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Oct 02 2024 October 2, 2024 April 6, 2026 1Comment 8:55 am
Iran launches over 180 missiles at Israel, escalating regional tensions

Iran fires over 180 missiles at Israel in retaliation, escalating regional tensions

October 2, 2024 - 8:55 am

Iran fired over 180 missiles at Israel in a large attack, raising fears of a regional war.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 1Comment 9:12 pm
JICA delegation with Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, Secretary to the President of Sri Lanka

Second phase of BIA development project restarts with JICA support

October 1, 2024 - 9:12 pm

The second phase of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) Development Project has commenced again, thanks to support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 8:18 pm
Nimal Siripala De Silva

Why Nimal Siripala cannot leave politics

October 1, 2024 - 8:18 pm

Former Sri Lankan Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva says he is ready to retire from politics without any issues.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 5:28 pm
Sri Lanka Rupee vs US Dollar

Sri Lankan Rupee appreciated against U.S. Dollar on October 1, 2024

October 1, 2024 - 5:28 pm

The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) has appreciated against the US Dollar (USD) today (October 1), as per the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 2:18 pm
Red bus

4.24% bus fare reduction in Sri Lanka following fuel price drop

October 1, 2024 - 2:18 pm

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that bus fares in Sri Lanka will be reduced by 4.24%, effective from midnight today (October 1).

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 1Comment 2:00 pm
Russian Ambassador Levan S. Dzhagaryan with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

Russian President invites Sri Lankan President to BRICS summit

October 1, 2024 - 2:00 pm

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a message to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, expressing hope that the relationship between the two countries would grow stronger under his leadership.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 11:39 am
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in a discussion

Sri Lankan President suspends grade 5 scholarship exam evaluations

October 1, 2024 - 11:39 am

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to suspend the evaluation of the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination answer scripts for two weeks.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 11:28 am
Lotus Tower in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka to reassess privileges for presidents, ministers, and parliament members

October 1, 2024 - 11:28 am

Cabinet approval has been granted to review the entitlements, allowances, and privileges of Members of Parliament, Ministers, and former Presidents of Sri Lanka.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 11:05 am
U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung meets Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung meets Sri Lankan President to strengthen partnership

October 1, 2024 - 11:05 am

U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (October 1) to reaffirm the enduring partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 10:55 am
Department of Immigration & Emigration Sri Lanka

Nilusha Balasooriya appointed Acting Controller General of Immigration and Emigration

October 1, 2024 - 10:55 am

The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved the appointment of Ms. B.M.D. Nilusha Balasooriya as the Acting Controller General of Immigration and Emigration, effective immediately.

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:21 am
Election in Sri Lanka

Postal vote applications for Sri Lanka’s 2024 General Election open today

October 1, 2024 - 9:21 am

The acceptance of postal vote applications for the general election in Sri Lanka starts today (October 01).

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Oct 01 2024 October 1, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 8:38 am
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's speech

Sri Lanka President urges collective action for a happier, healthier childhood

October 1, 2024 - 8:38 am

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Children’s Day 2024 message, highlighted the challenges faced by today’s children, including poverty, malnutrition, and educational inequalities.

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Sep 30 2024 September 30, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:46 pm
Fuel crisis in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka revises fuel prices from October 1, 2024

September 30, 2024 - 9:46 pm

Fuel prices in Sri Lanka have been revised, effective from October 1, 2024.

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Sep 30 2024 September 30, 2024 April 6, 2026 1Comment 5:51 pm
107 returned vehicles near the President's office, Sri Lanka

President’s office releases full list of 107 returned vehicles and their previous users

September 30, 2024 - 5:51 pm

The Office of the President of Sri Lanka has issued a statement regarding vehicles parked near the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.

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Sep 30 2024 September 30, 2024 April 6, 2026 1Comment 11:01 am
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake signs

Sri Lankan President allocates Rs. 11 Billion for upcoming General Election

September 30, 2024 - 11:01 am

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has released Rs. 11 billion for the upcoming general election in Sri Lanka.

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Sep 30 2024 September 30, 2024 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:01 am
Gun shooting

Man hospitalized after police open fire on suspicious vehicle in Panadura

September 30, 2024 - 9:01 am

A person has been hospitalized after being injured in a police-involved shooting on Thotupola Road in the Pallimulla area of Panadura.

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