#Gravitas | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the incursion into Russia was the first part of Kyiv’s victory plan. He intends to present this to U.S. President Joe Biden when he meets him in September. To placate allies, Zelensky has been promoting the Kursk incident as a negotiation catalyst, claiming that Ukraine's actions are strengthening Kyiv’s push for peace talks. But is Ukraine genuinely committed to this? Will Zelensky accept the new borders to end the war?

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#Gravitas The titans of tech, the CEOs who were once considered untouchable, are now finding themselves in the crosshairs of governments worldwide. French authorities reportedly handed preliminary charges to Pavel Durov, the co-founder of Telegram on Wednesday for allowing alleged criminal activity on his messaging app and barred him from leaving France pending further investigation. As per reports, the Brazilian Supreme Court has issued an ultimatum to Elon Musk to appoint a legal representative for X in Brazil within 24 hours or face a nationwide ban. Watch in for more details!

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France's parliamentary election results were announced in July. Over a month on, the country has failed to name a Prime Minister. What's happening?

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#Gravitas | Typhoon Shanshan has unleashed devastating winds and rain across Japan, leaving destruction in its wake. Tourists scramble for safety as authorities have warned that this could be one of the strongest storms to hit the Fukuoka region in recent history. Meanwhile, in Gujarat, India, massive floods have claimed lives and displaced thousands, with crocodiles spotted in residential areas. Watch a full report here.

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#Gravitas | Bangladesh is facing unprecedented chaos following the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government. Former ministers are being arrested, political leaders are fleeing, and violence is sweeping across the nation. Factories are burning, lives are being lost, and the future of the country hangs in the balance. The arrests of key Awami League leaders and the challenges facing the new interim government beg the question. What does this chaos mean for the people of Bangladesh? Where does the country go from here?

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Gravitas As we edge closer to anticipated ceasefire talks in November, Ukraine seems locked in a desperate race to seize territory and Russia is reacting. As per reports Ukraine, has struck deep inside Russian territory, nearly 1500 kilometres from its border. Meanwhile, Russia has captured more territories in Eastern Ukraine. The question remains: are these offensives genuine military strategies, or are they calculated moves to gain leverage at the negotiating table?

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CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans.&nbsp;In other news, new details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.

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CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the artist's fans.&nbsp;

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New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations.&nbsp;

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India’s north-eastern state of Assam on Thursday (Aug 29) approved a bill mandating Muslims to get their marriage and divorce registered with the government. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who hails from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), called the day “historic”, saying his next target would be the practice of polygamy.

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A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug&nbsp;29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about&nbsp;the erosion of media freedoms.

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Days after Hezbollah attacked Israel, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, has hinted that the Islamic Republic will soon deliver a 'calculated response' to the 'Zionist' regime in Tel Aviv.&nbsp;

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India on Thursday (Aug 29) formally commissioned its second Arihant-class submarine into its navy. The nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, is considered an advanced version of its predecessor. Speaking during the ceremony in Visakhapatnam, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the submarine would further strengthen India’s nuclear triad and deterrence capabilities.

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Liverpool have completed the sensational transfer of Federico Chiesa from Juventus as he becomes the first major addition to the first team for the 2024-25 season. The Reds signed the Italian international on Thursday (Aug 29) from Juventus for a fee believed to be in the region of $20 million. He follows Giorgi Mamardashvili in the second transfer for the Reds this transfer window, however, he won’t be joining Arne Slot’s side before the 2025-26 season.

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It isn't easy to match up to the popularity of&nbsp;Game Of Thrones&nbsp;and Amazon Prime Video set out to replicate the same success with its ambitious&nbsp;Lord Of The Rings: Rings Of Power&nbsp;in 2022, it faltered to a great extent primarily because the premise seems to be formulaic, episodes were long and it could not get rid of the baggage of Peter Jackson's hugely successful film franchise despite sourcing from JRR Tolkien's books. The good news is that the second season greatly uplifts the series, making it more immersive for the viewers with its dark, twisted, deeper narrative and characters.&nbsp;

CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans.

CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the American singer's fans. In other news, new details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened. Click on the headlines to read more Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plotters wanted to kill 'tens of thousands' CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Deputy Director David Cohen said that the suspects behind the thwarted plot to attack Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna wanted to kill "tens of thousands" of the artist's fans. Kolkata horror: Hospital staff made three frantic calls to victim's parents New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened. Israel kills 5 more Palestinian militants, including local commander The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations. India’s Assam abolishes Kazi system, mandates registration of Muslim marriages India’s north-eastern state of Assam on Thursday (Aug 29) approved a bill mandating Muslims to get their marriage and divorce registered with the government. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who hails from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), called the day “historic”, saying his next target would be the practice of polygamy. Forests, boon or curse? Canada wildfires emerge as 4th biggest source of CO2 Wildfires in Canada last year released more greenhouse gases than some of the largest pollution-emitting countries, revealed a report on Wednesday (August 28). Shockingly, the wildfires released 647 megatonnes of carbon, which is seven to ten times that of the largest national emitters for the year 2022. Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug 29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about the erosion of media freedoms. Iran to deliver calculated response to 'Zionist' regime in Israel, claims armed forces chief Days after Hezbollah attacked Israel, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, has hinted that the Islamic Republic will soon deliver a 'calculated response' to the 'Zionist' regime in Tel Aviv. Second Arihant-class submarine commissioned into the Indian Navy, know its significance India on Thursday (Aug 29) formally commissioned its second Arihant-class submarine into its navy. The nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, is considered an advanced version of its predecessor. Speaking during the ceremony in Visakhapatnam, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the submarine would further strengthen India’s nuclear triad and deterrence capabilities. Liverpool complete sensational Federico Chiesa transfer from Juventus Liverpool have completed the sensational transfer of Federico Chiesa from Juventus as he becomes the first major addition to the first team for the 2024-25 season. The Reds signed the Italian international on Thursday (Aug 29) from Juventus for a fee believed to be in the region of $20 million. He follows Giorgi Mamardashvili in the second transfer for the Reds this transfer window, however, he won’t be joining Arne Slot’s side before the 2025-26 season. The Rings Of Power Season 2 review: A definite improvement from first season It isn't easy to match up to the popularity of Game Of Thrones and Amazon Prime Video set out to replicate the same success with its ambitious Lord Of The Rings: Rings Of Power in 2022, it faltered to a great extent primarily because the premise seems to be formulaic, episodes were long and it could not get rid of the baggage of Peter Jackson's hugely successful film franchise despite sourcing from JRR Tolkien's books. The good news is that the second season greatly uplifts the series, making it more immersive for the viewers with its dark, twisted, deeper narrative and characters.

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As the election draws ever closer controversy and Donald Trump are becoming pretty much synonymous. The latest controversy broke out on Monday at the Arlington National Cemetery. Trump was participating in an event to mark the third anniversary of a deadly attack on US troops in Afghanistan as its forces withdrew from the country. Watch in for more details!

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A leader of ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s party has been found dead in a betel nut plantation around 1.5 km from the India-Bangladesh border at Dona Bhoi in Meghalaya’s East Jaiñtia Hills district. Watch in for more details!

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Presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz are currently on a bus tour in the state of Georgia and on the first day of the tour both leaders addressed high school students in Liberty County on Wednesday. Watch in for more details!

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US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan pledged Wednesday during a visit to Beijing that Washington would defend its regional allies, after Japan and the Philippines blamed China for stoking tensions.

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The unprecedented economic crisis in 2022 in Sri Lanka was accompanied by widespread unrest and protests, it is in public memory that its President Ranil Wickremesinghe is promising to erase by delivering a stable economy. Launching his re-election campaign Wickremesinghe defended his tough austerity measures that came with the International Monetary Fund bailout. Watch to know more.

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European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Thursday he has asked the bloc's members if they want to impose sanctions on some Israeli ministers for "hate messages" against Palestinians that he said broke international law.. Watch in for more information!

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While the former South African president Jacob Zuma appeared for a high court pre-trial hearing in an arms deal corruption case in the country. The case relates to allegations surrounding a multi-million dollar government deal with French arms Trader in the 1990s. Watch in for more details!

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Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- - India surpasses UK in critical tech research - Uttarakhand woman narrowly escapes harassment late at night, shares video - Man kills estranged wife's lover in a shocking act of vengeance

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Ever heard of the Vinyl Hotel, well this one of a kind place in the UK is surely a treat for music lovers. A record store by the name Vinyl Pimp is creating waves in East London. Watch WION for more.

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Israeli forces sent tanks deeper into Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip and launched strikes across the enclave killing at least 34 Palestinians. Residents of Khan Younis said Israeli tanks made a surprise advance into the center of the city, and the military ordered evacuations in the east many families ran for safety, while others were trapped at home. Watch in for more details!

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The PMO has denied reports that Netanyahu was unhappy with transport minister Miri Regev's refusal to compromise regarding the October 7th anniversary memorial. Watch WION to know more on the story.

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France on Wednesday charged Pavel Durov, the founder and chief of Telegram, with a litany of violations related to the messaging app and banned him from leaving the country while allowing the billionaire to walk free after 4 days of being under arrest. Watch in for more details!

France charges  Pavel Durov with litany of violations related to app

The UK Prime Minister expressed his concern over the growing far right threat. Watch WION to know more.

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The best option to minimise the chance that an asteroid someday smashes into the Earth – possibly wiping out life – is through the use of nuclear weapons, according to scientists at China’s deep space exploration programme.

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