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Minister Wijepala tells Parliament arrests imminent over killing of Weligama PS Chairman
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala yesterday told Parliament that arrests were imminent in connection with the assassination of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha PS) Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara, who was gunned down on Wednesday inside the PS.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
National Economic Census next month
A national economic census will be conducted next month, covering all sectors of the economy, according to the Census and Statistics Department.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
On Progressing
Sri Lanka is 'the canary in the coalmine' of fossil powered economic growth, which promises 'development'. The pain of withdrawal will be felt from the cooking fires of its homes, to the national energy grids. But will those profiting from the trade in fossil energy, allow any movement to cease this addiction to fossil fuels and choose a new paradigm for growth and development. The support that the government provides for non-fossil energy will indicate its commitment to the Sustainable Development of the nation.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Chamara raises matter of privilege accusing Shritharan of having attempted to obstruct inquiry
Badulla District NDF MP Chamara Sampath Dasanayake yesterday raised a matter of privilege in Parliament, accusing MP Sivagnanam Shritharan, a member of the Constitutional Council (CC) of violating parliamentary conduct and privileges.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Teacher unions urge public not to believe govt.'s promise that it won't close small schools
Teacher unions have urged the public to look beyond Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya's assurances that no schools will be closed under the government's new education reforms.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
AYU – A Review
We next see Ayu when Nishmi is doing her ward round in hospital, and she/we observe an empty bed with a bed sheet carelessly left behind.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
England claim series after rain ruins Auckland decider
England claimed the spoils in their T20I series against New Zealand, after the third and final match at Auckland went the same way as the series opener in Christchurch — lost to the weather as steady early-season rain swept in to curtail the contest after just 3.4 overs.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Mahindra Ideal Finance strengthens financial access for Sri Lanka's working entrepreneurs
Sri Lankans across the island rely on three-wheelers, vans, motorbikes, and small trucks not just for transport, but for income.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Würth Lanka partners David Pieris’ “SpeedBay Circuit” as Platinum Partner
Wiirth Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, one of the leading brands in the automotive aftermarket space, recently partnered with “SpeedBay”, David Pieris Group of Companies’ motorsport arm as its “Platinum Partner”, enhancing its presence at the SpeedBay go-kart racing circuits at Pearl Bay in Bandaragama and Port City in Colombo.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Profit-takings derail bourse's bullish run but investor optimism prevails
CSE trading was extremely bullish at first but later indicated mixed reactions due to profittakings during the latter part of the session.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Yodhasinghe, Amasha among Sri Lanka hopefuls bidding for fastest athlete titles
Sri Lankan contingent of more than 50 athletes will have quite a challange in recovering fast from their long journey when the fourth edition of the South Asian Senior Athletics Championship commences at Birsa Munda Stadium in Ranchi, India today.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Keells and Uber Eats partner to bring on-demand grocery delivery to Sri Lankan homes
Uber Eats and Keells have partnered to launch on-demand delivery of groceries, household items, fresh produce and more from Keells outlets across Sri Lanka.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Sri Lanka: 30% of stroke patients are between 20 and 60 years of age
Authorities warn ahead of World Stroke Day that one out of every four people will suffer a stroke
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Three-day security sweep of parliament complex ahead of Budget presentation by President on Nov 07
A special three-day security inspection would be carried out at the Parliament complex in early November ahead of the presentation of the 2026 Budget, Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne informed the House yesterday (23).
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October 24, 2025
The Island
England win series vs New Zealand after rain ruins third T20
England's third T20 against New Zealand was washed out by rain in Auckland, giving Harry Brook's side a 1-0 series victory.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
India may sharply cut Russian oil purchases to avoid sanctions: Report
According to Reuters, India’s state-owned refiners have begun reviewing supply arrangements
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Chocoholics Café announces first international expansion with entry into Saudi Arabia
Chocoholics, Sri Lanka’s premium dessert café brand renowned for its Belgian chocolate creations, today announced its first international expansion with plans to open outlets in Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of a broader global journey.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
SL's economic growth expected to remain healthy and sustainable
Sri Lanka is on course to meet its inflation and financial stability targets by next year, with economic growth projected to remain healthy and sustainable, Central Bank Governor Dr Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Lanka to sign UN Convention against Cybercrimes
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to a proposal to sign the United Nations Convention against Cybercrimes (UNCC).
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October 24, 2025
The Island
CA to deliver ruling on controversial transfer ordered by Foreign Ministry
The Court of Appeal yesterday (23) fixed December 8 to deliver its ruling on the petition challenging the removal of B.R.P.M.A. Devendra from his post as Minister at Sri Lanka’s Consulate General Office in Melbourne, Australia.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Trump sanctions two Russian oil companies, hopes Ukraine ‘war will be settled’
IANS: For the first time in his second term, US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on Russia, targeting its two largest oil companies, in his latest bid to end the conflict in Ukraine.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Harmer spins South Africa to series-levelling win in Rawalpindi
Simon Harmer took his 1000th first class wicket
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Multi-stakeholder dialogue on dairy sector development
DevPro, (the legacy organization of OXFAM in Sri Lanka) recently convened a Roundtable Discussion on ‘Unlocking Sri Lanka’s Dairy Potential’ with the participation of government, private sector, development partners and others.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Canada, Lanka to boost agri ties
The High Commission of Canada in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, in collaboration with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC), yesterday announced the visit of a Canadian Agricultural Mission to Sri Lanka from October 27 to 31, 2025.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
'A matter of survival': In Colombo, incoming CJI urges India, Sri Lanka to be 'guardians' of Indian Ocean
(Firstpost) Justice Surya Kant, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court of India and soon to be the next Chief Justice of India (CJI), has strongly advocated for the judiciaries of India and Sri Lanka to jointly champion a model of “regional environmental constitutionalism.”
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October 24, 2025
The Island
672 acres held by military in North and East during the war released
Deputy Minister of Defence retired Major General Aruna Jayasekara told parliament yesterday that around 672 acres of land controlled by the military in the North and East for several years have been released to its previous owners
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Senaka Kakiriwaragodage appointed Director of the Colombo Stock Exchange
Senaka Kakiriwaragodage, CFA, was appointed to the Board of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) with effect from 03/10/2025.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
After being caught out in the rain ...
When you've been caught out in the rain and feel the chill creeping in, it's wise to take action — not because the rain itself causes a cold, but because being wet and cold for a while can weaken your defences.
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October 24, 2025
The Island
Aberdeen Holdings' Snehadhana Foundation expands its outreach with the launch of the School Meal Support Project
Child malnutrition remains one of Sri Lanka's most pressing social challenges, one that hinders not only children's physical health but also their ability to learn, grow, and dream.
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October 23, 2025
The Island
Police say four teams assigned to probe Weligama killing
Police Spokesman, Assistant Superintendent of Police, Attorney-at-Law F.U. Wootler, yesterday (22) said that four police teams had been assigned to investigate the killing of Weligama PS Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara.
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