June 1, 2026 10:00 AM

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Africa CDC welcomes India’s emergency medical aid for Ebola response

Health agency of African Union, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has welcomed the emergency diagnostics, therapeutics and medical supplies provided by the Government of India to support the ongoing Ebola Response.   The supplies were delivered through Africa CDC’s Eastern...

June 1, 2026 8:23 AM

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Global crude oil prices rise over 2% amid Israel-Lebanon tensions

Global crude oil prices rose more than two percent in early trading today after Israel ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant ​group, despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago.   US crude futures rose 2.37 US Dollar or ‌2.71 p...

July 1, 2026 9:02 AM

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PM Modi holds telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian yesterday. During the talks, President Pezeshkian briefed Mr Modi on the recent developments in West Asia and the way forward.   The Prime Minister welcomed the understanding reached and reite...

June 1, 2026 7:27 AM

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Polls close in Colombia presidential election amid political tension

Polls have closed in Colombia’s presidential election. The vote comes after months of political tension, including disputes between left-wing President Gustavo Petro and US President Donald Trump over drug trafficking and foreign influence in the region.   Colombia’s constitution prevents Petro from...