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West Asia conflict: India's Q1 FY27 crude oil import bill hits all-time high of $50 billion

New Delhi, July 31 -- India's crude oil import bill during Q1 FY27 rose to almost $50 billion-the highest on record for the period-as the West Asia conflict disrupted supplies sending prices of the ge... Read More


34-year-old injured in shooting at Mirissa

Srilanka, July 31 -- A 34-year-old individual has been injured in a shooting incident reported in the Mirissa Junction today (31), police said. According to the police, the shooting was carried ou... Read More


A Trek In The Himalayan Region Could Lead You To This Rare Diamond Flower

India, July 31 -- Trekking through the Himalayas is not just about snow-covered peaks and breathtaking views. Hidden along the mountain trails, at around 4,000 metres above sea level, grows a rare flo... Read More


Sri Lanka targets 5 million tourist arrivals and USD 10 billion revenue by 2030: PM Harini

Srilanka, July 31 -- The Government's National Tourism Vision for 2030 aims to welcome five million tourist arrivals, build a tourism workforce of 800,000 people, and generate USD 10 billion in touris... Read More


Former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando also sentenced to death

Srilanka, July 31 -- The Colombo Permanent Trial-at-Bar today (31) also sentenced former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando to death after finding him guilty of criminal negligence and other charges ... Read More


In Sri Lanka, Kithul Tappers Still Climb 40-Foot Palms To Keep A 2,000-Year-Old Craft Alive

India, July 31 -- Before the first light reaches the forest floor, the kithul tapper is already climbing. His bamboo ladder leans against a fishtail palm that rises 40 feet above the wet earth of Ambe... Read More


Assam: Petrol depot manager critically injured during suspected dacoity in Dibrugarh

Dibrugarh, July 31 -- A petrol depot manager was critically injured after allegedly being assaulted by unidentified miscreants during a suspected dacoity at Saligram Petrol Depot in Lahowal, in Assam'... Read More


Eating Less Sugar Early In Life May Lower Dementia And Alzheimer's Risk, Study Says

India, July 31 -- A study published in npj Aging found that babies who were exposed to less sugar before and after birth had a lower risk of developing dementia, Alzheimer's disease, depression, and a... Read More


For The Curious Travellers, There Is Nothing Better Than The World Of Hyatt Brand Explorer Award

India, July 31 -- One month might take you to Goa for a wedding. The next could be a long weekend in Tokyo, followed by a business trip to Bengaluru that turns into two extra days of simply relaxing. ... Read More


Police move to confiscate illegal assets worth Rs. 3,811 million

Srilanka, July 31 -- Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler has stated that Sri Lanka Police have taken steps to confiscate illegal assets worth Rs. 3.811 mill... Read More