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Liquor prices in Sri Lanka have increased from November 1 following a rise in the cost of manufacturing empty bottles, according to industry representatives. The cost of a 750ml empty bottle has increased to Rs. 160, while 375ml and 180ml bottles now cost Rs. 140 and Rs. 109 respectively. The higher packaging costs have contributed to price adjustments across parts of the licensed alcohol market. Refundable bottle deposits have also been revised. The deposit for…
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All licensed liquor outlets across Sri Lanka will remain closed on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in observance of World Temperance Day, according to the Department of Excise. The closure applies to liquor stores and other licensed establishments selling alcoholic beverages, with sales prohibited throughout the designated day. World Temperance Day is observed annually on October 3 and focuses on awareness around alcohol consumption, moderation and its social and health considerations.
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Sri Lanka is considering a new approach to tobacco control that could permanently prevent people born from 2010 onwards from legally purchasing cigarettes and other tobacco products. The proposal, known as the Tobacco-Free Generation policy, has been backed by the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC) as part of a broader discussion on reducing tobacco use and its long-term impact on public health. Under the proposal, anyone born on or after January 1, 2010 would…
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