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October 9, 2026
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President Holds Special Discussion with Maha Sangha
COLOMBO : President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that a committee would be appointed to review and amend the existing laws governing the manner in which Buddhist monks are detained in prisons and taken outside prison premises, and to introduce new standing orders and regulations. The President stated that the committee would comprise representatives of the...
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October 9, 2026
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The Maldives introduces new visa regulations for visitors
COLOMBO : The Maldives has tightened visa regulations for foreign workers, ending the practice of entering the country on business or special visas and later switching to work visas. With effect from September 15, individuals who enter the Maldives on a visa other than a work visa will no longer be permitted to take up...
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October 9, 2026
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Houthi missile debris damage kindergarten and medical center in the Saudi capital
RIYADH: A kindergarten and a medical clinic complex in Riyadh were damaged on Thursday by falling debris from a Houthi ballistic missile that was intercepted and destroyed over the Saudi capital, Saudi Civil Defense said. Emergency teams responded to the incident after fragments from the projectile struck the facilities, causing material damage, the agency said....
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October 9, 2026
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Sri Lanka and Lithuania Launch First Political Consultations, Deepen Cooperation
COLOMBO : Sri Lanka and Lithuania have taken steps to strengthen bilateral relations with the launch of their first-ever political consultations, as the two countries mark 30 years of diplomatic relations. Lithuania’s Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs Vidmantas Verbickas visited Sri Lanka from 4 to 6 October at the invitation of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs...
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October 9, 2026
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Expolanka Leisure Group Celebrates Historic Twin Triumph at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026
MALE ;Expolanka Leisure Group has achieved a notable dual success at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, with its travel brands securing both Gold and Silver in the Leading Travel Agency (Outbound) category. Classic Travel Sri Lanka was awarded the Gold Award, marking the company’s third Gold win in the category, while Travel Classics...
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