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April 6, 2026
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Launch of the “National QR Payment Promotion Program” on Monday,April 6
COLOMBO :With effect from Monday, April 6 , the service charge levied on merchants for all LankaQR transactions up to Rs. 5,000 will be completely removed. Marking a new milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital economy, the “National QR Payment Promotion Programme” will be officially launched tomorrow (06) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake....
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April 6, 2026
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Safa Learning Institute in Mannar hosts its annual awards ceremony in Colombo
RUZAIK FAROOK COLOMBO — Safa Learning Institute in Mannar recently held its annual awards ceremony at the Colombo Museum Auditorium in Colombo. The event was conducted under the patronage of the institute’s Managing Director, M.N. Fathima Safa. A total of seventy-five students were recognized for their achievements across a variety of subjects, including cake making,...
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April 6, 2026
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LAUGFS Gas increases prices
COLOMBO : LAUGFS Gas PLC has announced a revision of domestic LPG cylinder refill prices, effective from midnight Sunday April (05). The company stated that the price adjustment has been made in line with prevailing market conditions. Accordingly, for the Colombo District, the price of a 12.5 kg cylinder has been increased by Rs. 1,070,...
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April 5, 2026
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GMOA to decide on continuing strike on Monday , April 5
COLOMBO : The GMOA further stated that it has given Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa time until 8.00 a.m. tomorrow (06) to discuss ending the doctors’ strike. Alleging that the Health Minister is reluctant to discuss the relevant issues and that is why the strike action is being prolonged, the GMOA Secretary, Dr. Prabath Sugathadasa,...
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April 5, 2026
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UK-based Muslim Hands International hosts stakeholders meeting in Colombo
RUZAIK FAROOK COLOMBO — A stakeholder meeting organized by Muslim Hands International was held at Mandarina Colombo on Saturday, April 4. Founder and Chairman Pir Syed Lakhte Hassanain addressed the gathering and briefed attendees on his official visit, which aims to strengthen engagement in education, humanitarian service, and development initiatives. His visit reflects the organization’s...
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