India-Africa Forum Summit postponed due to evolving health situation in Africa

May 21, 2026 4:56 PM

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India-Africa Forum Summit postponed due to evolving health situation in Africa

The fourth India-Africa Forum Summit, scheduled to be held from 28th to 31st May in New Delhi, has been postponed in view of the evolving health situation in parts of Africa. The External Affairs Ministry said that consultations were held between India, the Chairperson of the African Union, and the ...

Education Ministry says SMC guidelines not applicable to private unaided schools

May 21, 2026 3:44 PM

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Education Ministry says SMC guidelines not applicable to private unaided schools

The Ministry of Education has clarified that the School Management Committee Guidelines 2026 are not applicable to private unaided schools, as such institutions do not receive any grants from the government or local authority towards meeting their expenses. Recently, Mr Pradhan launched School Manag...

Dengue cases rise across Sri Lanka amid mosquito breeding concerns

May 21, 2026 3:29 PM

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Dengue cases rise across Sri Lanka amid mosquito breeding concerns

Sri Lankan health authorities have reported a rise in dengue cases, with nearly 30,000 infections recorded nationwide so far this year amid concerns over increased mosquito breeding in public spaces.   The island's National Dengue Control Unit said 29,589 dengue cases and 15 deaths had been reported...

Supreme Court Refuses Plea To Club 53 FIRs In Rs 49 Crore Fraud Case

May 21, 2026 3:21 PM

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Supreme Court Refuses Plea To Club 53 FIRs In Rs 49 Crore Fraud Case

The Supreme Court today refused to entertain a plea seeking a direction to club 53 FIRs pending in seven states in relation to the alleged duping of Rs 49 crore from investors, observing that instead of a victim-centric judicial approach, pro-accused judgements were being passed in the name of conso...

Manoj Parab resigns from RG Party, quits active Politics

May 21, 2026 3:46 PM

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Manoj Parab resigns from RG Party, quits active Politics

Revolutionary Goans Party founder and president Manoj Parab today announced his decision to quit active politics and step down from the post of party chief. The announcement was made during a press conference at the party headquarters in Panaji in the presence of senior leaders, including General Se...

Sri Lanka’s currency comes under renewed pressure

May 21, 2026 2:44 PM

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Sri Lanka’s currency comes under renewed pressure

Sri Lanka’s currency has come under renewed pressure, with the rupee emerging as Asia’s worst-performing currency this month amid rising global uncertainty and concerns over the country’s external sector. According to the latest exchange rates issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the US dollar’s...

First session of 16th Assam Legislative Assembly begins

May 21, 2026 2:41 PM

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First session of 16th Assam Legislative Assembly begins

The first session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly commenced today with a focus on constitutional tradition and linguistic inclusivity, marking a significant beginning for the newly elected representatives of the state.   Pro-tem Speaker Chandra Mohan Patowary chaired the House and administere...