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October 22, 2026
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Expert Committee on death of Tusker ‘Kawanthissa Meets for the First Time
COLOMBO : The expert committee appointed to investigate the death of tusker ‘Kawanthissa’ and formulate recommendations for a National Elephant Conservation Programme held its first meeting at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (21), chaired by Presidential Chief of Staff Prabath Chandrakeerthi. The committee was appointed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to investigate all aspects of...
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October 22, 2026
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Saudi crown prince, French president discuss regional developments in Riyadh
RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received French President Emmanuel Macron in Riyadh on Wednesday. According to the French Presidency, the two leaders held a conversation during which they reaffirmed the strength of the partnership between their countries. “The discussion yielded several significant outcomes aimed at securing our supply chains in the short, medium,...
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October 21, 2026
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Smuggling attempt of Kendu leaves foiled; 2 Indian dhows and 2 local dinghies seized
COLOMBO During a special surveillance operation carried out this evening ලං in Sri Lankan waters, 21 October 2026, the Sri Lanka Navy and the Coast Guard seized 2 Indian dhows and 2 local dinghies off the coast of Udappuwa, Puttalam, while attempting to smuggle a consignment of Kendu leaves.
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October 21, 2026
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Sri Lanka Reaffirms its Commitment to Regional Security Cooperation at Bimstec Home Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi
NEW DELHI : The Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, represented SriLanka at the First BIMSTEC Home Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi, India, on 13October 2026, reaffirming the country’s commitment to strengthening regional cooperationin addressing shared security challenges across the Bay of Bengal region.The inaugural meeting, hosted by the Government of...
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October 21, 2026
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Foreign Firearms and 24 Live Rounds Found in Ragama Cemetery
YCOLOMBO:1st): A foreign-manufactured firearm, along with a magazine and 24 live rounds, were found buried in a cemetery in the Batuwatta area of Ragama. The discovery was made during an inspection conducted by the Colombo Crime Division. Police stated that the weapons were recovered based on information provided by a suspect currently held under a...
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