A mid-decade partisan redistricting battle, initiated by President Trump and amplified by a Supreme Court decision weakening the Voting Rights Act, has significantly impacted majority-Black and plurality-Black congressional districts in six Republican-led states, diluting Black voting power.
Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv overnight, killing at least one person and wounding 16. The barrage involved 41 missiles of various types, damaging residential buildings, warehouses, a supermarket, and a dormitory across several districts.
China has significantly tightened regulations on civilian drone use nationwide, particularly in major cities, reportedly due to security concerns amplified by Ukraine's drone attacks. The new rules disrupt commercial and industrial drone applications, complicating the country's growing low-altitude economy.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta requested Rs 100 crore from the central government for the first phase of the PM-UDAY scheme, which aims to grant property rights to residents of 1,511 unauthorized colonies in Delhi. The funds will support land surveys, establishment of dedicated cells, and awareness campaigns.
Several DeSoto County residents, including Supervisor Robert Foster, have filed a federal lawsuit challenging new state legislation creating majority-Black subdistricts for judicial elections. They argue this violates the Voting Rights Act by denying voters the right to choose judges based on race.
Kyiv experienced its third major Russian missile assault in under a week, causing fires in two districts. This escalation coincides with NATO's summit, where Ukraine seeks increased air defense aid and discusses potential membership.
Kyiv experienced a large-scale Russian missile attack, the third in under a week, causing fires in two districts. The strikes coincide with NATO's summit in Ankara, where Ukraine's President Zelenskyy is urging increased air defense aid and discussing new defense agreements.
The Indian government is monitoring 262 districts for rainfall deficiency and El Nino impacts, adding 15 more vulnerable districts. Sowing is slow due to uneven rain, but forecasts for Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan may accelerate planting. Contingency plans are in place.
Russia attacked Kyiv with missiles and drones early Monday, causing fires and damage. The assault precedes a NATO summit in Ankara where the war in Ukraine will be a key topic. This follows a deadly Russian strike last Thursday.
Kyiv experienced its worst Russian attack in over four years, with 21 killed and dozens injured. Russia launched nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles, hitting residential buildings and infrastructure. President Zelenskyy urged allies for more air defense, stating Ukraine fights alone.
Kyiv suffered a massive Russian drone and missile attack overnight, resulting in at least 20 deaths and dozens of injuries. Residential buildings and a hotel were hit, with emergency services reporting 86 injured. Ukraine's foreign minister condemned the strikes as immoral retaliation, while Kyiv's mayor declared Friday a day of mourning.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting 327 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions. A civilian was killed and four injured in the Nizhny Novgorod Region, with damage to homes and an industrial facility. Another civilian died in the Belgorod Region.
Kyiv suffered a massive overnight drone and missile attack from Russia, resulting in at least 13 deaths and 86 injuries. Residential buildings and a hotel were hit, with emergency services reporting collapsed floors in an apartment block. The strikes follow recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries.
Heavy rains caused flash floods in J&K's Doda district, blocking roads and severing village connectivity. Authorities suspended pilgrimages to Machhail Mata and Mindhal Mata shrines in Kishtwar district for pilgrim safety. Administrations issued advisories, urging residents to avoid travel and media to verify weather information.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released admit cards for the SI Cadre Preliminary Examination 2026. The exam is scheduled for July 12, 2026, with 63,342 candidates competing for 341 vacancies.
Power has been restored to most of Sevastopol following temporary restrictions due to drone attacks, though some districts remain without electricity. Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev advised caution when resuming appliance use and expects full restoration within hours. Nearly 70 Ukrainian drones were reportedly shot down overnight.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak has ordered the development of a mechanism to ensure prompt fuel supplies to agricultural producers and farmers, especially during the harvesting campaign. The move aims to stabilize the fuel market and improve supply efficiency amidst a surge in demand, partly attributed to panic buying.
Telangana faces a 17% rainfall deficit, with 17 of 33 districts reporting deficient rainfall, raising concerns for kharif sowing in rain-fed areas. Siddipet and Hanumakonda are worst-hit, while the Centre flags India's districts vulnerable to agricultural disruptions.
Paris is significantly expanding its district cooling network, Fraîcheur de Paris, to combat intensifying heatwaves and the urban heat island effect. The system uses chilled water from the Seine to cool thousands of buildings, aiming to triple its size by 2042 and offer a more energy-efficient alternative to individual air conditioning units.
Nashville officials discovered that approximately 70% of the waste collected from downtown public trash cans is liquid, primarily from discarded drinks and melted ice. This issue causes sanitation trucks to overflow, contaminates recyclables, and makes waste collection difficult. A potential solution involves adding drainage holes to trash cans.
The European Union has lifted its negative travel advisory for Assam, excluding three districts under AFSPA. This follows a visit by EU diplomats and is seen as a vote of confidence, encouraging deeper engagement. Efforts are underway to persuade the US and Canada to lift similar restrictions.
London councils impose strict 11pm/midnight curfews on new bars and restaurants, "killing off nightlife" according to experts. Cities like Manchester and Birmingham thrive with more lenient licensing, allowing venues to open until 5am.
Hong Kong issued its second black rainstorm warning of the year on Thursday, causing flight disruptions, suspending afternoon classes, and leading to flooding in the northern New Territories. The warning signifies extremely heavy rainfall, exceeding 70mm per hour.
Hong Kong issued its first black rainstorm warning of the day at 12:55 PM on Thursday, prompting the suspension of afternoon classes. The Hong Kong Observatory warned of flooding risks as very heavy rain exceeded 70 mm per hour.
