In response to the barrage of accusations of sexual misconduct Russell Brand has been subjected to this week, he took to social media on Friday and shared a three-minute, 19-second video across his accounts.

UK: Actor Russell Brand releases new video amid sexual assault allegations

When consumers are pressed for cash, credit cards make life easier. For other credit card users, though, the desire for additional reward points led to problems. There is a new fraud in town, so beware. It's the most recent reward point credit card.

Cyber Scams: How to stay protected | Details

Renowned British economist, Jim O’Neill is known for coining the acronym 'BRIC'. He praised New Delhi for hosting the G20 summit, calling it a huge diplomatic victory for India. O’Neill who serves as the senior adviser at UK's think tank spoke to WION's Principal Diplomatic Correspondent, Siddhant Sibbal. Watch ahead to know more.

'India emerged as credible global voice of the South' says economist Jim O'Neill

According to sources from 2016, when Prince Harry revealed his relationship with Meghan Markle to Prince William and Kate Middleton, Harry was offended by something William said, as written in his book 'Spare'.

Prince Harry reveals shocking family details in his book 'Spare'

On September 26, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to speak before the UN General Assembly in New York. The minister will probably talk about Justin Trudeau, the prime minister of Canada, making "credible allegations" that India was involved in the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Nijjar. These claims have strained diplomatic ties between the two nations.

78th UNGA Meet: EAM S Jaishankar to address UNGA meet amid mounting India-Canada diplomatic tensions

The Army Chiefs of India and the US have underscored the importance of partnerships between the two forces to ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, both the general stressed that ties between the two armies are growing strong.

Indo-Pacific Army Chiefs' meet: Delegates from 30 nations participate in meet

According to two government sources who spoke to Reuters, India is thinking of investing 600 billion rupees ($7.2 billion) over the next five years to offer subsidized loans for modest urban dwellings. Ahead of significant state elections later this year and the national elections scheduled for mid-2024, banks are expected to implement the program in the coming months. The South Asian nation reduced household cooking gas prices by almost 18% last month in an effort to control inflation before elections.

India moves to make 'housing for all' a reality

The Writers Guild of America announced Sunday night that after days of intense negotiations, the major film and television studios and striking writers had reached a tentative agreement. This move cleared the way to end the historic work stoppage that has halted production and rendered much of Hollywood immobile.

Writers' strike could soon end as both sides reach agreement

Thailand is making headlines today as it seeks substantial investments from some of the world's tech giants. In a bid to revitalise its economy, prime minister Srettha Thavisin has announced that Tesla, Google, and Microsoft are considering pouring a collective $5 billion into the country.

Thailand courts Tesla, Google, and Microsoft for $5 billion investment

Tech giant apple is making significant strides in India as it sets its sights on scaling up production in the country. According to government sources, the company is planning to increase its production value to a staggering 40 billion dollars over the next 4-5 years.

Apple to scale up India production to $40 billion

The general decline in startup valuations hit the British Business Bank (BBB) hard in the fiscal year ending in march, sending the country's state development bank into the red by $165 million.

UK state bank reports $165 MN loss due to startup valuation decline

This week marked the opening of Africa's greatest pop culture event, which focused on local superheroes including a warrior modeled after the legendary Zulu ruler Shaka and a black knight battling South Africa's frequent power outages.

Comic-Con South Africa: Top culture festival showcases homegrown superheroes

With the help of BloomX's technology, two crops—avocadas and blueberries—can be pollinated even in areas with extremely low bee populations. The "Robee," the company's flagship product, initially resembles a big push-along lawnmower. It has two protruding mechanical arms on either side.

Farmers turn to tech to combat declining bee population

In the midst of growing diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, the federal anti-terror agency National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India has announced that they will seize the properties of nineteen additional terrorists from Khalistani who are on the run.

India-Canada Diplomatic Row | NIA to seize properties of 19 more Khalistani extremists: Report

Studies carried out in India have shown that a woman is far more likely to pursue formal employment herself if her mother-in-law is employed. According to the study, when the mother-in-law works, daughter-in-laws are 70% more likely to work in urban households and 50% more likely to work in rural areas.

How Covid-19 boosted women workforce | Details

Canada reportedly took India's name after receiving pertinent information from American spy services in the Khalistani terrorist Nijjar's death row. Watch to know more.

India-Canada Diplomatic Row: Decoding the 'intel' on Nijjar's killing

One US border crossing has been closed due to thousands of migrants who have been riding atop railroad cars in Mexico this week or waiting in mile-long lineups beside the tracks to hitch a ride to the United States. Additionally, Mexico's main railroad has been forced to suspend dozens of freight trains.

US: Mexico suspends main cargo train system due to migrant crisis

Following Moscow's refusal to intervene in Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan labeled his nation's security accords with that country "ineffective" on Sunday, suggesting a possible break from Moscow.

Armenian PM signals foreign policy shift away from Russia

Here, we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: NIA launched a massive crackdown against the designated Khalistani terrorists amid the India-Canada row. Watch the video to know more.

India-Canada Standoff: India's probing agency to confiscate properties of terrorists

In order to strengthen its government preparations, Labour is hiring an increasing number of civil servants, including personnel from No. 10, the Treasury, and other government agencies.

More than dozen civil servants move to Labour party: Reports | UK

Large tracts of government-owned property in Pakistan are being taken over by the army for the purpose of growing food, but this is raising questions about the military's widespread influence in a nation that is on the verge of economic collapse.

Pakistan army to takeover one million acres of farmland to boost food production

A particle accelerator that is about the size of two basketball courts, measuring between 100 and 150 meters (328–492 ft) in circumference, is currently being planned. The electron beam from the accelerator will be converted into an excellent source of light for scientific research and on-site chip production.

China set to build giant chip factory using particle accelerator

India witnessed inconsistent rainfall patterns this year. Delay in the arrival of the monsoon led to a large rain deficit, causing the agriculture sector to face severe consequences ranging from crop-loss to irregular growth.

Inconsistent rain patterns led to crop loss, irregular growth

Iceland is facing a tourism boom. The increased tourism in the Nordic island nation is heavily impacting its pristine wilderness. Now, in a move to protect its environment and natural beauty, the nation's authorities have decided to shift to taxing tourism.

Tourism boom in Iceland heavily impacting its wilderness

Storm Ophelia has wreaked havoc across several states in the US. It brought more rain and wind while moving across the nation's Atlantic coast. Now downgraded to a post-tropical storm, Ophelia threatened parts of the northeastern US with coastal flooding and gusty winds.

Storm Ophelia wreaks havoc across several US States

Floods brought by torrential rains left a scene of destruction in Indian city of Nagpur on Sunday. As roads turned into rivers, heavy rains forced residents living in low-lying areas to evacuate to safety.

India: Heavy rains turn roads into rivers in Nagpur

India-Canada Diplomatic Row: India to ban terrorists from entering country

The hearing for former prime minister Imran Khan's motion for post-arrest bail in the cipher case has been scheduled by the Islamabad High Court.

Pakistan: Court issues notice to FIA seeking arguments in cipher case

This week, India, Canada relations hit an all-time low with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleging that Ottawa was 'actively pursuing credible allegations' linking Indian agents to the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India says Trudeau's claims are politically motivated. Canada and India have expelled each other's diplomats, issued travel advisories, and also suspended visa services. What does this mean for Indians living in Canada? Listen in to Vikram Chandra.

Explained: Who was Hardeep Singh Nijjar and what is his death story?

The African National Congress, which now rules South Africa, has been given a warning by the country's central bank: "You can't spend your way out of trouble." The national treasury is pushing for austerity measures. But they've been met with resistance from those who are afraid of public unrest leading up to next year's election, in which the ANC might lose its overwhelming support.

South Africa's central bank issues a warning

A major cryptocurrency scandal has hit Hong Kong. The local police is investigating a crypto platform for allegedly siphoning off nearly 179 million dollars. We are talking about the Dubai-based crypto trading platform JPex, which has come under the Hong Kong police's scanner, after several investors complained of major losses. More than 10 people, including some popular influencers, have been arrested so far, after complaints from over 2,000 people.

JPex scandal rocks Hong Kong

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