Pakistan recorded its highest single-day surge in coronavirus cases after three months, government data revealed on Saturday
Sri Lanka needs well-designed political and economic policy changes for long-term recovery
The government has taken steps to address shortages of fuel and gas to some extent when compared to the earlier situation which had long queues that stretched for kilometres outside fuel and gas stations. But a well-planned recovery plan still cannot be seen that can address the long-term food security issues.
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Korean investors asked to explore opportunities in Sri Lanka
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Sri Lankan opposition asks government to raise issue of US travel ban on Army Chief
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World Bank, Brac join hands to improve road safety in Bangladesh
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Bangladesh: Government to relaunch Dhaka's circular waterways
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Former Nepal PM Baburam Bhattarai, JSP leader Hisila Yami test positive for COVID-19
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Indian medical student dies in Nepal
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Sri Lanka: Over 40,000 currently under quarantine
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Maldives relaxes norms for tourists, allows split stays
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Taliban kills 20 Afghan soldiers in Mimroz
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Amid violence, Afghan VP questions Taliban’s peace intention
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