Top 10 world news: Russia strikes port in Ukraine near Romania border, PM Modi calls for UNSC reform & more

Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people.In other news, IndianPrime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of the G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter.

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Ukraine claims it downed 22 Shahed drones as Russia hits port on Romania border; 2 injured

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Russia on Sunday (September 3) launched a 3.5-hour-long drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa, hitting Danube River port infrastructure and injuring at least two people. Meanwhile, Russia said it hit targets on the Danube port of Reni, on the border with NATO member Romania.

Indian PM Modi sets the tone for UN Security Council reforms before hosting G20 leaders

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi, called for reform of the United Nations to match the changing geo-economic realities of the world and ensure representation of voices that matter.

Iraq: At least four killed, over a dozen injured after clashes between ethnic groups in Kirkuk

At least four people were killed and 15 others were injured after clashes erupted between ethnic groups in the northern Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk, reported news agency AFP citing officials, on Sunday (September 3).

North Korea conducts simulated 'tactical nuclear attack' drill to 'warn enemies'

North Korea conducted a "simulated tactical nuclear attack" drill on Saturday (September 2) with mock atomic warheads attached to two long-range cruise projectiles, state-controlled media said on Sunday (September 3). As per reports, the missiles were test-fired into the ocean.

France plans to ban disposable e-cigarettes in bid to curb smoking habit

France will ban disposable electronic cigarettes or vapes as a part of the country’s plan to combat smoking and fight tobacco use, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on broadcaster RTL, on Sunday (September 3).

Heavy rains make 'Burning Man' site muddy, police investigate one death

As thousands of attendees were ordered to take shelter amid muddy conditions and heavy rain during the Burning Man festival in Nevada desert, police launched investigation into a death.

RAAC concrete crisis: UK govt vows to ‘spend what it takes’ to deal with crumbling school buildings

British Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, on Sunday (September 3) vowed to “spend what it takes” to deal with the crumbling school buildings and said that the United Kingdom government will move to fix the unsafe infrastructure quickly.

Iran: Two female journalists sentenced to prison over 'conspiracy and collusion'

Two women journalists in Iran have been sentenced to prison and will spend around a month in jail as part of a three-year partly suspended lockup sentence over "conspiracy" and "collusion", said the local media reports on Sunday (September 3).

Valarmathi: The voice behind ISRO rocket launch countdown, fades away

With a launch mission happening almost every month in 2023, ISRO live streams are closely watched by people in India and abroad. As one watches more of these launches, the voices of the officials featuring on the broadcast and the unique voice and manner havebecome instantly recognisable. One such voice, that of ISRO scientist Valarmathi, has faded away.

Asia Cup: Fully-fit Jasprit Bumrah returns home ahead of India's second group game against Nepal - Reports

The Indian Cricket Team will be without its ace seamer, Jasprit Bumrah, for their second group stage game against Nepal on September 4 in Pallekele, Kandy. As per the latest reports, fully-fit Bumrah is said to have headed home midway into the tournament after taking BCCI’s permission and will return ahead of the Super Four stage if India manages to qualify.