The BIMSTEC Secretary General Indra Mani Pandey has said that the summit of the grouping will take place on 4th April in Bangkok. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal on the sidelines of Indian Ocean Conference, he said "Schedule has been finalized. It will have its own declaration, Bangkok declaration will be adopted, number of MoUs will be signed. We might adopt declaration on maritime transport corridor'.

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional organization that brings together countries from South and Southeast Asia to foster regional cooperation.

India has been actively pushing for BIMSTEC as an alternative platform to SAARC, focusing on its eastern neighborhood. Initiatives like the BIMSTEC Master Plan for Transport Connectivity have been launched to enhance regional integration.

SAARC remains defunct due to Pakistan's support to cross border terrorism in the region.

BIMSTEC summit on 4th April in Bangkok, says sg Pandey | Wion exclusive interview

#GRAVITAS The Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have been advancing deep in the mineral-rich eastern region. And now, the African Union has sent a stark warning that DR Congo could very well breakup if the situation in the Eastern part of the country remains unchanged. Watch this video to find out more.

DR Congo crisis: AU warns of DR Congo's break-up as Rwanda-backed rebels seize 2nd key city

US President Donald Trump gave a frosty response as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer rushed to Washington. Trump claimed he wasn’t sure what Starmer planned to discuss, fueling speculation about the visit’s agenda.

UK PM rushing to Washington, Trump: don't know what will Starmer discuss

#Gravitas U.S. president Donald Trump’s social media post, quoting Napolean Bonaparte has sparked a political storm. Watch in for more details!

Trump's post quoting Napoleon stirs debate

A major divide is emerging in Europe ahead of the Paris emergency meeting. Germany has rejected the UK's plan to send troops to Ukraine, while Italy and Norway remain undecided on their stance. The meeting could determine Europe’s next move in the ongoing conflict.

Germany rejects UK's plan for sending troops in Ukraine

#Gravitas A critical phrase from the U.S. State Department’s official Taiwan fact sheet is now gone.  The phrase explicitly stated, ‘We do not support Taiwan independence.’ Watch in for more details!

Will Taiwan become an independent country with Trump’s help?

Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh has been found guilty of lying to parliament, dealing a major blow to his party. Singh faces a maximum sentence of three years behind bars. This ruling could have significant political implications in Singapore.

Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh found guilty of lying to parliament

Ukraine faces a critical situation as Russia intensifies its military actions, pushing back Ukrainian forces. The conflict has escalated with heavy fighting and strategic moves from both sides. Tensions remain high as the international community watches closely.

What's happening in Ukraine, how Russia is pushing back Ukraine

A power struggle is unfolding over Ukraine, with European leaders working to secure their roles in the country's future. French President Emmanuel Macron has convened a summit in Paris to find a path forward, while U.S. and Russian officials plan to meet without Europe to discuss the situation. But can the Paris meeting make Europe relevant again?

Defenceless Europe trapped in talk as America-Russia begin great game of Ukraine

A squadron of six US Air Force bombers has reportedly been flying over the Mediterranean Sea, consisting of B-52 Stratofortress. According to reports, the American aircraft took off from an American base in England on Monday, possibly heading towards West Asia. This comes a day after the U.S. and Israel displayed a united front on Gaza, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu warning to open the "gates of hell" in Gaza if all hostages are not returned. Watch in for more details!

US strategic bombers fly near Gaza as Israel threatens to open 'gates of hell'

Ukraine's air defense units are repelling Russian drone attacks on Kyiv. Air defense guns have been heard in central Kyiv shortly after air raid sirens sounded. The Ukrainian military says Russia launched 147 drones to attack the country.

Russia-Ukraine war: Explosions over Kyiv as Russia launches drone attack

Seychelles interior Minister Errol Fonseka, speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Muscat has pointed to India's capacity building role for his country. 

He said, 'continued collaboration between India and Seychelles. We are in the center of western Indian Ocean. We play an active role in monitoring it. We collaborate with India on that'

India views Seychelles as a crucial partner in securing maritime routes and countering piracy in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The strategic location of Seychelles near important shipping lanes has led to cooperation in maritime security

Minister Errol Fonseka explained, 'We have collaboration on the coast guard. Numerous exercises with Indian Navy, this collaboration is ongoing'

India has gifted naval vessels and aircraft to enhance Seychelles' maritime surveillance capabilities.

Seychelles interior minister Errol Fonseka highlights India's capacity building role | WION exclusive

Global pop sensation Shakira has been rushed to a hospital in Peru after falling ill with a stomach infection. The health scare has forced the singer to cancel her highly anticipated show in the Andean country. Watch in for more details!

Shakira cancels her concert in Peru's capital, hospitalised with abdominal pain

Europe stands at a crossroad; the old world order is crumbling. Decisions made in the coming days may shape the continent's security for decades. There are two important meetings coming up. European leaders are gathering in Paris in less than two hours from now, while American and Russian leaders will be meeting in Saudi Arabia tomorrow. The geopolitical landscape is shifting at breakneck speed. US President Donald Trump says that his Russian counterpart genuinely wants to stop the fighting in Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Squeezed between Putin & Trump, Europe sees a moment of truth

AI is everywhere. It's in our smartphones, computers, and even used by big corporations and governments. From everyday work life when writing an email or doing homework, AI comes in handy. It is also helping in more complex jobs like diagnosing diseases, accelerating drug development, and even on the battlefield. It is helping to identify and destroy enemy targets. Around 300 million people worldwide use AI today, and that number is set to soar to 739 million by the year 2030. Like the advent of machines and computers, AI promised to revolutionize our lives, making work faster, simpler, and more efficient. But at what cost?

Microsoft sounds AI dependency alarm

Tensions between Israel and Hamas are increasing just two days after the sixth hostage-prisoner exchange. Israel launched a fresh offensive against the Iran-backed group, this even as Israel's security cabinet is expected to convene today to discuss the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Israel-Hamas War: Israel's security cabinet meeting to discuss phase 2 of truce

Germany is heading to early elections in less than a week. There’s much at stake for political parties and citizens alike. Just days ahead of the polls, leaders of top parties in Germany participated in a televised debate on Sunday. Watch in for more details!

Germany snap elections: Thousands protest against far-right AfD party in Berlin

M23 rebels have captured Bukavu, the second largest city in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This comes as the African Union warned that strife in the country could lead to a potential breakup. Watch this report for more details!

DR Congo conflict: Bukavu falls to M23 rebels

Argentinian President Javier Milei is under fire after endorsing a cryptocurrency that saw a dramatic rise and fall within hours. Watch in for more details!

Argentine President Milei's crypto endorsement sparks chaos

The Oman Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi has termed ties with India 'constructuve, close' even as he has emphasized on thousands of year old relationship. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal in Muscat on the sidelines of Indian Ocean Conference, he pointed to Oman's role in Indian Ocean region and how his country has been a seafaring nation for centuries.

EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar met with his Omani counterpart in Muscat during the 8th Indian Ocean Conference. They discussed cooperation in trade, investment, and energy security. 

Both the ministers also jointly released a book titled 'Mandvi to Muscat: Indian Community and the Shared History of India and Oman', celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Oman.

'Ties with India close, constructive': Oman foreign minister speaks to WION | Exclusive interview

Munich conference shows deepening divisions between US & Europe

European leaders meet in Paris as Trump pushes Ukraine for peace talks

After 18 people, including nine women and five children, died in a stampede at the New Delhi railway station, an Indian Express report cited data of the unreserved ticketing system (UTS) used to book general class tickets. It said data showed that 2,600 more tickets than usual were booked on Saturday between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m., following which a stampede broke out after 9:00 p.m. However, the Northern Railways official told WION the provisions of special trains were made looking at the crowd surge. 
A two-member committee is investigating the stampede. As part of the investigation, the committee has ordered the securing of all video footage from the railway station to find out what exactly led to the stampede.

Delhi railway station stampede: 18 killed in New Delhi railway station stampede

India’s Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice, expressed frustration over the surge of fresh pleas in the Places of Worship Act case and refused to entertain any new petitions. The court emphasized that the issue has been sufficiently addressed.

India’s top court rejects fresh pleas on worship case surge

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