West Asia continues to simmer. According to reports an explosion occurred at a military base in Iraq early on Saturday causing a large fire. Watch in for more details!

Iraq military base explosion: US denies reports of alleged attack in Iraq

China has embarked on a massive project to save its cultural heritage in the city of Xinjiang. The country is looking to carry out major renovation activity in Kashgar's historic city which lies in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Watch in for more details!

China: Regulation to protect Kashgar's old city

The chief of US space agency NASA has told lawmakers in Washington that China is using civilian programmes to hide military objectives in space. Watch to know more.

US, China accuse each other of 'militarising space'

A full jury of 12 people has been seated in the criminal case against Donald Trump, bringing the first criminal trial of a former president a significant step closer to the beginning. Watch in for more details!

Trump Hush Money Trial: First week of Trump's criminal trial ends with full jury selected

Against the backdrop of North Korea is increasing its war Readiness and boosting its military Arsenal South Korea and US held air drills in a display of strength and unity. Watch in for more details!

US, South Korea practice ways to detect, counter enemy threat

AI-powered robots can automate routine tasks such as picking, packing, and sorting items, reducing manual labour and increasing speed. Watch to know more.

AI-powered warehouse Robot: Tech revolutionising warehouse logistics

Watch in the top headlines of the hour: - US House advances $95 billion aid package - Blasts rock military base in Iraq - Trump Hush Money Trial: Final jury named - North Korea heads cruise missile warhead

US House advances $95 billion aid package | Blasts rock military base in Iraq

The tensions between West Asia's two regional powerhouses Israel and Iran are at an all time high. This month's dramatic escalation kicked off with an Israeli strike on Iran's Consulate in Damascus followed by a largely foiled Iranian attack of over 300 Airborne weapons on Israel...Let's take a look at the costs of defence of both the countries...! Watch in for more details!

Iran-Israel Tensions: Israel's costly defence vs Iran's cheap attack | Sizing up the costs of war

Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces, an official security force, said its command post at Kalso military base about 50 km (30 miles) south of Baghdad was hit by a huge explosion late on Friday (April 19), and two security sources said it resulted from an air strike.

One Iraqi PMF fighter killed, 8 wounded in missile strike on base near Baghdad

The US House of Representatives has advanced the 95 billion aid package for Ukraine Israel and the Indo Pacific. This comes following Friday's vote where Democrats managed to push the legislation past the Republican opposition. Watch in for details!

US House advances $95 billion aid bill for Ukraine-Israel towards Saturday vote

The K-pop industry is currently mourning the tragic death of singer Park Bo Ram. She is the latest in the list of South Korean celebrities who've had their lives cut short too soon.

K-Pop stars who died too young

The Maldives is set to hold Parliamentary elections on April 21st and the polls have shaped up to be a crucial referendum on President Mohammad Muizzu tenure. Muizzu assumed charge in November last year and he and his policies are both facing a litmus test. Watch in for more details!

Maldives Elections 2024: Lawmakers to be elected for 93-member strong people's Majlis

In this exciting episode of 'Wings,' we dive into the vibrant celebrations of Songkran, the Thai New Year festival. Join us as we take you to the streets of Bangkok, where revellers engage in the world's biggest water fight, marking the start of the traditional New Year celebrations. Experience the joy and energy of this beloved festival that lasts for several days, blending tradition with lively revelry. Next, we explore the spring harvest festivals in India, including Baisakhi in Punjab and Bihu in Assam. Witness the colourful festivities and cultural richness of these celebrations that showcase the diverse heritage of India. Then, we travel to Japan to witness the breathtaking cherry blossom season, known as Sakura. Experience the beauty of Japan as streets are painted in hues of pink and white, symbolizing new beginnings and the arrival of spring. Join us on this exhilarating journey as 'Wings' explores the cultural richness and vibrant traditions of Songkran, the spring harvest festivals of India, and the mesmerizing cherry blossoms of Japan.

Songkran Water Festival, Indian Spring Harvest Festivals, Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Watch in the top headlines of the hour: - Solomon Islands' Pro-China PM wins - Elon Musk postpones India visit - Myanmar Junta, Armed rebels clash - Blasts rock military base in Iraq

Solomon Islands' Pro-China PM wins | Elon Musk postpones trip to India

The US is set to withdraw troops from Niger in West Africa. Over a thousand troops are set to pull out as part of the plan. The statement comes following the recent meetings between Niger's Prime Minister and US Deputy Secretary of State. Watch in for more details!

US to withdraw military personnel from Niger in West Africa

The Goat Life has witnessed the coming together of Oscar-winning stalwarts AR Rahman & Resul Pookutty. In an exclusive conversation with WION'S Samarpita Das, Pookutty talks about the efforts it took them to make the music a character of its own.

Resul Pookutty on The Goat Life: Like Najeeb, we faced lot of hurdles | WION Exclusive

Resul Pookutty on The Goat Life: Like Najeeb, we faced lot of hurdles

On the beaches of Thailand's tourist island of Phuket divers are removing abundant fishing gear made from plastic that is Tangled on Coral Reef. These discarded fishing equipment known as ghost gear is increasingly threatening the Marine ecosystem. Watch in for more details!

Thailand scuba divers clean 'ghost gear' from Oceans

Watch in the top headlines of the hour: - Elon Musk postpones India visit - Myanmar Junta, Armed rebels clash - Blasts rock military base in Iraq - Trump Hush Money Trial: Final jury named - Apple blocks WhatsApp in China app stores

Myanmar Junta, Armed rebels clash | Elon Musk postpones India visit

Thailand scuba divers clean plastic fishing gears from Oceans

As Israel's military offensive continues in Gaza the Violence by Israeli troops in West Bank has also seen an optic. In the latest at least five Palestinians have been killed during Israeli military raid in West Bank City of Tulkarem. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: IDF raids West Bank, at least 5 Palestinians killed in raids: Reports

Oscar Winner Resul Pookutty on The Goat Life: Like Najeeb, we faced lot of hurdles

Elon Musk postpones India visit | Solomon Islands' Pro-China PM wins

Displays of various shapes and sizes are common to come by nowadays. However, we now have flexible screens that are capable of folding, flipping, and rolling. As display technologies evolve, Chinese manufacturers are introducing new products to enhance the user experience. Watch this story for more details.

China's life-changing display technologies

US militarising space with Elon Musk's Starshield satellite network: China

On Pollnomics, we take you to the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. With 39 seats in the parliament, it has shaped coalition politics in the past. Its unique socio-political landscape has also shaped its robust economy. This report tells you more about this Dravidian citadel.

India General Elections 2024: Tamil Nadu's rise as economic hub

Watch in the top headlines of the hour: - IDF raids refugee camps in West Bank - US House advances $95 billion aid package - Blasts rock military base in Iraq - Trump Hush Money Trial: Final jury named - Apple blocks WhatsApp in China app stores

US house advances $95 bn aid package | Apple blocks WhatsApp in China app stores

Israel war: Israeli forces raid Nur Shams camp in West Bank, 5 Palestinians killed in raid

Iraq military base explosion: US clarifies it is not involved in Iran incident

With no signs of de-escalation in the Israel Gaza War protesters in New York and the Yemeni capital of Sanaa took to the streets to display solidarity with Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Israel war: Thousands of Pro-Gazans demonstrate in Yemeni capital

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