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Iranian warship saga: Weerawansa points finger at India, raises questions over U.S. role
A fierce political storm erupted in Colombo on Saturday after former minister and National Freedom Front leader Wimal Weerawansa accused India of drawing Sri Lanka into the unfolding crisis involving Iranian naval vessels in the Indian Ocean.
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March 09, 2026
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Human-Elephant conflict in Sri Lanka
‘uman-elephant conflict (HEC) in Sri Lanka results in significant loss of human life, elephant deaths, and extensive damage to crops and property.
7 min |
March 09, 2026
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Illegal Bus Halt at Gate Number 11 of NHSL
There is an unofficial bus halt at Gate Number 11 of the National Hospital at the 90-degree bend at the Prof.
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March 09, 2026
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DIMO Academy launches German Logistics Diploma with guaranteed Jobs
DIMO Academy, the vocational education arm of DIMO, has introduced a German Diploma in Warehouse Operations, Logistics and Transportation (WOLT) offering 100% guaranteed job opportunities in Germany upon successful completion.
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March 09, 2026
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The ‘Patil Effect’ in an age of thinking
When Claude Shannon and Warren Weaver proposed their famous communication model in 1948, they could hardly have imagined that one day machines would not just transmit messages but generate poetry, draft policy briefs, write computer code, and even debate philosophy.
4 min |
March 09, 2026
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Lanka to treat Iranian sailors under international law
(UCAN) Sri Lanka will treat Iranian sailors, rescued from a torpedoed frigate, according to international law, a Minister said on Saturday, following reports Washington was pressuring Colombo to not repatriate them.
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March 09, 2026
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ICC postpones March 25-27 Doha meeting; may reschedule it in April
The meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC), scheduled for March 25-27 in Doha, Qatar, has been postponed in view of the ongoing war in the region.
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March 09, 2026
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Karalis and Guttormsen clear 6.06m in Rouen
Emmanouil Karalis and Sondre Guttormsen both cleared 6.06m at the Perche Elite Tour in Rouen as a historic season for the men’s pole vault continued at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Silver meeting on Saturday (7).
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March 09, 2026
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Berendina secures dual recognition at CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2025
Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited (BMIC) and Berendina Development Services (Guarantee) Limited (BDS) have both received Bronze Awards at the CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2025.
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March 09, 2026
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St. Sebastian's-Prince of Wales Big Match ends in draw
The traditional Big Match between St. Sebastian's College Moratuwa and Prince of Wales' College Moratuwa ended in a draw after an absorbing contest at De Soysa Stadium Moratuwa on Sunday.
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March 09, 2026
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Health benefits of avoiding processed food
Avoiding processed food products can bring significant health benefits and contribute to long term physical well-being.
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March 09, 2026
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Maqara emerges as top Colombo dining spot
A subsidiary of Chinese Dragon Cafe Group
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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Winds of Change: Geopolitics at the crossroads of South and Southeast Asia
Asanga Abeyagoonasekera’s latest book is a comprehensive account of international relations in the regions it covers, with particular reference to current rivalries between India and China and the United States.
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March 09, 2026
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CMTA warns buyers of long-term costs hidden in reconditioned vehicle imports
The Ceylon Motor Traders' Association (CMTA) has issued a stark cautionary note to prospective vehicle buyers, warning that the initial price advantage of reconditioned imports often masks significant long-term financial risks.
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March 09, 2026
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ComBank and David Pieris Automobiles join forces for attractive leasing packages
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered a strategic partnership with David Pieris Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd to offer specially structured leasing packages for GWM and BAIC vehicles, the companies announced.
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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Brandix targets 27% women in leadership by 2027
Through its IDEA initiative, Brandix has set a clear target: 27% women in leadership by 2027, proving that systemic support creates an environment where everyone can thrive.
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March 09, 2026
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Foxygen brings in Ozone's architectural hardware solutions
Foxygen has announced the launch of Ozone's architectural hardware solutions in Sri Lanka as the exclusive distributor and channel partner, at the Architects Exhibition held at BMICH.
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March 09, 2026
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SLPL 2026 cements Sri Lanka as South Asia's emerging franchise padel destination
The Sri Lanka Padel League (SLPL) returns for its second season from 19th to 21st June 2026 at Padel House, solidifying the nation’s status as South Asia’s rising hub for franchise padel.
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March 09, 2026
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Workers’ remittances reach USD 729 mn in Feb.
Sri Lanka received USD 729 million in workers’ remittances in February 2026, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
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March 09, 2026
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Central stage dramatic final day fightback to win Battle of the North
Central College produced a remarkable final day comeback to win the Battle of the North Big Match, defeating St. John's College by three wickets after an outstanding eighth-wicket partnership between Murali Thison and Jesuthasan Nitharsan.
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March 09, 2026
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Four Lankans injured in ME conflict: Deputy Minister
Four Sri Lankans have been injured in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra said yesterday.
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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ICC rejects claims of 'bias' over World Cup travel
The International Cricket Council has defended its attempts to fly teams home from the T20 World Cup and has \"categorically\" refuted \"any claims of bias\".
2 min |
March 09, 2026
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Colombo, Jakarta explore maritime security cooperation
Sri Lanka and Indonesia have initiated discussions on structured cooperation between their maritime security agencies, focusing on search and rescue operations, disaster relief and maritime surveillance.
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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Pay attention or pay the price: Sri Lanka's maritime imperative in a fractured ocean
Sri Lanka stands at a geopolitical crossroads where geography is both its greatest asset and its most vulnerable liability.
3 min |
March 09, 2026
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Spa Ceylon launches initiative to support women entrepreneurs
Spa Ceylon has unveiled 'Her Business Matters’, a nationwide initiative running throughout March 2026 to provide growth support for women-led businesses in Sri Lanka.
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March 09, 2026
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DLS method custodian Prof. Steven Stern to visit Sri Lanka for academic series
Sirus Migration and Education has announced that renowned statistician and custodian of the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) Method, Professor Steven Stern, will visit Sri Lanka from 11th to 14th March 2026 for a multi-day academic engagement series.
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March 09, 2026
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Iran close to announcing Khamenei's successor as Israel attacks oil depot in Tehran
We won't bow to US and Israel pressure: Iranian President
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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Bowler makes history with five wickets in five balls
New Zealander Brett Randell has become the first bowler in the 254-year history of first-class cricket to take five wickets in five balls.
1 min |
March 09, 2026
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Navy, Police seize 368 kg of foreign cannabis in Kayts
The contraband taken into custody
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March 09, 2026
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Gilgeous-Alexander closes in on Chamberlain record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander moved to within two games of breaking a decades-old NBA record as he scored 27 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 104-97 home win over the Golden State Warriors.
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