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The UK's centre-left Labour government has released the country's yearly budget earlier than expected on Wednesday (Nov 26) - and with major changes. The budget is intended to curb debt and fund public services. Ahead of the budget announcement, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to reduce National Health Service waiting times and ease a prolonged cost-of-living crisis. The British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves, who raised taxes on businesses in her inaugural budget last year, returned with the new budget. This one will raise tens of billions of pounds, culminating in an extra £30 billion ($40 billion) from taxes in 2030-2031, official figures showed. Moreover, this budget has announced to lift the two-child benefit cap.&nbsp;The key details of UK budget:&nbsp;Two-child benefit limit scrapped&nbsp;While announcing the reform, Reeves said she came into politics because she believes every child "deserves an equal chance" to achieve their goals. She said child poverty is the biggest barrier in this process. Reeves says that the Labour government is achieving "the biggest reduction in child poverty" over a Parliament since records began.&nbsp;What it means: The two-child benefit cap means parents will be able to claim universal credit or tax credit for only the first two children.&nbsp;Bus fare cap, fuel duty and energy scheme&nbsp;In order to reduce the cost of living, the FM announced she was extending the bus fare cap and freezing rail fares and prescription charges. She then says she is scrapping the Eco energy scheme, which she says will cut £150 from the average household energy bill from April.&nbsp;Gambling taxes increased&nbsp;The Labour government has also announced a reform to gambling taxes. Remote Gaming Duty is being raised from 21 per cent to 40 per cent. Duty on online betting is increasing from 15 per cent to 25 per cent.&nbsp;Cap on pension salary sacrifice&nbsp;"I am introducing a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice into a pension with contributions above that taxed in the same way as other employee pension contributions," Reeves said.&nbsp;'These are my choices'&nbsp;"These are my choices, not austerity, not borrowing, not turning a blind eye to unfairness," Reeves told the parliament while announcing the budget. "My choices are a budget for fair taxes, strong public services, and a stable economy," she added.

In order to reduce the cost of living, the FM announced she was extending the bus fare cap and freezing rail fares and prescription charges. She then says she is scrapping the Eco energy scheme, which she says will cut £150 from the average household energy bill from April.



The UK's centre-left Labour government has released the country's yearly budget earlier than expected on Wednesday (Nov 26) - and with major changes. The budget is intended to curb debt and fund public services. Ahead of the budget announcement, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to reduce National Health Service waiting times and ease a prolonged cost-of-living crisis. The British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves, who raised taxes on businesses in her inaugural budget last year, returned with the new budget. This one will raise tens of billions of pounds, culminating in an extra £30 billion ($40 billion) from taxes in 2030-2031, official figures showed. Moreover, this budget has announced to lift the two-child benefit cap. The key details of UK budget: Two-child benefit limit scrapped While announcing the reform, Reeves said she came into politics because she believes every child "deserves an equal chance" to achieve their goals. She said child poverty is the biggest barrier in this process. Reeves says that the Labour government is achieving "the biggest reduction in child poverty" over a Parliament since records began. What it means: The two-child benefit cap means parents will be able to claim universal credit or tax credit for only the first two children. Bus fare cap, fuel duty and energy scheme In order to reduce the cost of living, the FM announced she was extending the bus fare cap and freezing rail fares and prescription charges. She then says she is scrapping the Eco energy scheme, which she says will cut £150 from the average household energy bill from April. Gambling taxes increased The Labour government has also announced a reform to gambling taxes. Remote Gaming Duty is being raised from 21 per cent to 40 per cent. Duty on online betting is increasing from 15 per cent to 25 per cent. Cap on pension salary sacrifice "I am introducing a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice into a pension with contributions above that taxed in the same way as other employee pension contributions," Reeves said. 'These are my choices' "These are my choices, not austerity, not borrowing, not turning a blind eye to unfairness," Reeves told the parliament while announcing the budget. "My choices are a budget for fair taxes, strong public services, and a stable economy," she added.

In order to reduce the cost of living, the FM announced she was extending the bus fare cap and freezing rail fares and prescription charges. She then says she is scrapping the Eco energy scheme, which she says will cut £150 from the average household energy bill from April.&nbsp;

UK budget unveiled early: From two-child benefit cap to gambling taxes - here are major key points you must know

&nbsp;Candace Owens, a very vocal critic of French President Emmanuel Macron, has said that her show would not be broadcast this week after she claimed that the French president was planning her assassination. Not only this, Owens, in a major allegation, claimed that Macron was involved in the assassination of Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk. Owens stated that the White House and counterterrorism agencies “confirmed receipt” of her report.&nbsp;In an announcement on X (formerly Twitter), she wrote: “Our show will be off the air this week."&nbsp;“As an update, both the White House and our counterterrorism agencies have confirmed receipt of what I reported publicly: Emmanuel Macron attempted to organize my assassination, per a source close to the first couple," she claimed.&nbsp;“For all of you who doubted my claims, you can now look to the President of the United States and our intelligence communities to issue a statement to confirm whether I am telling the truth,” she added.

Not only this, Owens, in a major allegation, claimed that Macron was involved in the assassination of Donald Trump ally, Charlie Kirk. 

Candace Owens, a very vocal critic of French President Emmanuel Macron, has said that her show would not be broadcast this week after she claimed that the French president was planning her assassination. Not only this, Owens, in a major allegation, claimed that Macron was involved in the assassination of Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk. Owens stated that the White House and counterterrorism agencies “confirmed receipt” of her report. In an announcement on X (formerly Twitter), she wrote: “Our show will be off the air this week." “As an update, both the White House and our counterterrorism agencies have confirmed receipt of what I reported publicly: Emmanuel Macron attempted to organize my assassination, per a source close to the first couple," she claimed. “For all of you who doubted my claims, you can now look to the President of the United States and our intelligence communities to issue a statement to confirm whether I am telling the truth,” she added.

Not only this, Owens, in a major allegation, claimed that Macron was involved in the assassination of Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk.&nbsp;

‘White House has received report on Macron’s plan to assassinate me’: Candace Owens’ ANOTHER BIG CLAIM as her show goes off air

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that Islamabad’s attempts to reset ties with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan have completely failed. Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated on Tuesday after the Taliban vowed to “respond appropriately” to a series of overnight border strikes that left 10 people dead and blamed Pakistan for the deaths. The strikes were launched even when the ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey was still in place. &nbsp;Asif dismissed the accusations of the Afghan Taliban that Pakistan had carried out strikes inside Afghanistan and targeted civilians. “As a state, we do retaliate when required, but we never target civilians,” he said, adding “One should hope for good and not write off another until limits are crossed. But now, we are completely writing them off, and we do not expect anything good from them.”&nbsp;Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terrorism since 2021, the year that the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. The ties between the neighbours have strained further since October, when the two sides engaged in clashes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-fire-breaks-out-at-35-floor-apartment-building-in-hong-kong-residents-trapped-1764149239700">Massive fire breaks out at residential building in Hong Kong, residents trapped, 4 dead</a><h2>‘Taliban neither have a code of conduct nor religion nor traditions’</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Asif said, “It will be folly to trust them [Afghan Taliban]. We have tried to remain civil with them…but they’ve not repaid how one should to the soil that’s provided home to two of their generations”.Asif said that Pakistan had expected the Taliban to remain dependent on them, but “the entire equation has reversed.”&nbsp;“We do react and retaliate, but civilians are not our target at all. We have a disciplined force with traditions and a code of conduct. We are not a ragtag group like the Taliban, who neither have a code of conduct nor religion nor traditions,” Asif told Pakistan-based Geo News.&nbsp;Asif said he personally welcomed the Taliban after they seized Kabul and travelled to Afghanistan several times to stabilise ties, but “none of it brought any benefit or success.”“I don’t think we have gained any dividends, successes, or changes in their behaviour from these visits; there has been no change in their attitude.”Asif said Pakistan had long exercised restraint and hoped for constructive engagement, but those expectations had now diminished.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-announces-40-billion-defence-budget-to-counter-china-s-invasion-and-to-refuse-to-submit-to-being-china-s-taiwan-1764156268611">Taiwan announces $40 billion defence budget to counter China’s invasion</a><h2>Afghan condemns strikes as ‘direct assault’ on sovereignty</h2>&nbsp;Pakistani forces conducted overnight airstrikes inside Afghan territory, hitting civilian areas in Paktika, Khost, and Kunar provinces. The strikes killed at least 10 civilians, including nine children, prompting Afghan authorities to condemn the action as a “direct assault on sovereignty.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Afghan Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said in posts on X that Islamabad attacked several areas in Khost, Kunar and Paktika provinces near the border and said that Kabul will respond as needed.&nbsp;Mustaghfir Gurbuz, a spokesman for the governor of Khost, claimed the strikes were carried out by drones and aircraft.“The Islamic Emirate strongly condemns this violation and reiterates that defending its airspace, territory, and people is its legitimate right, and it will respond appropriately at the right time,” Mujahid said in a statement.

Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terrorism since 2021, when the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. Asif said Pakistan had expected the Taliban to remain dependent on them, but “the entire equation has reversed.” The ties strained further when the two nations clashed in October.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that Islamabad’s attempts to reset ties with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan have completely failed. Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated on Tuesday after the Taliban vowed to “respond appropriately” to a series of overnight border strikes that left 10 people dead and blamed Pakistan for the deaths. The strikes were launched even when the ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey was still in place. Asif dismissed the accusations of the Afghan Taliban that Pakistan had carried out strikes inside Afghanistan and targeted civilians. “As a state, we do retaliate when required, but we never target civilians,” he said, adding “One should hope for good and not write off another until limits are crossed. But now, we are completely writing them off, and we do not expect anything good from them.” Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terrorism since 2021, the year that the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. The ties between the neighbours have strained further since October, when the two sides engaged in clashes. Also Read: Massive fire breaks out at residential building in Hong Kong, residents trapped, 4 dead ‘Taliban neither have a code of conduct nor religion nor traditions’ Asif said, “It will be folly to trust them [Afghan Taliban]. We have tried to remain civil with them…but they’ve not repaid how one should to the soil that’s provided home to two of their generations”. Asif said that Pakistan had expected the Taliban to remain dependent on them, but “the entire equation has reversed.” “We do react and retaliate, but civilians are not our target at all. We have a disciplined force with traditions and a code of conduct. We are not a ragtag group like the Taliban, who neither have a code of conduct nor religion nor traditions,” Asif told Pakistan-based Geo News. Asif said he personally welcomed the Taliban after they seized Kabul and travelled to Afghanistan several times to stabilise ties, but “none of it brought any benefit or success.” “I don’t think we have gained any dividends, successes, or changes in their behaviour from these visits; there has been no change in their attitude.” Asif said Pakistan had long exercised restraint and hoped for constructive engagement, but those expectations had now diminished. Also Read: Taiwan announces $40 billion defence budget to counter China’s invasion Afghan condemns strikes as ‘direct assault’ on sovereignty Pakistani forces conducted overnight airstrikes inside Afghan territory, hitting civilian areas in Paktika, Khost, and Kunar provinces. The strikes killed at least 10 civilians, including nine children, prompting Afghan authorities to condemn the action as a “direct assault on sovereignty.” Afghan Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said in posts on X that Islamabad attacked several areas in Khost, Kunar and Paktika provinces near the border and said that Kabul will respond as needed. Mustaghfir Gurbuz, a spokesman for the governor of Khost, claimed the strikes were carried out by drones and aircraft. “The Islamic Emirate strongly condemns this violation and reiterates that defending its airspace, territory, and people is its legitimate right, and it will respond appropriately at the right time,” Mujahid said in a statement.

Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terrorism since 2021, when the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. Asif said Pakistan had expected the Taliban to remain dependent on them, but “the entire equation has reversed.” The ties strained further when the two nations clashed in October.&nbsp;

Pak’s efforts to reset ties with Kabul ‘failed completely’, says Khawaja Asif, calls Taliban a ‘ragtag’ group

Zohran Mamdani, New York City's Mayor-elect, met US President Donald Trump in the White House last week. In a recent podcast, the 34-year-old talked about the "weirdest thing" he saw in the Oval Office. At his appearance on the web-based "The Adam Friedland Show", Mamdani said he spotted a "UFC" coffee table book among Trump's reading materials. He said he had "no idea" that the White House was going to host the mixed martial arts event on the South Lawn in June. "I sit down, waiting for the time of the meeting, and in front of me are all of these different coffee-table books," Mamdani said while recalling his day.&nbsp;"And one of them is UFC at the White House. I had no idea, and I was just flipping, flipping through that," he added. Mamdani was asked whether he was planning to attend the event. He replied, "No," with a chuckle.

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&nbsp;'Trump is a fascist'&nbsp;Mamdani on Sunday (Nov 23) defended his astonishingly warm meeting with President Donald Trump, saying the sudden display of friendliness does not change his long-held view that Trump is a "fascist" and a "despot". During an interview, Mamdani said his political stance remains unchanged despite the unexpectedly cordial White House encounter that unfolded on Friday.&nbsp;Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press on Sunday, Mamdani insisted, "Everything that I've said in the past, I continue to believe." He said, "I'm not coming into the Oval Office to make a point or make a stand. I'm coming in there to deliver for New Yorkers."

In a recent podcast, the 34-year-old talked about the weirdest thing he saw in the Oval Office. At his appearance on the web-based The Adam Friedland Show, Mamdani said he spotted a UFC coffee table book among Trump reading materials. 

Zohran Mamdani, New York City's Mayor-elect, met US President Donald Trump in the White House last week. In a recent podcast, the 34-year-old talked about the "weirdest thing" he saw in the Oval Office. At his appearance on the web-based "The Adam Friedland Show", Mamdani said he spotted a "UFC" coffee table book among Trump's reading materials. He said he had "no idea" that the White House was going to host the mixed martial arts event on the South Lawn in June. "I sit down, waiting for the time of the meeting, and in front of me are all of these different coffee-table books," Mamdani said while recalling his day. "And one of them is UFC at the White House. I had no idea, and I was just flipping, flipping through that," he added. Mamdani was asked whether he was planning to attend the event. He replied, "No," with a chuckle.

In a recent podcast, the 34-year-old talked about the "weirdest thing" he saw in the Oval Office. At his appearance on the web-based "The Adam Friedland Show", Mamdani said he spotted a "UFC" coffee table book among Trump's reading materials.&nbsp;

WATCH: Zohran Mamdani saw ‘weirdest thing’ in White House while waiting for Donald Trump

Amid the ongoing tensions between Japan and China over the island nation, Taiwan has announced a $40 billion special defence budget and a series of measures to counter a possible Chinese invasion. While announcing the budget, the Taiwanese government said that Beijing's threats were "intensifying" and its plan to invade the island nation is speeding up. The Taiwan president, Lai Ching-te, said there was “no room for compromise on national security”. He said he was committed to boosting Taiwan’s defences in conjunction with US support.&nbsp;“This is not an ideological struggle, nor a ‘unification vs independence’ debate, but a struggle to defend ‘democratic Taiwan’ and refuse to submit to being ‘China’s Taiwan’," Ching-te said.&nbsp;The Taiwanese president said in his speech that the most threatening annexation scenario wasn’t Chinese military action. Rather, it was Taiwan "giving up".“History has proven that compromising with aggression only brings war and enslavement,” he said.&nbsp;Earlier, Taiwan's Defence Ministry announced that the government will start sending a booklet to its citizens, which will have all the details about the process. The booklet was unveiled in September only, and the ministry said the distribution will begin this week and end by January next year. As per CNN, the booklet will include guidelines on what supplies to stockpile in households and put in go-bags, and instructions on what to do when encountering enemy soldiers.&nbsp;The booklet said that during a military invasion, “any claims that the government has surrendered or that the nation has been defeated is false."&nbsp;“Given natural disasters such as typhoons and the military threat from China, we want our people to understand that the more prepared we are, the safer we will be," director of the Taiwanese military’s All-Out Defence Mobilisation Agency Shen Wei-chih said in a press briefing.&nbsp;The fresh tensions over Taiwan&nbsp;Amid diplomatic tensions with Japan after the newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan, China has instructed its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan. This was after Takaichi told the Japanese Parliament on November 7 that use of force against the self-ruled island claimed by China could warrant a military response from Tokyo.&nbsp;China's embassy in Japan warned its citizens against travelling to the country by posting online on Friday (Nov 14), “Recently, Japanese leaders have made blatantly provocative remarks regarding Taiwan, severely damaging the atmosphere for people-to-people exchanges.”

While announcing the budget, the Taiwanese government said that Beijing threats were intensifying and its plan to invade the island nation is speeding up. 

Amid the ongoing tensions between Japan and China over the island nation, Taiwan has announced a $40 billion special defence budget and a series of measures to counter a possible Chinese invasion. While announcing the budget, the Taiwanese government said that Beijing's threats were "intensifying" and its plan to invade the island nation is speeding up. The Taiwan president, Lai Ching-te, said there was “no room for compromise on national security”. He said he was committed to boosting Taiwan’s defences in conjunction with US support. “This is not an ideological struggle, nor a ‘unification vs independence’ debate, but a struggle to defend ‘democratic Taiwan’ and refuse to submit to being ‘China’s Taiwan’," Ching-te said. The Taiwanese president said in his speech that the most threatening annexation scenario wasn’t Chinese military action. Rather, it was Taiwan "giving up". “History has proven that compromising with aggression only brings war and enslavement,” he said. Earlier, Taiwan's Defence Ministry announced that the government will start sending a booklet to its citizens, which will have all the details about the process. The booklet was unveiled in September only, and the ministry said the distribution will begin this week and end by January next year. As per CNN, the booklet will include guidelines on what supplies to stockpile in households and put in go-bags, and instructions on what to do when encountering enemy soldiers. The booklet said that during a military invasion, “any claims that the government has surrendered or that the nation has been defeated is false." “Given natural disasters such as typhoons and the military threat from China, we want our people to understand that the more prepared we are, the safer we will be," director of the Taiwanese military’s All-Out Defence Mobilisation Agency Shen Wei-chih said in a press briefing. The fresh tensions over Taiwan Amid diplomatic tensions with Japan after the newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan, China has instructed its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan. This was after Takaichi told the Japanese Parliament on November 7 that use of force against the self-ruled island claimed by China could warrant a military response from Tokyo. China's embassy in Japan warned its citizens against travelling to the country by posting online on Friday (Nov 14), “Recently, Japanese leaders have made blatantly provocative remarks regarding Taiwan, severely damaging the atmosphere for people-to-people exchanges.”

While announcing the budget, the Taiwanese government said that Beijing's threats were "intensifying" and its plan to invade the island nation is speeding up.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Taiwan announces $40 billion defence budget to counter China’s invasion and to ‘refuse to submit to being China’s Taiwan’

A “once in 300-year” rain has wreaked havoc in the southern part of Thailand, bringing floodwaters over eight feet high and killing at least 33 people. In response to the flood, the Thai government deployed military ships and helicopters to support relief efforts.&nbsp;According to a report by the BBC, the sudden rain has affected 10 provinces across the country's south over the past week, including the city of Hat Yai, a business hub bordering Malaysia. The region is experiencing 335mm in a single day, marking it as the heaviest rainfall in 300 years.&nbsp;Several footage of the flood surfaced on social media showing people evacuating the affected region using boats. In another clip, people were seen climbing a lamp pole to cross the flooded streets, which were flooded by heavy rain, reaching a depth of water of around 3 meters. In addition, several homes were also seen submerged, and in some other parts of the region, due to partially flooded street vehicles were also submerged and floating in the flood.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">It’s a very serious situation, as floodwaters in Hat Yai, Songkhla Province, Thailand have surged to 1.5–3 meters, forcing authorities to evacuate both residents and tourists. <a href="https://t.co/bYNpAeEpqB">pic.twitter.com/bYNpAeEpqB</a>&mdash; Weather Monitor (@WeatherMonitors) <a href="https://twitter.com/WeatherMonitors/status/1993265408665673950?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Homes, roads and lives devastated: Drone captures the shocking scale of destruction in Thailand&#39;s Hat Yai after once-in-300-year storm <a href="https://t.co/e4VsyOGOm7">pic.twitter.com/e4VsyOGOm7</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1993593789727097155?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

According to a report in CNN, flooding continues across nine provinces in southern Thailand as of Monday, impacting over 127,000 households, local officials said. Some areas have logged nearly 400 millimetres (15.7 inches) of rain, worsened by rising river levels and sudden flash floods.&nbsp;Another video surfaced on the social media platform X also shows a large snake wading through the flooded streets of Hat Yai city in Thailand.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Large snake spotted in the floodwater in Hat Yai, Thailand. As if the flooding isn&#39;t bad enough 😭<a href="https://t.co/IOwKlpHIK0">pic.twitter.com/IOwKlpHIK0</a>&mdash; Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) <a href="https://twitter.com/volcaholic1/status/1993325000464462046?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Heavy rain affects neighbouring countries of Thailand</h3>The irrigation department said it is coordinating with government agencies and local authorities to manage the crisis, deploying supply trucks and helping evacuate residents in vulnerable zones. Officials are also racing to drain the water, using dozens of pumps and propellers to push excess floodwater into Songkhla Lake and the Gulf of Thailand along the eastern coast.&nbsp;Meanwhile, incessant rains have also wreaked havoc in the neighbouring countries of Thailand. In Vietnam, the death toll has spiked to 98 in a week, while in Malaysia, over 19,000 people have been forced to evacuate from their homes.&nbsp;Additionally, at least 19 people lost their lives in Indonesia, and at least seven others remained buried under landslides in North Sumatra, as per the data revealed by the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency.

The heavy rain has affected 10 provinces across the country's south over the past week, including the city of Hat Yai, a business hub bordering Malaysia. The region is experiencing 335mm in a single day, marking it as the heaviest rainfall in 300 years.

A “once in 300-year” rain has wreaked havoc in the southern part of Thailand, bringing floodwaters over eight feet high and killing at least 33 people. In response to the flood, the Thai government deployed military ships and helicopters to support relief efforts. According to a report by the BBC, the sudden rain has affected 10 provinces across the country's south over the past week, including the city of Hat Yai, a business hub bordering Malaysia. The region is experiencing 335mm in a single day, marking it as the heaviest rainfall in 300 years. Several footage of the flood surfaced on social media showing people evacuating the affected region using boats. In another clip, people were seen climbing a lamp pole to cross the flooded streets, which were flooded by heavy rain, reaching a depth of water of around 3 meters. In addition, several homes were also seen submerged, and in some other parts of the region, due to partially flooded street vehicles were also submerged and floating in the flood.

The heavy rain has affected 10 provinces across the country's south over the past week, including the city of Hat Yai, a business hub bordering Malaysia. The region is experiencing 335mm in a single day, marking it as the heaviest rainfall in 300 years.

WATCH: People climb lamp poles, snakes slither as 'once in 300 year' rains flood Thailand province; Death toll climbs to 33

An Indian woman was detained at the Shanghai airport allegedly because she hails from Arunachal Pradesh shared a message of solidarity on X on Wednesday (November 26). Prema Wangjom Thongdok, currently based in the United Kingdom, expressed gratitude for the widespread support she received after the diplomatic row. She also explained her limited presence on social media, writing, “…While I’m new here &amp; not active on X it’s because I have a very high profile Full time position working in the financial services and don’t have idle time to answer trollers! The right people get it.”&nbsp;In another post, Thongdok, originally from Rupa in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, brushed aside attempts to minimise her experience online, saying that she would not “engage with (them) anyway." She added, “I don’t even live in India so any action that Indian govt takes will be for the benefit &amp; pride of my fellow Indians and Arunachalis living here, not mine. We are one nation, we stand for one another.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyclone-senyar-makes-landfall-in-indonesia-heavy-rain-expected-in-tamil-nadu-kerala-and-andhra-pradesh-1764150402131">Cyclone Senyar makes landfall in Indonesia, heavy rain expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh</a><h2>What happened at the airport, and why did it escalate diplomatically?</h2>Thongdok was travelling from London to Japan with a brief stopover in Shanghai on November 21. During security checks, she says she was singled out and taken to immigration officials who mocked her identity. “When I tried to question them and ask them what the issue was, they said, ‘Arunachal is not part of India’ and started mocking and laughing and saying things like ‘you should apply for the Chinese passport, you’re Chinese, you’re not Indian,” she was quoted as saying to news agency ANI.&nbsp;She said her passport was taken away and she was barred from boarding her connecting China Eastern Airlines flight, despite having a valid visa for Japan. She managed to reach out to Indian diplomatic staff in Shanghai and Beijing, after which officials intervened. Describing the ordeal, she said, “…Within an hour, the Indian officials came to the airport, got me some food and spoke through the issues with them and helped me get out of the country. A very long ordeal, 18 hours, but glad that I’m out of there.”&nbsp;India reacted strongly, issuing a formal protest to Beijing, with the Indian consulate in Shanghai raising the matter locally. China, however, denied any mistreatment and reiterated its territorial claim over Arunachal Pradesh. Responding to China’s remarks, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal asserted that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral and inalienable part of India.” He added that “No amount of denial by the Chinese side is going to change this indisputable reality.”

After being stopped at Shanghai airport, Arunachal woman calls for national unity while the row has triggered a diplomatic protest from India

An Indian woman was detained at the Shanghai airport allegedly because she hails from Arunachal Pradesh shared a message of solidarity on X on Wednesday (November 26). Prema Wangjom Thongdok, currently based in the United Kingdom, expressed gratitude for the widespread support she received after the diplomatic row. She also explained her limited presence on social media, writing, “…While I’m new here & not active on X it’s because I have a very high profile Full time position working in the financial services and don’t have idle time to answer trollers! The right people get it.” In another post, Thongdok, originally from Rupa in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, brushed aside attempts to minimise her experience online, saying that she would not “engage with (them) anyway." She added, “I don’t even live in India so any action that Indian govt takes will be for the benefit & pride of my fellow Indians and Arunachalis living here, not mine. We are one nation, we stand for one another.” Also Read: Cyclone Senyar makes landfall in Indonesia, heavy rain expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh What happened at the airport, and why did it escalate diplomatically? Thongdok was travelling from London to Japan with a brief stopover in Shanghai on November 21. During security checks, she says she was singled out and taken to immigration officials who mocked her identity. “When I tried to question them and ask them what the issue was, they said, ‘Arunachal is not part of India’ and started mocking and laughing and saying things like ‘you should apply for the Chinese passport, you’re Chinese, you’re not Indian,” she was quoted as saying to news agency ANI. She said her passport was taken away and she was barred from boarding her connecting China Eastern Airlines flight, despite having a valid visa for Japan. She managed to reach out to Indian diplomatic staff in Shanghai and Beijing, after which officials intervened. Describing the ordeal, she said, “…Within an hour, the Indian officials came to the airport, got me some food and spoke through the issues with them and helped me get out of the country. A very long ordeal, 18 hours, but glad that I’m out of there.” India reacted strongly, issuing a formal protest to Beijing, with the Indian consulate in Shanghai raising the matter locally. China, however, denied any mistreatment and reiterated its territorial claim over Arunachal Pradesh. Responding to China’s remarks, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal asserted that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral and inalienable part of India.” He added that “No amount of denial by the Chinese side is going to change this indisputable reality.”

After being stopped at Shanghai airport, Arunachal woman calls for national unity while the row has triggered a diplomatic protest from India

'We are one nation, we stand for one another': Post visa row, Arunachal woman sends message to trolls

China has developed a suicide drone that could redefine the battles of the future, with its cruise-missile level strike range and supercheap price tag. The Feilong-300D loitering munition was created by state-owned defence company Norinco. Publicly displayed for the first time at the 2024 Zhuhai Air Show, Feilong 300D is not only cheap, going by its advertised cost of US$10,000, but has the long-range strike potential equalling that of cruise missiles. Recent defence industry reports have revealed more details about it, &nbsp;positioning the system among the cheapest long-range drones currently. Countries like UAE are reportedly mulling buying it.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/europe-prepares-for-next-war-with-russia-with-ai-sub-hunter-doomsday-drones-1764089696942/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/europe-prepares-for-next-war-with-russia-with-ai-sub-hunter-doomsday-drones-1764089696942/embed</a><h2>Simple engineering, gasoline-powered engine</h2>But how can a loitering munition with such capabilities be so cheap? As per available reports, the Feilong-300D has a gasoline-powered piston engine instead of a turbine. The drone's &nbsp;airframe employs a straightforward delta-wing configuration. These design aspects reduce manufacturing complexity, making it use commonly available fuels. By reducing cost, Norinco is looking at mass production and the expendability of the drone.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-scrambles-aircraft-after-chinese-drone-detected-off-island-near-taiwan-amid-diplomatic-tensions-details-here-1764070760725">Japan ‘scrambles aircraft’ after ‘Chinese’ drone detected off island near Taiwan amid diplomatic tensions. Details here</a><h2>Range of 1,000 kilometres is comparable to some cruise missiles</h2>The drone can reportedly travel up to 1,000 kilometres, which is similar to some cruise missiles, even as it remains far cheaper than such traditional strike systems.The drone, like any typical loitering munition, can be used for both reconnaissance and strike missions.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-surveillance-drones-to-kamikaze-strikes-how-india-s-ai-powered-uavs-are-changing-warfare-1763820044608">From surveillance drones to kamikaze strikes: How India’s AI-powered UAVs are changing warfare</a>The dual role could be attractive to militaries across the world that are seeking affordable long-range surveillance and strike machines. The Feilong-300D’s specifications could give smaller or budget-constrained states access to standoff strike capabilities, traditionally associated with expensive weapons.&nbsp;Such cheap systems can be used to overwhelm enemy air defences that rely on high-cost interceptors.&nbsp;

China's Feilong-300D drone offers low-cost long-range strike, mass-producible design, and dual reconnaissance-strike capability. This would be a very attractive for countries looking for a cheaper alternative to cruise missiles

China has developed a suicide drone that could redefine the battles of the future, with its cruise-missile level strike range and supercheap price tag. The Feilong-300D loitering munition was created by state-owned defence company Norinco. Publicly displayed for the first time at the 2024 Zhuhai Air Show, Feilong 300D is not only cheap, going by its advertised cost of US$10,000, but has the long-range strike potential equalling that of cruise missiles. Recent defence industry reports have revealed more details about it, positioning the system among the cheapest long-range drones currently. Countries like UAE are reportedly mulling buying it. https://www.wionews.com/videos/europe-prepares-for-next-war-with-russia-with-ai-sub-hunter-doomsday-drones-1764089696942/embed Simple engineering, gasoline-powered engine But how can a loitering munition with such capabilities be so cheap? As per available reports, the Feilong-300D has a gasoline-powered piston engine instead of a turbine. The drone's airframe employs a straightforward delta-wing configuration. These design aspects reduce manufacturing complexity, making it use commonly available fuels. By reducing cost, Norinco is looking at mass production and the expendability of the drone. Also read: Japan ‘scrambles aircraft’ after ‘Chinese’ drone detected off island near Taiwan amid diplomatic tensions. Details here Range of 1,000 kilometres is comparable to some cruise missiles The drone can reportedly travel up to 1,000 kilometres, which is similar to some cruise missiles, even as it remains far cheaper than such traditional strike systems. The drone, like any typical loitering munition, can be used for both reconnaissance and strike missions. Also read: From surveillance drones to kamikaze strikes: How India’s AI-powered UAVs are changing warfare The dual role could be attractive to militaries across the world that are seeking affordable long-range surveillance and strike machines. The Feilong-300D’s specifications could give smaller or budget-constrained states access to standoff strike capabilities, traditionally associated with expensive weapons. Such cheap systems can be used to overwhelm enemy air defences that rely on high-cost interceptors.

China's Feilong-300D drone offers low-cost long-range strike, mass-producible design, and dual reconnaissance-strike capability. This would be very attractive for countries looking for a cheaper alternative to cruise missiles

Supercheap suicide killer from China: This drone can travel like a cruise missile, and costs only $100,000

WION can not independently verify the authenticity of the videos circulating on social media&nbsp;After a bomb blast outside Pakistan's paramilitary force headquarters' gate in Peshawar on Monday (Nov 24), a series of videos have been circulated on the internet showing the sequence of events in the incident. From the first image of the attacker to the blast to the aftermath, everything has been captured in multiple CCTV footages which have been circulating online. WION can not independently verify the authenticity of the videos.&nbsp;In the footage that captured the suicide bomber, the man was seen wearing a black woollen cap and a brown shawl. He was wearing a white kurta and pants and was seen hiding near the wall of the headquarters. The footage was taken on November 24, 2025.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨⚡<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a> CCTV Forages of the Frontier Constabulary attacker.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Peshawar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Peshawar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CCTV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CCTV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/daleeldigital?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#daleeldigital</a> <a href="https://t.co/XouWc1rkqi">pic.twitter.com/XouWc1rkqi</a>&mdash; Daleel (@DaleelDigital) <a href="https://twitter.com/DaleelDigital/status/1992850379684659478?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">ایف سی ہیڈ کوارٹر پشاور دھماکے کی سی سی ٹی وی فوٹیج ۔۔ پہلی فوٹیج میں زخمی کو دیکھا جا سکتا ہے۔۔۔ دوسری فوٹیج میں حملہ آور بھاگتا ہے تیسری فوٹیج میں حملہ آور کو مار دیا جاتا ہے <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCHQ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCHQ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PeshawarBlast?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PeshawarBlast</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Police?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Police</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Peshawar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Peshawar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AkramRaee?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AkramRaee</a> <a href="https://t.co/yKZoQXqDX2">pic.twitter.com/yKZoQXqDX2</a>&mdash; 𝑴𝒖𝒎𝒕𝒂𝒛 𝑩𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒔𝒉 (@BangashMumtaz) <a href="https://twitter.com/BangashMumtaz/status/1992890854869184940?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The third footage showed the exact moment of the blast outside the gate of the headquarters. Vehicles and people were seen running cluelessly. A man walking just ahead of the bomber was injured as he was seen falling on the ground, grabbing his neck and back. &nbsp;&nbsp;In other videos, injured people were seen running for their lives after the blasts. Meanwhile, the bomber was allegedly seen running after the blast to escape police. But in another video, he was shot dead, as claimed by people sharing the footage.&nbsp;The incident happened around 8 in the morning on a busy road after three suicide bombers attempted to storm the Federal Constabulary (FC) headquarters. The attacker detonated a homemade bomb at the main gate, while two others were killed in counterfiring by Peshawar Police.&nbsp;City Police Chief Mian Saeed said, “Initially, three militants tried to attack the headquarters. One terrorist blew himself up at the gate, while two others tried to enter the premises but were gunned down by FC personnel,” Dawn reported. The explosion was so loud that several residents claimed on social media to have heard a blast-like noise coming from the FC headquarters.&nbsp;"Two suicide explosions took place inside the FC headquarters, one at the main gate and the other near the motorcycle stand located within the premises," Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed told news agency AFP.&nbsp;The attack comes at a time when an assembly was held for the first working day of the week at the main compound. According to hospital officials, five people, including three civilians, were injured in the attack.

In the footage that captured the suicide bomber, the man was seen wearing a black woollen cap and a brown shawl. He was wearing a white kurta and pants and was seen hiding near the wall of the headquarters. The footage was taken on November 24, 2025.



WION can not independently verify the authenticity of the videos circulating on social media After a bomb blast outside Pakistan's paramilitary force headquarters' gate in Peshawar on Monday (Nov 24), a series of videos have been circulated on the internet showing the sequence of events in the incident. From the first image of the attacker to the blast to the aftermath, everything has been captured in multiple CCTV footages which have been circulating online. WION can not independently verify the authenticity of the videos. In the footage that captured the suicide bomber, the man was seen wearing a black woollen cap and a brown shawl. He was wearing a white kurta and pants and was seen hiding near the wall of the headquarters. The footage was taken on November 24, 2025.

In the footage that captured the suicide bomber, the man was seen wearing a black woollen cap and a brown shawl. He was wearing a white kurta and pants and was seen hiding near the wall of the headquarters. The footage was taken on November 24, 2025.&nbsp;

Peshawar bomb blast: WATCH videos showing sequence of attack, from plotting to aftermath

A masive fire broke out at multiple high-rise towers of a residential housing complex in Hong Kong's northern Tai Po district on Wednesday (Nov 26). Plumes of thick grey smoke billowing out as emergency services battled to subdue the blaze. Several people were reportedly trapped inside, according to public broadcaster RTHK. The city's government confirmed that at least four people have died. Police, earlier said that some fire services staff have also been injured. The housing complex has been identified as Wang Fuk Court, which is made up of eight blocks, providing close to 2,000 residential units. Social media video showed several towers in flames.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">BREAKING: Major fire erupts in several buildings of a high-rise residential complex in Hung Fuk Court in Hong Kong. Many people are trapped in the buildings as firefighters battle the intense flames. <a href="https://t.co/3ZV6JHqB21">pic.twitter.com/3ZV6JHqB21</a>&mdash; Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) <a href="https://twitter.com/visegrad24/status/1993604971502153891?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

According to news agency Reuters, the fire department said it received reports at 2:51 p.m. (0651 GMT) that a fire had broken out in Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Hong Kong's Transport Department said that due to the fire an entire section of the Tai Po highway has been closed and buses are being diverted. Authorities declared a four-alarm fire -- the second highest level.AFP reported that sections of a nearby highway was also closed by the firefighting operation. “Residents nearby are advised to stay indoors, close their doors and windows, and stay calm,” the Fire Services Department said. “Members of the public are also advised to avoid going to the area affected by the fire,” it added.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">At least four people have died and several others were injured after a major fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, today. The blaze spread quickly along bamboo scaffolding surrounding the residential blocks.<a href="https://t.co/82pVeN0FoK">pic.twitter.com/82pVeN0FoK</a>&mdash; Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) <a href="https://twitter.com/volcaholic1/status/1993624616158572599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A massive fire broke out at a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on Wednesday, sending thick smoke across the area. Emergency teams battled the blaze as reports confirmed multiple people trapped and at least two severely injured

A masive fire broke out at multiple high-rise towers of a residential housing complex in Hong Kong's northern Tai Po district on Wednesday (Nov 26). Plumes of thick grey smoke billowing out as emergency services battled to subdue the blaze. Several people were reportedly trapped inside, according to public broadcaster RTHK. The city's government confirmed that at least four people have died. Police, earlier said that some fire services staff have also been injured. The housing complex has been identified as Wang Fuk Court, which is made up of eight blocks, providing close to 2,000 residential units. Social media video showed several towers in flames.

A massive fire broke out at a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on Wednesday, sending thick smoke across the area. Emergency teams battled the blaze as reports confirmed multiple people trapped and at least two severely injured

Massive fire breaks out at residential building in Hong Kong, residents trapped, 4 dead

Australia’s groundbreaking law prohibiting children under the age of 16 from using social media is now facing a challenge in the country's top court. The case has been brought by two teenagers, Noah Jones and Macy Neyland, who argue that the law is unconstitutional, claiming it infringes on their right to free communication. Set to take effect on December 10, the law mandates that social media platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube prevent anyone under 16 from creating accounts. Supporters of the ban, including the government, argue that it is a necessary step to shield children from harmful content and predatory algorithms online.&nbsp;However, Jones and Neyland, both 15, with support from the Digital Freedom Project (DFP), contend that the law violates the rights of young people, particularly by stifling their ability to engage in online communication. Neyland expressed her concern, comparing the policy to George Orwell's 1984, highlighting fears about government overreach and censorship. The government, however, remains steadfast in its position. Communications minister Anika Wells asserted that legal challenges would not deter them from enforcing the ban, framing it as a matter of protecting children from online dangers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-custody-battle-is-rocking-the-uae-royal-family-with-allegations-of-kidnapping-and-desperate-pleas-from-ex-wife-1764143852928">Another custody battle is rocking the UAE royal family, with allegations of kidnapping and desperate pleas from ex-wife</a>&nbsp;"We shouldn't be silenced. It's like Orwell's book 1984, and that scares me," Macy Neyland said in a statement. "We will not be intimidated by threats. We will not be intimidated by legal challenges. We will not be intimidated by big tech. On behalf of Australian parents, we will stand firm," she added. &nbsp;The DFP’s challenge, filed in the high court, argues that the policy unjustly limits teenagers' ability to engage in political and social discourse. They also believe alternative approaches, like improving digital literacy, enforcing age-appropriate platform features, and implementing privacy-centric age-assurance technologies, would better address online safety concerns. Jones criticised the government's approach as overly simplistic, insisting that rather than silencing young people, safeguards should be put in place to protect them while allowing continued access to digital spaces.&nbsp;Though most Australians support the ban, some experts caution that it could isolate vulnerable young people, particularly those in marginalised communities such as those with disabilities, from vital online networks. Others worry the ban might push youth to even more unregulated corners of the internet. Google, which owns YouTube, is also reportedly considering challenging the policy on constitutional grounds.

'We will not be intimidated by threats': Australia's social media ban sparks constitutional fight from teenagers

Australia’s groundbreaking law prohibiting children under the age of 16 from using social media is now facing a challenge in the country's top court. The case has been brought by two teenagers, Noah Jones and Macy Neyland, who argue that the law is unconstitutional, claiming it infringes on their right to free communication. Set to take effect on December 10, the law mandates that social media platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube prevent anyone under 16 from creating accounts. Supporters of the ban, including the government, argue that it is a necessary step to shield children from harmful content and predatory algorithms online. However, Jones and Neyland, both 15, with support from the Digital Freedom Project (DFP), contend that the law violates the rights of young people, particularly by stifling their ability to engage in online communication. Neyland expressed her concern, comparing the policy to George Orwell's 1984, highlighting fears about government overreach and censorship. The government, however, remains steadfast in its position. Communications minister Anika Wells asserted that legal challenges would not deter them from enforcing the ban, framing it as a matter of protecting children from online dangers. Also Read: Another custody battle is rocking the UAE royal family, with allegations of kidnapping and desperate pleas from ex-wife "We shouldn't be silenced. It's like Orwell's book 1984, and that scares me," Macy Neyland said in a statement. "We will not be intimidated by threats. We will not be intimidated by legal challenges. We will not be intimidated by big tech. On behalf of Australian parents, we will stand firm," she added. The DFP’s challenge, filed in the high court, argues that the policy unjustly limits teenagers' ability to engage in political and social discourse. They also believe alternative approaches, like improving digital literacy, enforcing age-appropriate platform features, and implementing privacy-centric age-assurance technologies, would better address online safety concerns. Jones criticised the government's approach as overly simplistic, insisting that rather than silencing young people, safeguards should be put in place to protect them while allowing continued access to digital spaces. Though most Australians support the ban, some experts caution that it could isolate vulnerable young people, particularly those in marginalised communities such as those with disabilities, from vital online networks. Others worry the ban might push youth to even more unregulated corners of the internet. Google, which owns YouTube, is also reportedly considering challenging the policy on constitutional grounds.

Two teenagers are challenging Australia's new law banning under-16s from social media, arguing it violates their rights to free communication and connection

When his wife fled to the UK with their children, UAE royal and Dubai ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, was widely reported to have written an emotional private letter to her. Now, another royal marriage and custody dispute from the Arab Emirates is playing out in public. This time, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a nephew of the Dubai ruler, has filed a complaint after his former wife, Zeynab Javadli, took their three daughters with her. In a video message on Tuesday (Nov 25), Javadli expressed concern that she could be arrested after her ex-husband lodged a criminal complaint in Dubai. The children have lived alternately with each parent at different times, with each accusing the other of refusing lawful handovers. Here is what we know about the royal divorce saga.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/dubai-grants-10-days-paid-marriage-leave-to-emirati-government-employees-1752773362527/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/dubai-grants-10-days-paid-marriage-leave-to-emirati-government-employees-1752773362527/embed</a><h2>Marriage, divorce and the custody dispute</h2>Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum married Zeynab Javadli, an Azerbaijani former international rhythmic gymnast, in 2015. Their marriage ended in 2019. As the custody battle escalated, Javadli appealed to the United Nations Human Rights Council in October 2022, seeking international intervention. She alleged harassment by UAE authorities, intimidation and restrictions on movement.&nbsp;On 7 October 2022, Javadli released a video alleging that she and her children were afraid for their safety. She claimed to have been staying in a hotel in Dubai rather than a permanent home due to fear of coercive action by UAE authorities.The royal’s legal team argued that Javadli was unfit to be a parent, stating that the children were not attending school and that their living conditions were unsafe. Rejecting these allegations, Javadli said she had repeatedly provided evidence countering them.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/dubai-ruler-sheikh-mohammed-takes-the-tram-home-from-work-watch-1753247060858">Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed takes the tram home from work. Watch</a><h2>UAE royal custody battle: Escalation and recent developments</h2>Saeed filed a criminal complaint in Dubai, accusing Javadli of kidnapping their daughters. Javadli claimed in a new video message that she risks arrest. She said she took the children with her only out of fear of losing them permanently. If pursued in UAE courts, a kidnapping complaint could lead to severe criminal penalties and the possibility of extradition attempts against Javadli and the children.&nbsp;Also read: <a href=" https://www.wionews.com/photos/scandal-power-and-royalty-the-jordanian-princess-who-fled-dubai-to-win-the-uk-s-most-expensive-divorce-1760608586200">Scandal, power and royalty: The Jordanian princess who fled Dubai to win the UK’s most expensive divorce</a><h2>Royal custody battle rekindles memories of the ruler’s high-profile case</h2>The case has drawn comparisons to the custody battle between Princess Haya bint Hussein and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. In that case, the UK High Court granted Princess Haya sole parental responsibility to their two children, a daughter and a son. The British court in 2022 found evidence of coercive control, intimidation and surveillance directed at Haya and her legal team, and accepted findings that two of Sheikh Mohammed’s adult daughters had been “abducted” at his direction. At the time, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is widely known for writing poetry, was said to have shared a private emotional letter with his estranged wife early in their separation.

UAE Sheikh Saeed has filed a criminal complaint against ex-wife, Zeynab Javadli, for the alleged kidnapping of their daughters. This is yet another royal custody battle gaining international attention.

When his wife fled to the UK with their children, UAE royal and Dubai ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, was widely reported to have written an emotional private letter to her. Now, another royal marriage and custody dispute from the Arab Emirates is playing out in public. This time, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a nephew of the Dubai ruler, has filed a complaint after his former wife, Zeynab Javadli, took their three daughters with her. In a video message on Tuesday (Nov 25), Javadli expressed concern that she could be arrested after her ex-husband lodged a criminal complaint in Dubai. The children have lived alternately with each parent at different times, with each accusing the other of refusing lawful handovers. Here is what we know about the royal divorce saga. https://www.wionews.com/videos/dubai-grants-10-days-paid-marriage-leave-to-emirati-government-employees-1752773362527/embed Marriage, divorce and the custody dispute Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum married Zeynab Javadli, an Azerbaijani former international rhythmic gymnast, in 2015. Their marriage ended in 2019. As the custody battle escalated, Javadli appealed to the United Nations Human Rights Council in October 2022, seeking international intervention. She alleged harassment by UAE authorities, intimidation and restrictions on movement. On 7 October 2022, Javadli released a video alleging that she and her children were afraid for their safety. She claimed to have been staying in a hotel in Dubai rather than a permanent home due to fear of coercive action by UAE authorities. The royal’s legal team argued that Javadli was unfit to be a parent, stating that the children were not attending school and that their living conditions were unsafe. Rejecting these allegations, Javadli said she had repeatedly provided evidence countering them. Also read: Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed takes the tram home from work. Watch UAE royal custody battle: Escalation and recent developments Saeed filed a criminal complaint in Dubai, accusing Javadli of kidnapping their daughters. Javadli claimed in a new video message that she risks arrest. She said she took the children with her only out of fear of losing them permanently. If pursued in UAE courts, a kidnapping complaint could lead to severe criminal penalties and the possibility of extradition attempts against Javadli and the children. Also read: Scandal, power and royalty: The Jordanian princess who fled Dubai to win the UK’s most expensive divorce Royal custody battle rekindles memories of the ruler’s high-profile case The case has drawn comparisons to the custody battle between Princess Haya bint Hussein and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. In that case, the UK High Court granted Princess Haya sole parental responsibility to their two children, a daughter and a son. The British court in 2022 found evidence of coercive control, intimidation and surveillance directed at Haya and her legal team, and accepted findings that two of Sheikh Mohammed’s adult daughters had been “abducted” at his direction. At the time, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is widely known for writing poetry, was said to have shared a private emotional letter with his estranged wife early in their separation.

UAE Sheikh Saeed has filed a criminal complaint against ex-wife, Zeynab Javadli, for the alleged kidnapping of their daughters. This is yet another royal custody battle gaining international attention.

Another custody battle is rocking the UAE royal family, with allegations of kidnapping and desperate pleas from ex-wife

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated mostly in the United States and Canada. In America, it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, which serves as a time to give thanks for the blessings of the past year, reflect on what one is grateful for, and spend time with loved ones. It is widely celebrated with large family meals and traditions such as watching football and parades. Its roots are often traced back to a 1621 harvest feast shared between the Wampanoag people and English colonists, known as the Pilgrims.&nbsp;Traditionally, on this day, the farmers thanked God for their autumn harvest. Thanksgiving was declared in 1863 after the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, who guided the nation through the Civil War, originally declared this day a holiday and a day off for employees.<h3>Here is the list of the top 6 nations that celebrate Thanksgiving the most:</h3><h3>1. United States</h3>The United States celebrates Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. It is the biggest harvest-inspired holiday of the country, which is marked by family gatherings, parades, and festive meals featuring turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. The day symbolises gratitude, togetherness, and reflection, with millions travelling nationwide. During the celebration, football games, charity events, and community feasts also play a significant role in adding joy for the people.<h3>2. Canada</h3>Canada observes Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October. Rooted in harvest festivals and early explorer traditions, the day focuses on giving thanks for the year’s blessings and agricultural abundance. Canadians celebrate with turkey dinners, autumn-themed decorations, and outdoor activities like hiking. The holiday is less commercial than its American counterpart but equally cherished for family reunions and gratitude.<h3>3. Norfolk Island (Australia)</h3>Norfolk Island celebrates Thanksgiving on the last Wednesday of November. The tradition began with American whaling crews in the 19th century. Locals decorate churches with fruits, vegetables, and flowers, offering prayers and giving thanks for the harvest. The day features community gatherings, shared meals, and a cultural blend of American, Polynesian, and Australian influences.<h3>4. Liberia</h3>Liberia celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Thursday of November. Introduced by freed African-American settlers in the 19th century, the holiday expresses gratitude for peace, freedom, and prosperity. Liberians mark the day with church services, music, community gatherings, and meals featuring local dishes instead of traditional turkey. The celebration blends American influence with Liberian cultural traditions.<h3>5. Grenada</h3>Grenada observes Thanksgiving on 25 October, commemorating the 1983 US-led intervention that restored order after political turmoil. Though not a harvest festival, it is a national day of gratitude and remembrance. Grenadians attend memorial events, cultural programmes, and family gatherings. The day serves as a reminder of resilience, unity, and the nation’s return to democratic stability.<h3>6. Saint Lucia</h3>Saint Lucia celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Monday of October. The island nation’s observance is tied to historical moments of gratitude, including surviving natural disasters. The holiday is marked by church services, community meals, and cultural activities. It carries a spiritual tone, blending Christian traditions with local customs, and emphasises appreciation for life, safety, and community strength.

Thanksgiving is widely celebrated with large family meals and traditions such as watching football and parades. Traditionally, on this day, the farmers thanked God for their autumn harvest.

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated mostly in the United States and Canada. In America, it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, which serves as a time to give thanks for the blessings of the past year, reflect on what one is grateful for, and spend time with loved ones. It is widely celebrated with large family meals and traditions such as watching football and parades. Its roots are often traced back to a 1621 harvest feast shared between the Wampanoag people and English colonists, known as the Pilgrims. Traditionally, on this day, the farmers thanked God for their autumn harvest. Thanksgiving was declared in 1863 after the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, who guided the nation through the Civil War, originally declared this day a holiday and a day off for employees. Here is the list of the top 6 nations that celebrate Thanksgiving the most: 1. United States The United States celebrates Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. It is the biggest harvest-inspired holiday of the country, which is marked by family gatherings, parades, and festive meals featuring turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. The day symbolises gratitude, togetherness, and reflection, with millions travelling nationwide. During the celebration, football games, charity events, and community feasts also play a significant role in adding joy for the people. 2. Canada Canada observes Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October. Rooted in harvest festivals and early explorer traditions, the day focuses on giving thanks for the year’s blessings and agricultural abundance. Canadians celebrate with turkey dinners, autumn-themed decorations, and outdoor activities like hiking. The holiday is less commercial than its American counterpart but equally cherished for family reunions and gratitude. 3. Norfolk Island (Australia) Norfolk Island celebrates Thanksgiving on the last Wednesday of November. The tradition began with American whaling crews in the 19th century. Locals decorate churches with fruits, vegetables, and flowers, offering prayers and giving thanks for the harvest. The day features community gatherings, shared meals, and a cultural blend of American, Polynesian, and Australian influences. 4. Liberia Liberia celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Thursday of November. Introduced by freed African-American settlers in the 19th century, the holiday expresses gratitude for peace, freedom, and prosperity. Liberians mark the day with church services, music, community gatherings, and meals featuring local dishes instead of traditional turkey. The celebration blends American influence with Liberian cultural traditions. 5. Grenada Grenada observes Thanksgiving on 25 October, commemorating the 1983 US-led intervention that restored order after political turmoil. Though not a harvest festival, it is a national day of gratitude and remembrance. Grenadians attend memorial events, cultural programmes, and family gatherings. The day serves as a reminder of resilience, unity, and the nation’s return to democratic stability. 6. Saint Lucia Saint Lucia celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Monday of October. The island nation’s observance is tied to historical moments of gratitude, including surviving natural disasters. The holiday is marked by church services, community meals, and cultural activities. It carries a spiritual tone, blending Christian traditions with local customs, and emphasises appreciation for life, safety, and community strength.

Thanksgiving is widely celebrated with large family meals and traditions such as watching football and parades. Traditionally, on this day, the farmers thanked God for their autumn harvest.

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Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is lodged in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail since 2023. While Pakistani military establishment and the government has been accused of torturing him during the jail term, several attempts to meet him has also been rejected by the authorities citing 'security concerns.' On Tuesday night (Nov 25), Khan's sisters Noreen Khan, Aleema Khan, and Uzma Khan huddled outside the prison along with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters and demanded that authorities allow them to meet their brother. Their protest also came amid reports that Khan has been placed into solitary confinement.Khan's sisters' protest and action against them.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/imran-khan-s-sisters-violently-detained-outside-adiala-jail-pti-accuses-police-assault-1763551592413">Imran Khan’s sisters ‘violently detained’ outside Adiala Jail, PTI accuses police assault</a>&nbsp;In a letter to Punjab police chief Usman Anwar, Khan’s sisters accused the policemen of using 'brutal and orchestrated' violence against them &nbsp; 'without provocation.' "We peacefully protested over concerns for his health condition. We neither blocked roads nor obstructed public movement, nor engaged in any unlawful conduct. Yet, without warning or provocation, the streetlights in the area were abruptly switched off, deliberately casting the scene into darkness. What followed was a brutal and orchestrated assault by Punjab police personnel," Noreen Niazi said as per reports. "At the age of 71, I was seized by my hair, thrown violently to the ground, and dragged across the road," she added. She said that other women present outside the jail were slapped and dragged. Khan’s sisters demanded that the IGP Punjab immediately initiate proceedings against all police personnel involved in the violence.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/imran-khan-s-sons-who-were-away-from-politics-demand-his-release-from-pakistani-jail-who-are-they-1752058716985">Imran Khan's sons, who were never in politics, now demand their father's release from Pakistan jail - Who are they?</a><h2>Where is Imran Khan?</h2>Its been close to a year, since the request of Imran Khan's sisters to meet him has been denied. On Oct 30, 2024, Khan met with family members after a ban on him was lifted. The meeting took place in the conference room of Adiala Jail. Imran Khan’s sisters — Aleema Khan, Uzma Khan, and Noreen Khan — were among the family members who visited him. The meeting lasted approximately two hours. Back then, his sisters had highlighted the challenges faced by him in the prison. "Federal and Punjab governments were mistreating the PTI founder by shutting down electricity to his jail cell, giving him substandard food, and not allowing him to exercise," they alleged. Since that October 2024 visit, there is no confirmed public record that family or supporters have met him again.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/fact-check-ex-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-sexually-assaulted-in-jail-9028350">Fact check: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan sexually assaulted in jail?</a>&nbsp;On March 24, 2025, the Islamabad High Court restored Khan's bi-weekly meeting schedule with his family, lawyers, and friends. In the same month, a medical check‑up of Imran Khan was conducted by doctors from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), indicating that prison authorities allowed access to external medical staff. However, PTI members accused jail authorities of cover-up and called the medical check-up a farce. Despite the court order, when the jail authorities did not allow Imran Khan's family to meet him, the Islamabad High Court on October 24, 2025 issued another directive to the Adiala Jail authorities to fully implement his prison visits according to the approved schedule. Nevertheless, the jail authorities repeatedly denied attempts by his sisters to meet him. In November, they have staged multiple protests demanding authorities allow them to meet the former PM of Pakistan.&nbsp;The whereabouts of the former PM remains unknown with some suggesting that he has been moved to a different location, and others suggesting he is in solitary confinement. Recently, fake reports of his death also circulated on social media.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan remains jailed in Adiala Prison with reports of solitary confinement and restricted access. His sisters' repeated attempts to meet him have been denied, leading to protests and alleged police violence.

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is lodged in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail since 2023. While Pakistani military establishment and the government has been accused of torturing him during the jail term, several attempts to meet him has also been rejected by the authorities citing 'security concerns.' On Tuesday night (Nov 25), Khan's sisters Noreen Khan, Aleema Khan, and Uzma Khan huddled outside the prison along with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters and demanded that authorities allow them to meet their brother. Their protest also came amid reports that Khan has been placed into solitary confinement. Khan's sisters' protest and action against them. Also read: Imran Khan’s sisters ‘violently detained’ outside Adiala Jail, PTI accuses police assault In a letter to Punjab police chief Usman Anwar, Khan’s sisters accused the policemen of using 'brutal and orchestrated' violence against them 'without provocation.' "We peacefully protested over concerns for his health condition. We neither blocked roads nor obstructed public movement, nor engaged in any unlawful conduct. Yet, without warning or provocation, the streetlights in the area were abruptly switched off, deliberately casting the scene into darkness. What followed was a brutal and orchestrated assault by Punjab police personnel," Noreen Niazi said as per reports. "At the age of 71, I was seized by my hair, thrown violently to the ground, and dragged across the road," she added. She said that other women present outside the jail were slapped and dragged. Khan’s sisters demanded that the IGP Punjab immediately initiate proceedings against all police personnel involved in the violence. Also read: Imran Khan's sons, who were never in politics, now demand their father's release from Pakistan jail - Who are they? Where is Imran Khan? Its been close to a year, since the request of Imran Khan's sisters to meet him has been denied. On Oct 30, 2024, Khan met with family members after a ban on him was lifted. The meeting took place in the conference room of Adiala Jail. Imran Khan’s sisters — Aleema Khan, Uzma Khan, and Noreen Khan — were among the family members who visited him. The meeting lasted approximately two hours. Back then, his sisters had highlighted the challenges faced by him in the prison. "Federal and Punjab governments were mistreating the PTI founder by shutting down electricity to his jail cell, giving him substandard food, and not allowing him to exercise," they alleged. Since that October 2024 visit, there is no confirmed public record that family or supporters have met him again. Also read: Fact check: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan sexually assaulted in jail? On March 24, 2025, the Islamabad High Court restored Khan's bi-weekly meeting schedule with his family, lawyers, and friends. In the same month, a medical check‑up of Imran Khan was conducted by doctors from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), indicating that prison authorities allowed access to external medical staff. However, PTI members accused jail authorities of cover-up and called the medical check-up a farce. Despite the court order, when the jail authorities did not allow Imran Khan's family to meet him, the Islamabad High Court on October 24, 2025 issued another directive to the Adiala Jail authorities to fully implement his prison visits according to the approved schedule. Nevertheless, the jail authorities repeatedly denied attempts by his sisters to meet him. In November, they have staged multiple protests demanding authorities allow them to meet the former PM of Pakistan. The whereabouts of the former PM remains unknown with some suggesting that he has been moved to a different location, and others suggesting he is in solitary confinement. Recently, fake reports of his death also circulated on social media.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan remains jailed in Adiala Prison with reports of solitary confinement and restricted access. His sisters' repeated attempts to meet him have been denied, leading to protests and alleged police violence.

Where is Imran Khan? Sisters 'dragged by hair' for demanding to meet ex-Pakistan PM, fake death rumours float - What's happening

The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) on Tuesday (Nov 25) asked the Southeast Asian nation's police chief to immediately enforce a court order to locate the daughter of Indian-origin Hindu woman Indira Gandhi, whose estranged husband had converted their three children to Islam 16 years ago, and went missing with their infant daughter. Local political party Perak Gerakan’s deputy chairperson Naran Singh has hired a private investigator to locate Indira Gandhi’s ex-husband, Muhammad Riduan Abdullah, and her missing daughter. This marks the latest chapter in a saga of Hindu-to-Muslim religious conversion, family dispute and a prolonged quest for justice in the Muslim-majority nation.<h2>Indira Gandhi, a mother seeking justice</h2>The Malaysian rights body said it was “deeply concerned” by the police inaction, stating it had a clear legal duty to act and that “delays undermine public confidence in the rule of law and prolong the suffering of a mother seeking justice.”&nbsp;Indira Gandhi had led a public march on Saturday, clutching her daughter’s old teddy bear toy. The child, born Prasana Diksa, would now be 16 years of age. She was taken as an infant in 2009 amid a bitter interfaith custody battle. Indira’s two older children, Karan Dinish and Tevi Darsiny, now young adults, live with their mother and support her quest to locate their missing sister. Karan and his sister Tevi have no intention to convert to Islam, and want to remain ‘peaceful Hindus’, according to court documents.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/malaysia-activist-maryam-lee-raises-voice-against-hijab-even-after-being-a-muslim-329309/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/malaysia-activist-maryam-lee-raises-voice-against-hijab-even-after-being-a-muslim-329309/embed</a><h2>A question of unilateral religious conversion</h2>Indira’s ordeal began in 2009 when her then-husband, a fellow Hindu born K Pathmanathan, who had converted to Islam and taken the name Muhammad Riduan Abdullah, changed the religion of their three children via a sharia court, without her consent. He then took Prasana, their youngest child who was only 11 months old at the time, and disappeared. Neither he nor the child has yet been found, with some reports suggesting he may have fled Malaysia. Police have claimed that investigative efforts included checks with immigration authorities, but no breakthrough has emerged.In 2018, the Malaysian Federal Court unanimously declared that the religious conversions were invalid and ordered Riduan’s arrest, ruling that both parents’ consent is required for the conversion of minors under a civil marriage. Despite the landmark judgment, the father and daughter remain untraced.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-first-lady-wan-azizah-xi-jinping-handshake-controversy-1756961638822">Malaysia’s first lady Wan Azizah politely declines Xi Jinping’s handshake, sparks debate on faith, culture and protocol</a><h2>An iconic human rights case in multicultural Malaysia</h2>Indira Gandhi’s years-long battle for her children is now one of Malaysia’s most discussed human-rights cases. During the march on Saturday, joined by around 200 supporters, Indira sought to hand over her daughter’s toy to Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Khalid Ismail as a symbolic reminder of her missing child. But Khalid did not appear, despite protesters waiting for nearly four hours outside the police complex, prompting renewed criticism from activists and opposition lawmakers.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sharia-law-imposed-in-this-malaysian-state-what-happens-if-men-skip-friday-prayers-1755678570935">Sharia law imposed in THIS Malaysian state - What happens if men skip Friday prayers</a><h2>Malaysia’s dual legal system in sharp focus over the Indira Gandhi case</h2>Malaysia has a dual legal system, with civil and Islamic (or sharia) courts operating in parallel. The conversion of the children took place under sharia law, but issues such as parental rights and guardianship fall under the jurisdiction of the civil courts. The Indira Gandhi case has drawn fresh attention to the constitutional limits of religious authority in Malaysia, and the state’s responsibility to uphold court orders. For many Malaysians, the case has become a symbol of a broader struggle for legal clarity and equal treatment regardless of faith, in Malaysia's multi-ethnic, multi-religious society.&nbsp;“I have waited 16 years. All I want is my daughter back,” Indira Gandhi said on Saturday. After years of silence, Malaysia is once again watching this case and demanding answers.

Malaysian Hindu woman Indira Gandhi is continuing her16-year battle to find her missing daughter, converted to Islam by her estranged husband, who is missing with the girl. 


The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) on Tuesday (Nov 25) asked the Southeast Asian nation's police chief to immediately enforce a court order to locate the daughter of Indian-origin Hindu woman Indira Gandhi, whose estranged husband had converted their three children to Islam 16 years ago, and went missing with their infant daughter. Local political party Perak Gerakan’s deputy chairperson Naran Singh has hired a private investigator to locate Indira Gandhi’s ex-husband, Muhammad Riduan Abdullah, and her missing daughter. This marks the latest chapter in a saga of Hindu-to-Muslim religious conversion, family dispute and a prolonged quest for justice in the Muslim-majority nation. Indira Gandhi, a mother seeking justice The Malaysian rights body said it was “deeply concerned” by the police inaction, stating it had a clear legal duty to act and that “delays undermine public confidence in the rule of law and prolong the suffering of a mother seeking justice.” Indira Gandhi had led a public march on Saturday, clutching her daughter’s old teddy bear toy. The child, born Prasana Diksa, would now be 16 years of age. She was taken as an infant in 2009 amid a bitter interfaith custody battle. Indira’s two older children, Karan Dinish and Tevi Darsiny, now young adults, live with their mother and support her quest to locate their missing sister. Karan and his sister Tevi have no intention to convert to Islam, and want to remain ‘peaceful Hindus’, according to court documents. https://www.wionews.com/videos/malaysia-activist-maryam-lee-raises-voice-against-hijab-even-after-being-a-muslim-329309/embed A question of unilateral religious conversion Indira’s ordeal began in 2009 when her then-husband, a fellow Hindu born K Pathmanathan, who had converted to Islam and taken the name Muhammad Riduan Abdullah, changed the religion of their three children via a sharia court, without her consent. He then took Prasana, their youngest child who was only 11 months old at the time, and disappeared. Neither he nor the child has yet been found, with some reports suggesting he may have fled Malaysia. Police have claimed that investigative efforts included checks with immigration authorities, but no breakthrough has emerged. In 2018, the Malaysian Federal Court unanimously declared that the religious conversions were invalid and ordered Riduan’s arrest, ruling that both parents’ consent is required for the conversion of minors under a civil marriage. Despite the landmark judgment, the father and daughter remain untraced. Also read: Malaysia’s first lady Wan Azizah politely declines Xi Jinping’s handshake, sparks debate on faith, culture and protocol An iconic human rights case in multicultural Malaysia Indira Gandhi’s years-long battle for her children is now one of Malaysia’s most discussed human-rights cases. During the march on Saturday, joined by around 200 supporters, Indira sought to hand over her daughter’s toy to Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Khalid Ismail as a symbolic reminder of her missing child. But Khalid did not appear, despite protesters waiting for nearly four hours outside the police complex, prompting renewed criticism from activists and opposition lawmakers. Also read: Sharia law imposed in THIS Malaysian state - What happens if men skip Friday prayers Malaysia’s dual legal system in sharp focus over the Indira Gandhi case Malaysia has a dual legal system, with civil and Islamic (or sharia) courts operating in parallel. The conversion of the children took place under sharia law, but issues such as parental rights and guardianship fall under the jurisdiction of the civil courts. The Indira Gandhi case has drawn fresh attention to the constitutional limits of religious authority in Malaysia, and the state’s responsibility to uphold court orders. For many Malaysians, the case has become a symbol of a broader struggle for legal clarity and equal treatment regardless of faith, in Malaysia's multi-ethnic, multi-religious society. “I have waited 16 years. All I want is my daughter back,” Indira Gandhi said on Saturday. After years of silence, Malaysia is once again watching this case and demanding answers.

Malaysian Hindu woman Indira Gandhi is continuing her 16-year battle to find her missing daughter, converted to Islam by her estranged husband, who disappeared with the girl.

The curious case of Indira Gandhi's custody battle in Malaysia: Conversion of Hindus to Islam, human rights and a missing daughter

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov 26) quashed rumours about the removal of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel from his post. Praising the FBI boss about the ‘good job’, the US president rejected a media report that claimed he was replacing Patel with top FBI official Andrew Bailey as the federal agency's chief. Just minutes ahead of Trump's statement, White House Press Secretary Karolin Leavitt called the reports ‘fake’ and added that when the story broke, she was in the White House and Trump was meeting Patel.&nbsp;&nbsp;Posting a photo of Trump and Patel, Karoline wrote, “This story is completely made up. In fact, when this Fake News published, I was in the Oval Office, where President Trump was meeting with his law enforcement team, including FBI Director Kash Patel. I read the headline to the President and he laughed. He said: “What? That’s totally false.” She added that PResident Trump insisted on taking a picture with Kash Patel to quash the rumours and fake reports of him being replaced. “Come on Kash, let’s take a picture to show them you’re doing a great job! Do not believe the Fake News,” she added.

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Donald Trump rejected rumours of firing FBI Director Kash Patel, calling the report “fake news” and praising Patel’s performance. The speculation followed media backlash over Patel’s alleged misuse of government aircraft and resources, sparking controversy and public scrutiny.

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov 26) quashed rumours about the removal of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel from his post. Praising the FBI boss about the ‘good job’, the US president rejected a media report that claimed he was replacing Patel with top FBI official Andrew Bailey as the federal agency's chief. Just minutes ahead of Trump's statement, White House Press Secretary Karolin Leavitt called the reports ‘fake’ and added that when the story broke, she was in the White House and Trump was meeting Patel. Posting a photo of Trump and Patel, Karoline wrote, “This story is completely made up. In fact, when this Fake News published, I was in the Oval Office, where President Trump was meeting with his law enforcement team, including FBI Director Kash Patel. I read the headline to the President and he laughed. He said: “What? That’s totally false.” She added that PResident Trump insisted on taking a picture with Kash Patel to quash the rumours and fake reports of him being replaced. “Come on Kash, let’s take a picture to show them you’re doing a great job! Do not believe the Fake News,” she added.

Donald Trump rejected rumours of firing FBI Director Kash Patel, calling the report “fake news” and praising Patel’s performance. The speculation followed media backlash over Patel’s alleged misuse of government aircraft and resources, sparking controversy and public scrutiny.

'Let’s take a picture': How Trump dismissed rumours of firing FBI chief Kash Patel - WATCH

A doomsday prophecy claims that a comet will smash into Earth before the year ends, ending humanity and life as we know it. The prediction by Pakistani mystic Riaz Ahmed Gohar Shahi, predicts that a doomsday comet is on course to strike Earth, all because humanity has strayed too far from spiritual truths. He described it as the last day of this world, a moment when everything we know collapses in a blink. The warning has been circulating for years, whispered quietly and repeated by those who follow his teachings, but lately it has resurfaced.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/alien-attack-in-november-harvard-scientist-flags-mysterious-object-hurtling-towards-earth-1753526257304">Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth</a><h2>A punishment for humanity?</h2>Shahi, as per the Daily Mail, claimed that this disaster is not random. In his view, humanity has drifted too far from conscience and compassion, and a divine response is overdue. He spoke of people losing themselves to hatred, war, ego, and violence, and he believed that God would send a celestial blow to reset the balance. In his 2000 book 'The Religion of God,' he said "A comet has been sent towards Earth for total destruction. The comet is expected to fall on Earth in the next 20-25 years. That will be the last day of this world."That timeline predicted by the Pakistani mystic points almost exactly to now. His followers in the Messiah Foundation International say the impact will trigger massive earthquakes, cities swallowed by waves, and a breakdown of the current world order.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/baba-vanga-and-living-nostradamus-s-chilling-2025-prediction-aliens-to-say-hi-during-1753164332261">Baba Vanga and Living Nostradamus's chilling 2025 prediction: Aliens to say&nbsp;'hi'&nbsp;during...</a><h2>Has NASA spotted the dangerous comet?</h2>NASA and other observatories have reported that no comets or asteroids are currently on course to hit Earth in the coming months. Objects once thought risky, including Apophis, were removed from potential threat lists. The only major visitor expected soon is 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object still far beyond any danger zone.However, a recent study sounded the alarm about threats outside our eyesight. It warned that Venus can potentially block our view of incoming asteroids, which have been hiding in the sun's glare. But it did not offer any proof that this was happening now.Shahi himself vanished in London in 2001 and has not been seen since. His followers insist he never died, only withdrew from public life and is waiting somewhere, watching the world spiral toward the moment he foresaw. They also claim that fragments of the killer comet already struck Jupiter decades ago as a warning sign.

A prophecy from Pakistani mystic Riaz Ahmed Gohar Shahi claims a comet will end life on Earth before the year ends, wiping out humanity for straying from morality and compassion. Here's what NASA data shows…

A doomsday prophecy claims that a comet will smash into Earth before the year ends, ending humanity and life as we know it. The prediction by Pakistani mystic Riaz Ahmed Gohar Shahi, predicts that a doomsday comet is on course to strike Earth, all because humanity has strayed too far from spiritual truths. He described it as the last day of this world, a moment when everything we know collapses in a blink. The warning has been circulating for years, whispered quietly and repeated by those who follow his teachings, but lately it has resurfaced. Also read | Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth A punishment for humanity? Shahi, as per the Daily Mail, claimed that this disaster is not random. In his view, humanity has drifted too far from conscience and compassion, and a divine response is overdue. He spoke of people losing themselves to hatred, war, ego, and violence, and he believed that God would send a celestial blow to reset the balance. In his 2000 book 'The Religion of God,' he said "A comet has been sent towards Earth for total destruction. The comet is expected to fall on Earth in the next 20-25 years. That will be the last day of this world." That timeline predicted by the Pakistani mystic points almost exactly to now. His followers in the Messiah Foundation International say the impact will trigger massive earthquakes, cities swallowed by waves, and a breakdown of the current world order. Also read | Baba Vanga and Living Nostradamus's chilling 2025 prediction: Aliens to say 'hi' during... Has NASA spotted the dangerous comet? NASA and other observatories have reported that no comets or asteroids are currently on course to hit Earth in the coming months. Objects once thought risky, including Apophis, were removed from potential threat lists. The only major visitor expected soon is 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object still far beyond any danger zone. However, a recent study sounded the alarm about threats outside our eyesight. It warned that Venus can potentially block our view of incoming asteroids, which have been hiding in the sun's glare. But it did not offer any proof that this was happening now. Shahi himself vanished in London in 2001 and has not been seen since. His followers insist he never died, only withdrew from public life and is waiting somewhere, watching the world spiral toward the moment he foresaw. They also claim that fragments of the killer comet already struck Jupiter decades ago as a warning sign.

A prophecy from Pakistani mystic Riaz Ahmed Gohar Shahi claims a comet will end life on Earth before the year ends, wiping out humanity for straying from morality and compassion. Here's what NASA data shows…

The comet that could end the world? Pakistani mystic’s doomsday prophecy predicts humanity DIES on this day

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (November 25) revealed inside details of what happened during the meeting between US President Donald Trump and New York City mayoral elect Zohran Mamdani. He said that it was clear that Mamdani is the 'leader of the Democratic Party.' Bessent also praised the campaign by Mamdani during NYC Mayoral polls.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-find-someone-who-looks-at-you-trump-mamdani-meeting-breaks-the-internet-sparks-memefest-online-1763807438321">‘Find someone who looks at you…’: Trump–Mamdani meeting breaks the internet, sparks memefest online</a>&nbsp;Speaking to CNBC, Bessent said, "I was in the room, and I think that you’ve got to have some admiration for a candidate who ran a campaign the way he did. It was a great, great campaign. He is clearly the leader of the Democratic Party now. And I think it speaks to how open-minded the president is, that he invited him into the Oval." Cautioning that running a government practically is different from a poll campaign, Bessent said, "It’s easy to run a campaign, but the practical everyday of keeping people safe, picking up the trash, making the subways run on time, we’ll see."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zohran-mamdani-sends-four-word-message-to-trump-in-first-speech-after-winning-ny-mayoral-polls-1762319097303">Zohran Mamdani sends four-word message to Trump in first speech after winning NY mayoral polls</a><h2>Trump Mamdani meeting</h2>After months of trading insults, US President Donald Trump met New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House. The meeting went viral after the US president and the NYC mayor-elect showcased a new found bonhomie. The duo faced media questions and Trump even defended Mamdani at various ocassions, including when a reporter asked the NYC mayor-elect about him calling the US president 'fascist.' Both Mamdani and Trump highlighted that they would work together for the betterment of New York City. The meeting sparked a massive<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-find-someone-who-looks-at-you-trump-mamdani-meeting-breaks-the-internet-sparks-memefest-online-1763807438321/1763807438322"> memefest online</a> with netizens enjoying this new bromance in the White House. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-simpsons-predict-donald-trump-nyc-mayor-elect-zohran-mamdani-white-house-meeting-here-s-the-truth-1763894190908">'NYC mayor as running mate...': Did The Simpsons predict Trump-Mamdani White House meeting? Here's the TRUTH</a>

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, calling him the new leader of the Democratic Party after his strong campaign and meeting with President Trump. Trump also congratulated Mamdani, though Bessent noted governing will bring tougher challenges.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (November 25) revealed inside details of what happened during the meeting between US President Donald Trump and New York City mayoral elect Zohran Mamdani. He said that it was clear that Mamdani is the 'leader of the Democratic Party.' Bessent also praised the campaign by Mamdani during NYC Mayoral polls. Also Read: ‘Find someone who looks at you…’: Trump–Mamdani meeting breaks the internet, sparks memefest online Speaking to CNBC, Bessent said, "I was in the room, and I think that you’ve got to have some admiration for a candidate who ran a campaign the way he did. It was a great, great campaign. He is clearly the leader of the Democratic Party now. And I think it speaks to how open-minded the president is, that he invited him into the Oval." Cautioning that running a government practically is different from a poll campaign, Bessent said, "It’s easy to run a campaign, but the practical everyday of keeping people safe, picking up the trash, making the subways run on time, we’ll see." Also Read: Zohran Mamdani sends four-word message to Trump in first speech after winning NY mayoral polls Trump Mamdani meeting After months of trading insults, US President Donald Trump met New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House. The meeting went viral after the US president and the NYC mayor-elect showcased a new found bonhomie. The duo faced media questions and Trump even defended Mamdani at various ocassions, including when a reporter asked the NYC mayor-elect about him calling the US president 'fascist.' Both Mamdani and Trump highlighted that they would work together for the betterment of New York City. The meeting sparked a massive memefest online with netizens enjoying this new bromance in the White House. Also Read: 'NYC mayor as running mate...': Did The Simpsons predict Trump-Mamdani White House meeting? Here's the TRUTH

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, calling him the new leader of the Democratic Party after his strong campaign and meeting with President Trump. Trump also congratulated Mamdani, though Bessent noted governing will bring tougher challenges.

Bessent reveals why Trump-Mamdani meeting was a hit: 'New leader...open-minded president'

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's party Bangladesh Awami League has demanded the resignation of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, while rejecting the verdict by the International Crimes Tribunal against their leader. Bangladesh Awami League has called for massive protests and demonstrations against the current government headed by Yunus across all districts until November 30, signalling that the neighbouring country will be on the boil again. &nbsp;Calling Yunus, 'usurper' and a 'killer-fascist', the Bangladesh Awami League announced a nationwide protest and outrightly rejected the ICT verdict.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-would-love-to-go-home-if-ousted-bangladesh-pm-sheikh-hasina-confirms-she-is-in-delhi-1761786678611">'Would love to go home if...': Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina confirms she is in Delhi</a>&nbsp;On Nov 17, the ICT convicted Hasina of crimes against humanity, ruling that she orchestrated a brutal state crackdown in 2024 against the protesting &nbsp;students. The tribunal court sentenced her to death. The trial was held in her absence and the verdict marked &nbsp;the first time a former Bangladeshi leader has been found guilty of such offences.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-too-many-powerful-heads-modi-xi-sheikh-hasina-s-ouster-from-bangladesh-was-cia-plot-minister-makes-sensational-claims-1762234282771">'Too many powerful heads, Modi, Xi...': Sheikh Hasina's ouster from Bangladesh was CIA plot? Minister makes sensational claims</a>&nbsp;In its statement, the Awami League not only rejected the verdict but also called the upcoming elections a farce. "As part of that conspiracy, they staged this mockery of a trial in their own manufactured court. The Awami League is not only rejecting the illegal ICT verdict, but is also working at the grassroots, holding discussions with political leaders, stakeholders and people from all walks of life to break the web of plots woven by this occupying force. It is now clear to everyone that the Yunus clique is engaged in anti-state conspiracies...A staged election excluding the pro-liberation forces, the Awami League and Sheikh Hasina will not be allowed in Bangladesh. It will be resisted at any cost."&nbsp;Earlier, Bangladesh's former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, in a new book, had claimed that Army Chief Waker-Uz-Zaman acted as the CIA's agent and orchestrated the coup. Calling the army chief the “main plotter”, Kamal accused the US of destabilizing Bangladesh, claiming that America doesn't want “too many powerful heads of state in South Asia.” He named Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Sheikh Hasina in the list of powerful leaders in South Asia. He also repeated Hasina's claims that the US wants St Martin’s Island from Bangladesh.&nbsp;Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-yunus-is-a-cheat-sheikh-hasina-vows-to-return-to-bangladesh-to-deliver-justice-calls-student-uprising-terror-attack-1762230893568">'Yunus is a cheat': Sheikh Hasina vows to return to Bangladesh 'to deliver justice', calls student uprising 'terror attack'</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Yunus had already said that elections in the country will take place in February 2026. In his latest address, he also said that his country will hold a national referendum on implementing its 'July Charter' for state reform, drafted after last year's deadly student-led uprising that led to the ouster of ex-PM Hasina. The July Charter seeks to reshape the country's politics and institutions and give constitutional recognition to the 2024 uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina. It calls for constitutional recognition of the 2024 uprising, and state protection/recognition for those killed or injured in it. It proposes creation of a bicameral legislature and limit the term of the PM.&nbsp;

The Bangladesh Awami League has rejected the ICT death sentence for former PM Sheikh Hasina and demanded Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus' resignation. Calling the verdict illegal, the party announced nationwide protests until Nov 30, accusing Yunus of political conspiracy ahead of elections.

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's party Bangladesh Awami League has demanded the resignation of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, while rejecting the verdict by the International Crimes Tribunal against their leader. Bangladesh Awami League has called for massive protests and demonstrations against the current government headed by Yunus across all districts until November 30, signalling that the neighbouring country will be on the boil again. Calling Yunus, 'usurper' and a 'killer-fascist', the Bangladesh Awami League announced a nationwide protest and outrightly rejected the ICT verdict. Read More | 'Would love to go home if...': Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina confirms she is in Delhi On Nov 17, the ICT convicted Hasina of crimes against humanity, ruling that she orchestrated a brutal state crackdown in 2024 against the protesting students. The tribunal court sentenced her to death. The trial was held in her absence and the verdict marked the first time a former Bangladeshi leader has been found guilty of such offences. Read More | 'Too many powerful heads, Modi, Xi...': Sheikh Hasina's ouster from Bangladesh was CIA plot? Minister makes sensational claims In its statement, the Awami League not only rejected the verdict but also called the upcoming elections a farce. "As part of that conspiracy, they staged this mockery of a trial in their own manufactured court. The Awami League is not only rejecting the illegal ICT verdict, but is also working at the grassroots, holding discussions with political leaders, stakeholders and people from all walks of life to break the web of plots woven by this occupying force. It is now clear to everyone that the Yunus clique is engaged in anti-state conspiracies...A staged election excluding the pro-liberation forces, the Awami League and Sheikh Hasina will not be allowed in Bangladesh. It will be resisted at any cost." Earlier, Bangladesh's former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, in a new book, had claimed that Army Chief Waker-Uz-Zaman acted as the CIA's agent and orchestrated the coup. Calling the army chief the “main plotter”, Kamal accused the US of destabilizing Bangladesh, claiming that America doesn't want “too many powerful heads of state in South Asia.” He named Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Sheikh Hasina in the list of powerful leaders in South Asia. He also repeated Hasina's claims that the US wants St Martin’s Island from Bangladesh. Read More | 'Yunus is a cheat': Sheikh Hasina vows to return to Bangladesh 'to deliver justice', calls student uprising 'terror attack' Meanwhile, Yunus had already said that elections in the country will take place in February 2026. In his latest address, he also said that his country will hold a national referendum on implementing its 'July Charter' for state reform, drafted after last year's deadly student-led uprising that led to the ouster of ex-PM Hasina. The July Charter seeks to reshape the country's politics and institutions and give constitutional recognition to the 2024 uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina. It calls for constitutional recognition of the 2024 uprising, and state protection/recognition for those killed or injured in it. It proposes creation of a bicameral legislature and limit the term of the PM.

The Bangladesh Awami League has rejected the ICT death sentence for former PM Sheikh Hasina and demanded Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus' resignation. Calling the verdict illegal, the party announced nationwide protests until Nov 30, accusing Yunus of political conspiracy ahead of elections.

Bangladesh on boil again: Sheikh Hasina's party calls for nationwide protest, demands resignation of 'killer-fascist' Yunus

In a major development, Italian lawmakers on Tuesday (Nov 25) unanimously backed a bill making femicide a crime punishable by life imprisonment. According to AFP, the new article in the penal code creates a category of homicide “based on the characteristics of the victim”. Italian law had previously only provided for aggravating circumstances in cases where the killer was married or related to the victim. Now, it mandates life imprisonment for acts intended to cause the death of a woman "out of discrimination, hatred or violence" among other reasons. With the passing of the bill, Italy will now join Cyprus, Malta and Croatia as EU member states that have introduced a legal definition of femicide in their criminal codes.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-meloni-to-tulsi-bhai-pm-modi-s-high-powered-g20-diplomacy-in-pictures-1763833646729">From Meloni to 'Tulsi bhai': PM Modi’s high-powered G20 diplomacy IN PICTURES</a>&nbsp;Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hailed the vote and called the measure a tool to "defend the freedom and dignity of every woman". Meloni highlighted that Italy had already strengthened laws in recent years, increased penalties, expanded protection tools such as the "red code," and doubled funding for anti-violence centres and shelters. She also highlighted improvements in support systems, awareness campaigns, and education initiatives, stressing that these were meaningful steps but not the end of the effort. Meloni said that the country must continue working to protect women, prevent violence, and ensure they feel safe, supported, and believed. She said the freedom and dignity of women must remain both a state duty and a collective responsibility.&nbsp;The government initiative, already approved by the Senate in July, passed with 237 votes in favour and none against. The new article mandates life imprisonment for acts intended to cause the death of a woman "out of discrimination, hatred or violence" among other reasons. The recent move was triggered by the killing of Giulia Cecchettin by her ex-boyfriend in 2022. &nbsp;Italy's national statistics institute (Istat) said that 116 of the 327 homicides recorded in the country in 2024 involved women and girls. In 92.2 percent of the cases, men were the killers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-attends-g20-summit-candid-interaction-with-italian-pm-giorgia-meloni-goes-viral-watch-1763804337120">PM Modi attends G20 Summit; candid interaction with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni goes viral - WATCH</a>&nbsp;Gino Cecchettin, father Giulia, while speaking to BBC said he wasn’t sure the law would have saved her, but believed openly naming and discussing femicide was progress. His focus is now on education, and he has created a foundation promoting early emotional and sexual education to prevent future violence. The BBC notes that the law has critics, including legal scholars like Professor Valeria Torre, who argue there is no legal gap to fill and that defining femicide may be difficult in court, especially when killers are former partners. Some fear the legislation is more symbolic than practical and stress that addressing gender inequality and funding prevention and support services is essential. Even supporters of the law agree that legislation alone is not enough and must be paired with wider societal and educational reforms.<h2>Does India have a law like this?</h2>In India, while violence against women is addressed through multiple legal provisions, there is no dedicated law that defines or penalises femicide as a separate crime. Crimes such as domestic abuse are covered under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, and sexual offences, acid attacks, stalking and related crimes were strengthened under the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013. Murder and culpable homicide are punishable under the Indian Penal Code, but they do not carry gender-specific categorisation. Research has noted that femicide remains a significant form of violence in India, yet it is not legally recognised as a distinct offence. Government initiatives on “Crime Against Women” focus on prevention measures, legal reforms, special courts, and institutional support rather than creating a separate femicide law.

Italy has passed a new law making femicide a distinct crime punishable by life imprisonment. The bill, approved unanimously, aims to combat rising violence against women. PM Giorgia Meloni hailed it as a step to protect women’s dignity, amid alarming global femicide figures.

In a major development, Italian lawmakers on Tuesday (Nov 25) unanimously backed a bill making femicide a crime punishable by life imprisonment. According to AFP, the new article in the penal code creates a category of homicide “based on the characteristics of the victim”. Italian law had previously only provided for aggravating circumstances in cases where the killer was married or related to the victim. Now, it mandates life imprisonment for acts intended to cause the death of a woman "out of discrimination, hatred or violence" among other reasons. With the passing of the bill, Italy will now join Cyprus, Malta and Croatia as EU member states that have introduced a legal definition of femicide in their criminal codes. From Meloni to 'Tulsi bhai': PM Modi’s high-powered G20 diplomacy IN PICTURES Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hailed the vote and called the measure a tool to "defend the freedom and dignity of every woman". Meloni highlighted that Italy had already strengthened laws in recent years, increased penalties, expanded protection tools such as the "red code," and doubled funding for anti-violence centres and shelters. She also highlighted improvements in support systems, awareness campaigns, and education initiatives, stressing that these were meaningful steps but not the end of the effort. Meloni said that the country must continue working to protect women, prevent violence, and ensure they feel safe, supported, and believed. She said the freedom and dignity of women must remain both a state duty and a collective responsibility. The government initiative, already approved by the Senate in July, passed with 237 votes in favour and none against. The new article mandates life imprisonment for acts intended to cause the death of a woman "out of discrimination, hatred or violence" among other reasons. The recent move was triggered by the killing of Giulia Cecchettin by her ex-boyfriend in 2022. Italy's national statistics institute (Istat) said that 116 of the 327 homicides recorded in the country in 2024 involved women and girls. In 92.2 percent of the cases, men were the killers. PM Modi attends G20 Summit; candid interaction with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni goes viral - WATCH Gino Cecchettin, father Giulia, while speaking to BBC said he wasn’t sure the law would have saved her, but believed openly naming and discussing femicide was progress. His focus is now on education, and he has created a foundation promoting early emotional and sexual education to prevent future violence. The BBC notes that the law has critics, including legal scholars like Professor Valeria Torre, who argue there is no legal gap to fill and that defining femicide may be difficult in court, especially when killers are former partners. Some fear the legislation is more symbolic than practical and stress that addressing gender inequality and funding prevention and support services is essential. Even supporters of the law agree that legislation alone is not enough and must be paired with wider societal and educational reforms. Does India have a law like this? In India, while violence against women is addressed through multiple legal provisions, there is no dedicated law that defines or penalises femicide as a separate crime. Crimes such as domestic abuse are covered under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, and sexual offences, acid attacks, stalking and related crimes were strengthened under the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013. Murder and culpable homicide are punishable under the Indian Penal Code, but they do not carry gender-specific categorisation. Research has noted that femicide remains a significant form of violence in India, yet it is not legally recognised as a distinct offence. Government initiatives on “Crime Against Women” focus on prevention measures, legal reforms, special courts, and institutional support rather than creating a separate femicide law.

Italy has passed a new law making femicide a distinct crime punishable by life imprisonment. The bill, approved unanimously, aims to combat rising violence against women. PM Giorgia Meloni hailed it as a step to protect women’s dignity, amid alarming global femicide figures.

Italy criminalises femicide with life term — Does India have such a law?

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Nov 25) announced that his envoy, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Moscow next week for talks with Vladimir Putin, amid fears that his Ukraine peace plan was unravelling. The US President revealed that his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, may also join the trip, though his participation has not been confirmed. The upcoming visit comes as Washington and Kyiv discuss a revised proposal to end the war in Ukraine. The updated plan follows criticism that an earlier version leaned too heavily towards Russia and has not yet been made public.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-geneva-talks-a-significant-step-vows-no-peace-deal-without-full-ukrainian-sovereignty-1763947339091">US says Geneva talks a 'significant step,' vows no peace deal without full Ukrainian sovereignty</a><h2>What is the current status of peace in the Russia-Ukraine war?</h2>Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that "Steve Witkoff is going over maybe with Jared. I'm not sure about Jared going, but he's involved in the process, smart guy, and they're going to be meeting with President Putin, I believe next week in Moscow."This comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address that he was "ready to meet" Trump to discuss "sensitive points" of Trump's Ukraine 28-point peace plan. He said that the new US-drafted principles could open the way to deeper understanding between the sides and stressed that American involvement remains crucial."The principles of this document can be expanded into deeper agreements," Zelensky said. "I am counting on further active cooperation with the American side and with President (Donald) Trump. Much depends on America, because Russia pays the greatest attention to American strength."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/home-the-deadliest-place-shocking-un-report-shows-every-10-mins-a-woman-is-murdered-by-family-or-partners-femicide-1764045604135">Home the deadliest place? Shocking UN report shows every 10 mins, a woman is murdered by family or partners</a>Earlier in the day, the Ukrainian president told Kyiv’s partners in the Coalition of the Willing that Ukraine was prepared to move forward with the latest framework developed in Geneva, while acknowledging that several "sensitive points" still require clarity."Ukraine has the framework developed by our teams in Geneva. That framework is on the table, and we're ready to move forward together -– with the United States of America, with personal engagement of President Trump, and with Europe," he said.

Donald Trump said that his envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin as concerns grow that his Ukraine peace plan is stalling. In Kyiv, Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to meet Trump to discuss what he called sensitive points in the 28-point plan. 

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Nov 25) announced that his envoy, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Moscow next week for talks with Vladimir Putin, amid fears that his Ukraine peace plan was unravelling. The US President revealed that his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, may also join the trip, though his participation has not been confirmed. The upcoming visit comes as Washington and Kyiv discuss a revised proposal to end the war in Ukraine. The updated plan follows criticism that an earlier version leaned too heavily towards Russia and has not yet been made public. Also read | US says Geneva talks a 'significant step,' vows no peace deal without full Ukrainian sovereignty What is the current status of peace in the Russia-Ukraine war? Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that "Steve Witkoff is going over maybe with Jared. I'm not sure about Jared going, but he's involved in the process, smart guy, and they're going to be meeting with President Putin, I believe next week in Moscow." This comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address that he was "ready to meet" Trump to discuss "sensitive points" of Trump's Ukraine 28-point peace plan. He said that the new US-drafted principles could open the way to deeper understanding between the sides and stressed that American involvement remains crucial."The principles of this document can be expanded into deeper agreements," Zelensky said. "I am counting on further active cooperation with the American side and with President (Donald) Trump. Much depends on America, because Russia pays the greatest attention to American strength." Also read | Home the deadliest place? Shocking UN report shows every 10 mins, a woman is murdered by family or partners Earlier in the day, the Ukrainian president told Kyiv’s partners in the Coalition of the Willing that Ukraine was prepared to move forward with the latest framework developed in Geneva, while acknowledging that several "sensitive points" still require clarity. "Ukraine has the framework developed by our teams in Geneva. That framework is on the table, and we're ready to move forward together -– with the United States of America, with personal engagement of President Trump, and with Europe," he said.

Donald Trump said that his envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin as concerns grow that his Ukraine peace plan is stalling. In Kyiv, Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to meet Trump to discuss what he called sensitive points in the 28-point plan.&nbsp;

Trump sends top aide to Moscow for peace talks with Putin; Zelensky says 'ready to meet' POTUS to address 'sensitive points'

A New Zealand court has sentenced the mother who killed her two children and hid their bodies in suitcases to life behind bars. High Court judge Geoffrey Venning sentenced Hakyung Lee, a New Zealander of Korean origin, to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 17 years, in a case that shocked the country and became known as the suitcase murders. Lee was earlier convicted of killing her son and daughter in 2018, then storing their remains inside suitcases in a rented storage unit. The bodies went unnoticed for four years until 2022, when a family that bought the contents of the abandoned locker at auction opened it and made the grim discovery.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wion-explains-new-zealand-s-suitcase-murders-gory-details-of-the-chilling-case-of-a-mother-her-children-and-a-dark-secret-1758619535172">WION explains-New Zealand's suitcase murders: Gory details of the chilling case of a mother, her children, and a dark secret</a><h2>Guilty of killing "particularly vulnerable" children</h2>On Wednesday (Nov 26), High Court judge Geoffrey Venning handed down the sentence, ordering that Lee must serve at least 17 years before she can apply for parole. He described the victims, Minu and Yuna, aged six and eight, as "particularly vulnerable". In court, the 45-year-old murderer appeared calm and silent, listening through a translator as her fate was read out.Lee admitted early on that she gave the children a fatal overdose of prescription medication. She later left New Zealand, changed her name, and lived in South Korea until authorities tracked her down and extradited her to stand trial.<h2>Depressive episode or homicidal tendencies</h2>The sentencing hearing focused less on what happened and more on why. Lee’s legal team argued she was not in her right mind, saying her husband’s death in 2017 sent her into a deep depression and left her suicidal. A forensic psychiatrist testified that Lee believed she was sparing her children from suffering and thought killing them was the only way forward.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mother-of-two-found-guilty-in-new-zealand-s-chilling-suitcase-murders-case-1758601755312">Mother of two found guilty of killing children in New Zealand’s chilling ‘suitcase murders’ case</a>Prosecutors pushed back, telling the court that her attempts to conceal the bodies and flee overseas showed she understood the gravity of her actions. The jury sided with the prosecution.Lee’s mother, Choon Ja Lee, questioned, "If she wanted to die why didn't she die alone? Why did she take the innocent children with her?". Her brother-in-law Sei Wook Cho, said the kid's other grandmother, battling cancer, still does not know what happened and that his "daily existence is a time bomb of fear" that she could find out at any moment.&nbsp;

A New Zealand mother who killed her two young children, hid their bodies in suitcases and left them in storage has been sentenced to life in prison, with at least 17 years before parole. Scroll for full story.

A New Zealand court has sentenced the mother who killed her two children and hid their bodies in suitcases to life behind bars. High Court judge Geoffrey Venning sentenced Hakyung Lee, a New Zealander of Korean origin, to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 17 years, in a case that shocked the country and became known as the suitcase murders. Lee was earlier convicted of killing her son and daughter in 2018, then storing their remains inside suitcases in a rented storage unit. The bodies went unnoticed for four years until 2022, when a family that bought the contents of the abandoned locker at auction opened it and made the grim discovery. Also read | WION explains-New Zealand's suitcase murders: Gory details of the chilling case of a mother, her children, and a dark secret Guilty of killing "particularly vulnerable" children On Wednesday (Nov 26), High Court judge Geoffrey Venning handed down the sentence, ordering that Lee must serve at least 17 years before she can apply for parole. He described the victims, Minu and Yuna, aged six and eight, as "particularly vulnerable". In court, the 45-year-old murderer appeared calm and silent, listening through a translator as her fate was read out. Lee admitted early on that she gave the children a fatal overdose of prescription medication. She later left New Zealand, changed her name, and lived in South Korea until authorities tracked her down and extradited her to stand trial. Depressive episode or homicidal tendencies The sentencing hearing focused less on what happened and more on why. Lee’s legal team argued she was not in her right mind, saying her husband’s death in 2017 sent her into a deep depression and left her suicidal. A forensic psychiatrist testified that Lee believed she was sparing her children from suffering and thought killing them was the only way forward. Also read | Mother of two found guilty of killing children in New Zealand’s chilling ‘suitcase murders’ case Prosecutors pushed back, telling the court that her attempts to conceal the bodies and flee overseas showed she understood the gravity of her actions. The jury sided with the prosecution. Lee’s mother, Choon Ja Lee, questioned, "If she wanted to die why didn't she die alone? Why did she take the innocent children with her?". Her brother-in-law Sei Wook Cho, said the kid's other grandmother, battling cancer, still does not know what happened and that his "daily existence is a time bomb of fear" that she could find out at any moment.

A New Zealand mother who killed her two young children, hid their bodies in suitcases and left them in storage has been sentenced to life in prison, with at least 17 years before parole. Scroll for full story.

New Zealand suitcase murders: Mother who killed her children, stuffed their bodies in storage sentenced to life imprisonment

On Tuesday (Nov 25), Hamas handed over the mortal remains of one of the three remaining deceased hostages to Israel. The body has been brought to a forensic institute for identification, said Israel. The families of Israeli nationals Dror Or and Ran Gvili are yet to receive their mortal remains; one of the three hostages is a Thai national named Sudthisak Rinthalak. In a statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office read, “Israel has received, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a fallen hostage, which was handed over to an IDF and ISA force inside the Gaza Strip. From there, it will be transferred to Israel, where it will be received in a military ceremony with the participation of an IDF Rabbi.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Israel has received, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a fallen hostage, which was handed over to an IDF and ISA force inside the Gaza Strip. From there, it will be transferred to Israel, where it will be received in a military ceremony with the participation of an IDF Rabbi.&mdash; Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraeliPM/status/1993347404058575250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Shira, the sister of Gvili, one of the deceased hostages, was quoted by news agency AFP, saying "I miss my brother terribly and want him to come back. We are exhausted. The constant fear that it simply won't happen is tiring."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-removes-several-generals-following-failures-in-october-7-attack-1763980093997">Israel removes several generals following failures in October 7 attack</a>&nbsp;In his post, PM Netanyahu also mentioned, “Israel views with utmost seriousness the delay in their immediate transfer to its hands. This constitutes an additional violation of the agreement. Israel demands the immediate return of the three deceased hostages still held in the Gaza Strip.” The PM's office also urged the public to 'respect the families' privacy and to refrain from spreading rumours.' People were also cautioned against indulging in unofficial and unverified information. Furthermore, assuring the families of the fallen hostages have been updated. “The effort to return our hostages is ongoing and will not cease until the last hostage is returned,” the statement highlighted.&nbsp;On October 2023, 251 people were held hostage by Hamas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 In a statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office read: “The effort to return our hostages is ongoing and will not cease until the last hostage is returned."

On Tuesday (Nov 25), Hamas handed over the mortal remains of one of the three remaining deceased hostages to Israel. The body has been brought to a forensic institute for identification, said Israel. The families of Israeli nationals Dror Or and Ran Gvili are yet to receive their mortal remains; one of the three hostages is a Thai national named Sudthisak Rinthalak. In a statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office read, “Israel has received, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a fallen hostage, which was handed over to an IDF and ISA force inside the Gaza Strip. From there, it will be transferred to Israel, where it will be received in a military ceremony with the participation of an IDF Rabbi.”

&nbsp;In a statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office read: “The effort to return our hostages is ongoing and will not cease until the last hostage is returned."

Israel announces 'received coffin of a fallen hostage' from Hamas

French authorities have arrested three people on suspicion of spying for Russia and acting to promote its war propaganda, as part of a probe into a French-Russian association, prosecutors said Tuesday. The arrests come as fears of Russian interference across Europe are at a high, with Western capitals pointing the finger at Moscow's spy services while the Kremlin's military campaign in Ukraine drags on.&nbsp;One of those detained, a 40-year-old Russian man, was seen on video surveillance footage in September putting up pro-Russian posters on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the city's prosecutors' office said. The man then reported by telephone to the head of the association, SOS Donbass, a woman also aged 40, who was suspected by French counter-espionage officials of trying to get economic information from French company executives.&nbsp;The woman, who was born in Russia, had been on the radar of France's domestic intelligence service, the General Directorate for Internal Security (DGSI), since at least the beginning of the year. After the DGSI detected "actions likely to harm the fundamental interests of the nation" relating to her, an investigating magistrate was appointed in March to probe various suspected offences including "collusion with a foreign power", which is punishable by 10 years in jail.&nbsp;SOS Donbass presents itself as a humanitarian organisation offering aid to civilians in the eastern Donbas region of Ukraine, which is partially under Moscow's control. The third person in custody is a 63-year-old man born in the northern Paris suburb of Seine-Saint-Denis. A fourth suspect, 58, was spared pre-trial detention but placed under strict supervision and forced to report to the police station once a week.&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

One of those detained, a 40-year-old Russian man, was seen on video surveillance footage in September putting up pro-Russian posters on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the city's prosecutors' office said. 

French authorities have arrested three people on suspicion of spying for Russia and acting to promote its war propaganda, as part of a probe into a French-Russian association, prosecutors said Tuesday. The arrests come as fears of Russian interference across Europe are at a high, with Western capitals pointing the finger at Moscow's spy services while the Kremlin's military campaign in Ukraine drags on. One of those detained, a 40-year-old Russian man, was seen on video surveillance footage in September putting up pro-Russian posters on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the city's prosecutors' office said. The man then reported by telephone to the head of the association, SOS Donbass, a woman also aged 40, who was suspected by French counter-espionage officials of trying to get economic information from French company executives. The woman, who was born in Russia, had been on the radar of France's domestic intelligence service, the General Directorate for Internal Security (DGSI), since at least the beginning of the year. After the DGSI detected "actions likely to harm the fundamental interests of the nation" relating to her, an investigating magistrate was appointed in March to probe various suspected offences including "collusion with a foreign power", which is punishable by 10 years in jail. SOS Donbass presents itself as a humanitarian organisation offering aid to civilians in the eastern Donbas region of Ukraine, which is partially under Moscow's control. The third person in custody is a 63-year-old man born in the northern Paris suburb of Seine-Saint-Denis. A fourth suspect, 58, was spared pre-trial detention but placed under strict supervision and forced to report to the police station once a week. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

One of those detained, a 40-year-old Russian man, was seen on video surveillance footage in September putting up pro-Russian posters on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the city's prosecutors' office said.&nbsp;

Three arrested in Paris suspected of spying and acting for Russia

The US Congress is pushing the Trump administration to confront Pakistan’s military leadership. This move comes after a transnational repression, which includes intimidation targeting pro-democracy Pakistani activists living in the States. Highlighting the matter were Democratic Party representatives Greg Casar and Pramila Jayapal. The representatives penned a letter urging the administration to take cognisance of the matter and also hold the Pakistani leadership accountable. It also notes that the actions need to be addressed, as the situation is spilling beyond the country's borders. It is also backed by Pakistani-American groups, viz. Community Alliance for Peace and Justice and the Coalition to Change US Policy on Pakistan (CUSP).&nbsp;The groups also suggest that the Pakistani military has been intensifying its crackdown on dissent. It has also been pointed out that it has been rampant since the February 2024 elections in the country. The election was tainted with allegations of vote manipulation and suppression of voters, and it has been alleged that it was aimed at sidelining the former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail for corruption charges. Activists alleging transnational regression say it is not just limited to opposition in the country but is also silencing voices overseas, which includes those in the US.&nbsp;Earlier in June, Mehlaqa Samdani Director, Community Alliance For Peace and Justice, wrote to US House representatives James P. McGovern and Chris Smith. In the letter, he addressed his concerns regarding American citizens of Pakistani descent and noted they have been ‘directly subjected to transnational repression’.&nbsp;<h2>The letter highlighted:</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>We respectfully call on the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and Congress to launch a formal investigation into the Pakistani state’s transnational repression of Pakistani Americans, including the ongoing surveillance, intimidation, threats, and collective punishment through family targeting of hundreds across the country.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Publicly name to hold accountable and impose sanctions upon the individuals directing these abuses. Specifically:&nbsp;</li></ul><ol><li>Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff&nbsp;</li><li>Mohsin Naqvi, Federal Interior Minister&nbsp;</li><li>Lt. General Asim Malik, Director General, Inter-Services Intelligence&nbsp;</li><li>Other relevant senior officials within Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and provincial police chiefs that are involved in operationalising threats and harassment.</li></ol>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The representatives penned a letter urging the administration to take cognisance of the matter and also hold the Pakistani leadership accountable. It also notes that the actions need to be addressed, as the situation is spilling beyond the country's borders. 

The US Congress is pushing the Trump administration to confront Pakistan’s military leadership. This move comes after a transnational repression, which includes intimidation targeting pro-democracy Pakistani activists living in the States. Highlighting the matter were Democratic Party representatives Greg Casar and Pramila Jayapal. The representatives penned a letter urging the administration to take cognisance of the matter and also hold the Pakistani leadership accountable. It also notes that the actions need to be addressed, as the situation is spilling beyond the country's borders. It is also backed by Pakistani-American groups, viz. Community Alliance for Peace and Justice and the Coalition to Change US Policy on Pakistan (CUSP). The groups also suggest that the Pakistani military has been intensifying its crackdown on dissent. It has also been pointed out that it has been rampant since the February 2024 elections in the country. The election was tainted with allegations of vote manipulation and suppression of voters, and it has been alleged that it was aimed at sidelining the former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail for corruption charges. Activists alleging transnational regression say it is not just limited to opposition in the country but is also silencing voices overseas, which includes those in the US. Earlier in June, Mehlaqa Samdani Director, Community Alliance For Peace and Justice, wrote to US House representatives James P. McGovern and Chris Smith. In the letter, he addressed his concerns regarding American citizens of Pakistani descent and noted they have been ‘directly subjected to transnational repression’. The letter highlighted: We respectfully call on the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and Congress to launch a formal investigation into the Pakistani state’s transnational repression of Pakistani Americans, including the ongoing surveillance, intimidation, threats, and collective punishment through family targeting of hundreds across the country. Publicly name to hold accountable and impose sanctions upon the individuals directing these abuses. Specifically: Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff Mohsin Naqvi, Federal Interior Minister Lt. General Asim Malik, Director General, Inter-Services Intelligence Other relevant senior officials within Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and provincial police chiefs that are involved in operationalising threats and harassment.

The representatives penned a letter urging the administration to take cognisance of the matter and also hold the Pakistani leadership accountable. It also notes that the actions need to be addressed, as the situation is spilling beyond the country's borders.&nbsp;

US lawmaker ask Trump to take action and confront Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir over transnational repression

India has firmly restated that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral and inalienable part” of its territory after China refused to recognise the northeastern Indian state and denied detaining an Indian woman transiting through Shanghai airport. Prema Thongdok, an Indian national from Arunachal Pradesh, was travelling from London to Japan on a valid Indian passport when she was held for around 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Indian consular officials at the consulate general of Shanghai eventually secured her release.On Tuesday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) accused Chinese authorities of violating international air-travel conventions and even China’s own 24-hour visa-free transit policy, which applies to nationals of all countries. “We have seen statements made by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the arbitrary detention of an Indian citizen Prema Thongdok from Arunachal Pradesh,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. “Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India, and this is a self-evident fact. No amount of denial by the Chinese side is going to change this indisputable reality.”The Spokesperson added that Beijing had “still not been able to explain their actions” and that the detention breached “several conventions governing international air travel” as well as China’s own regulations of allowing visa-free transit up to 24 hours for nationals of all countries. China has long claimed Arunachal Pradesh, something that Delhi has rejected in a strong way.Earlier in the day, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning insisted there had been no detention. “The Chinese side has never recognised the so-called ‘Arunachal Pradesh’ illegally set up by India,” Ms Mao said at a regular briefing. “According to what we’ve learned, during the entire time, China’s border inspection authorities carried out checks procedures in accordance with laws and regulations… there was no so-called ‘detaining’ or ‘harassing.’ The airline provided her with resting facilities and meals.”India rejected the explanation outright. Prema Thongdok, speaking to WION narrated her ordeal. “They basically said to me, go back to the UK or your country,” Thongdok said, describing her plea for the Indian embassy to intervene. Indian diplomatic staff later brought her food, she said. India’s Ministry of External Affairs lodged strong protests through diplomatic channels in both Delhi and Beijing over the incident. The incident comes weeks after India and China reached an agreement to resume direct commercial flights and ease visa restrictions, measures intended to stabilise ties after years of strain. The Shanghai episode risks undermining that fragile détente.

Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) accused Chinese authorities of violating international air-travel conventions and even China own 24-hour visa-free transit policy, which applies to nationals of all countries. 

India has firmly restated that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral and inalienable part” of its territory after China refused to recognise the northeastern Indian state and denied detaining an Indian woman transiting through Shanghai airport. Prema Thongdok, an Indian national from Arunachal Pradesh, was travelling from London to Japan on a valid Indian passport when she was held for around 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Indian consular officials at the consulate general of Shanghai eventually secured her release. On Tuesday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) accused Chinese authorities of violating international air-travel conventions and even China’s own 24-hour visa-free transit policy, which applies to nationals of all countries. “We have seen statements made by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the arbitrary detention of an Indian citizen Prema Thongdok from Arunachal Pradesh,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. “Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India, and this is a self-evident fact. No amount of denial by the Chinese side is going to change this indisputable reality.” The Spokesperson added that Beijing had “still not been able to explain their actions” and that the detention breached “several conventions governing international air travel” as well as China’s own regulations of allowing visa-free transit up to 24 hours for nationals of all countries. China has long claimed Arunachal Pradesh, something that Delhi has rejected in a strong way. Earlier in the day, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning insisted there had been no detention. “The Chinese side has never recognised the so-called ‘Arunachal Pradesh’ illegally set up by India,” Ms Mao said at a regular briefing. “According to what we’ve learned, during the entire time, China’s border inspection authorities carried out checks procedures in accordance with laws and regulations… there was no so-called ‘detaining’ or ‘harassing.’ The airline provided her with resting facilities and meals.” India rejected the explanation outright. Prema Thongdok, speaking to WION narrated her ordeal. “They basically said to me, go back to the UK or your country,” Thongdok said, describing her plea for the Indian embassy to intervene. Indian diplomatic staff later brought her food, she said. India’s Ministry of External Affairs lodged strong protests through diplomatic channels in both Delhi and Beijing over the incident. The incident comes weeks after India and China reached an agreement to resume direct commercial flights and ease visa restrictions, measures intended to stabilise ties after years of strain. The Shanghai episode risks undermining that fragile détente.

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‘Integral and inalienable part’: India on China's claim on Arunachal Pradesh