Health authorities are racing against time in the Democratic Republic of Congo as Ebola infections continue to spread faster than containment efforts. Medical teams are struggling to control new cases, raising concerns over potential regional transmission risks.

In response, several countries are tightening monitoring measures, including quarantine protocols and travel precautions, as fears grow of a wider outbreak across borders.

DR Congo In Race Against Time to Contain Infections, Thailand Mandates 21-day Ebola Quarantine

Rescue teams in Laos are racing against time to save seven people trapped inside a flooded cave in the country’s central xaisomboun province. The group reportedly entered the cave in search of gold before heavy rains triggered flash flooding and sealed the exit.

Laos Cave Flooding: Gold Hunt Turns To Disaster

The Supreme Court of Nepal has issued an interim order barring the arrest of former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife Arzu Rana Deuba.
The decision effectively nullified an arrest warrant issued earlier by the Kathmandu District Court in connection with a money laundering investigation.

Nepal Supreme Court Quashes Warrant Against Sher Bahadur Deuba 

India is witnessing scorching heatwaves in the north and central regions, while thunderstorms, hailstorms and heavy rainfall lash several other parts of the country. Watch the full video to know more on this!

India Weather: IMD Issues Red Alert For Heatwave Across Several Indian States

S. Jaishankar described the recent QUAD foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi as “substantive,” highlighting the depth of discussions among member nations. The talks involved representatives from India, the United States, Japan, and Australia focusing on Indo-Pacific security and regional cooperation.

QUAD Meeting: EAM Jaishankar Highlights Key Outcomes, Says 'QUAD Meeting Was Substantive’

When inflation spikes, comparisons to the 1970s are never far away. The similarities are striking, but so are the differences. In this next report, we dive into  details and decode the LinkedIn influencer crowd, offering up a harbinger of doom. Watch the full video to know more on this. 

Is Inflation Returning To 1970s Levels? Global Economy Faces Fresh Fears 

The global mining sector is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by a rapid push toward full automation, within the next four years, experts predict that up to half of the Australian industry's operations could be entirely automated.

Mining Industry Enters New Era With Automation And Smart Technology

 CNG prices were hiked in Delhi by 2 rupees per kilogram on Tuesday, marking the fourth increase in two weeks. The latest hike comes a day after other fuel prices across India were increased.

Fuel Prices Today: How Much Petrol & Diesel Cost In Your City 

Taiwan's stock market has overtaken India to become the world's fifth-largest. The island's total market capitalisation has crossed that of India's.
The Taiwan stock exchange has surged sharply in recent months. The rally has been driven by the global boom in artificial intelligence.

India Slips In Global Market Rankings As Taiwan Stocks Rally Sharply 

Oil prices near 100 dollars a barrel are raising fresh fears of another inflation surge.
History shows that when inflation crosses the 3.8% mark, Markets often face sharp corrections.
Our next report shows you how soaring oil prices could impact inflation and global markets.

Rising Oil Prices Fuel Global Inflation Surge, Economies Under Pressure 

Dating in America is becoming significantly expensive. According to BMO 2026 real financial progress index, the average all-in cost of a date has climbed to 189 dollars this year, up 12.5 percent from 2025.

Date-Flation’ Hits America: How Inflation Is Killing Date Nights Explained

A security scare unfolded at a shopping mall in Tokyo, Japan, after a man reportedly sprayed a mysterious substance inside the premises. The incident triggered panic among visitors and prompted a swift response from mall security and local authorities.

Investigations are underway to determine the nature of the substance and the motive behind the act, as officials continue to assess the situation and ensure public safety.

A Man Sprays Mysterious Substance in Tokyo's Mall

Amid speculation that an agreement between U.S. and Iran is imminent, Tehran warned that its finger is on the trigger. Similarly, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran of an escalation yet again if it doesn't agree for a deal. Amid this, an Iranian delegation arrived in Qatar for talks as part of the diplomatic process to end the war.

Iran Ready For War With U.S. If Talks Fail

The United States is reportedly pushing for broader regional alignment through the Abraham Accords framework, with suggestions that Pakistan could be encouraged to join future agreements. However, questions remain over whether Pakistan’s military leadership, including General Asim Munir, would agree to such a move given current geopolitical realities and domestic considerations.

Trump Wants Pakistan To Join Abraham Accord, But Will Munir Agree?

#Gravitas From modifying deadly pathogens to spreading them in crowded public spaces, scientists warn that some AI chatbots are capable of guiding users through the steps of carrying out a biological attack, risking the lives of millions across the globe.


AI Tells Scientists How to Make Biological Weapons

As per reports, many tech firms are incurring a huge cost on AI infrastructure. This challenges the growing belief that layoffs combined with AI adoption automatically improves profitability. This comes even as top companies such as Oracle, Amazon and Meta have announced massive layoffs in 2026.


Tech Giants Opt for Massive Layoffs Amid Growing AI Cost Crisis

#Gravitas A new global study has found that nearly 1.2 billion people worldwide were living with mental disorders in 2023. That marks a 95.5% increase since 1990.  Researchers found the sharpest rise in anxiety and depression, which also emerged as the most common mental health conditions globally.  


1.2 Billion People Are Struggling From Mental Disorder

Ajith Kumar, Nandamuri Balakrishna, and Shekhar Kapur are some of the notable names from the entertainment industry who received the Padma Bhushan from President Droupadi Murmu on Monday evening in New Delhi. Meanwhile singers Arijit Singh, Jaspinder Narula and actress Mamata Shankar received the Padma Shri for their contribution in the field of arts. 

President Droupadi Murmu Honours Cinema Legends and Unsung Heroes at Padma Awards 2026

The deadly Quetta railway station bomb attack has pushed the death toll to 47, exposing the catastrophic failure of the Pakistani military apparatus. While General Asim Munir downplayed the protests as a minor threat, coordinated strikes by Balochistan Liberation Army are tearing the region apart. Watch how systemic deprivation and controversial CPEC projects have pushed Balochistan into total revolt.

How Pakistan Completely Lost Its Grip on Balochistan, Munir Faces Internal Fury

At least 24 people have been killed in a suicide bomb attack that targeted a train carrying military personnel in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. The blast caused multiple train coaches to derail and catch fire, leaving dozens injured and several in critical condition. Emergency teams rushed to the site as authorities launched an investigation into the deadly attack.

Quetta Train Explosion: Baloch Crisis Deepens After Deadly Blast

Fuel prices across India have surged sharply, with petrol touching its highest level since 2022 after oil marketing companies announced the fourth price hike in just 10 days. The latest increase has pushed petrol up by nearly ₹7.5 per litre, adding fresh pressure on households and transport costs. The repeated hikes are raising concerns that inflationary stress could spread beyond fuel, impacting food prices, logistics, and everyday essentials across the country.

West Asia War Crisis: How Much Foes Fuel Cost In your City? 

Donald Trump has lowered expectations of a quick breakthrough with Iran, saying US negotiators have been told “not to rush” into a deal. Trump insisted time remains on Washington’s side and confirmed the Hormuz blockade would continue until a final agreement is signed. The remarks come amid rising tensions over missile imagery, criticism from political opponents, and renewed Iranian claims that Tehran is not seeking nuclear weapons.

Trump Pushes For Abraham Accords: New Dimensions To Iran Talks

Tamil Nadu’s political landscape has been shaken after three MLAs resigned from their party and reportedly joined the ruling TVK led by Chief Minister Vijay. The sudden defections have triggered allegations of “horse trading” and intensified political tensions in the state.

Opposition parties have accused the ruling establishment of engineering the switch, while the developments have sparked a fresh debate over party loyalty and electoral ethics in Tamil Nadu politics. The situation continues to evolve as both sides trade sharp accusations over the high-profile political shift.

Tamil Nadu: Three MLA's Quit, Jump Ship To Ruling TVK 

Turkish riot police ​fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on ‌Sunday, fuelling a crisis at the heart of Turkey's democracy.
Clouds of tear gas billowed within the Republican People's Party (CHP) building while those inside shouted and threw objects at the entrance as police broke through a makeshift barricade. There were no reports of injuries during the intervention.

Turkey Protests: Police Force Ousted Opp'n Out Of Headquarters As Crisis Deepens

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