Asia India Indian Railways' first hydrogen-powered train made its maiden journey covering an 89-km route between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana state; the 10 coaches were powered by a 1.200 Kw hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system, the world's most powerful for a train
Africa Zambia Zambia's restructured debt, combined with solid international support, is poised to have a transformative impact on the country's socio-economic landscape, according to Lois Mulube, Acting Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Finance and National Planning
Asia Oman Oman Air has opened a unique exhibition at the Stal Gallery in Muscat, combining state-of-the-art multimedia, engaging displays, and a series of interesting artifacts that bring Oman's illustrious aviation past to life
Africa South Sudan President of Human Rights Council appointed Carlos Castresana Fernández as member of South Sudan Commission
America Venezuela During the CELAC-EU Summit in Brussels, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez advocated for addressing economic inequalities and ending blockades, impacting both Europe and Latin America and calling for mutual cooperation
Africa Mauritius The Mauritius-Seychelles Joint Commission of the Extended Continental Shelf held its 25th meeting to take stock of progress to date on joint management of the continental shelf
Oceania Samoa The newly constructed expansion wing of Faleolo Hospital was officially handed over to the Samoan government by the U.S. government in plans for 2022 to improve health infrastructure in Samo
Europe North Macedonia Birth certificates that include the ethnicity column will not be issued following the temporary measure adopted by the Constitutional Court on July 5 and published on the Official Gazette
Asia South Korea Heavy rainfall has been affecting South Korea since 9 July, causing floods and landslides with casualties and damage; as of 18 July, media reports indicate 49 deaths, with the highest number of 19 people dead in North Chungcheong Province
Asia North Korea A US citizen crossed the Military Demarcation Line into North Korea during a visit to the Joint Security Area on Tuesday 18th July according to the United Nations Command
Africa Seychelles The Seychelles Prison Service has officially opened a dental clinic at the Montagne Posée Prison Center that will cater to both inmates and officers
Asia Tajikistan A temporary ban on cement exports has been imposed to fully meet domestic needs for this construction material
Africa Mauritania A recently completed UNCTAD project has helped Mauritania improve public debt management, leading to the publication of the country's debt statistical bulletin in line with international standards
Africa Rwanda Senators called for expediting the full counting and categorization of people with disabilities to ensure adequate support for their specific needs during a plenary session