Sri Lanka - October 16, 2026

19 Killed, over 100 Wounded in Sri Lanka Prison Riot

Clashes in a Sri Lankan jail have killed at least 19 people, including four guards, and wounded more than 100 in the worst prison riot in more than five years,

Sri Lanka Raises Fuel Prices by 6% Following USD 695m IMF Loan Installment

Sri Lanka raised fuel prices by up to six percent on Sunday, executing a critical policy alignment with International Monetary Fund (IMF) plans to ensure energy cost recovery and systematically

Bangladesh Leads South Asia in Higher Education Degrees

Bangladesh has secured the top position in South Asia for the attainment of postgraduate and higher education degrees, marking a significant milestone for the country’s regional academic standing. According to the

Sri Lanka Begins Repatriation of 84 Iranian Sailors Following Maritime Conflict

Sri Lanka initiated the formal repatriation process on Friday for the remains of 84 Iranian sailors who lost their lives when their frigate, the IRIS Dena, was sunk nine days

Pakistan Secures Thrilling Last-Over Win Despite World Cup Exit

In a high-stakes encounter where their semi-final hopes were crushed mid-game, Pakistan managed a narrow 5-run "consolation" victory over Sri Lanka. Despite the win, Pakistan finished their T20 World Cup campaign

Sri Lankan Minister to Attend Swearing-in of Tarique Rahman’s New Cabinet

Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Health and Mass Media, has departed for Dhaka to represent his country at the official oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh’s new cabinet. The ceremony, scheduled

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