Anura Dissanayake takes oath as Sri Lanka's 9th President

Anura Dissanayake takes oath as Sri Lanka's 9th President

Anura Dissanayake, leader of the Marxist-leaning Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) party, was sworn in on Monday as the ninth President of Sri Lanka, marking a historic moment as the country's first leftist head of state. Sep 23, 2024
Jordan first country to eliminate leprosy: WHO

WHO declares Jordon the first nation to eradicate leprosy

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Jordan as the first country in the world to eliminate leprosy. This historic announcement was made on September 19, marking a momentous milestone in the fight against this age-old disease. Sep 19, 2024
The WHO has called for stronger policies to promote healthier diets and increased physical activity due to rising obesity and noncommunicable diseases. Saima Wazed, the Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, emphasized the need for environments that su

WHO Urges Stronger Policies for Healthier Diets, Activity

The WHO has called for stronger policies to promote healthier diets and increased physical activity due to rising obesity and noncommunicable diseases. Saima Wazed, the Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, emphasized the need for environments that support healthier choices. Sep 18, 2024