Gotabaya Rajapaksa to return to Sri Lanka: Minister
Media Minister Bandula Gunawardena refuted claims that the former leader was hiding in Singapore and said that he would return.
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African swine flu: Culling of pigs commences in Kerala’s Wayanad
Pigs at two farms in the Mananthavady area of Wayanad tested positive for the diseases and all the animals of one farm died due to it.
Flies, cockroaches not likely to spread Covid-19: Study
Most vector-borne pathogens are spread biologically, but non-biting flies can transfer bacteria like Salmonella mechanically.
747 ‘anti-India’ websites, 94 YouTube channels brought down: Government
The information and broadcasting minister also said that the Government has strongly acted against agencies spreading fake news.
Droupadi Murmu set to be India’s 15th President
The victory of the BJP-led NDA candidate was cemented when she got 50 per cent valid votes at the end of the third round of counting.
Assam Chief minister inaugurates 25 MW capacity solar power plan
He also declared that Assam would become a key solar power producing state in the country by 2026.
The death of democracy caused Sri Lanka disaster
The writer says global effort must be coupled with an internal struggle for restoration of democracy.
Indian Parliament adjourned amid protests by opposition over inflation
Several Opposition MPs have given a suspension of business notice to discuss various issues like inflation and the recent increase in GST.
India achieves landmark of 2 billion Covid-19 Vaccinations
India’s nationwide Covid-19 vaccination program was launched on Jan 16, 2021.
Steps initiated for declaration of Indus River as Unesco World Heritage
The Ladakh Culture Department also plans to publish a book on the river Indus so as to bring to light history and to generate awareness.