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Veteran singer Saman De Silva passes away

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April 27, 2025
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Veteran singer Saman De Silva, a renowned and much-loved Baila artist, has passed away at the age of 69, family sources confirmed.

Govt under pressure to announce Sri Lanka’s stand in case of Indo-Pak war

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April 27, 2025
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The government is under pressure from the opposition to declare Sri Lanka’s position in the event of further escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan.

Huge blast at key Iranian port kills 14 and injures more than 750

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April 27, 2025
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At least 14 people have been killed and 750 injured in a massive explosion at one of Iran’s key ports, authorities say.

19 arrested in northeastern India over social media posts on Pahalgam attack

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April 27, 2025
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At least 19 people were arrested across three northeastern states of India by Saturday for making “seditious”

Watch Live: Pope Francis’ funeral begins at St. Peter’s Square

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April 26, 2025
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Pope Francis’ funeral
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The funeral Mass for Pope Francis is underway in a packed St. Peter’s Square.

Port City Colombo uniquely positioned to become fintech capital of South Asia

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April 26, 2025
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Port City Colombo
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From left: FASL Founding President Rajkumar Kanagasingam presents the report titled ‘Enhancing Port City Colombo as a Leading Fintech Hub in South Asia’ to CHEC Port City Colombo Managing Director Xiong Hongfeng at the event PIC BY KITHSIRI DE MEL