The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Tuesday unanimously decided to reopen primary schools from tomorrow (Wednesday)
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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India donates Dornier military aircraft to Maldives
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Pakistan FM Qureshi assures Afghanistan's Abdullah of complete support for peace process
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No connection between India’s aid and constitutional amendments: Media Minister
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Unlimited flights to Nepal from October 1
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Nepal president issues three ordinances
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‘Puppet regime’ using political arm-twisting: Nawaz Sharif on Shehbaz’s arrest
Ousted Pakistani prime minister and PML-N Quaid Nawaz Sharif, reacting to the arrest of Shehbaz Sharif, on Monday said that the “puppet regime” has ratified the All Parties Conference (APC) resolution by arresting his brother
