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October 3, 2024 12:25 PM October 3, 2024 12:25 PM
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In Sri Lanka, a potential political alliance between two opposition parties has collapsed after the final round of discussions concluded yesterday. Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) had been in talks about forming a coalition for the upcoming general election in Novemb...
October 3, 2024 11:36 AM October 3, 2024 11:36 AM
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep appreciation for India and other countries contributing troops to the peacekeeping operation in Lebanon, where they face dangers from a growing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. At an emergency meeting of the Security Council ...
October 3, 2024 8:23 AM October 3, 2024 8:23 AM
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In Nepal, the death toll from recent floods and landslides so far has reached 233, while 22 others are still missing. At least 169 people were injured in the disaster. According to Home Ministry spokesperson Rishiram Tiwari, 17,120 people have been rescued so far from flood- and landslide-affected a...
October 3, 2024 8:20 AM October 3, 2024 8:20 AM
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In the USA, the death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to 183. Hundreds are still missing as a result of the storm across Southeastern states. In North Carolina, at least 90 people are known to have died. As power connections are being restored, 1.3 million people are still without power from Fl...
October 3, 2024 7:33 AM October 3, 2024 7:33 AM
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An IMF delegation met with Sri Lankan officials to review the progress of the ongoing IMF programme. Both parties assessed the achievements so far and discussed the next steps, including measures required for the release of the fourth tranche of the 2.9 billion dollar financing package. The IMF dele...
October 3, 2024 8:14 AM October 3, 2024 8:14 AM
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Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has confirmed that some of its air bases were hit during Iran's missile attack on the country. However, the military emphasised that no significant damage was sustained, and the Israeli Air Force's operations remain unaffected. According to IDF reports, the missile...
October 3, 2024 7:22 AM October 3, 2024 7:22 AM
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India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat to congratulate him on his recent election victory. During the meeting, High Commissioner Jha emphasised the long-standing friendship and close...
October 3, 2024 7:16 AM October 3, 2024 7:16 AM
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Global air travel is facing significant disruptions as tensions escalate in the Middle East. According to FlightRadar24 data, airlines worldwide are diverting or cancelling flights, while regional airports in Lebanon, Israel, and Kuwait are experiencing long delays. In response to recent even...
October 2, 2024 9:22 PM October 2, 2024 9:22 PM
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The United Nations secretary general, António Guterres today condemned Iranian strikes on Israel. Speaking to the UN Security Council, the Secretary-General said it was high time to stop what he called the "deadly cycle of tit-for-tat violence" in West Asia. Meanwhile, Israel has repor...
October 2, 2024 8:40 PM October 2, 2024 8:40 PM
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A Mahatma Gandhi Oration was held today at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Colombo. The event was organised by the cultural arm of the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka India Society. Speaking at the occasion, Former High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India Austin Ferna...
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