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World News Live Updates: US CDC raises Ebola travel alert for Uganda

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised its Travel Health Notice for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in Uganda from Level 1 to Level 2, urging travellers to practise enhanced precautions.

According to the US Department of State Consular Affairs, Uganda has shut its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and imposed restrictions on mass gatherings in Kampala and high-risk districts near the border following the outbreak.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said previous Ebola outbreaks in the region unfolded amid armed conflict and displacement, calling them among the most complex epidemics in history.

World News Live Updates: Latvia parliament approves new centre-right government

Latvia’s parliament on Thursday voted in a new centre-right government weeks after the collapse of the previous coalition amid a dispute linked to stray Ukrainian drones.

Lawmakers approved 47-year-old centrist Andris Kulbergs as prime minister by a margin of 66 votes in the 100-seat parliament.

Kulbergs is expected to lead the Baltic nation until parliamentary elections scheduled for October 3.

India News Live Updates: 131 cattle seized ahead of Bakri Eid in Maharashtra, 8 held

Police in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar seized 131 cattle ahead of Bakri Eid and detained eight people during a combing operation in the Jinsi area, officials said on Thursday.

Police Commissioner Pravin Pawar said around 250 police personnel were deployed after authorities received information about animals being kept illegally. The cattle were later examined by veterinarians and shifted to a cow shelter with civic body assistance.

Officials said prior meetings had been held with peace committees, warning against the slaughter of prohibited animals during Bakri Eid rituals. Police added that action under MCOCA could also be considered after verification of criminal records.

World News Live: US jobless claims rise slightly amid Iran war uncertainty

More Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, though layoffs in the United States remain relatively low despite economic uncertainty linked to the Iran war.

The US labor department said jobless claims rose to 215,000 from 210,000 the previous week, while the four-week moving average increased to 209,000. Economists continue to view the figures as historically low.

Hiring, however, remains weak, with employers adding an average of 76,000 jobs a month so far this year. Rising energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict have also clouded the economic outlook, with US gasoline prices surging to an average of $4.43 per gallon after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World News Live Updates: EU fines Temu €200 million over illegal products concerns

The European Union has fined Temu 200 million euros ($232 million) after regulators found the Chinese e-commerce platform failed to adequately protect consumers from illegal and unsafe products sold online.

The penalty was imposed under the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), which requires major online platforms to tackle harmful content and unsafe goods. The European Commission said Temu failed to properly identify and assess risks linked to products such as baby toys and small electronics sold on its platform.

EU official Henna Virkkunen said Temu’s risk assessment lacked evidence and transparency. The company has until the end of August to submit an action plan or face additional fines.

World News Live Updates: Italy issues first red heatwave alert of the year

Italy’s health ministry on Thursday issued a red heatwave alert for the cities of Bologna, Florence, Rome and Turin as an unseasonal heatwave swept across parts of Europe.

The red alert, Italy’s first this year, warns of “possible negative effects on the health of healthy, active people” and advises residents to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun amid soaring temperatures.

India News Live Updates: Five injured after amusement park ride collapses in Kerala

At least five people were injured after an amusement park ride collapsed under the limits of Venjaramoodu on Thursday, police said.

Officials said the ride malfunctioned while it was operating, leading to the collapse. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals and their condition is stated to be stable.

Police said an investigation has been launched into the incident, while further details are awaited.

World News Live Updates: Three injured in stabbing attack at Swiss train station

A man stabbed and wounded three people at the train station in the Swiss city of Winterthur on Thursday before being arrested, police said.

Zurich regional police said the attack took place shortly after 8:30 am local time. The suspect, identified as a 31-year-old Swiss man, was taken into custody and authorities said his motive remains under investigation.

The incident triggered a major police operation in Winterthur, located near Zurich. Local media had earlier reported that at least one person was stabbed at the city’s train station.

Siddaramaiah arrives at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru ahead of stepping down as Karnataka Chief Minister today

TMC leader Dr Santanu Sen resigns from his post of party's national spokesperson

His resignation, addressed to party president Mamata Banerjee, reads, "...Even though I did not agree with views during various difficult times, I have fought publicly for the party in the media on many controversial issues, for which the common people have often spoken highly of me. But in the current situation, when the people of Bengal have rejected us for various immoral acts and corruption, including the RG Kar case, the Abhaya case, and cash for job corruption, my mind no longer agrees to support them as a spokesperson in any way. Therefore, I want to resign from the post of All India Spokesperson of the Trinamool Congress, taking the verdict of the people into consideration. Please accept and honour my resignation."

World News Live Updates: 16 students killed in overnight fire at girls’ school in Kenya

At least 16 students died and 79 others were injured after a fire broke out overnight at a girls’ boarding school in central Kenya, officials said.

Education minister Julius Ogamba said the blaze started in the dormitories of Utumishi Girls School in the Gilgil area. The school houses more than 800 students.

Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the fire.

School fires have been reported frequently in Kenyan boarding schools in recent years, with some linked to arson and electrical faults.

Noted Urdu poet Bashir Badr passes away in Bhopal after prolonged illness

TDP passes a resolution demanding Bharat Ratna for former CM and legendary actor NT Rama Rao

VNP Venkataraman, former AIADMK MLA from Alandur constituency, joined DMK

Massive fire breaks out in Chanderkote village's forest area in Ramban district

Twisha Sharma death case: CBI team reaches ex-judge Giribala Singh's residence in Bhopal after cancellation of her anticipatory bail

Sardar Kewal Singh Dhillon appointed as the President of BJP Punjab state

'DK Shivakumar will be the new CM of Karnataka', confirms Karnataka Minister HK Patil

Abhishek Debroy appointed as Tripura BJP President.

'CBSE has begun the revaluation process for the Class 12 examinations': Union Education Minister

Fire breaks out in empty coaches of Jaynagar–Udhna Antyodaya Express at Bihar’s Madhubani station

BJP appoints Harsh Malhotra as the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Delhi unit

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah informs his ministers, at breakfast meeting, about his decision to step down

DU issues exam update for students who missed May 28 exam due to Eid-ul-Zuha

"Students unable to appear in the exam on 28 May 2026 due to Eid-ul-Zuha will have the option to sit for it after 4 July 2026. Eligible students must email their Principal / Head of Department to avail this option," University of Delhi wrote in an X post.

India sends emergency medical supplies to Congo amid Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak

Africa CDC welcomed the assistance, including diagnostics, therapeutics, infection prevention materials and case management support, and thanks India for its continued commitment to health security across Africa.

Africa CDC, in an X post, wrote, "Africa CDC welcomes the arrival of emergency pharmaceutical supplies generously donated by the Government and people of India to support the ongoing response to the Bundibugyo #EbolaOutbreak in the DRC."

UPSC releases Civil Services Prelims 2026 provisional answer key for first time

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has for the first time released the Provisional Answer Key for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026.

In a statement, the Commission said that the candidates who appeared for the examination can submit representations through the Online Question Paper Representation Portal available at upsconline.nic.in till 6 PM on 31st May.

The candidates have to submit representations along with brief explanations and supporting documents from three authentic sources. It added that all representations received will be examined by teams of subject experts for comprehensive review before finalising the answer key.

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar arrives at CM Siddaramaiah's residence for breakfast meeting

Kuwait reports missile and drone attack as fragile Iran war ceasefire faces fresh challenge

Kuwait says it faces a missile and drone attack as shaky ceasefire in Iran war again challenged, reported AP.

President Murmu extends greetings on the occasion of Eid ul-Zuha

Sikkim declared fully literate state under ULLAS initiative

Sikkim has been declared a fully literate state under the ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative. The announcement was made in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu during the convocation ceremony of Sikkim University at Manan Kendra in Gangtok on Wednesday.

Union home minister Amit Shah directs demolition of all illegal structures within 15 km of international border

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed authorities to strictly implement a “zero tolerance” policy against illegal constructions within 15 km of the country’s borders and ordered the demolition of all such structures built over the years.

Chairing a security review meeting in Bikaner, Shah reviewed security issues related to Rajasthan’s border districts along the India-Pakistan border.

PM Modi extends greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Adha

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls 'breakfast meeting' of party leaders at his Bengaluru residence

Cordon and search operation by Indian Army, J&K Police and CRPF in Rajouri’s Manjakote sector enters sixth day

The operation was launched following intelligence inputs about the presence of suspected terrorists hiding in area.

Banned militant organisation KCP leader Haobijam Dilip Singh arrested in Delhi

His arrest followed a joint operation conducted by the Delhi Police Special Cell, the Manipur Police, and central intelligence agencies. "A major cache of arms and ammunition was recovered following his interrogation. More than 12 cases under the UAPA (Unlawful Activities Prevention Act) are registered against him," ANI reported.

NTA releases admit cards for re-scheduled CUET (UG) 2026 exam to be held on May 31

In an X post, National Testing Agency (NTA) informed that candidates can now download their updated Admit Card from the official website: https://cuet.nta.nic.in

Devotees offer prayers at Delhi's Fatehpuri Masjid on Eid al-Adha (Bakrid)

US imposes sanctions on Iranian body linked to Strait of Hormuz shipping control

The Trump administration on Wednesday imposed fresh sanctions on Iran as part of its wider economic pressure campaign during the ongoing conflict, this time targeting a newly created Iranian agency accused of attempting to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Bolivia at 'breaking point', president warns protesters

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday warned that the country was approaching a “breaking point” amid nearly a month of protests that have triggered shortages of food, fuel and essential medicines.

The US-backed leader, who took office six months ago during Bolivia’s worst economic crisis in four decades, is facing growing unrest over his centre-right policies. The capital La Paz has been heavily disrupted by demonstrations led by low-income workers and members of the country’s Indigenous majority, many demanding his resignation.

“The country needs order, and is reaching breaking point,” the 58-year-old president said at a public event in La Paz, while renewing his call for dialogue.

Five killed in armed attack on locals in Pakistan’s Harnai district

At least five people were killed and three others injured when unidentified armed men opened fire on locals in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, police said. The attackers had reportedly set up a checkpoint in the Shahrag area of Harnai district and were verifying identity cards when a dispute broke out, leading to the shooting. Four victims died on the spot, while another succumbed while being shifted to Quetta for treatment. The injured are undergoing medical care.

Amazon greenlights AI-generated shows for children

Amazon MGM Studios announced Wednesday it has greenlit the first three children's shows that were created under a new initiative to use artificial intelligence (AI) in content development.

The GenAI Creators Fund pays filmmakers, digital creators and startups to use AI to develop their projects in a short time frame.

"Punky Duck" series director Jorge Gutierrez said he is used to spending two years making a pilot, but his new show was greenlit to run on Amazon after just two months.

"The best way I can describe it is, it's like you have sex and then someone hands you the baby," Gutierrez said at the annual AI on the Lot Conference, where the first images of the approved animated series were shown. "It's pretty crazy."

West Coast chemical emergencies raise questions about safety of massive industrial tanks

There were two major hazardous chemical emergencies on the West Coast. A large tank containing a corrosive chemical at a Longview, Washington, paper mill ruptured on Tuesday, killing two and possibly nine others. And late last week, about 50,000 people were evacuated in Southern California after a chemical tank overheated and threatened the area with a catastrophic explosion. Authorities mitigated that risk, and people have been able to return home.

The incidents have raised questions about who is responsible for regulating companies that handle dangerous materials. An Associated Press review has found that officials at the local, state and federal levels all play a part in keeping these facilities safe.

Trump administration tells prosecutors to stand down on Venezuela leader, AP sources say

The Trump administration has quietly instructed federal prosecutors in Miami to avoid pursuing criminal investigations into Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez, a longtime target of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, according to current and former U.S. law enforcement officials, in the latest sign of warming relations between the White House and the oil-rich nation.

It’s unclear whether prosecutors had implicated Rodríguez in any crimes or whether investigators were moving toward an indictment. A Justice Department spokesperson said in an email “there was never an investigation into her to shut down.”