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3 Arrested Over Uppuvelli Three-Wheeler Shooting

3 Arrested Over Uppuvelli Three-Wheeler Shooting

COLOMBO (News 1st) -Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Kappalthurai of Uppuvelli, targeting two passengers tr...

08-11-2026 | 10:15 AM
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Liquor Shops In Several Areas Closed Today

Liquor Shops In Several Areas Closed Today

COLOMBO (News 1st) -Several liquor shops across the island have been ordered to remain closed today in view of the Deepawali festival.The Excise Depar...

08-11-2026 | 8:45 AM
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PM Harini Extends Deepawali Greetings

PM Harini Extends Deepawali Greetings

COLOMBO (News 1st) -Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has extended her Deepawali greetings to Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and across the world, hi...

08-11-2026 | 7:22 AM
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President Extends Deepawali Greetings

President Extends Deepawali Greetings

COLOMBO (News 1st) -President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended his Deepawali greetings to Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world, highl...

08-11-2026 | 7:21 AM
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4 Missing After Being Swept Away In Deniyaya

4 Missing After Being Swept Away In Deniyaya

COLOMBO (News 1st): Four people are reported missing after being swept away while bathing in a stream in the Bewaraliya area of Deniyaya.Police said t...

07-11-2026 | 4:19 PM
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Hindus Celebrate Deepawali Today

Hindus Celebrate Deepawali Today

COLOMBO (News 1st) - Deepawali, regarded as one of the most vibrant cultural festivals of Hindus, is being celebrated today.Lighting rows of oil lamps is one of the most cherished traditions associated with the festival.Deepawali is traditionally celebrated to mark the victory of Lord Vishnu over the demon Narakasura.The day is also regarded as a symbol of the triumph of righteousness over evil.Hindu devotees celebrate the occasion by lighting oi...
08-11-2026 | 7:17 AM
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SriLankan Airlines Faces Rs. 35.6 Billion Loss

SriLankan Airlines Faces Rs. 35.6 Billion Loss

COLOMBO (News 1st) - From recording a profit of Rs. 4.9 billion in 2008 to accumulating losses exceeding Rs. 630 billion over the years, SriLankan Airlines continues to grapple with financial difficulties, with rising fuel costs and geopolitical tens...
07-11-2026 | 7:03 PM
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PAYE Tax Relief Expected In Budget

PAYE Tax Relief Expected In Budget

COLOMBO (News 1st): President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the Government expects to further increase the PAYE tax-free threshold in the upcoming Budget, providing additional relief to employees.The current threshold, which was increased from Rs. 10...
07-11-2026 | 4:22 PM
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SriLankan Airlines Faces Rs. 35.6 Billion Loss

SriLankan Airlines Faces Rs. 35.6 Billion Loss

07-11-2026 | 7:03 PM
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PAYE Tax Relief Expected In Budget

PAYE Tax Relief Expected In Budget

07-11-2026 | 4:22 PM
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PTA and Organised Crime Bills Need Broad Consensus
07-11-2026 | 1:55 PM

PTA and Organised Crime Bills Need Broad Consensus

COLOMBO (News1st): President Anura Kumara Dissanay...
Over 8kg of Drugs Seized in Thalawathugoda Raid
07-11-2026 | 1:11 PM

Over 8kg of Drugs Seized in Thalawathugoda Raid

COLOMBO (News 1st): A suspect has been arrested wi...
Over 100mm of Rain Triggers Flash Flooding in CMB
07-11-2026 | 12:16 PM

Over 100mm of Rain Triggers Flash Flooding in CMB

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Department of Meteorology ...
Kaiwaru Mutthu Questioned Under Detention Order
07-11-2026 | 9:40 AM

Kaiwaru Mutthu Questioned Under Detention Order

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Western Province South Cri...
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