August 17, 2024 8:35 PM

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President Ramaphosa calls for global support to combat Mpox outbreak in Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep concern over the rapid spread of Mpox in Africa, calling for international support for the continent in its response to the ongoing outbreak.   In his capacity as the African Union Champion on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness, and Resp...

August 17, 2024 8:21 PM

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Heavy rain expected in Tamil Nadu’s coastal and southern districts

The Regional Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rains for Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, and six other districts for another week.   Light to moderate widespread rains are likely to occur during this period. An alert has been issued for coastal areas in Chennai, Kanc...

August 17, 2024 7:17 PM

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Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurates Kerala High Court’s Arbitration Centre

Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal has said today that technology has emerged as a significant enabler for digitally empowering society, and the country is advancing with a citizen-centric, technology-driven modern legal system.   He was inaugurating the Arbitration Centre at ...

August 17, 2024 5:58 PM

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Oil prices dips to $80 as China’s slowing economy demands concern

Oil prices settled down nearly 2 percent on Friday, little changed on the week with Brent crude below 80 dollars a barrel, as investors tempered expectations of demand growth from top oil importer China.   Brent crude futures fell 1.7 percent to settle at 79 dollars and 68 cents per barrel. U.S...