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August 28, 2026
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St. Joseph’s School Abu Dhabi Celebrates Alumna Kaziah Liz Mejo’s Miss Universe India 2026 Title
ABU DHABI, August 26, 2026: St. Joseph’s School, Abu Dhabi, is celebrating the achievement of its former student Kaziah Liz Mejo, who has been crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at the age of 19. Kaziah’s achievement has brought pride to her family, her former school and the wider community in Kerala and India. The Carmelite...
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August 28, 2026
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The Law Students’ Muslim Majlis concludes its Quazi Court Visit
ADHLA SARAH COLOMBO : The Law Students’ Muslim Majlis successfully conducted the first phase of its Quazi Court Visit, exclusively for the Executive Committee members and members of the 151st Batch on 22nd August 2026 at the Mount Lavinia Magistrate Court. The visit provided an invaluable opportunity for students to observe the practical functioning of...
Education
August 28, 2026
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Nepal flash Floods : death toll rises to 389
COLOMBO : The number of people killed in Nepal by flash flooding has risen to 389, according to Nepal police. Source: BBC This is an update from the previous death toll of 359 given by authorities a few hours ago. –Agencies
International
August 28, 2026
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Heat Index To Remain At ‘Alert’ Level In 8 Districts on Friday,August. 28
COLOMBO : The Department of Meteorology states that the heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, will remain at a level requiring attention tomorrow across 8 districts. This advisory applies to the districts of Trincomalee, Ampara, Batticaloa, Polonnaruwa, Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi, Monaragala, and Jaffna. The Department of Meteorology also stated that residents living in...
Local
August 28, 2026
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Sri Lankan president directs USD 1 million humanitarian assistance to Nepal
COLOMBO : In a demonstration of Sri Lanka’s solidarity with the people of Nepal following the devastating floods and landslides that have caused loss of life, displacement and widespread destruction, President Anura Kumara Disanayaka has directed the Government to provide a financial contribution of USD 1 million to Nepal to support its ongoing humanitarian and...
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