India and Russia have significant trade ties that span across sectors and now both countries are gradually operationalizing a new trade route- The Eastern Maritime Corridor. The route is aimed at significantly reducing logistics costs and boosting trade in the energy and fertiliser sector.

India-Russia unlock shipping route with $50bn trade potential | WION Newspoint

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday night released Nationalist Congress Party legislator Rohit Pawar from its office in Mumbai after questioning him for nearly 11 hours over the alleged Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank scam.

India: ED questions NCP MLA Rohit Pawar for 12 hrs in money laundering probe

New satellite imagery has allowed scientists to identify emperor penguin colonies that were previously unknown. When breeding sites are threatened by melting ice due to climate change, at least some emperor penguins are shifting their colonies. The four recently discovered colonies most likely existed for many years, although scientists hadn't previously detected them, according to a British Antarctic Survey statement on Wednesday.

Four new emperor penguin groups discovered in Antarctica

India is expected to start exporting BrahMos supersonic cruise missile ground systems in the next ten days. Deliveries of the missiles are anticipated by March of this year, as per DRDO Chairman. Watch this video for all details.

When will Philippines receive BrahMos cruise missiles as India is set to export its ground systems?

Contract murderer and native of Alabama Kenneth Smith is set to die via nitrogen hypoxia on Thursday, the first execution of its sort, after spending more than 20 years on death row. It is an approach that the United Nations has lately criticized and that Smith's lawyers describe as "experimental".

Everything you need to know about Elizabeth Sennett murder case

Donald Trump has won the New Hampshire Republican primary edging closer to be the primary challenger to Joe Biden in the upcoming U.S. polls. Who will Trump pick as VP if he wins the nomination?

US President race heats up post New-Hampshire, Trump-Biden trade barbs

North Korea announced on Thursday that it successfully conducted the first flight test of a new cruise missile 'Pulhwasal-3-31', which it claimed was a “strategic” weapon capable of carrying nuclear warheads.

North Korea tests new missile | Blinken's visit to Africa | WION Speed News

Elon Musk's Starlink is a company that provides satellite internet services. Musk has been eyeing India's launch of its Starlink services for a long time now. Now, reports suggest that Starlink is all set to get a licence to start operating in India. Watch this video for all details.

Starlink in India: Will Elon Musk's Starlink get approval from the Indian govt?

Indian economy is booming. Foreign investors are keen on India. India is set to drive the global growth. India's stock market is now the fourth-largest. Is it the right time to invest in Indian stocks? Watch this video to know more.

India is now the world’s fourth-largest stock market after overtaking Hong Kong

The October 7 attack on Israel coincided with the build-up to Israel-Saudi normalisation of ties. U.S. President Joe Biden claims Hamas' attack was aimed at derailing diplomatic thaw. If that's the case, the obvious question is: Has Hamas been successful in its endeavour? How will the Israel-Palestine war affect the region? Vikram Chandra brings you the latest episode of This World.

Israel-Palestine war: Was Hamas' attack aimed at stalling Israel-Saudi normalisation? | This World

On #ThisWorld with @VikramChandra: + This week, tensions rose between Iran and Pakistan as the two countries exchanged fire. + Iran struck Jaish al-Adl or 'Army of Justice' militant group in Balochistan, Islamabad said at least two children were killed in the strikes. + Pakistan retaliated by attacking 'terrorist hideouts' in Iran's border region. At least nine people died. What happens next?

This World: Iran conducted strikes in Balochistan | Iran-Pakistan Tensions

This World: Pakistan, Iran tit-for-tat attacks | Is this the start of a new war?

This World: Is Pakistan going to war with Iran?

A senior Conservative member of Parliament has publicly called for Rishi Sunak to quit, in the latest sign of the prime minister’s failure to pacify rebellions in the ruling party ahead of an election this year.

UK: Senior Tory MP Simon Clarke calls on Rishi Sunak to resign as prime minister

In a dazzling display of opulence, Gucci's parent company, Kering, has unleashed a retail revolution by splurging a mind-boggling $963 million on a prime fifth avenue property. This retail spectacle not only cements Gucci's stronghold on the famed shopping street but sets the stage for a runway rivalry that promises to reshape the fabric of luxury shopping.

Gucci owner's $1bn acquisition on 5th avenue | World Business Watch

Global markets roundup | Asian markets open in Red. Japan leads losses in Asia.

Global markets roundup | Asian markets open in Red | WION World Business Watch

Imagine this: Every second of your workday meticulously monitored by your employer. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi flick, right? Well, hold onto your hats because it's not fiction; it's the reality Amazon workers in france found themselves in, and it's raising some eyebrows.

Amazon's French warehouse fined $35million | World Business Watch

Prince Albert faces scrutiny over financial irregularities revealed by his ex-property manager, Claude Palmero. Princess Charlene reportedly exceeds her €1.5 million allowance, and Albert covers extra expenses, including support for his former mistress and illegitimate children. Watch the video to know more.

Prince Albert of Monaco's 'secret payments' revealed

Missiles struck US controlled Al Asad base in Iraq. Missiles struck US controlled Al Asad base in IraqMissiles reportedly launched by Iranian proxies from within Iraq. Most missiles intercepted, no major injuries reported from strike. Watch to know more!

US strikes three facilities in Iraq linked to Iran-backed militia for attacks on US forces

Cybercrime investigator Ritesh Bhatia discusses the rising menace of deepfakes and their potential impact on the upcoming Lok Sabha elections with Vikram Chandra on the India story.

Deepfake threat in Lok Sabha polls

Atomic scientists on Tuesday kept their "Doomsday Clock" set as close to midnight as ever before. They cited Russia's actions on nuclear weapons amid its invasion of Ukraine, nuclear-armed Israel's Gaza war and worsening climate change as factors driving the risk of global catastrophe. Watch this report for all details.

Doomsday Clock: How many minutes until humanity destroys itself?

Former President Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, dealing a blow to his only remaining major rival Nikki Haley and solidifying his status as the Republican party’s likely nominee.

US Elections 2024: Donald Trump wins Republican primary in New Hampshire

Braving bitter cold and wind, archaeologists in Serbia survey the site of an ancient Roman triumphal arch, one of only a handful in the Balkans, that dates back to the third century. Watch this video for all details.

Roman triumphal arch unearthed by Serbian archaeologists

Speaking about the situation in Europe, Dr Hans Kluge, regional director at the WHO, said: "We have seen, in the region, not only a 30-fold increase in measles cases, but also nearly 21,000 hospitalisations and five measles-related deaths. This is concerning.

W.H.O raises alarm over measles in Europe, urges mass vaccination drive

India paid an average of $85.42 per barrel for Russian oil in November. It is the highest since the G7 economies imposed a price cap of $60 per barrel to cut Moscow's revenue. India paid 1.4% more for Russian oil in November compared to $84.20 per barrel in October, as per reports. Watch this video to find out why.

Why did Russian oil price in November for India hit a 12-month high?

Ecuador is reeling from a fresh wave of violence. The nation is launching a military crackdown on gangs. Criminal groups took more than 100 prison staff hostage. Armed men dramatically interrupted a live TV broadcast. What is happening in Ecuador? Watch this video to find out.

Why is there unrest in Ecuador?

A robocall posing as President Joe Biden and advising its recipients not to cast their ballots in Tuesday's presidential primary, the attorney general's office of New Hampshire has announced that it is looking into what seems to be a "unlawful attempt" at voter suppression.

Fake Joe Biden robocall told voters to stay home for primary election

World at War | Iran & Pakistan strike each other with missiles & drones Russia accuses French mercenaries of aiding Ukraine Can the United States defeat the Houthis in the Red Sea contest? & Ecuador erupts in chaos as criminal gangs murder the State Public Prosecutor Ceasar Suarez Mohammed Saleh gets you an in-depth report of the world's biggest warzones of the week in #WorldAtWar

World at War | Iran & Pakistan strike each other with missiles & drones

Investors sold brazil's currency after president lula da silva unveiled an industrial development plan for the next 10 years. The plan is aimed at boosting sluggish growth with state credits and subsidies. Lula wants to boost long-lagging growth with a similar playbook to the one he used during his earlier tenure.

Brazil's 're-industrialisation' plan

Following a threat alert regarding a potential terror attack, several educational institutes in Islamabad were closed to avoid any catastrophe. This security threat comes as Pakistan is scheduled to hold general elections on February 8.

Pakistan: Three Pakistan universities shut over security threats in capital Islamabad: Police

Metal engraving, a centuries-old tradition, added to UNESCO's list. The long-standing tradition, which has been practised across North Africa and the Middle East for centuries, was added last month to UNESCO's intangible heritage list.

Metal engraving, a centuries-old tradition, added to UNESCO's list

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