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The Prime Minister m...","\u003Cp>Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya received blessings from the Acting Chief Prelate of the Atamasthana, the Most Venerable Ethalawatunuwewe Gnanathilaka Thera, during a visit yesterday (10).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Prime Minister was in the North Central Province at the time to inspect schools in the area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the meeting, the Acting Chief Prelate invoked blessings on the Government’s new initiatives and delivered a brief sermon highlighting the importance of educating the public on education policies, government policies and agricultural policies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe, Member of Parliament for the Anuradhapura District, also attended.\u003C\u002Fp>",30,"standard","published","6a8de2d51984b727d3b0b545",[21],[],[],"6acc5d5e3b462735d00944b2",[],"2026-10-11T16:35:27.000Z",false,"public",{"views":31,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":31},29,0,[],{"data":35},{"id":25,"url":36,"width":37,"height":38,"variants":39,"alt":14,"caption":14,"credit":14},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.newsradio.lk\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002Fc689d494-8cf2-4a24-bb71-c16779c76662\u002Foriginal.jpg",800,595,[40],{"key":41,"width":42,"height":43,"format":44,"url":45},"thumb",320,238,"webp","https:\u002F\u002Fapi.newsradio.lk\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002Fc689d494-8cf2-4a24-bb71-c16779c76662\u002Fthumb.webp",{"data":47,"meta":48},[],{"total":32,"page":49,"limit":18,"hasMore":28},1,{"data":51},[52,68,84,100,116,132,147,160],{"id":53,"lang":12,"title":54,"subtitle":14,"slug":55,"excerpt":56,"html":57,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":58,"tagIds":59,"authorIds":60,"coverMediaId":61,"galleryMediaIds":62,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":63,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":64,"relatedArticleIds":67},"6accb0383b462735d009c0c2","SriLankan Airlines suspends Colombo-Dammam flights until October 18, 2026","srilankan-airlines-suspends-colombo-dammam-flights-until-october-18-2026","SriLankan Airlines has announced the temporary suspension of all flights between Colombo and Dammam, Saudi Arabia, until October 18, 2026, due to recent security-related developments and the prevailing security...","\u003Cp>SriLankan Airlines announced a temporary suspension of all flights between Colombo and Dammam, Saudi Arabia, until October 18, 2026, citing recent security-related developments and the prevailing security situation in Saudi Arabia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The airline stated that the safety of its passengers and crew remains its highest priority. Flights will resume once the situation is confirmed to be suitable for commercial air operations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Passengers seeking further information can contact the airline via 1979 (within Sri Lanka), +94 11 777 1979 (international calls), or WhatsApp at +94 74 444 1979 (text messages only). They may also contact their travel agents or visit www.srilankan.com for updates.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],"6accb0383b462735d009c0be",[],"2026-10-12T09:29:38.000Z",{"views":65,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":66},35,34,[],{"id":69,"lang":12,"title":70,"subtitle":14,"slug":71,"excerpt":72,"html":73,"readingTimeSec":74,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":75,"tagIds":76,"authorIds":77,"coverMediaId":78,"galleryMediaIds":79,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":80,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":81,"relatedArticleIds":83},"6acca1de3b462735d009b059","Wrecker and tipper truck handed over to Army and Coast Conservation Department","wrecker-and-tipper-truck-handed-over-to-army-and-coast-conservation-department","A wrecker and a tipper truck were officially handed over to the Sri Lanka Army and the Department of Coast Conservation and Coastal Resources Management at a ceremony held today (12 October) at the Disaster Man...","\u003Cp>A wrecker and a tipper truck were officially handed over on 12 October to the Sri Lanka Army and the Department of Coast Conservation and Coastal Resources Management at a ceremony at the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). The handover was aimed at strengthening emergency response and infrastructure restoration during disasters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vehicles were donated to the DMC by Lanka Ashok Leyland with the support of the Government of India, as part of efforts to strengthen the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director General of the DMC Major General Sampath Kotuwegoda (Retd) formally handed over the wrecker to Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Nilantha Premaratne. The tipper truck was handed over to Director General of the Department of Coast Conservation and Coastal Resources Management P.B. Turney Pradeep Kumara.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Major General Kotuwegoda, Lieutenant General Premaratne and P.B. Turney Pradeep Kumara attended the ceremony. Executive officers representing the DMC, the Sri Lanka Army and the Department of Coast Conservation and Coastal Resources Management were also present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The provision of these vehicles is expected to enhance the operational capacity of the relevant institutions in responding to emergencies and supporting restoration work following disasters.\u003C\u002Fp>",52,[21],[],[],"6acca1de3b462735d009b055",[],"2026-10-12T08:59:08.000Z",{"views":82,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":82},36,[],{"id":85,"lang":12,"title":86,"subtitle":14,"slug":87,"excerpt":88,"html":89,"readingTimeSec":90,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":91,"tagIds":92,"authorIds":93,"coverMediaId":94,"galleryMediaIds":95,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":96,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":97,"relatedArticleIds":99},"6acca21f3b462735d009b064","Sri Lankan Speaker attends 153rd IPU Assembly in Tanzania","sri-lankan-speaker-attends-153rd-ipu-assembly-in-tanzania","The Speaker of Parliament of Sri Lanka, (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne, together with Member of Parliament Rishad Bathiudeen, participated in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related me...","\u003Cp>The Speaker of Parliament of Sri Lanka, (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne, together with Member of Parliament Rishad Bathiudeen, participated in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings in Arusha, Tanzania, from 5 to 9 October 2026.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sri Lankan delegation actively took part in plenary debates, panel discussions, Standing Committee meetings and thematic workshops, highlighting the country’s initiatives in democratic governance, inclusivity, public accountability and health security.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Addressing the General Assembly under the theme “Enhancing Good Governance and Empowering Communities through Inclusivity, Trust and Opportunities for All,” the Speaker emphasised that public trust and inclusivity are fundamental to sustainable democracy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Highlighting developments in Sri Lanka’s parliamentary representation, he stated that the Tenth Parliament includes 22 women Members of Parliament, representing 9.8 per cent of its membership, including two women representing the Malayagam community. He also noted that, for the first time, a person with a disability is serving in the Tenth Parliament and that this parliamentarian was recently recognised with the 2026 New Parliamentarian Award presented by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Speaker outlined the role played by parliamentary mechanisms in promoting legislative equity, transparency and accountability. These include the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus, the Parliamentary Caucus for Persons with Disabilities, and oversight committees such as the Committee on Public Finance, the Committee on Public Accounts and the Committee on Public Enterprises. He also highlighted Sri Lanka’s Open Parliament initiatives, including broadcasting parliamentary debates with sign-language interpretation and opening committee proceedings to the media and civil society. These measures, he noted, help strengthen the relationship between citizens and their elected representatives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sri Lankan delegation also received special recognition at a high-level side event hosted by the IPU African Geopolitical Group titled “From Commitment to Results: African Parliamentary Action for the Three Zeros on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) Towards 2030.” The recognition highlighted the Speaker’s professional medical background and parliamentary leadership in advancing maternal and newborn health, strengthening healthcare systems and promoting the well-being of vulnerable populations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the sidelines of the Assembly, the delegation held a consultative meeting with representatives of the World Health Organization (WHO), including Mr. Ludy Suryantoro, Head of Multisectoral Engagement for Health Security Preparedness. Discussions focused on strengthening national health security and advancing the WHO Universal Health Preparedness Review. During the meeting, the Sri Lankan delegation underscored Parliament’s vital role in providing the legislative authority required for preparedness reforms, approving and safeguarding funding through the budgetary process, ensuring effective oversight and accountability, strengthening multisectoral coordination, and protecting the rights and equitable access to services of vulnerable populations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The delegation also participated in deliberations across the IPU Standing Committees and thematic workshops addressing a range of global challenges. These included parliamentary strategies for inclusive social development, maintaining peace in the era of military artificial intelligence, parliamentary diplomacy and mediation, maritime security, and the protection of critical infrastructure during conflicts. Other discussions focused on proposals to review the United Nations Charter and strengthen conflict prevention mechanisms, counterterrorism strategies, oversight of extractive industries, digital overload and mental health across generations, ethical artificial intelligence that protects children’s rights, food security in a changing climate, and the implementation of international humanitarian law and international human rights law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Participation in the 153rd IPU Assembly formed part of Sri Lanka’s continued engagement in international parliamentary dialogue and cooperation, particularly in advancing democratic governance, inclusivity, public accountability, health security and sustainable development.\u003C\u002Fp>",154,[21],[],[],"6acca21f3b462735d009b060",[],"2026-10-12T08:57:15.000Z",{"views":66,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":98},33,[],{"id":101,"lang":12,"title":102,"subtitle":14,"slug":103,"excerpt":104,"html":105,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":106,"tagIds":107,"authorIds":108,"coverMediaId":109,"galleryMediaIds":110,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":111,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":112,"relatedArticleIds":115},"6acc85bf3b462735d0097876","New train service introduced between Polgahawela and Peradeniya","new-train-service-introduced-between-polgahawela-and-peradeniya","The Railway Department has introduced a new train service to facilitate schoolchildren and other passengers travelling between Polgahawela and Peradeniya. Train services between Kankesanthurai and Gampola resum...","\u003Cp>The Railway Department has introduced a new train service between Polgahawela and Peradeniya to facilitate schoolchildren and other passengers travelling on that stretch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Train services between Kankesanthurai and Gampola resumed on October 2 and are currently operating as usual, according to the Department of Railways. The new service was introduced alongside the resumption of train operations to improve travel convenience for passengers travelling along the route.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],"6acc85bf3b462735d0097872",[],"2026-10-12T06:02:34.000Z",{"views":113,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":114},43,42,[],{"id":117,"lang":12,"title":118,"subtitle":14,"slug":119,"excerpt":120,"html":121,"readingTimeSec":122,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":123,"tagIds":124,"authorIds":125,"coverMediaId":126,"galleryMediaIds":127,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":128,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":129,"relatedArticleIds":131},"6acc69933b462735d0094c09","Sri Lanka and Montana explore expanded economic and investment cooperation","sri-lanka-and-montana-explore-expanded-economic-and-investment-cooperation","Sri Lanka and the State of Montana in the United States have explored opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation and expand investment in agriculture, manufacturing, mineral resources and technology durin...","\u003Cp>Bilateral discussions between Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe have explored opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation between Sri Lanka and the State of Montana in the United States and to expand investment in agriculture, manufacturing, mineral resources and technology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting was held on 09 October at the Bilateral Meeting Hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism. It was aimed at strengthening economic ties, expanding investment opportunities and fostering mutually beneficial business partnerships between Sri Lanka and Montana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining stable and favourable economic policies to attract investment to Sri Lanka. The two sides also explored ways to encourage foreign investment and establish direct links between the business communities of Sri Lanka and Montana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Key areas of discussion included expanding market opportunities for agricultural products, developing facilities for the collection and storage of agricultural produce, and facilitating the exchange of modern technologies. The meeting also explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation between manufacturing industries and industrial enterprises in Sri Lanka and Montana, while examining the potential for collaboration in mineral-based industries and information technology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The possibility of organising a visit to Montana by a Sri Lankan business delegation was also discussed. Such a visit would enable Sri Lankan entrepreneurs and business representatives to gain a better understanding of the investment and commercial opportunities available in the state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting was attended by United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric S. Meyer and members of the American delegation, including Montana Department of Commerce Director Marta Bertoglio, Montana Department of Agriculture Director Jillian Streit, and Deena Mansour, representing the University of Montana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The discussions provided an opportunity to identify potential areas for expanding economic relations between Sri Lanka and Montana, with a focus on trade, investment, technology exchange and future business cooperation.\u003C\u002Fp>",83,[21],[],[],"6acc69933b462735d0094c05",[],"2026-10-12T04:48:45.000Z",{"views":74,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":130},51,[],{"id":133,"lang":12,"title":134,"subtitle":14,"slug":135,"excerpt":136,"html":137,"readingTimeSec":65,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":138,"tagIds":139,"authorIds":140,"coverMediaId":141,"galleryMediaIds":142,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":143,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":144,"relatedArticleIds":146},"6acc69bc3b462735d0094c11","Fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm likely in several parts of Sri Lanka","fairly-heavy-rainfall-exceeding-75-mm-likely-in-several-parts-of-sri-lanka","Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today (12), with fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm likely in several provinces and districts, according to the Department of...","\u003Cp>According to the Department of Meteorology, showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today (12), with fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm likely in several provinces and districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the morning, showers or thundershowers will occur at some places in the Ampara, Batticaloa and Mullaitivu districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva and North-Western provinces, as well as in the Anuradhapura and Mannar districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Misty conditions may occur at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during the early hours of the morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimise possible damage caused by temporary, localised strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],"6a985ebe55750bd6c4a636fb",[],"2026-10-12T04:30:05.000Z",{"views":145,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":145},48,[],{"id":148,"lang":12,"title":149,"subtitle":14,"slug":150,"excerpt":151,"html":152,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":153,"tagIds":154,"authorIds":155,"coverMediaId":141,"galleryMediaIds":156,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":157,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":158,"relatedArticleIds":159},"6acc5d343b462735d0094473","Showers or thundershowers expected in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m.","showers-or-thundershowers-expected-in-most-parts-of-the-island-after-100-pm-2","Showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m.   Showers or thundershowers will occur at some places in Ampara, Batticaloa and Mullaitivu districts during the morning. Fairly h...","\u003Cp>Most parts of the island are expected to see showers or thundershowers after 1.00 p.m. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva and North-Western provinces and in Anuradhapura and Mannar districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the morning, showers or thundershowers will occur at some places in Ampara, Batticaloa and Mullaitivu districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The general public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Misty conditions can be expected at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during the early hours of the morning.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],[],"2026-10-12T04:03:29.000Z",{"views":82,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":82},[],{"id":161,"lang":12,"title":162,"subtitle":14,"slug":163,"excerpt":151,"html":164,"readingTimeSec":18,"seo":14,"type":19,"status":20,"primaryCategoryId":21,"categoryIds":165,"tagIds":166,"authorIds":167,"coverMediaId":141,"galleryMediaIds":168,"videoUrl":14,"publishedAt":169,"isBreaking":28,"isFeatured":28,"isPinned":28,"allowComments":4,"visibility":29,"location":14,"stats":170,"relatedArticleIds":172},"6acc5d343b462735d009447b","Showers or thundershowers to occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m.","showers-or-thundershowers-to-occur-in-most-parts-of-the-island-after-100-pm","\u003Cp>After 1.00 p.m., showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva and North-Western provinces and in Anuradhapura and Mannar districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the morning, showers or thundershowers will occur at some places in Ampara, Batticaloa and Mullaitivu districts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The general public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Misty conditions can be expected at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during the early hours of the morning.\u003C\u002Fp>",[21],[],[],[],"2026-10-12T04:03:28.000Z",{"views":171,"uniqueViews":32,"shares":32,"comments":32,"likes":32,"trendScore":171},39,[]]