Top 10 world news: Death toll at hajj crosses 1,000; Delhi court grants bail to Kejriwal, and more

The death toll during the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia has surpassed 1,000 this year amid scorching heat, AFP reported on Thursday (June 20). Out of the reported deaths, over half of them were unregistered worshippers who perished due to intense heat while performing the annual rituals in the holy city of Mecca. In other news, A Delhi Court on Thursday (Jun 20) granted bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the money laundering case connected to the alleged liquor policy scam on a bail bond of ₹1,00,000 ($1,195.74)

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Hajj pilgrims death: Toll surpasses 1,000 amid intense heat

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The death toll during theHajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia has surpassed 1,000 this year amid scorching heat, AFP reportedon Thursday (June 20).Out of the reported deaths, over half of them were unregistered worshippers who perished due to intense heat while performing the annual rituals in the holy city of Mecca.

Delhi court grants bail to CM Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case

A Delhi Court on Thursday (Jun 20) granted bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the money laundering case connected to the alleged liquor policy scam on a bail bond of ₹1,00,000 ($1,195.74). Vacation Judge Nyay Bindu of Rouse Avenue Courts passed the order after reserving it earlier today.

Chinese coast guards attack Philippine naval vessels with knives, axes

Manila released new footage of Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing knives, an axe and other weapons in a clash with Philippine naval vessels. The scuffle happened near a strategic reef in the South China Sea.

Social media buzzes over videos of 'bored' Putin at North Korean concert| Pics

Netizens go through everything on social media with a fine tooth comb, and this time, none other than Russian President Vladimir Putin caught their attention. Videos from Putin's first visit to North Korea in 24 years have gone viral on social media, allegedly showing the leader looking bored at a special concert performance in Pyongyang in his honour.

NEET paper leak case: Govt to form committee to review functioning of NTA

In a major development in the NEET paper leak case, the Indian government on Thursday (June 20) said that it will form a high-level committee to review the functioning of the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Laxman to travel for Zimbabwe tour as Gambhir’s tenure to begin soon - Reports

NCA head and former India great VVS Laxman will travel with Team India for the Zimbabwe T20Is, starting July 6, while Gautam Gambhir, who is likely to replace Rahul Dravid as India’s new head coach, will begin tenure mid-July during the away Sri Lanka series. Per the latest reports, the BCCI will announce Gambhir’s appointment as India’s new head coach soon, with the two-time World Cup winner likely to bring his coaching staff alongside.

US Supreme Court upholds Trump-era tax on foreign assets; handing Biden potential win

A Washington state couple's argument was rejected by the Supreme Court on Thursday, preserving a Trump-era tax on foreign assets. The case could have compromised current tax laws and blown up Democratic talk of a wealth tax.

PM Modi indicates early restoration of statehood on his two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in Srinagar for his two-day visit, on Thursday (June 20) assured that the day is not far when the people of Jammu and Kashmir will cast their votes in the assembly elections to form a new government.

Environmental activists arrested for spraying orange paint on private jets at UK airport

A group of activists on Thursday (June 20) sprayed an orange-coloured substance on private jets parked at Stansted Airport in England.The location of where the act was staged was verified with the help of the houses, pavement, and trees visible in the video posted by the environmental group Just Stop Oil on its official X handle.

South Korean government looking for the Next BTS? Official's remark draws flak

The South Korean government is aiming to find the'NextBTS'. According to reports, the government reportedly plans to establish a ‘K Content Cultural Complex' with a 5 trillion won policy finance initiative. The aim is to find a new band similar to BTS and a 'second Parasite'.