There is a new virus in India that is sending health officials into a frenzy in the southern states of the country. Authorities in India are scrambling to contain a rare outbreak of Nipah, a virus spread from animals to humans that causes deadly fever and has a high mortality rate. So which are the affected regions, will the virus spread, what's the transmission rate and what does the population need to do to stay safe or virus free. WION's Eric Njoka talks to dr. Vivek Nangia , chief of pulmonology at Max hospital, Saket for more perspective.

Nipah Virus: Indian govt scrambles to contain spread | Live Discussion

In a culinary twist, the recently concluded G20 summit showcased the power of millets in the world of gastronomy. From the vibrant Bharat Mandapam to the elegant delegate hotels, millet-based creations stole the show, turning heads and taste buds alike.

G20 showcased Millets' Culinary Excellence

On Saturday, Iranian security personnel were stationed in Mahsa Amini's hometown in expectation of disruption as people around the nation were ready to commemorate the first anniversary of her passing while in the care of morality police.

Mahsa Amini Death Row: Iran's brutal crackdown continues

The first test vehicle mission of India's ambitious maiden human spaceflight venture Gaganyaan to validate the crew escape system will be launched in a month or two, a key ISRO official said on Friday.

Gaganyaan: $1.1 Billion allocated for India's Gaganyaan mission

According to Chris Wood of Jefferies and his renowned "Greed & Fear" report, valuations in India's midcap segment appear rich, although they still remain below historical averages. On the other hand, larger companies in the country seem fairly valued. One key risk highlighted in the report is the potential impact of rising crude oil prices, which could stoke inflation. However, the report remains bullish on India in the long term and suggests that any market pullback from these levels should be seen as a golden buying opportunity for long-term investors.

"Greed & Fear" report puts the spotlight on India

A looming government shutdown threatens to postpone the release of a variety of US economic data, depriving markets, companies, and policymakers of crucial information on which to base decisions at home and abroad.

Will shutdown impact US economic reports?

More than 60% of Indian employees notice their coworkers are stressed out and more than half of them log off of work feeling weary. That's what the latest Asian mental health index states. In addition, the index, created after polling 13,000 workers in 12 Asian countries, notes that over 43% of India's working population is either nervous, depressed, or isolated.

43% Indian workforce faces burnout

Blinded by a Russian mortar shell, Ukrainian veteran Ivan Soroka couldn't see his bride when she walked into his family home in a shoulderless white dress, a bouquet of white flowers in her right hand.

Blinded by a Russian shell, a Ukrainian soldier couldn’t see his wedding

Ovidio Guzman, a son of imprisoned Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, was extradited to the United States on Friday to face fentanyl trafficking charges, in a boost for the Biden administration's push to curb the spread of the deadly opioid.

Mexican drug lord Guzman extradited to United States

'Taliban are not friendly with musicians, they burn musical instruments, that's ultimate cruelty for a musician.' In an exclusive chat with WION's Samarpita Das, Afghan refugee and singer Abi K Safa talks about his struggle as a musician under the Taliban and tells how he ended up working with the three-time Grammy winner Ricky Kej.

From Afghanistan to India, meet ace singer of Ricky Kej's band- Abi K Safa

China's struggling property sector received a major setback on Thursday, as credit rating agency Moody's downgraded its outlook for the sector from stable to negative. Moody's said that weaker growth is impacting homebuyers' spending. It noted that credit stress at country garden, one of China's biggest property developers, has led to homebuyers avoiding risks.

Moody's downgrades China's realty sector

A Bloomberg report citing a memo showed Elon Musk's X corp. Has agreed to try and resolve claims by hundreds of former twitter employees who feel they were robbed of severance compensation.

Elon Musk's ‘X’ seeks resolution for former layoff lawsuits

Apple, renowned for its cutting-edge gadgets and groundbreaking innovations, is once again making headlines in the tech world. This time, it's all about the iphone and the exciting shift in its charging ports. But the burning question on everyone's mind is: what does this change mean for consumers, and how will it impact apple's investors? Take a look to find out.

Apple's charging port shift decoded

After Bernard Looney's sudden departure from BP, the company has been searching both internally and externally for a new chief executive officer. BP's press office stated on Wednesday that chairman Helge Lund, who also serves as chairman of the company's nominating committee, informed employees via webcast that the search for a new CEO had begun.

BP's CEO Hunt: A fresh start with external candidates

Pakistan held its discount rate steady for a second consecutive meeting, surprising market watchers who forecast more price increases. State Bank of Pakistan governor Jameel Ahmad said that the target rate is consistent with international monetary fund criteria for a tighter policy in advance of a loan programme review scheduled for November. Since January, Pakistan's monetary officials have pledged to hike rates by a total of 600 basis points in exchange for the country receiving 3 billion dollars in rescue funds. In a statement released on Thursday, the central bank confirmed that the target rate will remain unchanged at 22%.

Pakistan maintains key interest rate

Shares of Softbank's arm holdings made a resounding debut on the Nasdaq, opening 25% above their initial offering price. This surge propelled the chip designer to a staggering valuation of nearly $60 billion.

Softbank's 'arm' holdings Nasdaq debut

In some news from the world of aviation, India's aviation regulator has raised three incidents of engine failure in low-cost carrier Indigo's flights, with the engine maker Pratt & Whitney. India's directorate general of civil aviation has asked that Pratt & Whitney to identify the cause of engine damage and share data on engine failures globally.

Indian authorities raise 3 cases of engine failure in Indigo

The European commission launched an investigation, looking into whether to impose punitive tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports, which it believes are benefiting from substantial state subsidies. This move follows concerns that the flood of cheaper electric cars from China is threatening EU producers and distorting the market.

China's EV industry faces EU scrutiny

Three hundred and fifty migrants were found crammed and dehydrated in the back of a trailer in southeastern Mexico on Thursday (September 14), according to the country's National Migration Institute (INM). The discovery was made at a toll booth in southern Cosamaloapan, Veracruz, where INM personnel and security officers heard cries and knocking at the back of the unit when they found the migrants.

Mexican authorities find 350 migrants traveling inside trailer

Romania, a NATO member, has started building air-raid shelters near the Ukraine border. This decision was taken after fragments of a drone were discovered in its territory last week. Watch this video for all details.

Why is NATO member Romania building air-raid shelters?

Libya's port city Derna is becoming a wasteland after a deadly storm caused floods. But who is responsible? Is it a natural or man-made disaster? Watch this video to find out.

Libya floods: Natural or man-made disaster?

Multiple places in the world have previously reported Nipah virus cases. However, Kerala's Kozhikode has often been the most vulnerable. Watch this video to find out why.

Nipah outbreak: Why is Kerala's Kozhikode district vulnerable to infections?

In the ongoing clash between security forces and militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag area, another soldier who had been missing since Thursday died.

India: Joint anti-terror operation in South Kashmir

As South Korea has expressed worry that Kim Jong Un's visit is intended to advance military cooperation in the context of a potential arms-for-technology agreement, Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, arrived Friday in Komsomolsk-on-Amur in far-eastern Russia. He is slated to tour a company that manufactures fighter jets.

Kim Jong-Un visits military and civil equipment producing aviation firm

A government minister recently cautioned about the "threat" Beijing posed to the UK and advised former lawmakers, government employees, and members of the armed forces to avoid doing business with Chinese firms. In a previous assessment, the government said that Chinese recruitment strategies attempted to "headhunt" British citizens in "key positions with sensitive knowledge and experience" as part of Beijing's espionage effort.

UK: China is trying to recruit civil servants and military personnel

Belgium said on Thursday (September 14) it would review potential health risks linked to Apple's iPhone 12, raising the prospect that more European countries might ban the model after France ordered a halt to sales due to breaches of radiation exposure limits.

What is EU's safe radiation exposure limit as more countries mull a ban on Apple iPhone 12 sales?

A study reveals that Apollo 17's left-over lunar module is causing tiny moonquakes on the lunar surface. The study was led by researchers from the California University of Technology.

Is Apollo 17's left-over tech causing moonquakes on the lunar surface?

After being blocked for nine days due to an exchange of fire between the security forces of Pakistan and Afghanistan, a crucial border crossing has now been restored to both foot and vehicle traffic. Muhammad Anas, a representative of the Torkham border crossing in the Khyber district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Torkham border crossing reopens after 'deadly' clashes

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms - Military collaboration between North Korea and Russia has been denounced as a grave violation of UN sanctions by senior diplomats and defense officials from South Korea and the United States. They have pledged to make sure that this transgression has repercussions.

South Korea, US condemn Pyongyang-Moscow arms cooperation

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan's appeal to challenge the National Accountability Ordinance (NAO), 1999 changes was accepted by the Supreme Court (SC), which also revoked them on Friday. The reserved judgement was released by a three-judge panel led by Chief Justice Bandial and including Justices Ijazul Ahsan and Syed Mansoor Ali Shah. It included the restoration of graft proceedings against public officials that had been closed as a result of the changes.

Pakistan: Chief Justice admits Imran Khan's plea on nab amendments

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