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Sri Lanka To Present National Statement At UNGA

COLOMBO (News 1st) - Sri Lanka's national statement at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is set to be delivered tomorrow (28).Fo...

27-09-2026 | 8:03 PM

President Addresses Gampaha Rally

COLOMBO (News 1st) - President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says there will be no limit to action against those who have stolen public property, stressing...

27-09-2026 | 7:58 PM

Pope Leo Draws 800,000 To Open-Air Mass In Paris

Several hundred thousand people have gathered in the French capital to attend Pope Leo XIV’s outdoor Mass.The Vatican estimated that 800,000 people ca...

27-09-2026 | 6:03 PM

Tilvin Silva to Meet BJP Representatives

COLOMBO (News 1st): General Secretary of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Tilvin Silva, who is currently on an official visit to India, is scheduled to...

27-09-2026 | 4:56 PM

Police Remove Thileepan Statue in Nallur, Jaffna

COLOMBO (News 1st):Police have removed a statue of Thileepan erected in Nallur, Jaffna.Police Media Spokesperson ASP F. U. Wootler said the action was...

27-09-2026 | 3:43 PM

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Janiru Kavinda Claims The Voice Teens S3 Crown

COLOMBO (News 1st) – After months of dreams, determination and unforgettable performances, the stage of The Voice Teens Sri Lanka Season 3 has witnessed its defining moment, as four exceptional young voices competed for the coveted international title.The highly anticipated Grand Finale of The Voice Teens Sri Lanka Season 3 was held at Stein Studios in Ratmalana, bringing together four finalists who had captivated audiences throughout their remar...

27-09-2026 | 10:41 PM

SL Among World’s Most Improved Travel Destinations

COLOMBO (News 1st); As the global tourism industry enters a new era of growth and transformation, Sri Lanka has emerged as one of the world's standout success stories, securing a place among the top 10 fastest-improving travel and tourism economies i...

27-09-2026 | 7:52 PM

Two Dead, One Injured in Baddegama Shooting

COLOMBO (News 1st): Two people have been killed and another injured in a shooting in Halpethota, Baddegama.The injured victims were rushed to Elpitiya and Karapitiya hospitals for treatment.The victims were travelling in a three-wheeler this morning ...

27-09-2026 | 12:34 PM

SL Among World’s Most Improved Travel Destinations

27-09-2026 | 7:52 PM

Two Dead, One Injured in Baddegama Shooting

27-09-2026 | 12:34 PM

Local News

Island-Wide Raids Target Substandard Bottles

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Consumer Affairs Authority has initiated island-wide special raids regarding substandard reusable plastic bottles and baby milk bottles.The Authority stated that 144 raids have been carried out in connection with this.It is reported that over 1,400 units of the relevant subst...

27-09-2026 | 2:13 PM