The World Health Organization’s Africa director on Friday warned against underestimating the risk posed by the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighbouring Uganda, saying even a single case could trigger wider transmission beyond the affected countries, Reuters reported.Speaking to Reuters in Geneva, Mohamed Yakub Janabi said it would be “a…
Venezuela has emerged as India’s third-largest crude oil supplier so far in May, overtaking Saudi Arabia and the United States, as Indian refiners increased purchases of cheaper heavy crude amid disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict.The South American nation supplied around 417,000 barrels per day (bpd) to India this month, sharply higher than…
Astrologically speaking, June 2026 is already looking to be one of the biggest months of 2026 with a series of major planetary movements that are set to affect relationships, career choices, money, communication and your personal growth. Astrologers say the month could bring new opportunities but also get people thinking about where they’re headed in…
Cuttack: Admitting an appeal challenging the environmental clearance granted to Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited (NINL) for expansion of its steel plant at Kalinganagar in Odisha’s Jajpur district, National Green Tribunal’s East Zone Bench issued notices to multiple authorities on May 19.The bench, comprising judicial member Justice Sheo Kumar Singh and expert member Ishwar Singh, fixed…
NEW DELHI: Fresh American intelligence assessments suggesting that Iran has resumed parts of its military production network far sooner than expected have reignited concerns over Tehran’s ability to rapidly regenerate its arsenal despite recent US-Israeli strikes.According to a CNN report citing multiple US intelligence sources, Iran has already restarted elements of its drone production during…
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched a $10 billion fund facility to support member countries affected by the economic fallout of the ongoing Middle East conflict, PTI reported. India is the second-largest shareholder in the China-led multilateral lender after China.The Beijing-headquartered bank said the newly launched Energy, Food Security and Economic Resilience Facility…
Aries Those in the sports arena may find the sole purpose to be enhancing fitness level. Academically you will do well to interact more with individuals who matter. Things move forward favourably and you remain on top on the professional front. Some may anticipate a payrise. The home front seems the most tempting for a…
Bhubaneswar: City police on Thursday arrested six college students for allegedly kidnapping a Plus II student on Wednesday night to settle an old financial dispute. The victim was rescued unharmed the same night.According to police, the 17-year-old was riding with a friend on a scooter to his father’s shop in Ghatikia area under Bharatpur police…
As rents surge across Indian cities, disputes between tenants and landlords over sudden rent hikes, eviction threats and security deposits are becoming increasingly common.For many renters, the biggest concern is whether a landlord can legally increase rent without prior notice during an active tenancy agreement.What is the New Rent Law 2025? The New Rent Law…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday announced a record dividend payout of Rs 2.87 lakh crore to the government for FY26, providing additional fiscal space amid evolving global and geopolitical challenges, PTI reported. The decision on the surplus transfer was taken at the 623rd meeting of the RBI Central Board of Directors chaired…
