Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A progress review meeting on the 'Defence Contribution to National Entrepreneurship Development and Business Startup Programs' was held last Thursday (October 30), at the Deputy Minister's Office in Colombo. This is an extended move of the initiative undertaken to assign retiring and retired Armed Forces members into national economic development as entrepreneurs under the project named 'M...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The 'Senehasa' Education, Resource, Research, and Information Centre (SERRIC) is a specialized childcare institution established by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Ranaviru Seva Authority (RSA). Its core mission is to provide care and support for children with special needs, helping them to pursue their dreams and aspirations. SERRIC offers daytime programs for the children of milita...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The "Wana Surakuma"Joint Operations Unit, established with the aim of protecting Sri Lanka's valuable natural forest resources and combating forest crimes, was inaugurated today (3 October) at the Ministry of Environment premises. The Minister of Environment, Hon. Dr. Dammika Patabendi, graced as the chief guest, while Deputy Minister of Environment, Hon. Anton Jayakody, was also present....
India, Nov. 1 -- Indian deep-tech startup Accubits Invent Pvt Ltd has secured a patent for its revolutionary breath-based VOC sensor, marking a major leap forward in global healthcare innovation. The technology is capable of detecting diseases like cancer, tuberculosis, and metabolic disorders within minutes - positions India at the forefront of non-invasive medical diagnostics.Accubits Invent's patented sensor technology, VolTrac, represents a major breakthrough in non-invasive disease screenin...
India, Nov. 1 -- India's AI revolution just hit a new milestone.Perplexity - an Indian-founded AI-powered knowledge and productivity platform - has claimed the #1 spot on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, overtaking global giants like ChatGPT and Gemini.For a nation long celebrated for its tech talent but often seen as a service hub, this marks a powerful shift: India isn't just powering the world's technology anymore - it's now leading it.From Talent to Product PowerhouseBehind Pe...
India, Nov. 28 -- Breast cancer has emerged as the most common cancer among women in India, with Hyderabad recording the highest incidence rates in the country. The contrast with the USA, where rates have remained stable and screening is widespread, underscores a public health emergency for urban India. Alarming Trends — Why Hyderabad Leads the Nation India's national average for breast cancer incidence has surged by 21% over the past two decades, rising from 22 to 26.6 cases per 100,000 women...
Dubai, Nov. 28 -- Dubai-based AGN IT Services LLC becomes an authorized Zoho Partner, expanding its digital transformation and automation solutions for SMEs in the Gulf region. AGN IT Services, a leading UAE-based IT and automation consultancy, has officially become a Zoho Partner for the GCC region, solidifying its mission to deliver powerful business automation solutions to SMBs across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). With over 23 years of software-develo...
India, Oct. 31 -- As the textile world pivots from tradition to technology, Orange O Tec Pvt. Ltd. has emerged as one of the key players leading this transition in India. In a conversation with Textile Insights, Aayush Rathi, Director of Orange O Tec, discusses how innovation, sustainability, and the company's 'Make in India' approach are shaping the digital future of textile printing. What is driving the shift from traditional to digital textile printing, and how does Orange O Tec fit into thi...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 31 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: The tranquil hill capital of Kandy is currently abuzz with cinematic energy, playing host to one of Indian cinema's most renowned names, Ram Charan. The acclaimed actor is in the city for a major film production, representing a significant collaboration between Indian and Sri Lankan film crews. For the duration of their stay, Ram Charan, his staff, and key production members had chosen The Grand Kandyan hote...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 31 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Amidst unfavourable weather conditions, the multiday fishing trawler 'Keshan Putha I' capsized approximately 354 nautical miles (about 655km) off the coast of Hambantota. Responding promptly, the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo coordinated the rescue of 04 fishermen from the distressed trawler. Acting on the directives, the Sri Lanka Navy promptly deployed SLNS Sindural...