Note: The first snippet in yesterday's quiz had stated that West Bengal goes to polls on the 28th, yesterday, that was incorrect. WB goes to polls today. The error did not impact the blank and is regretted.

The has withdrawn from OPEC and the wider OPEC+ framework. Originally founded in 1960, the organisation has gone from 13 members to 12 with this exit. OPEC countries collectively control enough of global oil output to influence both supply and price. Qatar made a similar exit in 2019.

Nearly 80 hippos in Colombia, all descendants of Pablo Escobar's private zoo, are on the culling list. Considered an invasive species, the animals compete with local fauna for resources. has now offered to relocate them to his conservation centre and save them from being put down.

The US FDA has fast-tracked the review of therapies for treatment-resistant depression, following an executive order from Donald Trump. A psychedelic that can alter perception, mood and cognition, it has shown enough promise for some researchers to call it a genuine hope for treating anxiety, depression and PTSD.

The Indian government says it is in talks with Anthropic over cybersecurity concerns around a new AI called . Described by its creators as too dangerous for public release, it has been offered to a select group of tech and financial companies globally. No Indian organisation is on that list.

India's transport ministry has issued a draft notification to introduce higher blends such as E85 and E100 in the country, citing reduced dependence on imported petroleum. Auto manufacturers and experts have flagged concerns over vehicle upgrades, mileage loss, and farmland being diverted from food production to meet supply targets.