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A car caused a chain-reaction collision in Mattakkuliya, Sri Lanka, killing three and injuring ten, with the driver taken into police custody.
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The Digital Summit Asia Sri Lanka 2026 is scheduled for October 1 and 2 in Colombo, organized by the Digital Marketers Association of Sri Lanka. The two-day event aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among digital marketing, technology, and creative professionals across Asia. It features key topics like artificial intelligence and the creator economy, alongside international speakers and partners such as Maharaja Media Network.
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Two senior leaders from the Capital Maharaja Group’s Industrial Hub, Nalin Jayawardena and Gehan Amarasinghe, received Gold Awards at the CPM Management Leadership Excellence Awards 2026. The awards recognize their leadership in business performance, transformation and organisational growth.
Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court ordered MP Namal Rajapaksa to remain in remand custody until September 23 in a money laundering case linked to the Airbus scandal. Deputy Solicitor General Janaka Bandara stated in court that businessman Nimal Perera submitted affidavits alleging Rajapaksa received US$800,000 in bribes. The prosecution presented evidence of financial transfers involving Biz Solutions Inc., Saber Vision Holdings, and emails between Rajapaksa and Airbus officials, while strongly objecting to bail. Defence counsel Anil Silva's plea for bail was deferred until September 23.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the European Union is opening the door for Canada to become its first associate member, a status not set out in the bloc's treaties. The announcement comes as Canada seeks a unique alliance amid deteriorating trade relations with the United States.
The UN Global Risk Report released September 15 identifies large-scale war as humanity's top fear, rising 16 places in rankings and featuring among the top six threats across all indicators. Based on 1,300 global participants, the survey shows 36% of respondents believe war effects could impact humanity significantly within a year, and 76% within seven years, while geopolitical tensions and AI risks also dominate concerns.
Shiranthi Rajapaksa, wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, departed for Singapore ahead of her scheduled appearance before the Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) on the 24th, in connection with an investigation into the 'Siriliya' account. Anne de Livera, mother-in-law of her son Rohitha Rajapaksa, accompanied her on the trip.
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presided over the foundation stone laying for cardiac care complexes at Anuradhapura and Trincomalee hospitals, funded by Rs. 5,948 million with JICA assistance. Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Hansaka Wijayamuni announced the investment and noted that foundation stones will also be laid for ward complexes at Mullaitivu and Mannar hospitals.
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A survey has begun across eight Sri Lankan districts to assess the impact of dry weather on livelihoods in agriculture, fisheries, livestock, and small-scale employment, with relief mechanisms to be formulated based on findings. The Disaster Relief Services Centre reports 163,869 affected individuals, led by 43,638 in Monaragala District, and ongoing water distribution efforts.
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The Sri Lankan Ministry of Defence announced that construction has commenced on 5,799 new homes for families whose houses were completely destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah, with land selection nearing completion. Work has also begun on over 57,000 partially damaged houses.
Private fuel suppliers in Sri Lanka are calling for a diesel price hike, reporting losses of Rs. 100 to Rs. 163 per litre due to global energy market turmoil and the discontinued government subsidy. The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation denies any fuel shortage, managing diesel losses through refinery profits, while the Ministry of Energy confirms ongoing discussions with stakeholders to resolve the pricing issue.
Sri Lanka and Thailand signed two labor agreements to recruit 10,000 Sri Lankan workers in Thailand, ensuring their rights and addressing labor shortages. The agreements include a Memorandum of Understanding on Labor Cooperation and a Memorandum of Agreement on Employment, establishing frameworks for recruitment, legal protection, and worker welfare. The initiative strengthens bilateral labor mobility and regulatory oversight.
Former Mrs. World Caroline Jurie and late model Chula Padmendra were acquitted in a Sri Lankan court case involving the removal of Pushpika De Silva's crown and injury during the Mrs. Sri Lanka 2021 pageant. The prosecution failed to prove charges beyond reasonable doubt, as stated by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama.
A farming family in Kalugammulla, Monaragala, Sri Lanka faces severe drought driven by El Niño conditions, which have dried up wells and reservoirs, destroyed crops, and pushed wild elephants into their village, forcing the family to sleep in trees nightly for safety.
Singapore has introduced the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Act 2025 and constitutional amendments to strengthen racial harmony protections, including establishing the Presidential Council for Racial and Religious Harmony, empowering Restraining Orders for offensive content, updating race-related offenses, and implementing safeguards against foreign influence on race-based entities.
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COLOMBO (News 1st ) - Sri Lanka’s world number-one javelin thrower, Rumesh Tharanga, has won the Men’s javelin throw event at the 2026 World Ultimate Athletics Championships. He secured the title with an impressive throw of 91.09 metres.
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake declared that the government faces no further threats and emphasized building a broad people’s movement for national development, while vowing to continue anti-corruption actions against corrupt officials, strengthening institutions such as the CID, CIABOC, the Attorney General’s Department, and the judiciary, and pursuing those who have stolen public funds without exception.
A 44-year-old businessman was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport with 668 grams of Kush narcotics valued at Rs. 6.68 million. He had arrived from Bangkok, and the drugs were discovered concealed in his trousers during a customs inspection.
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The Sri Lanka Navy arrested 65 people over alleged illegal fishing practices across Sri Lankan waters from 1 to 11 September 2026. Authorities seized banned fishing nets, dinghies, vehicles and other equipment, then transferred the suspects and materials to fisheries offices for legal proceedings.
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Indonesian rescuers are searching for 140 missing people after the ferry Virgo Transport 8, carrying 243 passengers and crew, sank in the Java Sea after departing Surabaya. Search and rescue teams evacuated 103 people, one of whom died, while battling waves up to 2.5 meters. Ships and a helicopter have been deployed to the vessel's last known position, located around 150km from its destination.
