Protesters have hit a police station in Hong Kong with petrol bombs on Wednesday (October 2) in an angry response to the shooting of a teenager by a police officer.

Hong Kong protesters hit police station with petrol bombs

US special envoy to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad has arrived in Pakistan to discuss revival of the peace talks with the Pakistani leaders and a possible meeting with a Taliban delegation.

US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad in Pak; But why?

Former Indian PM Manmohan Singh to visit Kartarpur Sahib. Watch video to know more.

Former Indian PM Manmohan Singh to visit Kartarpur Sahib

UK PM Boris Johnson unveils new Brexit proposal. Watch video to know more.

UK PM Boris Johnson unveils new Brexit proposal

Former Prime Minister of India Dr Mammohan Singh on Thursday accepted an invitation extended by the Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh to join the first Jatha (religious group) to Sri Kartarpur Gurdwara on November 9 for attending the inaugural ceremony of the Kartarpur Corridor. Watch this video to know more.

Former PM Manmohan Singh to visit Kartarpur Gurdwara in Pakistan

Major General Qassem Soleimani agrees to 1st TV interview in 20 years. Watch this video to know more.

Major General Qassem Soleimani agrees to 1st TV interview in 20 years

Iraq is declaring a curfew in Baghdad starting early on Thursday until further notice, Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi announced late on Wednesday, after two days of nationwide anti-government protests turned violent. Watch this video to know more.

Iraq declares curfew in Baghdad until further notice: PM Adel Abdul Mahdi

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina has arrived in India on a 4 day India visit, the first since her landslide victory in December of 2018. Minister of State for Women and Child Development Debasree Chaudhuri, Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Riva Ganguly Das, Bangladesh's HC Syed Muazzem Ali and JS(Bangladesh Myanmar) in the Ministry of external affairs Vikram Doraiswami received the Bangladeshi PM at the airport. Watch this video to know more.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina arrives in India on 4-day visit

After The U.N.G.A Debacle, Pakistan Is Dismantling The Team That Represented In At The U.N.G.A Pakistan's U.N.G.A debacle has already claimed a scalp. Pakistan's permanent representative to the U.N. Maleeha Lodhi has been replaced by former Pak representative to the U.N. Munir Akram, who comes with a dodgy reputation. The career diplomat was accused of domestic abuse in the past. Besides, rumours are rife that Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi's job is also on the line. Palki explains.

Gravitas: Imran Khan Dumps Maleeha Lodhi After Pakistan's Dismal Show At The U.N.G.A

Japan has increased their national sales tax by 2% to overcome slowdown. Watch this video to know more.

WION Wallet: Japan increases sales tax to overcome slowdown

A Tribute To India's Second PM Lal Bahadur Shastri On The Occasion Of His 115th Birth Anniversary Lal Bahadur Shastri, freedom fighter and India's second Prime Minister is someone who has contributed heavily to India's democracy, pluralism and economic development. This report highlights the contribution of Lal Bahadur Shastri on the occasion of his 115th birth anniversary

Gravitas: Celebrating India's Second Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri

Mahatma Gandhi Continues To Inspire Leaders & Freedom Movements Around The World Mahatma Gandhi is one of history's most transformative and inspirational figures. The impact of his philosophy is not only limited to the realm of politics. Here are some of the greatest thinkers and innovators who have been inspired by Gandhian ideology of non-violent resistance to oppression.

Gravitas: Mahatma Gandhi: An Indian Who Belongs To The Entire World

China Put Its Advanced Weaponry On Display At The 70th National Day Celebrations China showcased its military might during the 70th national day celebrations. Beijing is now capable of striking the U.S. in 30 minutes with its DongFeng-17 Ballistic Missile System. This report explores the growing military might of People's Republic of China.

Gravitas: China Displays New Hypersonic Missile In A Show Of Military Might

For The First Time In 20 Years, Iran's Major General Qassem Soleimani Agreed To An Interview. Here's The Gist.

Gravitas: Takeaways From Iran's Major General Soleimani's Rare Interview

Comparing & Contrasting PM Modi's Op-ed On Mahatma Gandhi & Pak PM Imran Khan's Erroneous Op-ed On Kashmir.

Gravitas: PM Modi vs Pakistan PM Imran Khan: The Tale Of Two Op-Eds

Gravitas: Afghan Peace Talks: U.S., Taliban Representatives Meet In Pakistan

India Cements Ties With Turkey's Rivals In Retaliation To Erdogan's Staunch Support For Pakistan Modi government has responded to Turkey's President Erdogan's Kashmir provocation by cements ties with Turkey's rivals in the region. Palki explains India's game-plan to counter Turkey's interference in the Kashmir issue and the staunch support extended to Pakistan.

Gravitas: India's Game-plan To Counter Turkey

Turkey & Pakistan Have Always Maintained Strong Ties. Despite That, Erdogan's Position On Kashmir Is Driven By Vested Interests & Economic Compulsions Pakistan and Turkey have historically maintained strong ties. Despite that, Turkey's President Erdogan's staunch support for Pakistan on Kashmir issue raises a few red flags. Turkey's support to Pakistan is driven by Erdogan's desire to exploit Pakistan as a market for the sale of weapons. This report analyses Turkey's ties with Pakistan.

Gravitas: Charting The Evolution Of Turkey-Pakistan Bilateral Ties

Turkey To Build Four Corvettes For Pakistan As President Erdogan Prioritises Ties With Pakistan. In 2017, when Turkey's President Erdogan visited India, India and Turkey defined their ties as a 'stable and friendly' partnership. Two years later, Turkey is singing a different tune. First Erdogan took the pro-Pakistan position on Kashmir issue, now Turkey is building a warship for Pakistan. Palki explains.

Gravitas: Erdogan Chooses Pakistan Over India As Turkey Builds Warship For Pakistan

The Continued Support Of Turkey & Malaysia To Pakistan On Kashmir Is Based On Religion & Such Religious Congregation Is A Serious Problem On #WionEdit, @Palkisu analyses the unflinching support extended by Turkey and Malaysia to Pakistan on Kashmir issue. One, the congregation is based on religion and two, there are vested political benefits for all parties in this coalition. In simple terms, these countries are not guardians of Muslim community across the world.

Wion Edit: Turkey-malaysia-pakistan: Coalition Of Hypocrisy?

Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit Chennai for informal summit with PM Modi between Oct 11-13

Xi Jinping to visit Chennai for informal summit with PM Modi

One of the front-runners for the Afghan presidency, the country's chief executive, Abdullah Abdullah, declared himself the winner of elections for the post on September 30. Watch this video to know more.

Afghanistan: Abdullah Abdullah claims victory ahead of results

WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay and VOA's anchor-producer Ira Mellman discuss the issues raised in the week-long event with Bharat Barai and Vibhuti Jha.

Setting The Agenda: Unleashing the future of India

India is celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of legendary freedom movement leader and 'Father of the Nation', Mahatma Gandhi, on Wednesday. Mahatma Gandhi presented Khadi as a symbol of nationalism, equality and self-reliance. Watch the modernisation of Khadi.

Gandhi at 150: Celebrating the spirit of Khadi

A towering arch bridge collapsed into a harbor in northeastern Taiwan on Tuesday (October 1), crushing several fishing boats with some crew feared trapped, authorities said. Watch this video to know more.

Bridge collapses in Taiwan, kills four people

The Japanese government claimed that North Korea fired projectiles towards its eastern sea on Wednesday, in an apparent display of its expanding military capabilities. Watch this video to know more.

North Korea launches 2 missiles in the sea, One enters Japanese waters

Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to visit the historic city of Mahabalipuram in Chennai for his second informal summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week. India is yet to formally announce the dates of the meeting. Watch this video to know more.

Chinese President to visit Chennai for second informal summit with PM Modi

Despite Becoming Independent Around Or After The Time India Obtained Freedom, Countries Like Israel, China & Singapore Have Achieved Massive Economic Growth.

Wion Edit: What can India learn from countries like Israel, China & Singapore

At The WION E-Mobility Summit, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Outlines India's Roadmap To Electric Vehicles' Switch Here are the highlights from the WION E-Mobility summit, the first-of-its-kind conglomeration of industry leaders and policymakers. Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari outlined the roadmap to India's Electric Vehicles push at the summit.

Gravitas: Highlights from WION E-Mobility Summit

Who will win Nobel Peace Prize 2019? Here's the list of top contenders. Watch to know more.

Who will win Nobel Peace Prize 2019? Here's the list of top contenders

Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, Nitin Gadkari answers questions on various issues during an interaction with WION's moderator Molly Gambhir at the EMobilitySummit.

Watch: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari speaks on biofuels during the EMobility Summit

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