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March 3, 2025 7:42 PM March 3, 2025 7:42 PM

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India-Nepal sign MoU to cooperate in WASH sector

India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi to enhance cooperation in the Water Sanitation, Hygiene sector, and waste management. The primary agenda of the agreement is to promote collaboration between the two nations and strengthen intergovernmental cooperation in the WA...

March 3, 2025 7:38 PM March 3, 2025 7:38 PM

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Nepal needed to prioritise formidable policy on AI

The seminar on Nepal's AI Diplomacy highlights AI’s growing role in Nepal’s security, evolving technological landscape and sustainable growth in the digital age. The National Seminar on “AI and Diplomacy" organised by The Centre for Social Innovation and Foreign Policy in Kathmandu, shared the impor...

March 3, 2025 6:26 PM March 3, 2025 6:26 PM

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Pak- Afghanistan border clashes & closure despite agreement

At the Torkham border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, a driver was killed and at least two Pakistani soldiers were injured during violent clashes. The border remained closed for the 10th consecutive day today. The fresh clashes took place at a time when both sides recently reached an agreement to ...

March 3, 2025 6:06 PM March 3, 2025 6:06 PM

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INS Kuthar receives warm welcome upon arrival at Colombo port

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kuthar, a Khukri-class corvette, arrived at Colombo port today for a three-day visit. The ship received a ceremonial welcome from the Sri Lanka Navy, accompanied by traditional tunes from the naval band. Upon arrival, Commander Nitin Sharma, Commanding Officer of INS Kuthar, ...

March 3, 2025 12:42 PM March 3, 2025 12:42 PM

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Sri Lanka Election Commission announces nomination timeline for Local Govt Polls

In Sri Lanka, the Election Commission has announced the timelines for submission of nominations for the Local Government Elections on the island. The poll body said that the nominations will be accepted from March 17 until 12 noon on March 20.   Political parties and independent groups intendin...

March 3, 2025 12:11 PM March 3, 2025 12:11 PM

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Sri Lanka’s inflation drops to -4.2% in Feb 2025

In Sri Lanka, Inflation as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) has further decreased to -4.2% in February this year.   According to the Department of Census and Statistics, inflation was recorded at -4.0% in January 2025. The crisis-stricken island has witnessed sharp deflation ...

March 3, 2025 11:49 AM March 3, 2025 11:49 AM

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Ukraine President Zelensky offers to sign aborted mineral deal with US

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his readiness to sign the aborted mineral deal with the United States. This follows British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s announcement of a “Coalition of the Willing” to support Ukraine. However, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has suggested a...

March 3, 2025 11:55 AM March 3, 2025 11:55 AM

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97th Oscars: ‘Anora’ sweeps Academy Awards with 5 wins

The 97th edition of the Academy Awards has concluded in Los Angeles. Director Sean Baker’s romantic comedy-drama "Anora" emerged as the ceremony’s biggest winner, taking home five awards. "Anora" swept the Academy Awards, winning Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing an...