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One of the foremost actions taken by left-wing leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake since taking office is the dissolution of the nation's Parliament and the announcement of early elections to be held in less than a month.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told world leaders on Tuesday that Lebanon was "at the brink" and warned against allowing the country to turn into "another Gaza," a day after Israeli strikes killed more than 550 people there.

Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the U.S. appears increasingly powerless. Despite President Biden's efforts to prevent the spread of war, the situation continues to worsen. Has the U.S. Become a Helpless Giant as Hezbollah Hits Tel Aviv?

Producer Vashu Bhagnani's financial woes seem to be far from over. The producer has now accused streaming platform Netflix India of allegedly 'cheating' him of Rs 47.

Australia has expressed admiration for ISRO's Gaganyaan mission and announced its commitment to support the recovery efforts for India's Gaganyaan capsule. This collaboration highlights the growing international partnerships in space exploration, as Australia seeks to contribute to India's ambitious human spaceflight program. The support underscores a shared interest in advancing space technology and enhancing capabilities in the field.

#gravitas | For long, India has dreaded the prospect of being encircled by nations leaning toward china, and now, it seems that fear has become a stark reality. With the recent political shifts across its neighborhood, India finds itself increasingly cornered by countries aligning themselves with Beijing. It began with the Maldives, then we saw Bangladesh gravitating toward China, and now, it appears Sri Lanka is the latest to become Beijing-leaning.

The Israeli army chief has told his troops that the ongoing strikes in Lebanon may serve as a precursor to "possible entry" of soldiers into the “enemy territory.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has suggested India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to establish a system in which the vehicle insurance premiums are linked with traffic violations.

The sudden death of Ernst and Young's (EY) 26-year-old employee Anna Sebastian Perayil has sparked a debate over the toxic work culture in some of the biggest firms in India and has raised some serious questions about work stress which can prove fatal.

Pope Francis has offered refuge to Myanmar's detained leader offering her the Vatican as the safe haven. Watch to know more.

Amid the ongoing conflict, Ukraine has expressed growing concern over a potential nuclear plot, fearing it could lead to a catastrophic disaster. Ukrainian officials warn that Russia may be planning to manipulate or escalate the situation surrounding nuclear facilities in the region, raising alarms about the safety of nuclear plants and the risk of radiation exposure. As tensions escalate, Ukraine is calling for international attention and intervention to prevent any nuclear incidents that could have devastating consequences not only for Ukraine but for neighboring countries as well.

Russia’s economy has defied expectations, growing by 4.4 percent in the first seven months of 2023 despite facing multiple western sanctions. This is significantly higher than the 3.2 percent growth forecasted by the IMF.

The second phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election began at 7 a.m. and concluded peacefully at 6 p.m. J&K Chief Electoral Officer P.K. Pole, in a press conference in Srinagar, announced a voter turnout of 56%. He noted that this figure was tentative, as polling was still ongoing in areas like Hazratbal and Reasi.

Despite China’s 2021 ban on Cryptocurrencies, the country continues to dominate the global Bitcoin mining industry.

Sri Lanka faces the prospect of holding two elections within a year, raising concerns about the financial strain on the country’s already struggling economy. As political leaders debate the necessity of both presidential and parliamentary polls, many question whether Colombo can afford the costs amid ongoing economic challenges and recovery efforts.

The Indian city of Mumbai has come to a standstill amid torrential rains, which led to severe waterlogging and disrupted vehicular movement across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert, and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has stated that all the schools and colleges will remain shut on Thursday (September 26).

Have you ever wondered about the secret to eternal youth? Well, it turns out that spending less time on screens can help. Excessive screen time, from smartphones, tablets, computers, and TVs, can lead to 'digital ageing' and harm your skin due to the blue light emitted. It's important to be mindful of the time spent in front of screens for a healthier ageing process.

Byju's recent loss of control over its U.S. Subsidiary, Byju’s Alpha Inc., Following a Delaware court ruling on its $1.2 billion term loan default, marks a significant turning point for the EdTech giant and the broader industry in India.

Son Heung-min said Tottenham team-mate Rodrigo Bentancur "almost cried" when he apologised over an alleged racist remark about the South Korean. Bentancur was charged by the Football Association earlier this month with an alleged misconduct breach in relation to a media interview on Uruguayan TV.