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Sri Lankan Army Commander Lieutenant General Nilantha Premaratne greeted a child with special needs during a special programme held at the Senehasa Education, Resource, Research and Information Centre (SERRIC) in Colombo today (October 1).
The programme was held to mark the 77th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army and World Children’s Day.
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Sri Lanka Railways says plans are underway to resume train services between Colombo and Kandy in January.
Speaking to News 1st, Sri Lanka Railways General Manager Raveendra Pathmapriya said steps have been taken to resume train services to Peradeniya and Gampola from tomorrow.
He added that approximately Rs. 1 billion has been spent on construction and restoration work along the affected section of the railway line.
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Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva has met with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar during his official visit to India.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen the longstanding bonds of friendship between India and Sri Lanka.
He also reaffirmed that India, as a trusted partner, will continue to support Sri Lanka’s progress and prosperity.
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The Cabinet has approved a proposal to construct a new indoor stadium in Jaffna to strengthen indoor sports and improve sports infrastructure in the Northern Province.
The project, submitted by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million.
The facility aims to support the growth of sports such as table tennis, tennis, badminton, netball, and chess, with a special focus on schools and local sports clubs.
Officials say the initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize sporting and recreational facilities in the region and provide better opportunities for youth engagement.