PM Modi-Xi Jinping to officially meet on 11th-12th October in Mamallapuram, Chennai for an informal summit. India-China advancing cooperation in various fields. China appraises ties with India. Let's know why Mamallapuram is chosen for 2nd Indo-China informal summit.

Why was Mamallapuram chosen for 2nd Indo-China informal summit?

Understanding United Nations' Financial Woes United Nations is cash-strapped. Secretary-General himself says that U.N. is facing a cash shortage of $230 Million. Remember U.N. owes India a huge debt. It also uses India's peacekeeping forces, but hasn't offered India a permanent membership at the UNSC. This report explains

Gravitas: United Nations is running out of funds

It Was A Sight To Behold As The IAF Marked 87 Years At The Hindon Air Base. It was a sight to behold at the Hindon Air base as IAF celebrated its 87th birthday in a grand manner. IAF displayed its might in the Avenger formation, piloted -by the Balakot strike bravehearts. Guess who was leading them? Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman

Gravitas: 87 years of Indian Air Force

Dussehra festival or Vijayadashami in 2019 is celebrated on 8 October and it marks the victory of good over evil.

Gravitas: India celebrates Dussehra; the victory of good over evil

In this report of WION know, why the Chinese President Xi Jinping is suffering a crisis of confidence?

Why Chinese President Xi Jinping suffering a crisis of confidence?

On Tuesday, 'Charging Bull' which is the iconic statue of Wall Street in New York took up as the target for the 'Extinction Rally' of climate protesters. Protesters rage on statue by pouring the fake blood all over the statue.

WION Wallet: Wall Street's iconic 'Charging Bull' became haunt of climate change protesters

Xi Jinping is not the first Chinese to visit Mamallapuram, Chennai for the informal summit. Watch this report to know more.

Xi Jinping is not first Chinese to visit Mamallapuram, Chennai for the informal summit

A large crowd of protesters turned up to in Tal Abyad to oppose Turkey's military operations. Protesters also chanted slogans against Turkey's incursion. All protesters blamed President Erdogan for the Syrian crisis.

Tal Abyad: Large crowd of protesters turned up to oppose Turkey's military operations

Indian Defence Minister to perform 'Shastra Puja' in France before receiving first Rafale Jet. Basically, 'Shastra Puja' is the tradition of Indian culture to worship the arms before using it. Watch this video to know more.

Indian rituals in France before receiving first Rafale Jet, 'Shastra Puja' to be done

U.S. President warned Turkey against hurting U.S. soldiers during their operation. He said if any U.S. will get hurt then big trouble will be there to follow Turkey.

Trump threatens to 'decimate' Turkey's economy if it harms US troops, allies

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 - October 8th, 2019

Big Boost For Indian Air Force, India Receives The First Of Its Long-Awaited Rafale Fighter Jets It's a big day for Indian Air Force. India has finally received the first of its long-awaited Rafale fighter jets. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh went to Bordeaux to take the delivery of the jets.

Gravitas: India Gets Its First Rafale Fighter Jet

Pakistan PM Imran Khan Makes His Third Visit To China In A Year Ahead Of Modi-Xi Second Informal Summit Chinese President Xi Jinping is due to travel to India to hold an informal summit with Indian PM Modi. But Imran Khan has rushed to China. What is he doing in China now? What is the Pakistan Army Chief doing in Beijing?

Gravitas: Before Modi-Xi Summit In India, Imran Rushes To Beijing

Xi Jinping Is Suffering A Crisis Of Confidence Trade war with the U.S., pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, economic slowdown, detention of Uighurs, this is the most challenging phase in Xi Jinping's political career. This report explains.

Gravitas: The Most Challenging Phase In Xi Jinping's Political Career

Prioritising Ties With Pakistan Over India Is A Dangerous Proposition For China On #WionEdit, @Palkisu explains the changing geopolitical power game in the region. China would be better served if it prioritises ties with India over Pakistan. There is a firm political logic to it and serious economic opportunities for both India and China.

WION Edit: Is India China's Best Bet In The New Geopolitical Game?

On Indian Air Force Day 2019, IAF Chief to preside over the fly-past. Wing Commander Abhinandan flies over the parade. Watch this video to know more in detail.

IAF Day 2019: IAF Chief to preside over the fly-past, Wg Cdr Abhinandan flies over the parade

U.S. President Donald Trump said, ''US-Japan trade deal is a game-changer''. Watch this video to know more.

U.S. President Donald Trump said, ''US-Japan trade deal is a game changer''

France to handover first Rafale Jet to India out of 36, Rajnath Singh arrived in France to receive. Watch this video to know more.

France to handover first Rafale Jet to India out of 36, Rajnath Singh arrived in France to recieve

BSF on alert after Pakistan drone spotted near Ferozepur. Watch video to know more.

BSF on alert after Pakistan drone spotted near Ferozepur

Air Force Day 2019: Balakot Warrior Abhinandan Leads MiG-21 Bison Formation. Watch video to know more.

Air Force Day 2019: Balakot Warrior Abhinandan Leads MiG-21 Bison Formation

Tourists To Be Allowed In Jammu And Kashmir From Thursday. Watch video to know more.

Tourists To Be Allowed In Jammu And Kashmir From Thursday

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has taken the official handover of first Indian Rafale jet from France. The defence minister performed a Shastra puja on the aircraf

Rajanth Singh takes his 1st sortie in Rafale jet

The U.S. blacklisted 28 Chinese organisations which were involved in abuses against Uighurs in Xinjiang province. 8 Chinese tech companies put on the so-called entity list.

U.S. blacklisted 28 Chinese organisations, involved in abuses against Uighurs

Today on 8th October, India is celebrating it's Air Force day. Celebrations took place at Hindon air force base in New Delhi. Watch these visuals of celebration with WION.

India celebrating it's Air Force day today, celebrations at Hindon air force base in New Delhi

Finally absolute normalcy in J&K, All schools & colleges to reopen finally after the valley got shut 2 months ago. Watch this video to know more.

Finally absolute normalcy in J&K, All schools & colleges to reopen

Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday took "delivery" of the first of the 36 Rafale fighter jets acquired from Dassault Aviation for the Indian Air Force in the French town of Bordeaux.

India gets its 1st Rafale aircraft; 4 jets will arrive by May 2020

Rajnath Singh receives first Rafale jet, performs 'Shastra pooja'. Watch video to know more.

Rajnath Singh receives first Rafale jet, performs 'Shastra pooja'

India to recieve 1st Rafale fighter jet aircraft from France

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Arrives At Handover Ceremony Of Rafale Jet. Watch video to know more.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Arrives At Handover Ceremony Of Rafale Jet

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today received the first of the 36 long-awaited Rafale fighter jets on behalf of the Indian Air Force.

4th generation Rafale fighter aircraft to boost IAF's strike capability?

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday received the first of the 36 Rafale fighter aircraft to be inducted in the Indian Air Force. The Defence Minister, who is on a three-day visit to France, said the handover event marks a new milestone in Indo-France relations.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says 'New milestone in Indo-French defence cooperation'

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