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New Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in Congo’s Ituri Province 65 Deaths Reported

May 16, 2026

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On 15 May 2026, health officials confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention announced the outbreak. Laboratory tests found the Ebola virus in 13 out of 20 samples. As of 15 May, there were 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. The outbreak is in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones. The virus strain is non-Zaire ebolavirus, and further testing is ongoing. An emergency meeting was held with health authorities from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.

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India Wholesale Inflation Hits 8.3 Percent, Highest Level in 42 Months

May 16, 2026

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India recorded a sharp increase in wholesale inflation in April 2026. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) rose to 8.3%, the highest level in nearly three and a half years. The rise was mainly caused by higher fuel prices, rising crude oil costs, and tensions in West Asia. The increase may affect industries, transport costs, consumers, and future monetary policy decisions.

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India and UAE Sign Strategic Petroleum and LPG Supply Agreements

May 16, 2026

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India and the United Arab Emirates signed major energy agreements on 15 May 2026 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi. The agreements focus on strategic petroleum reserves and increased liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies to India. The partnership aims to strengthen India’s energy security and ensure stable fuel supply during global market disruptions.

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Maize Becomes India Top Ethanol Feedstock in Major Clean Energy Shift

May 15, 2026

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India is witnessing a major change in its ethanol programme as maize has become the largest ethanol feedstock for the first time. During the first half of Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26, ethanol supplies crossed 515 crore litres. The shift is important for clean energy, fuel blending, and agricultural sustainability in India.

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Chief Justice of India Forms Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee

May 15, 2026

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The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, formed the Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee on 12–13 May 2026. The committee will prepare a national roadmap for improving court infrastructure across the country. It will focus on court buildings, digital systems, computerisation, and better facilities for judges, lawyers, litigants, and court staff.

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