March 3, 2025 12:11 PM March 3, 2025 12:11 PM

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Sri Lanka’s inflation drops to -4.2% in Feb 2025

In Sri Lanka, Inflation as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) has further decreased to -4.2% in February this year.   According to the Department of Census and Statistics, inflation was recorded at -4.0% in January 2025. The crisis-stricken island has witnessed sharp deflation ...

March 3, 2025 12:03 PM March 3, 2025 12:03 PM

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Punjab organises workshop on ‘Cyber Crime, Forensics & Law’

In Punjab, to deal with technology-driven crimes to safeguard the critical infrastructure, including power grids, water systems, and transportation networks, a special workshop on ‘Cyber Crime, Forensics and Law' was organised, yesterday, in which these challenges and the need for forensic investiga...

March 3, 2025 11:49 AM March 3, 2025 11:49 AM

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Ukraine President Zelensky offers to sign aborted mineral deal with US

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his readiness to sign the aborted mineral deal with the United States. This follows British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s announcement of a “Coalition of the Willing” to support Ukraine. However, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has suggested a...

March 3, 2025 10:47 AM March 3, 2025 10:47 AM

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J&K Police attach ₹28 lakh worth land of 3 Pakistan-based terrorists in Poonch

In Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday attached four properties spanning 14.8 kanals of land, valued at over Rs 28 lakh, belonging to three terrorists in the Poonch district. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the seized land belongs to three Pakistan-based local terrorists in Kasba and Kirni...

March 3, 2025 10:41 AM March 3, 2025 10:41 AM

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J&K: Light to moderate rain, snow in higher reaches

In Jammu and Kashmir, the MeT Department has forecasted isolated to widespread light to moderate rain and snow in higher reaches over J&K for today. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the weather department has also predicted that from March 4-9, the weather will remain generally dry, fo...

March 3, 2025 10:35 AM March 3, 2025 10:35 AM

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Sensex gains 134 points, Nifty rises to 22,254

The Indian stock market opened higher today. Key economic indicators, like GDP growth and strong GST collections, met expectations. Buying was seen in the auto and IT sectors in early trade.   Sensex was trading 134 points or 0.18 per cent up at 73,332 while Nifty advanced 130 points to 22,254 ...

March 3, 2025 10:32 AM March 3, 2025 10:32 AM

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PM Modi urges commitment to biodiversity conservation on World Wildlife Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged everyone to reaffirm their commitment to protect and preserve the incredible biodiversity of the planet. On the Occasion of World Wildlife Day today, Mr Modi emphasized that every species plays a vital role and highlighted the importance of safeguarding their f...

March 3, 2025 10:14 AM March 3, 2025 10:14 AM

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Jaipur to host 12th Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum from March 3-5

Pinkcity Jaipur is all set to host the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific. This three-day Event kicks off today at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. The forum focuses on “Realizing Circular Societies Towards Achieving SDGs and Carbon Neutrality in Asia-Paci...

March 3, 2025 11:55 AM March 3, 2025 11:55 AM

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97th Oscars: ‘Anora’ sweeps Academy Awards with 5 wins

The 97th edition of the Academy Awards has concluded in Los Angeles. Director Sean Baker’s romantic comedy-drama "Anora" emerged as the ceremony’s biggest winner, taking home five awards. "Anora" swept the Academy Awards, winning Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing an...

March 3, 2025 7:11 AM March 3, 2025 7:11 AM

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IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in J&K, Ladakh & Himachal

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated heavy rainfall or snowfall at isolated places over Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad and Himachal Pradesh today. According to the weather agency, heat wave conditions are expected in isolated pockets over coastal Karnat...