India and Sri Lanka to Co-host Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

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1 year ago

March 16, 2024

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finalized the qualification process for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which is set to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

The tournament will feature 20 teams, with 12 automatic qualifiers and 8 positions to be filled through Regional Qualifiers.

The top eight teams from the 2024 edition of the tournament will secure automatic qualification, joining hosts India and Sri Lanka.

Additionally, between two and four remaining spots will be allocated to the next best-ranked teams in the ICC Men’s T20I rankings table as of 30 June, 2024, depending on the host finishing positions.

For the eight remaining positions, Regional Qualifiers will determine the participating teams.

This structure ensures representation from various cricketing regions, promoting inclusivity and providing opportunities for emerging cricketing nations to compete at the global level.

The decision was made during the recent ICC Board meeting held in Dubai, where discussions also centered around the future structure and context of international bilateral cricket.

LG polls to be held on May 06 (Update)

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12 minutes ago

March 20, 2025

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The Election Commission has announced that the 2025 Local Government (LG) Elections will be held on May 06.

The acceptance of nominations for the LG Elections concluded at 12.00 noon today (March 20).

(Previous news 2025 March 20 – 8.47.a.m.)

2025 LG poll date to be announced today

The Election Commission states that the date for the upcoming Local Government Election will be announced today (March 20).

According to the Election Commission, no nominations will be accepted after 12.00 noon today.

Following the submission, any objections to the nominations will be reviewed accordingly.

The Chairman of the Election Commission also noted that organizing processions or meetings on behalf of parties or candidates is strictly prohibited.

Only half of Sri Lankans brush teeth twice a day

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3 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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Available statistics suggest that only 50% of Sri Lankans brush their teeth twice a day, the Health Ministry has stated.

This was highlighted during a press briefing in Colombo yesterday (March 19) held to mark the World Oral Health Day which falls today (March 20).

Speaking, Consultant Dental Surgeon and vice secretary of the Sri Lanka Dental Association – Dr. Nilantha Ratnayake has stated that this leads to tooth decay, heavily impacting oral health.

He also noted that 3/4 of Sri Lankans inflicted with oral diseases have been identified to be hailing from low income households.

Dr. Ratnayake further stated the high consumption of sugar and not using toothpaste with fluoride as major reasons for oral health issues in Sri Lanka.

Gazette revises import export regulations

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4 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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An extraordinary gazette notification has been issued, revising multiple import and export regulations, including a significant update permitting Bureau Veritas inspection certificates for vehicles imported from all countries.

A Gazette Extraordinary has been issued yesterday (March 19) revising amending multiple import and export regulations.

The revised regulations include a key change allowing Bureau Veritas inspection certificates for vehicles imported from all countries.

Accordingly, Sri Lanka Customs is required to verify the authenticity of documents online before clearing motor vehicles.