Suspect in killing in VIP security chief’s house arrested

WHO pledges medical supplies worth USD 4 million to Sri Lanka

The World Health Organization (WHO) has pledged essential medical supplies worth USD 4 million to Sri Lanka. The pledge was made by WHO Director General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in a congratulatory message to President Ranil Wickremesinghe on being appointed President, the President’s Media Division said. Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus had said that the WHO?recognised the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka and the impact Covid-19 was having on the health system. ?To this end, I am ple

25 Aug, 2022

Why has Pakistan not realized its economic and political potential?

By Haroon Janjua Despite gaining independence 75 years ago, Pakistan has yet to rid itself of economic and political crises. As Pakistan marks 75 years of independence this weekend, Islamabad has not planned any special events, aside from a flag-raising ceremony, a fireworks display in the capital and the introduction of a new 75 rupee (?0.34/$0.35) note. However, 75 rupees doesn’t buy what it used to. Inflation data from July released last week showed Pakistan’s Consumer Price Index surged ne

25 Aug, 2022

Fuel queues seen at several places with some sheds closed

Fuel queues were seen at several places today with some fuel stations closed. Long queues were seen at fuel stations in Colombo today resulting in traffic congestion in some areas. The number of vehicles on the road has also seen an increase this week with schools fully operational and most institutions also resuming normal work. The fuel crisis resulted in very few vehicles taking to the streets over the past several weeks with most people using public transport or travelling on bicycles. M

25 Aug, 2022