New Delhi witnessed heavy security on roads and traffic diversions as leaders of member countries started to arrive in the Indian capital on Friday (September 08). Starting September 9, the two-day summit will have the most high-profile guest list India has ever welcomed, from UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to U.S. President Joe Biden and Saudi Arabia's Mohammed Bin Salman.

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US President Joe Biden arrives at this weekend's G20 meeting in India with a bold offer for the global south. As China's economy faces challenges, president Biden is armed with cash for the world bank and promises of sustained US engagement. President Biden's strategy centers around reform proposals for the world bank and increased funding for climate and infrastructure aid in developing nations.

US challenges China's belt and road

Turkey takes center stage on the global economic front as finance minister Mehmet Simsek embarks on a mission to drum up support for his bold rescue plan. His primary objective at the G20 is garnering support for his comprehensive rescue plan aimed at revitalising Turkey’s struggling emerging economy. Foreign investors have been retreating from the Turkish market, holding less than 1% of the country's bonds, down from approximately 20% in 2015.

Turkey’s investment roadshow at G20 summit

India, which accounts for 75% of global commerce and 85% of the world's GDP, has assumed the G20 presidency. Although it is a significant event, there are still difficulties involved.

G20 Summit 2023 | India's G20 Leadership: FDI and talent strategy

Due to the war crimes carried out in Ukraine by Vladimir Putin's government, French President Emmanuel Macron said that the Russian flag had no place at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Since the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Russia has been prohibited from flying their flag at the games.

French President Emmanuel Macron says Russian flag can't be at Paris Olympics

In order to highlight some of the city's vitality for the G20, street artists have painted murals on the walls in various locations throughout Delhi. For the G20, Delhi is unquestionably beautifully decked, which is a visual pleasure.

G20 Summit 2023: The 'Delhi Street Art' group is behind many murals, beautifying the city

Jimmy Fallon has allegedly been accused of creating a hostile workplace by current and former staff members of his talk show The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. They characterized his conduct as erratic and asserted that if he was having a terrible day, everyone else would feel it. He was even accused of being inebriated or hung over on set by certain coworkers.

The Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon accused of creating toxic work environment

As he praised the months-long counteroffensive against the Russian soldiers in the country's southeast, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced fresh aid for Ukraine totaling more than $1 billion during a visit to Kyiv. This aid includes around $665 million in new military and civilian security assistance.

Russia-Ukraine War: US grants $1 BN military, humanitarian aid to Ukraine

China intends to extend a ban on iPhone usage in critical areas to state-backed organizations and state-owned businesses, a sign of rising difficulties for Apple Inc. in its biggest overseas market and base of operations worldwide.

China seeks to broaden iPhone ban

According to official media on Friday, North Korea has launched its first operational "tactical nuclear attack submarine" and added it to the fleet that presides over the seas between the Korean Peninsula and Japan.

North Korea launches new tactical nuclear attack submarine

The expulsion of Cheng Song, the Chinese ambassador to the nation, has been urged by the Janamat Party, a member of the coalition that controls government in Nepal, due to his "undiplomatic remarks". In a meeting on Thursday, Abdul Khan—a former minister in the current Pushpa Kamal Dahal administration and the party's vice president—demanded that the Foreign Ministry get clarification from him and proclaim Ambassador Song persona non grata.

Nepal MP demands expulsion of Chinese ambassador over “undiplomatic remarks"

From the flooded village of Palamas to the 400-meter race of waiters & waitresses in Moscow, here are some impactful images from around the world today.

Deadly storms wreak havoc in Greece; India gears up for G20 Summit 2023

On Thursday, US President Joe Biden departed for India to attend the historic G20 Summit in New Delhi, which will be presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During his trip to India for the G20 Summit, Biden will abide by the COVID-19 recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), according to the White House.

G20 Summit 2023: US President Joe Biden to arrive in New Delhi later today

Honda will embrace Tesla's charging system, joining Ford, GM, and other manufacturers of electric vehicles in doing so, the company said on Thursday. Honda Motor Co. declared that its 2015 launch of electric vehicle models in North America will make use of Tesla's fast-charging connection.

Honda joins Ford, GM and others in adopting Tesla's EV charging technology

British Prime Minister arrived in Delhi on Friday afternoon for the G20 summit. He was received by MoS Ashwini Choubey and UK envoy to New Delhi, Alex Ellis. This is Sunak's first visit to India since he took office last year.

G20 Summit 2023: Rishi Sunak in India to attend two-day Summit

The impact of storm Daniel in Greece has been devastating. Floods, landslides and torrential rains have killed at least six people, leaving several missing. The Greek prime minister is scheduled to visit the flood-hit areas this weekend to analyse the situation at hand.

Deadly storm sweeps across Greece killing six

In a technological breakthrough, a german developer of hydrogen-based aviation has achieved a milestone. H-2-fly completed its first public flight of an electric aircraft fuelled with liquid hydrogen. Now, this is amazing because planes powered by liquid hydrogen also enable emission-free flight.

Revolutionising aviation with hydrogen-electric technology

Brazil reels under devastating floods. At least 39 killed, over 3500 residents rendered homeless.

Brazil cyclone death toll nears 40 as flooding swamps south

The tallest bronze statue of its kind, Shiva Nataraja, was erected at the G20 Summit location in Delhi. It is created in a record-breaking seven months utilizing "ashta-dhatu" (eight metals) and the Chola period's conventional lost-wax casting sculpting technique.

G20 Summit 2023: Nataraja statue graces venue at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi

The ongoing terror assaults in the rest of the northwestern region are still a problem for Pakistan. Recently, a video of a TTP member providing instructions to militants planning the attack in Chitral, close to Afghanistan, on a walkie-talkie has appeared online.

Pakistan: Tehreek-E-Taliban Pakistan steps up attacks

After admitting for the first time that the firm's late founder sexually assaulted aspiring young stars, the head of Japan's largest boyband talent agency resigned. The most influential music entrepreneur in the nation, Johnny Kitagawa, who passed away in 2019 at the age of 87, was accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting children over a period of years but avoided justice because his accusers were afraid he would ruin their careers if they came forward.

Head of Johnny Kitagawa’s J-pop agency resigns over sexual abuse scandal

Spain's all-time leading goalscorer and World Cup winner Jennifer Hermoso files a criminal complaint against the president of the Spanish Football Federation, Luis Rubiales. Hermoso accuses the 46-year-old of sexual assault for kissing her on the lips without her consent after the Women's World Cup final.

World Cup Winner Hermoso Files Criminal Complaint Against Rubiales Over Kiss

California has named a highway stretch after an Indian-origin policeman Ronil Singh. He was shot dead on duty in 2018 by an illegal migrant.

"Ronil Singh Memorial Highway": Why is this California highway named after an Indian-origin man?

Delhi, the heart of India, comes alive with vibrant festivities during the Krishna Janmashtami festival. One of the most awaited and thrilling traditions during this auspicious occasion is the "Dahi Handi" celebration. It symbolizes Lord Krishna's mischievous nature as he used to steal butter from earthen pots hung high above the ground.

Janmashtami: Celebration of Lord Krishna's birth across India

China's ambassador to Nepal foul mouthed India at a public event. Chen Song claimed that Nepal is unfortunate to have India as its neighbour, and Kathmandu should take lessons on economy from China.

China's ambassador stirs controversy in Nepal

In advance of the anniversary of Amini's passing, Iranian authorities have stepped up their persecution of activists and protester family members. A little more than a week before the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's murder by Tehran's "morality police," Safa Aeli, Amini's uncle, was detained on Tuesday.

Iran: Mahsa Amini's uncle arrested ahead of protest anniversary

According to Cuba's foreign ministry, police have discovered a human trafficking ring that has forced Cuban people to fight for Russia in the conflict in Ukraine. They are now attempting to "neutralize and dismantle" the network. In a brief statement released on Monday, the ministry highlighted that the trafficking organization was active both in Russia and the Caribbean island nation.

Cuba uncovers network trafficking Cubans to fight for Russia in Ukraine

The Pragyan rover was proudly rolled out off the lander for exploration shortly after the Vikram Lander's successful soft descent on August 23 near the Moon's south pole, as seen in photographs and videos published by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The fact that the lander and rover both depend on sunlight for operation, however, makes the project interesting. Their operational window thus coincides with the lunar day, which is roughly similar to 14 days on Earth. Watch to find out more.

What are days and nights like on the moon?

The invited guests of the 43rd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit have started arriving in Jakarta. Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao is the second Head of State to arrive in Indonesia for the 43rd ASEAN Summit taking place on 5—7 September 2023 in Jakarta.

ASEAN Summit 2023: US, China face-off at Summit in Jakarta

The special thalis at state's bhawan includes dishes from each state. Each dish is distinct and delicious. They attempted to serve all of India on a single dish and were successful. The rooms are really pleasant and roomy enough to host any party. fantastic shakes and mocktails. There are various cuisines in each state that you should at least once sample.

G20 Summit 2023: Exploring Indian cuisine of every state of India in New Delhi

China ordered government officials to not use Apple iPhones and other foreign-brand devices for work or bring them into the office, reported a daily news. While citing people familiar with the matter. The step is the latest under authoritarian rule of Chinese Communist Party led by Xi Jinping to purportedly limit flows of sensitive information outside of China’s boundaries.

China bans Apple iPhone, foreign-brand smartphones for government officials at work

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