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June 17, 2025

BTS: Full return right around the corner

BTS in action soon!

Jimin and Jung Kook of the K-pop band BTS were officially discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military service, on 11th June, marking a major step forward in the group’s long-awaited reunion.

With their discharge, six of the seven BTS members have now completed their service obligations, with only SUGA currently fulfilling his alternative service as a social worker. His discharge is expected later this month.

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The rules-based order

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News of IMF delegation's visit to SL brings cheer to bourse

The CSE commenced trading yesterday on a negative note due to profit-takings but later turned positive, when sections of the media reported that an IMF delegation is to visit Sri Lanka next week to facilitate the fifth review of the extended fund facility to Sri Lanka.

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Speaker holds bilateral talks in India

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'Turn your passion for technology into a globally recognised career'

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Call for stepped-up economic engagement between SL and Maldives

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Planning vacation

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UNDP's assessment confirms widespread economic fallout from Cyclone Ditwah

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January 17, 2026

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Police step up crackdown on organised crime after securing 95 Interpol Red Notices

Police have stepped up their crackdown on organised crime, after securing Interpol Red Notices for 95 suspects believed to be hiding overseas.

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