International

August 26, 2025 7:17 PM

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Nepal President Paudel calls Teej a symbol of love and cultural heritage

Hartalika Teej observed in Nepal today, the Pashupatinath Temple premises appear red from a distance due to women devotees decked in red.   On the occasion of Hartalika Teej today, thousands of Hindu women who are fasting without food and water are visiting the Pashupatinath temple. Pashupatina...

August 26, 2025 6:12 PM

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Colombo Court grants bail to Ex-President Wickremesinghe over health issues

Sri Lanka’s former President Ranil Wickremesinghe was granted bail today by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court in a case where he was accused of misusing state funds. Owing to his deteriorating health, Mr. Wickremesinghe did not appear in person but joined the proceedings via Zoom. He was arrested ...

August 26, 2025 1:19 PM

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Typhoon Kajiki Hits Vietnam: 3 Dead, 10 Injured Amid Widespread Flooding

At least three people have died, and ten others were injured as Typhoon Kajiki battered northern and central Vietnam. The typhoon brought heavy rains, strong winds, and widespread flooding with it. According to Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the storm damaged over 6,800 homes, su...

August 26, 2025 9:41 AM

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Tragic Helicopter Crash in England Claims Three Lives During Training Flight

A helicopter crashed into a field on an island off the south coast of England, prompting an urgent response from emergency services. The incident occurred near Shanklin Road, Ventnor, at 9:24 am, and emergency teams from Hampshire and the Isle of Wight were quickly dispatched to the scene.   At leas...

August 26, 2025 8:10 AM

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US imposes an additional 25 percent tariff on imports from India

The United States has officially issued a public notice imposing an additional 25 per cent tariffs on imports from India. The new duties will come into effect tomorrow. The notice has been issued by the Department of Homeland Security through US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It said the tarif...