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Sri Lanka will grant one-month free visas to sailors rescued from Iranian vessels, allowing them to remain in the country under humanitarian protection, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said. He stated the decision was made in line with international maritime law and conventions, stressing it was a humanitarian measure and not intended to support or oppose any party. The government also reaffirmed its non-aligned stance while handling the situation.
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Disney princess in real life 🤴✨ This viral video of a little girl from 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka has captured the hearts of millions around the world. A beautiful moment of innocence, nature, and childhood that feels straight out of a Disney movie❤️ ( Video Prabath Silva )
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India denies claim that US Navy is using its ports. India’s Ministry of External Affairs has rejected claims that it had allowed the US Navy to use its ports in the war against Iran. The pushback from India came amid growing scrutiny of the US submarine attack on an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, while it was leaving military exercises hosted by India.
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Train services on the Northern Railway Line resume today after India-supported restoration of cyclone-damaged sections under a USD 5M grant, part of India’s USD 450M assistance package. Thank you, India 🇱🇰🇮🇳 Completed ahead of the Sinhala & Tamil New Year, reconnecting vital regions. India in Sri Lanka Bimal Rathnayake Santosh Jha Randhir Jaiswal Indian Diplomacy IRCON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
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HISTORIC 🇱🇰🔥 Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage has stunned the athletics world with a sensational 92.62m javelin throw to win the Rome Diamond League. 🏅 1st athlete to break 90m in 2026 🏅 8th-best throw in world history 🏅 World-leading mark for 2026 🏅 2nd-longest throw ever by an Asian athlete 🏅 First Sri Lankan to surpass 90m 🏅 New Sri Lanka Record & Meet Record A proud day for Sri Lanka. The Lion roars on the world stage!
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Sri Lanka Air Force has urged the public NOT to fly kites near airports after a training aircraft became entangled in kite strings, forcing an emergency landing at Ratmalana. ✈️🪁❌ SLAF warn that kites pose a serious risk to aircraft safety and have asked people to avoid flying them near airfields.
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INS Vikrant, India Navy aircraft carrier, deployed in Sri Lanka, supported rescue efforts as two Chetak helicopters carried out operations in Divulapitiya and Gampaha. Eight people from two families stranded in Pannala due to floods were safely rescued and relocated. A coordinated mission by IAF pilots, divers and SLAF pilots. 🇮🇳 🇱🇰
Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰239,079 views • 7 months ago
An Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft carrying nearly 12 tons of emergency relief supplies including tents, tarpaulins, blankets, hygiene kits, and ready-to-eat food, arrived in Colombo today as part of India’s ongoing humanitarian support to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah. India stands with Sri Lanka. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 Thank you, India 🙏 Narendra Modi Nirmala Sitharaman Dr. S. Jaishankar India in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka in India PMO India Anura Kumara Dissanayake Sri Lanka Air Force Operation Sagar Bandhu The consignment was handed over by HCI officials Mr. Maitrey Kulkarni and Lt. Col. Mandeep Singh Negi, and received by SLAF Chief of Staff AVM Lasitha Sumanaweera at BIA. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed condolences to the affected families and reaffirmed India’s commitment to assist Sri Lanka under the Neighbourhood First policy and Vision MAHASAGAR. India has pledged continued HADR support as the situation evolves.
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Remembering Mangala’s 70th ❤️🙏 This year for what would have been late Minister Mangala Samaraweera Mangala Samaraweera ’s 70th Birthday on April 21st, his family are engaging in several initiatives over the course of 2026 that reflect his various interests, 3 of which we are happy to share today: 1. Mangala Would be Reading the The Examiner An avid reader, Mangala was proud to gather a personal library of over 2500 books in his lifetime. And in 2025, the majority of these books were donated to public libraries and institutions around the country. This year, in keeping with that spirit, the Samaraweera family is supporting upto 100 Free 6-Month subscriptions to The Examiner. They believe Mangala would have been a fan & close-reader of this well-researched weekly journal. In advance of the occasion, some subscriptions have been allocated to institutions already including: The Strivers Network, The BCIS Library, and the Lakmahal Library. If you wish to access subscriptions please fill out the form in this link: The family encourages others to also consider similar means of supporting journalists & journalism that allow them to build their reporting independently. 2. Mangala Would Have Been Viewing Jezima Mohamed’s Exhibition of Batik Art Both Mangala and his mother Khema were fans of Jezima Mohamed, the now 86 year old batik master artist from Matara. Her contemporary work debuted and sold at the recent Ceylon Literary Festival & Matara Festival for the Arts, and this year she will hold a solo exhibition in collaboration with Mangala’s Freedom Hub, the founding initiative behind #MataraForArts. Dates are TBA, but you can follow her work on Instagram @ jezlookbatik & receive first update on the exhibit via @ mataraforarts 3. Mangala would be Sea-swimming & encouraging others to, & SeaSisters wants to help more women learn how to, for free! Mangala always loved his sea swims and being by the ocean and as Khema’s Boy, was supported by & championed the strong women of his life. SeaSisters, based in Weligama, teaches women and girls how to swim and surf for free, enabling them to claim their right to the ocean, participate in the tourism economy, and advocate for marine conservation and climate resilience. They are a fantastic grassroots organization empowering women and girls as change agents and you can join us in supporting them by: Direct donations Sharing their story: Chanchala Samaraweera Gunewardena
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Sri Lanka & India Dance into the Guinness World Records with 4,988 Bharatanatyam Performers 💃 🇱🇰🇮🇳 💃 The ‘Sangamam 2026’ Bharatanatyam Festival has set a new Guinness World Record for the Largest Bharatanatyam Lesson, with 4,988 dancers from Sri Lanka and India performing together shattering the previous record. A remarkable celebration of culture, unity, and the enduring friendship between the two nations. Video 📹 JT view
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Power changes many, but not a true friend ❤️ President Anura Kumara Dissanayake spotted his old friend 'Raja' on the streets of Anuradhapura and didn't hesitate to stop the convoy, roll down his window, and hold the hand of his old buddy 'Raja'. "Ah Raja! I was looking out for you..." Do you have a friend who stayed this humble even after reaching the top?
Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰99,406 views • 6 months ago
A warm Sri Lankan welcome to the Netherlands Cricket Team 🇳🇱🤝🇱🇰 The Netherlands Cricket Team arrived at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Wishing Cricket🏏Netherlands all the very best for a memorable tournament! Sri Lanka Embassy, the Netherlands
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Thank You United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪🙏 UAE extends a helping hand to Sri Lanka. A UAE Air Force C-17 arrived carrying a 76-member Emirati relief team and essential aid for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwa. The consignment including food, safety kits, and tents was officially handed over to Sri Lankan authorities. 🇦🇪🤝🇱🇰 The UAE has also pledged continued support for relief and recovery efforts. Thank You 🙏 @UAEEmbColombo MoFA وزارة الخارجية Sri Lanka Consulate General in Dubai
Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰112,431 views • 7 months ago