye on the naval drills. Take a look. #Gravitas #China #Pakistan #India #NavalDrill

Gravitas: China-Pakistan naval drill in the Arabian sea, Implications for India

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