Kolkata rape-murder case: There is growing outrage over the Kolkata hospital horror. The Calcutta high court has noted serious lapses on part of the hospital administration. Molly Gambhir tells you what doctors are demanding...

Kolkata rape-murder case: High court notes serious lapses on part of hospital administration

#Gravitas As per reports, a missile attack targeted a U.S. air base in Conoco gas field in Syria's Deir Al-Zor province. The attack, allegedly carried out by Iran-backed Militias, involved six shells landing near the base, prompting the U.S.-led coalition to respond with artillery fire. U.S. warplanes were also observed flying over the area in the aftermath.

US troops injured in Iran-backed attack | Gravitas

#Gravitas Israel's agreement to a Gaza ceasefire could be the last barrier holding back a catastrophic escalation. According to reports Tehran and its allies are prepared to strike Israel directly if Gaza talks collapse or Israel appears to be stalling.

Iran's ultimatum: Call Gaza ceasefire to prevent attack on Israel | Gravitas

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was removed from office by the country's constitutional court. The court found Srettha guilty of an ethics violations. What is this case all about? #Gravitas explains

Thailand: Why was Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin removed from office?

A face-off is brewing between former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the interim government of the country headed by Muhammad Yunus, the point of friction is the national morning day in Bangladesh which which marks the assassination of Bangabandhu Mujibur Rahman in 1975. Watch in for more details!

Bangladesh Crisis: Hasina urges observance of National Mourning Day on August 15

In Sri Lanka, Namal Rajapaksa the chief of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) party has filed his nomination to contest in the upcoming Presidential elections. The signing took place at the residence of the former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa in Sri Lanka's Capital Columbo.

Sri Lanka Presidential Elections: Namal Rajapaksa signs nomination papers

As US vice President Kamala Harris's popularity ratings show signs of picking up, her newly minted running mate Tim Walz is out on a campaign trip he had stormed through five Battleground states with Harris last week to introduce himself to the voters and this time he's out solo. Watch in for more details!

US Election 2024: Tim Walz to hold fundraisers in 5 states in whirlwind tour

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Israel's far-right Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, is facing criticism for flaming tensions, after he called for Jews being granted permission to pray at the Al-Aqsa. Israel's national security minister, Ben-Gvir, lead hundreds of Jews into the mosque...Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli minister Ben-Gvir leads hundreds of Jews to Al-Aqsa mosque

US has approved $20 billion in fighter jets and other military equipment for Israel as the ongoing war with Gaza ceases to end with Iran threatening another wider conflict. According to the Pentagon, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken approved the sale of F-15 jets and equipment worth nearly $19 billion including $774 million in tank cartridges. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: U.S. approves $20 billion weapons package sale to Israel

Doctors across India are protesting against the rape and murder of a woman trainee doctor in the city of Kolkata. According to recent reports, renovation work started near the seminar room where the doctor's body was found. Kolkata's RG Kar medical College Hospital authorities are being questioned to tamper with evidence.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Renovation work near the crime scene has sparked allegations of tampering

Israel and the United States find themselves on high alert bracing for a potential Iranian assault. Diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza have also intensified with International mediators racing against time to prevent a wider regional conflict. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Israeli airstrikes target Gaza ahead of ceasefire talks

US military conducted live fire drills in South Korea to test their deployment readiness to the Korean Peninsula. The drill comes as South Korea and the United States are set to conduct their annual summertime military drills next week so as to ramp up their capability to counter North Korea's weapons and cyber threats. Watch in for more details!

US & South Korea to conduct annual summertime military drills next week

Hockey India has retired the no. 16 jersey in honour of the legendary PR Sreejesh. The 36-year-old has also been named the head coach of India's junior hockey team. Wion's Esha Hanspal gets you the details.

Hockey India retires no. 16 jersey in honour of Sreejesh

Former South African speedster Morne Morkel has been officially appointed as the Indian team's bowling coach. He, thus, joins the Gautam Gambhir-led coaching staff before the home Tests versus Bangladesh.

Morne Morkel appointed Indian men's cricket team's bowling coach

With the US Presidential elections around the corner, billionaire Elon Musk's interview with Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump on Tuesday has irked the United Auto Workers Union. Watch in for more details!

UAW files labour complaints against Trump and Musk after threatening workers on X interview

According to the National statistics report the country's unemployment rate has increased to 33.5% in June from 32.9% in March quarter, this is the highest rate since 2022. Watch in for more details!

South Africa unemployment rate climbs; over 76% of South Africans have been jobless for over a year

Sri Lanka Elections: Son of Sri Lanka’s ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa to run for president

Thailand's constitutional court has dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from Office. The court is in fact ruled against him in an ethics case that throws the kingdom into more turmoil. The real estate Tycoon Thavisin becomes the fourth Thai Premier in 16 years to be removed by verdicts by the same court after it ruled that he had violated the Constitution by appointing a minister who did not meet the ethic standards. Watch in for more details!

Thai PM sacked for appointing a convicted lawyer into cabinet

An Israeli minister is facing criticism for flaming tensions after he called for Jews to be permitted to pray at the AL-AQSA.

Gaza Crisis: Israeli Minister calls for Jews to be allowed to pray at Al-Aqsa

The Russian Defence Ministry has announced that its forces have prevented Kyiv's troops from expanding a week-long invasion into Russia's Kursk area, while a Ukrainian Foreign Ministry official has stated that Kyiv has no intention of occupying Russian territory during the significant operation. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Who is Alexander Dyumin? Rising star of Putin's entourage

Doctors across India are protesting against the rape and murder of a woman trainee doctor, halting elective services and chanting, 'no safety no duty'. Watch as WION Decodes it for you!

Kolkata rape-murder case: Doctors protest nationwide 'no safety, no duty' | WION Decodes

The Russian Defence Ministry has announced that its forces have prevented Kyiv's troops from expanding a week-long invasion into Russia's Kursk area, while a Ukrainian Foreign Ministry official has stated that Kyiv has no intention of occupying Russian territory during the significant operation.

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin appoints Alexander Dyumin in charge of Kursk defence

Is the region of West Asia witnessing another broad but quiet war? In the latest, according to report of common missile attack targeted an American Air Base in Conoco gas field in Syria's Deir al-Zor province. Watch in for more details!

US air bases under attack in the Middle East: Quiet conflict brewing in West Asia?

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