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May 1, 2025 6:20 PM
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On the occasion of Labour Day, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment today signed a Letter of Agreement with the United Nations Development Programme to recognise and strengthen the contribution of waste pickers in waste collection, recovery, and recycling. This initiative will provide them...
May 1, 2025 6:09 PM
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Coal production in the country has seen a growth of 3.63 percent in the month of April this year compared to last year. In a statement, the Ministry of Coal has said that this growth reflects the continued efforts of the government to ensure consistent supply and operational stability in the sector....
May 1, 2025 5:59 PM
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Oil prices fell today, extending a steep decline from the previous session amid concerns of mounting supply and data showing a contraction in the US economy, the world's top oil consumer. Brent Crude was trading almost two per cent down at 59 dollars and 85 cents per barrel. WTI Crude was also down ...
May 1, 2025 5:59 PM
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In view of the heatwaves during the summer in various parts of the country, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked 11 states to take immediate preemptive measures to protect the vulnerable people. The Commission said that states need to take protective measures, especially for economi...
May 1, 2025 5:53 PM
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Most Asian markets, except Japan, were closed for trading in observance of Labour Day. Meanwhile, Japan's Nikkei index rose over 1.1 percent today. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 0.5 percent for a second straight meeting as worries continued to grow ...
May 1, 2025 5:46 PM
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US stocks ended mixed on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 closing higher after a late rally. The indices recovered from losses suffered earlier in the session, which were triggered by data showing that the economy contracted in the first quarter for the first time in ...
May 1, 2025 5:45 PM
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Political parties and trade unions across Sri Lanka are commemorating International Labour Day today with mass rallies and parades under diverse themes. The ruling National People’s Power (NPP) is leading its main event at Colombo’s Galle Face Green, which was attended by President Anura Kumara Di...
May 1, 2025 5:44 PM
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South Korean Acting President Han Duck-soo resigned today, signalling his intention to run in the June 3 presidential election. Mr Han made the announcement during a press briefing in Seoul, ending weeks of speculation about his candidacy following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol. ...
May 1, 2025 4:48 PM
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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today said that the challenge arising from the Pahalgam terror attack requires the nation to stand united, adding that national interest must remain above all else. While launching the Chunautiyan Mujhe Pasand Hain book in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, he hailed India’s gro...
May 1, 2025 4:48 PM
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India's goods and services tax (GST) collections surged by 12.6 percent to an all-time high of 2.37 lakh crore rupees in April in comparison to the same month last year. According to government data, the Central GST collection for the month stood at 48 thousand 634 crore rupees and State GST at 59 t...
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