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Within a week, the President of Sri Lanka will pick a new Prime Minister and cabinet.

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Within a week, the President of Sri Lanka will pick a new Prime Minister and cabinet.

As the island struggles to cope with its political and economic crises, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said on Wednesday that he will appoint a new Prime Minister with a parliamentary majority and a Cabinet of Ministers within a week.

“I am taking steps to form a new government to control the current situation and prevent the country from descending into anarchy,” he said in a televised address, two days after his older brother Mahinda Rajapaksa resigned as Prime Minister amid violent attacks by ruling party supporters.

Mr. Gotabaya also met with former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday and discussed the possibility of appointing him as Premier if a majority of lawmakers in Parliament support the move, according to sources familiar with their conversation. Mr. Wickremesinghe is considering the option, according to a reliable source who asked not to be identified due to the sensitivity of the talks, which are taking place in the midst of a severe economic crisis and ongoing political gridlock.

Mr. Wickremesinghe is currently the lone parliamentarian of the United National Party, which split after his former deputy Sajith Premadasa formed the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB or United People’s Force), which is now the main Opposition party. Mr. Premadasa, the opposition leader, has stated that he will not accept any position under President Gotabaya, who is widely despised, as citizens struggle to meet basic needs such as food, fuel, cooking gas, and medicines. They blame the Rajapaksas for the country’s economic collapse and their misery.

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If willing, Mr. Wickremesinghe will need support from both the ruling and opposition camps to gain a majority in the 225-member legislature and form government. Mr. Gotabaya, who has been widely chastised for his “failed” crisis response, would still be his boss. Citizens groups across the country have been agitating for months, demanding his resignation, and demonstrators have been protesting near his sea-facing office in Colombo for more than a month.

Mr. Gotabaya also promised to amend the Constitution to give Parliament more powers, something Mr. Mahinda had proposed in Parliament just weeks before resigning. The proposal would effectively undo legislation passed by his government that gave the Executive President more power and immunity.

“I will give the new government and PM the opportunity to begin a new programme to move the country forward,” Mr. Gotabaya said. The President stated that once “stability” is restored, he will discuss abolishing the Executive Presidency, which is one of the main demands of anti-government protesters and opposition parties.

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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