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October 17, 2026
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Umrah travel operators advised to take extra precaution in arranging pilgrimage to Makkah,Madinah during the current crisis in M’East
COLOMBO : The Sri Lanka Hajj Mission which functions under the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs has issued an advisory to all registered Umrah travel operators to take extra precaution and exercise strict diligence when arranging pilgrimage amidst regional developments and potential disruptions to flights to and from Saudi Arabia. The directive, issued on October...
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October 17, 2026
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From A Reader:Remove Potted Plants from the Centre Island Until Flooding Is Permanently Resolved
COLOMBO : Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya reportedly instructed officials two days ago to expedite the cleaning of canals and drainage systems to ensure the smooth flow of rainwater ahead of the anticipated increase in rainfall. She also directed that the work be completed within two weeks and that regular maintenance continue thereafter. Amid the...
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October 17, 2026
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Sri Lanka Donates Traditional Raksha Masks to FAO Museum in Rome to Mark First Anniversary – A gift in support of cultural heritage preservation
ROME :On the occasion of the first anniversary of the FAO Museum at the headquarters of theFood and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, the Embassyof Sri Lanka donated three traditional wooden Raksha masks to the Museum on 16October 2026. The donation was made in collaboration with the Sri Lanka TourismPromotion Bureau...
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October 17, 2026
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Promoting Financial Education in Sri Lanka through the Australian Association of Independent Financial Professionals (AIOFP)
SHRINI K SENAVIRATHNA COLOMBO : The Australian Association of Independent Financial Professionals (AIOFP) has introduced several valuable educational programmes to promote financial literacy and professional development in Sri Lanka. These programmes include Personal Financial Planning, Pension and Taxation, Risk and Insurance, Ethics and Standards, and Complex Financial Advice (I) and (II). Individuals from any professional or educational background who are interested...
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October 16, 2026
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Shiranthi Rajapaksa released on bail
COLOMBO ): Shiranthi Rajapaksa, wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, was released on bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court this Friday evening.on October 16 The court ordered her release on a cash bail of Rs. 100,000 and two personal sureties of Rs. 10 million each. An order was also issued prohibiting her from travelling...
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