Your Daily 5 Current Affairs Compass

1. US Imposes Tariffs on Indian Goods: The US has imposed a 50% tariff on most Indian goods, a move that signals a significant breakdown in trade relations. This action, reportedly taken by the Trump administration, has led to a sharp decline in the Indian stock market, with major indices like the Sensex and Nifty falling.

2. Indian Navy Commissions New Stealth Frigates: The Indian Navy has commissioned two new warships, the INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri. These multi-mission stealth frigates, part of Project 17A, were built in India and are seen as a boost to the country's national security and self-reliance in warship construction.

3. Human Case of "New World Screwworm" Reported in the US: The Department of Health and Human Services has reported the first human case of the flesh-eating parasite known as the "New World screwworm" in the United States. The parasitic fly is typically found in South America and the Caribbean, making this a notable public health concern.

4. Delhi High Court Orders Blocking of Sci-Hub: The Delhi High Court has ordered Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block access to online "shadow libraries" like Sci-Hub, Sci-Net, and their mirror domains. The ruling comes in a copyright infringement case filed by global publishers, sparking a renewed debate about access to academic research.

5. Protests in Israel Call for Ceasefire: Nationwide protests are continuing in Israel, with over 350,000 people gathering in Tel Aviv to demand that the government accept a ceasefire deal to end the conflict in Gaza and secure the return of hostages. Similar large-scale demonstrations were also held in Jerusalem.

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