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The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed three US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28). In other news,&nbsp;Israel’s intelligence agency in its six-page dossier has claimed that nearly 190 UNRWA employees, which also included teachers, have worked as Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants.&nbsp;

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The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed three&nbsp;US soldiers.&nbsp;Recently discharged Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the statement and asserted that Pentagon was chalking up a plan to avenge the drone attack.&nbsp;

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Israel’s intelligence agency in its six-page dossier has claimed that nearly 190 UNRWA employees&nbsp;have worked as Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants.&nbsp;The allegations&nbsp;have led to multiple countries halting funds for the UN agency.

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North Korea fired several cruise missiles into waters off its west coast on Tuesday (Jan 30), said South Korea’s military, marking the third time that Pyongyang has tested cruise missiles in less than a week.

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An Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at the Purdue University, Indiana, US has been confirmed dead after being reported missing since Sunday (Jan 28), according to local media reports.&nbsp;

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The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed three US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28).

The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed three US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28). In other news, Israel’s intelligence agency in its six-page dossier has claimed that nearly 190 UNRWA employees, which also included teachers, have worked as Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants. Click on the headlines to read more: Pentagon vows action after Jordan attack, releases names of 3 soldiers killed as Iran denies involvement The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed three US soldiers. Recently discharged Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the statement and asserted that Pentagon was chalking up a plan to avenge the drone attack. Israel alleges nearly 190 UN staff doubled as Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants: Report Israel’s intelligence agency in its six-page dossier has claimed that nearly 190 UNRWA employees have worked as Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants. The allegations have led to multiple countries halting funds for the UN agency. North Korea fires 'several' cruise missiles off its west coast, says South Korea’s military North Korea fired several cruise missiles into waters off its west coast on Tuesday (Jan 30), said South Korea’s military, marking the third time that Pyongyang has tested cruise missiles in less than a week. Missing Indian student of Purdue University found dead on campus An Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at the Purdue University, Indiana, US has been confirmed dead after being reported missing since Sunday (Jan 28), according to local media reports. WATCH | The global AI race for supremacy: China betting on Artificial Intelligence

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A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury.&nbsp;

<h2>About the attack</h2>

The emergency services responded to an incident that occurred at around 7:45 pm (local time), on Monday (Jan 29) at a private wharf in Elizabeth Bay and found a woman believed to be in her 20s, with “a serious injury” to her right leg, said the police in New South Wales, in a statement.&nbsp;

The Australian media later identified the woman as 29-year-old, Lauren O’Neill. According to the police, the woman was swimming off the wharf when the shark attacked her. She reportedly suffered significant injuries to her leg and blood loss after being attacked by a bull shark.

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Media reports citing residents and the police said that the incident took place about 20 metres off from the jetty and less than two kilometres from Sydney Opera House. Notably, while shark sightings along the prominent Australian city’s ocean-facing beaches are common, it was the first attack in Sydney Harbour since February 2009.&nbsp;

According to 9News, a nearby veterinarian applied a tourniquet to stem the bleeding and O’Neill was rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital in a critical condition.&nbsp;

The 29-year-old, as per a hospital spokesperson, is in stable condition in intensive care and is expected to undergo surgery during the day.

<h2>Neighbours recall ‘horrifying’ attack</h2>

O’Neill’s neighbours rushed to help her after the shark attack, while a veterinarian living nearby gave first aid.&nbsp;

“I got home from work and sat down on the couch. I heard a soft yell for help just outside the window,” nearby resident Michael Porter told reporters, as quoted by AFP. He saw a woman outside trying to climb a ladder out of the harbour’s waters.

“Behind her was her leg, which was limp and all completely open and full of dark red blood behind her,” Porter added. “The whole thing was totally surreal and I still haven’t processed it all, to be honest.”

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“We have always worried and known about sharks in the harbour,” he said. “It’s only now that it feels very real.” Porter also went on to call the vet named Fiona who applied tourniquets a “hero,” adding “I believe she saved her life.”

Amy Smoothey, senior shark scientist at the New South Wales department of primary industries, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that based on the bite patterns and images provided, the woman was likely attacked by a bull shark.&nbsp;

Sharks are “more actively feeding” in low light at dawn and dusk, Smoothey said, making it “potentially a high-risk time to be swimming”. She also said that scientists have tagged 87 large bull sharks in Sydney Harbour since 2009.&nbsp;

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A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury.

A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury. About the attack The emergency services responded to an incident that occurred at around 7:45 pm (local time), on Monday (Jan 29) at a private wharf in Elizabeth Bay and found a woman believed to be in her 20s, with “a serious injury” to her right leg, said the police in New South Wales, in a statement. The Australian media later identified the woman as 29-year-old, Lauren O’Neill. According to the police, the woman was swimming off the wharf when the shark attacked her. She reportedly suffered significant injuries to her leg and blood loss after being attacked by a bull shark. ALSO READ | UK: Newborn baby girl found dead in pub toilet in Leeds; police launch search for mother Media reports citing residents and the police said that the incident took place about 20 metres off from the jetty and less than two kilometres from Sydney Opera House. Notably, while shark sightings along the prominent Australian city’s ocean-facing beaches are common, it was the first attack in Sydney Harbour since February 2009. According to 9News, a nearby veterinarian applied a tourniquet to stem the bleeding and O’Neill was rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital in a critical condition. The 29-year-old, as per a hospital spokesperson, is in stable condition in intensive care and is expected to undergo surgery during the day. Neighbours recall ‘horrifying’ attack O’Neill’s neighbours rushed to help her after the shark attack, while a veterinarian living nearby gave first aid. “I got home from work and sat down on the couch. I heard a soft yell for help just outside the window,” nearby resident Michael Porter told reporters, as quoted by AFP. He saw a woman outside trying to climb a ladder out of the harbour’s waters. “Behind her was her leg, which was limp and all completely open and full of dark red blood behind her,” Porter added. “The whole thing was totally surreal and I still haven’t processed it all, to be honest.” ALSO READ | Witness describes deadly, horrific 'launch and bite' shark attack “We have always worried and known about sharks in the harbour,” he said. “It’s only now that it feels very real.” Porter also went on to call the vet named Fiona who applied tourniquets a “hero,” adding “I believe she saved her life.” Amy Smoothey, senior shark scientist at the New South Wales department of primary industries, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that based on the bite patterns and images provided, the woman was likely attacked by a bull shark. Sharks are “more actively feeding” in low light at dawn and dusk, Smoothey said, making it “potentially a high-risk time to be swimming”. She also said that scientists have tagged 87 large bull sharks in Sydney Harbour since 2009. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia: Woman in stable condition after rare shark attack in Sydney Harbour

The province of British Columbia in Canada on Monday (Jan 29) announced it was banning new colleges from applying to enrol international students for the next two years, until February 2026 as the administration attempts to weed out "exploitive practices" from the system.&nbsp;

The province, home to a significant Indian student&nbsp;population, has witnessed several cases where colleges and universities have ripped them off.&nbsp;

Post-Secondary Education Minister Selina Robinson cited the example of an Indian student whose family had saved money to send her to BC for "quality education". However, upon arriving, she was placed in online classes.&nbsp;

"She arrived here being told that there would be in-class instruction, only to discover on her first day of class as she showed up that the entire course would be taught online, and she couldn't understand why she spent all that money for an online programme," Robinson said.

"We do need to stop the bad actors from misleading these students, and that's what we're here to fix," she added.&nbsp;

Currently,&nbsp;175,000 international post-secondary students from more than 150 countries reside in BC&nbsp;with nearly 54 per cent enrolled in private colleges.&nbsp;

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<h2>Two-year cap on international students</h2>

The decision by the province comes a little more than a week after the Canadian government&nbsp;announced an immediate two-year cap on the intake of international students.&nbsp;

The new measures will also impose certain limitations on post-graduate work permits granted to international students which will most likely push them to go back to their home countries.

As per data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there were&nbsp;215,910 Indian international students in Canada out of&nbsp;579,075.&nbsp;

"These measures are to ensure that as future students arrive in Canada, they receive the quality of education that they signed up for and the hope that they were provided in their home countries. It would be a disservice to welcome international students to Canada knowing that now all of them are getting the resources they need to succeed in Canada," said&nbsp;immigration minister&nbsp;Marc Miller at the time.&nbsp;

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The Justin Trudeau administration is looking to reduce the intake of students by 35 per cent in 2024 to about 3,60,000. Apart from the quality of education deteriorating, the housing crisis has been one of the main reasons for announcing the cap.&nbsp;

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Canada's population grew by more than 430,000 during the third quarter of 2023, which was the fastest in any quarter since 1957. The majority of the population increase was due to foreign nationals arriving at the universities. Reports state that Ottawa was facing a&nbsp;shortfall of 345,000 housing units, compounded by rising interest rates.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The province of British Columbia in Canada on Monday (Jan 29) announced it was banning new colleges from applying to enrol international students for the next two years, until February 2026 as the administration attempts to weed out "exploitive practices" from the system.

The province of British Columbia in Canada on Monday (Jan 29) announced it was banning new colleges from applying to enrol international students for the next two years, until February 2026 as the administration attempts to weed out "exploitive practices" from the system. The province, home to a significant Indian student population, has witnessed several cases where colleges and universities have ripped them off. Post-Secondary Education Minister Selina Robinson cited the example of an Indian student whose family had saved money to send her to BC for "quality education". However, upon arriving, she was placed in online classes. "She arrived here being told that there would be in-class instruction, only to discover on her first day of class as she showed up that the entire course would be taught online, and she couldn't understand why she spent all that money for an online programme," Robinson said. "We do need to stop the bad actors from misleading these students, and that's what we're here to fix," she added. Currently, 175,000 international post-secondary students from more than 150 countries reside in BC with nearly 54 per cent enrolled in private colleges. Watch | Canada finance minister acknowledges housing crisis challenge Two-year cap on international students The decision by the province comes a little more than a week after the Canadian government announced an immediate two-year cap on the intake of international students. The new measures will also impose certain limitations on post-graduate work permits granted to international students which will most likely push them to go back to their home countries. As per data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there were 215,910 Indian international students in Canada out of 579,075. "These measures are to ensure that as future students arrive in Canada, they receive the quality of education that they signed up for and the hope that they were provided in their home countries. It would be a disservice to welcome international students to Canada knowing that now all of them are getting the resources they need to succeed in Canada," said immigration minister Marc Miller at the time. Also read | Explained | Canada's new visa norms and their impact on Indian students The Justin Trudeau administration is looking to reduce the intake of students by 35 per cent in 2024 to about 3,60,000. Apart from the quality of education deteriorating, the housing crisis has been one of the main reasons for announcing the cap. Canada's population grew by more than 430,000 during the third quarter of 2023, which was the fastest in any quarter since 1957. The majority of the population increase was due to foreign nationals arriving at the universities. Reports state that Ottawa was facing a shortfall of 345,000 housing units, compounded by rising interest rates. (With inputs from agencies)

Canadian province of British Columbia bans new colleges from enrolling students for two years

United States President Joe Biden said on Tuesday (Jan 30) that he has decided how to respond to the drone attack on US troops in Jordan, which killed three service members. Biden also added that Iran is to blame for supplying weapons to the militant groups.&nbsp;

Biden responded to the reporters as he left the White House on a campaign trip to Florida. He was asked whether or not he had made a decision on his response. He said, "Yes."&nbsp;

The US president also asked whether Iran was to blame, and he said, "I do hold them responsible, in the sense that they're supplying the weapons to the people who did it."&nbsp;

Biden also said that the US does not need a wider war in the Middle East.&nbsp;

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In an election year, Biden and his party have been facing growing pressure to punish Iran for the drone strike on a US military facility near the Jordanian-Syrian border on Sunday, with some urging direct strikes on Iran itself.

However, US media reported that Biden's administration believes hitting Iranian territory could escalate tensions, with strikes on Iranian-backed militias and possibly on Iranian Revolutionary Guard facilities in other countries more likely.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the White House had said on Monday that the US will aim at a "very consequential" response.&nbsp;

While talking about links to Tehran, Biden said that the US would have that "discussion" when asked if a direct link to Iran had been established.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;US bases attacked in Jordan: Officials say drone 'mix-up' led to the attack&nbsp;

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<h2>Middle East crisis&nbsp;</h2>

In the past few weeks, tensions have escalated sharply in the Middle East (West Asia) region, especially after the Jordan attack in the already unstable region after the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and Israel's devastating response in Gaza.&nbsp;

Global calls have been made to opt for a diplomatic channel and avoid escalation, with Russia, a close ally of Iran, on Tuesday calling for de-escalation.

"In our view, the overall level of tension is very alarming and, on the contrary, now is the time for steps to de-escalate tensions," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters in Moscow.

"This is the only thing that can help us prevent further spreading of the conflict, especially the Middle East conflict, and somehow achieve de-confliction and de-escalation," Peskov added.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden said on Tuesday (Jan 30) that he has decided how to respond to the drone attack on US troops in Jordan, which killed three service members.

United States President Joe Biden said on Tuesday (Jan 30) that he has decided how to respond to the drone attack on US troops in Jordan, which killed three service members. Biden also added that Iran is to blame for supplying weapons to the militant groups. Biden responded to the reporters as he left the White House on a campaign trip to Florida. He was asked whether or not he had made a decision on his response. He said, "Yes." The US president also asked whether Iran was to blame, and he said, "I do hold them responsible, in the sense that they're supplying the weapons to the people who did it." Biden also said that the US does not need a wider war in the Middle East. Also read: CCTV footage shows undercover Israeli troops raiding West Bank hospital, killing three Palestinians In an election year, Biden and his party have been facing growing pressure to punish Iran for the drone strike on a US military facility near the Jordanian-Syrian border on Sunday, with some urging direct strikes on Iran itself. However, US media reported that Biden's administration believes hitting Iranian territory could escalate tensions, with strikes on Iranian-backed militias and possibly on Iranian Revolutionary Guard facilities in other countries more likely. Meanwhile, the White House had said on Monday that the US will aim at a "very consequential" response. While talking about links to Tehran, Biden said that the US would have that "discussion" when asked if a direct link to Iran had been established. Also read: Who is Kataib Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group allegedly behind strike on US troops in Jordan Watch: US bases attacked in Jordan: Officials say drone 'mix-up' led to the attack × Middle East crisis In the past few weeks, tensions have escalated sharply in the Middle East (West Asia) region, especially after the Jordan attack in the already unstable region after the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and Israel's devastating response in Gaza. Global calls have been made to opt for a diplomatic channel and avoid escalation, with Russia, a close ally of Iran, on Tuesday calling for de-escalation. "In our view, the overall level of tension is very alarming and, on the contrary, now is the time for steps to de-escalate tensions," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters in Moscow. "This is the only thing that can help us prevent further spreading of the conflict, especially the Middle East conflict, and somehow achieve de-confliction and de-escalation," Peskov added. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Jordan drone attack: Biden has decided on response, doesn't want wider war in Middle East

A dramatic CCTV footage released on Tuesday (Jan 30) showed Israeli security forces engaged in a hospital raid that killed at least three Palestinians. The footage showed around a dozen Israeli troops running with rifles through a corridor in Ibn Sina Hospital in the West Bank. The video showed some in women's garb and two dressed as medical staff.&nbsp;

The news agency Reuters said that it was able to confirm the location by hospital signs, colour and design of the door and walls seen in the video. The news agency matched the CCTV video with available file footage of the scene.&nbsp;

The Israeli authorities stated that commandos disguised as Palestinians killed three gunmen in the hospital in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, one of whom they accused of planning an imminent attack.&nbsp;

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Hamas claimed one of the dead in Ibn Sina Hospital as its member. The allied faction Islamic Jihad claimed the other two, stating that they were brothers. Ibn Sina said one of the brothers had been receiving treatment for an injury that paralysed his legs.&nbsp;

Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's national security minister, reposted the clip on social media. He congratulated the forces who carried out the raid, stating, "Let all our enemies know that our forces will operate everywhere and by all means to protect our citizens and the state of Israel."&nbsp;

Israel’s military released a statement, revealing the names of the men killed as Mohammed Jalamneh, Mohammed Ghazawi and his brother Basel Ghazawi.&nbsp;

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The statement claimed: "Jalamneh planned to carry out a terror attack in the immediate future and used the hospital as a hiding place and therefore was neutralized. Israeli security forces will continue to act against any threat that would endanger the security of Israeli civilians."&nbsp;

"For a long time, wanted suspects have been hiding in hospitals and using them as a base for planning terrorist activities and carrying out terror attacks, while they assume that the exploitation of hospitals will serve as protection against counter-terrorism activities of Israeli security forces. This is another example of the cynical use of civilian areas and hospitals as shelters and human shields by terrorist organisations," it added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Hamas to study new ceasefire proposal&nbsp;</h2>

Hamas said on Tuesday it would study a new ceasefire proposal in the war with Israel in Gaza.

As reported by Reuters, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh said the group had received a ceasefire proposal put forward after talks in Paris. He said he would study the plan and visit Cairo for discussions on it.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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A dramatic CCTV footage released on Tuesday (Jan 30) showed Israeli security forces engaged in a hospital raid that killed at least three Palestinians. The footage showed around a dozen Israeli troops running with rifles through a corridor in Ibn Sina Hospital in the West Bank.

A dramatic CCTV footage released on Tuesday (Jan 30) showed Israeli security forces engaged in a hospital raid that killed at least three Palestinians. The footage showed around a dozen Israeli troops running with rifles through a corridor in Ibn Sina Hospital in the West Bank. The video showed some in women's garb and two dressed as medical staff. The news agency Reuters said that it was able to confirm the location by hospital signs, colour and design of the door and walls seen in the video. The news agency matched the CCTV video with available file footage of the scene. The Israeli authorities stated that commandos disguised as Palestinians killed three gunmen in the hospital in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, one of whom they accused of planning an imminent attack. Also read: Who is Kataib Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group allegedly behind strike on US troops in Jordan Hamas claimed one of the dead in Ibn Sina Hospital as its member. The allied faction Islamic Jihad claimed the other two, stating that they were brothers. Ibn Sina said one of the brothers had been receiving treatment for an injury that paralysed his legs. Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's national security minister, reposted the clip on social media. He congratulated the forces who carried out the raid, stating, "Let all our enemies know that our forces will operate everywhere and by all means to protect our citizens and the state of Israel." Israel’s military released a statement, revealing the names of the men killed as Mohammed Jalamneh, Mohammed Ghazawi and his brother Basel Ghazawi. Also read: Former US House speaker Nancy Pelosi tells pro-Palestinian activists to 'go back to China' The statement claimed: "Jalamneh planned to carry out a terror attack in the immediate future and used the hospital as a hiding place and therefore was neutralized. Israeli security forces will continue to act against any threat that would endanger the security of Israeli civilians." "For a long time, wanted suspects have been hiding in hospitals and using them as a base for planning terrorist activities and carrying out terror attacks, while they assume that the exploitation of hospitals will serve as protection against counter-terrorism activities of Israeli security forces. This is another example of the cynical use of civilian areas and hospitals as shelters and human shields by terrorist organisations," it added. Watch the video: Watch the moment undercover Israeli special forces, posing as nurses, civilians and elderly crippled in a wheelchair, stormed Ibn Sina Hospital in Jenin, West Bank#IsraelHamasWar Track updates: https://t.co/PiC4Q6XLO1 pic.twitter.com/Iki9FbsF5X — WION (@WIONews) January 30, 2024 × Hamas to study new ceasefire proposal Hamas said on Tuesday it would study a new ceasefire proposal in the war with Israel in Gaza. As reported by Reuters, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh said the group had received a ceasefire proposal put forward after talks in Paris. He said he would study the plan and visit Cairo for discussions on it. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

CCTV footage shows undercover Israeli troops raiding West Bank hospital, killing three Palestinian militants

US H-1B visa-holders&nbsp;who got their visas issued from India or Canada need not leave US just to get them renewed as the online visa renewal drive has kicked off. The pilot programme is a significant change in US visa policy in nearly two decades. There is usually a long wait to get an H-1B visa or carry out related formalities. The online visa renewal is therefore likely to be a great help for these visa holders. The drive has already started on January 29, 2024, and will go on till April 1, 2024.

The US Department of State has made an official announcement about the drive.

<h2>How to renew US H-1B visa through online renewal process?</h2>

As per the US Department of State, qualified H-1B non-immigrant visa holders who fulfil certain requirements can apply to get their visas renewed.

<h2>Eligibility for US H-1B visa online renewal</h2>

Only those H-1B visaholders whose most recent visas have been issued by US Mission Canada or by US Mission India.

In case of US Mission Canada, the date of issuance of the visa must be between January 1, 2020 through April 1, 2023.

In case of US Mission India, the date of issuance must be between February 1, 2021, through September 30, 2021.

<h2>How to renew H-1B visa online?</h2>

The link of the official webpage has been made public by the US State Department.

Step 1: When the visa-holder visits the official webpage, they will have to select the country (India or Canada) from where their most recent H-1B visa was issued. A navigator tool will then lead the visa-holder to a webpage where they can check their eligibility for the pilot online visa renewal programme.

Step 2: If the visa holder is eligible for the programme, they will be asked to follow instructions on the webpage and will have to fill and submit form DS-160. This form is called Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application.

Step 3: The applicant will then be asked to pay a non-transferrable, non-refundable Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) application processing fee. The fee is $205.

Step 4: The visa holder can then follow instructions on the portal to mail passport and other documents for visa renewal process.

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<h2>Slots for US H-1B visa renewal</h2>

A maximum of 20,000 slots will be made available for the visa renewal.

The slots will be released on following dates:&nbsp;

January 29, 2024 
February 5, 2024&nbsp; 
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February 19, 2024&nbsp; 
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The applications will be made on these dates and will be processed on a first-come first-serve basis.

H-1B visa-holders may want to hurry as the drive will last only till April 1, 2024 or when 20,000 slots are filled, whichever comes first.

US H-1B visa-holders who got their visas issued from India or Canada need not leave US just to get them renewed as the online visa renewal drive has kicked off. The pilot programme is a significant change in US visa policy in nearly two decades.

US H-1B visa-holders who got their visas issued from India or Canada need not leave US just to get them renewed as the online visa renewal drive has kicked off. The pilot programme is a significant change in US visa policy in nearly two decades. There is usually a long wait to get an H-1B visa or carry out related formalities. The online visa renewal is therefore likely to be a great help for these visa holders. The drive has already started on January 29, 2024, and will go on till April 1, 2024. The US Department of State has made an official announcement about the drive. How to renew US H-1B visa through online renewal process? As per the US Department of State, qualified H-1B non-immigrant visa holders who fulfil certain requirements can apply to get their visas renewed. Eligibility for US H-1B visa online renewal Only those H-1B visaholders whose most recent visas have been issued by US Mission Canada or by US Mission India. In case of US Mission Canada, the date of issuance of the visa must be between January 1, 2020 through April 1, 2023. In case of US Mission India, the date of issuance must be between February 1, 2021, through September 30, 2021. How to renew H-1B visa online? The link of the official webpage has been made public by the US State Department. Step 1: When the visa-holder visits the official webpage, they will have to select the country (India or Canada) from where their most recent H-1B visa was issued. A navigator tool will then lead the visa-holder to a webpage where they can check their eligibility for the pilot online visa renewal programme. Step 2: If the visa holder is eligible for the programme, they will be asked to follow instructions on the webpage and will have to fill and submit form DS-160. This form is called Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application. Step 3: The applicant will then be asked to pay a non-transferrable, non-refundable Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) application processing fee. The fee is $205. Step 4: The visa holder can then follow instructions on the portal to mail passport and other documents for visa renewal process. Watch | Canada caps international student permits by one-third × Also Read | US-based tech entrepreneur donates $13.75 million to alma mater IIT-Madras Slots for US H-1B visa renewal A maximum of 20,000 slots will be made available for the visa renewal. The slots will be released on following dates: January 29, 2024 February 5, 2024 February 12, 2024 February 19, 2024 February 26, 2024 The applications will be made on these dates and will be processed on a first-come first-serve basis. H-1B visa-holders may want to hurry as the drive will last only till April 1, 2024 or when 20,000 slots are filled, whichever comes first.

US H-1B visa renewal drive begins online. Here's how to apply

Elon Musk's company Neuralink has successfully implanted one of its wireless brain chips in a human for the first time. Musk has said that the initial results detecting nerve impulses.

Elon Musk's Neuralink aims to connect brains to computers, introduces 1st wireless chip implant

Saudi Arabia's Makkah hosted the second Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship on 27th January, Saturday. Hosted by Al-Wehda Saudi Club, the event saw the participation of several girls and 10 boys who competed at the championship.

The championship, a testament to the growing popularity of yoga in Saudi Arabia, attracted participants from Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Taif, and other cities, highlighting the diverse and widespread interest in the ancient practice.

Organised by the Saudi Yoga Committee, the festival was held under the auspices of the Saudi Arabia Olympic Committee and the Ministry of Sports, signaling the official recognition of yoga as a legitimate sporting activity.

Nouf Al-Marwaai, the President of the Saudi Yoga Committee, was present at the event emphasising the importance of yoga in promoting physical and mental well-being.

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Consul General of India, Mohammed Shahid Alam, also attended the championship, underlining the diplomatic and cultural exchange that events like these facilitate between Saudi Arabia and India.

The presence of international delegates underscored the event's significance on the global yoga stage, showcasing Saudi Arabia's commitment to embracing and promoting yoga as a holistic discipline.

The Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship marked its debut in Jeddah in 2022, and its success prompted the expansion of the event to Makkah this year.

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The growing interest and participation in yoga are indicative of a broader societal shift towards embracing diverse forms of physical and mental fitness.

Yoga, which was officially allowed in the country in November 2017, has seen a steady rise in popularity as more people recognise its numerous benefits.

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The formation of the Saudi Yoga Committee in May 2021, subsequently recognised as the new Saudi Yoga Federation, further solidified the commitment to fostering a thriving yoga community in the country.

As Saudi Arabia continues to embrace the practice of yoga, events like the Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship play a crucial role in promoting wellness, unity, and cultural exchange.&nbsp;

Saudi Arabia's Makkah hosted the second Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship on 27th January, Saturday. Hosted by Al-Wehda Saudi Club, the event saw the participation of several girls and 10 boys who competed at the championship.

Saudi Arabia's Makkah hosted the second Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship on 27th January, Saturday. Hosted by Al-Wehda Saudi Club, the event saw the participation of several girls and 10 boys who competed at the championship. The championship, a testament to the growing popularity of yoga in Saudi Arabia, attracted participants from Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Taif, and other cities, highlighting the diverse and widespread interest in the ancient practice. Organised by the Saudi Yoga Committee, the festival was held under the auspices of the Saudi Arabia Olympic Committee and the Ministry of Sports, signaling the official recognition of yoga as a legitimate sporting activity. Nouf Al-Marwaai, the President of the Saudi Yoga Committee, was present at the event emphasising the importance of yoga in promoting physical and mental well-being. Also Read | IMF raises world economy growth forecast, pegs up India’s growth to 6.5 per cent Consul General of India, Mohammed Shahid Alam, also attended the championship, underlining the diplomatic and cultural exchange that events like these facilitate between Saudi Arabia and India. The presence of international delegates underscored the event's significance on the global yoga stage, showcasing Saudi Arabia's commitment to embracing and promoting yoga as a holistic discipline. The Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship marked its debut in Jeddah in 2022, and its success prompted the expansion of the event to Makkah this year. Also Read | Indian Navy rescues hijacked Sri Lankan vessel, all six crew members safe The growing interest and participation in yoga are indicative of a broader societal shift towards embracing diverse forms of physical and mental fitness. Yoga, which was officially allowed in the country in November 2017, has seen a steady rise in popularity as more people recognise its numerous benefits. Watch | Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on India-Maldives ties × The formation of the Saudi Yoga Committee in May 2021, subsequently recognised as the new Saudi Yoga Federation, further solidified the commitment to fostering a thriving yoga community in the country. As Saudi Arabia continues to embrace the practice of yoga, events like the Saudi Open Yoga Asana Championship play a crucial role in promoting wellness, unity, and cultural exchange.

Saudi Arabia's Makkah hosts Yoga event

An Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at the Purdue University, Indiana, US has been confirmed dead after being reported missing since Sunday (Jan 28), according to local media reports.&nbsp;

The Tippecanoe County Coroner's Office said police personnel were called&nbsp;to 500 Allison Road in West Lafayette in the university campus&nbsp;for a possible dead body. After arriving on the scene, a "college-aged male" was found deceased, later confirmed as Acharya by the authorities.&nbsp;

Afterwards, in an email&nbsp;to the university's computer science department, interim CS head Chris Clifton informed&nbsp;students and faculty of Acharya's untimely death.

"It is with great sadness that I inform you that one of our students, Neel Acharya, has passed away.&nbsp;My condolences go out to his friends, family, and all affected," said&nbsp;Clifton.&nbsp;

Notably, Acharya was a double major in computer and data science&nbsp;at the John Martinson Honors College of Purdue University&nbsp;

On Sunday, his mother, Gaury Acharya, had taken to X (formerly known as Twitter) to inform about her son's disappearance and appealed for any hints.

"Our son Neel Acharya is missing since yesterday Jan 28 (12:30 AM EST) He is studying at Purdue University in the US. He was last seen by the Uber driver who dropped him off in Purdue university. We are looking for any info on him. Please help us if you know anything," she wrote.&nbsp;

Responding to her post, India's Consulate General in Chicago said:&nbsp;"(The) Consulate is in touch with Purdue University authorities and also with Neel’s family. Consulate will extend all possible support and help."

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<h2>Indian student hammered to death</h2>

The news of Acharya's demise comes after another Indian student named Vivek Saini, 25, was&nbsp;mercilessly beaten to death with a hammer by a homeless man whom he had reportedly been feeding and sheltering, in the US state of Georgia.&nbsp;

The attack took place in the city of Lithonia and was caught on camera where the&nbsp;assailant, later identified as 53-year-old Julian Faulkner was seen beating Saini to death with a hammer.&nbsp;

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Saini,&nbsp;whose family hails from the Indian state of Haryana had gone to the US two years ago and had recently earned an MBA degree.

Faulkner was arrested on the spot and remains in DeKalb County Jail. He has since been charged with felony murder and interference with government property.

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An Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at the Purdue University, Indiana, US has been confirmed dead after being reported missing since Sunday (Jan 28), according to local media reports.

An Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at the Purdue University, Indiana, US has been confirmed dead after being reported missing since Sunday (Jan 28), according to local media reports. The Tippecanoe County Coroner's Office said police personnel were called to 500 Allison Road in West Lafayette in the university campus for a possible dead body. After arriving on the scene, a "college-aged male" was found deceased, later confirmed as Acharya by the authorities. Afterwards, in an email to the university's computer science department, interim CS head Chris Clifton informed students and faculty of Acharya's untimely death. "It is with great sadness that I inform you that one of our students, Neel Acharya, has passed away. My condolences go out to his friends, family, and all affected," said Clifton. Notably, Acharya was a double major in computer and data science at the John Martinson Honors College of Purdue University On Sunday, his mother, Gaury Acharya, had taken to X (formerly known as Twitter) to inform about her son's disappearance and appealed for any hints. "Our son Neel Acharya is missing since yesterday Jan 28 (12:30 AM EST) He is studying at Purdue University in the US. He was last seen by the Uber driver who dropped him off in Purdue university. We are looking for any info on him. Please help us if you know anything," she wrote. Responding to her post, India's Consulate General in Chicago said: "(The) Consulate is in touch with Purdue University authorities and also with Neel’s family. Consulate will extend all possible support and help." Watch | Gravitas: Indian student stabbed in US Gym dies × Indian student hammered to death The news of Acharya's demise comes after another Indian student named Vivek Saini, 25, was mercilessly beaten to death with a hammer by a homeless man whom he had reportedly been feeding and sheltering, in the US state of Georgia. The attack took place in the city of Lithonia and was caught on camera where the assailant, later identified as 53-year-old Julian Faulkner was seen beating Saini to death with a hammer. Also read | US: Indian student beaten to death by homeless man after feeding and sheltering him for days Saini, whose family hails from the Indian state of Haryana had gone to the US two years ago and had recently earned an MBA degree. Faulkner was arrested on the spot and remains in DeKalb County Jail. He has since been charged with felony murder and interference with government property. (With inputs from agencies)

Missing Indian student of Purdue University found dead on campus

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary, along with Indian President Droupadi Murmu. Watch to know more!

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North Korea fired several cruise missiles into waters off its west coast on Tuesday (Jan 30), said South Korea’s military, marking the third time that Pyongyang has tested cruise missiles in less than a week.

<h2>What did South Korea say?</h2>

South Korea’s military “detected several unknown cruise missiles launched into the West Sea of North Korea around 07:00 (local time)”, said Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)&nbsp;in a statement. However, the number of missiles was not specified.

“While strengthening our monitoring and vigilance, our military has been closely coordinating with the United States to monitor additional signs of North Korea’s provocations,” the JCS told reporters, as quoted by the South Korean news agency Yonhap.&nbsp;

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The launch comes amid a rise in tensions in the Korean peninsula.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>North Korea’s recent missile tests</h2>

North Korea’s state-run news agency KCNA, on Monday (Jan 29) said its leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of Pulhwasal-3-31 missiles from a submarine&nbsp;a day prior.&nbsp;

On Sunday (Jan 28), the South Korean military said its neighbour had fired an unidentified cruise missile around the Sinpo area, days after it staged live-fire exercises near the tense maritime border.

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Earlier on Sunday, Pyongyang denounced a series of military drills conducted by American and South Korean troops in recent weeks and warned of “merciless” consequences.&nbsp;

North Korea, on Wednesday (Jan 24), claimed to have tested its new strategic cruise missile dubbed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-claims-to-have-tested-new-strategic-cruise-missile-pulhwasal-3-31-683422">‘Pulhwasal-3-31’</a> which it said was currently under development.&nbsp;

At the time, KCNA had also reported that the test-firing had no impact on the security of neighbouring countries, and it had “nothing” to do with the regional situation.

Notably, the testing of cruise missiles, which are jet-propelled and fly at lower altitudes, is not banned under current United Nations sanctions on North Korea, unlike their ballistic counterparts.&nbsp;

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Cruise missiles are also more sophisticated ballistic missiles, making them harder to detect and intercept.

The rise in tensions in the Korean peninsula is marked by the North Korean leader’s weapons test and increasingly hostile rhetoric against South Korea, including calling for Seoul to be branded as its “primary foe”.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

North Korea fired several cruise missiles into waters off its west coast on Tuesday (Jan 30), said South Korea’s military, marking the third time that Pyongyang has tested cruise missiles in less than a week.

North Korea fired several cruise missiles into waters off its west coast on Tuesday (Jan 30), said South Korea’s military, marking the third time that Pyongyang has tested cruise missiles in less than a week. What did South Korea say? South Korea’s military “detected several unknown cruise missiles launched into the West Sea of North Korea around 07:00 (local time)”, said Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) in a statement. However, the number of missiles was not specified. “While strengthening our monitoring and vigilance, our military has been closely coordinating with the United States to monitor additional signs of North Korea’s provocations,” the JCS told reporters, as quoted by the South Korean news agency Yonhap. WATCH | North Korea fires 200 artillery shells; South Korea evacuates 2 border islands The launch comes amid a rise in tensions in the Korean peninsula. North Korea’s recent missile tests North Korea’s state-run news agency KCNA, on Monday (Jan 29) said its leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of Pulhwasal-3-31 missiles from a submarine a day prior. On Sunday (Jan 28), the South Korean military said its neighbour had fired an unidentified cruise missile around the Sinpo area, days after it staged live-fire exercises near the tense maritime border. ALSO READ | Day after Seoul's claims, N Korea confirms Kim oversaw launch of cruise missiles from submarine Earlier on Sunday, Pyongyang denounced a series of military drills conducted by American and South Korean troops in recent weeks and warned of “merciless” consequences. North Korea, on Wednesday (Jan 24), claimed to have tested its new strategic cruise missile dubbed ‘Pulhwasal-3-31’ which it said was currently under development. At the time, KCNA had also reported that the test-firing had no impact on the security of neighbouring countries, and it had “nothing” to do with the regional situation. Notably, the testing of cruise missiles, which are jet-propelled and fly at lower altitudes, is not banned under current United Nations sanctions on North Korea, unlike their ballistic counterparts. ALSO READ | Explained | Kim Jong Un reportedly tears down father’s reunification monument. Why is it a big deal? Cruise missiles are also more sophisticated ballistic missiles, making them harder to detect and intercept. The rise in tensions in the Korean peninsula is marked by the North Korean leader’s weapons test and increasingly hostile rhetoric against South Korea, including calling for Seoul to be branded as its “primary foe”. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea fires 'several' cruise missiles off its west coast, says South Korea’s military

The United States and Britain on Monday imposed sanctions on a network of people who targeted Iranian dissidents and opposition activists for assassination at Iran‘s direction, the US Treasury Department said.

US and UK impose sanctions on network targeting Iranian dissidents

The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site&nbsp;in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28).

Recently discharged Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the statement and asserted that Pentagon was chalking up a plan to avenge the drone attack.&nbsp;

“The president and I will not tolerate attacks on US forces and we will take all necessary actions to defend the US and our troops,” Austin said at the Pentagon on Monday (Jan 29).

Pentagon's statement comes a day after&nbsp;US President Joe Biden also blamed Iran&nbsp;for the strike and vowed that Washington would respond.

"While we are still gathering the facts of this attack, we know it was carried out by radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq," Biden said in a statement on the attack.

"We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism. And have no doubt -- we will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner of our choosing," he added.

The three US soldiers killed in the attack were also named by the Pentagon on Monday. They have been identified as&nbsp;army reservists Sgt William Jerome Rivers, Spc Breonna Alexsondria Moffett and Spc Kennedy Sanders.

Sunday's strike was the first deadly attack&nbsp;against US forces since the war between Israel and Hamas erupted on Oct 7 last year.&nbsp;

<h2>Iran denies involvement</h2>

Meanwhile, Iran has denied any involvement in the terror attack.&nbsp;Nasser Kanaani, an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said it was a "repetition of baseless accusations" from the US side.&nbsp;

"The groups in the region do not take orders from Iran," Kanaani said. "War is not a solution. An immediate cease-fire in Gaza can lead to the return of peace."

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<h2>Where is Al-Tanf based?</h2>

According to reports, Al-Tanf is located in Syria on the Iraqi border and within miles of the Jordanian border.

Since 2016, the US garrison at Tanf has served as a launching point for operations against Islamic State and a training area for Syrian opposition factions fighting the terrorist group.

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The drone strike took place&nbsp;at the military outpost Tower 22, which is near Al-Tanf. It is not yet known how many US troops are actually stationed on Tower 22, and it is also unclear what type of weapons are kept at the base, and what air defences are used.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28).

The Pentagon has vowed to take "all necessary actions" to defend the US troops after Iran-backed terrorists killed US soldiers and wounded several others in a drone strike on Al-Tanf, a US military site in Jordan on Sunday (Jan 28). Recently discharged Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the statement and asserted that Pentagon was chalking up a plan to avenge the drone attack. “The president and I will not tolerate attacks on US forces and we will take all necessary actions to defend the US and our troops,” Austin said at the Pentagon on Monday (Jan 29). Pentagon's statement comes a day after US President Joe Biden also blamed Iran for the strike and vowed that Washington would respond. "While we are still gathering the facts of this attack, we know it was carried out by radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq," Biden said in a statement on the attack. "We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism. And have no doubt -- we will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner of our choosing," he added. The three US soldiers killed in the attack were also named by the Pentagon on Monday. They have been identified as army reservists Sgt William Jerome Rivers, Spc Breonna Alexsondria Moffett and Spc Kennedy Sanders. Sunday's strike was the first deadly attack against US forces since the war between Israel and Hamas erupted on Oct 7 last year. Iran denies involvement Meanwhile, Iran has denied any involvement in the terror attack. Nasser Kanaani, an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said it was a "repetition of baseless accusations" from the US side. "The groups in the region do not take orders from Iran," Kanaani said. "War is not a solution. An immediate cease-fire in Gaza can lead to the return of peace." Also watch | West Asia crisis: Three US soldiers killed, at least 34 injured in Jordan drone attack Where is Al-Tanf based? According to reports, Al-Tanf is located in Syria on the Iraqi border and within miles of the Jordanian border. Since 2016, the US garrison at Tanf has served as a launching point for operations against Islamic State and a training area for Syrian opposition factions fighting the terrorist group. Also read | Biden vows to strike back after drone strike on Jordan base kills 3 US troops The drone strike took place at the military outpost Tower 22, which is near Al-Tanf. It is not yet known how many US troops are actually stationed on Tower 22, and it is also unclear what type of weapons are kept at the base, and what air defences are used. (With inputs from agencies)

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Neel Acharya, an Indian student studying at Purdue University, who was missing since Sunday was confirmed dead by authorities in the US state of Indiana. Earlier, Vivek Saini, an MBA student in Georgia's Lithonia, was brutally killed by a homeless drug-addict.

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Kenya has confirmed the discovery of its first coltan deposits, a valuable mineral integral to the production of various electronic devices.&nbsp;Coltan, short for columbite-tantalite, is a valuable mineral that is used in various industries. Tantalum, derived from coltan, is used in the production of capacitors, which are essential components in electronic devices like smartphones and tablets.

Coltan is also used in the production of capacitors for computers and electric car batteries. Minister for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, Salim Mvurya, stated, "It is now official that Kenya has coltan reserves."

While the value of the deposits remains unclear, mining officials have identified coltan in six counties across the nation. "We will leave our teams behind to do ground truthing so that we can now begin to assess the economic value of that particular mineral," Mvurya added.

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Nebart Muriuki, an MP from Embu County in eastern Kenya, urged residents to retain their land, noting, "A precious mineral has been found here, and if you want to benefit, you should not sell your land."

<h2>Economic benefits for Kenya&nbsp;</h2>

The discovery is anticipated to bring economic benefits, creating job opportunities and giving a boom to Kenya's mining industry.&nbsp;The global demand for coltan is rapidly increasing, and its price, averaging $48 per kg, depends on the tantalum content.&nbsp;

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It's important to note that the mining and trade of coltan have been associated with ethical and environmental concerns, particularly in regions like the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where a significant portion of the world's coltan is extracted.&nbsp;

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Kenya has confirmed the discovery of its first coltan deposits, a valuable mineral integral to the production of various electronic devices. Coltan, short for columbite-tantalite, is a valuable mineral that is used in various industries.

Kenya has confirmed the discovery of its first coltan deposits, a valuable mineral integral to the production of various electronic devices. Coltan, short for columbite-tantalite, is a valuable mineral that is used in various industries. Tantalum, derived from coltan, is used in the production of capacitors, which are essential components in electronic devices like smartphones and tablets. Coltan is also used in the production of capacitors for computers and electric car batteries. Minister for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, Salim Mvurya, stated, "It is now official that Kenya has coltan reserves." While the value of the deposits remains unclear, mining officials have identified coltan in six counties across the nation. "We will leave our teams behind to do ground truthing so that we can now begin to assess the economic value of that particular mineral," Mvurya added. Also Read | IMF improves world economy growth forecast, India growth boosted to 6.5 per cent Nebart Muriuki, an MP from Embu County in eastern Kenya, urged residents to retain their land, noting, "A precious mineral has been found here, and if you want to benefit, you should not sell your land." Economic benefits for Kenya The discovery is anticipated to bring economic benefits, creating job opportunities and giving a boom to Kenya's mining industry. The global demand for coltan is rapidly increasing, and its price, averaging $48 per kg, depends on the tantalum content. Also Read | At least 7 killed in attacks across Ukraine; Blinken, NATO chief warn about dwindling US aid to Kyiv It's important to note that the mining and trade of coltan have been associated with ethical and environmental concerns, particularly in regions like the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where a significant portion of the world's coltan is extracted. Watch | US bases attacked in Jordan: Officials say drone 'mix-up' led to the attack × Issues such as environmental degradation, labour rights abuses, and the financing of armed conflicts have been linked to coltan mining in certain regions. (With inputs from agencies)

Kenya discovers first deposits of coltan, a valuable mineral used in electronic devices

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At least seven people across Ukraine have been killed in Russia’s latest overnight attacks on Ukraine with missiles and dozens of drones, said Ukrainian officials. Meanwhile, Russia claims to have downed 21 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory.&nbsp;

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, on Monday (Jan 29) warned that Ukraine’s gains after nearly two years are in doubt without new funding from the United States amid NATO chief’s visit to lobby Congress.&nbsp;

<h2>Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 7, several injured</h2>

A report by Reuters citing local officials, on Monday (Jan 29) said, Russian shelling in northern Ukraine killed four people in two villages in the Sumy region near the Russian border.&nbsp;

In Sumy, three people died in a mortar fire in the village of Znov-Novohorodske and a fourth person was killed in another village to the southeast.

A 47-year-old woman in the frontline town of Ukrainian town Avdiivka, which has witnessed a sharp rise in the number of attacks in recent months, was also killed, according to the regional governor.&nbsp;

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The official confirmation came after public broadcaster Suspilne reported that a woman in the Ukrainian city had died after suffering serious injuries in mid-afternoon shelling.

On Tuesday (Jan 30), news agency AFP citing authorities said Russia’s overnight attacks on military and energy infrastructure killed two people. “A 38-year-old man who was riding a bicycle home from work was killed,” said prosecutors in the eastern Donetsk region.&nbsp;

They added that a 50-year-old woman was also injured and taken to the hospital after the Russian S-300 missile attack. Additionally, Russian shelling overnight had killed one man and wounded his wife in the southern region of Kherson, said the governor, as per AFP.

Meanwhile, a barrage injured two people, and damaged civilian infrastructure in the capital city of Kyiv and the regions of Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv, according to local officials.&nbsp;

<h2>Moscow downs Ukrainian drones</h2>

The Russian air defences, according to Moscow’s military, downed 21 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory and the Crimean peninsula. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014.

Meanwhile, Ukraine said Russian forces had launched two missiles and 35 attack drones across Ukraine, adding that around 20 of those drones were able to bypass their defences.&nbsp;

“The enemy directed some of the attack UAVs along frontline territories, trying to hit fuel and energy infrastructure, and civilian and military facilities near the front line and the state border with the Russia,” said the Ukrainian air force, in a statement.&nbsp;

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Russia in January alone fired some 330 missiles on Ukraine and carried out attacks with around 600 drones. “We must ensure Ukraine’s control over its skies, which is also critical to ensuring security on the ground,” said the Ukrainian president.&nbsp;

He also said that he is working with allies to bolster the country’s air defence systems.&nbsp;

<h2>Blinken warns about Ukraine’s gains</h2>

During NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg’s visit to Washington, Blinken spoke about the dire consequences of Ukraine’s prospects without US approval of more funding.&nbsp;

“Without it, simply put, everything that Ukrainians achieved and that we've helped them achieve will be in jeopardy,” said Washington’s top diplomat during a joint news conference with the NATO chief.&nbsp;

He added, “Absent that supplemental, we're going to be sending a strong and wrong message to all of our adversaries that we are not serious about the defense of freedom, the defense of democracy.”&nbsp;

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So far, US President Joe Biden’s administration has sent $111 billion to the war-torn country in weapons, equipment, humanitarian assistance and other aid since the beginning of Russia’s invasion.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Stoltenberg told US lawmakers on Tuesday that supporting Ukraine was “in our own security interest.”&nbsp;

He also spoke about how the inaction would “embolden other authoritarian leaders” including that of North Korea, Iran and China “to use force” against other countries. “Today it’s Ukraine; tomorrow it could be Taiwan,” said the NATO chief.

(With inputs from agencies) 
 
Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

At least seven people across Ukraine have been killed in Russia’s latest overnight attacks on Ukraine with missiles and dozens of drones, said Ukrainian officials.

At least seven people across Ukraine have been killed in Russia’s latest overnight attacks on Ukraine with missiles and dozens of drones, said Ukrainian officials. Meanwhile, Russia claims to have downed 21 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory. The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, on Monday (Jan 29) warned that Ukraine’s gains after nearly two years are in doubt without new funding from the United States amid NATO chief’s visit to lobby Congress. Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 7, several injured A report by Reuters citing local officials, on Monday (Jan 29) said, Russian shelling in northern Ukraine killed four people in two villages in the Sumy region near the Russian border. In Sumy, three people died in a mortar fire in the village of Znov-Novohorodske and a fourth person was killed in another village to the southeast. A 47-year-old woman in the frontline town of Ukrainian town Avdiivka, which has witnessed a sharp rise in the number of attacks in recent months, was also killed, according to the regional governor. ALSO READ | At least 27 killed after Ukraine shells Russian-controlled Donetsk; Moscow calls it ‘barbaric terrorist act’ The official confirmation came after public broadcaster Suspilne reported that a woman in the Ukrainian city had died after suffering serious injuries in mid-afternoon shelling. On Tuesday (Jan 30), news agency AFP citing authorities said Russia’s overnight attacks on military and energy infrastructure killed two people. “A 38-year-old man who was riding a bicycle home from work was killed,” said prosecutors in the eastern Donetsk region. They added that a 50-year-old woman was also injured and taken to the hospital after the Russian S-300 missile attack. Additionally, Russian shelling overnight had killed one man and wounded his wife in the southern region of Kherson, said the governor, as per AFP. Meanwhile, a barrage injured two people, and damaged civilian infrastructure in the capital city of Kyiv and the regions of Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv, according to local officials. Moscow downs Ukrainian drones The Russian air defences, according to Moscow’s military, downed 21 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory and the Crimean peninsula. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. Meanwhile, Ukraine said Russian forces had launched two missiles and 35 attack drones across Ukraine, adding that around 20 of those drones were able to bypass their defences. “The enemy directed some of the attack UAVs along frontline territories, trying to hit fuel and energy infrastructure, and civilian and military facilities near the front line and the state border with the Russia,” said the Ukrainian air force, in a statement. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Russia in January alone fired some 330 missiles on Ukraine and carried out attacks with around 600 drones. “We must ensure Ukraine’s control over its skies, which is also critical to ensuring security on the ground,” said the Ukrainian president. He also said that he is working with allies to bolster the country’s air defence systems. Blinken warns about Ukraine’s gains During NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg’s visit to Washington, Blinken spoke about the dire consequences of Ukraine’s prospects without US approval of more funding. “Without it, simply put, everything that Ukrainians achieved and that we've helped them achieve will be in jeopardy,” said Washington’s top diplomat during a joint news conference with the NATO chief. He added, “Absent that supplemental, we're going to be sending a strong and wrong message to all of our adversaries that we are not serious about the defense of freedom, the defense of democracy.” ALSO READ | US claims North Korea supplied Russia with missiles for Ukraine attacks So far, US President Joe Biden’s administration has sent $111 billion to the war-torn country in weapons, equipment, humanitarian assistance and other aid since the beginning of Russia’s invasion. Meanwhile, Stoltenberg told US lawmakers on Tuesday that supporting Ukraine was “in our own security interest.” He also spoke about how the inaction would “embolden other authoritarian leaders” including that of North Korea, Iran and China “to use force” against other countries. “Today it’s Ukraine; tomorrow it could be Taiwan,” said the NATO chief. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

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