Top 10 world news: Chandrayaan-3 to land on Aug 23, Putin agrees to extend Ukraine grain deal & more

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. In other news,Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

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India's Chandrayaan-3 to make lunar landing on August 23

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India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23.

Putin has agreed to extend Black Sea grain deal, says Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

Indian student beaten up with iron rods by Khalistan supporters in Sydney: Report

An Indian student in Sydney was allegedly beaten up by supporters of Khalistan movement, a discredited separatist movement that calls for the break-up of the Indian state of Punjab.

‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission, on Friday (July 14) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 2:35 pm (local time).Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently in France, said, "Chandrayaan-3 scripts a new chapter in India's space odyssey. It soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian. This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists' relentless dedication."

'Giant in global history': Macron, Modi pen new chapter in India-France ties

In a significant display of bilateral bonhomie, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed India as "a giant in world history" and acknowledged the 'decisive role' India is set to play in the future.

Ukraine says it advanced nearly 2 km on southern front this week; downed 16 drones in overnight attack

Officials in Kyiv, on Friday (July 14), claimed to have advanced nearly two kilometres along the southern front over the past week amid the Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture its territory occupied by Russia, reported AFP.

Over six tonnes of shark fins seized in Panama, five arrested in illegal trade operation

In Panama, police have seized more than six tonnes of shark fins that were reportedly headed to Asia. In addition, authorities have arrested five people in connection to the illegal trade of shark fins, which happen to be a delicacy in some cultures.

Russian lawmakers approve bill against gender reassignment, ostracising LGBTQ+ community

The Russian lawmakers on Friday (July 14) voted in favour of new legislation that makes gender reassignment illegal. The bill was passed in the lower house of parliament, further strengthening Moscow's credentials as an ultra-conservative society.

UK: Pay issues strike again, 950 ground workers at Gatwick airport set to stage eight-day protest

In the United Kingdom, the travel plans of thousands of travellers are set to be affected as nearly a thousand airport workers at Gatwick Airport in England strike over pay issues.

India loses another cheetah in Kuno National Park, eighth in five months

India lost another cheetah that was imported from South Africa to increase its population, making it the eight feline casualty within five months.