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Israeli strikes in Syria on Monday killed seven people, including pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, in the latest such attack in the country against groups loyal to Tehran. In other news, the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party's (MDP) parliamentary group has agreed to submit an impeachment motion against President Mohamed Muizzu in light of the recent diplomatic tussle with ally nations such as India.&nbsp;

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Israeli strikes in Syria on Monday killed seven people, including pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, in the latest such attack in the country against groups loyal to Tehran.&nbsp;"Israeli strikes targeted a base belonging to Hezbollah and Iran's Revolutionary Guards, killing seven people" including pro-Iran fighters, said Rami Abdel Rahman, director of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

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The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party's (MDP) parliamentary group has agreed to submit an impeachment motion against&nbsp;President Mohamed Muizzu in light of the recent diplomatic tussle with ally nations such as India.&nbsp;

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French farmers on Monday (Jan 29) started blocking several motorways around Paris, demanding better working conditions, higher pay and less red tape.&nbsp;The massive protests forced the authorities to deploy thousands of police to guard a fresh food market and airports in the French capital.&nbsp;The farmers say that these problematic policies undermine their ability to compete with other countries.&nbsp;

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Indian Navy said on Monday (Jan 29) that it freed an Iranian fishing vessel which was hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia. This happened after the latest attack against shipping in the Indian Ocean.&nbsp;

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Over a dozen countries, including the United States and more recently&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-suspends-financial-support-to-unrwa-amid-allegations-of-staff-involvement-in-gaza-attack-684707">Japan&nbsp;</a>and Austria, have suspended funds for the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees after Israel accused some of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas. However, a UN expert said that these countries may be violating the World Court order to provide effective aid in Gaza.&nbsp;

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The United States issued a record 1.4 million visas for Indians in the year 2023, which is the highest so far, slashing the visitor visa appointment wait time&nbsp;by 75 per cent.&nbsp;The US Embassy and Consulates in India released a statement saying that now Indians represent one out of every 10 US visa applicants around the globe. "In 2023, the US Embassy and Consulates in India processed a record-smashing 1.4 million US visas. Demand across all visa classes was unprecedented, with a 60 per cent increase in applications compared to 2022. Indians now represent one out of every ten US visa applicants around the world," the statement read.

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A teenage girl preparing for the competitive Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) died by suicide on Monday (Jan 29) in India's Kota city.&nbsp;She left behind a note to her parents saying she was sorry, calling herself a “loser”. “Mummy, papa I can't do JEE. So I suicide,” the note scribbled in English said, according to police.&nbsp;“I am a loser. I am worst daughter. Sorry mummy papa. Yahi last option he (this is the last option),” the note found in Niharika Singh's room added.&nbsp;

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In a huge blow to Russian skater Kamila Valieva, she has received a four-year doping suspension. The development was&nbsp;confirmed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport&nbsp;on Monday (Jan 29)&nbsp;after the skater failed&nbsp;a doping test ahead of&nbsp;the 2022 Winter Olympics. With this, the move has effectively stripped the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) of its gold medal in the team event from the&nbsp;Beijing Olympics two years back.

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Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, has left hospital following her abdominal surgery. On Monday, the Kensington Palace office said that Kate is making "good progress" at home.&nbsp;The 42-year-old princess was being treated at a private London hospital after her surgery which took place on January 17. After almost two weeks, Kate is back to her home at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor.&nbsp;

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North Korea has reportedly demolished a major monument which symbolised the goal of reconciliation with South Korea following the orders of their leader Kim Jong Un who called the massive structure that his father constructed in the capital city Pyongyang, an “eyesore,” earlier this month.&nbsp;

Israeli strikes in Syria on Monday killed seven people, including pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, in the latest such attack in the country against groups loyal to Tehran.

Israeli strikes in Syria on Monday killed seven people, including pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, in the latest such attack in the country against groups loyal to Tehran. In other news, the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party's (MDP) parliamentary group has agreed to submit an impeachment motion against President Mohamed Muizzu in light of the recent diplomatic tussle with ally nations such as India. Click on the headlines to read more. Middle East: Israeli strikes in Syria kill 7, including pro-Iran fighters Israeli strikes in Syria on Monday killed seven people, including pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, in the latest such attack in the country against groups loyal to Tehran. "Israeli strikes targeted a base belonging to Hezbollah and Iran's Revolutionary Guards, killing seven people" including pro-Iran fighters, said Rami Abdel Rahman, director of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Maldives: Opposition to submit impeachment motion against Prez Muizzu The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party's (MDP) parliamentary group has agreed to submit an impeachment motion against President Mohamed Muizzu in light of the recent diplomatic tussle with ally nations such as India. French farmers block highways amid protests against government, thousands of police deployed French farmers on Monday (Jan 29) started blocking several motorways around Paris, demanding better working conditions, higher pay and less red tape. The massive protests forced the authorities to deploy thousands of police to guard a fresh food market and airports in the French capital. The farmers say that these problematic policies undermine their ability to compete with other countries. Indian Navy frees Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia Indian Navy said on Monday (Jan 29) that it freed an Iranian fishing vessel which was hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia. This happened after the latest attack against shipping in the Indian Ocean. Explained: Pausing funding for UNRWA may be violating genocide convention Over a dozen countries, including the United States and more recently Japan and Austria, have suspended funds for the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees after Israel accused some of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas. However, a UN expert said that these countries may be violating the World Court order to provide effective aid in Gaza. US sets visa record in India, processes 1.4 million applications in 2023 The United States issued a record 1.4 million visas for Indians in the year 2023, which is the highest so far, slashing the visitor visa appointment wait time by 75 per cent. The US Embassy and Consulates in India released a statement saying that now Indians represent one out of every 10 US visa applicants around the globe. "In 2023, the US Embassy and Consulates in India processed a record-smashing 1.4 million US visas. Demand across all visa classes was unprecedented, with a 60 per cent increase in applications compared to 2022. Indians now represent one out of every ten US visa applicants around the world," the statement read. Indian student pens heartbreaking note for parents before dying by suicide A teenage girl preparing for the competitive Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) died by suicide on Monday (Jan 29) in India's Kota city. She left behind a note to her parents saying she was sorry, calling herself a “loser”. “Mummy, papa I can't do JEE. So I suicide,” the note scribbled in English said, according to police. “I am a loser. I am worst daughter. Sorry mummy papa. Yahi last option he (this is the last option),” the note found in Niharika Singh's room added. Skating: Russia’s Kamila Valieva handed four-year ban for doping In a huge blow to Russian skater Kamila Valieva, she has received a four-year doping suspension. The development was confirmed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport on Monday (Jan 29) after the skater failed a doping test ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics. With this, the move has effectively stripped the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) of its gold medal in the team event from the Beijing Olympics two years back. Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, leaves hospital after abdominal surgery Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, has left hospital following her abdominal surgery. On Monday, the Kensington Palace office said that Kate is making "good progress" at home. The 42-year-old princess was being treated at a private London hospital after her surgery which took place on January 17. After almost two weeks, Kate is back to her home at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor. Explained | Kim Jong Un reportedly tears down father’s reunification monument. Why is it a big deal? North Korea has reportedly demolished a major monument which symbolised the goal of reconciliation with South Korea following the orders of their leader Kim Jong Un who called the massive structure that his father constructed in the capital city Pyongyang, an “eyesore,” earlier this month.

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A drone strike on the Al-Tanf military base killed three US troops and injured 34 others, Washington said on Sunday (Jan 28). This was the first deadly strike against US forces since the war between Israel and Hamas erupted on Oct 7 last year. US President Joe Biden blamed Iran-backed militants for the strike and vowed that Washington would respond. Watch to know more!

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After weeks of protests against Germany's far right AfD, the party lost a district election on Saturday. Can the demonstrations over the far-right's stance on immigration be a sign of things to come for September's state election? Watch to know more!

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A nearly two-month-long dry period came to an end on Sunday when the upper portions of India's Kashmir valley finally saw some light snowfall. The snowfall came much to the delight of both locals and visitors. According to the most recent reports, there was light to moderate snowfall in places like Gul-marg and Sonamarg. Watch to know more!

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Wait time visitor visa appointment for the United States down by 75%. The wait time reduced from 1000 days to 250 days. US visa records increase staffing, innovations and efficiency. The student visas recorded for the highest for 3rd time in a row. Watch to know more!

US issues record 1.4 million visas to Indians in 2023

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, said on Friday (Jan 26) that it has terminated several employees accused by Israel of participating in the October 7 assault by Hamas militant group.

This decision was aimed at safeguarding the agency's humanitarian efforts. The grave charges leveled against the individuals also led to the suspension of critical funding from the United States for the aide agency.&nbsp;

The information regarding the alleged involvement of the staff members was&nbsp;provided by Israeli authorities, the agency's chief said.&nbsp;

"Any UNRWA employee involved in acts of terror will be held accountable, including through criminal prosecution," said&nbsp;UNRWA Chief Philippe Lazzarini.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed horror at the accusations and urged to implicate the staff allegedly involved in the unprecedented attacks on the Jewish country, since the its establishment in 1948.&nbsp;

According to Guterres spokesman Stephane Dujarric, the UN chief said that an "urgent and comprehensive independent review of UNRWA will be conducted."&nbsp;

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The US State Department expressed deep concerns over these developments. It said, US is "extremely troubled by the allegations that twelve UNRWA employees may have been involved in the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack on Israel."

In view of the charges against the staff members, the State Department temporarily paused additional funding and said that it would review the charges as well as the steps taken by UN to address the situation.

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Blinken also held talks with Guterres on January 25 to speak about the necessity of a "thorough and swift investigation" into the matter. &nbsp;

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The October 7 Hamas attack resulted in approximately 1,140 casualties in Israel, mostly civilians, with about 250 hostages held captive, out of which over 100 are still under the control of the militant group.&nbsp;

"We welcome the decision to conduct such an investigation and Secretary General Guterres’ pledge to take decisive action to respond, should the allegations prove accurate. We also welcome the UN’s announcement of a “comprehensive and independent” review of UNRWA. &nbsp;There must be complete accountability for anyone who participated in the heinous attacks of October 7," the state department said.&nbsp;

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The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, said on Friday (Jan 26) that it has terminated several employees accused by Israel of participating in the October 7 assault by Hamas militant group.

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, said on Friday (Jan 26) that it has terminated several employees accused by Israel of participating in the October 7 assault by Hamas militant group. This decision was aimed at safeguarding the agency's humanitarian efforts. The grave charges leveled against the individuals also led to the suspension of critical funding from the United States for the aide agency. The information regarding the alleged involvement of the staff members was provided by Israeli authorities, the agency's chief said. "Any UNRWA employee involved in acts of terror will be held accountable, including through criminal prosecution," said UNRWA Chief Philippe Lazzarini. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed horror at the accusations and urged to implicate the staff allegedly involved in the unprecedented attacks on the Jewish country, since the its establishment in 1948. According to Guterres spokesman Stephane Dujarric, the UN chief said that an "urgent and comprehensive independent review of UNRWA will be conducted." Also Read | Russian geneticist dismissed over controversial claims on sin-induced shortened lives The US State Department expressed deep concerns over these developments. It said, US is "extremely troubled by the allegations that twelve UNRWA employees may have been involved in the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack on Israel." In view of the charges against the staff members, the State Department temporarily paused additional funding and said that it would review the charges as well as the steps taken by UN to address the situation. WATCH | South African President Cyril Ramaphosa breaks into celebration as ICJ rules against Israel Blinken also held talks with Guterres on January 25 to speak about the necessity of a "thorough and swift investigation" into the matter. Watch | Russian embassy staff, dancers, children dress up in colourful Indian attire × The October 7 Hamas attack resulted in approximately 1,140 casualties in Israel, mostly civilians, with about 250 hostages held captive, out of which over 100 are still under the control of the militant group. "We welcome the decision to conduct such an investigation and Secretary General Guterres’ pledge to take decisive action to respond, should the allegations prove accurate. We also welcome the UN’s announcement of a “comprehensive and independent” review of UNRWA. There must be complete accountability for anyone who participated in the heinous attacks of October 7," the state department said. (With inputs from agencies)

UN agency fires staff members allegedly linked to Oct 7 attack on Israel by Hamas

US negotiators have drafted a tentative agreement bringing together Israeli and Hamas demands that would see the rest of the hostages released and a pause in fighting in Gaza for up to two months as per reports.

Israel-Hamas war: American negotiators draft new Gaza ceasefire agreement

In the backdrop of the huge setback for the I.N.D.I.A. Alliance with Nitish Kumar jumping ship, India's opposition and Indian National Congress leader Rahul Gandhi resumed his Unity and Justice march after a two-day break and there are visible signals that it is fraught with troubles. Watch to know more!

India: Opposition leaders resumes Unity & Justice March with West Bengal

Scholars have examined early covid-19 and contested an established theory of the pandemic's origin. Two statis-ticians from Germany and Hong-Kong declared that the conclusion about the origins of the virus from Wuhan is invalid. Watch to know more!

Wuhan market: Researchers debunk early covid epicentre claim

Why Nitish Kumar's exit is a big blow for I.N.D.I.A. bloc & a huge gain for the BJP government. Janata Dal (United) President Nitish Kumar quit the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) in Bihar on Sunday (Jan 28) and submitted his resignation as chief minister to Governor Rajendra Arlekar at the Raj Bhavan.

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