Ankara is preparing for the NATO summit on July 7-8, but these preparations are overshadowed by mass arrests of 225 people, including human rights and environmental activists, and journalists. Turkish prosecutors justify the crackdown by citing terrorism investigations, drawing strong criticism from human rights organizations like Human Rights Watch.
Ankara is preparing for the NATO summit on July 7-8, but preparations are overshadowed by the arrest of 225 people, including activists and journalists, amid terrorism allegations. Rights groups criticize the crackdown as 'deepening repression' ahead of the high-profile meeting.
Bengaluru Police have issued a public advisory for responsible celebrations ahead of the IPL 2026 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, banning public gatherings, unapproved LED screens, firecrackers, and other hazardous activities to ensure safety and order.
Pune's civic body has banned public gatherings for 14 days from May 26 to curb rising fuel expenses. The Pune Municipal Corporation is also implementing fuel-saving measures for municipal vehicles, urging officials to use public transport and carpooling.
The WHO has elevated the public health risk of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to "very high" nationally due to a rapidly spreading outbreak. The virus, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, has led to nearly 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths.
