China launches satellite ‘Shijian-21’.

China successfully launched a new satellite named Shijian-21.  The satellite will be used to test and verify space debris mitigation technologies. Shijian-21 was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in southwest China’s Sichuan Province on a Long March-3B carrie…

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Russian, Chinese hold first joint patrols in the Pacific.

Russian and Chinese warships held their first joint patrols in the western Pacific Ocean over the past week, Russia's defence ministry said on Saturday 23 October 2021, a move Japan said it was monitoring. Moscow and Beijing, which staged naval cooperation drills in the …

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New Zealand swears in first indigenous woman as Governor-general.

New Zealand's first indigenous Māori woman to be named Governor-general, Dame Cindy Kiro, was formally sworn into the largely ceremonial role in parliament in Wellington on Thursday 21 October 2021, pledging to reach out to migrants and marginalised citizens. Speaking to…

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US conducts 'successful' test of hypersonic missile technology.

The United States successfully tested hypersonic missile technology in October 2021. Hypersonic missiles, like traditional ballistic missiles, can fly more than five times the speed of sound (Mach 5). This test demonstrated advanced hypersonic technologies, capabilities and p…

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International Snow Leopard Day - 23 October.

Every year, October 23 is observed as International Snow Leopard Day since 2014. The day commemorates the anniversary of the Bishkek Declaration and to celebrate this endangered cat and raise awareness for its conservation and protection. It was on October 23, 2013, when po…

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Ecuadorian Olympic sprinter Alex Quinonez has been shot dead.

Ecuadorian Olympic sprinter Alex Quinonez has been shot dead in the port city of Guayaquil. Quinonez, 32, and another person were found dead close to midnight (05:00 GMT) on Friday, according to police, with the killing sparking an outpouring of grief in a country struggling…

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Introduction of On-line Falsehood Bill will be introduced soon.

On-line Falsehood and Manipulation Bill to control publishing of false information on social media will be introduced soon, Minister of Justice Ali Sabri told Parliament. The Minister said preparing a Cabinet paper to this effect was reaching its final stages. The Minister al…

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World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index 2021.

Sri Lanka has ranked 76 out of 139 countries and jurisdictions in the World Justice Project’s (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2021.  The WJP Rule of Law Index 2021 ranks the countries based on scores ranging from 0 to 1, with 1 indicating the strongest adherence to the rule of law.  …

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Martin Scorsese, Szabo to get Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement award.

Hollywood veteran Martin Scorsese and celebrated Hungarian filmmaker Istevan Szabo will be honoured with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The 52nd edition of the film festival will be held from November …

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World Development Information Day - 24 Ocober.

World Development Information Day is celebrated annually on October 24th. The day focuses on improving the dissemination of information and mobilizing public opinion, especially among young people. The primary goal for improving the dissemination of information and mobilizin…

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United Nations Day - 24 October.

United Nations Day recognizes the founding of the United Nations (UN) in 1945. The celebration is observed annually on October 24th.  U.N. Day has traditionally been marked throughout the world by meetings, discussions, and exhibits about the achievements and goals of the or…

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World Polio Day - 24 October.

On October 24th, World Polio Day highlights the global efforts to make the world polio-free. The day also honors the contributions of those who work tirelessly to eradicate polio. Poliomyelitis is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. The condition is more com…

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International Day of Diplomats - 24 October.

The International Day of Diplomats is celebrated on 24 October every year. The day aims to commemorate the contributions made by diplomats in shaping the world since ancient times and in making our planet a better place. It also aims to bridge the gap in perception and real…

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Senior al-Qaeda leader killed in U.S. military drone strike in Syria.

The US military has killed senior al-Qaeda leader Abdul Hamid al-Matar in a drone strike in Syria, a US Central Command spokesman said. The removal of this al-Qaeda senior leader was conducted using an MQ-9 aircraft. The strike comes two days after a US outpost in southern S…

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Saudi Arabia commits to net zero emissions by 2060.

The world's biggest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia, has pledged to cut its carbon emissions to net zero by 2060. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said the Gulf state would invest more than $180bn (£130bn) to reach the goal. But he said the kingdom would continue to produce oi…

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Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) awards Honorary Life Membership for 18 Cricketers.

MCC awards Honorary Life Membership (HLM) of the Club to some of the world’s finest cricketers and announce the names of the latest men and women to have been bestowed with this privilege. Former Sri Lanka cricketer Rangana Herath is also among 18 players who were given hono…

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Pakistan to remain in 'Grey List' of Financial Action Task Force.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced that Pakistan will remain on its increased monitoring list, also called the grey list. Pakistan has been on the grey list for deficiencies in its counter-terror financing and anti-money laundering regimes since June 2018. Annou…

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South Korea launches first homegrown space rocket "Nuri".

South Korea has launched its first homegrown rocket, stepping up the country's ambitions in space. The Korean Satellite Launch Vehicle II, known as Nuri, took off from Goheung, about 500km (310 miles) south of Seoul. President Moon Jae-in said the vehicle completed its fu…

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Four Sri Lankan artists make promotional song for Rajinikanth’s upcoming movie.

Four Sri Lankan artists have created a promotional song for the upcoming Tamil movie ‘Annaatthe’ starring South Indian cinema’s megastar Rajinikanth and Nayanathara. The song titled ‘Vararu Vararu Annaatha’ is written by award-winning Tamil poet and lyricist Pottuvil Asmin. …

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Egypt breakthrough as three stunning statues uncovered on ‘Avenue of Sphinxes’.

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has introduced that three big ram heads – at the least one in all which had a cobra on high – have been discovered south of Karnak Temple in Luxor. It’s thought that 1000’s of years in the past they have been a part of three …

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