India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (March 8) said that several Indian nationals were "duped" to work with the Russian Army. In other news,&nbsp;US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/several-indian-nationals-duped-to-work-in-russian-army-india-says-strong-action-taken-698046">'Several Indians duped to work in Russian army', New Delhi says action taken</a>

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (March 8) said that several Indian nationals were "duped" to work with the Russian Army adding that the government has taken strong action on the matter and has urged Moscow for their early release.

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Rahul Gandhi will contest from Wayanad in Kerala. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said, "The central election committee of Congress has selected 39 list of candidates today. In which Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi's name is there, and Former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's name is there."

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Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-enshrines-abortion-as-constitutional-right-on-international-womens-day-698126">France enshrines abortion as constitutional right on International Women's Day</a>

In a historic move marking International Women's Day, France enshrined the right to abortion in its constitution, solidifying a staunch stance on women's rights.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maldives-sees-33-dip-in-indian-tourists-amid-diplomatic-row-698092">Maldives sees 33% dip in Indian tourists amid diplomatic row</a>

Recent data from the Maldives tourism ministry&nbsp;indicates a drop&nbsp;of&nbsp;33 per cent in number of Indian tourists visiting&nbsp;the country in March 2024, compared to the previous year, reported local media outlet&nbsp;Adhadhu.&nbsp;In March 2023, over 41,000 Indian tourists visited Maldives, whereas only 27,224 were recorded in March 2024.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-army-intelligence-analyst-faces-charges-for-selling-classified-military-information-to-china-698075">US Army intelligence analyst faces charges for selling classified military information to China&nbsp;</a>

A US Army analyst has been arrested for allegedly selling sensitive military information to China. Sgt Korbein Schultz, a member of the US Army, was arrested at Fort Campbell in Kentucky on Thursday (March 7) and was charged with divulging confidential military secrets to an individual in China.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sharp-surge-in-female-genital-mutilation-cases-latest-data-shows-698099">Sharp surge in female genital mutilation cases, latest data shows</a>

Recent figures released by UNICEF indicate a concerning 15 per cent rise in the number of girls and women subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM) over the past eight years.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-energy-giant-cnooc-discovers-new-massive-oilfield-in-south-china-sea-698077">Chinese energy giant CNOOC discovers new massive oilfield in South China Sea</a>

In a significant development, the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has found a substantial reserve of oil in the energy-rich waters of the South China Sea. The oil field, estimated at 100 million tonnes, is situated in the Pearl River Basin near Guangdong Province, as revealed in a recent press release by the state-owned CNOOC.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/new-dna-study-suggests-people-came-to-india-from-this-country-50000-years-ago-698050">New DNA study suggests humans came to India from THIS country 50,000 years ago</a>

Researchers carried out a new study to trace back the footprints of human civilization in India - the most populous country in the world - with the help of genes.&nbsp;The new study has tried to understand the scenario 50,000 years ago by analysing thousands of genomes.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-deports-initial-batch-of-myanmar-refugees-escaping-2021-coup-698139">India deports first batch of illegal Myanmar nationals amid security concerns</a>

India has deported the initial batch of Myanmar refugees who sought asylum in the country following the military coup in 2021, as disclosed by the chief minister of Manipur state on Friday (March 8).

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India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (March 8) said that several Indian nationals were "duped" to work with the Russian Army. In other news, US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (March 8) said that several Indian nationals were "duped" to work with the Russian Army. In other news, US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. Click on the headlines to read more. 'Several Indians duped to work in Russian army', New Delhi says action taken India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (March 8) said that several Indian nationals were "duped" to work with the Russian Army adding that the government has taken strong action on the matter and has urged Moscow for their early release. Congress releases first list of 39 candidates for Lok Sabha elections Rahul Gandhi will contest from Wayanad in Kerala. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said, "The central election committee of Congress has selected 39 list of candidates today. In which Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi's name is there, and Former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's name is there." Trump, Gaza, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's SOTU 2024 address Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. France enshrines abortion as constitutional right on International Women's Day In a historic move marking International Women's Day, France enshrined the right to abortion in its constitution, solidifying a staunch stance on women's rights. Maldives sees 33% dip in Indian tourists amid diplomatic row Recent data from the Maldives tourism ministry indicates a drop of 33 per cent in number of Indian tourists visiting the country in March 2024, compared to the previous year, reported local media outlet Adhadhu. In March 2023, over 41,000 Indian tourists visited Maldives, whereas only 27,224 were recorded in March 2024. US Army intelligence analyst faces charges for selling classified military information to China A US Army analyst has been arrested for allegedly selling sensitive military information to China. Sgt Korbein Schultz, a member of the US Army, was arrested at Fort Campbell in Kentucky on Thursday (March 7) and was charged with divulging confidential military secrets to an individual in China. Sharp surge in female genital mutilation cases, latest data shows Recent figures released by UNICEF indicate a concerning 15 per cent rise in the number of girls and women subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM) over the past eight years. Chinese energy giant CNOOC discovers new massive oilfield in South China Sea In a significant development, the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has found a substantial reserve of oil in the energy-rich waters of the South China Sea. The oil field, estimated at 100 million tonnes, is situated in the Pearl River Basin near Guangdong Province, as revealed in a recent press release by the state-owned CNOOC. New DNA study suggests humans came to India from THIS country 50,000 years ago Researchers carried out a new study to trace back the footprints of human civilization in India - the most populous country in the world - with the help of genes. The new study has tried to understand the scenario 50,000 years ago by analysing thousands of genomes. India deports first batch of illegal Myanmar nationals amid security concerns India has deported the initial batch of Myanmar refugees who sought asylum in the country following the military coup in 2021, as disclosed by the chief minister of Manipur state on Friday (March 8).

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Portugal is holding a snap parliamentary election, voting is currently underway in the country polling stations opened at 8:00 a.m. and will close at 7:00 p.m. local time. Results are expected around midnight. More than 10 million citizens are eligible to vote in this election. The choice is between Center left Socialist Party Center right Social Democratic party and a far right Chega party. Watch to know more!

Portugal: Conservatives declare victory winning 79 seats, Chega party wins 48 seats

The Israel-Hamas conflict is a long drawn out war between Israel and Palestine - it is fraying tempers now between alies - the United States and Israel. Israel's actions are under scrutiny now as the death toll in Gaza continues to rise.

Netanyahu vs Biden: Netanyahu vows to defy Biden's Rafah red line, 'Will go forward with invasion'

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Israel will push on with its offensive against Hamas, including into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite growing international pressure to stop, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday.

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In a pre-recorded annual address to the family of nations, King Charles III has pledged to continue to serve the Commonwealth to the best of his ability. The Monarch will miss the Commonwealth celebrations as he recuperate from Cancer.

UK: King Charles to miss Commonwealth Games, to send pre-recorded video message

China nearly halved its arms imports over the past five years as it replaced foreign weapons with its own technology but Russia still accounted for the bulk of Beijing's overseas purchases, according to a Swedish think tank.

China cuts its arm imports, fell by 44% in 2019-2023

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's outreach, coupled with diplomatic efforts from various countries, played a pivotal role in preventing Russia from a "potential nuclear attack" on Ukraine, a CNN report claimed.

PM Modi's outreach to Putin helped prevent potential nuclear war: CNN, hails PM Modi's diplomacy

Microsoft claims Russian hackers are trying to break into its system again with data they stole from corporate emails in an attack in January. Understand that this January 12th Microsoft revealed that a Russian state-sponsored group breached its systems to access staff emails and documents.

Microsoft faces cyberattack, Russian hackers steal source code

North Korea is strongly suspected of using joint research with China to develop missile and other military technologies. Watch in for more details!

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Even before beginning his role as Islamophobia adviser to the UK government, the front-runner for the post - Fiyaz Mughal, has decided to step out as he claimed that he was threatened.

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With election fever rising in India Trinamool Congress has become the latest party to officially kickstart its campaign ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Polls. Watch to know more!

Lok Sabha Polls: TMC chief Mamata Banerjee launches election campaign with mega rally in Kolkata

A landmark Maritime security exercise between the Indian and US Coast Guards has concluded. The Sea Defenders 2024 focused on enhancing Maritime cooperation and interoperability between the two forces. This drill was conducted at India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands. One of the highlights of the exercise was the pollution response demonstration where Indian coast guard ships and aircrafts displayed their proficiency in responding to oil spills and other environmental hazards. Watch to know more!

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China-Taiwan tensions continue to mount China isn't hiding its intentions it claims to self-rule Taiwan as its territory. This time the Chinese Premier has even adopted a harder stance against Taiwan. Our next report gets you the complete story. Watch to know more!

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Miss World 2024 winner: The winner of the 71st edition of the Miss World pageant has finally been announced! The event was held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The 71st edition of the Miss World pageant made a grand return to India after a gap of nearly 28 years. The much-anticipated grand finale was held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai with Karan Johar taking the hosting duties for the night. Watch to know more!

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Exiled Tibetans living in the Indian city of Dharamshala mark the 65th anniversary of their Uprising against China today. Back in 1959 the incident led to over 80,000 Tibetans fleeing to India along with the spiritual leader the Dalai Lama. Watch to know more!

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Pakistan has elected its new President. Pakistan's former President Asif Ali Zardari becomes the 14th President of the country. He will replace the incumbent Dr Arif Alvi. Watch to know more!

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Against the backdrop of the India-EFTA historic deal, Norwegian Minister for Trade and Industry, Jan Christian Vestre and Liechtenstein Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education and Sport, Dominique Hasler spoke to WION. Watch to know more!

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Northern State of Uttar Pradesh. The visit is part of his 10-day tour across 12 States and union territories ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Early in the day the Prime Minister launched development projects worth over $4 billion inaugurating 15 airport projects including 12 new terminal buildings during his visit to Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other top Party leaders as well. Watch to know more!

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