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The Department of Meteorology warned that heavy showers and thundershowers with rainfall exceeding 50 mm, strong winds and lightning are expected across several provinces and districts after 1 p.m., while misty conditions are forecast for early morning in other areas.
The Department of Motor Traffic has resumed its online appointment booking system, allowing the public to reserve appointments via its website for services at the Narahenpita office, including vehicle registration and ownership transfers, to reduce queuing.
Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe announced measures to prevent essential goods shortages during the upcoming festive season, noting government interventions such as direct farmer purchases and market releases via Sathosa, despite rising prices of bread, bakery products, milk powder, and imported items due to global supply restrictions.
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Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) raised fuel prices effective today, increasing Octane 95 by Rs.15 to Rs.490, Octane 92 by Rs.10 to Rs.424, Super Diesel by Rs.15 to Rs.543, and Lanka Auto Diesel by Rs.5 to Rs.397, while kerosene stayed unchanged. Lanka IOC aligned its fuel rates with CPC's new pricing.
The Department of Prisons has opened an investigation after a 28‑year‑old inmate was shot dead while trying to escape from Dumbara Prison. He was remanded ten days earlier for drug‑related offenses.
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has increased fuel prices effective from midnight today, with Auto Diesel rising by Rs. 5 to Rs. 397 per litre and Super Diesel increasing by Rs. 15 to Rs. 543 per litre.
Colombo (News 1st): The Department of Meteorlogy says that the Deep Depression over the Southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into a Cyclone and named as ‘MURASU’. ‘Cyclone Murasu’ is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify further into a Severe Cyclonic Storm over West-central Bay of Bengal around 2nd November morning.
Colombo (News 1st): Four fishermen who went missing after setting out to sea from the Kudawella Fisheries Harbour in Tangalle have been found unharmed. The Department of Fisheries stated that the fishing vessel was located in deep waters, approximately 200 nautical miles off the coast of Pottuvil.
Reconstruction of nine out of fourteen bridges destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah will commence today under a Rs. 3.95 billion first phase project funded by Chinese assistance.
COLOMBO (News 1st) - The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka has launched an investigation into the recent custodial death at the Kobeigane Police Station. Five suspects were arrested in connection with the incident.
Providing a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is now mandatory for several specified transactions in Sri Lanka, including banking, vehicle registration, and land/business transfers. Individuals can apply online through the Inland Revenue Department's website by submitting a form with a scanned National Identity Card.
Seven Indian fishermen engaged in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan maritime waters north of Talaimannar were arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy during an early morning operation, which also resulted in the seizure of an Indian fishing trawler.
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Sri Lankan table tennis sensation Taavi Samaraweera won the Under-11 Boys' Singles title at the WTT Youth Contender Slovakia 2026 tournament in Senec, Slovakia, becoming the world No. 1 in his age group for 2026 and accumulating seven consecutive youth gold medals.
Plans are being executed to install CCTV cameras in all police stations across Sri Lanka, with procurement already underway. Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent F. U. Wootler said the footage will be used for monitoring stations.
Dengue cases have increased across seven Sri Lankan provinces due to rainy weather, with 105,500 cases and 79 deaths reported this year. The National Dengue Control Unit will conduct mosquito eradication programs in 13 districts from November 9-14 and urges the public to eliminate breeding sites.
Litro Gas Lanka Ltd. announced that domestic gas prices will remain unchanged for November despite rising international market prices. The company increased its market share to 83% following Laughs Gas's suspension of supplies, and legal action was taken against Laughs Gas.
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The 63rd General Assembly of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union commenced today in Colombo at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, with representatives from 66 member countries and 225 media organisations. Jointly organised by Sri Lankan government bodies and Maharaja Media Network, the summit focuses on promoting the nation as a MICE tourism destination.
A depression over the Southeast Bay of Bengal is forecast to intensify into a deep depression and potentially a severe cyclonic storm by November 2, 2026, according to Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology. The system may bring wind speeds of 70–80 kmph and heavy showers or thundershowers to the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, and Southern Provinces, as well as Ampara and Batticaloa districts.
On 19 October 2026, the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Aviation Unit, operating under the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), executed a successful high-risk hostage rescue operation. The mission freed three civilians who had been captive for over eight months and involved three Mi-17 transport helicopters, combat personnel, a tactical negotiation team, and an Air Medical Evacuation Team logging over 18 cumulative flight hours.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reaffirmed that his administration has not introduced any new taxes since taking power and pledged further tax reductions in the upcoming Budget. Speaking at the National Convention of the National Intellectuals Organization in Colombo, he criticized past budget practices for failing to meet targets, noted that several existing taxes have already been reduced, and stated that additional tax relief will be provided.
