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Suranga Wellalage, father of Sri Lankan cricketer Dunith Wellalage, has died in Colombo, reportedly from a heart attack. Dunith Wellalage, aged 22, currently represents Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. He is considered one of the nation’s most promising young cricketers. Earlier today, Wellalage played in Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup match against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. In the final over, he was hit for five consecutive sixes by Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi.

The Reko Diq project is expected to generate $53 billion in revenue over a period of 37 years. Production is scheduled to begin in 2028, with the total cost estimated at $7.7 billion. During the construction phase, up to 7,500 jobs will be created by 2028. According to sources in the Ministry of Petroleum, a decision has been made to secure limited financing of $3.5 billion for the 37-year project. It is expected to produce an operating cash flow of $90 billion and a free cash flow of $70 billion. Of the $53 billion in revenue, $11 billion will go…

Peruvian biologists have unveiled a 12-million-year-old fossil of a dolphin-like fish, discovered near the Pacific coast. The fossil belongs to a porpoise species bearing a strong resemblance to modern-day dolphins. It was found in July by Mario Urbina, a Peruvian biologist, in the Ocucaje Desert, approximately 350 kilometres south of the capital, Lima. Measuring 11.5 feet in length, the porpoise fossil was presented yesterday at the Geological, Mining and Metallurgical Institute in Lima. Urbina described the find as a rare specimen. Another biologist, Mario Gamarra, explained that the discovery could open new avenues for studying ancient marine life. The Ocucaje…

The House Oversight Committee has summoned the chief executives of Discord, Twitch, Reddit and Steam to testify on 8 October concerning their platforms’ alleged roles in online radicalisation and the incitement of politically motivated acts. According to TechCrunch, the letters, issued by the Committee, request the presence of the executives to address how their services may have been used in connection with recent incidents of political violence. Rep. James Comer, chairman of the Oversight Committee, cited the murder of Charlie Kirk and other politically motivated attacks as the basis for congressional intervention. He said Congress had a responsibility to examine the…

A blistering knock from Mohammad Nabi, featuring five consecutive sixes off Dunith Wellalage, was not enough to secure Afghanistan’s place in the Super 4s of the Asia Cup, as Sri Lanka completed a commanding six-wicket victory in the 11th match at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. Opting to bat first, Afghanistan posted 169 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz struck a quick 14 off eight balls before falling to Nuwan Thushara, who was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 4 for 18. Sediqullah Atal and Ibrahim Zadran chipped in with 18…

Pakistan has made arrangements to repay a $500 million Eurobond by September 30 , according to sources in the Ministry of Finance. Officials confirmed that the repayment will not place any burden on the country’s foreign exchange reserves. Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Jamil Ahmed, also confirmed the arrangements. Of the $26 billion in external debt due during the current fiscal year, $3.5 billion has already been repaid. This includes $1.5 billion in payments and $2 billion through rollovers, as per Finance Ministry sources. Officials said the remaining external debt will also be repaid on time. The government…

Pakistani actress Dananeer Mobeen has already captivated the attention of fans, with her acting prowess and active presence on the social media platform. Taking to Instagram, she is spotted at any unnamed restaurant, where she is seen eating healthy food to leave her fans swooned. In the photos, she is seen wearing a blackish attire. In each of the clicks, she is seen posing for the photos differently in a striking way. For the description of the post, Dananeer captioned: “Many a moods but hey, you’ve got a nice view.” Fans started to pen their feedback and went on…

The Punjab government is considering a proposal to waive registration and semester fees for students studying in public colleges and universities in flood-affected areas. The initiative aims to ease the financial burden on families hit hardest by the natural disaster. Proposal for fee waiver Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat confirmed that he has formally proposed the fee relief plan to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The proposal includes a complete waiver of registration and semester fees for students enrolled in government colleges and universities across the flood-hit regions. “The final decision will be made after the approval of the chief…

According to the 2025 World Trade Report, artificial intelligence (AI) could increase the value of cross-border goods and services by nearly 40% by 2040 with the right enabling policies, due to productivity gains and lower trade costs. However, the WTO Secretariat’s flagship publication states that for AI and trade to contribute to inclusive growth — with benefits shared widely — policies must be in place to bridge the digital divide, invest in workforce skills, and maintain an open and predictable trading environment. According to the report, AI could lead to significant increases in trade and GDP by 2040, with global…

The 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum opened on Thursday at the Beijing International Convention Center, featuring a new section called “High-end Dialogues.” The dialogue brought together experts and scholars from China and abroad, highlighting the forum’s role as a high-level platform for international exchanges. During an interview session, Mustafa Mahdi Al-Ramah, president of the Iraqi Defense University for Military Studies, praised China’s achievements in infrastructure and education. He expressed hopes for stronger cooperation with China, saying: “If participating countries are willing to move toward the outcomes of such meetings, I believe they will be effective.” Held under the theme “Upholding International…