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Two missing Indian sailors, including Captain Ashish Kumar of SKYLIGHT oil tanker that was hit by an Iranian projectile on Sunday at the Strait of Hormuz have died - The Hindu

Two missing Indian sailors, including Captain Ashish Kumar of SKYLIGHT oil tanker that was hit by an Iranian projectile on Sunday at the Strait of Hormuz have died - The Hindu

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Nearly 15,000 Vesak dansal offering "Maha Bath" fried rice, noodles, drinks, ice cream and other refreshments have been registered across Sri Lanka. Health authorities urge organizers to strictly follow food safety and hygiene guidelines

Nearly 15,000 Vesak dansal offering "Maha Bath" fried rice, noodles, drinks, ice cream and other refreshments have been registered across Sri Lanka. Health authorities urge organizers to strictly follow food safety and hygiene guidelines

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Hi Hyderabad 🇮🇳

Hi Hyderabad 🇮🇳

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The Indian Navy ship INS Tarangini (54m) arrived in Colombo after joining the search and rescue operations for the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which sank Wednesday after being struck by a US submarine torpedo. India has also deployed INS Ikshak and maritime patrol aircraft to assist the mission.

The Indian Navy ship INS Tarangini (54m) arrived in Colombo after joining the search and rescue operations for the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which sank Wednesday after being struck by a US submarine torpedo. India has also deployed INS Ikshak and maritime patrol aircraft to assist the mission.

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Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Nayaka Thero, the Atamasthanadhipathi of Anuradhapura, who was produced before the Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court over allegations of grave sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old girl, has been granted bail.

Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Nayaka Thero, the Atamasthanadhipathi of Anuradhapura, who was produced before the Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court over allegations of grave sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old girl, has been granted bail.

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Derailing of a train travelling from Polgahawela to Colombo between Wanawasala and Hunupitiya this morning has disrupted operations on Sri Lanka’s main railway line. One carriage overturned, leaving 12 passengers injured. Police say the injured were admitted to nearby private hospitals, while one person was transferred to Colombo National Hospital for further treatment. Video RDMNS

Derailing of a train travelling from Polgahawela to Colombo between Wanawasala and Hunupitiya this morning has disrupted operations on Sri Lanka’s main railway line. One carriage overturned, leaving 12 passengers injured. Police say the injured were admitted to nearby private hospitals, while one person was transferred to Colombo National Hospital for further treatment. Video RDMNS

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Don’t Become a Disaster Tourist 🚫 Some people are rushing to see floods, bridges under water, spillways, and landslide sites, please don’t. You put your own life at risk and create unnecessary trouble for rescue and relief teams already working under pressure. Stay away from disaster locations🙏⚠️

Don’t Become a Disaster Tourist 🚫 Some people are rushing to see floods, bridges under water, spillways, and landslide sites, please don’t. You put your own life at risk and create unnecessary trouble for rescue and relief teams already working under pressure. Stay away from disaster locations🙏⚠️

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Two Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant, the Indian Navy’s aircraft carrier, have been deployed for Search & Rescue operations with Sri Lanka Air Force personnel onboard. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 धन्यवाद भारत 🙏 Operation Sagar Bandhu continues as Indian PM Narendra Modi conveys condolences to affected families and reaffirms India’s commitment under the Neighbourhood First policy and Vision MAHASAGAR. India stands with Sri Lanka. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 धन्यवाद भारत 🙏 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 Sri Lanka Navy INS Vikrant

Two Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant, the Indian Navy’s aircraft carrier, have been deployed for Search & Rescue operations with Sri Lanka Air Force personnel onboard. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 धन्यवाद भारत 🙏 Operation Sagar Bandhu continues as Indian PM Narendra Modi conveys condolences to affected families and reaffirms India’s commitment under the Neighbourhood First policy and Vision MAHASAGAR. India stands with Sri Lanka. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 धन्यवाद भारत 🙏 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 Sri Lanka Navy INS Vikrant

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Pray For Sri Lanka 🙏🇱🇰 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 153. 🔹 191 missing 🔹 770,000+ affected 🔹 100,000+ displaced 🔹 153 deaths #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

Pray For Sri Lanka 🙏🇱🇰 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 153. 🔹 191 missing 🔹 770,000+ affected 🔹 100,000+ displaced 🔹 153 deaths #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

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Beautiful Lumbini mirror point view in Hyderabad, Telangana 👌

Beautiful Lumbini mirror point view in Hyderabad, Telangana 👌

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Extreme Weather Update🚨 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 123. 🔹 130 missing 🔹 373,000+ affected 🔹 43,000+ displaced 🔹 123 deaths Pray For Sri Lanka 🙏🇱🇰 #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

Extreme Weather Update🚨 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 123. 🔹 130 missing 🔹 373,000+ affected 🔹 43,000+ displaced 🔹 123 deaths Pray For Sri Lanka 🙏🇱🇰 #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

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United States says it respects Sri Lanka’s sovereignty in deciding the fate of the Iranian sailors aboard the IRIS Bushehr, saying the handling of the crew is up to Colombo. "The United States of course respects and recognizes Sri Lanka's sovereignty in the handling of this situation," a State Department spokesperson. told AFP.

United States says it respects Sri Lanka’s sovereignty in deciding the fate of the Iranian sailors aboard the IRIS Bushehr, saying the handling of the crew is up to Colombo. "The United States of course respects and recognizes Sri Lanka's sovereignty in the handling of this situation," a State Department spokesperson. told AFP.

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Extreme Weather Update🚨 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 69. 🔹 34 missing 🔹 200,000+ affected 🔹 18,000+ displaced 🔹 600+ houses partially damaged Authorities urge everyone to stay vigilant🙏🇱🇰 #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

Extreme Weather Update🚨 Death toll from Cyclone Ditwah-related floods & landslides rises to 69. 🔹 34 missing 🔹 200,000+ affected 🔹 18,000+ displaced 🔹 600+ houses partially damaged Authorities urge everyone to stay vigilant🙏🇱🇰 #SriLankaFloods #CycloneDitwah #LKA

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One of the Happiest Day to all Sri Lankans🇱🇰 30 Years Ago On This Day Sri Lanka Won the 1996 Cricket World Cup beating Australia 🇱🇰🏆

One of the Happiest Day to all Sri Lankans🇱🇰 30 Years Ago On This Day Sri Lanka Won the 1996 Cricket World Cup beating Australia 🇱🇰🏆

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A new video appears to show the crew using hand signals asking people to clear the road near the bridge for an emergency landing

A new video appears to show the crew using hand signals asking people to clear the road near the bridge for an emergency landing

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Pakistan’s cabinet gives a standing ovation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after Iran-US ceasefire breakthrough, as officials hail Islamabad’s mediation as a major diplomatic achievement and a key step toward regional peace. 🇵🇰👏👏👏

Pakistan’s cabinet gives a standing ovation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after Iran-US ceasefire breakthrough, as officials hail Islamabad’s mediation as a major diplomatic achievement and a key step toward regional peace. 🇵🇰👏👏👏

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Sri Lanka hit with a 44% U.S. import tariff under Trump’s tax policy. Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 faces the 6th highest tariff rate globally. The United States is the largest export destination for Sri Lanka, with 25% of total exports going there.

Sri Lanka hit with a 44% U.S. import tariff under Trump’s tax policy. Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 faces the 6th highest tariff rate globally. The United States is the largest export destination for Sri Lanka, with 25% of total exports going there.

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Sri Lankan Man Arrested in Canada Over Public Filming Harassment. Toronto Police have arrested and charged a Sri Lankan man in Canada, 45, with four counts of criminal harassment following multiple alleged incidents of non-consensual filming in public spaces across the city. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and believe there may be additional victims.

Sri Lankan Man Arrested in Canada Over Public Filming Harassment. Toronto Police have arrested and charged a Sri Lankan man in Canada, 45, with four counts of criminal harassment following multiple alleged incidents of non-consensual filming in public spaces across the city. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and believe there may be additional victims.

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EXTREME WEATHER ⚠️ Water levels in the Maha Oya, Malwathu Oya, Deduru Oya, Yan Oya, Maduru Oya, and Mahaweli rivers are rising rapidly. The Irrigation Department has issued alerts for high flood conditions. Stay vigilant and follow official updates. #FloodSL #LKA #SriLanka

EXTREME WEATHER ⚠️ Water levels in the Maha Oya, Malwathu Oya, Deduru Oya, Yan Oya, Maduru Oya, and Mahaweli rivers are rising rapidly. The Irrigation Department has issued alerts for high flood conditions. Stay vigilant and follow official updates. #FloodSL #LKA #SriLanka

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Many foreigners in Sri Lanka are also joining hands with locals, showing solidarity and care for fellow Sri Lankans supporting flood relief collection centres 🇱🇰❤️

Many foreigners in Sri Lanka are also joining hands with locals, showing solidarity and care for fellow Sri Lankans supporting flood relief collection centres 🇱🇰❤️

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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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