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Sacred Relics Journey Begins for Sirasa Namami

COLOMBO (News 1st)l The ceremonial procession carrying the sacred Sri Sarvanna relics commences today (9) from the Nelligala International Buddhist Ce...

09-05-2025 | 11:15 AM

“None of Our Business” — JD Vance on Ind-Pak War

(Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday that India and Pakistan should de-escalate tensions, but he added that the U.S. cannot contr...

09-05-2025 | 8:39 AM

Regional Tensions Boost Colombo Port Activity

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Colombo Port has experienced an increase in operational activity due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakista...

09-05-2025 | 8:14 AM

National Vesak Week Begins Tomorrow

COLOMBO (News 1st); The National Vesak Week is set to commence tomorrow, with this year’s theme being “Let's associate with noble people with good qua...

09-05-2025 | 8:02 AM

Court Hears Testimony from Zahran's Widow

COLOMBO (News 1st); The High Court of Kalmunai on Thursday (8) heard a case filed against Fathima Hadia, the widow of Zahran Hashim, the leader ...

09-05-2025 | 7:54 AM

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Five Dead in Sri Lanka Military Helicopter Crash

COLOMBO (News 1st); Five military personnel have been confirmed dead following the crash of a Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Bell 212 helicopter into the Maduru Oya Reservoir earlier this morning, according to SLAF Spokesperson Group Captain Eranda Geeganage.The helicopter, which departed from the Hingurakgoda Air Force Base at 6:47 a.m., was on a drill exhibition over the Maduru Oya area when it crashed at approximately 8:17 a.m.Group Captain Geegan...

09-05-2025 | 11:07 AM

Pilots, Special Forces Survive Helicopter Crash

COLOMBO (News 1st): All 12 personnel aboard the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Bell 212 helicopter that crashed into the Maduru Oya Reservoir earlier this morning have been rescued safely, according to SLAF Spokesperson Group Captain Eranda Geeganage.The...

09-05-2025 | 10:50 AM

Air Force Helicopter Crashes into Maduru Oya

COLOMBO (News 1st); A Bell 212 helicopter belonging to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has crashed into the Maduru Oya Reservoir earlier today, according to Air Force Spokesperson Group Captain Eranda Geeganage.The aircraft had taken off from the Hing...

09-05-2025 | 9:05 AM

Pilots, Special Forces Survive Helicopter Crash

09-05-2025 | 10:50 AM

Air Force Helicopter Crashes into Maduru Oya

09-05-2025 | 9:05 AM

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Online Registration for University Admission Begin

COLOMBO (News 1st) - Online registration for university admission based on the results of the Advanced Level (A/L) examination begins today.University Grants Commission (UGC) said that prospective students can complete their registration by visiting the official UGC website at www.ugc.ac.lk. Th...

09-05-2025 | 7:52 AM