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Cabinet approves 2027 Budget proposals
President to present 2027 Budget in parliament today
Don't judge 2027 Budget solely on welfare benefits or tax concessions: Dy Minister
President reviews final 2027 Budget proposals ahead of presentation to parliament
President to present 2027 Budget in parliament tomorrow
Tense situation at monks’ protest site near Ruwanweli Maha Seya
Two arrested with stock of foreign cigarettes and over 5,482kg of beedi leaves
Democrat Scott Colom seals historic win in Mississippi Senate race
Kassapa Thero and two other monks continue fast unto death for second day
Health authorities warn of increased risk of 'rat fever' amid monsoon rains
Private bus owners lodge HRCSL complaint over monthly route permit renewals
Several major rivers reach minor flood levels amid heavy rainfall
Russia, Ukraine reach deal on prisoner swap as US says lack of trust holds back talks
Saudi Arabia says debris from intercepted missiles falls in Mecca region
Heavy rainfall above 100mm expected in parts of the island today
President to present 2027 Budget in parliament today
Badulla-Bandarawela road reopened for traffic at Uduwara
Govt welcomes formal closure of case against Anojan Sivarasa in Saudi Arabia
Anojan Sivarasa released, to be brought back to Sri Lanka – Foreign Minister
Badulla-Bandarawela road blocked due to earthslip in Uduwara
Sri Lankans warned against going abroad for employment on Visit Visas
Hoax bomb alerts sent to schools in Italy, UK and Ireland in latest disruption
Several roads in Colombo flooded after heavy rains; traffic congestion reported
NBRI extends landslide warnings for several areas across 7 districts
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Police urge public to report reckless driving amid rise in fatal road accidents
Tense situation at monks’ protest site near Ruwanweli Maha Seya
Several areas including Colombo receive heavy rains | Rainfall likely to increase on Nov 14, 15 & 16
President to deliver 2027 Budget Speech tomorrow | Focus on macro picture of Budget – Dy Minister
Pilotless passenger drone makes inaugural flight in Sri Lanka
Contempt case against Dilith Jayaweera and 5 others; Further consideration adjourned to tomorrow
Four killed, 70 injured in three-bus collision in Rambewa; Reckless overtaking & speeding suspected
Cabinet approves $200mn ADB loan to boost SME Sector
Colombo flooding examined at DCC meeting;
Bay of Bengal disturbance may develop into depression; Rains expected to intensify from Nov. 15
Govt. to amend Organised Crime Prevention Bill
Monks seek pardon for Gnanasara Thero; Urge govt. to curb anti-Buddhist activities in the country
GMOA to stage protest in Colombo tomorrow; Govt reserves right to take action against obstacles – MP
Showers wreak havoc across Sri Lanka; Another low pressure system over Bay of Bengal on Nov. 11
What caused floods in Colombo? Special emergency response taskforce to be set up
New bills should empower courts rather than police and politicians -Ex-Justice Minister on Hyde Park
Deniyaya Tragedy: Bodies of all victims recovered Another teenager goes missing after boat accident
Dhananjaya de Silva scores his 14th Test century against Pakistan in Rawalpindi
Mumbai trade captain Pandya to Punjab in exchange for Arshdeep in IPL
Pakistan-Sri Lanka second Test moved from Lahore to Rawalpindi
World Athletics raises entry standards for LA 2028 Games
Kusal Mendis scores 11th Test century against Pakistan
Dhananjaya de Silva scores his 14th Test century against Pakistan in Rawalpindi
Mumbai trade captain Pandya to Punjab in exchange for Arshdeep in IPL
Pakistan-Sri Lanka second Test moved from Lahore to Rawalpindi
World Athletics raises entry standards for LA 2028 Games
Rumesh Pathirage ranked 8th in World Athletics Men’s 2026 Athlete of the Year
Sri Lanka stumble to 114-3 in reply to Pakistan’s 434-9
Pakistan declare on 434/9 against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi Test
