A Summary Of Highlights From PM Modi's Eventful Trip To Russia On the second of his visit to Russia, Indian Prime Minister announced a billion dollar line of credit to Russia far-east. PM Modi also held conversations Japan's Shinzo Abe, Malaysia's Mahathir Mohamed before attending a judo championship with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Palki summarises the key highlights of PM's visit to Russia.

Gravitas: PM Modi's Russia visit: key takeaways

Funny Memes On House Of Commons' Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg A recline has created ripples across the world of politics, art, sport, science & even popular culture. In one day, the House of Commons' Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg has become a global phenomenon. Memes of the veteran politician have gone viral to an extent that Jacob Rees-Mogg has garnered more attention than the Brexit mess itself. Here's more.

Gravitas: Memes galore: Jacob Rees-Mogg in art, sport, Mathematics & more....

Second Pak-Incited Anti-India Violent Protests Outside Indian High Commission In London Since August 25 Pakistan incited another violent anti-India protest outside Indian High Commission in London on Tuesday. This is the second such act of hooliganism outside Indian Commission since August 15. London's Mayor Office as well as British Foreign both describe the protests as 'largely peaceful', while India has urged UK government to take action against the violent protesters. Palki summarises.

Gravitas: Violent protest outside Indian high commission in London

Is Britain Becoming A Breeding Ground For Anti-India Sentiment? Over the last few years, UK's capital London has been the venue for anti-India sentiment. Last year, Khalistan separatists campaigned against India's sovereignty. Some parties backed them too. Since August 14, Pakistan has now incited two violent protests opposing India's stance on Kashmir. Is London the breeding ground for anti-India sentiment? This report explores.

Gravitas: Is London the headquarters of anti-India campaigns?

Canada Removed References To Khalistan Extremism While Pak Incites Anti-India Protests In London From Kashmir rabble rousers to Khalistan sympathisers, countries like the UK and Canada have unwittingly kept the anti-India separatism alive. Last year, Canada even removed references to Khalistan extremism while Pakistan incites violent anti-India protests in London in its bid to internationalise Kashmir issue. Is it right to interfere in the sovereignty of India in the garb of promoting free speech? Where should these countries draw the line? Palki explains.

Gravitas: Why countries like UK & Canada support anti-India separatism?

UAE asked Imran Khan's Pak to back off from Kashmir. UAE told Imran Khan to resolve Kashmir issue bilaterally with India and not make it Internation issue.

UAE asked Imran Khan's Pak to back off from Kashmir

In Russia, PM Modi's gesture got instant hit, he asked for a chair like others instead of Sofa for a photo session. Watch these visuals of him.

Russia: PM Modi asked for chair like others instead of sofa for photo session, gesture got hit

Hong Kong is bracing for its latest weekend of unrest, despite the government announcing Wednesday that it will officially withdraw the extradition bill that kicked off the summer of dissent.

Fresh demonstrations hits Hong Kong; Protestors planning to block airport

South African Riots Over ‘Xenophobia’ kills more than 10 people. Watch video to know more.

South African Riots Over ‘Xenophobia’ kills more than 10 people

WION Wallet: Samsung relaunches folding smartphone after screen problems.

WION Wallet: Samsung relaunches folding smartphone after screen problems

Key Chinese hospitals, leading telecom carriers and Huawei Wednesday launched a project to establish standards for 5G-based networks in hospitals.

WION Wallet: China starts mapping standards for 5G-based hospitals

Category 5 winds of up to 185mph obliterated entire neighbourhoods and triggered a humanitarian crisis.

Hurricane Dorain lashes US coast, left 200,000 without power

WION's Political Editor Kartikeya Sharma speaks to Russia's Energy Minister Aleksandr Novak.

WION in an exclusive coversation with Russia's Energy Minister Aleksandr Novak

Facebook launches it's an online dating app in almost 19 countries. Facebook to compete with rivals like Tinder. In this users are allowed to connect their Fb and Instagram accounts as well. Watch this video to know more.

Facebook launches online dating service, ''site for real relationships, not hookups''

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits India Business Pavilion at Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi visits India Business Pavilion at Eastern Economic Forum

French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe unveiled on Tuesday (September 3) measures to tackle domestic violence, facing a mounting toll and calls for action. Watch this video to know more.

Watch: 100+ french woman killed this year

Analysing The Changing Dynamics In India-United Kingdom Ties In The Context Of Brexit India is one of the most important bilateral priorities for the United Kingdom. On #WionEdit, Palki charts the changing dynamics in India's ties with the UK. Any friction in the ties with India would hurt UK's economy, especially given the uncertainties surrounding the Brexit.

WION Edit: Friction in ties with India likely to hurt UK more

Mumbai continues to cripple under incessant rainfall, with the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavier showers in the city and suburbs on Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is also likely to occur in central Maharashtra and Marathwada, said IMD. The MET Dept has issued a red alert and predicted torrential rains in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad over the next 24 hours as low pressure builds over the Bay of Bengal. Watch this video to know more.

Mumbai under rain red alert, schools & colleges to remain shut

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the India-Russia Summit and Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held bilaterals with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi discusses trade, Zakir Naik's extradition with Malaysian PM

WION and Russian news agency Sputnik exchanged letters of intent on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum(EEF) in the backdrop of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Russia.

The tie-up is a mutual partnership between Federal State Unitary Enterprise Rossiya Segodbya International Information Agency, founder of the Russian media outlet (SPUTNIK) information agency and Zee Media Corporation Limited's entity WION.

Sputnik and WION aim to amplify digital and broadcast content of the two nations with technologically enhanced communication. The MoU will also help facilitate coordination and exchange of information and ideas with various communities of the two countries.

Sudhir Chaudhary, Editor-in-Chief, WION, said: "A glorious friendship that has withstood the test of time and vagaries of history embarks on a journey to deepen mutual respect through culture, education and science. This new era of bilateral cooperation promises to be a model for the world and will demonstrate the importance of soft power in a complex geopolitical landscape."

The partnership will focus on the creation of an interactive platform that develops rich content in all forms to ensure improved understanding of the socio-cultural values of the two nations with a view towards harnessing technological innovation while delivering accurate content. The exchange of content would involve issues related to cultural, humanitarian, economic, sports and political events.

"The ties between Russia and India are very strong historically, and our cooperation will meet this high standard. The Indian media field has requested for news content from our country, and we hope that we can satisfy the needs of the audience," Vasily Pushkov,&nbsp;Sputnik Head of International Projects, said, at a letter-exchange ceremony between WION and Sputnik at Vladivostok.

The partnership is meant to uplift the spirit of friendship and cooperation between the two great nations - Russia and India.

WION is India’s first news channel dedicated to putting forth India’s perspective on emerging global issues to the world. WION's vision is to create avenues for discourse which can complement India’s efforts in setting a new global agenda on principles of free trade, human rights and co-existence of civilizations that in turn can consolidate India’s position in the world as a responsible global power.

As a responsible fourth pillar of democracy, WION believes in the importance of providing news that is rich in content and allows viewers to form an informed view on key debates affecting India and the world. In order to achieve this end, WION actively engages with global leaders, game changers, influencers, activists, environmentalists and corporate leaders from all quarters of the world to fulfill its goals.

India's premier English channel was inaugurated by the honourable Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and former President of India Pranab Mukherjee in 2016.

Sputnik is one of the largest international media houses combining multimedia and regional Internet sites in 32 languages including in analogue and digital broadcasting in Russian, English, French and other languages ​​in more than 90 cities around the world and on the Internet.&nbsp;

Sputnik's through its news feeds delivers information to leading publications around the world in English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Farsi.

WION and Russian news agency Sputnik exchanged letters of intent on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum(EEF) in the backdrop of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Russia.

WION and Russian news agency Sputnik exchanged letters of intent on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum(EEF) in the backdrop of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Russia. The tie-up is a mutual partnership between Federal State Unitary Enterprise Rossiya Segodbya International Information Agency, founder of the Russian media outlet (SPUTNIK) information agency and Zee Media Corporation Limited's entity WION. Sputnik and WION aim to amplify digital and broadcast content of the two nations with technologically enhanced communication. The MoU will also help facilitate coordination and exchange of information and ideas with various communities of the two countries. Sudhir Chaudhary, Editor-in-Chief, WION, said: "A glorious friendship that has withstood the test of time and vagaries of history embarks on a journey to deepen mutual respect through culture, education and science. This new era of bilateral cooperation promises to be a model for the world and will demonstrate the importance of soft power in a complex geopolitical landscape." The partnership will focus on the creation of an interactive platform that develops rich content in all forms to ensure improved understanding of the socio-cultural values of the two nations with a view towards harnessing technological innovation while delivering accurate content. The exchange of content would involve issues related to cultural, humanitarian, economic, sports and political events. "The ties between Russia and India are very strong historically, and our cooperation will meet this high standard. The Indian media field has requested for news content from our country, and we hope that we can satisfy the needs of the audience," Vasily Pushkov, Sputnik Head of International Projects, said, at a letter-exchange ceremony between WION and Sputnik at Vladivostok. The partnership is meant to uplift the spirit of friendship and cooperation between the two great nations - Russia and India. WION is India’s first news channel dedicated to putting forth India’s perspective on emerging global issues to the world. WION's vision is to create avenues for discourse which can complement India’s efforts in setting a new global agenda on principles of free trade, human rights and co-existence of civilizations that in turn can consolidate India’s position in the world as a responsible global power. As a responsible fourth pillar of democracy, WION believes in the importance of providing news that is rich in content and allows viewers to form an informed view on key debates affecting India and the world. In order to achieve this end, WION actively engages with global leaders, game changers, influencers, activists, environmentalists and corporate leaders from all quarters of the world to fulfill its goals. India's premier English channel was inaugurated by the honourable Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and former President of India Pranab Mukherjee in 2016. Sputnik is one of the largest international media houses combining multimedia and regional Internet sites in 32 languages including in analogue and digital broadcasting in Russian, English, French and other languages in more than 90 cities around the world and on the Internet. Sputnik's through its news feeds delivers information to leading publications around the world in English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Farsi.

WION & Sputnik partnership announced at Eastern Economic Forum, Vladivostok

The Future Of Facial Recognition There was a time when we needed physical documents to even open a bank account. That has changed in the last few decades. Soon you could just pay with your face and nothing else. In China, payment via facial recognition is already happening. This report in Gravitas Future Feature charts the advancements in facial authentication technology.

Gravitas future feature: Soon, you could be paying with your face!

Enriching Indo-Russia ties through media, WION-Sputnik MoU part of bilateral pacts. Watch video to know more.

Enriching Indo-Russia ties through media, WION-Sputnik MoU part of bilateral pacts

It's a race against time, but the UK is running around in circles. The deadline for Brexit is less than 2 months away and instead of making final arrangements to leave the European Union the UK might be inching closer to another election.

Gravitas: UK headed for a snap election?

India & Russia Sign 15 MoUs During PM Modi's Visit To Vladivostok PM Modi's visit to Russia is turning into a remarkable success. India and Russia have signed 15 MoUs across several sectors as bilateral ties get a major boost. Palki sums up the major announcements.

Gravitas: PM Modi's visit to Russia: Key takeaways

Vladimir Putin Wants To Ditch The Dollar & Use Ruble & Rupee In Transactions With India Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to ditch the U.S. dollar and use Ruble & Rupee in transactions with India. Palki explains the rationale behind this attempt.

Gravitas: Will India & Russia ditch the dollar in bilateral trade?

Russia Rolls Out The Red Carpet For Prime Minister Modi The venue of the Eastern Economic Forum is significant. Vladivostok, like the rest of the far-east region of Russia is rich in resources but remains largely underdeveloped. Russia wants India's co-operation and help to improve its strategy for the Eastern-region. Several MoUs that were signed today attain significance in this regard.

Gravitas: Indo-Russia ties: Vladivostok chapter

The Changing Dynamics Of India-Russia Defence Ties Defence has always been the cornerstone of Indo-Russian relationship. Amidst increased competition in the global arms market, India and Russia are looking for ways to revitalise their defence ties. This report explores the changing dynamics of Indo-Russian defence partnership

Gravitas: Defence: The cornerstone of India-Russia partnership

Over 30,000 Indians Live In Russia As Bilateral Ties Grow From Strength To Strength Over 30,000 Indians live in Russia. Most large cities in Russia have tiny pockets where Indian communities lives. But there are not only limited to large cities. We found Gujarati Diamond workers, students and merchants in Vladivostok too. Here's a ground report.

Gravitas: Thriving Indian diaspora in Russia

Over 100 Women Have Lost Their Lives To Domestic Violence In France In 2019 Alone France is grappling with a huge problem. In 2019 alone, over 100 women have lost their live to domestic violence in the country. This has created a huge public uproar. This report details France's fight against domestic violence.

Gravitas: France is grappling with a major problem: It is domestic violence

Pro-Democracy Protesters Of Hong Kong Force China To Give In. Extradition Bill Has Been Withdrawn. This is unprecedented. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam has withdrawn the controversial extradition bill in a huge victory for the peaceful protesters. They have forced the authoritarian communist regime in Beijing to give in. But the protesters are not done yet. Pro-democracy protesters have the momentum and they want the Hong Kong government to meet their five demands. Palki summarises the huge development from Hong Kong.

Gravitas: Big victory for Hong Kong's protesters: Extradition bill withdrawn

Gravitas: UAE, Saudi ministers visit Pakistan. Watch video to know more.

Gravitas: UAE, Saudi ministers visit Pakistan

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