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Sri Lanka: Ruling party registers landslide victory in Parliamentary elections
In Sri Lanka, the ruling party led by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa registered a landslide victory in the general elections held on Wednesday.
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India extends Line of Credit worth 18 million dollars to Maldives
India has extended Line of Credit worth 18 million US dollars to the Government of Maldives for the expansion of fishing facilities at Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO).
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Polling begins for Parliamentary Elections in Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, polling is being held for general elections to elect 225 members for its 16th Parliament with strict health guidelines amidst COVID situation. The voting began at 7 AM in the!-->…
Lebanon: At least 70 killed, over 4000 injured in Beirut explosion
In Lebanon, at least 70 people have been killed and more than 4,000 injured in a huge explosion in the capital, Beirut, last night. The explosion sent shockwaves that shattered windows,!-->…
Afghanistan: Militants affiliated with IS attack prison in Jalalabad
In Afghanistan, militants affiliated with the Islamic State group stormed a prison in the city of Jalalabad, the capital of Nangarhar province and freed over 400 militants. According to the!-->…
US imposes sanctions on Chinese company over human rights abuse in Xinjiang
US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo has said that sanctions have been imposed on Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps of China and two of its officials for their connection to!-->…
Japan ruling party proposes strike capability to halt enemy missile attacks
A ruling party committee on Friday approved a proposal for Japan to acquire capabilities to halt ballistic missile attacks within enemy territory, bringing the pacifist nation a step closer!-->…
Pandemic response in South-East Asia must address rising inequalities, says new UN…
The United Nations has commended governments in South-East Asia for acting swiftly to stem the most serious health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Robust regional cooperation,!-->…
Annual 5-day Haj pilgrimage commences today in Saudi Arabia
The annual five day Haj pilgrimage commences today in Saudi Arabia on a drastically reduced scale due to coronavirus pandemic globally. Only about 1,000 Muslims begins their journey from!-->…
Bihar: Flood situation deteriorated following heavy rains in Nepal
In Bihar, flood situation has further deteriorated following heavy rains in catchment areas of Nepal. 36 people lost their lives in flood related incidents during the past 24 hours. Water!-->…