March 21, 2026 12:55 PM

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National Biodiversity Authority forms panel to address invasive alien species

The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has constituted an Expert Committee on Invasive Alien Species to address the growing ecological and socio-economic risks posed by such species across the country. The decision follows a suo motu proceeding by the National Green Tribunal, which underscored th...

March 21, 2026 12:52 PM

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Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations held across Sri Lanka with prayers

In Sri Lanka, people are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, charity, and community gatherings. Since early morning, large congregations have gathered at mosques and open grounds nationwide, with one of the main assemblies held at Galle Face Green in Colombo, as families and friends exchange...

March 21, 2026 12:51 PM

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Uttar Pradesh celebrates Eid with traditional fervour and prayers

In Uttar Pradesh, Eid is being celebrated across the state with traditional fervour and gaiety. Thousands of worshippers have gathered in mosques and Eidgahs for special prayers, marking the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan.   In old city areas, the markets and shops were open for the whole ...

March 21, 2026 12:49 PM

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Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir with prayers and festivities

In Jammu and Kashmir, Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is being celebrated today with religious fervour and joy. The Shawal moon was sighted last evening, officially ending Ramadan. Masjids and Eidgahs across the Jammu region are welcoming thousands of worshippers for speci...

March 21, 2026 12:37 PM

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India adopts proactive approach to ensure energy supply amid West Asia tensions

India has adopted a coordinated and proactive approach to the evolving situation in West Asia. The Government is ensuring uninterrupted energy supply across the country through joint measures by various ministries, while also taking steps to prevent hoarding, black marketing and panic buying.   The ...

March 21, 2026 11:59 AM

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South Korea to join global efforts to ensure safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz

South Korea has said that they are ready to join efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which is responsible for 20 per cent of global oil and gas supply. The South Korean foreign ministry stated that it will join 7 countries, including European nations and Japan, in their join...

March 21, 2026 11:55 AM

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Olympic champion Cameron McEvoy sets new 50 metre freestyle world record

Olympic and world champion swimmer Cameron McEvoy has broken the men's 50-metre freestyle world record, which had stood for 17 years. The 31-year-old Australian posted a time of 20.88 seconds yesterday at the China Open in Shenzhen, taking 0.03 seconds off Brazilian César Cielo's previous mark. Ciel...