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TN: Vijay hunts for allies amid Governor's caution
In a dramatic twist to Tamil Nadu's political saga, actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) remains locked in a high-stakes battle to form the government following the April 23 assembly elections.
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May 08, 2026
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Siam City Cement (Lanka) officially enters into Memorandum of Understanding with Chief Secretary of Southern Province
The MoU was signed by Thusith Gunawarnasuriya (CEO, Siam City Cement (Lanka) Ltd) and Chandima C. Muhandiramge (Chief Secretary, Southern Province), under the patronage of Governor Prof.
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May 08, 2026
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Home gardening must shift from production fix to nutrition strategy – Prof. Marambe
The notion that home gardening can be treated as a blanket remedy for Sri Lanka's deepening agricultural crisis is fundamentally misplaced, Senior Professor of Crop Science at the University of Peradeniya, Buddhi Marambe has warned.
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May 08, 2026
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British Council launches new position paper calling for language-responsive education systems
The British Council has launched a new global position paper advocating for language-responsive education systems that better reflect the linguistic realities of learners and support more inclusive, equitable and effective education.
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May 08, 2026
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Ex-Srilankan Chief faces arrest warrant over unsuitable sureties
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday issued a warrant for the arrest of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena over alleged violations of court-imposed bail conditions in connection with the production of allegedly unsuitable sureties.
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May 08, 2026
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Renewable energy producers left high and dry as CEB prioritises spending on oil-fired power plants
Norochcholai coal supply scam
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May 08, 2026
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Sacred Heights, Fragile Ground: Why Sri Pada Must Not Be Reduced to a Profit Project
Sri Pada is not merely a scenic mountain or a tourism asset; it is one of Sri Lanka’s most sacred living landscapes and among its most significant biodiversity strongholds.
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May 08, 2026
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SC orders EC to conduct elections for Kalmunai MC and Sainthamaruthu UC
The Supreme Court yesterday directed the Election Commission to take necessary steps in accordance with the law to conduct elections for the Kalmunai Municipal Council and the Sainthamaruthu Urban Council.
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May 08, 2026
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YUGA PURUSHA Rabindranath Tagore
Fifty years ago, I wrote commentaries on each poem in Gitanjali, from which those lines are taken.
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May 08, 2026
The Island
White House claims America's war with Iran is over, but tensions continue in Strait of Hormuz
The White House is insisting that America's conflict with Iran is effectively over, even as tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz and missiles are still being fired.
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May 08, 2026
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Questions raised over Govt.'s U-turn on Indian digital ID deal
Questions were raised yesterday over the government's move to award Sri Lanka’s proposed digital identity card project to an Indian company despite strong objections previously voiced by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake while in the Opposition.
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May 08, 2026
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Palm leaf manuscripts of Sri Lanka - 1
Palm leaf manuscripts have been in existence in Sri Lanka since ancient times.
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May 08, 2026
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Electricity tariff hike raises questions over fuel pricing transparency
The much discussed latest electricity tariff debate has taken a controversial turn, with senior power sector officials and independent energy analysts questioning whether opaque fuel pricing mechanisms are artificially inflating the cost of electricity generation while shielding politically sensitive petroleum losses.
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May 08, 2026
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NCC marks its 145th anniversary
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) commemorated its 145th anniversary with a series of religious observances and ceremonial events held on April 28 and 29, invoking blessings for the institution and paying tribute to cadets and officers who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
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May 08, 2026
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Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited strengthens No. 1 position
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first General Insurance (GI) company in Sri Lanka to surpass LKR 30 billion in Gross Written Premium (GWP).
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May 08, 2026
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A new Sherlock Holmes novel
Tales of Mystery and Suspense - 1
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May 08, 2026
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BETSS.COM powers Sri Lanka’s horse racing with landmark three-year sponsorship
BETSS.COM, the digital platform of Sporting Star, is ushering Sri Lanka’s horse racing into a new era through a landmark three-year title sponsorship of the BetSS Governor's Cup and BetSS Queen’s Cup.
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May 08, 2026
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India to host Zimbabwe for maiden women's bilateral series
The India and Zimbabwe women's teams are all set to play an international fixture against each other for the first time when Zimbabwe tour India for white-ball fixtures this October.
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May 08, 2026
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ADT’s widespread relief and recovery efforts after Ditwah
In the aftermath of devastating floods that displaced entire communities across the country, the Alliance Development Trust (ADT) has emerged as a key actor in relief, recovery, and long-term rebuilding efforts, reaching thousands of affected families across multiple districts.
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May 08, 2026
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Vijay’s TVK Shatters Tamil Nadu’s Dravidian Duopoly: A New Era for India and Sri Lanka
In one of the most dramatic political upheavals in southern India in over half a century, actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, winning 108 of 234 seats in the April 23 elections.
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May 08, 2026
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Air Force honours medal winners of Asian Beach Games
The SLAF recognized its outstanding athletes who brought international acclaim by securing medals at the Asian Beach Games 2026 in China.
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May 08, 2026
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Q4 earnings of companies expected to be reasonably good; retail investors returning to CSE
Fourth quarter earnings of most companies are expected to be satisfactory, despite West Asian tensions, Softlogic Stockbrokers’ Vice President Eardly Kern said.
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May 08, 2026
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Australia to tour Pakistan for three ODIs in May-June
Australia are set to tour Pakistan for a three-match ODI series starting May 30.
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May 08, 2026
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Professor Deepika Udagama and Ambassador Esala Weerakoon join the RCSS Board
The Regional Centre for Strategic Studies (RCSS) welcomed Prof. Deepika Udagama and Ambassador (Retd.) Esala Weerakoon to its Board of Directors, at its meeting held on 30 April 2026.
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May 08, 2026
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Bathing at night
Whether one should take a bath at night, and whether it should be hot or cold, has long been debated among doctors, sleep specialists and wellness enthusiasts.
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May 08, 2026
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Double wicket cricket tournament promises fun-filled affair
The Double Wicket Cricket Tournament, set to be worked off for the third time later this month, is gathering plenty of momentum with 24 teams set to be in the fray this year, organisers Lanka Heritage Cricket Club announced during a media briefing in Colombo on Wednesday.
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May 08, 2026
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Building a sustainable future for Sri Lanka's construction industry
Sri Lanka's construction industry has long been a central pillar of sustainable development.
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May 08, 2026
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Tokyo Cement kicks off 'Ivuru Rakina Pawuru' with New Zealand Rugby
Tokyo Cement Group, in collaboration with the Mahaweli Authority, launched the 2026 tree-planting season of the Ivuru Rakina Pawuru project near the Polgolla Dam in Kandy, joined by members of the touring New Zealand Under-85kg rugby team.
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May 08, 2026
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Gazette on VAT amendments issued
The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has issued a Gazette notification, detailing amendments to the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, which are scheduled to come into effect from July 1, 2026.
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May 04, 2026
The Island
USD 3.7 bn H'tota refinery: China won't launch project without bigger local market share
China has declared that China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation (SINOPEC) will not proceed with the USD 3.7 bn Hambantota oil refinery project unless a consensus could be reached on the percentage of the output that could be sold in the local market.
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