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October 28, 2026
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Heavy rains affect nearly 4,000 families across Sri Lanka
COLOMBO : A total of 3,966 families, comprising 14,485 people, have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka. Speaking at the weekly cabinet media briefing today (27), Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said one death has been reported due to the adverse weather, while three people have sustained injuries. Two...
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October 28, 2026
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Sri Lanka Records Lowest Hunger Index in South Asia
COLOMBO : Sri Lanka has recorded the lowest Global Hunger Index (GHI) score in South Asia, according to the 2026 Global Hunger Index. Sri Lanka secured 53rd place among 122 countries assessed, recording a score of 10.2. Among other South Asian countries, Nepal recorded a score of 14.5, followed by Bangladesh at 19.2, India at...
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October 28, 2026
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Fierce all-round performance helps Lanka beat Pakistan by 8 wickets
COLOMBO ( News 1st); Sri Lanka produced a fierce all-round performance to register a commanding victory over Pakistan in their ODI Tri-Series clash in Lahore, with the visitors completely overpowering the hosts after bowling them out for a paltry 110. Sri Lanka news The match belonged to Sri Lanka from the moment their bowlers found their rhythm....
Sports
October 28, 2026
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Ali Sabry Makes Emotional Plea On Behalf of Namal In Krrish Case
COLOMBO A motion filed by President’s Counsel Ali Sabry, seeking bail for Namal Rajapaksa on what he described as exceptional grounds in the Krrish case, in which allegations have been made regarding the acceptance of a Rs. 70 million bribe, was taken up before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. During submissions, President’s Counsel Ali Sabry...
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October 28, 2026
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Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets His Counterpart in Türkiye
ANKARA : Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment of Sri Lanka, Arun Hemachandra, who is on a two-day official visit to Ankara, commenced his programme with a bilateral meeting with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, Berris Ekinci, at the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on 27 October...
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