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An alert wife saves the day! 🚨 A driver has shared dashcam footage showing how his wife helped prevent a potentially serious accident on a Sri Lankan expressway after he fell asleep behind the wheel. A reminder to all drivers: Never drive when feeling sleepy. A moment of drowsiness can put lives at risk.

An alert wife saves the day! 🚨 A driver has shared dashcam footage showing how his wife helped prevent a potentially serious accident on a Sri Lankan expressway after he fell asleep behind the wheel. A reminder to all drivers: Never drive when feeling sleepy. A moment of drowsiness can put lives at risk.

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🚨 Easter Sunday Attacks: The accused are brought to the Colombo High Court by prison officials ahead of today’s scheduled verdict in the main case over the 2019 bombings. The case involves 24 accused, each facing more than 900 charges.

🚨 Easter Sunday Attacks: The accused are brought to the Colombo High Court by prison officials ahead of today’s scheduled verdict in the main case over the 2019 bombings. The case involves 24 accused, each facing more than 900 charges.

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Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrives at R Premadasa Stadium for the India 🇮🇳 vs Pakistan 🇵🇰 blockbuster. 🇱🇰🏏 High-profile presence for one of cricket’s biggest rivalries in Colombo. 🔥

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"My father is a DIG." "It doesn't matter who your father is. He isn't the one who pays our salary." A traffic police officer's response to a driver who claimed his father was a Deputy Inspector General has gone viral on social media. The exchange took place after the officer ordered the driver to move a vehicle that had been parked in a no-parking zone.

"My father is a DIG." "It doesn't matter who your father is. He isn't the one who pays our salary." A traffic police officer's response to a driver who claimed his father was a Deputy Inspector General has gone viral on social media. The exchange took place after the officer ordered the driver to move a vehicle that had been parked in a no-parking zone.

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🚨 BREAKING: U.S. military releases visuals of the torpedo strike on Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka. Nearly 150 Iranian sailors are feared dead in what is being described as the deadliest attack on a warship by a U.S. submarine since World War II.

🚨 BREAKING: U.S. military releases visuals of the torpedo strike on Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka. Nearly 150 Iranian sailors are feared dead in what is being described as the deadliest attack on a warship by a U.S. submarine since World War II.

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‘Cyclone Ditwah’ is predicted to move away from Sri Lanka tomorrow (29), according to BBC Weather. Per the weather forecast, the cyclone is currently moving northwards away from Central Sri Lanka and towards India. The weather advisory for Friday night to Saturday says Sri Lanka is to experience less rain and drier conditions on Saturday. (Newswire)

‘Cyclone Ditwah’ is predicted to move away from Sri Lanka tomorrow (29), according to BBC Weather. Per the weather forecast, the cyclone is currently moving northwards away from Central Sri Lanka and towards India. The weather advisory for Friday night to Saturday says Sri Lanka is to experience less rain and drier conditions on Saturday. (Newswire)

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Police have fired tear gas and water cannons at protesters in Maradana who were holding a 'satyagraha' against Independence Day celebration costing over Rs 200 million

Police have fired tear gas and water cannons at protesters in Maradana who were holding a 'satyagraha' against Independence Day celebration costing over Rs 200 million

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was recorded by bystanders while taking a morning walk in Palali.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was recorded by bystanders while taking a morning walk in Palali.

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ICC Chairman Jay Shah and SLC President Shammi Silva arrive for the blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash in Colombo.

ICC Chairman Jay Shah and SLC President Shammi Silva arrive for the blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash in Colombo.

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📍Sigiriya, Sri Lanka 📸 Sandeepa Tharinda

📍Sigiriya, Sri Lanka 📸 Sandeepa Tharinda

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Former Civil Aviation Minister Piyankara Jayaratne was sentenced to seven years’ rigorous imprisonment over a Rs. 330,000 payment made by SriLankan Catering to a hotel in Marawila for a May Day event in 2014. Jayaratne was charged of pressuring the company’s CEO to make the payment using company funds, causing a financial loss to the State.

Former Civil Aviation Minister Piyankara Jayaratne was sentenced to seven years’ rigorous imprisonment over a Rs. 330,000 payment made by SriLankan Catering to a hotel in Marawila for a May Day event in 2014. Jayaratne was charged of pressuring the company’s CEO to make the payment using company funds, causing a financial loss to the State.

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Major cyber scam crackdown in Sri Lanka 🚨 Over 150 foreign nationals arrested in raids across Colombo suburbs — including 37 Chinese suspects in Talangama and nearly 120 in Rajagiriya. Police seized computers and mobile phones as part of the operation. Suspects from China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Madagascar, Philippines, Thailand and Cambodia among those held.

Major cyber scam crackdown in Sri Lanka 🚨 Over 150 foreign nationals arrested in raids across Colombo suburbs — including 37 Chinese suspects in Talangama and nearly 120 in Rajagiriya. Police seized computers and mobile phones as part of the operation. Suspects from China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Madagascar, Philippines, Thailand and Cambodia among those held.

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Sri Lankan buses are getting a massive tech upgrade! 🇱🇰 Lanka Metro Transit is currently testing new modern low-floor buses equipped with advanced technology

Sri Lankan buses are getting a massive tech upgrade! 🇱🇰 Lanka Metro Transit is currently testing new modern low-floor buses equipped with advanced technology

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"Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka" Actor Ryan Reynolds's favourite movie shooting location of all time 📸 : Aqeel Sirraj

"Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka" Actor Ryan Reynolds's favourite movie shooting location of all time 📸 : Aqeel Sirraj

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🚨 Nawalapitiya is being battered by heavy rain, with several low-lying areas inundated as water levels continue to rise. Residents are urged to remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads and follow official warnings, as more rain is expected. 🌧️🇱🇰 #LKA #FloodAlert

🚨 Nawalapitiya is being battered by heavy rain, with several low-lying areas inundated as water levels continue to rise. Residents are urged to remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads and follow official warnings, as more rain is expected. 🌧️🇱🇰 #LKA #FloodAlert

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The public’s generosity has been incredible. ❤️🇱🇰 But some areas have now received more cooked food than needed, with parcels found abandoned this morning. To ensure help reaches the right places, please coordinate with local authorities or volunteer groups before cooking or delivering food. Many other areas still urgently need drinking water, dry rations, medicines, baby items, and cleaning supplies. Thank you to everyone supporting relief efforts during this difficult time. 🙏🇱🇰

The public’s generosity has been incredible. ❤️🇱🇰 But some areas have now received more cooked food than needed, with parcels found abandoned this morning. To ensure help reaches the right places, please coordinate with local authorities or volunteer groups before cooking or delivering food. Many other areas still urgently need drinking water, dry rations, medicines, baby items, and cleaning supplies. Thank you to everyone supporting relief efforts during this difficult time. 🙏🇱🇰

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🥇🇱🇰 One final celebration. Rumesh Tharanga and the Sri Lankan contingent soak in the moment as the curtain falls on the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. A campaign to remember, highlighted by Sri Lanka's historic athletics gold and unforgettable performances. ❤️💛

🥇🇱🇰 One final celebration. Rumesh Tharanga and the Sri Lankan contingent soak in the moment as the curtain falls on the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. A campaign to remember, highlighted by Sri Lanka's historic athletics gold and unforgettable performances. ❤️💛

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Even in the middle of devastation, the human spirit refuses to dim. A group trapped by floodwaters was seen playing volleyball — finding a moment of light, hope, and togetherness amid the chaos. 🇱🇰💛 A small reminder that strength isn’t only in survival, but also in the smiles we manage to share along the way.

Even in the middle of devastation, the human spirit refuses to dim. A group trapped by floodwaters was seen playing volleyball — finding a moment of light, hope, and togetherness amid the chaos. 🇱🇰💛 A small reminder that strength isn’t only in survival, but also in the smiles we manage to share along the way.

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Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa marked International Yoga Day with a unique twist — performing yoga in the middle of the sea.

Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa marked International Yoga Day with a unique twist — performing yoga in the middle of the sea.

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“The vessel waited for 11 hours about 40 nautical miles off Galle port for permission from the Sri Lankan government to berth at Galle port, as it had difficulties returning to Iran due to the conflict situation. Why didn’t the government allow permission for such a long time?” SJB MP Mujeebur Rahman questioned in Parliament regarding the IRIS Dena, which was attacked by a US submarine on Wednesday.

“The vessel waited for 11 hours about 40 nautical miles off Galle port for permission from the Sri Lankan government to berth at Galle port, as it had difficulties returning to Iran due to the conflict situation. Why didn’t the government allow permission for such a long time?” SJB MP Mujeebur Rahman questioned in Parliament regarding the IRIS Dena, which was attacked by a US submarine on Wednesday.

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“My first advice to you, the next time you want to take a holiday, go to Sri Lanka. I’m serious" Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Jaishankar speaks about India's support for Sri Lanka

“My first advice to you, the next time you want to take a holiday, go to Sri Lanka. I’m serious" Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Jaishankar speaks about India's support for Sri Lanka

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🚨 Dramatic arrest in Pannala: Police, assisted by several other vehicles, intercept a car carrying a fleeing suspect and his family. Officers draw their weapons, reportedly shoot at a car tire and smash a window before making the arrest. The dramatic operation was captured on video.

🚨 Dramatic arrest in Pannala: Police, assisted by several other vehicles, intercept a car carrying a fleeing suspect and his family. Officers draw their weapons, reportedly shoot at a car tire and smash a window before making the arrest. The dramatic operation was captured on video.

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“What kind of mindset drives someone to stick needles into a clay figure, believing that I would feel the pain? What kind of mentality is that?” President Anura Kumara Dissanayake questioned the bizarre black magic rituals allegedly carried out against him during the recent protest by a group of Buddhist monks at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo. The President made the remarks while addressing the National Convention of the National Intellectuals Organisation.

“What kind of mindset drives someone to stick needles into a clay figure, believing that I would feel the pain? What kind of mentality is that?” President Anura Kumara Dissanayake questioned the bizarre black magic rituals allegedly carried out against him during the recent protest by a group of Buddhist monks at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo. The President made the remarks while addressing the National Convention of the National Intellectuals Organisation.

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Dashcam footage from the car involved in the September 16 Mattakkuliya crash that killed three people has emerged. The driver reportedly claimed his electric vehicle accelerated on its own. Police are investigating. Video: JR Rusanrhan

Dashcam footage from the car involved in the September 16 Mattakkuliya crash that killed three people has emerged. The driver reportedly claimed his electric vehicle accelerated on its own. Police are investigating. Video: JR Rusanrhan

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🚨 Viewer discretion advised: Disturbing visuals About 80 bodies have been recovered so far from the Iranian naval ship IRIS Dena, which sank off the southern coast of Sri Lanka following an attack by a United States military submarine, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra said. Speaking on the incident, the Deputy Minister said search and recovery operations are continuing in the waters off Galle, where the Iranian warship went down in the Indian Ocean. The frigate was carrying around 180 crew members at the time of the incident. Authorities say more than 100 sailors are feared dead, while several others remain missing.

🚨 Viewer discretion advised: Disturbing visuals About 80 bodies have been recovered so far from the Iranian naval ship IRIS Dena, which sank off the southern coast of Sri Lanka following an attack by a United States military submarine, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra said. Speaking on the incident, the Deputy Minister said search and recovery operations are continuing in the waters off Galle, where the Iranian warship went down in the Indian Ocean. The frigate was carrying around 180 crew members at the time of the incident. Authorities say more than 100 sailors are feared dead, while several others remain missing.

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CCTV footage shows police officers removing a statue of Rasaiah Parthipan, better known as Thileepan, from a memorial site in Nallur, Jaffna, in the early hours of Sunday (27). Thileepan was a member of the LTTE who died in 1987 after a hunger strike over a series of demands. The statue was removed a day after commemorations marking the 39th anniversary of his death concluded at the site. Police have yet to publicly state the reason or legal basis for the removal.

CCTV footage shows police officers removing a statue of Rasaiah Parthipan, better known as Thileepan, from a memorial site in Nallur, Jaffna, in the early hours of Sunday (27). Thileepan was a member of the LTTE who died in 1987 after a hunger strike over a series of demands. The statue was removed a day after commemorations marking the 39th anniversary of his death concluded at the site. Police have yet to publicly state the reason or legal basis for the removal.

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"Visit Sri Lanka, You will not regret" Sri Lankan Tourism Minister Harin Fernando's message to German tourists at ITB, Berlin

"Visit Sri Lanka, You will not regret" Sri Lankan Tourism Minister Harin Fernando's message to German tourists at ITB, Berlin

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A prayer for rain over Sri Lanka 🇱🇰🌧️ As dry weather persists, the Sri Lanka Air Force took to the skies on Sept. 19, dispersing blessed Pirith water while Buddhist monks chanted prayers for rain and relief across the island. 📸 Sri Lanka Air Force

A prayer for rain over Sri Lanka 🇱🇰🌧️ As dry weather persists, the Sri Lanka Air Force took to the skies on Sept. 19, dispersing blessed Pirith water while Buddhist monks chanted prayers for rain and relief across the island. 📸 Sri Lanka Air Force

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🚨 Accident reported near the Galle entrance to the Southern Expressway. 🎥 Video: Udara Tharaka

🚨 Accident reported near the Galle entrance to the Southern Expressway. 🎥 Video: Udara Tharaka

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“Arjuna said Warne wasn’t a great bowler…” 30 years later, Aravinda reveals what happened next. “Warne told me he lost control… he only wanted Arjuna’s wicket.” Mind games. Big stage. Big impact. 🇱🇰🔥

“Arjuna said Warne wasn’t a great bowler…” 30 years later, Aravinda reveals what happened next. “Warne told me he lost control… he only wanted Arjuna’s wicket.” Mind games. Big stage. Big impact. 🇱🇰🔥

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Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter engaged in disaster relief operations has crash landed in an area between Lunuwila and Wennappuwa

Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter engaged in disaster relief operations has crash landed in an area between Lunuwila and Wennappuwa

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“Father should have told them earlier not to steal, instead of crying now. The law will apply to everyone, whether it’s the mother or grandmother. We have no sympathy for anyone who stole public money,” President AKD says, referring to the Rajapaksa family.

“Father should have told them earlier not to steal, instead of crying now. The law will apply to everyone, whether it’s the mother or grandmother. We have no sympathy for anyone who stole public money,” President AKD says, referring to the Rajapaksa family.

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A tense situation developed outside the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo as police moved to remove a canopy set up by Buddhist monks protesting to demand the release of Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera.

A tense situation developed outside the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo as police moved to remove a canopy set up by Buddhist monks protesting to demand the release of Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera.

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Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa receives a rousing welcome as he arrives at the SLPP rally in Anuradhapura.

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa receives a rousing welcome as he arrives at the SLPP rally in Anuradhapura.

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Amid heavy rain, Sri Lankan wildlife authorities and members of the public are making desperate efforts to save the life of Kavantissa, one of the country's largest tuskers, after the ailing elephant collapsed in a paddy field.

Amid heavy rain, Sri Lankan wildlife authorities and members of the public are making desperate efforts to save the life of Kavantissa, one of the country's largest tuskers, after the ailing elephant collapsed in a paddy field.

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At a time when advertising often competes for attention, it is encouraging to see a Sri Lankan company use its creativity to raise awareness about an important national health issue. Softlogic Life, Umaria Sinhawansa and the Women's Chamber of Industry and Commerce deserve recognition for bringing the conversation on breast cancer awareness into the spotlight.

At a time when advertising often competes for attention, it is encouraging to see a Sri Lankan company use its creativity to raise awareness about an important national health issue. Softlogic Life, Umaria Sinhawansa and the Women's Chamber of Industry and Commerce deserve recognition for bringing the conversation on breast cancer awareness into the spotlight.

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Police officers captured on video trying to revive an electrocuted bird, a touching moment shared widely on social media

Police officers captured on video trying to revive an electrocuted bird, a touching moment shared widely on social media

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Indian Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan has praised the Sri Lankan Tamil language, describing it as "pure" during an event in Sydney. Speaking at the function, Trisha said she enjoys listening to Sri Lankan Tamil and admired the way it is spoken. "I love Sri Lankan Tamil, the pure nature of it. Even we don't speak like that," she said, drawing applause from the audience.

Indian Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan has praised the Sri Lankan Tamil language, describing it as "pure" during an event in Sydney. Speaking at the function, Trisha said she enjoys listening to Sri Lankan Tamil and admired the way it is spoken. "I love Sri Lankan Tamil, the pure nature of it. Even we don't speak like that," she said, drawing applause from the audience.

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"Anojan, tell me, what is your situation now?” Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa speaks by phone with Sri Lankan national Anojan Sivarasa, who is reportedly facing a death sentence in Saudi Arabia.

"Anojan, tell me, what is your situation now?” Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa speaks by phone with Sri Lankan national Anojan Sivarasa, who is reportedly facing a death sentence in Saudi Arabia.

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