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]Did Russia steal AstraZeneca Covid jab formula? This report suggests so
Last week, the World Health Organization said it was about to restart the process of approving Sputnik V following a series of problems with the dossier.
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 06:12 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Meenakshi Ray, New Delhi
No food, bottlecaps to moisten lips: Ex-Chinese cop on Uyghur travel woes & more
A spokesperson for the Xinjiang government, however, said the revelations of the “so-called local policeman could not happen".
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 06:16 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi
Iraq says it arrested top Islamic state leader Sami Jasim
- Al-Kadhimi described it as “one of the most difficult" cross border intelligence operations ever conducted by Iraqi forces.
![Sami Jasim al-Jaburi, the alleged finance chief of the Islamic State group, arrested by intelligence services Sami Jasim al-Jaburi, the alleged finance chief of the Islamic State group, arrested by intelligence services](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/AFP_9PH2G8_1633950228320_1633950244760.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 04:35 PM IST
AP | , Baghdad
Chinese women speak out on Weibo against ‘three-child-policy’
- China did away with the repressive ‘one-child-policy’ in 2015 and replaced it with the ‘two-child-policy’, which was then replaced with the controversial ‘three-child-policy’ in 2021
![Chinese citizens took to Weibo a day after this policy change was announced on May 31, complaining of rising education expenses, long work hours, lack of access to proper child care services, and sky high real estate prices.(AP) Chinese citizens took to Weibo a day after this policy change was announced on May 31, complaining of rising education expenses, long work hours, lack of access to proper child care services, and sky high real estate prices.(AP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/China-Daily-Life-0_1633949585544_1633949680142.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 04:26 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Ayshee Bhaduri | Edited by Avik Roy, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Card, Angrist and Imbens win 2021 Nobel economics prize
The prize, is also known as the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel.
![The 2021 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel has been awarded with one half to David Card and the other half jointly to Joshua Angrist and Guido Imbens.(Twitter/Nobel Prize) The 2021 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel has been awarded with one half to David Card and the other half jointly to Joshua Angrist and Guido Imbens.(Twitter/Nobel Prize)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/Nobel_economics_2021_1633946807462_1633946821659.jpeg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 03:39 PM IST
Reuters | , Oslo
Singapore Airlines's website crash amid surge in flight demand
- Singapore Airlines said it has seen “very high demand” for flights and may take longer to respond to queries from customers.
![Singapore Airlines's website crash amid surge in flight demand. (File photo)(Twitter/hellofinstra) Singapore Airlines's website crash amid surge in flight demand. (File photo)(Twitter/hellofinstra)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/pjimage_-_2021-01-20T102715.632_1611118654108_1611118665308_1633945912520.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 03:23 PM IST
Bloomberg |
Don't lose sight of the issue of a two-state solution: Merkel tells Israel
- Merkel's support for a two-state solution has been one of the key disagreements with Israel's leadership during her 16 years in office, which were characterized by unwavering support for Israel.
![Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett (C-L) speaks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel (C-R) as he escorts her outside at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem(AFP) Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett (C-L) speaks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel (C-R) as he escorts her outside at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem(AFP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/ISRAEL-GERMANY-POLITICS-DIPLOMACY-3_1633942470722_1633942498158.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 02:26 PM IST
AP | , Jerusalem
Singapore to allow quarantine free travel for 11 countries; India not included
- This announcement comes days after Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s push to live with Covid-19 without being paralysed by fear.
![The Singapore government’s quarantine free travel scheme covers seven European countries, one Asian country, and two North American countries (Bloomberg) The Singapore government’s quarantine free travel scheme covers seven European countries, one Asian country, and two North American countries (Bloomberg)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/SINGAPORE-SKYLINE-9_1633930753327_1633930776502.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 11:23 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Ayshee Bhaduri | Edited by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
‘Leave immediately’: US, UK warn citizens of threat to Kabul hotels
- "US citizens who are at or near the Serena Hotel should leave immediately," the US State Department said, citing "security threats" in the area.
![It comes after the Islamic State group claimed a devastating bomb attack in the northern city of Kunduz on Friday.(AFP) It comes after the Islamic State group claimed a devastating bomb attack in the northern city of Kunduz on Friday.(AFP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/AFGHANISTAN-LIFESTYLE-14_1633928889989_1633928911244.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 10:45 AM IST
AFP |
India making ‘unreasonable, unrealistic demands’: China says after border talks
The meeting between India’s Ladakh Corps Commander and Chinese South Xinjiang military district commander took place on Sunday on the Chinese side of the Moldo-Chushul border meeting point.
![In this file photo, an Indian army convoy moves on the Srinagar-Ladakh highway at Gagangeer, northeast of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Indian and Chinese army commanders met on Sunday to discuss steps to disengage troops from key friction areas along their disputed border to ease a 17-month standoff. (AP) In this file photo, an Indian army convoy moves on the Srinagar-Ladakh highway at Gagangeer, northeast of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Indian and Chinese army commanders met on Sunday to discuss steps to disengage troops from key friction areas along their disputed border to ease a 17-month standoff. (AP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/150x84/8da76ffc-2a4b-11ec-a2ce-f0c64477ba97_1633926543257.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 09:59 AM IST
By Sutirtho Patranobis I Edited by Amit Chanda
Trump adviser Fiona Hill reveals sexist nickname given to her by officials
Fiona Hill rose to prominence in November 2019, while testifying at the Trump impeachment hearings. She warned warned Republicans against promoting the "fictional narrative" that Ukraine, not Russia, meddled in the 2016 US elections.
![Fiona Hill, former senior director for Europe and Russia on the National Security Council, testified before a House Intelligence Committee hearing as part of the impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump.(Reuters File Photo) Fiona Hill, former senior director for Europe and Russia on the National Security Council, testified before a House Intelligence Committee hearing as part of the impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump.(Reuters File Photo)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/Fiona_Hill_testified_against_Donald_Trump_1633916811542_1633916811665.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 07:20 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UK to drop 10-day quarantine for Indians from today: Details here
- A traveller has to take the second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine at least 14 days before arrival in England.
![India had on October 1 imposed mandatory 10-day quarantine for British citizens irrespective of vaccination status in response to the UK quarantine rules for Indians who have received both Covishield doses.(REUTERS) India had on October 1 imposed mandatory 10-day quarantine for British citizens irrespective of vaccination status in response to the UK quarantine rules for Indians who have received both Covishield doses.(REUTERS)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/2MMJZPJFVNKLBPDOJIVYXR4GEU_1628381976581_1633914123489.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 06:56 AM IST
Written by Susmita Pakrasi | Edited by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Taiwanese President's remarks incite confrontation, distorts facts: China
Tsai -- who delivered an address on Taiwan's National Day on Sunday -- promised to defend Taiwan's sovereignty in the face of "unprecedented challenges" brought by China's military coercion.
![Tsai, during her National Day address, also stated that Taipei is no longer seen as the orphan of Asia, but as an Tsai, during her National Day address, also stated that Taipei is no longer seen as the orphan of Asia, but as an](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/148x111/14dc2e9e-eaab-11eb-855a-0a6f96ca763e_1626930822786_1633912556019.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 06:06 AM IST
ANI | , Beijing
US couple arrested for selling nuclear warship information: Justice Department
Jonathan Toebbe, who worked as a nuclear engineer for the US Navy, and his wife Diana -- both in their forties -- were arrested by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents on Saturday and charged with violating the Atomic Energy Act in a criminal complaint, the Justice Department said in a statement.
![The couple in following months transferred multiple SD cards of data to the agent.(Getty Images. Representative image) The couple in following months transferred multiple SD cards of data to the agent.(Getty Images. Representative image)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/8e11f8b6-9aba-11eb-b6da-741abfac58ca_1618141350951_1633910379089.jpg)
Published on Oct 11, 2021 05:30 AM IST
AFP |
Myanmar to launch Covid-19 vaccination program for school children
In an attempt to tackle the spread of Covid-19, nearly 1 million middle and high school students -- who have enrolled for the 2021-2022 academic year -- will be vaccinated, reported Xinhua.
![In Myanmar, nearly 4.11 million people have been fully vaccinated nationwide.(AFP file photo. Representative image) In Myanmar, nearly 4.11 million people have been fully vaccinated nationwide.(AFP file photo. Representative image)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/BRAZIL-HEALTH-VIRUS-VACCINE-0_1631953733207_1633889606825.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 11:43 PM IST
ANI |
Spain to evacuate more Afghan workers, families left behind
- Spain’s Defense Ministry said Sunday that it is working with the foreign ministry on a new evacuation mission, stressing that the country “does not leave anyone behind.”
![Spain's defense minister Maria Margarita Robles Fernandez did not elaborate in order to protect the evacuation mission. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)(AP) Spain's defense minister Maria Margarita Robles Fernandez did not elaborate in order to protect the evacuation mission. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)(AP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/spain_afghan_workers_evacuation_taliban_1633887817825_1633887818201.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 11:15 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Sharangee Dutta, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Covid-19 in United States: Fauci says fine to trick-or-treat this year
Dr. Anthony Fauci told CNN’s “State of the Union” Sunday that it’s an important time of year for children, so “go out there” and “enjoy it.” He added that people wanting to enjoy Halloween on Oct. 31 should consider getting the shots for that “extra degree of protection” if they are not yet vaccinated.
![Top infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci.(AP) Top infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci.(AP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/US_still_in_pandemic_mode_Fauci_Covid-19_‘endgame’_1631266795120_1633887879114.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 11:15 PM IST
AP | , Washington
Iraq’s elderly vote, the young boycott
The streets of Baghdad, adorned with election banners, were deserted, a reflection of the low turnout expected among Iraqis fed up with the country’s political class.
![A senior Iraqi citizen arrives at a polling station in the multi-ethnic northern city of Kirkuk to vote in parliamentary elections on Sunday. (AFP) A senior Iraqi citizen arrives at a polling station in the multi-ethnic northern city of Kirkuk to vote in parliamentary elections on Sunday. (AFP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/150x84/d72748ac-29ea-11ec-b7f8-760cd0963677_1633885078947.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 10:27 PM IST
By Agence France-Presse I Baghdad
US has already lost to China in AI fight, says ex-Pentagon software chief
“We have no competing fighting chance against China in 15 to 20 years. Right now, it’s already a done deal; it is already over in my opinion,” the 37-year-old first chief software office for the US Air Force said.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 06:33 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Poulomi Ghosh
How outdoor activities involving nature improve mood and reduces anxiety
A study revealed that nature-blended activities, including gardening, lasting for 20 to 90 minutes, and continued over the course of eight to 12 weeks, have the most positive result for bettering mood and mitigating anxiety.
![The University of York-led study findings showed that nature-based interventions (NBIs) support people to get involved with ecology in a structured way to enhance mental health.(Shutterstock) The University of York-led study findings showed that nature-based interventions (NBIs) support people to get involved with ecology in a structured way to enhance mental health.(Shutterstock)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/_88dd1f4a-15fe-11e8-a4d7-7f47b8de9439_1633870215296.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 06:23 PM IST
Written by Sharangee Dutta | Edited by Avik Roy, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Malaysia eases travel curbs as 90% adults fully jabbed. Check details
- Even as he announced the lifting of the curbs, Ismail Sabri advised people to continue following Covid-19 protocols such as mask-wearing to keep the virus in check.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 03:46 PM IST
Written by Shubhangi Gupta | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
16 feared dead as plane carrying parachutists crashes in Russia
Of the seven who survived with injuries, at least one person is in a “very serious condition”, health authorities told local media.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 01:59 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Sharmita Kar | Edited by Meenakshi Ray, Moscow
International Day of the Girl Child: History, importance, and how to contribute
International Day of the Girl Child: This year, the UN urges the world to bridge the gender digital divide that exists in diverse skills and jobs – a challenge that society is increasingly facing due to the prevailing coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic.
![International Day of the Girl Child (File Photo / REUTERS) International Day of the Girl Child (File Photo / REUTERS)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/SEAWCSCPSJOI3LYNNR6S6MDYFE_1633854327178_1633854334423.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 07:22 AM IST
Written by Joydeep Bose | Edited by Meenakshi Ray, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Australian PM eyes at fast tracking international travel restart
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has already announced that the ban on international flights will be lifted in November. The country is now looking at ways to expedite the process of home quarantine.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 12:14 PM IST
Bloomberg | , Sydney
US will see a drop in Covid-19 deaths this winter: Anthony Fauci
Fauci, who is the chief medical advisor to the US president, advised people to wear masks during outside gatherings regardless of whether an individual is vaccinated or not since there are communities with a high Covid-19 prevalence.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 12:07 PM IST
ANI |
AQ Khan, father of Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme, dies
AQ Khan breathed his last at about 7.00 AM (local time) at Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) Hospital in Islamabad.
![Defence Minister Pervez Khattak said he was Defence Minister Pervez Khattak said he was](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/pakistan-nuclear-weapons-khan_172decd6-a79d-11e8-8937-8a80aaa2408c_1633844495222.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 11:12 AM IST
PTI | , Islamabad
Tesla allows a sneak peek of its Gigafactory in Germany
In a charm offensive to strengthen support for its plant near Berlin, Tesla has staged a county fair for locals. The huge plant has yet to receive a final permit from authorities on the ground.
![Splendid weather, splendid food, splendid insights — locals were very keen to see what goes on at the Gigafactory (Annegret Hilse / REUTERS) Splendid weather, splendid food, splendid insights — locals were very keen to see what goes on at the Gigafactory (Annegret Hilse / REUTERS)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/59456410_403_1633839075485_1633839097764.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 09:43 AM IST
By Deutsche Welle
Austria's Kurz resigns over corruption allegations to save coalition
- Austria Chancellor Sebastian Kurtz has been under the scanner over corruption allegations levelled by prosecutors. He stepped down after his coalition partner said he was unfit to lead the country.
Published on Oct 10, 2021 09:26 AM IST
Reuters | , Vienna
With little hope for change, Iraq heads to vote in early election
- Elections are set to begin at 7:00am (0400 GMT) and close at 6:00pm today. Iraq's electoral commission is expected to publish the preliminary results within 24 hours of poll closing.
![Workers from Iraq's electoral commission unload voting equipment while security forces stand guard at a polling station in Baghdad, Iraq, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.(AP) Workers from Iraq's electoral commission unload voting equipment while security forces stand guard at a polling station in Baghdad, Iraq, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.(AP)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011131559im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/AP10-07-2021-000097B-0_1633831912559_1633831937676.jpg)
Published on Oct 10, 2021 07:40 AM IST
AFP | , Baghdad