March 25, 2025 5:51 PM

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UN Warns of Generational Impact as Taliban Ban Girls’ Education Again

The United Nations has warned that the ban on secondary education for girls for a third year in a row will have generational consequences. The statement comes as the new academic year begins in Afghanistan, with secondary and higher education institutions still closed to women for yet another year u...

March 25, 2025 5:49 PM

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115 NPP MPs Seek IGP Tennakoon’s Removal; SJB Backs No-Confidence Motion

A letter signed by 115 National People’s Power (NPP) parliamentarians, calling for the removal of suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, was handed over to the Speaker of Parliament today. Meanwhile, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)...

March 25, 2025 4:51 PM

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Sri Lanka’s Exports Grow 4.62% in Feb 2025, Led by Tea & Services

Sri Lanka's export sector demonstrated continued growth in February 2025, achieving a total of 1.38 billion US dollars. The growth has been recorded as a 4.62 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Merchandise exports contributed 1.06 billion USD, marking a 3.9 percent year-on-year ...

March 25, 2025 4:44 PM

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Israeli Strikes Kill 23 in Gaza as Fighting Escalates After Ceasefire Collapse

At least 23 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip today. Palestinian health officials said nearly 700 people have been killed since the Israeli military resumed its campaign against the Palestinian armed group Hamas in Gaza a week ago, leading to the collapse of a two-mon...

March 25, 2025 4:41 PM

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Akshay Kumar Backs WAVES 2025, Calls It a Game-Changer for Entertainment

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar today extended his best wishes for the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, set to take place in Mumbai from May 1st to 4th. In a video message shared on social media, the actor lauded the summit, calling it a milestone step. He emphasised that thi...

March 25, 2025 4:34 PM

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Sensex, Nifty Extend Gains for 7th Day Amid Volatile Trade

The benchmark domestic equity indices ended nearly flat in a volatile trade today but managed to settle in positive territory for the seventh consecutive session. The 30-share index at the Bombay Stock Exchange, Sensex, rose marginally by 33 points to close at 78,017. The National Stock Exchange Nif...

March 25, 2025 3:06 PM

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Asian Yogasana Sports Championship Rescheduled to April 25-27 in Delhi

The second edition of the Asian Yogasana Sports Championship has been rescheduled and will now take place from April 25 to 27, 2025, in the national capital. Originally planned for March 29-31, the revised dates reflect considerations for requests from international teams seeking additional preparat...

March 25, 2025 2:58 PM

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Para Shooters, Powerlifters Shine at Khelo India Para Games

On the sixth day of the Khelo India Para Games in Delhi, para shooters and powerlifters showcased their exceptional skills and competitive spirit. At the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range, Akash secured the gold medal in the Mixed 50m Pistol SH1 category. In the same event, Sanjeev Kumar won silver, whi...

March 25, 2025 2:53 PM

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Sharjah Revolutionizes Agricultural Technology with High-Protein Wheat Farming

In a remarkable triumph of agricultural innovation, the Mleiha Wheat Farm in Sharjah has successfully demonstrated how cutting-edge technology and strategic planning can transform harsh desert landscapes into productive agricultural zones. Launched in 2022, this pioneering project has not only achie...