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Explained | Will Dissanayake Be The Last Executive President Of Sri Lanka?

The election manifesto of the National People’s Power alliance, representing which Anura Kumara Dissanayake was elected President of Sri Lanka, promises to abolish the executive presidency system in the country. When did the executive presidency come into existence? Why is it now deemed necessary to abolish it? ETV Bharat explains.

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One Wheel, One Mission: Saneed's Cycling Journey From Kanyakumari To Kashmir Against Drugs

Saneed of Kerala travels on his special bicycle from Kanyakumari to Kashmir. The civil engineering graduate left Kanyakumari on his one-tyre bicycle for a Kashmir yatra. He aims to set a world record with his special gear and give a message to the youth: “Say no to drugs.”

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Unversed In UNGA? Stumped By SDGs? Here's A Handy Glossary Of UN General Assembly Meeting Lingo

Speakers use the opportunity to opine on the planet's biggest issues and hotspots, spotlight domestic accomplishments and needs, air grievances, and project statesmanship. Dignitaries are asked to wrap up within 15 minutes, but there's no buzzer or Oscars-style music.

Corbett National Park: A Haven For Tiger Butterflies And Biodiversity

Beyond the majestic Bengal Tiger, Corbett's forests and wildlife offer a treasure trove of butterfly species. The park's butterfly population thrives during the rainy season, with flowers blooming and humidity levels rising.

Belgaum Municipal Corporation in Karnataka initiates project to lay roads using waste plastic

Rajasthan: Textile entrepreneur converts waste plastic bottle into cloth fabric

Children create vertical garden in Ludhiana to reduce pollution

U'khand CM lays foundation stone of Plastic Recycling Facility in Haridwar

Tackling Plastic Menace: World's largest 1,650-kg ‘Charkha’ made from waste plastic

Chattisgarh: Forest department reuses waste plastic bottles to plant, grow saplings

India's largest 'charkha' made of waste plastic inaugurated in Noida

Mother Dairy to collect 1,000 kg waste plastic in Delhi-NCR by Oct 2

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US: Hurricane Helene Unleashes Havoc; 91 Dead, Millions Without Power

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Over 2 million homeowners and other utility customers were still without power Sunday night. South Carolina had the most outages and Gov. Henry McMaster asked for patience as crews dealt with widespread snapped power poles. President Joe Biden described the impact of the storm as “stunning” and said he would visit the area this week as long as it does not disrupt rescues or recovery work.

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Seizures Worth Rs 130 Cr Made During Jammu Kashmir Assembly Polls: Chief Electoral Officer

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During the ongoing assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, 1,263 violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) have been reported, leading to the seizure of materials worth Rs 130 crore. The police department accounted for the majority of these seizures, totalling Rs 107.50 crore.

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Jaishankar Reaches Washington DC, To Meet Blinken

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During the meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will discuss many bilateral and global issues, including the Ukraine war and the Middle East crisis. Apart from meeting US Secretary of State Blinken, he is also scheduled to participate in discussions at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

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World Podcast Day: Celebrating the Power of Podcasts Across the Globe

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World Podcast Day, celebrated on September 30, honors the global impact of podcasts as a powerful medium for entertainment, education, and advocacy, connecting listeners and creators worldwide. Mushrooming of millions of podcasts and their episodes globally are amply demonstrating the expansive reach of the ongoing digital revolution.

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International Blasphemy Rights Day: Defending Individuals Facing Religious Oppression

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In 2009, the US-based Center for Inquiry (CFI), a non-profit organisation, started the 'International Blasphemy Rights Day' to stand up against oppression in the name of religious beliefs. Blasphemy is seen as saying or doing offensive things about God or religious objects. Some religions or laws consider it a crime and call for even extreme punishments like beheadings.

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International Translation Day: Recognising Crucial Role of Translators And Interpreters Globally

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International Translation Day observed on September 30 calls for protection and promotion of translation as an art, protect copyright and related rights. The celebration of the day dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contributions of translators and interpreters across the world.

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Mahoba: Multiple Train Derailment Attempts Foiled Across Uttar Pradesh

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A 16-year-old boy was arrested for allegedly placing a cement block on the train track near Kabrai railway station in Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba.

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Three Killed In Accident On Delhi-Meerut Expressway

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Three men were killed when their scooter rammed into a parked vehicle on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway on Sunday. The police initiated an investigation and sent the bodies for post-mortem.

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Karnataka Police Bust Rave Party In Mysuru, 50 Detained

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The police seized musical instruments and over 30 cars. Superintendent Vishnuvardhan said that no drugs were found during the raid.

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How Israel Hunted Nasrallah Pulling Off A 'Very Sophisticated Intelligence Coup'

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The killing of Hezbollah chief Nasrallah in a deep underground bunker in Lebanon is being described as a 'feat of spycraft' and a 'very sophisticated intelligence coup' pulled off by Israel. It reflected how deep Israel's intelligence group penetrated Hezbollah's communication devices, analysts said.

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Explained | Will Dissanayake Be The Last Executive President Of Sri Lanka?

One Wheel, One Mission: Saneed's Cycling Journey From Kanyakumari To Kashmir Against Drugs

Unversed In UNGA? Stumped By SDGs? Here's A Handy Glossary Of UN General Assembly Meeting Lingo

Corbett National Park: A Haven For Tiger Butterflies And Biodiversity