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Former Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa Hospitalized for Urgent Care

Mahinda Rajapaksa, former President of Sri Lanka, was admitted to a hospital on October 12, 2026, for urgent medical care and is under observation in the ICU. The 80-year-old leader's hospitalization coincides with ongoing legal investigations involving his wife Shiranthi and son Namal, both facing allegations of financial irregularities. Namal was remanded in September, and Shiranthi was remanded last week in separate cases.

Hindu World··Colombo

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Delhi Police Removes Jantar Mantar as Legal Protest Site, Names Three Alternatives

Delhi Police has officially removed Jantar Mantar as a designated legal protest site and announced three alternative locations for demonstrations. This decision has sparked debate about the right to protest in central city areas. Small businesses near Jantar Mantar fear losses due to reduced footfall following the change. The move highlights ongoing discussions on protest rights in urban centers.

The Hindu··Delhi

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France Urges Palestinian Authorities to Hold Elections Soon

France has called on Palestinian authorities to conduct elections as soon as possible. The appeal emphasizes the importance of democratic processes in Palestine. This statement was reported by The Arab Weekly, highlighting France's support for timely electoral action in the Palestinian territories.

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Passive Cooling Offers Low-Energy Relief as Colombo Warms

Colombo is experiencing rising temperatures, prompting interest in passive cooling methods as an energy-efficient solution. While passive cooling reduces reliance on electricity, it comes with challenges such as higher initial costs and design complexities. This approach aims to mitigate heat impacts sustainably but requires balancing benefits against financial and practical constraints.

news - Mongabay··Colombo

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Sports

Mandaviya Proposes Repository for Traditional Sports at BRICS 2026

At the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Demonstration Games 2026, Mandaviya proposed creating a repository of traditional sports to facilitate exchanges among member nations. This initiative aims to preserve and promote indigenous games, fostering cultural sharing and cooperation within the BRICS countries. The proposal highlights the importance of traditional sports in strengthening international ties.

DD India·

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India A Defeats Australia A in Third ODI with Strong Bowling

In the third ODI, India A defeated Australia A, with bowlers playing a crucial role in securing the win. Suryansh Shedge scored a half-century, while Gurjapneet Singh took three wickets. Despite failures from top batters like Rajat Patidar and Padikkal, India A managed to save face and win the match.

ABP News·

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