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Namal Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, runs for Sri Lanka's presidency. His bid for power comes two years after the family's political downfall during the 2022 economic crisis.
Bangladesh faces Rohingya refugee challenges, Sri Lanka prepares for presidential polls, and Pakistan experiences political unrest. India confronts ethnic violence in Manipur while maintaining a cautious stance towards Pakistan.
Sri Lanka's upcoming presidential election features no female candidates, despite women comprising over half the electorate. This absence highlights the persistent underrepresentation of women in the country's politics, despite its pioneering history.
UN human rights chief urges voter vigilance against deceptive politicians in upcoming elections. He highlights global human rights concerns and calls for protection of freedoms worldwide.
Sri Lanka's tourism industry shows signs of recovery post-economic crisis, but challenges persist. As presidential elections approach, candidates promise economic reforms and tourism growth, crucial for the nation's stability.
Mass demonstrations by medical professionals in India, triggered by a horrific crime in Kolkata, highlight ongoing concerns about women's safety. The protests coincide with regional security challenges and political developments.
Medical professionals across India protest following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The incident reignites debates on women's safety and political tensions in the world's largest democracy.
Sri Lanka prepares for a crucial presidential election with 39 candidates vying for the top position. The vote, scheduled for September 21, 2024, comes as the nation works to recover from a severe economic crisis.
Sri Lanka's Election Commission approves 39 candidates for the upcoming presidential election. The vote, crucial for economic reforms, features experienced politicians and newcomers vying to lead the crisis-hit nation.
Sri Lanka's upcoming presidential election sees a record 39 candidates, focusing on economic reforms. The vote, scheduled for September 21, 2024, will shape the nation's financial future amidst ongoing recovery efforts.
Sri Lanka prepares for a pivotal presidential election with 39 candidates vying for leadership. The September 21 vote is crucial for steering the nation's economic recovery following its recent financial crisis.
A 2022 image of Sri Lankan demonstrators in the presidential palace has been falsely linked to 2024 protests in Bangladesh. The miscaptioned photo spread amid political turmoil in Dhaka.
Namal Rajapaksa, son of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, will run in Sri Lanka's September 2024 election. The vote is crucial for the country's economic recovery and debt restructuring efforts.
An Indian man's death in Russia, allegedly after forced recruitment into the Ukraine conflict, prompts family's plea for body repatriation. India grapples with similar cases of citizens duped into military service.