Japan Credit Rating Agency upgrades India’s sovereign rating to A- citing strong growth

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DRC Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,000 deaths in worst epidemic in nation's history

The Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded over 6,100 Ebola cases and more than 3,000 deaths, marking the country's deadliest Ebola outbreak on record. Containment efforts are being hampered by poor surveillance infrastructure and ongoing insecurity in affected regions. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which no approved vaccine currently exists, though candidates are under development. Schools have resumed operations despite concerns over possible transmission in classroom settings. The United Kingdom has committed more than £50 million to help support efforts to bring the epidemic under control.

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Big economic boost: Japan upgrades India's sovereign rating to A- amid strong growth