US vs China over South China Sea: Washington backs Philippines, Beijing hits back

Bigg Boss 20: Isha Rikhi evicted after three weeks in Salman Khan’s show

Musk plans to more than double xAI's chips to over 1.2 million Nvidia GPUs by year-end

After JU, clash erupts at SRFTI: BJP’s ‘Dimagi Naxal’ jibe sparks political firestorm after students protest RSS-linked event

‘Anti-social elements spreading false rumours’: LPU issues statement amid massive unrest over alleged rape

LPU students go on rampage, vandalise campus amid widespread protest: What's happening

Trump asked Xi to pressure Iran. China did not say yes — here’s what Beijing wants

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hails global crackdown on Iranian banks and airlines

An OpenAI agent escaped its locked test cage again, by hiding questions in DNS lookups

'Our video was trimmed': LPU girls who featured in rape-denial video make U-turn

3 males killed, four others injured in shooting after fight at strip club in Detroit

'Victory for low-budget consumers': Raghav Chadha hails 30-day telecom recharge rules

Claude rebuilt the 1989 game 'Prince of Persia' by reusing the original's own code

Beyond metros: How Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities could drive India’s next AI wave

Tesla builds first Cybertruck with its own refined lithium: Elon Musk's $1 billion Texas bet pays off

IndiGo flight suffers tail strike in Bengaluru while landing; DGCA to probe incident

The US and China set up an AI 'red telephone', but skipped the rulebook

‘Terror suspects arrested near UK air base were looking to do big damage’: Trump

Russian envoy claims US tactics to contain India were revealed in ‘Freudian slip’

IND vs WI 1st ODI: Kohli breaks Sachin's most runs in one country record with unbeaten 139 as India thump West Indies by 8 wickets

Researchers rebuilt exactly how 700 AI agents hacked Hugging Face: a 900-link chain trick

‘Olympic inclusion is our major target’: WPA President Ishaun Singh on pool’s global ambitions

Nations League: Spain sink England at Wembley; Modric shines for Croatia

Why has Iran released no proof of life of Mojtaba Khamenei? Araghchi reveals...

'What kind of confession is this?': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'terrorists would be roaming New York' remark goes viral, raises alarm online. Watch

South Korea demands apology from Ukraine over North Korean prisoners' transfer

Beyond BrahMos: India targets Rs 50,000 crore in defence exports with unmatched price edge

Sri Lankan Tamil migrant worker gets death sentence in Saudi Arabia, help sought from India

Muslim marriage cannot shield sex with minor wife from prosecution under POCSO: Delhi HC

'Can't help but draw painful parallels to Nirbhaya case': SC on latest incidents of rape cases in Delhi-NCR

99.9% more powerful - Scientists find boy who can recall memories from just 3 months of age

'FIRST LOOK from inside Noah’s Ark': Researchers share video from inside mysterious mound in Turkey

UNSC reform momentum grows: Russia, Portugal, Mauritius push for India's permanent seat bid

8 US marines injured in Iranian missile attack on vessel in Strait of Hormuz: Report

New OTT releases this week (September 28-October 4, 2026): Dupahiya 2, Pooja Meri Jaan, Ohh My Dog- 5 titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video and more

Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed in clash near Pakistan border, Islamabad denies

Ceuta migrant crisis: Protesters take to streets as Spain grapples with migrant challenge

LPU suspend classes, postpones exams as violence escalates over rape claims: What's happening

New York City wants a 'kill switch' on every AI, and will pay whistleblowers who report violations

U.S. President Donald Trump visits China after nearly a decade. As Trump and Xi Jinping meet amid escalating tensions over trade, tariffs, and Taiwan, we reveal who truly holds the upper hand.
What sparked the rivalry between the U.S. and China?
How dependent are the world's two biggest economies on each other?
How rapidly has China risen economically and militarily?
Will this high-stakes meeting redefine the next chapter in global power politics?
All this and much more on WION Wideangle this week.

Trump-Xi Summit: The Battle of Superpowers

A 40-day war and rising tensions at sea. After the U.S.-Iran talks fail, a new battle of blockade emerges in Hormuz.
Why is the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of this crisis?
Are we entering an era of water wars?
From the Red Sea to the Panama Canal…
Who really controls the world’s most critical waterways?
Watch WION Wideangle Hormuz Blockade: Not a ‘strait’ War

US Blocks Strait of Hormuz | Will the US-Iran War End? 

As the war enters its second month, concerns about a potential U.S. ground invasion of Iran are increasing. Reports indicate that additional U.S. troops have been sent to West Asia in recent days.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that American forces will leave Iran “very soon,” hinting at a possible withdrawal in the coming days.
So, what exactly is unfolding? Is the U.S. prepared to invade Iran? Or will it pivot towards winding down a war that is impacting the global economy? How does the current Iran war compare to the U.S' 2003 invasion of Iraq? Where is Kharg Island, and could it become the next front in West Asia war?
Watch WION WideAngle, ‘U.S. vs Iran: Trump’s ‘war of choice’ in crosshairs’ as we decode these issues and more.


US vs Iran | Trump's 'War of Choice' in Crosshairs 

Bangladesh is all set for the elections on February 12. 127 million voters, 300 seats. Who will Bangladesh vote for? BNP or Jamaat-E-Islami? Will the Bangladeshi electorate give Tarique Rahman a chance? Or will the tide turn towards the Islamists? Can Muhammad Yunus pull off a peaceful election? These elections come after the 2024 student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina? What is the history of elections in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh elections 2026: what's at stake?

A massive avalanche hit the popular Sonamarg tourist area in Jammu and Kashmir, engulfing houses and vehicles.
Several areas in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir have received fresh snowfall, leading to dropping of temperatures across North India.
From Himachal Pradesh, a heart-wrenching incident surfaced where a pet pitbull stayed beside its owner’s body, who had succumbed to cold weather. The loyal dog refused to leave the owner’s body for four days amid a storm in Chamba’s freezing hills.

Intense Snowfall Blankets Kashmir 

Volcanic Eruptions Surge: 5 continents, 5 big Volcanic eruptions. Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupts after 12,000 years. Russia's Bezymianny volcano also erupted, spewing ash 5km into the air. Colombia remains on alert. Several volcanoes have also erupted across the world in Indonesia, Russia, Hawaii, Colombia. Are we seeing more volcanic eruptions? And are you prepared when a volcano erupts?


Volcanic Eruptions Surge: From Ethiopia to Indonesia to Russia| is Colombia Prepared? 

A wave of mass kidnappings has gripped Nigeria
Nov 21: Over 300 abducted from a catholic school 
Nov 18: Church attack kills 2 and many kidnapped in Kwara
Nov 17: 25 female students abducted in attack on school
From mass abductions to bandit attacks and religiously motivated violence, Nigeria's security crisis has escalated.
Nicki Minaj highlights claims of Christian persecution in Nigeria
What is driving this surge in crimes in Nigeria?
Who is behind these attacks?
Watch WION Wideangle; Nigeria's Abduction Epidemic

Nigeria mass kidnappings| abduction epidemic| nationwide security emergency declared

On November 10, India's capital, New Delhi, was shaken by a car bomb blast.
The red fort blast claimed the lives of 8 people and injured over 20.
Several doctors have been arrested in connection with the deadly blast.
As crackdown on 'white collar' terrorism grows, we tell you how doctors and engineers disguise themselves to carry out such terror activities.
What is 'white collar' terrorism?
What exactly happened on the evening of 10th November?
Who all have been arrested?
Watch WION Wideangle, Red Fort Blast: Doctors of Terror

Red Fort blast | doctors of terror | deadly 'terrorist incident' rocks Delhi 

UK markets plunged on Tuesday, triggering alarm as the British pound weakened sharply and 30-year government bond yields surged to their highest levels since 1998. The sharp selloff has intensified pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to stabilize the financial climate and present a credible budget that reassures global investors. With market volatility on the rise, all eyes are now on the UK government’s next fiscal move amid investor unease and economic uncertainty.

UK economy at risk of ever-higher borrowing costs

53% of the Arctic Coastline Comes Under Russia. It Has the Largest Presence in the Arctic in Terms of Civilian Ports Like Murmansk and Arkhangelsk. Wion's Principal Correspondent Sidharth Mp Takes You to Murmansk and Tell You Why the Arctic Matters for Russia and Explore Murmansk, Home-base of Nuclear-powered Icebreakers.

Nuclear-powered icebreaker | Why Arctic matters for Russia

The Arctic is rapidly becoming a global hotspot for military and economic competition. With melting ice opening strategic shipping routes like the Northwest Passage, the United States is eyeing the region for resource extraction and geopolitical influence. But how did America's Arctic ambitions begin? WION's Principal Correspondent Sidharth MP traces the story back to Alaska — a former Russian territory that changed the course of U.S. Arctic strategy.

Inside Alaska, once a Russian territory | Decoding America’s Arctic ambitions

The Arctic has become an important site of geopolitical tensions.
Trade routes through the Arctic are becoming increasingly viable 
Why is The Arctic suddenly becoming one of the most contested parts of the world?
What is The arctic council? Who are its members? And what is the conflict around the northwest passage all about?
Watch WION Wideangle

The Arctic: The new battleground | Who is winning the race- America or Russia? 

July 2025 has been termed the deadliest month for Gaza.
One person has been killed by Israeli forces every 12 minutes in July. 
119 Palestinians were killed daily in July - the highest rate since January 2024.
19 people, mostly children, died from starvation in just one day in July.
On the 30th of June, more than 50 Palestinians were killed and 400 others injured while waiting for food near a crossing in northern Gaza.
Famine spreads in Gaza as Israel blocks critical aid deliveries to save Palestinians.
Watch how seeking food in Gaza has become deadly for Gazans on our show #WIONWideAngle -  Gaza's Deadly July: Starvation & Death

Gaza's Deadly July: Starvation & Death | Israel-Gaza War | WION Wideangle

Israel has never confirmed it possesses nuclear weapons; but its Dimona facility suggests otherwise. North Korea’s Yongbyon nuclear site continues to grow, while Pakistan’s Kirana Hills reemerged in headlines after ‘Operation Sindoor’. Why are these sites important? And what do we know about them?

Israel, North Korea, Pakistan: Inside the world’s most secret nuclear sites

Tensions between Israel and Iran are escalating amid deadly strikes. 
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has vowed not to surrender.
Trump has given Iran an ultimatum- Unconditional Surrender.
Israel claims that it has destroyed Iran's nuclear facilities, among many targets, whereas Iran has sent more than 400 ballistic missiles since the conflict started.
How did the two nations get here?
From where did it all begin?
What are Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities?
How close is Iran to getting a nuclear bomb?
Watch WION Wideangle Israel-Iran War: From Allies to Arch Enemies

Israel-Iran war: From allies to enemies | Will Iran surrender? | Who will win the war? | WION Wideangle

Turkey has repeatedly backed Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, with President Erdogan offering to mediate between India and Pakistan.
India has slammed Ankara for not respecting its sovereignty and adjusted its strategic partnerships accordingly — strengthening ties with Greece and Armenia. What are Turkey's interests in Kashmir? 


Turkey's interest in Kashmir | India hits back at Pakistan and Turkey | WION Wideangle

On May 10th, after four days of cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, both countries agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire. However, within hours of the announcement, Pakistan violated the ceasefire agreement. Explosions were heard in some areas of Jammu and Kashmir along the Line of Control.
On WION WideAngle, we explain how the Indian Armed Forces conducted military strikes under ‘Operation Sindoor’ in response to the horrific Pahalgam terror attack.
How did two nuclear-armed nations come to the brink of war?
Will Pakistan adhere to the ceasefire, and will the ceasefire hold?

Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan war: From India strikes to ceasefire

After promising 1.4 trillion dollars to strengthen ties with washington, the united arab emirates is hopeful about obtaining access to state-of-the-art chips that are currently under u.S. Export restrictions.

UAE Seeks AI Chips Access Amid Restrictions

From making its largest-ever warship to nuclear warheads,
North Korea is growing its arsenal at a rapid pace.
North Korea is the only nation that has tested nuclear weapons this century.
Donald Trump has started referring to North Korea as a "nuclear state."
How are U.S. policies towards North Korea expected to evolve under Trump's second term? 
Will there be a move towards "Complete Denuclearisation"?
We explore these questions this week on 'North Korea’s Growing Arsenal: Trump 2.0’ on #WIONWideAngle.

North Korea's nuclear power: Can Trump stop Kim Jong-Un?

Rescuers race against time after 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar.
Thailand too has been affected by the earthquake.
As of 2nd April, the death toll has crossed 2800. Many experts believed the death toll could touch 10,000.
How did it have such a powerful effect so far away in Thailand? 
What is the Sagaing Fault?
How vulnerable are Myanmar and Thailand to earthquakes?
Watch Wion Wideangle

Inside Deadly Myanmar Earthquake | Living On A Fault Line | WION Wideangle

From the recent hot mic incident to the oval office clash with Ukrainian president Zelensky to ripping into Europe.

US' vice president JD Vance has quickly become one of the most talked about political figures in US Politics

How is Vance different from other US VPs?

Watch WION Wideangle: JD Vance: spotlight on the us vice president

The rise of JD Vance: Hot mic moment, Trump-Vance clash with Zelensky, what makes Vance different

As Russia-Ukraine War enters into 4th year, Russia's Vladimir Putin power remains firm. Despite sanctions, Russia’s economy has defied expectations, its military has made strategic gains, and opposition voices have been weakened. What is Putin's endgame?

February 24: Russia-Ukraine War - Has Putin become stronger 3 years later?

For three years, the Ukraine-Russia war has reshaped global geopolitics. As the conflict enters its fourth year, the U.S. and Russia meet for peace talks—but without Ukraine or other European nations at the table. Why were they excluded? Is Europe losing its influence on the world stage? Has this war accelerated the continent’s decline while strengthening Vladimir Putin’s position?

Russia-Ukraine war: 3 years later. Rise of Putin, fall of Europe?

As the United States prepares for Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, all eyes will be on Washington, D.C. 

This week on WION WideAngle, the focus is on Donald Trump and his second term at the White House. 

We will explore Trump's key policies and approaches regarding various issues - including the wars in Ukraine and West Asia, immigration, and tariffs. 

Trump 2.0 is set to issue over 100 executive orders on the first day in office. 

Will these changes reshape the United States for the better?

WATCH WION WIDEANGLE

Trump Inauguration: From Wars to Immigration and Tariffs. Will Anything Change?

Maha Kumbh 2025 returns to Prayagraj after 144 years. As the world's largest religious gathering starts on January 13, we take you on a spiritual journey that binds millions devotees together.

How is this Kumbh Mela different from other Kumb Melas?

400 million pilgrims and a once-in-a-lifetime experience  

Watch the Maha Kumbh experience on #WIONWideangle

Maha Kumbh 2025: The story of Kumbh and Prayagraj | The Maha Kumbh experience

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Trump-Xi Summit: The Battle of Superpowers

US Blocks Strait of Hormuz | Will the US-Iran War End?

US vs Iran | Trump's 'War of Choice' in Crosshairs

Bangladesh elections 2026: what's at stake?

Intense Snowfall Blankets Kashmir

Volcanic Eruptions Surge: From Ethiopia to Indonesia to Russia| is Colombia Prepared?

Nigeria mass kidnappings| abduction epidemic| nationwide security emergency declared

Red Fort blast | doctors of terror | deadly 'terrorist incident' rocks Delhi

UK economy at risk of ever-higher borrowing costs

Nuclear-powered icebreaker | Why Arctic matters for Russia

Inside Alaska, once a Russian territory | Decoding America’s Arctic ambitions

The Arctic: The new battleground | Who is winning the race- America or Russia?

Gaza's Deadly July: Starvation & Death | Israel-Gaza War | WION Wideangle

Israel, North Korea, Pakistan: Inside the world’s most secret nuclear sites

Israel, North Korea, Pakistan: Inside the world’s most secret nuclear sites

Israel-Iran war: From allies to enemies | Will Iran surrender? | Who will win the war? | WION Wideangle

Turkey's interest in Kashmir | India hits back at Pakistan and Turkey | WION Wideangle

Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan war: From India strikes to ceasefire

UAE Seeks AI Chips Access Amid Restrictions

North Korea's nuclear power: Can Trump stop Kim Jong-Un?

Inside Deadly Myanmar Earthquake | Living On A Fault Line | WION Wideangle

The rise of JD Vance: Hot mic moment, Trump-Vance clash with Zelensky, what makes Vance different

February 24: Russia-Ukraine War - Has Putin become stronger 3 years later?

Russia-Ukraine war: 3 years later. Rise of Putin, fall of Europe?

Trump Inauguration: From Wars to Immigration and Tariffs. Will Anything Change?

Maha Kumbh 2025: The story of Kumbh and Prayagraj | The Maha Kumbh experience