World News Live Updates: Protests erupt in Ivory Coast over opposition leader’s election ban
Thousands protested in Abidjan, demanding the reinstatement of main opposition leader Tidjane Thiam on the presidential election list for October. Thiam, former Credit Suisse CEO, was barred due to dual nationality concerns, a decision he vows to fight after renouncing his French citizenship in March.
Protesters, in PDCI party colors, peacefully gathered near the electoral commission, chanting “Corrupt justice.” Senior PDCI officials delivered a letter denouncing the exclusion of Thiam and other opposition figures. Dissent is growing ahead of a ruling party congress where President Alassane Ouattara is expected to announce his controversial bid for a third term.
World News Live Updates: Over 100 killed in Nigeria village gun attack, Amnesty claims
At least 100 people were killed in a gun attack on Yelewata village in Nigeria’s north-central Benue state between late Friday and early Saturday, according to Amnesty International Nigeria.
Dozens are missing, and hundreds were injured, many severely.
Amnesty reported families were “burnt inside their bedrooms,” with numerous bodies charred beyond recognition. While police confirmed the attack, casualty figures remain unconfirmed. Such violence is common in northern Nigeria, often stemming from clashes between local farmers and herders over land and water access. Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has dispatched a delegation to support victims’ families following the devastating incident.
India News Live Updates: ONGC takes control of gas blowout at Assam field
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has taken operational control of Well RDS 147 in its Rudrasagar field in Sivasagar, Assam, to manage a gas blowout detected on Friday. Gas gushes were observed erupting from the well, prompting immediate safety protocols.
An ONGC team led by the Director (Technical & Field Services) is on site, mobilising equipment and fluids. A well control plan is underway, with pumping operations already commenced. Local residents evacuated from nearby areas as a precaution are being assisted by ONGC and district administration.
ONGC, India’s largest crude oil and natural gas company, is working to ensure safety and restore control.
India News Live Updates: Isro conducts first rocket launch test in Uttar Pradesh
In a significant achievement for Uttar Pradesh, Isro successfully conducted its first rocket launching test from the state’s soil. Collaborating with Thrust Tech India Limited, the 15 kg rocket ascended 1.1 km, deploying a small satellite payload that safely parachuted down within 400 meters.
Isro scientist Abhishek Singh confirmed the complete success of the test. This launch marks a prelude to a larger event planned for October-November, where approximately 900 youth-built satellites will be tested. Vinod Kumar, Director of Thrust Tech India, emphasised the event’s aim to spark interest in space technology among Indian youth.
World News Live Updates: Trump earns $57 million from crypto venture, disclosures show
US President Donald Trump generated over $57 million from the sale of World Liberty Financial tokens, a crypto venture he and his sons launched last year. Federal financial disclosure forms, released by the Office of Government Ethics, detail the President’s holdings, revealing $57.4 million from the token sales.
Trump, once critical of cryptocurrency, has now fully embraced the sector since returning to office, making significant investments and appointing crypto advocates to key positions.
The document also showed substantial income from his Mar-a-Lago club ($50M+), golf courses ($139.5M+), and royalties from branded products like watches and perfumes.
India News Live Updates: Tripura rolls out ‘Dharti Aaba’ campaign for tribal welfare
The Tripura Government is launching the Centre’s “Dharti Aaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan,” a 15-day welfare campaign starting nationwide on Sunday, June 15, 2025. This initiative, part of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh honouring tribal hero Birsa Munda, aims to ensure all eligible tribal citizens receive individual entitlements by November 15, 2025.
The campaign will focus on saturating schemes like Ayushman Bharat, PM-KISAN, and Aadhar enrollment through grassroots participation and special camps. West Tripura District Magistrate Vishal Kumar stated the first phase, from June 15-30, will deliver 20-22 services across seven sectors. The scheme also includes infrastructure development for roads, electricity, and water, with additional funding provisions for tribal areas.