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November 17, 2025

Alleging that the NPP government’s Budget 2026 has completely neglected medical specialists and their efforts to convince the powers that be to take remedial measures failed, the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to launch strike today at 8.00 am.

GMOA Secretary Dr. Prabath Sugathadasa has said the governm

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Sajith points to irregularities in coal procurement deals

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Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told

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Beware of risk of misuse of lost or stolen mobile phones if they fall into wrong hands

Police yesterday issued a public advisory highlighting the growing number of complaints related to lost, misplaced, and stolen mobile phones reported daily to police stations across the country.

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Flora Tissues earns prestigious Superbrand status for second time

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Russia faces Ukraine casualties, broken communications and total oil band

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Mild Earth to take Sri Lankan spices to global stage with ‘Wild Mist Water’

Sri Lanka may give the world another refreshing hot beverage, this one brewed from some of the country’s most iconic spices, that could, in time, match the country’s best-known export, tea, thanks to the vision of an enterprising young marketing professional.

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Paul Stirling ruled out of World Cup with knee injury

Paul Stirling, the captain of Ireland, has been ruled out of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, after suffering a knee injury, Cricket Ireland announced on Friday.

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Vehicle permit revival threatens governance credibility - Advocata

Advocata warns revival of vehicle permits threatens governance credibility, public trust and economic reform and strongly cautions against government consideration to allow vehicle imports for high-ranking government officials who received permits upon retirement.

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