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Night of Light, Culture, and Connection

The Island

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October 23, 2025

While we, in Sri Lanka, celebrated Diwali on 20th October, it was a different scene in Melbourne, Australia, where this festival was celebrated on a grand scale on Friday, 03rd October.

Night of Light, Culture, and Connection

The celebrations were organised by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) and quite a few prominent Sri Lankans, in Melbourne, were invited as special guests.

Reports coming my way indicate that the spirit of Diwali shone brightly at this event that brought together over 800 guests from diverse cultural backgrounds, creating an atmosphere of unity, joy, and vibrant celebration.

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The Island

Exterminators PLC launches portable UV LED mosquito killer for travel and outdoor living

Exterminators PLC, the pioneering Sri Lankan pest control leader, has partnered with UK-based Sentario Limited to introduce the Insect-O-Cutor Nomad, a highly portable solution for mosquito control designed for life on the go.

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1 min

March 02, 2026

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Metropolitan & Canon debut ‘groundbreaking’ cinema tech with local short film 'Little Life'

Metropolitan Technologies has marked a pivotal moment for Sri Lankan cinema by introducing advanced digital cinematography technology through the theatrical premiere of the short film Little Life.

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1 min

March 02, 2026

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A life in colour and song: Rajika Gamage's new bird guide captures Sri Lanka's avian soul

Sri Lanka wakes each morning to wings.

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5 mins

March 02, 2026

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The Island

Israel resumes attacks as Iran vows to avenge supreme leader's death

Iran begins 40-day mourning after Khamenei killed in US-Israeli attack President Pezeshkian condemns killing as 'a great crime'

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3 mins

March 02, 2026

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The Island

Iran strikes could add external pressure on Sri Lanka’s fragile recovery: Analyst

The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have reignited geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, stoking fears of a broader conflict that could disrupt critical energy supply routes particularly the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply flows.

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2 mins

March 02, 2026

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NSC condemns unprovoked Israeli-US war on Iran

Condemning the US-Israel attack on Iran, the National Shoora Council yesterday (1) warned that Sri Lanka would be among many countries that were certain to be badly affected by the latest war launched by the US and Israel.

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1 mins

March 02, 2026

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Govt. on alert over Middle East tensions; safety of Sri Lankans top priority

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism yesterday said it was closely monitoring the evolving security situation in the Middle East, stressing that the safety and well-being of nearly one million Sri Lankans living and working in the region remained the government's top priority.

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1 min

March 02, 2026

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EU steps up humanitarian assistance for Lanka with additional €1 million

The European Union has allocated an additional Euro 1 million (over LKR 370 million) to address the continuing humanitarian impact of Tropical Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka.

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1 min

March 02, 2026

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The Island

Letting go: A Buddhist perspective

Buddhism, one of the world's oldest religions, offers profound insights into the nature of existence and the ways we can alleviate our suffering.

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4 mins

March 02, 2026

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The Island

South Africa beat Zimbabwe to set up NZ semi-final

South Africa produced an unconvincing performance with the bat but beat Zimbabwe by five wickets to set up a semifinal against New Zealand.

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1 mins

March 02, 2026

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