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Sri Lanka Arrests 9 Indian Fishermen, Seizes Trawler Near Talaimannar
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July 23, 2026July 23, 2026International, National

Sri Lanka Arrests 9 Indian Fishermen, Seizes Trawler Near Talaimannar

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Key Highlights Nine Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy near Talaimannar. Authorities also seized one Indian fishing trawler during the operation. The Navy alleged the fishermen crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line and entered Sri Lankan waters. The latest incident has renewed attention on the long-running Palk Strait fishing dispute. The Sri...

10,000-km Rain Band Stretches From India to South Korea, Boosts Monsoon
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July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Science & Technology

10,000-km Rain Band Stretches From India to South Korea, Boosts Monsoon

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A massive 10,000-kilometre-long rain band stretching from north India to South Korea has been captured in the latest satellite imagery, marking one of the most active phases of the 2026 southwest monsoon. The sprawling cloud formation, known as a monsoon convergence zone, extends across northern India, the Himalayas, China and East Asia, creating a nearly...