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The government of India on Wednesday (Sep 24) accused climate activist Sonam Wangchuk for the violent protests in the Leh, in which four people were dead and over 60 injured. Protesters were demanding statehood for Ladakh and implementation of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The Ministry of Home Affairs said Wangchuk’s “provocative statements” triggered the unrest. According to officials, his hunger strike and speeches encouraged the crowd and later they attacked BJP and government offices, set vehicles and buildings on fire and injured more than 30 police and CRPF personnel.&nbsp;Earlier, the demonstrations turned violent, leading to clashes with police. Security forces responded with tear gas shells and baton charges. Following the violence, authorities imposed a curfew in Leh and banned gatherings of more than five people. Following this, Wangchuk called off his hunger strike and urged people to stay peaceful.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-government-blames-sonam-wangchuk-for-violence-in-ladakh-protest-provocative-mentions-of-arab-spring-nepal-genz-protest-1758734937453">Indian government blames Sonam Wangchuk for violence in Ladakh protest: 'Provocative mentions of Arab Spring, Nepal GenZ protest'</a><h2>Who is Sonam Wangchuk?</h2>Sonam Wangchuk is an engineer and education reformer from Ladakh, known for his eco-friendly innovations. He designed the SECMOL campus, which runs entirely on solar power without using fossil fuels for cooking, heating and lighting. Wangchuk gained limelight in 2009 with Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, which is inspired by his life story. While many refer to him as "The real life Phunsukh Wangdu", he denies it.&nbsp;Born in 1966 near Alchi in Leh district, Wangchuk studied in Srinagar in his early days but later moved to Delhi for higher education. He pursued Mechanical Engineering at NIT Srinagar in 1987, and went on to found SECMOL (Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh). Through projects like “Operation New Hope,” he worked with locals and the government to improve education in the region. He also went for Earthen Architecture at Craterre School of Architecture in Grenoble, France, in 2011.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ladakh-protest-kills-4-sonam-wangchuk-calls-off-hunger-strike-what-are-the-key-demands-of-protesters-1758726325882">Ladakh protest kills 4, Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike - What are the key demands of protesters?</a>&nbsp;Over the years, Wangchuk has been involved in various NGOs, edited Ladags Melong magazine, and created sustainable solutions such as the Ice Stupa (an artificial glacier to store water) and solar-powered tents for the Indian Army. Previously in March 2024, he went on a fast-unto-death to demand constitutional safeguards. He advocates protection from industrial and mining lobbies in Ladakh and also started a 21-day Climate Fast.



Previously in March 2024, he went on a fast-unto-death to demand constitutional safeguards. He advocates protection from industrial and mining lobbies in Ladakh and also started a 21-day Climate Fast.

The government of India on Wednesday (Sep 24) accused climate activist Sonam Wangchuk for the violent protests in the Leh, in which four people were dead and over 60 injured. Protesters were demanding statehood for Ladakh and implementation of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The Ministry of Home Affairs said Wangchuk’s “provocative statements” triggered the unrest. According to officials, his hunger strike and speeches encouraged the crowd and later they attacked BJP and government offices, set vehicles and buildings on fire and injured more than 30 police and CRPF personnel. Earlier, the demonstrations turned violent, leading to clashes with police. Security forces responded with tear gas shells and baton charges. Following the violence, authorities imposed a curfew in Leh and banned gatherings of more than five people. Following this, Wangchuk called off his hunger strike and urged people to stay peaceful. Also Read - Indian government blames Sonam Wangchuk for violence in Ladakh protest: 'Provocative mentions of Arab Spring, Nepal GenZ protest' Who is Sonam Wangchuk? Sonam Wangchuk is an engineer and education reformer from Ladakh, known for his eco-friendly innovations. He designed the SECMOL campus, which runs entirely on solar power without using fossil fuels for cooking, heating and lighting. Wangchuk gained limelight in 2009 with Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, which is inspired by his life story. While many refer to him as "The real life Phunsukh Wangdu", he denies it. Born in 1966 near Alchi in Leh district, Wangchuk studied in Srinagar in his early days but later moved to Delhi for higher education. He pursued Mechanical Engineering at NIT Srinagar in 1987, and went on to found SECMOL (Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh). Through projects like “Operation New Hope,” he worked with locals and the government to improve education in the region. He also went for Earthen Architecture at Craterre School of Architecture in Grenoble, France, in 2011. Also Read - Ladakh protest kills 4, Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike - What are the key demands of protesters? Over the years, Wangchuk has been involved in various NGOs, edited Ladags Melong magazine, and created sustainable solutions such as the Ice Stupa (an artificial glacier to store water) and solar-powered tents for the Indian Army. Previously in March 2024, he went on a fast-unto-death to demand constitutional safeguards. He advocates protection from industrial and mining lobbies in Ladakh and also started a 21-day Climate Fast.

Previously in March 2024, he went on a fast-unto-death to demand constitutional safeguards. He advocates protection from industrial and mining lobbies in Ladakh and also started a 21-day Climate Fast.

Who is Sonam Wangchuk? Person behind Ladakh protest, now accused by Centre for violence through 'provocative statements'

A 29-year-old Indian-origin man on Tuesday (Sep 23) has been charged with murder in Fremont, California, after he stabbed a 71-year-old registered sex offender, identified as David Brimmer. Police said that the attack by the man was ‘targeted.’ The suspect, identified as Varun Suresh, a resident of Fremont, was caught at the crime scene with a knife. He was immediately arrested under California’s Penal Code 187(a).&nbsp;&nbsp;According to police, officers responded to reports of a violent fight on September 18 around 12:01 pm at Upper Vintners Circle. They found Brimmer with serious stab wounds, but despite immediate medical efforts, he still died at the spot. This was the city’s fifth murder case this year.<h2>Why Varun Suresh killed Brimmer and who is he?</h2>Investigators said Suresh used Megan’s Law, an online database of sex offenders, to locate Brimmer. Interestingly, Brimmer had previously served nine years in prison for child sexual assault in 1995. Police confirmed that Suresh and Brimmer did not have any personal connections with each other before the attack.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mother-of-two-found-guilty-in-new-zealand-s-chilling-suitcase-murders-case-1758601755312">Mother of two found guilty of killing children in New Zealand’s chilling ‘suitcase murders’ case</a>&nbsp;Investigators have suggested that some court documents state that Suresh posed as an accountant who goes door-to-door before reaching Brimmer’s home. Brimmer tried to escape, but Suresh allegedly chased him into a neighbor’s garage and stabbed him in the neck and told him to “repent.” Police also said that Suresh then cut Brimmer’s throat to ensure that he was dead.&nbsp;After being arrested by the police, Suresh reportedly told investigators that he targeted Brimmer because of his age and vulnerability, and also added that killing him was “honestly fun”. He also said, “I don’t like paedophiles. They deserve to die.” Further, Suresh admitted he never planned to flee from the spot and would have called police himself if they had not arrived.&nbsp;The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has charged him with murder, residential burglary and use of a deadly weapon. Officials said this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing danger to the community. Suresh will remain in custody as prosecutors review the case.

Investigators said Suresh used Megan’s Law, an online database of sex offenders, to locate Brimmer's location. Interestingly, Brimmer had previously served nine years in prison for child sexual assault in 1995.

A 29-year-old Indian-origin man on Tuesday (Sep 23) has been charged with murder in Fremont, California, after he stabbed a 71-year-old registered sex offender, identified as David Brimmer. Police said that the attack by the man was ‘targeted.’ The suspect, identified as Varun Suresh, a resident of Fremont, was caught at the crime scene with a knife. He was immediately arrested under California’s Penal Code 187(a). According to police, officers responded to reports of a violent fight on September 18 around 12:01 pm at Upper Vintners Circle. They found Brimmer with serious stab wounds, but despite immediate medical efforts, he still died at the spot. This was the city’s fifth murder case this year. Why Varun Suresh killed Brimmer and who is he? Investigators said Suresh used Megan’s Law, an online database of sex offenders, to locate Brimmer. Interestingly, Brimmer had previously served nine years in prison for child sexual assault in 1995. Police confirmed that Suresh and Brimmer did not have any personal connections with each other before the attack. Also Read - Mother of two found guilty of killing children in New Zealand’s chilling ‘suitcase murders’ case Investigators have suggested that some court documents state that Suresh posed as an accountant who goes door-to-door before reaching Brimmer’s home. Brimmer tried to escape, but Suresh allegedly chased him into a neighbor’s garage and stabbed him in the neck and told him to “repent.” Police also said that Suresh then cut Brimmer’s throat to ensure that he was dead. After being arrested by the police, Suresh reportedly told investigators that he targeted Brimmer because of his age and vulnerability, and also added that killing him was “honestly fun”. He also said, “I don’t like paedophiles. They deserve to die.” Further, Suresh admitted he never planned to flee from the spot and would have called police himself if they had not arrived. The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has charged him with murder, residential burglary and use of a deadly weapon. Officials said this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing danger to the community. Suresh will remain in custody as prosecutors review the case.

Investigators said Suresh used Megan’s Law, an online database of sex offenders, to locate Brimmer's location. Interestingly, Brimmer had previously served nine years in prison for child sexual assault in 1995.

'I don’t like paedophiles': Who is Varun Suresh? Indian-origin man who killed 71-year-old sex offender in US

The former Human Resource Executive of Astronomer, Kristin Cabot, was caught in a romantic gesture with the company's CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert in Boston. At that time, it was reported that her husband, Andrew, was in Japan. But it has now been revealed that he was at the same concert, in a separate box, with his girlfriend.In July, Andy and Kristin were caught in the kiss-cam of the music concert. The video of the incident, which broke the internet, showed the duo canoodling, but they quickly shielded their faces as the camera turned to them.&nbsp;Now, the Times has reported that the husband of Kristin was also present at the concert with another woman.&nbsp;Read more: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-india-begged-pakistan-won-islamabad-is-living-in-delusion-its-textbook-featuring-operation-sindoor-proves-it-1758712916257">‘India begged, Pakistan won’: Islamabad is living in delusion, its textbook featuring Operation Sindoor proves it</a>&nbsp;"He was in fact at the same Coldplay concert as Kristin. They had been separated and living apart for several weeks. It was amicable. Kristin was in the box with people from work, though it wasn’t a company box, and Andrew was actually there too with a date, with a woman who is now his girlfriend,” a source told the outlet.&nbsp;"(Kristin) has felt like she can’t speak out as people in the middle of a divorce can’t say anything public,” the source added.&nbsp;The source further claimed that Kristin was there with other people at work and she was noty having any affair with Andy. &nbsp;She knew it was inappropriate to behave that way with her boss as the head of HR,” the source continued, adding that the relationship (between Kristin and Byron) was just a “great friendship”.&nbsp;In early September, a spokeswoman for Andrew Cabot told PEOPLE that the couple had already been "privately and amicably separated" for several weeks before the Coldplay concert. A few days ago, reports emerged that Kristin had filed for divorce from her husband, Andrew. "Their decision to divorce was already underway prior to that evening," the spokeswoman added.&nbsp;

In July, Andy and Kristin were caught in the kiss-cam of the music concert. The video of the incident, which broke the internet, showed the duo canoodling, but they quickly shielded their faces as the camera turned to them.

The former Human Resource Executive of Astronomer, Kristin Cabot, was caught in a romantic gesture with the company's CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert in Boston. At that time, it was reported that her husband, Andrew, was in Japan. But it has now been revealed that he was at the same concert, in a separate box, with his girlfriend. In July, Andy and Kristin were caught in the kiss-cam of the music concert. The video of the incident, which broke the internet, showed the duo canoodling, but they quickly shielded their faces as the camera turned to them. Now, the Times has reported that the husband of Kristin was also present at the concert with another woman. Read more: ‘India begged, Pakistan won’: Islamabad is living in delusion, its textbook featuring Operation Sindoor proves it "He was in fact at the same Coldplay concert as Kristin. They had been separated and living apart for several weeks. It was amicable. Kristin was in the box with people from work, though it wasn’t a company box, and Andrew was actually there too with a date, with a woman who is now his girlfriend,” a source told the outlet. "(Kristin) has felt like she can’t speak out as people in the middle of a divorce can’t say anything public,” the source added. The source further claimed that Kristin was there with other people at work and she was noty having any affair with Andy. She knew it was inappropriate to behave that way with her boss as the head of HR,” the source continued, adding that the relationship (between Kristin and Byron) was just a “great friendship”. In early September, a spokeswoman for Andrew Cabot told PEOPLE that the couple had already been "privately and amicably separated" for several weeks before the Coldplay concert. A few days ago, reports emerged that Kristin had filed for divorce from her husband, Andrew. "Their decision to divorce was already underway prior to that evening," the spokeswoman added.

In July, Andy and Kristin were caught in the kiss-cam of the music concert. The video of the incident, which broke the internet, showed the duo canoodling, but they quickly shielded their faces as the camera turned to them.

PLOT TWIST in kiss-cam scandal: Kristin Cabot's husband was in same Coldplay concert, with his girlfriend

For the first time, doctors have successfully slowed the progression of Huntington's disease by 75%, offering hope to patients and their families. Huntington’s disease, a cruel genetic disorder that typically causes fatal neurological decline within two decades, has seen its progression dramatically slowed in a trial using innovative gene therapy. Professor Sarah Tabrizi, leading the research at University College London, called the results "spectacular," as data reveals that the progression of the disease is now slowed by 75%, meaning patients could live for decades with a much higher quality of life. Instead of deteriorating over one year, the disease now progresses at a rate that would typically take four years.&nbsp;The therapy, which involves complex brain surgery lasting up to 18 hours, uses cutting-edge gene-editing technology to slow the production of the toxic huntingtin protein that destroys brain cells. This is done by delivering a specially designed DNA sequence deep into the brain to suppress the harmful protein. The surgery is guided in real-time using MRI to target critical areas of the brain.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/solar-micronova-could-cook-us-earth-faces-mass-extinction-threat-in-10-25-years-1758623442603">Solar 'micronova' could cook us: Earth faces mass extinction threat in 10-25 years</a><h2>What is Huntington's Disease?</h2>Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Symptoms typically appear in a person's 30s or 40s and gets worse over time. The disease causes movement problems, cognitive decline, and psychiatric issues, leading to death within 10 to 20 years of symptom onset. Huntington's is caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene, and those with one affected parent have a 50% chance of inheriting the disease.<h2>Trial Results and Impact</h2>The treatment’s success has been demonstrated in a clinical trial involving 29 patients, where the disease's progression was significantly slowed. Results showed a 75% reduction in the disease's advancement, as measured by cognitive function, motor skills, and daily living capabilities. The data also revealed that the therapy had a protective effect on brain cells, as neurofilament levels—which indicate nerve cell death—did not increase as expected, but instead remained stable or improved.<h2>The Road Ahead</h2>While this development is groundbreaking, it comes with significant challenges. The procedure, involving delicate brain surgery, is both highly complex and expensive. This means the treatment will likely be out of reach for many people unless future advancements can make it more accessible. Despite these barriers, Professor Tabrizi and her team are optimistic, already planning further trials, including preventative treatments for those at risk but who have not yet shown symptoms. There are still many questions, including how widely the treatment can be distributed and whether it can be adapted for earlier intervention. However, the results show a tangible possibility of a better life for those living with Huntington's disease.<h2>Cost Considerations and Future Access</h2>The treatment’s anticipated high cost could limit its availability, especially since gene therapies are generally expensive. Professor Ed Wild, a consultant neurologist involved in the research, highlighted that while the surgery and therapy are costly, their long-term effects could make them more affordable over time. For comparison, the NHS currently funds a £2.6 million-per-patient gene therapy for hemophilia B. Gene therapy’s potential to transform the way we approach degenerative diseases is clear. While it may not be available for everyone in the immediate future, this development marks the start of a new era in the treatment of genetic disorders like Huntington's.

Historic medical breakthrough! Gene therapy slows Huntington's disease by 75%, offering new hope for patients

For the first time, doctors have successfully slowed the progression of Huntington's disease by 75%, offering hope to patients and their families. Huntington’s disease, a cruel genetic disorder that typically causes fatal neurological decline within two decades, has seen its progression dramatically slowed in a trial using innovative gene therapy. Professor Sarah Tabrizi, leading the research at University College London, called the results "spectacular," as data reveals that the progression of the disease is now slowed by 75%, meaning patients could live for decades with a much higher quality of life. Instead of deteriorating over one year, the disease now progresses at a rate that would typically take four years. The therapy, which involves complex brain surgery lasting up to 18 hours, uses cutting-edge gene-editing technology to slow the production of the toxic huntingtin protein that destroys brain cells. This is done by delivering a specially designed DNA sequence deep into the brain to suppress the harmful protein. The surgery is guided in real-time using MRI to target critical areas of the brain. Also Read: Solar 'micronova' could cook us: Earth faces mass extinction threat in 10-25 years What is Huntington's Disease? Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Symptoms typically appear in a person's 30s or 40s and gets worse over time. The disease causes movement problems, cognitive decline, and psychiatric issues, leading to death within 10 to 20 years of symptom onset. Huntington's is caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene, and those with one affected parent have a 50% chance of inheriting the disease. Trial Results and Impact The treatment’s success has been demonstrated in a clinical trial involving 29 patients, where the disease's progression was significantly slowed. Results showed a 75% reduction in the disease's advancement, as measured by cognitive function, motor skills, and daily living capabilities. The data also revealed that the therapy had a protective effect on brain cells, as neurofilament levels—which indicate nerve cell death—did not increase as expected, but instead remained stable or improved. The Road Ahead While this development is groundbreaking, it comes with significant challenges. The procedure, involving delicate brain surgery, is both highly complex and expensive. This means the treatment will likely be out of reach for many people unless future advancements can make it more accessible. Despite these barriers, Professor Tabrizi and her team are optimistic, already planning further trials, including preventative treatments for those at risk but who have not yet shown symptoms. There are still many questions, including how widely the treatment can be distributed and whether it can be adapted for earlier intervention. However, the results show a tangible possibility of a better life for those living with Huntington's disease. Cost Considerations and Future Access The treatment’s anticipated high cost could limit its availability, especially since gene therapies are generally expensive. Professor Ed Wild, a consultant neurologist involved in the research, highlighted that while the surgery and therapy are costly, their long-term effects could make them more affordable over time. For comparison, the NHS currently funds a £2.6 million-per-patient gene therapy for hemophilia B. Gene therapy’s potential to transform the way we approach degenerative diseases is clear. While it may not be available for everyone in the immediate future, this development marks the start of a new era in the treatment of genetic disorders like Huntington's.

A new gene therapy has successfully slowed Huntington's disease by 75%, giving patients new hope for a longer, higher quality life despite the devastating illness.

The four-day war between India and Pakistan is now a part of Islamabad's school textbooks. But it's not as simple as it sounds. From "destroying" jets to the announcement of the "winner", Pakistan has entered into a race of mind-washing the school kids with a number of bluffs. The Pakistani textbook claim that India started the conflict, the Pakistani Army "retaliated" and destroyed Indian airbases, and Pakistan "won" the war.&nbsp;Let's see what Pakistan has claimed and what the actual story is. 1. India's military 'aggression'&nbsp;What the Pakistan textbook says: On May 6, 2025, India launched an attack on Pakistan by falsely accusing it of being part of the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan denied all the allegations, but India still carried out military aggression against Pakistan on 7 May 2025.&nbsp;What actually happened: In Pakistan's terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, 26 people were killed, where 25 were tourists. In retaliation for this attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). India clarified that its military deliberately avoided civilian structures and only attacked the hideouts of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Hizbul Mujahideen.&nbsp;2. 'Pakistan only targeted military posts'&nbsp;What the Pakistan textbook says: The Pakistan Armed Forces destroyed multiple Indian military posts in Jammu and Kashmir. Read more: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-india-begged-pakistan-won-islamabad-is-living-in-delusion-its-textbook-featuring-operation-sindoor-proves-it-1758712916257">‘India begged, Pakistan won’: Islamabad is living in delusion, its textbook featuring Operation Sindoor proves it</a>&nbsp;What actually happened: After Operation Sindoor, New Delhi said that it would escalate the conflict only if Pakistan did something again, and Islamabad did it anyway. Pakistan launched strikes on Amritsar, Jammu, Srinagar, and 26 other sites, the majority of which were civilian areas. India responded to this and wiped out Pakistan’s HQ-9 air defence system in Lahore. 3. Pakistan 'destroyed' Indian airbases&nbsp;What the Pakistan textbook says: Pakistan launched Operation Bunyanun Marsoos on May 10, 2025. Under this, Islamabad targeted &nbsp;26 strategic locations, including Indian air bases, and destroyed them.&nbsp;What actually happened: No Indian airbases were destroyed by Pakistan. But yes, it was targeted. And for this, India destroyed Pakistan's Murid, Nur Khan, Rafiqui, Sargodha, Chaklala, and Rahim Yar Khan airbases.&nbsp;India even shared the satellite images and videos of the Pakistani airbases destroyed by it in press briefings of Operation Sindoor. On the other hand, Pak's claim of destroying the Adampur airbase was debunked by a picture of the Indian Prime Minister at the site after the operation.&nbsp;4. India 'begged' for peace&nbsp;What the Pakistani textbook says: India suffered a loss and was left with no choice but to ask for peace. After US President Donald Trump "repeatedly requested", Pakistan agreed to ceasefire.&nbsp;What actually happened: US Vice President JD Vance called the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 10. PM Modi cleared India's stance, saying the country wants no mediation in the matter.&nbsp;On the same day, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Indian &nbsp;Foreign Minister S Jaishankar that Pakistan was ready to halt hostilities. After this, the conflict took a pause.

India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). India clarified that its military deliberately avoided civilian structures and only attacked the hideouts of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Hizbul Mujahideen.

The four-day war between India and Pakistan is now a part of Islamabad's school textbooks. But it's not as simple as it sounds. From "destroying" jets to the announcement of the "winner", Pakistan has entered into a race of mind-washing the school kids with a number of bluffs. The Pakistani textbook claim that India started the conflict, the Pakistani Army "retaliated" and destroyed Indian airbases, and Pakistan "won" the war. Let's see what Pakistan has claimed and what the actual story is. 1. India's military 'aggression' What the Pakistan textbook says: On May 6, 2025, India launched an attack on Pakistan by falsely accusing it of being part of the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan denied all the allegations, but India still carried out military aggression against Pakistan on 7 May 2025. What actually happened: In Pakistan's terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, 26 people were killed, where 25 were tourists. In retaliation for this attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). India clarified that its military deliberately avoided civilian structures and only attacked the hideouts of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Hizbul Mujahideen. 2. 'Pakistan only targeted military posts' What the Pakistan textbook says: The Pakistan Armed Forces destroyed multiple Indian military posts in Jammu and Kashmir. Read more: ‘India begged, Pakistan won’: Islamabad is living in delusion, its textbook featuring Operation Sindoor proves it What actually happened: After Operation Sindoor, New Delhi said that it would escalate the conflict only if Pakistan did something again, and Islamabad did it anyway. Pakistan launched strikes on Amritsar, Jammu, Srinagar, and 26 other sites, the majority of which were civilian areas. India responded to this and wiped out Pakistan’s HQ-9 air defence system in Lahore. 3. Pakistan 'destroyed' Indian airbases What the Pakistan textbook says: Pakistan launched Operation Bunyanun Marsoos on May 10, 2025. Under this, Islamabad targeted 26 strategic locations, including Indian air bases, and destroyed them. What actually happened: No Indian airbases were destroyed by Pakistan. But yes, it was targeted. And for this, India destroyed Pakistan's Murid, Nur Khan, Rafiqui, Sargodha, Chaklala, and Rahim Yar Khan airbases. India even shared the satellite images and videos of the Pakistani airbases destroyed by it in press briefings of Operation Sindoor. On the other hand, Pak's claim of destroying the Adampur airbase was debunked by a picture of the Indian Prime Minister at the site after the operation. 4. India 'begged' for peace What the Pakistani textbook says: India suffered a loss and was left with no choice but to ask for peace. After US President Donald Trump "repeatedly requested", Pakistan agreed to ceasefire. What actually happened: US Vice President JD Vance called the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 10. PM Modi cleared India's stance, saying the country wants no mediation in the matter. On the same day, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar that Pakistan was ready to halt hostilities. After this, the conflict took a pause.

India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). India clarified that its military deliberately avoided civilian structures and only attacked the hideouts of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Hizbul Mujahideen.

‘India begged, Pakistan won’: Islamabad is living in delusion, its textbook featuring Operation Sindoor proves it

Do you know there are countries with uncodified constitutions? This means their systems are shaped by many laws, traditions, and key rulings, not a single written document. Below are some countries with uncodified constitutions you must know.

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Fan Zihe, a 20-year-old Chinese influencer of Pakistani origin, has shared the joyful news of her marriage to Lyu Xiaoshuai, one of her earliest fans, winning admiration across both China and Pakistan, according to a report by The South China Morning Post. Abandoned as an infant in a cardboard box in Pakistan, Fan was later adopted by a childless Chinese couple working in the country. She grew up in the rural part of Henan province.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her life changed in late 2023 when a short video showing her eating noodles with a distinctive Henan accent went viral. This sparked a massive following on Chinese social media, earning her over 1.8 million followers. Known for her striking beauty and humble beginnings, Fan frequently shares insights into her farm life, using her platform to promote local produce and support her community.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/what-is-nightmare-bacteria-drug-resistant-pathogen-rapidly-increasing-in-the-us-1758704330407">What is Nightmare Bacteria? Drug-resistant pathogens are rapidly increasing in the US</a>&nbsp;Her fiance, Lyu Xiaoshuai, who was one of her early followers, admired Fan’s resilience and kindness. Their love story unfolded over time, starting with a connection through mutual friends and eventually blossoming into a deep relationship. Lyu left his job to dedicate himself to helping Fan expand her online presence, helping with equipment, editing, and supporting her adoptive parents on the farm.&nbsp;After three years of being together, the couple announced their wedding, which took place on September 17. Their ceremony, which was live-streamed and shared widely on social media, was a modest and traditional affair, without any bride price, with both families’ full support. In a heartfelt gesture, Lyu incorporated sea-themed decorations, symbolising the ocean that Fan had never seen. Their love story has captured the public’s imagination, with fans referring to Fan as a ‘fairy tale princess’ and urging Lyu to cherish his ‘Henan princess’.

Abandoned in Pakistan, now a Chinese social media sensation: The Fan Zihe story

Fan Zihe, a 20-year-old Chinese influencer of Pakistani origin, has shared the joyful news of her marriage to Lyu Xiaoshuai, one of her earliest fans, winning admiration across both China and Pakistan, according to a report by The South China Morning Post. Abandoned as an infant in a cardboard box in Pakistan, Fan was later adopted by a childless Chinese couple working in the country. She grew up in the rural part of Henan province. Her life changed in late 2023 when a short video showing her eating noodles with a distinctive Henan accent went viral. This sparked a massive following on Chinese social media, earning her over 1.8 million followers. Known for her striking beauty and humble beginnings, Fan frequently shares insights into her farm life, using her platform to promote local produce and support her community. Also Read: What is Nightmare Bacteria? Drug-resistant pathogens are rapidly increasing in the US Her fiance, Lyu Xiaoshuai, who was one of her early followers, admired Fan’s resilience and kindness. Their love story unfolded over time, starting with a connection through mutual friends and eventually blossoming into a deep relationship. Lyu left his job to dedicate himself to helping Fan expand her online presence, helping with equipment, editing, and supporting her adoptive parents on the farm. After three years of being together, the couple announced their wedding, which took place on September 17. Their ceremony, which was live-streamed and shared widely on social media, was a modest and traditional affair, without any bride price, with both families’ full support. In a heartfelt gesture, Lyu incorporated sea-themed decorations, symbolising the ocean that Fan had never seen. Their love story has captured the public’s imagination, with fans referring to Fan as a ‘fairy tale princess’ and urging Lyu to cherish his ‘Henan princess’.

Fan Zihe, a 20-year-old influencer of Pakistani descent, married her longtime follower, Lyu Xiaoshuai, in a heartwarming, modest wedding ceremony

Sometimes, it takes an insult to spark innovation. India and its tech workforce are at such an inflexion point, with the unjustified H-1B visa fee hike proposal and Trump tariffs meant to break the back of key sectors of the Indian economy. A US-based entrepreneur made a social media post that should make every policymaker in India sit up and take note. Balaji Vishwanathan's bold proposals are not yet in existence, but are uniquely innovative. What can be done by India, for India, to emerge as a global technology hub? Based on Vishwanathan’s post, here is an expanded vision document that includes what he calls BharatOS mandate, SSRI and swadeshi social networks.<h2>Can the Reserve Bank of India help the nation build tech sovereignty?</h2>The LinkedIn post said it’s time for the Indian tech sector to reinvent itself to utilise the returning expats “in a GI Joe kind of programme” as well as build its long-term tech sovereignty.It suggested that India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, send ‘₹12 trillion surplus’ to build India’s full tech stack from the ground up. While this amount is not rooted in reality, the RBI does transfer a surplus, or “dividend,” to the central government. For instance, in FY 2023-24, the RBI approved a transfer of ₹2.1 trillion to the Union Government, and in FY 2024-25, a record surplus transfer of ₹2.69 trillion was approved. The post raises a key question: Can this surplus transfer of RBI be used to help India’s tech sovereignty?Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-afraid-of-our-talent-says-piyush-goyal-after-us-h-1b-visa-fee-hike-urges-indians-to-return-innovate-in-india-1758458036830"> ‘Afraid of our talent,’ says Piyush Goyal after US H-1B visa fee hike, urges Indians to return, innovate in India</a><h2>BharatOS: Can India ‘fork’ Android (AOSP) and make it the default for all devices sold in India?</h2>A key suggestion made in the post is the forking of AOSP, or the Android Open Source Project. AOSP is the publicly available and modifiable source code for the Android operating system, developed and maintained by Google. Developers and device manufacturers can customise the code — also known as forking — to create their own Android-based products, such as custom mobile devices.The post raises a crucial question: Can India develop an AOSP-based operating system for all devices, like TVs, phones and laptops?Vishwanathan wants such an OS to be made a public good like UPI — India’s ubiquitous digital payments architecture. He urged using the HarmonyOS playbook, referring to the proprietary operating system developed by Chinese tech giant Huawei from the ground up.Vishwanathan suggested that local device manufacturers using BharatOS should get subsidies, while those clinging to Android/iOS should pay heavy duties. “Let the iPhone 17 crowd pay luxury prices,” he added in the post.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-administration-s-new-h-1b-visa-process-lottery-system-to-be-scrapped-1758696631993/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-administration-s-new-h-1b-visa-process-lottery-system-to-be-scrapped-1758696631993/embed</a><h2>A ₹100 billion fund for developers and a Desi code depository,to get away from Google Play Store and GitHub</h2>The post suggested an architecture backed by a ₹100 billion fund for developers, to help migrate out of the Google Play Store, with built-in UPI/Aadhaar integration. The post also mooted the idea of a Sovereign Source Repository of India, or SSRI, to replace dependency on the software development hosting platform GitHub.It calls for building a “massive Open Source foundation” that supports Indian languages and problems better, operating under Indian law with no DMCA takedowns or Western IP restrictions. (DMCA is the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, and IP stands for Intellectual Property.)The post suggested that government contracts should mandate SSRI usage, and that startups should get tax breaks for hosting critical code in SSRI.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-s-100-000-h-1-b-visa-fee-what-it-means-and-what-it-doesn-t-explained-1758415588544">Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1 B visa fee: What it means and what it doesn’t</a><h2>Hindustani Flow and Swadeshi Network: Time for ‘Desi’ Artificial Intelligence models&nbsp;</h2>The post also suggested what Vishwanathan called ‘Hindustani Flow.’ The idea is to make AI “Indian,” to address the content shortage in Indian languages.The Swadeshi Network, mentioned in the post, envisions social media, video, and streaming platforms that Vishwanathan termed ‘BharatConnect, BharatVideo, and BharatTube.’It also asked for a creator fund of ₹1.5 billion to make top influencers to migrate to Indian platforms.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-proposes-to-scrap-h-1b-lottery-system-proposes-visa-process-favoring-better-paid-workers-1758651587890">Trump proposes to scrap H-1B lottery system, proposes visa process favouring better-paid workers</a>&nbsp;“Start it like AIR/Doordarshan kind of model with public-funded top-notch content [like we did in the 1980s–90s],” said the post. “Eventually, the private sector can take it and fly it.” &nbsp;AIR, or All India Radio, and Doordarshan are India’s public broadcasters for radio and TV.&nbsp;The post highlighted that India has the capital, labour that includes returning high-tech talent, and a market of 1.4 billion users.“Time to stop weak-minded responses and completely rebuild our tech foundation. This isn’t about fighting America — it’s about building an India that doesn’t need anyone’s permission to innovate,” it concluded.

In a social media post, an Indian entrepreneur proposed a bold vision for India's tech sovereignty, which includes BharatOS, SSRI, Desi Artificial Intelligence, and digital platforms. Could this be the blueprint for India to reduce dependency on foreign tech giants?



Sometimes, it takes an insult to spark innovation. India and its tech workforce are at such an inflexion point, with the unjustified H-1B visa fee hike proposal and Trump tariffs meant to break the back of key sectors of the Indian economy. A US-based entrepreneur made a social media post that should make every policymaker in India sit up and take note. Balaji Vishwanathan's bold proposals are not yet in existence, but are uniquely innovative. What can be done by India, for India, to emerge as a global technology hub? Based on Vishwanathan’s post, here is an expanded vision document that includes what he calls BharatOS mandate, SSRI and swadeshi social networks. Can the Reserve Bank of India help the nation build tech sovereignty? The LinkedIn post said it’s time for the Indian tech sector to reinvent itself to utilise the returning expats “in a GI Joe kind of programme” as well as build its long-term tech sovereignty. It suggested that India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, send ‘₹12 trillion surplus’ to build India’s full tech stack from the ground up. While this amount is not rooted in reality, the RBI does transfer a surplus, or “dividend,” to the central government. For instance, in FY 2023-24, the RBI approved a transfer of ₹2.1 trillion to the Union Government, and in FY 2024-25, a record surplus transfer of ₹2.69 trillion was approved. The post raises a key question: Can this surplus transfer of RBI be used to help India’s tech sovereignty? Also read: ‘Afraid of our talent,’ says Piyush Goyal after US H-1B visa fee hike, urges Indians to return, innovate in India BharatOS: Can India ‘fork’ Android (AOSP) and make it the default for all devices sold in India? A key suggestion made in the post is the forking of AOSP, or the Android Open Source Project. AOSP is the publicly available and modifiable source code for the Android operating system, developed and maintained by Google. Developers and device manufacturers can customise the code — also known as forking — to create their own Android-based products, such as custom mobile devices. The post raises a crucial question: Can India develop an AOSP-based operating system for all devices, like TVs, phones and laptops? Vishwanathan wants such an OS to be made a public good like UPI — India’s ubiquitous digital payments architecture. He urged using the HarmonyOS playbook, referring to the proprietary operating system developed by Chinese tech giant Huawei from the ground up. Vishwanathan suggested that local device manufacturers using BharatOS should get subsidies, while those clinging to Android/iOS should pay heavy duties. “Let the iPhone 17 crowd pay luxury prices,” he added in the post. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-administration-s-new-h-1b-visa-process-lottery-system-to-be-scrapped-1758696631993/embed A ₹100 billion fund for developers and a Desi code depository,to get away from Google Play Store and GitHub The post suggested an architecture backed by a ₹100 billion fund for developers, to help migrate out of the Google Play Store, with built-in UPI/Aadhaar integration. The post also mooted the idea of a Sovereign Source Repository of India, or SSRI, to replace dependency on the software development hosting platform GitHub. It calls for building a “massive Open Source foundation” that supports Indian languages and problems better, operating under Indian law with no DMCA takedowns or Western IP restrictions. (DMCA is the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, and IP stands for Intellectual Property.) The post suggested that government contracts should mandate SSRI usage, and that startups should get tax breaks for hosting critical code in SSRI. Also read: Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1 B visa fee: What it means and what it doesn’t Hindustani Flow and Swadeshi Network: Time for ‘Desi’ Artificial Intelligence models The post also suggested what Vishwanathan called ‘Hindustani Flow.’ The idea is to make AI “Indian,” to address the content shortage in Indian languages. The Swadeshi Network, mentioned in the post, envisions social media, video, and streaming platforms that Vishwanathan termed ‘BharatConnect, BharatVideo, and BharatTube.’ It also asked for a creator fund of ₹1.5 billion to make top influencers to migrate to Indian platforms. Also read: Trump proposes to scrap H-1B lottery system, proposes visa process favouring better-paid workers “Start it like AIR/Doordarshan kind of model with public-funded top-notch content [like we did in the 1980s–90s],” said the post. “Eventually, the private sector can take it and fly it.” AIR, or All India Radio, and Doordarshan are India’s public broadcasters for radio and TV. The post highlighted that India has the capital, labour that includes returning high-tech talent, and a market of 1.4 billion users. “Time to stop weak-minded responses and completely rebuild our tech foundation. This isn’t about fighting America — it’s about building an India that doesn’t need anyone’s permission to innovate,” it concluded.

In a social media post, an Indian entrepreneur proposed a bold vision for India's tech sovereignty, which includes BharatOS, SSRI, Desi Artificial Intelligence, and digital platforms. Could this be the blueprint for India to reduce dependency on foreign tech giants?&nbsp;

Bharat OS, Bharat Tube, Hindustani Flow, Swadeshi network: You MUST READ this entrepreneur's post amid US H-1B visa backstabbing and Trump tariffs

Infection cases caused by drug-resistant ‘nightmare bacteria’ surged nearly 70% between 2019 and 2023, according to a new report from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention scientists. The findings were published on Monday in the Annals of Internal Medicine, in which researchers noted that the rise was largely attributed to bacteria carrying the NDM gene, which makes infections extremely difficult to treat.&nbsp;Currently, only two antibiotics are effective for infections, but these drugs are expensive and must be administered through an IV. Initially considered rare and linked mostly to patients who had received treatment abroad, these bacteria are now appearing more frequently within the United States. Although the overall number of cases remains relatively small, the CDC report highlighted that infections linked to the NDM gene have increased more than fivefold in recent years, as per the US News.<h3>What is 'Nightmare Bacteria'?</h3>Nightmare Bacteria is a term which mostly refers to the bacteria group known as Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE). It includes pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. When all other options have been exhausted, these bacteria are resistant to the antibiotics carbapenems, which are frequently reserved for severe infections.&nbsp;The primary factor behind the recent rise in the US is the spread of bacteria carrying the NDM gene (New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase), which enables them to block the effects of multiple antibiotic medications by neutralising them, as per the report in CNBC TV18.<h3>What are the early signs of infection of 'Nightmare Bacteria'?</h3>The early signs of CRE infections are quite challenging as their symptoms frequently appear similar to those of more common bacterial diseases. Warning signs differ depending on how far the infection has progressed. In urinary tract infections, patients may experience fever, cloudy urine, painful urination, and frequent urges to pass urine. Lung infections such as pneumonia often present with coughing, chest discomfort, fever, and shortness of breath.&nbsp;In cases where the infection spreads to the bloodstream and causes sepsis, symptoms may include a rapid heartbeat, chills, high fever, low blood pressure, and mental confusion. Since these indicators often resemble those of other medical conditions, laboratory tests are essential for accurate detection. Any delay in confirming the diagnosis can make effective treatment considerably more difficult.&nbsp;

The major cause of the current rise in the US is bacteria with the NDM gene (New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase), which allows bacteria to render multiple antibiotic medications ineffective by neutralising them

Infection cases caused by drug-resistant ‘nightmare bacteria’ surged nearly 70% between 2019 and 2023, according to a new report from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention scientists. The findings were published on Monday in the Annals of Internal Medicine, in which researchers noted that the rise was largely attributed to bacteria carrying the NDM gene, which makes infections extremely difficult to treat. Currently, only two antibiotics are effective for infections, but these drugs are expensive and must be administered through an IV. Initially considered rare and linked mostly to patients who had received treatment abroad, these bacteria are now appearing more frequently within the United States. Although the overall number of cases remains relatively small, the CDC report highlighted that infections linked to the NDM gene have increased more than fivefold in recent years, as per the US News. What is 'Nightmare Bacteria'? Nightmare Bacteria is a term which mostly refers to the bacteria group known as Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE). It includes pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. When all other options have been exhausted, these bacteria are resistant to the antibiotics carbapenems, which are frequently reserved for severe infections. The primary factor behind the recent rise in the US is the spread of bacteria carrying the NDM gene (New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase), which enables them to block the effects of multiple antibiotic medications by neutralising them, as per the report in CNBC TV18. What are the early signs of infection of 'Nightmare Bacteria'? The early signs of CRE infections are quite challenging as their symptoms frequently appear similar to those of more common bacterial diseases. Warning signs differ depending on how far the infection has progressed. In urinary tract infections, patients may experience fever, cloudy urine, painful urination, and frequent urges to pass urine. Lung infections such as pneumonia often present with coughing, chest discomfort, fever, and shortness of breath. In cases where the infection spreads to the bloodstream and causes sepsis, symptoms may include a rapid heartbeat, chills, high fever, low blood pressure, and mental confusion. Since these indicators often resemble those of other medical conditions, laboratory tests are essential for accurate detection. Any delay in confirming the diagnosis can make effective treatment considerably more difficult.

The primary factor behind the recent rise in the US is the spread of bacteria carrying the NDM gene (New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase), which enables them to block the effects of multiple antibiotic medications by neutralising them.

What is Nightmare Bacteria? Drug-resistant pathogens are rapidly increasing in the US

US President Donald Trump's wife, First Lady Melania Trump, as per reports, has rejected Ukrainian First Lady Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska's request to meet at the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) despite repeated requests. This comes as the United Nations General Assembly's high-level week opened in New York on Tuesday (Sep 23) with about 150 world leaders in attendance. Despite that, on the sidelines, the expected meeting between US First Lady Melania Trump and Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska never took place, despite repeated requests from Kyiv.<h2>What happened?</h2>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's wife has reportedly reached out to Melania multiple times to set up a meeting, but the US first lady has decided against a sit-down, according to reports.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/white-house-claims-un-staffers-tried-to-humiliate-trump-with-escalatorgate-at-unga-un-replies-1758682328512">White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies</a>According to the New York Post, Melania Trump’s senior adviser Marc Beckman said Zelenska had reached out “several times,” to arrange a bilateral meeting. “The truth is that Mrs. Zelenskaya has reached out to Melania several times to set up a meeting, but there's no bilateral meeting. There’s nothing formal,” Beckman said. “As our first lady is very polite, she’s going to say hello today, but there’s no sit-down, substantive conversation set, no meeting set,” he added.<h2>Why did Zelenska want to meet Trump?</h2>The Ukrainian first lady had hoped to use the meeting to draw attention to the plight of children allegedly abducted by Russia during the war, an issue central to her international advocacy. On Tuesday, Zelenska told an audience in New York that at the current pace, it would take 50 years to return all the children taken to Russia, and said, “These children cannot await a lifetime”. So far, she said, only 1,625 have been brought back.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/emmanuel-macron-pokes-fun-at-trump-s-nobel-peace-prize-dream-says-you-ll-get-one-when-1758697284585">Emmanuel Macron pokes fun at Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, says you'll get one only when...</a>While Melania Trump had earlier signalled openness to Ukrainian children's plight, on the UNGA sidelines, instead of meeting Zelenska, she hosted a reception for world leaders’ spouses. There, she unveiled a new coalition on children’s well-being and technology safety called “Fostering the Future Together.” The initiative, framed as a think tank-style effort, aims to promote education, innovation, and safeguards around AI, robotics and blockchain.Trump’s brief four-minute appearance — in which she urged other first spouses to “safeguard healthy environments for our children” — ended without her greeting counterparts individually. Zelenska, who had been standing at the front of the room, was later seen waiting quietly near an elevator.

Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska's request for a bilateral meeting with US First Lady Melania Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York was reportedly turned down. Here's all we know.

US President Donald Trump's wife, First Lady Melania Trump, as per reports, has rejected Ukrainian First Lady Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska's request to meet at the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) despite repeated requests. This comes as the United Nations General Assembly's high-level week opened in New York on Tuesday (Sep 23) with about 150 world leaders in attendance. Despite that, on the sidelines, the expected meeting between US First Lady Melania Trump and Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska never took place, despite repeated requests from Kyiv. What happened? Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's wife has reportedly reached out to Melania multiple times to set up a meeting, but the US first lady has decided against a sit-down, according to reports. Also read | White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies According to the New York Post, Melania Trump’s senior adviser Marc Beckman said Zelenska had reached out “several times,” to arrange a bilateral meeting. “The truth is that Mrs. Zelenskaya has reached out to Melania several times to set up a meeting, but there's no bilateral meeting. There’s nothing formal,” Beckman said. “As our first lady is very polite, she’s going to say hello today, but there’s no sit-down, substantive conversation set, no meeting set,” he added. Why did Zelenska want to meet Trump? The Ukrainian first lady had hoped to use the meeting to draw attention to the plight of children allegedly abducted by Russia during the war, an issue central to her international advocacy. On Tuesday, Zelenska told an audience in New York that at the current pace, it would take 50 years to return all the children taken to Russia, and said, “These children cannot await a lifetime”. So far, she said, only 1,625 have been brought back. Also read | Emmanuel Macron pokes fun at Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, says you'll get one only when... While Melania Trump had earlier signalled openness to Ukrainian children's plight, on the UNGA sidelines, instead of meeting Zelenska, she hosted a reception for world leaders’ spouses. There, she unveiled a new coalition on children’s well-being and technology safety called “Fostering the Future Together.” The initiative, framed as a think tank-style effort, aims to promote education, innovation, and safeguards around AI, robotics and blockchain. Trump’s brief four-minute appearance — in which she urged other first spouses to “safeguard healthy environments for our children” — ended without her greeting counterparts individually. Zelenska, who had been standing at the front of the room, was later seen waiting quietly near an elevator.

Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska's request for a bilateral meeting with US First Lady Melania Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York was reportedly turned down. Here's all we know.

Melania Trump snubs Olena Zelenska at UNGA; ignores Ukrainian first lady’s plea for abducted children

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Sep 24) poked fun at US President Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, challenging him to strong-arm Israel into stopping its war on Gaza. In an interview with a French channel, Macron also defended his country's decision to recognise the Palestinian state, while refuting Trump's assertion that it was a "reward" for Palestinian militants Hamas.<h2>Macron takes a dig at Trump?</h2>Talking to French channel BFMTV, Emmanuel Macron addressed Trump's repeated desire to win a Nobel Peace Prize and called on the POTUS to put pressure on Israel and its President Benjamin Netanyahu to get the award.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-warns-un-against-letting-survival-of-the-fittest-define-world-order-a-dig-at-trump-1758674204290">Macron warns UN against letting 'survival of the fittest' define world order. A dig at Trump's 'America First' vision?</a>"I see a US president who is active, who wants peace… who wants the Nobel Peace Prize," said Macron, adding that the Nobel Peace Prize was possible only "if you stop this war". Incidentally, just hours earlier, Trump, in his address to the UNGA, had once again insisted that he "ended seven un-endable wars," a feat for which he has repeatedly said he deserved a Nobel.The French president also noted that it was necessary to "put pressure" on the government of Israel so that it would "stop this war and obtain the release of the 48 hostages". "It’s possible, nothing is pre-ordained," he insisted.Defending France's decision to recognise the Palestinian state, Macron said that it was a way to "isolate" Hamas, because it bolsters the Palestinian Authority. Macron's statement comes amid increasing international frustration over Trump dragging his feet in sanctioning Russia or putting pressure on Israel, forcing Netanyahu's hand into ending military operations in Gaza.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/white-house-claims-un-staffers-tried-to-humiliate-trump-with-escalatorgate-at-unga-un-replies-1758682328512">White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies</a><h2>What did Trump say about Macron's comments?</h2>According to a Politico report, when asked about Macron's comments on his desire for a Nobel Peace Prize, Trump only said that it was "altogether" about ending war in Gaza and Ukraine. In his speech, he had said, "We have to stop the war in Gaza immediately", and that he was deeply engaged in trying to secure a ceasefire.For months, Trump has been insisting that he should get the coveted Nobel Peace Prize — an honour bestowed upon four of his predecessors, including Barack Obama. Recently, speaking at the American Cornerstone Institute Founder's Dinner on Saturday (Sep 21), he said he should be honoured with seven Nobel Prizes, one each for "ending seven wars". &nbsp;

French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a challenge to US President Donald Trump, suggesting that if he wanted to win the Nobel Peace Prize, he must first…

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Sep 24) poked fun at US President Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, challenging him to strong-arm Israel into stopping its war on Gaza. In an interview with a French channel, Macron also defended his country's decision to recognise the Palestinian state, while refuting Trump's assertion that it was a "reward" for Palestinian militants Hamas. Macron takes a dig at Trump? Talking to French channel BFMTV, Emmanuel Macron addressed Trump's repeated desire to win a Nobel Peace Prize and called on the POTUS to put pressure on Israel and its President Benjamin Netanyahu to get the award. Also read | Macron warns UN against letting 'survival of the fittest' define world order. A dig at Trump's 'America First' vision? "I see a US president who is active, who wants peace… who wants the Nobel Peace Prize," said Macron, adding that the Nobel Peace Prize was possible only "if you stop this war". Incidentally, just hours earlier, Trump, in his address to the UNGA, had once again insisted that he "ended seven un-endable wars," a feat for which he has repeatedly said he deserved a Nobel. The French president also noted that it was necessary to "put pressure" on the government of Israel so that it would "stop this war and obtain the release of the 48 hostages". "It’s possible, nothing is pre-ordained," he insisted. Defending France's decision to recognise the Palestinian state, Macron said that it was a way to "isolate" Hamas, because it bolsters the Palestinian Authority. Macron's statement comes amid increasing international frustration over Trump dragging his feet in sanctioning Russia or putting pressure on Israel, forcing Netanyahu's hand into ending military operations in Gaza. Also read | White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies What did Trump say about Macron's comments? According to a Politico report, when asked about Macron's comments on his desire for a Nobel Peace Prize, Trump only said that it was "altogether" about ending war in Gaza and Ukraine. In his speech, he had said, "We have to stop the war in Gaza immediately", and that he was deeply engaged in trying to secure a ceasefire. For months, Trump has been insisting that he should get the coveted Nobel Peace Prize — an honour bestowed upon four of his predecessors, including Barack Obama. Recently, speaking at the American Cornerstone Institute Founder's Dinner on Saturday (Sep 21), he said he should be honoured with seven Nobel Prizes, one each for "ending seven wars".

French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a challenge to US President Donald Trump, suggesting that if he wanted to win the Nobel Peace Prize, he must first…

Emmanuel Macron pokes fun at Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, says you'll get one only when...

India’s main nuclear research centre, the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) in Mumbai, is building a new reactor. This reactor is expected to produce 200 MWe (megawatt electric) and will be used in the next generation of Navy submarines. With this, submarines will be able to stay longer at sea without needing to return to base.According to a Times of India report (September 21), a BARC scientist confirmed this “top-secret” project. The new reactor will be fitted on India’s upcoming S5 Nuclear Submarine and the six planned Nuclear Attack Submarines (Project 77).<h2>Nuclear Submarines Explained</h2>A nuclear submarine uses a nuclear reactor for power, which lets it stay underwater for months without refuelling. It is mainly about long endurance and silent movement. Such submarines may or may not carry nuclear weapons—some only carry torpedoes or conventional missiles for defence.<h2>How the New Reactor Works</h2>The new reactor is a pressurised light-water type that uses enriched uranium as fuel. Here, ordinary water is used to cool the reactor and control the heat, but it is kept under very high pressure so it does not boil, even at high temperatures. This matters because liquid water is much better than steam at carrying away heat. Using enriched uranium makes the reactor produce more energy than normal uranium, which helps the submarine remain powerful, efficient, safe, and stable while operating underwater for long periods.&nbsp;Enriched uranium means uranium that has been specially treated to increase the amount of a substance called U-235. Normal uranium found in nature has only a small amount of U-235, which is the part that gives energy in a reactor. By increasing (enriching) the U-235 level, the fuel becomes much more powerful and efficient, making it suitable for nuclear submarines and power plants.<h2>Reactor Design Ready for Production</h2>The reactor’s design and computer testing are finished, and now it is ready for production, according to a report by Defence.in.The new reactor is highly fuel-efficient and can run for up to ten years before it needs refuelling. Here, the nuclear fuel is enriched uranium. So, refuelling means taking out the used enriched uranium from the reactor and putting in fresh enriched uranium to keep producing power. This process is rare because enriched uranium lasts for many years before it runs out.This technological upgrade is a strategic step to strengthen India’s defences as China’s nuclear naval power continues to grow. India’s submarines INS Arihant and INS Arighaat use a small 83 MWe nuclear reactor. This limits how long they can stay underwater and also reduces mission duration. The 83 MWe nuclear reactors on INS Arihant and INS Arighaat were built by BARC.&nbsp;The first design came with Russian help, and then BARC developed the small reactor under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project for nuclear submarines. The third submarine, INS Aridhaman, is now undergoing trials, and it also uses the same reactor type.The new reactor will produce 200 MWe, making it almost twice as powerful and expected to double the submarine’s capabilities. This upgrade will let India’s next-generation submarines stay in the deep oceans for longer, with better operational strength and the ability to take on long, sustained missions.The S5-class submarine is India’s next-generation ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) with a huge size of 13,000 tons. An SSBN is a nuclear-powered submarine that carries ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads. The letters mean: Ship, Submersible, Ballistic, Nuclear. These submarines can stay hidden deep underwater for long periods and are mainly used to give a country a strong second-strike ability in case of a nuclear attack. These powerful submarines will carry 12 to 16 K-5 submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), each with a range of 5,000 km (3,106 miles), reports online publication Interesting Engineering.India wants to protect its interests in the highly contested Indo-Pacific region. This development is a big step for India to match and counter China’s growing submarine fleet, which now has more advanced technologies. China’s submarine force is expected to become the largest in the world by 2030, even surpassing the United States in numbers.The Indian government focuses on nuclear submarines because they are part of the nuclear triad. The nuclear triad means three ways to launch nuclear weapons — from the land (missiles), from the air (bombers), and from the sea (submarines). These submarines provide a survivable and mobile platform to launch a retaliatory or second-strike attack, which is a key part of nuclear deterrence. This sea-based part of the triad works along with the land-based missiles of the Army and the air-based weapons of the Air Force. It ensures a nuclear response can still be made even if one or two parts of the triad are destroyed in a first strike.According to Atomic Energy Commission Chairman A. K. Mohanty at the 69th IAEA conference in Vienna, BARC is designing several other reactors, according to reports. This includes a larger 555 MWe nuclear reactor and a High Temperature Gas Cooled Reactor that can make clean hydrogen when linked to a thermochemical plant.The Indian Navy plans to buy four large Landing Platform Dock (LPD) warships. These ships can launch fixed-wing naval drones and act as command-and-control centres for long offshore operations.

India's Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is developing a new nuclear reactor that will be used in the country's next-generation submarines, significantly boosting the Indian Navy's capabilities.

India’s main nuclear research centre, the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) in Mumbai, is building a new reactor. This reactor is expected to produce 200 MWe (megawatt electric) and will be used in the next generation of Navy submarines. With this, submarines will be able to stay longer at sea without needing to return to base. According to a Times of India report (September 21), a BARC scientist confirmed this “top-secret” project. The new reactor will be fitted on India’s upcoming S5 Nuclear Submarine and the six planned Nuclear Attack Submarines (Project 77). Nuclear Submarines Explained A nuclear submarine uses a nuclear reactor for power, which lets it stay underwater for months without refuelling. It is mainly about long endurance and silent movement. Such submarines may or may not carry nuclear weapons—some only carry torpedoes or conventional missiles for defence. How the New Reactor Works The new reactor is a pressurised light-water type that uses enriched uranium as fuel. Here, ordinary water is used to cool the reactor and control the heat, but it is kept under very high pressure so it does not boil, even at high temperatures. This matters because liquid water is much better than steam at carrying away heat. Using enriched uranium makes the reactor produce more energy than normal uranium, which helps the submarine remain powerful, efficient, safe, and stable while operating underwater for long periods. Enriched uranium means uranium that has been specially treated to increase the amount of a substance called U-235. Normal uranium found in nature has only a small amount of U-235, which is the part that gives energy in a reactor. By increasing (enriching) the U-235 level, the fuel becomes much more powerful and efficient, making it suitable for nuclear submarines and power plants. Reactor Design Ready for Production The reactor’s design and computer testing are finished, and now it is ready for production, according to a report by Defence.in. The new reactor is highly fuel-efficient and can run for up to ten years before it needs refuelling. Here, the nuclear fuel is enriched uranium. So, refuelling means taking out the used enriched uranium from the reactor and putting in fresh enriched uranium to keep producing power. This process is rare because enriched uranium lasts for many years before it runs out. This technological upgrade is a strategic step to strengthen India’s defences as China’s nuclear naval power continues to grow. India’s submarines INS Arihant and INS Arighaat use a small 83 MWe nuclear reactor. This limits how long they can stay underwater and also reduces mission duration. The 83 MWe nuclear reactors on INS Arihant and INS Arighaat were built by BARC. The first design came with Russian help, and then BARC developed the small reactor under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project for nuclear submarines. The third submarine, INS Aridhaman, is now undergoing trials, and it also uses the same reactor type. The new reactor will produce 200 MWe, making it almost twice as powerful and expected to double the submarine’s capabilities. This upgrade will let India’s next-generation submarines stay in the deep oceans for longer, with better operational strength and the ability to take on long, sustained missions. The S5-class submarine is India’s next-generation ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) with a huge size of 13,000 tons. An SSBN is a nuclear-powered submarine that carries ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads. The letters mean: Ship, Submersible, Ballistic, Nuclear. These submarines can stay hidden deep underwater for long periods and are mainly used to give a country a strong second-strike ability in case of a nuclear attack. These powerful submarines will carry 12 to 16 K-5 submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), each with a range of 5,000 km (3,106 miles), reports online publication Interesting Engineering. India wants to protect its interests in the highly contested Indo-Pacific region. This development is a big step for India to match and counter China’s growing submarine fleet, which now has more advanced technologies. China’s submarine force is expected to become the largest in the world by 2030, even surpassing the United States in numbers. The Indian government focuses on nuclear submarines because they are part of the nuclear triad. The nuclear triad means three ways to launch nuclear weapons — from the land (missiles), from the air (bombers), and from the sea (submarines). These submarines provide a survivable and mobile platform to launch a retaliatory or second-strike attack, which is a key part of nuclear deterrence. This sea-based part of the triad works along with the land-based missiles of the Army and the air-based weapons of the Air Force. It ensures a nuclear response can still be made even if one or two parts of the triad are destroyed in a first strike. According to Atomic Energy Commission Chairman A. K. Mohanty at the 69th IAEA conference in Vienna, BARC is designing several other reactors, according to reports. This includes a larger 555 MWe nuclear reactor and a High Temperature Gas Cooled Reactor that can make clean hydrogen when linked to a thermochemical plant. The Indian Navy plans to buy four large Landing Platform Dock (LPD) warships. These ships can launch fixed-wing naval drones and act as command-and-control centres for long offshore operations.

India's Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is developing a new nuclear reactor that will be used in the country's next-generation submarines, significantly boosting the Indian Navy's capabilities.

Powering the deep: India's next-gen submarines to get a massive 200 MWe boost

US President Donald Trump brushed off what he called "a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter" during his Tuesday (Sep 23) appearance at the United Nations, but the White House is taking the incidents seriously. Slamming the mishap as "purposeful" attempts to humiliate Trump, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced that an investigation has been launched to determine whether the escalator malfunction was deliberate. Speaking to Fox News, Leavitt insisted that "there better be accountability for those people," and vowed that she will "personally see to it".<h2>Escalatorgate: What happened?</h2>Footage from showed Trump and First Lady Melania stepping onto an escalator at UN headquarters in New York, only for it to abruptly stop after a short distance. Trump laughed it off, joking that if the First Lady "wasn't in great shape, she would have fallen."Later, during his UNGA address, Trump's teleprompter also suffered a malfunction, and the POTUS linked the incidents, jokingly, to what he called the UN’s broader failings.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-poor-young-people-killed-colombia-at-unga-demands-criminal-case-against-trump-over-deadly-strikes-on-venezuelan-boats-1758671634022">Colombia at UNGA demands criminal case against Trump. Here's why</a>“Whoever is operating this teleprompter is in big trouble,” he said, before launching into his address criticizing the UN. He said the global body had failed to support his peace efforts and added that despite ending seven wars, he never received a call from the organization.“These are the two things I got from the United Nations: a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter. Thank you very much,” Trump quipped.<h2>White House claims malice, says we'll find those responsible for the malfunctions</h2>“If we find that these were UN and staffers who were purposefully trying to trip up, literally, trip up the President and the First Lady of the United States, well, there better be accountability for those people,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News Tuesday evening. “I will personally see to it.”The White House then pointed to an earlier report in the Times of London suggesting that UN staffers had joked that they would shut off the escalators and "tell him (Trump) they ran out of money" amid US funding cuts. Conservative commentators and other officials also speculated about a potential plot against the president, reports AFP.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-warns-un-against-letting-survival-of-the-fittest-define-world-order-a-dig-at-trump-1758674204290">Macron at UN warns against 'survival of the fittest' world order. Dig at Trump?</a><h2>UN responds to sabotage rumours</h2>The UN, however, offered a more mundane explanation. Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said the escalator had triggered a built-in safety mechanism after someone filming the arrival accidentally set off the sensor at the top. “A subsequent investigation, including a readout of the machine's central processing unit, indicated that the escalator had stopped after a built-in safety mechanism on the comb step was triggered at the top of the escalator,” Dujarric said. The escalator was quickly reset and returned to service.The UN, however, declined to comment on the Teleprompter malfunction, noting that it is operated by the White House.<h2>Was Trump sabotaged at the UN?</h2>AFP, citing its reporters, stated that the escalators at UN headquarters are frequently out of order, suggesting the mishaps were likely coincidental rather than targeted.&nbsp;

Following what President Donald Trump called "a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter" at the United Nations, the White House has announced an investigation into the incidents, claiming that they may have been deliberate acts of sabotage. All you need to know.

US President Donald Trump brushed off what he called "a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter" during his Tuesday (Sep 23) appearance at the United Nations, but the White House is taking the incidents seriously. Slamming the mishap as "purposeful" attempts to humiliate Trump, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced that an investigation has been launched to determine whether the escalator malfunction was deliberate. Speaking to Fox News, Leavitt insisted that "there better be accountability for those people," and vowed that she will "personally see to it". Escalatorgate: What happened? Footage from showed Trump and First Lady Melania stepping onto an escalator at UN headquarters in New York, only for it to abruptly stop after a short distance. Trump laughed it off, joking that if the First Lady "wasn't in great shape, she would have fallen." Later, during his UNGA address, Trump's teleprompter also suffered a malfunction, and the POTUS linked the incidents, jokingly, to what he called the UN’s broader failings. Also read | Colombia at UNGA demands criminal case against Trump. Here's why “Whoever is operating this teleprompter is in big trouble,” he said, before launching into his address criticizing the UN. He said the global body had failed to support his peace efforts and added that despite ending seven wars, he never received a call from the organization. “These are the two things I got from the United Nations: a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter. Thank you very much,” Trump quipped. White House claims malice, says we'll find those responsible for the malfunctions “If we find that these were UN and staffers who were purposefully trying to trip up, literally, trip up the President and the First Lady of the United States, well, there better be accountability for those people,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News Tuesday evening. “I will personally see to it.” The White House then pointed to an earlier report in the Times of London suggesting that UN staffers had joked that they would shut off the escalators and "tell him (Trump) they ran out of money" amid US funding cuts. Conservative commentators and other officials also speculated about a potential plot against the president, reports AFP. Also read | Macron at UN warns against 'survival of the fittest' world order. Dig at Trump? UN responds to sabotage rumours The UN, however, offered a more mundane explanation. Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said the escalator had triggered a built-in safety mechanism after someone filming the arrival accidentally set off the sensor at the top. “A subsequent investigation, including a readout of the machine's central processing unit, indicated that the escalator had stopped after a built-in safety mechanism on the comb step was triggered at the top of the escalator,” Dujarric said. The escalator was quickly reset and returned to service. The UN, however, declined to comment on the Teleprompter malfunction, noting that it is operated by the White House. Was Trump sabotaged at the UN? AFP, citing its reporters, stated that the escalators at UN headquarters are frequently out of order, suggesting the mishaps were likely coincidental rather than targeted.

Following what President Donald Trump called "a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter" at the United Nations, the White House has announced an investigation into the incidents, claiming that they may have been deliberate acts of sabotage. All you need to know.

White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies

French President Emmanuel Macron used his address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 23) to draw a stark contrast with US President Donald Trump's "America First" vision of international politics, urging countries not to fall into a "survival of the fittest" mindset. Macron, who spoke just hours after Trump railed against the UN and boasted of US power, cast himself as a defender of multilateralism and international law. He said the biggest danger facing the global order today is the rise of selfishness among powerful nations. “That is the major risk of our time... a risk of seeing the survival of the fittest,” he said. “It is the risk of seeing the selfishness of a few prevail.”<h2>'Anti-game of some people'</h2>Macron argued that growing divisions were paralysing the international system, leaving conflicts unresolved and making it harder to tackle global challenges like climate change, pandemics, and war. “The anti-game of some people makes it almost impossible for our organisation to be collectively effective,” he warned. “They’re playing against us. We need to work together to get back to that collective multilateralism,” he added.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-poor-young-people-killed-colombia-at-unga-demands-criminal-case-against-trump-over-deadly-strikes-on-venezuelan-boats-1758671634022">‘Poor young people killed’: Colombia at UNGA demands criminal case against Trump. Here's why</a>Macron marked the UN's 80th anniversary by calling for a return to the spirit of cooperation that inspired its founding after World War II. “The world's complexity is not a reason to throw in the towel on our principles and our ambitions,” he said. “To a certain extent, ours is a moment of paradox. We need more than ever before to restore the spirit of cooperation that prevailed 80 years ago.”Future generations must have the “right to dream” insisted the French president.<h2>Macron defends France's support of Ukraine</h2>The French president also addressed two major crises head-on. He defended France’s continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s invasion, welcoming what he described as a shift in Trump’s tone on Kyiv. “I welcome the fact that the president of the USA believes in Ukraine's ability,” Macron said.He also spotlighted his government’s decision this week to formally recognise a Palestinian state, calling on other nations to follow suit. Peace in the Middle East, he argued, requires reciprocal recognition: “Palestinian state, which is demilitarised [and] which recognises Israel, [and] an Israeli state, which recognises the state of Palestine.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-blasts-united-nations-for-being-ineffective-says-empty-words-don-t-help-end-wars-1758639253574">Trump blasts UN for being ineffective, says ‘empty words don’t help end wars’</a><h2>ICJ and ICC's authority must be respected, insists Macron at UNGA</h2>Macron pressed countries to back the authority of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ), saying their rulings are essential to preventing “might is right” from replacing the rule of law. “Let us support the ICC fight against impunity. Let us allow the orders of the ICJ to be implemented; their rulings be upheld,” he said in what was a clear dig at several countries that have recently dismissed ICC arrest orders against Russian and Israeli officials for their actions in the war in Ukraine and Gaza. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu and Russian President Vladimir Putin are among the officials who have ICC arrest warrants issued against them.&nbsp;

In his address at the United Nations General Assembly, French President Emmanuel Macron drew a sharp contrast with President Donald Trump's "America First" vision, urging nations to reject a "survival of the fittest" mindset and embrace a return to multilateralism.

French President Emmanuel Macron used his address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 23) to draw a stark contrast with US President Donald Trump's "America First" vision of international politics, urging countries not to fall into a "survival of the fittest" mindset. Macron, who spoke just hours after Trump railed against the UN and boasted of US power, cast himself as a defender of multilateralism and international law. He said the biggest danger facing the global order today is the rise of selfishness among powerful nations. “That is the major risk of our time... a risk of seeing the survival of the fittest,” he said. “It is the risk of seeing the selfishness of a few prevail.” 'Anti-game of some people' Macron argued that growing divisions were paralysing the international system, leaving conflicts unresolved and making it harder to tackle global challenges like climate change, pandemics, and war. “The anti-game of some people makes it almost impossible for our organisation to be collectively effective,” he warned. “They’re playing against us. We need to work together to get back to that collective multilateralism,” he added. Also read | ‘Poor young people killed’: Colombia at UNGA demands criminal case against Trump. Here's why Macron marked the UN's 80th anniversary by calling for a return to the spirit of cooperation that inspired its founding after World War II. “The world's complexity is not a reason to throw in the towel on our principles and our ambitions,” he said. “To a certain extent, ours is a moment of paradox. We need more than ever before to restore the spirit of cooperation that prevailed 80 years ago.” Future generations must have the “right to dream” insisted the French president. Macron defends France's support of Ukraine The French president also addressed two major crises head-on. He defended France’s continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s invasion, welcoming what he described as a shift in Trump’s tone on Kyiv. “I welcome the fact that the president of the USA believes in Ukraine's ability,” Macron said. He also spotlighted his government’s decision this week to formally recognise a Palestinian state, calling on other nations to follow suit. Peace in the Middle East, he argued, requires reciprocal recognition: “Palestinian state, which is demilitarised [and] which recognises Israel, [and] an Israeli state, which recognises the state of Palestine.” Also read | Trump blasts UN for being ineffective, says ‘empty words don’t help end wars’ ICJ and ICC's authority must be respected, insists Macron at UNGA Macron pressed countries to back the authority of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ), saying their rulings are essential to preventing “might is right” from replacing the rule of law. “Let us support the ICC fight against impunity. Let us allow the orders of the ICJ to be implemented; their rulings be upheld,” he said in what was a clear dig at several countries that have recently dismissed ICC arrest orders against Russian and Israeli officials for their actions in the war in Ukraine and Gaza. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu and Russian President Vladimir Putin are among the officials who have ICC arrest warrants issued against them.

In his address at the United Nations General Assembly, French President Emmanuel Macron drew a sharp contrast with President Donald Trump's "America First" vision, urging nations to reject a "survival of the fittest" mindset and embrace a return to multilateralism.

Macron warns UN against letting 'survival of the fittest' define world order. A dig at Trump's 'America First' vision?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro used his speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 23) to deliver an extraordinary demand. He demanded that US President Donald Trump must face a criminal investigation for ordering strikes on boats in the Caribbean that killed more than a dozen people in recent days. According to Petro, those killed were unarmed “poor young people,” some of them believed to be Colombian, who died when US forces attacked at least three vessels in waters off Venezuela. Trump has described the operations as part of the US's campaign against drug trafficking and against 'narcoterrorists'. However, UN experts have already labelled the killings “extrajudicial executions.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-genocide-is-continuing-in-gaza-turkish-president-erdogan-slams-israel-at-unga-1758650855200">‘Genocide is continuing in Gaza’: Turkish President Erdogan slams Israel at UNGA</a><h2>What Trump said about the strikes on Venezuelan boats in international waters</h2>Trump, speaking earlier at the same forum, made no apologies for the deadly raids. Instead, he doubled down. “To every terrorist thug smuggling poisonous drugs into the United States of America, please be warned that we will blow you out of existence,” he said, vowing to escalate the fight.The US president has deployed eight warships and a submarine to the southern Caribbean in what US officials say is the region’s largest deployment in years. This has raised fears of an invasion in Venezuela.In Caracas, President Nicolás Maduro has accused Trump of plotting regime change, reviving memories of Washington’s failed push to oust him during Trump’s first term. According to AFP, thousands of Venezuelans have joined civilian militias to bolster the country’s defences against what Maduro describes as the looming US “threat.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-yes-i-do-trump-agrees-nato-countries-should-shoot-down-russian-aircraft-violating-their-airspace-1758650395757">‘Yes I do’: Trump agrees NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft</a><h2>Criminal process must be initiated against Trump and officials included in strikes: Petro</h2>Petro, whose nation is the world’s largest cocaine producer, insisted the US strikes disproportionately hit "young people who simply wanted to escape poverty". “A criminal process must be initiated against those officials who are from the United States. This includes the senior official who gave the order, President Trump,” he declared.The call for accountability comes against a backdrop of fraying ties between Bogotá and Washington. Just last week, the Trump administration formally decertified Colombia as a reliable ally in the drug war, though it stopped short of imposing economic sanctions.&nbsp;

During a speech at the UN General Assembly, Colombian President Gustavo Petro called for a "criminal process" to be opened against US President Donald Trump for authorising military strikes on alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro used his speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 23) to deliver an extraordinary demand. He demanded that US President Donald Trump must face a criminal investigation for ordering strikes on boats in the Caribbean that killed more than a dozen people in recent days. According to Petro, those killed were unarmed “poor young people,” some of them believed to be Colombian, who died when US forces attacked at least three vessels in waters off Venezuela. Trump has described the operations as part of the US's campaign against drug trafficking and against 'narcoterrorists'. However, UN experts have already labelled the killings “extrajudicial executions.” Also read | ‘Genocide is continuing in Gaza’: Turkish President Erdogan slams Israel at UNGA What Trump said about the strikes on Venezuelan boats in international waters Trump, speaking earlier at the same forum, made no apologies for the deadly raids. Instead, he doubled down. “To every terrorist thug smuggling poisonous drugs into the United States of America, please be warned that we will blow you out of existence,” he said, vowing to escalate the fight. The US president has deployed eight warships and a submarine to the southern Caribbean in what US officials say is the region’s largest deployment in years. This has raised fears of an invasion in Venezuela. In Caracas, President Nicolás Maduro has accused Trump of plotting regime change, reviving memories of Washington’s failed push to oust him during Trump’s first term. According to AFP, thousands of Venezuelans have joined civilian militias to bolster the country’s defences against what Maduro describes as the looming US “threat.” Also read | ‘Yes I do’: Trump agrees NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft Criminal process must be initiated against Trump and officials included in strikes: Petro Petro, whose nation is the world’s largest cocaine producer, insisted the US strikes disproportionately hit "young people who simply wanted to escape poverty". “A criminal process must be initiated against those officials who are from the United States. This includes the senior official who gave the order, President Trump,” he declared. The call for accountability comes against a backdrop of fraying ties between Bogotá and Washington. Just last week, the Trump administration formally decertified Colombia as a reliable ally in the drug war, though it stopped short of imposing economic sanctions.

During a speech at the UN General Assembly, Colombian President Gustavo Petro called for a "criminal process" to be opened against US President Donald Trump for authorising military strikes on alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean.

‘Poor young people killed’: Colombia at UNGA demands criminal case against Trump. Here's why

Ever wondered which countries have the largest railway networks? According to Global Firepower, here is the list of top countries with the most extensive railway systems, spanning thousands of kilometers and playing a vital role in global transport and trade.

Know the top 7 countries with the largest train networks

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially announced that the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, across India. The exam remains the gateway for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs across 26 participating NLUs.<h3>What is CLAT?</h3>CLAT stands for the Common Law Admission Test. It is a national-level entrance examination organised by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for entry into the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs at India's National Law Universities (NLUs). Scores of this exam are used for admission to the 5-year integrated LLB (UG) and one-year LL.M (PG) programs at the 26 participating NLUs. However, private colleges that allow entry into law courses also accept the scores.<h3>What are the eligibility criteria for the CLAT exam?</h3>Undergraduate (UG) eligibility&nbsp;Educational Qualifications: One should have passed the 10+2 or an equivalent exam.Minimum Marks: The minimum marks for UG must be 45% and 40% of marks or equivalent in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories.Age Limit: There is no upper age limit.Appearing Candidates: Those appearing for their qualifying exam in March/April 2026 are also eligible to apply.&nbsp;Postgraduate (PG) eligibility&nbsp;<ul><li>Educational Qualifications: Must have an LLB degree or its equivalent.</li><li>Minimum Marks: The minimum marks for PG must be 50% and 45% marks or equivalent grade in case of candidates falling in SC/ST/PwD categories.</li><li>Age Limit: There is no upper age limit.</li><li>Appearing Candidates: Candidates appearing for their final year exams are also eligible.</li></ul><h3>2. When will the CLAT exam 2026 be held</h3>The CLAT exam 2026 will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, across India.<h3>3. What is the application process for the CLAT exam 2026?</h3><ol><li>Visit the Official Website: Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in.</li><li>Register: Click on the "Register" or "New Registration" link and provide your full name, mobile number, email address, and create a strong password.</li><li>Log In: Use your registered credentials to log in to your account.</li><li>Fill the Application Form: Complete the form with accurate personal, academic, contact, and NLU preference details.</li><li>Upload Documents: Scan and upload your photograph, signature, and any other required documents as per the specified format and size.</li><li>Select Preferences: Choose your preferred National Law Universities (NLUs) and exam centres.</li><li>Pay the Fee: Make the online payment of the application fee via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.</li><li>Submit: After payment, submit the application form and save the confirmation page and a copy of the filled form.</li></ol><h3>4. Where to apply?</h3>Visit the official Consortium of NLUs website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in, to fill out and submit your application.<h3>5. What is the exam pattern of the CLAT exam 2026 for UG and PG programmes?</h3>CLAT 2026 is a two-hour test with 120 multiple-choice questions.&nbsp;Undergraduate (UG) exam pattern&nbsp;<ul><li>The UG paper has five sections with the following weightage:</li><li>English Language: 22–26 questions (20%)</li><li>Current Affairs, including General Knowledge: 28–32 questions (25%)</li><li>Legal Reasoning: 28–32 questions (25%)</li><li>Logical Reasoning: 22–26 questions (20%)</li><li>Quantitative Techniques: 10–14 questions (10%)</li></ul>&nbsp;Postgraduate (PG) exam pattern&nbsp;The PG paper consists of 120 questions for 120 minutes that test knowledge of law subjects, including:&nbsp;The first section will have 120 objective-type questions carrying 1 mark each, and there shall be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.&nbsp;The paper will cover the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate program which include Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, and Labour &amp; Industrial Law.<h3>6. When results of the CLAT exam 2026 be announced?</h3>The CLAT 2026 result will be announced around a week or two after the CLAT 2026 exam, which is expected in mid-December 2025 or the beginning of January 2026, as the exam is scheduled for December 7, 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official website of the Consortium of NLUs by logging in with their application number and password or date of birth.<h3>7. How and where to check the result of the CLAT exam 2026?</h3><ul><li>Visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs.</li><li>Find the link for the CLAT 2026 results.</li><li>Log in using your application number and password/date of birth.</li><li>Download the CLAT 2026 scorecard PDF.</li></ul><h3>8. Are registrations for the CLAT Exam 2026 still open or closed?</h3>Yes, the CLAT 2026 registration process is still open, as the application window for the Common Law Admission Test 2026 opened on August 1, 2025, and will close on October 31, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. All interested candidates can apply after visiting the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

CLAT is a national-level entrance examination organised by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for entry into the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs at India's National Law Universities (NLUs). 

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially announced that the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, across India. The exam remains the gateway for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs across 26 participating NLUs. What is CLAT? CLAT stands for the Common Law Admission Test. It is a national-level entrance examination organised by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for entry into the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs at India's National Law Universities (NLUs). Scores of this exam are used for admission to the 5-year integrated LLB (UG) and one-year LL.M (PG) programs at the 26 participating NLUs. However, private colleges that allow entry into law courses also accept the scores. What are the eligibility criteria for the CLAT exam? Undergraduate (UG) eligibility Educational Qualifications: One should have passed the 10+2 or an equivalent exam. Minimum Marks: The minimum marks for UG must be 45% and 40% of marks or equivalent in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories. Age Limit: There is no upper age limit. Appearing Candidates: Those appearing for their qualifying exam in March/April 2026 are also eligible to apply. Postgraduate (PG) eligibility Educational Qualifications: Must have an LLB degree or its equivalent. Minimum Marks: The minimum marks for PG must be 50% and 45% marks or equivalent grade in case of candidates falling in SC/ST/PwD categories. Age Limit: There is no upper age limit. Appearing Candidates: Candidates appearing for their final year exams are also eligible. 2. When will the CLAT exam 2026 be held The CLAT exam 2026 will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, across India. 3. What is the application process for the CLAT exam 2026? Visit the Official Website: Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Register: Click on the "Register" or "New Registration" link and provide your full name, mobile number, email address, and create a strong password. Log In: Use your registered credentials to log in to your account. Fill the Application Form: Complete the form with accurate personal, academic, contact, and NLU preference details. Upload Documents: Scan and upload your photograph, signature, and any other required documents as per the specified format and size. Select Preferences: Choose your preferred National Law Universities (NLUs) and exam centres. Pay the Fee: Make the online payment of the application fee via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI. Submit: After payment, submit the application form and save the confirmation page and a copy of the filled form. 4. Where to apply? Visit the official Consortium of NLUs website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in, to fill out and submit your application. 5. What is the exam pattern of the CLAT exam 2026 for UG and PG programmes? CLAT 2026 is a two-hour test with 120 multiple-choice questions. Undergraduate (UG) exam pattern The UG paper has five sections with the following weightage: English Language: 22–26 questions (20%) Current Affairs, including General Knowledge: 28–32 questions (25%) Legal Reasoning: 28–32 questions (25%) Logical Reasoning: 22–26 questions (20%) Quantitative Techniques: 10–14 questions (10%) Postgraduate (PG) exam pattern The PG paper consists of 120 questions for 120 minutes that test knowledge of law subjects, including: The first section will have 120 objective-type questions carrying 1 mark each, and there shall be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. The paper will cover the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate program which include Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, and Labour & Industrial Law. 6. When results of the CLAT exam 2026 be announced? The CLAT 2026 result will be announced around a week or two after the CLAT 2026 exam, which is expected in mid-December 2025 or the beginning of January 2026, as the exam is scheduled for December 7, 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official website of the Consortium of NLUs by logging in with their application number and password or date of birth. 7. How and where to check the result of the CLAT exam 2026? Visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs. Find the link for the CLAT 2026 results. Log in using your application number and password/date of birth. Download the CLAT 2026 scorecard PDF. 8. Are registrations for the CLAT Exam 2026 still open or closed? Yes, the CLAT 2026 registration process is still open, as the application window for the Common Law Admission Test 2026 opened on August 1, 2025, and will close on October 31, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. All interested candidates can apply after visiting the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

CLAT is a national-level entrance examination organised by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for entry into the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs at India's National Law Universities (NLUs).&nbsp;

CLAT 2026 exam dates, pattern, and eligibility revealed; registration open till THIS date — All you need to know

An underground map of the supervolcano at the Yellowstone National Park has revealed something astonishing about the park's subsurface. &nbsp;USGS researchers collaborated with Oregon State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison and mapped the subsurface of Yellowstone in an entirely new way. Using electromagnetic imaging, they captured shifts in the Earth’s natural electromagnetic field. Such changes are triggered by lightning or solar storms. The process is called magnetotellurics and can detect how well rocks conduct electricity. Molten rock is more conductive than solid, and so the method revealed the location of magma. Four distinct magma reservoirs were discovered under the caldera. All of them are located around 4 and 11 kilometers under the caldera and are made of rhyolitic magma.&nbsp;Such magma is rich in silica and erupt violently in the future. The pockets found vary in size and shape, but one of them is extremely familiar. This particular one contains almost the same volume of magma that was released during Yellowstone’s Mesa Falls eruption. This episode occurred 1.3 million years ago and changed the landscape of Yellowstone. Scientists have shifted their focus from the central and western parts of the caldera, and moved to the northeast. This place has thrown up some starling results as a link has been established between shallow rhyolitic magma and deeper basaltic heat. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ring-of-fire-number-of-volcanoes-eruptions-antarctica-timeline-russia-earthquake-1754365414041">425 volcanoes, two years: Ring of Fire can become a blazing string of lava very soon</a>&nbsp;What basaltic magma does is it releases more heat that can melt more rock and also links the reservoirs. The USGS has warned that the magma in this system could grow immensely over hundreds of thousands of years. Meanwhile, in the western side of the caldera, the magma is cooling and becoming solid, and so is not expected to erupt. Scientists have been watching this supervolcano in Yellowstone, stating that eruption might not be imminent. However, “things can change in decades, not just millennia,” Larry Mastin, a volcanologist at the USGS, said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/from-pangea-to-amasia-earth-stares-at-its-next-mega-continental-mash-up-that-would-be-brutal-1754975952859">From Pangea to brutal Amasia: Earth stares at its next mega continental mash-up</a><h2>What would happen if Yellowstone volcano erupts?</h2> Yellowstone has erupted three times in the last 2.1 million years, and each time has not only altered the region, but also the global climate. Scientists say if it were to erupt again, a catastrophic scene would unfold. Smaller explosions would lead to a sudden release of pressure. A VEI 8 super-eruption will send ash plumes into the stratosphere within minutes, and an area of 100-kilometre radius could be affected immediately. Mastin says much of North America would be hit, with Chicago, San Francisco and even parts of eastern Canada witnessing huge ash deposits. Sulfur dioxide will reach the upper atmosphere, blocking the Sun and cooling the planet. This cooling could last 15–20 years, and devastate the climate, crops, weather and the ecology.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A supervolcano at the Yellowstone National Park has reshaped the landscape of the area in the past. A future event would be a devastating one and threatens to bring a global winter. 

An underground map of the supervolcano at the Yellowstone National Park has revealed something astonishing about the park's subsurface. USGS researchers collaborated with Oregon State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison and mapped the subsurface of Yellowstone in an entirely new way. Using electromagnetic imaging, they captured shifts in the Earth’s natural electromagnetic field. Such changes are triggered by lightning or solar storms. The process is called magnetotellurics and can detect how well rocks conduct electricity. Molten rock is more conductive than solid, and so the method revealed the location of magma. Four distinct magma reservoirs were discovered under the caldera. All of them are located around 4 and 11 kilometers under the caldera and are made of rhyolitic magma. Such magma is rich in silica and erupt violently in the future. The pockets found vary in size and shape, but one of them is extremely familiar. This particular one contains almost the same volume of magma that was released during Yellowstone’s Mesa Falls eruption. This episode occurred 1.3 million years ago and changed the landscape of Yellowstone. Scientists have shifted their focus from the central and western parts of the caldera, and moved to the northeast. This place has thrown up some starling results as a link has been established between shallow rhyolitic magma and deeper basaltic heat. Also Read: 425 volcanoes, two years: Ring of Fire can become a blazing string of lava very soon What basaltic magma does is it releases more heat that can melt more rock and also links the reservoirs. The USGS has warned that the magma in this system could grow immensely over hundreds of thousands of years. Meanwhile, in the western side of the caldera, the magma is cooling and becoming solid, and so is not expected to erupt. Scientists have been watching this supervolcano in Yellowstone, stating that eruption might not be imminent. However, “things can change in decades, not just millennia,” Larry Mastin, a volcanologist at the USGS, said. Also Read: From Pangea to brutal Amasia: Earth stares at its next mega continental mash-up What would happen if Yellowstone volcano erupts? Yellowstone has erupted three times in the last 2.1 million years, and each time has not only altered the region, but also the global climate. Scientists say if it were to erupt again, a catastrophic scene would unfold. Smaller explosions would lead to a sudden release of pressure. A VEI 8 super-eruption will send ash plumes into the stratosphere within minutes, and an area of 100-kilometre radius could be affected immediately. Mastin says much of North America would be hit, with Chicago, San Francisco and even parts of eastern Canada witnessing huge ash deposits. Sulfur dioxide will reach the upper atmosphere, blocking the Sun and cooling the planet. This cooling could last 15–20 years, and devastate the climate, crops, weather and the ecology.

A supervolcano at the Yellowstone National Park has reshaped the landscape of the area in the past. A future event would be a devastating one and threatens to bring a global winter.&nbsp;

Yellowstone supervolcano mapping reveals scale of future eruptions: 'Things can change within...'

<h3>Gemini’s Nano Banana image tool now works on WhatsApp, letting millions create images for free</h3>&nbsp;The Gemini Nano Banana AI image creation tool is now available on WhatsApp, so millions of Indian users can make and edit AI images for free - no Gemini app necessary. Developed by Perplexity, the WhatsApp bot introduces the hot AI image model to a messaging platform, making it quicker and easier to create images.&nbsp;AI pictures have captured the hearts of millions, enabling them to retouch old photographs or insert them in an interesting background, such as soaring in space or in an art style. Gemini Nano Banana is taking ChatGPT for a run for its money in recent weeks, and the new WhatsApp feature just makes it a cakewalk.<h2>What is Gemini Nano Banana AI?</h2>The Nano Banana AI trend has swept India, with users creating millions of images in the last few weeks. From reviving vintage snaps to designing imaginative scenarios such as being in space or morphing pictures into artistic forms, the AI tool has been extremely versatile. Gemini Nano Banana has become a popular replacement for ChatGPT for visual content generation over the last few weeks.<h2>How to Use Nano Banana AI on WhatsApp&nbsp;</h2>Here’s a step-by-step guide to generating images:&nbsp;&nbsp;Step 1:&nbsp;&nbsp;Add Perplexity AI Bot on WhatsApp: Save +1 (833) 436-3285 as a contact.&nbsp;&nbsp;Step 2:&nbsp;&nbsp;Open the Bot: Start a chat with the bot in WhatsApp.&nbsp;&nbsp;Step 3:&nbsp;Upload an Image or Request a New One. You can either edit an existing image or generate a new one.&nbsp;Step 4: Use Nano Banana Prompts: Clearly mention that the image should be processed using the Gemini Nano Banana AI model.&nbsp;&nbsp;Step 5:&nbsp;Receive AI-Generated Options: The Perplexity bot will provide multiple image results for you to download or share.&nbsp;&nbsp;Note:&nbsp;Perplexity defaults to its own AI model unless specifically instructed to use Nano Banana.<h2>Is Nano Banana on WhatsApp Free?&nbsp;</h2>Yes, with some limitations:&nbsp;<ul><li>Free Users: 3 high-quality and 10 medium-quality images per day.&nbsp;</li><li>Pro Users: Unlimited generations with priority.&nbsp;</li></ul>This is in contrast to the Gemini app, which used to provide up to 100 image generations a day. Google seems to control Nano Banana usage dynamically depending on server traffic and demand.&nbsp;<h2>Competitors on WhatsApp Users may also try:&nbsp;</h2>Meta AI:&nbsp;Another AI image model available within WhatsApp.ChatGPT Bot:&nbsp;Offers AI responses and image generation within WhatsApp&nbsp;Perplexity co-founder Aravind Srinivas states Nano Banana is one of the highest-quality AI image models, now fully integrated into WhatsApp for millions of users. With Nano Banana AI on WhatsApp, creating amazing AI images is easier than ever. No additional app downloads are needed, making it perfect for everyday users and social media fans alike.

Love creating pictures, but find other tools hard? Now, with Nano Banana on WhatsApp, making unique, cool images is easy and quick. Just send a photo or prompt, and get amazing results without any extra apps or hassle!

Gemini’s Nano Banana image tool now works on WhatsApp, letting millions create images for free The Gemini Nano Banana AI image creation tool is now available on WhatsApp, so millions of Indian users can make and edit AI images for free - no Gemini app necessary. Developed by Perplexity, the WhatsApp bot introduces the hot AI image model to a messaging platform, making it quicker and easier to create images. AI pictures have captured the hearts of millions, enabling them to retouch old photographs or insert them in an interesting background, such as soaring in space or in an art style. Gemini Nano Banana is taking ChatGPT for a run for its money in recent weeks, and the new WhatsApp feature just makes it a cakewalk. What is Gemini Nano Banana AI? The Nano Banana AI trend has swept India, with users creating millions of images in the last few weeks. From reviving vintage snaps to designing imaginative scenarios such as being in space or morphing pictures into artistic forms, the AI tool has been extremely versatile. Gemini Nano Banana has become a popular replacement for ChatGPT for visual content generation over the last few weeks. How to Use Nano Banana AI on WhatsApp Here’s a step-by-step guide to generating images: Step 1: Add Perplexity AI Bot on WhatsApp: Save +1 (833) 436-3285 as a contact. Step 2: Open the Bot: Start a chat with the bot in WhatsApp. Step 3: Upload an Image or Request a New One. You can either edit an existing image or generate a new one. Step 4: Use Nano Banana Prompts: Clearly mention that the image should be processed using the Gemini Nano Banana AI model. Step 5: Receive AI-Generated Options: The Perplexity bot will provide multiple image results for you to download or share. Note: Perplexity defaults to its own AI model unless specifically instructed to use Nano Banana. Is Nano Banana on WhatsApp Free? Yes, with some limitations: Free Users: 3 high-quality and 10 medium-quality images per day. Pro Users: Unlimited generations with priority. This is in contrast to the Gemini app, which used to provide up to 100 image generations a day. Google seems to control Nano Banana usage dynamically depending on server traffic and demand. Competitors on WhatsApp Users may also try: Meta AI: Another AI image model available within WhatsApp. ChatGPT Bot: Offers AI responses and image generation within WhatsApp Perplexity co-founder Aravind Srinivas states Nano Banana is one of the highest-quality AI image models, now fully integrated into WhatsApp for millions of users. With Nano Banana AI on WhatsApp, creating amazing AI images is easier than ever. No additional app downloads are needed, making it perfect for everyday users and social media fans alike.

Love creating pictures, but find other tools hard? Now, with Nano Banana on WhatsApp, making unique, cool images is easy and quick. Just send a photo or prompt, and get amazing results without any extra apps or hassle!

Looking to create viral Nano Banana AI images on WhatsApp? Here's how you can do without Gemini App

The man who won the September 6 Powerball drawing has spoken up about is extreme good luck. The Missouri resident won half of Powerball’s historic $1.78 billion jackpot and now plans to spend the first year on himself. The anonymous winner picked up a one-time payment of about $410.3 million at the lottery headquarters in Jefferson City, officials said on Monday. He is now the richest Powerball champion in Missouri. “I’m like a homebody. The perfect day is sitting at home doing what I do — relaxing,” the winner told New York Post. “I’m a millionaire, a multimillionaire, and I’m doing laundry last night." He bought the winning ticket from a QuikTrip convenience store in St. Louis. His winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62 and the Powerball was 17.&nbsp;While it is like a dream come true, he is having sleepless nights, but says, “It’s the best problem I’ve ever had." Talking about his plans after winning the lottery, he said that he is going to take the first year just for himself and his wife. “I’m going to just do me for a year,” the winner said. He said that his wife will surely force him to go out of town.&nbsp;He is splitting the record-breaking jackpot with another lucky player in Texas. His winning amount is $893.5 million, making him the largest lottery prize ever won in Missouri. Lottery executive director of the state, Lester Elder said, “It was a record-setting night for the Missouri Lottery, with the $893.5 million prize ranking as the highest jackpot prize won in Missouri to date." The previous record was of $293.7 million from a Powerball drawing held in November 2012. He had the choice of either taking the full $893.5 million prize out over 30 installments, or collect a one-time lumpsum amount.&nbsp;There have been four winning Powerball jackpots in 2025. The other recent winner took home $204.5 million in California on May 31. The rest are a $167 million winner in Kentucky on April 26, a $526.5 million ticket in California on March 29, and a $328.5 million winner in Oregon on January 18.

A man in Missouri is splitting the historic $1.78 billion Powerball jackpot and spoken about his win. He says it will lighten his wife's load and will take first year to spend time on himself and his wife.

The man who won the September 6 Powerball drawing has spoken up about is extreme good luck. The Missouri resident won half of Powerball’s historic $1.78 billion jackpot and now plans to spend the first year on himself. The anonymous winner picked up a one-time payment of about $410.3 million at the lottery headquarters in Jefferson City, officials said on Monday. He is now the richest Powerball champion in Missouri. “I’m like a homebody. The perfect day is sitting at home doing what I do — relaxing,” the winner told New York Post. “I’m a millionaire, a multimillionaire, and I’m doing laundry last night." He bought the winning ticket from a QuikTrip convenience store in St. Louis. His winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62 and the Powerball was 17. While it is like a dream come true, he is having sleepless nights, but says, “It’s the best problem I’ve ever had." Talking about his plans after winning the lottery, he said that he is going to take the first year just for himself and his wife. “I’m going to just do me for a year,” the winner said. He said that his wife will surely force him to go out of town. He is splitting the record-breaking jackpot with another lucky player in Texas. His winning amount is $893.5 million, making him the largest lottery prize ever won in Missouri. Lottery executive director of the state, Lester Elder said, “It was a record-setting night for the Missouri Lottery, with the $893.5 million prize ranking as the highest jackpot prize won in Missouri to date." The previous record was of $293.7 million from a Powerball drawing held in November 2012. He had the choice of either taking the full $893.5 million prize out over 30 installments, or collect a one-time lumpsum amount. There have been four winning Powerball jackpots in 2025. The other recent winner took home $204.5 million in California on May 31. The rest are a $167 million winner in Kentucky on April 26, a $526.5 million ticket in California on March 29, and a $328.5 million winner in Oregon on January 18.

A man in Missouri is splitting the historic $1.78 billion Powerball jackpot and spoken about his win. He says it will lighten his wife's load and will take first year to spend time on himself and his wife.

'Best problem ever': Missouri man takes home half of historic $1.78 billion jackpot

Ragasa, known locally as Nando, a super typhoon that caused the evacuation of thousands of people from northern Philippine villages on Monday, is now travelling towards Hong Kong, the southern parts of mainland China, and Taiwan. After the arrival of the storm, flood, and landslides led to the death of at least three people and the disappearance of five others.&nbsp;In response to the situation, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr suspended all classes and government work in the capital, Manila, and 29 provinces of the main northern Luzon region on Monday. Following the typhoon, over 8,200 people were evacuated to safety in Cagayan province, including Calayan, and 1,220 people fled to emergency shelters in Apayao. In addition, domestic flights were suspended, and fishing boats as well as inter-island ferries were prohibited from leaving ports.<h3>Super typhoon 'Ragasa' heads toward Hong Kong, China, Taiwan</h3>After the super typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. “Ragasa will pose a serious threat to Hong Kong, which could reach the levels of Hato in 2017 and Mangkhut in 2018,” Hong Kong’s number-two official Eric Chan said on Monday, Al Jazeera reported.&nbsp;Hong Kong’s weather service confirmed that Ragasa is coming up with a maximum speed of 220 kilometres per hour (137 miles per hour) at its centre as it churned across the South China Sea early on Tuesday.&nbsp;Hong Kong International Airport will stay operational, but passengers have been warned of major disruptions in flight schedules from 6 p.m. local time (10:00 GMT) Tuesday until the following day, according to the airport authority. The announcement comes as Cathay Pacific is expected to cancel over 500 flights.&nbsp;The city’s weather bureau said conditions are likely to worsen rapidly later Tuesday. Meteorologist Westbrook noted that forecasters are preparing to raise the typhoon warning signal to level eight, the third-highest alert. If implemented, the measure would trigger the closure of many businesses and bring much of the city’s transportation to a halt.&nbsp;“People have been preparing for this typhoon. I was talking to some residents earlier, they’ve been stockpiling food, trying to make sure they have enough supplies for the next two days as this city shuts down,” Westbrook added.&nbsp;In Taiwan, the weather forecast service predicted “extremely torrential rain” in the eastern region of the country. “Its storm radius is quite large, about 320 [kilometres, or 200 miles]. Although the typhoon’s centre is still some distance away, its wide, strong wind field and outer circulation are already affecting parts of Taiwan,” it said.&nbsp;Meanwhile, officials in Shenzhen, the southern Chinese tech hub, decided to evacuate around 400,000 people, along with all those people living in low-lying and flood-prone areas. In addition, Shenzhen’s airport announced that it would halt flights starting Tuesday night.&nbsp;The National Meteorological Centre of China predicted that the typhoon would hit the coastal area between Shenzhen city and Xuwen county in Guangdong province on Wednesday.

After the Super Typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. After the arrival in the Philippines, floods and landslides led to the death of at least 3 people.

Ragasa, known locally as Nando, a super typhoon that caused the evacuation of thousands of people from northern Philippine villages on Monday, is now travelling towards Hong Kong, the southern parts of mainland China, and Taiwan. After the arrival of the storm, flood, and landslides led to the death of at least three people and the disappearance of five others. In response to the situation, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr suspended all classes and government work in the capital, Manila, and 29 provinces of the main northern Luzon region on Monday. Following the typhoon, over 8,200 people were evacuated to safety in Cagayan province, including Calayan, and 1,220 people fled to emergency shelters in Apayao. In addition, domestic flights were suspended, and fishing boats as well as inter-island ferries were prohibited from leaving ports. Super typhoon 'Ragasa' heads toward Hong Kong, China, Taiwan After the super typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. “Ragasa will pose a serious threat to Hong Kong, which could reach the levels of Hato in 2017 and Mangkhut in 2018,” Hong Kong’s number-two official Eric Chan said on Monday, Al Jazeera reported. Hong Kong’s weather service confirmed that Ragasa is coming up with a maximum speed of 220 kilometres per hour (137 miles per hour) at its centre as it churned across the South China Sea early on Tuesday. Hong Kong International Airport will stay operational, but passengers have been warned of major disruptions in flight schedules from 6 p.m. local time (10:00 GMT) Tuesday until the following day, according to the airport authority. The announcement comes as Cathay Pacific is expected to cancel over 500 flights. The city’s weather bureau said conditions are likely to worsen rapidly later Tuesday. Meteorologist Westbrook noted that forecasters are preparing to raise the typhoon warning signal to level eight, the third-highest alert. If implemented, the measure would trigger the closure of many businesses and bring much of the city’s transportation to a halt. “People have been preparing for this typhoon. I was talking to some residents earlier, they’ve been stockpiling food, trying to make sure they have enough supplies for the next two days as this city shuts down,” Westbrook added. In Taiwan, the weather forecast service predicted “extremely torrential rain” in the eastern region of the country. “Its storm radius is quite large, about 320 [kilometres, or 200 miles]. Although the typhoon’s centre is still some distance away, its wide, strong wind field and outer circulation are already affecting parts of Taiwan,” it said. Meanwhile, officials in Shenzhen, the southern Chinese tech hub, decided to evacuate around 400,000 people, along with all those people living in low-lying and flood-prone areas. In addition, Shenzhen’s airport announced that it would halt flights starting Tuesday night. The National Meteorological Centre of China predicted that the typhoon would hit the coastal area between Shenzhen city and Xuwen county in Guangdong province on Wednesday.

After the Super Typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. After the arrival in the Philippines, floods and landslides led to the death of at least 3 people.

Super typhoon 'Ragasa' wreaks havoc in Philippines; heads toward Hong Kong, China, and Taiwan

A catastrophic space storm could wipe out 90 per cent of humanity, a space weather expert has warned. In fact, we are in the middle of this storm and the devastation could unfold any time. Ben Davidson, founder of Space Weather News, says a geomagnetic disaster could kill most life from the planet, and science backs it. He told the Matt Beall Limitless podcast that the Sun would be the main culprit in this event. A solar "micronova" could cause a magnetic pole shift, which could lead to a change in the climate, triggering destruction through various events, tsunamis, and ultimately a mass extinction. A solar explosion is very likely to occur as the Sun has been highly active in the past few years. “This is a near extinction-level event, and we are in the middle of it right now!” Davidson said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/solar-superstorm-to-hit-earth-this-week-what-will-happen-1747894017392">Solar superstorm headed our way can raise the price of gas, cause 'internet apocalypse'</a>&nbsp;Solar storms are a regular occurrence. However, if our star unleases a huge amount of plasma, it could do more than just disrupt communication networks, experts say. Davidson said that a solar explosion of varying levels occurs every 6,000 years or so. A severe storm happens once every 12,000 years. The Carrington Event in 1959 is linked to a huge solar storm that disrupted telegraph systems and set wires ablaze. The next one that Earth will see is expected to be a much more bigger geostorm. Davidson said it could happen anywhere from 10 to 25 years. Earth’s magnetic shield is also weakening because of changes in the molten iron currents within Earth's outer core. As the magentic poles shift and this field weakens, the storm would have much deeper and scarier reach.<h2>How a geostorm will trigger chaos on Earth</h2>Even if the geostorm does not cook everything right away, it will damage power grids, affect water production, deliveries, emergency response and more, thus shattering the system within days. “Within three days, there's no gasoline at the pump. There's no food at the store,” Davidson warned. According to him, everything that is expected to happen with the climate in such a scenario is already happening. Which means, it is already underway. Experts have already warned that the rising CO2 levels are likely to cause a mass extinction in the next 250 million years. Meanwhile, in this century, a mega tsunami has been predicted which will submerge much of the coastal areas. So, besides human-caused climate change, it seems our Sun is also ready to roast us.

A space storm specialist has warned that Earth could face mass extinction within this decade as a geostorm is due to occur any time. In fact, we are already witnessing some changes in the form of the worsening climate.

A catastrophic space storm could wipe out 90 per cent of humanity, a space weather expert has warned. In fact, we are in the middle of this storm and the devastation could unfold any time. Ben Davidson, founder of Space Weather News, says a geomagnetic disaster could kill most life from the planet, and science backs it. He told the Matt Beall Limitless podcast that the Sun would be the main culprit in this event. A solar "micronova" could cause a magnetic pole shift, which could lead to a change in the climate, triggering destruction through various events, tsunamis, and ultimately a mass extinction. A solar explosion is very likely to occur as the Sun has been highly active in the past few years. “This is a near extinction-level event, and we are in the middle of it right now!” Davidson said. Also Read: Solar superstorm headed our way can raise the price of gas, cause 'internet apocalypse' Solar storms are a regular occurrence. However, if our star unleases a huge amount of plasma, it could do more than just disrupt communication networks, experts say. Davidson said that a solar explosion of varying levels occurs every 6,000 years or so. A severe storm happens once every 12,000 years. The Carrington Event in 1959 is linked to a huge solar storm that disrupted telegraph systems and set wires ablaze. The next one that Earth will see is expected to be a much more bigger geostorm. Davidson said it could happen anywhere from 10 to 25 years. Earth’s magnetic shield is also weakening because of changes in the molten iron currents within Earth's outer core. As the magentic poles shift and this field weakens, the storm would have much deeper and scarier reach. How a geostorm will trigger chaos on Earth Even if the geostorm does not cook everything right away, it will damage power grids, affect water production, deliveries, emergency response and more, thus shattering the system within days. “Within three days, there's no gasoline at the pump. There's no food at the store,” Davidson warned. According to him, everything that is expected to happen with the climate in such a scenario is already happening. Which means, it is already underway. Experts have already warned that the rising CO2 levels are likely to cause a mass extinction in the next 250 million years. Meanwhile, in this century, a mega tsunami has been predicted which will submerge much of the coastal areas. So, besides human-caused climate change, it seems our Sun is also ready to roast us.

A space storm specialist has warned that Earth could face mass extinction within this decade as a geostorm is due to occur any time. In fact, we are already witnessing some changes in the form of the worsening climate.

Solar 'micronova' could cook us: Earth faces mass extinction threat in 10-25 years

In a bold move aimed at tightening its immigration framework, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially suspended tourist and work visa applications from nine countries. This temporary freeze is part of the country’s broader strategy to overhaul its visa policies by 2026, focusing primarily on security concerns and addressing the growing challenges of migration. This step is set to shake up travel and employment plans for many, especially those looking to move to the UAE for work or leisure.&nbsp;<h2>Full list of countries affected by UAE visa suspension</h2>The UAE’s decision to suspend visa applications has impacted nationals from the following nine countries:<ul><li>Afghanistan</li><li>Algeria</li><li>Bangladesh</li><li>Kenya</li><li>Pakistan</li><li>Sierra Leone</li><li>Sri Lanka</li><li>Turkey</li><li>Yemen</li></ul>These countries are known for their large expatriate communities in the UAE, with many citizens moving for work-related opportunities, especially in sectors like construction, hospitality, and retail.<h2>Why did the UAE suspend tourist and work visas?</h2>The UAE government has cited security and migration issues as the primary reasons for the suspension. With the country’s rapid growth over the past few decades, the UAE has become a hub for foreign workers, attracting millions from across the globe. However, this large influx of migrants has led to several challenges.<h2>What travelers and workers should do next?</h2>For those affected by the suspension, it’s essential to stay informed and explore alternative options. Here’s what you need to know:<ul><li>Explore alternative visa options: While tourist and work visas have been temporarily suspended, some individuals may still be able to apply for different types of visas. For example, business or investment visas may be an option for certain applicants. Those traveling for transit may also find other routes through third-party countries.</li><li>Consider other countries in the region: If the UAE is no longer a viable destination for work or tourism, travelers might want to consider neighboring countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Oman, which are also popular for expatriates in the Middle East. These countries may offer different visa regulations and opportunities for workers.</li><li>Keep yourself updated: As this visa suspension is a temporary measure, it’s important for applicants to keep an eye on official UAE government announcements. The suspension may be lifted in the coming months or extended further, depending on the evolving political and security landscape in the affected countries.</li></ul><h2>What's next for UAE immigration policy?</h2>This visa suspension is just one part of the UAE’s long-term strategy to improve national security and manage its migrant population more effectively. The UAE has been working on making its immigration systems more efficient and transparent, particularly in light of the demographic shifts and increasing demand for workers. By 2026, the UAE plans to have implemented a fully reformed visa system that includes advanced technologies for monitoring visa applicants, enhanced border controls, and more focused management of expatriate labor. This move is expected to reduce illegal immigration and improve the country’s overall security situation while still maintaining its status as a key global destination for business and tourism.

UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries from 2026. What you should know

In a bold move aimed at tightening its immigration framework, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially suspended tourist and work visa applications from nine countries. This temporary freeze is part of the country’s broader strategy to overhaul its visa policies by 2026, focusing primarily on security concerns and addressing the growing challenges of migration. This step is set to shake up travel and employment plans for many, especially those looking to move to the UAE for work or leisure. Full list of countries affected by UAE visa suspension The UAE’s decision to suspend visa applications has impacted nationals from the following nine countries: Afghanistan Algeria Bangladesh Kenya Pakistan Sierra Leone Sri Lanka Turkey Yemen These countries are known for their large expatriate communities in the UAE, with many citizens moving for work-related opportunities, especially in sectors like construction, hospitality, and retail. Why did the UAE suspend tourist and work visas? The UAE government has cited security and migration issues as the primary reasons for the suspension. With the country’s rapid growth over the past few decades, the UAE has become a hub for foreign workers, attracting millions from across the globe. However, this large influx of migrants has led to several challenges. What travelers and workers should do next? For those affected by the suspension, it’s essential to stay informed and explore alternative options. Here’s what you need to know: Explore alternative visa options: While tourist and work visas have been temporarily suspended, some individuals may still be able to apply for different types of visas. For example, business or investment visas may be an option for certain applicants. Those traveling for transit may also find other routes through third-party countries. Consider other countries in the region: If the UAE is no longer a viable destination for work or tourism, travelers might want to consider neighboring countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Oman, which are also popular for expatriates in the Middle East. These countries may offer different visa regulations and opportunities for workers. Keep yourself updated: As this visa suspension is a temporary measure, it’s important for applicants to keep an eye on official UAE government announcements. The suspension may be lifted in the coming months or extended further, depending on the evolving political and security landscape in the affected countries. What's next for UAE immigration policy? This visa suspension is just one part of the UAE’s long-term strategy to improve national security and manage its migrant population more effectively. The UAE has been working on making its immigration systems more efficient and transparent, particularly in light of the demographic shifts and increasing demand for workers. By 2026, the UAE plans to have implemented a fully reformed visa system that includes advanced technologies for monitoring visa applicants, enhanced border controls, and more focused management of expatriate labor. This move is expected to reduce illegal immigration and improve the country’s overall security situation while still maintaining its status as a key global destination for business and tourism.

UAE has suspended tourist and work visas for 9 countries due to security and migration concerns, part of broader policy changes ahead of 2026 visa strategy

UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries under 2026 ban. What you should know

An asteroid that entered over France and exploded at quite a low altitude has uncovered a new impact risk that Earth's planetary defences might not be ready to fight. Asteroid 2023 CX1 burst into a fireball after disintegrating in the sky at an altitude of around 28 kilometres. According to a research that looked into the asteroid explosion, the asteroid did not start breaking apart after entering, and instead had a single explosion, releasing much of its energy at a very low height. Meteorites and other space rocks that enter Earth start disintegrating as soon as they hit the atmosphere, breaking apart in smaller chunks, thus releasing their energy slowly. But asteroid 2023 CX1 remained intact for a longer duration and only exploded after it came pretty close to the ground. NASA's Ames Research Centre calcualted that the meteor released a dynamic pressure of 4 MPa. A zone of high overpressures was created because of this, which was around four times bigger than expected for an asteroid of this size. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/asteroid-ky26-smaller-and-faster-than-expected-new-challenge-for-japan-s-hayabusa2-1758376594361">Asteroid KY26 smaller and faster than expected, new challenge for Japan’s Hayabusa2</a><h2>What happens if a bigger asteroid explodes near the ground?</h2>This finding presents a scenario that has never been explored before in planetary defence. According to the study, if in future an asteroid similar to 2023 CX1 was to hit Earth, and undergoes a similar burst, then it could cause a significant damage at the ground level. This means that people working to secure the planet from asteroids and comets have a new problem on their hands. They now need to rethink what is considered a "safe" small impact in the future. The problem turns even bigger if a bigger piece of space rock were to hit Earth. If it behaves like 2023 CX1, it could wreak havoc. In the absence of multiple detonations in its trajectory, a single large blow occurs near the ground, making it act like a bomb, Auriane Egal, who conducted the research at the University of Western Ontario in Canada, said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-did-china-shoot-down-a-meteor-with-a-missile-scientists-doubt-friday-s-fireball-came-from-space-1758011374415">Watch: Did China shoot down a meteor with a missile? Scientists doubt Friday's fireball came from space</a>&nbsp;She added that if a bigger asteroid entered Earth, the shock to the surface of our atmosphere would be significantly stronger. “This kind of fragmentation is more dangerous,” Egal continued. “If you have a larger asteroid, its effects are going to be amplified. Maybe we need to evacuate a larger area near the predicted impact location.” Explaining why 2023 CX1 behaved in this manner, Egal said it belings to a parent rock in the inner asteroid belt where many collisions likely "toughened" it up. “We have multiple shock veins in the meteorite that are witnesses [to] lots of impacts,” she said. This is why it held strong until the last minute.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Asteroid 2023 CX1 exploded over France two years ago. The rock did not undergo multiple detonations, and instead burst into a huge fireball very near to the ground. Scientists are now worried that we are not prepared for such an asteroid impact. 

An asteroid that entered over France and exploded at quite a low altitude has uncovered a new impact risk that Earth's planetary defences might not be ready to fight. Asteroid 2023 CX1 burst into a fireball after disintegrating in the sky at an altitude of around 28 kilometres. According to a research that looked into the asteroid explosion, the asteroid did not start breaking apart after entering, and instead had a single explosion, releasing much of its energy at a very low height. Meteorites and other space rocks that enter Earth start disintegrating as soon as they hit the atmosphere, breaking apart in smaller chunks, thus releasing their energy slowly. But asteroid 2023 CX1 remained intact for a longer duration and only exploded after it came pretty close to the ground. NASA's Ames Research Centre calcualted that the meteor released a dynamic pressure of 4 MPa. A zone of high overpressures was created because of this, which was around four times bigger than expected for an asteroid of this size. Also Read: Asteroid KY26 smaller and faster than expected, new challenge for Japan’s Hayabusa2 What happens if a bigger asteroid explodes near the ground? This finding presents a scenario that has never been explored before in planetary defence. According to the study, if in future an asteroid similar to 2023 CX1 was to hit Earth, and undergoes a similar burst, then it could cause a significant damage at the ground level. This means that people working to secure the planet from asteroids and comets have a new problem on their hands. They now need to rethink what is considered a "safe" small impact in the future. The problem turns even bigger if a bigger piece of space rock were to hit Earth. If it behaves like 2023 CX1, it could wreak havoc. In the absence of multiple detonations in its trajectory, a single large blow occurs near the ground, making it act like a bomb, Auriane Egal, who conducted the research at the University of Western Ontario in Canada, said. Also Read: Watch: Did China shoot down a meteor with a missile? Scientists doubt Friday's fireball came from space She added that if a bigger asteroid entered Earth, the shock to the surface of our atmosphere would be significantly stronger. “This kind of fragmentation is more dangerous,” Egal continued. “If you have a larger asteroid, its effects are going to be amplified. Maybe we need to evacuate a larger area near the predicted impact location.” Explaining why 2023 CX1 behaved in this manner, Egal said it belings to a parent rock in the inner asteroid belt where many collisions likely "toughened" it up. “We have multiple shock veins in the meteorite that are witnesses [to] lots of impacts,” she said. This is why it held strong until the last minute.

Asteroid 2023 CX1 exploded over France two years ago. The rock did not undergo multiple detonations, and instead burst into a huge fireball very near to the ground. Scientists are now worried that we are not prepared for such an asteroid impact.&nbsp;

Asteroid explosion 'near ground' in France is giving scientists sleepless nights. Here's why

A Texas Republican leader has sparked a controversy over his remarks on a 90-foot statue of lord Hanuman, known as the 'Statue of Union', in the US city. Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.'&nbsp;"Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation," Alexander Duncan wrote on X. The post was written while posting the video of the statue located at Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in the town of Sugar Land, Texas.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation!<a href="https://t.co/uAPJegLie0">pic.twitter.com/uAPJegLie0</a>&mdash; Alexander Duncan (@AlexDuncanTX) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexDuncanTX/status/1969442156264689949?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Netizens hit out at the post</h3>Soon after Duncan's post came on X, several social media users lashed out at him along with the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), calling the statement "anti-Hindu and inflammatory." Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.&nbsp;"Hello @TexasGOP, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination-displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate-not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment's Establishment Clause?" the Hindu American Foundation posted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Hello <a href="https://twitter.com/TexasGOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TexasGOP</a>, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination—displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate—not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment’s Establishment Clause? <a href="https://t.co/5LItlu7Zu2">https://t.co/5LItlu7Zu2</a> <a href="https://t.co/oqZkZozUBR">pic.twitter.com/oqZkZozUBR</a>&mdash; Hindu American Foundation (@HinduAmerican) <a href="https://twitter.com/HinduAmerican/status/1970133747543740422?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In response to his remarks, several netizens criticised on social media. An X user wrote, " Hindus aren't promoting j*had. Focus on the actual problem of violent foreign nationals who h8 us. Hindu gods depict facets of the ultimate god consciousness. They are all connected and promote the development of virtue. Read up a bit. This is not the problem."&nbsp;Another X user said, "Just because you’re not Hindu, doesn’t make it false. The Vedas were written almost 2000 years before Jesus walked the earth and are extraordinary texts. And there’s obvious influences on Christianity…so it would be wise to honor and research the ‘religion’ that predates and influences yours."&nbsp;"India has always been a Hindu civilisation. Yet today it houses over 500,000 mosques &amp; nearly 100,000 churches/ chapels, with the Catholic Church standing as the second-largest landowner after the Indian government (not some Indic faith). Despite deep theological differences, no Indian politician would dare call these churches an “abomination” or dismiss them as shrines to “fake gods.” Yet you bigots spit such venom freely and walk away unscathed. Perhaps you do deserve the fate hurtling your way where you will be swallowed by the toxic cocktail of Wokeism and Pan-Islamism," another user said.

Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.

A Texas Republican leader has sparked a controversy over his remarks on a 90-foot statue of lord Hanuman, known as the 'Statue of Union', in the US city. Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' "Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation," Alexander Duncan wrote on X. The post was written while posting the video of the statue located at Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in the town of Sugar Land, Texas.

Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.

'False statue of a false Hindu God': Alexander Duncan's remark on Hanuman idol in Texas triggers backlash

A woman in Virginia, US, won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery. She used ChatGPT to pick the number for the lottery. The woman identified as Carrie Edwards matched the first four out of the first five numbers and the Powerball number on her ticket.When asked about the ordeal, she said, "I’m like, ChatGPT, talk to me… Do you have numbers for me?" Two days later, she discovered she had won. Normally, she would have won $50,000, but she used $1 for powerplay so she won $150,000.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-plane-crash-spacex-cocaine-1758172641153">Australian pilot carrying 400 lbs SPACE X branded cocaine crashes and dies in Brazil</a>&nbsp;“I’m sitting in a meeting, and I look at my phone and it says, ‘Please collect your lottery winnings.’ And I thought, ‘I think it’s a scam. I know I didn’t win.’” said Carrie during an interview with NYPost.She distributed the money to three different charities, $50,000 each. When the windfall was received, she said she knew what she wanted to do with it. “And I knew I needed to give it all away, because I’ve been so blessed, and I want this to be an example of how other people, when they’re blessed, can bless other people.”The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD), which supports urgent research on the early onset of Dementia, was the first charity. It had a personal reason. Her husband had passed away from Dementia last year. The other two non-profit organisations were the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides ‘financial, educational and emergency assistance for active-duty service members’, and Shalom Farms, which works towards ‘an equitable food system in Richmond.’&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-s-first-ai-minister-diella-albania-1757659545908">Albania appoints World's first AI 'minister' Diella to make public tender '100-percent corruption-free'</a><h2>Can AI predict lottery numbers?</h2>In 2025, most of the AI tools available are Natural Language Processing, used by chatbots for writing, translation; Computer Vision, used for image generation, facial recognition, or object detection, and machine learning for predictive analysis and recommendation systems. Very few automated algorithms exist for predicting and generating numbers and drawing patterns, for games like blackjack or lottery. However, a group of mathematicians from Italy claimed to have come up with an algorithm with which they won $50,000 using drawings worth $350. However, it is unclear whether they exactly beat the system; they claimed that their algorithm selected numbers that were overrepresented among winners. ChatGPT, as a tool, can not predict lottery numbers. Carrie basically used it as a random number generator. There had been other instances, like in 2023, when a Thai man used ChatGPT to successfully guess numbers for a local sweepstakes, though trifling only $59.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-bitcoin-mining-costlier-in-europe-us-1756812794529">Why 1 Bitcoin costs $1,300 to mine in Iran and $102,260 in United States</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carrie Edwards from Virginia won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery after asking ChatGPT to generate her numbers. She donated all her winnings to three charities, honouring her late husband and supporting local communities

A woman in Virginia, US, won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery. She used ChatGPT to pick the number for the lottery. The woman identified as Carrie Edwards matched the first four out of the first five numbers and the Powerball number on her ticket. When asked about the ordeal, she said, "I’m like, ChatGPT, talk to me… Do you have numbers for me?" Two days later, she discovered she had won. Normally, she would have won $50,000, but she used $1 for powerplay so she won $150,000. Also Read: Australian pilot carrying 400 lbs SPACE X branded cocaine crashes and dies in Brazil “I’m sitting in a meeting, and I look at my phone and it says, ‘Please collect your lottery winnings.’ And I thought, ‘I think it’s a scam. I know I didn’t win.’” said Carrie during an interview with NYPost. She distributed the money to three different charities, $50,000 each. When the windfall was received, she said she knew what she wanted to do with it. “And I knew I needed to give it all away, because I’ve been so blessed, and I want this to be an example of how other people, when they’re blessed, can bless other people.” The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD), which supports urgent research on the early onset of Dementia, was the first charity. It had a personal reason. Her husband had passed away from Dementia last year. The other two non-profit organisations were the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides ‘financial, educational and emergency assistance for active-duty service members’, and Shalom Farms, which works towards ‘an equitable food system in Richmond.’ Also Read: Albania appoints World's first AI 'minister' Diella to make public tender '100-percent corruption-free' Can AI predict lottery numbers? In 2025, most of the AI tools available are Natural Language Processing, used by chatbots for writing, translation; Computer Vision, used for image generation, facial recognition, or object detection, and machine learning for predictive analysis and recommendation systems. Very few automated algorithms exist for predicting and generating numbers and drawing patterns, for games like blackjack or lottery. However, a group of mathematicians from Italy claimed to have come up with an algorithm with which they won $50,000 using drawings worth $350. However, it is unclear whether they exactly beat the system; they claimed that their algorithm selected numbers that were overrepresented among winners. ChatGPT, as a tool, can not predict lottery numbers. Carrie basically used it as a random number generator. There had been other instances, like in 2023, when a Thai man used ChatGPT to successfully guess numbers for a local sweepstakes, though trifling only $59. Also Read: Why 1 Bitcoin costs $1,300 to mine in Iran and $102,260 in United States

Carrie Edwards from Virginia won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery after asking ChatGPT to generate her numbers. She donated all her winnings to three charities, honouring her late husband and supporting local communities

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