Day: May 11, 2022

Explainer: What you need to know about Finland and Sweden’s path to NATO membership

Summary Ukraine war changed public opinion in Finland and Sweden Coming week crucial in decision on joining NATO More a question of when, not if, they will apply Both want security guarantees in any transition period HELSINKI/STOCKHOLM, May 11 (Reuters) – Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Finland and […]

Sri Lanka orders troops to shoot those involved in violence

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka’s defense ministry ordered security forces on Tuesday to shoot anyone causing injury to people or property to contain widespread arson and mob violence targeting government supporters. The order came after violent clashes a day earlier left eight people dead and prompted the […]

EXPLAINER: What caused Sri Lanka’s economic collapse?

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — The South Asian nation of Sri Lanka is experiencing an unprecedented economic collapse that has pushed the government into a deep crisis. The island is struggling to import basic necessities for its 22 million people because of diminishing foreign reserves and crippling debt, spurring […]

Ukraine cuts Russia gas at 1 hub, underlining risk to supply

ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine — Ukraine stopped the flow of Russian natural gas Wednesday through one of the hubs that feed Western European homes and industry, while a Kremlin-installed official in a southern region seized by Russian troops said the area will ask Moscow to annex it. The talk of […]

Bulletin on Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19)

JK reports 07 fresh positive cases, 449317 recovered, 2,28,37,336 Covid doses administered so far SRINAGAR, MAY11:The Government today informed that 07 fresh positive case of novel Corona virus (COVID-19)have been reported today; 06fromJammudivision and 01 from Kashmir division, thus taking the total number of positive cases to 454125. […]

Lt Governor addresses National Academia-Industrial Conclave at Islamic University of Science and Technology

Says, Path-Breaking Initiative will bridge the gap between Academia & Industry and collaboration with stakeholders will help in building an Enabling Environment for Innovation to flourish in UT of J&K Startups are truly a game changer for economic growth and government is determined to provide Incubation & Seed […]

Envoys of three Nations present credentials to President of India

MAY 11, 2022 The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind accepted credentials from Ambassadors of Slovak Republic, Republic of Sudan and Nepal at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (11 May 2022). Those who presented their credentials were: 1.   H.E. Mr. Robert Maxian, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic 2.   H.E. Mr. Abdalla […]

PM expresses gratitude to Indian scientists on National Technology Day

MAY 11, 2022 The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed gratitude to our brilliant scientists and their efforts that led to the successful Pokhran tests in 1998. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Today, on National Technology Day, we express gratitude to our brilliant scientists and […]

Guidelines regarding precautions to be observed by schools to combat the ill-effects of the heat-wave

MAY 11, 2022 Ministry of Education today issued following guidelines regarding precautions to be observed by schools to combat the ill-effects of the heat-wave. Modification in School timings and daily routine School hours may start early and get over before noon. Timing may be from 7.00 AM onwards. […]

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