Strategic Affairs
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Mt Everest becomes more expensive for mountaineers, Nepal to increase permit fees
The government of Nepal is increasing the permit fees for climbing Mount Everest from USD 11000 to USD 15000, making…
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Sri Lanka rains wreak havoc; Schools shut, landslide warnings issued
In Sri Lanka, rains have wreaked havoc in several provinces due to continued downpours. The Meteorology Department has forecast that…
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World Braille Day: Raising awareness on importance of braille for visually impaired people
World Braille Day is being observed today. The day is observed annually to raise awareness about the importance of Braille…
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7.3 magnitude earthquake hits Vanuatu, 14 dead & over 200 injured
In the island nation of Vanuatu, a powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck yesterday, with its epicentre located near the capital,…
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Sri Lanka delays Local Govt Election announcement until after Advanced Level exams
The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has decided to delay announcing the upcoming Local Government Elections until after the Advanced…
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Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre In Colombo Observes Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, Lachit Divas
Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, the cultural arm of the High Commission of India in Colombo, observed Janjatiya Gaurav Divas and…
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Nepal hosts D30 De-addiction & Disability Awareness Summit
A D30 De-addiction and Disability Awareness Summit took place in Kathmandu on Monday to discuss disabilities caused by drug abuse,…
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29th annual UN COP29 to kick off in Baku, Azerbaijan today
The 29th annual UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) will kick off in Baku, Azerbaijan, today. Dubbed as ‘Finance COP,’ the…
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