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Mahanayaka Theros submit memorandum to President seeking state intervention for Sivarasa Anojan

Srilanka, Oct. 3 -- A memorandum calling for the necessary state intervention to secure the release of Sivarasa Anojan, who has been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, was submitted to President Anur... Read More


Rs. 2,040 bln in tax revenue collected by IRD this year; 24% increase from 2025

Srilanka, Oct. 3 -- The total tax revenue collected by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) so far this year has increased to Rs. 2,040 billion, as of September 30, 2026, marking a significant 24% incr... Read More


The internationally acclaimed play 'Every Brilliant Thing' comes to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- Prepare for a theatrical experience that brings people together and celebrates life. The Peterite Arts Foundation, in proud association with World Vision Lanka, announces the show... Read More


GASL Invites Sri Lanka's Gem and Jewellery Industry to Attend JEWELS 2026

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- Sri Lanka's gem and jewellery industry is being called to take its place on a global platform as the JEWELS 2026 International Gem & Jewellery Exhibition & Competition takes place... Read More


Geoffrey Bawa: Architecture for the Senses Opens at Vitra Design Museum in Germany

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- With a career spanning five decades and over 200 projects, Geoffrey Bawa (1919-2003) was one of the most influential twentieth-century architects in Asia. His architecture blends ... Read More


Lanka Walltiles Announces Amalgamation with Vallibel Plantation Management Following LKR 5.01 Billion Capital Raise

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- The Board of Directors of Lanka Walltiles PLC (LWL) has officially resolved to amalgamate its wholly-owned subsidiary, Vallibel Plantation Management Limited, into the parent enti... Read More


Hilton Colombo Sets The Indonesian Table at Graze Kitchen

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- Guest chefs from DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta bring 10 nights of Indonesian classics and regional favorites to Colombo. Hilton Colombo presents 'The Indonesian Table,' a 10-day c... Read More


IRD Tax Collection Exceeds Rs. 2,040 Billion by Q3 2026

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- Total tax revenue collected by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) reached Rs. 2,040 billion by the end of the third quarter of 2026. According to an official media release issue... Read More


Sri Lanka, US discuss strengthening defence cooperation

Srilanka, Oct. 1 -- Sri Lanka and the United States have discussed measures to strengthen defence cooperation, with a focus on joint training, interoperability and responding to emerging security chal... Read More


Loku Patty's brother succumbs to injuries following shooting

Srilanka, Oct. 1 -- The younger brother of organised criminal figure 'Loku Patty' has been shot and killed in the Welikanda area of Ahungalla. He had reportedly been seriously injured in the shoot... Read More