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

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: 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

Michael Rubin, former Pentagon official & senior fellow at the American enterprise institute says that the Canadian prime minister has made a huge mistake by accusing India of killing Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar and relations between India and Canada can only improve after the exit of Justin Truduea from office.

India-Canada Diplomatic Row: Decoding the sum and substance of Justin Trudeau's allegations

East Asian tensions are rising, and China's provocative flexing of its military might near Taiwan has kind of reached a breaking point. Taiwan now claims that Beijing is stepping up its military actions and that things could get out of control.

China ramps up military drills around Taiwan

The coronavirus epidemic was deemed a pandemic about three years ago. Worse, a Royal Society of Medicine study has shown that over 60% of long-term COVID patients still have organ damage.

No vaccine for new Covid variant 'Pirola'

Situated by a river, Bajo Chiquito is the initial settlement in Panama where migrant workers—roughly 3,000 individuals daily, primarily Venezuelans, many of whom are families—arrive following their difficult trek north. Most are traveling to the United States in search of a better life. The influx of migrants, however, has become a topic of trouble for the US government.

US: Migrants cross Darien gap to enter Panama's Bajo Chiquito

In the 38th week of protests against the government's judicial makeover, demonstrators have started to assemble for rallies around Israel. The slogan of today's demonstrations, which are being organized in advance of Yom Kippur, is "No forgiveness for dictatorship," according to the organizers.

Israel Judicial Overhaul Protests: Tens of thousands march across Israel against Judicial overhaul

The US Ambassador to Canada, David Cohen, stated that "shared intelligence among Five Eyes partners" helped "lead" Canada in asserting a possible connection between "agents" of the Indian government and the assassination of pro-Khalistan separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, amid the growing diplomatic standoff between India and Canada.

India-Canada Diplomatic Row | 'Shared intel' informed Trudeau of possible India hand: US Envoy

During a raid on a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank on Sunday, Israeli soldiers murdered two Palestinians, including a militant from the Islamist Hamas group, according to Hamas and emergency services.

Palestine: Israeli raid on Nur Shams camp kills two near Tulkarm

"Batwoman" Shi Zhengli, one of China's most well-known virologists, has issued a warning, stating that there is "highly likely" to be another coronavirus in the future.

China: World must be prepared for a disease like Covid-19, warns study

US President Joe Biden chastised "extreme Republicans" on Saturday, stating that party members must act quickly to avert a government shutdown before a deadline of September 30.

Biden: Republicans should live up to budget deal

In order to stop them from entering India, the government gave the investigative agencies instructions on Sunday to locate all terrorists who identify as Khalistani in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia and to cancel their OCI cards.

India-Canada Diplomatic Row | Cancel OCI cards, seize properties of terrorists: Govt to agencies

As the consequences from an investigation into falsely certified parts reached London's High Court, jet engine maker CFM International announced on Wednesday that thousands of engine components may have been supplied with forged papers by a British distributor.

UK: Jet maker CFM claims AOG falsified documents massively

Summertime electronic music events in Paris come to a head with the Techno Parade, a massive celebration. The French capital's streets are treated to a welcome dose of techno music by its procession of floats.

Paris's Summer of Music events culminates in a giant party

According to Chen Song, the People's Republic of China's ambassador to Nepal, Xi Jinping, the Chinese president, met with Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as "Prachanda," the prime minister of Nepal, on September 23 in Hangzhou.

Xi Jinping: Nepal PM committed in promoting ties with China

Authorities in Italy are enacting new laws that specifically target LGBT families and make it more difficult for them to become parents. A proposed bill that would outlaw surrogacy overseas is perceived by many same-sex parents as a personal jab at them.

Italy to make surrogacy a 'universal crime', impose fine of over $1 million

During a visit to Marseille in southern France, Pope Francis urged European countries to be more tolerant of migrants. In his remarks, the pope declared that "those who risk their lives at sea do not invade" before a gathering of young people and bishops from Mediterranean nations. One person in attendance during the speech was French President Emmanuel Macron.

Pope Francis: Migration is a reality in call for action

In Nagpur, Maharashtra, multiple low-lying areas have been inundated by persistent rain and cloudburst, leading Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to order the district administration and police to furnish the requisite aid to the impacted individuals. A minimum of 140 individuals have been relocated to safer areas from areas that were flooded.

Maharashtra: Heavy rain floods several areas in Nagpur | India

After founder Rupert Murdoch announced his resignation as chairman of Fox Corp. On Thursday, the company has nominated two new board members, one of whom is former Australian prime minister Tony Abbott. According to a Bloomberg report, Abbott and Margaret "Peggy" Johnson, a seasoned technology executive, will be running for election at the company's annual meeting in November.

Fox Corp enters the post-Murdoch era

Russia has restricted exports of the diesel, which us used for transportation, heating, and industrial activities, as the northern hemisphere winter approaches and global diesel markets become tight. As Moscow's invasion of Ukraine approaches the 20th month, many observers believe the stop to be temporary. However, some view it as another example of Moscow weaponising energy exports.

Russia restricts diesel exports

Canada accuses India of involvement in Nijjar's death

Why is Canada's Trudeau Provoking India?

After forcing Armenian separatist forces to accept a ceasefire that will see the province fully return to Baku, Azerbaijan announced on Wednesday that it had stopped armed operations in the breakaway enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh.

Armenia, Azerbaijan agree to a ceasefire brokered by Russia

According to military officials, Ukraine launched a missile attack against Russia's Black Sea Fleet headquarters, resulting in the main structure going up in flames and one serviceman going missing. Following the incident in the port city of Sevastopol, the Russian Ministry of Defense first announced one service member was killed on Friday but then stated in a statement that he was missing.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine launches another missile attack on Sevastopol

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