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OCT

Namal not to contest, goes on National List

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has announced its 29-member National List for the upcoming General Election.

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OCT

690 nomination papers accepted, 74 rejected

The Election Commission confirmed that 690 nomination papers from political parties and independent groups have been accepted for the 2024 General

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OCT

President holds virtual discussion with Samantha Power

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake conducted a virtual discussion today (11) with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International

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OCT

Former Deputy Minister W.B. Ekanayake dies at 76

Former Anuradhapura district MP and Deputy Minister W.B. Ekanayake passed away at the age of 76.

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OCT

Strong winds, rough seas from Beruwala to Pottuvil

The Meteorology Department has issued a warning for seafarers regarding strong winds and rough seas along the coast from Beruwala to Galle and Pottuvil,

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OCT

Tennis legend Nadal confirms retirement

Rafael Nadal announced on Thursday he will retire from professional tennis after the Davis

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OCT

Anupa Pasqual’s two bank accounts frozen

The Colombo High Court issued an order freezing two bank accounts belonging to former State Minister Anupa Pasqual, for three months.

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OCT

Landslides warnings issued for three districts

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) issued early warning today for landslides in the Galle, Kalutara and Matara districts.

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OCT

Wimal’s party not to contest general election

Announcing that the National Freedom Front (NFF) will not contest the general elections, its leader Wimal Weerawansa

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OCT

Bus catches fire at Madampe

A private bus travelling from Colombo to Embilipitiya caught fire at the Madampe area this morning, police said.

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OCT

Travel ban imposed on Johnston

The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court issued an order preventing former Parliamentarian Johnston Fernando

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OCT

Indian tycoon Ratan Tata dies

The Indian tycoon Ratan Tata, who is credited with transforming the Tata Group into a globally renowned

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OCT

Florida faces ’matter of life and death’ as Hurricane Milton closes in

Florida residents are rushing to finish emergency preparations - or just leave - as Hurricane Milton races

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OCT

U.S. Admiral to arrive in Sri Lanka today

Admiral Steve Koehler, a 4-star U.S. Navy Admiral and Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet,

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OCT

Govt. suspends selling of Nuwara Eliya post office premises

The government has decided to suspend the decision taken by the previous government to provide

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OCT

Concerns raised over disease spreading among pigs

Health authorities have sounded the alarm over the spread of a viral disease called 'Porcine

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OCT

Pope Francis conveys greetings to Anura Kumara on his victory

The Vatican Ambassador, Reverend Dr. Brian Udaigwe met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake,

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OCT

Three-wheeler fares revised

The Western Province Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority has announced a revision of three-wheeler

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OCT

New Board of Directors appointed for SriLankan Airlines

A new Board of Directors has been appointed for SriLankan Airlines with Sarath Ganegoda as the Chairman.

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OCT

German national acquitted from ecstasy pills, cocaine case

The Colombo High Court acquitted and discharged Ronald Daniel Gomaz, a Sri Lankan born German national, from two charges of

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OCT

IMF, USAID ready to offer financial support to Sri Lanka - US

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the United States Agency for International Development

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OCT

Government to oppose UNHRC resolution 51/1: Foreign Minister

Sri Lanka will continue to oppose the 51/1 resolution of the draft resolution of the United Nations Human Rights

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OCT

Deadline for postal voting applications extended

The Election Commission announced that the deadline for accepting applications for postal

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OCT

Deadline for postal voting applications extended

The Election Commission announced that the deadline for accepting applications for postal

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OCT

SL bags major public health achievement awards from WHO

Sri Lanka has been recognized for its strides in public health, receiving two awards from the World Health Organization

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OCT

Mental health of school children is a major issue in the education system - PM

The mental health of school children has become a major issue due to the existing education system, the

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OCT

Amaraweera’s official residence handed over to Sirimavo Girl’s College

Former Agriculture and Plantation Industries Minister Mahinda Amaraweera vacated his official residence at Paget Road, Colombo 7, today.

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OCT

Sri Lanka’s new government pledges review of Adani wind project

Sri Lanka’s new government said it will review a wind power deal with the Adani Group, throwing a fresh hurdle for the Indian

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OCT

Acting IGP gives two-week deadline to investigate into minor complaints

Acting Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya has directed that minor complaints

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OCT

Woman’s death at Wijaya K hospital - No vaccine administered - Hospital

While saying that a comprehensive investigation is underway into the tragic death of a 24-year-old woman

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OCT

Hambantota Port sees 40% increase in RORO transshipment

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has marked a 40 percent increase in roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vehicles

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OCT

Candidates urged to declare assets and liabilities

The candidates contesting the forthcoming parliamentary elections are urged to submit their declaration

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OCT

Landslide warning issued for Galle, Kalutara

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a Level II landslide warning for

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OCT

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed men’s cricket head coach for 1.5 years

The Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially appointed Sanath Jayasuriya

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OCT

Piyumi Hansamali questioned

Model and actress Piyumi Hansamali has been questioned by the Illegal Assets division of police yesterday.

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OCT

Over 300 Police personnel transferred from Presidential Security Division

A total of 307 police personnel have been transferred from the Presidential Security Division

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OCT

Showers exceeding 100 mm expected today

Heavy showers exceeding 100 mm are expected in several parts of the country today, as the

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OCT

Foreigners netted in major online financial scam

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested a group of foreigners involved in an online

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OCT

Pakistani prisoners return home from SL

Pakistani prisoners as many as 56 who have been imprisoned in Sri Lanka for several years will return home via chartered plane.

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OCT

Import levy hike on potatoes, big onions

The Finance Ministry has increased the special import levy on potatoes and big onions.

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