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Actor-Politician Vijay Marks Mullivaikkal Remembrance with Tribute to Prabhakaran.

May 19, 2026 at 12:22 PM

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader C Joseph Vijay has publicly paid tribute to the late LTTE founder V Prabhakaran on the anniversary of his death, emphasizing solidarity with the Tamil community in Sri Lanka.

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Actor-Politician Vijay Marks Mullivaikkal Remembrance with Tribute to Prabhakaran

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Sri Lanka’s Ecological Riches: Highlighting Biodiversity on International Day.

May 19, 2026 at 12:13 AM

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Sri Lanka Invests Rs. 25M to Revolutionize Inland Prawn Aquaculture with Cage Technology.

The National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) has launched a cage-based farming initiative to significantly boost the efficiency of Sri Lanka’s inland prawn industry, aiming for a threefold productivity increase.

May 16, 2026 at 5:27 AM

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Tragic Discovery: Sri Lanka Army Soldier Found Deceased in Homagama.

May 16, 2026 at 5:19 AM

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May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Sri Lankan Minister Calls on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to Address Palk Strait Trawling Crisis.

Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar has urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to ban bottom trawling to resolve the ongoing maritime conflict. The call follows the recent arrest of six Indian fishermen for illegal poaching in Sri Lankan waters.

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Sri Lanka Weekly News Update: Tariff Hikes, Legal Summons, and Agricultural Progress.

May 11, 2026 at 10:11 AM

A roundup of key developments in Sri Lanka, including an 18% electricity tariff hike for high consumers, the summoning of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, and government assurances regarding fertilizer availability.

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Key Developments in Sri Lanka: Recent Political and Social Updates.

A roundup of recent key events in Sri Lanka, including the suspension of a Kurunegala Deputy Mayor, the passing of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena, and new government directives on drinking water infrastructure.

May 10, 2026 at 10:01 AM

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Dr. Fridtjof Nansen Completes Scientific Expedition in Sri Lankan Marine Waters.

The research vessel Dr. Fridtjof Nansen has concluded a significant marine scientific survey in Sri Lankan waters, aimed at enhancing the nation's understanding of its aquatic resources and ecosystem health.

May 10, 2026 at 12:19 AM

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Namal Rajapaksa Advises Actor-Turned-Politician Vijay on Political Realities.

May 5, 2026 at 5:56 PM

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Sri Lankan Lawmakers Extend Congratulations to Actor-Politician Vijay Following Tamil Nadu Election Victory

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May 5, 2026 at 7:48 AM

Sri Lankan Lawmakers Extend Congratulations to Actor-Politician Vijay Following Tamil Nadu Election Victory.

Batticaloa District MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam formally congratulated Joseph Vijay in the Sri Lankan Parliament following the overwhelming success of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.

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Legal and Educational Developments in Sri Lanka: Key Updates from April 2026.

April 29, 2026 at 12:26 AM

This report summarizes critical news developments in Sri Lanka, including the legal fallout from an MP's land dispute, declining Advanced Level performance in the Central Province, and political tensions in Colombo.

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Namal Rajapaksa Demands Urgent Government Response Following Assault on Sri Lankan Fisherman in India.

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa has publicly condemned the brutal assault of a Sri Lankan fisherman in Tamil Nadu, calling for immediate government intervention to ensure his safety and repatriation while criticizing the silence of Tamil Nadu politicians.

April 28, 2026 at 11:13 AM

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Former Military Personnel Taken Into Custody Over Illegal Weapons Cache.

April 28, 2026 at 2:36 AM

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Sri Lanka Navy Conducts Emergency Rescue of Injured Fisherman at Sea.

The Sri Lanka Navy successfully rescued an injured crew member from a multi-day fishing trawler approximately 45 nautical miles south of the country, following a medical emergency at sea.

April 26, 2026 at 10:32 AM

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Sri Lankan Sailor Among 17 Captives Following Oil Tanker Hijacking off Somalia

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April 25, 2026 at 11:18 PM

Sri Lankan Sailor Among 17 Captives Following Oil Tanker Hijacking off Somalia.

An oil tanker named 'Honour 25' has been hijacked by pirates off the Somali coast, with 17 crew members—including one Sri Lankan—held captive. The vessel was transporting 18,500 barrels of oil toward Mogadishu when it was seized.

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Sri Lanka Navy Intercepts Over One Ton of Smuggled Turmeric in Kalpitiya.

April 23, 2026 at 11:07 AM

The Sri Lanka Navy successfully seized over 1,038kg of smuggled dried turmeric during an operation in the Thillayadi beach area of Kalpitiya, marking a significant anti-smuggling effort.

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Pakistani Warships Dock in Colombo for Goodwill Mission and Joint Exercises.

April 12, 2026 at 3:27 PM

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Maldivian President's Upcoming Sri Lanka Visit to Focus on Fisheries Cooperation.

April 11, 2026 at 9:15 AM

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Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants.

April 11, 2026 at 9:13 AM

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Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena Appointed as Acting Chairman of Sri Lanka’s BOI

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April 8, 2026 at 7:04 AM

Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena Appointed as Acting Chairman of Sri Lanka’s BOI.

Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena, a senior SLAS officer with extensive experience in the energy sector, has been appointed as the acting Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka.

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