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The Election Commission is to consider a request to allow Sri Lankans living overseas to vote at future elections. A request in this regard was put forward to the Election Commission by a civil society organization. The group noted that there are thousands of Sri Lankans who are either employed overseas or are dual citizens. […]
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) explored opportunities to further support Sri Lanka in achieving rights and choices for all citizens. UNFPA Asia Pacific Regional Director, Pio Smith, who is engaged on an official visit to Sri Lanka, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena at Temple Trees. The meeting was marked by […]
The United States is to work with Sri Lanka to prevent illicit maritime trafficking in nuclear and radioactive material. The US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung said that the U.S.-Sri Lanka partnership in addressing global security threats is ever-growing. “The new MOU between the Sri Lanka Navy and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National […]
Sri Lanka’s new Inspector General of Police (IGP), Deshabandu Tennakoon, assumed duties at the Police Headquarters with cricketing legends Aravinda de Silva and Sanath Jayasuriya among those present. Tennakoon was appointed as the 36th Inspector General of Police of Sri Lanka by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The new IGP also met President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Public […]
More than 110 Palestinians are reported to have been killed while trying to get desperately needed aid in north Gaza. Crowds of waiting civilians descended on a convoy of lorries after it passed through an Israeli military checkpoint on the coastal road west of Gaza City. Israel’s military said troops fired at some people they […]
An organiser of a “whites only” party in Sri Lanka has apologised after the event sparked a backlash online. The event’s advertisement specified a white dress code, but also had a line saying “Face control: White” – which was largely interpreted to mean the event was open only to white people. An organiser later said […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited Wilgamuwa Pallegama Madhya Maha Vidyalaya today, February 29th, to assess the educational activities of the students. President Wickremesinghe who was on his way to the Wilgamuwa Divisional Secretariat auditorium spotted students at the Pallegama Madhya Maha Vidyalaya stadium and took the opportunity to engage with them in a friendly conversation, inquiring [...
SLNS Sayurala returned home today (29) after successfully participating in the multilateral naval exercise MILAN 2024. The naval exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, was held from 19th to 27th February in the Visakhapatnam Port and in the Bay of Bengal, eastern seas of India. MILAN-2024 had been organized as two phases and the Harbour […]
Zia-ur-Rehman bagged a five-wicket haul but the advantage was still with Ireland at the end of Day 2 of the one-off Test at Tolerance Oval in Abu Dhabi. Ireland finished with a first-innings total of 263, thanks to Paul Stirling’s half-century and useful contributions from the lower order, to take a handy 108-run lead. Afghanistan […]
Gaza health authorities said more than 100 Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli forces as they waited for an aid delivery on Thursday, but Israel challenged the death toll and said many of the victims were run over by aid trucks.
The historic first-ever night passing out parade for Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) cadet officers took place under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the SLAF Academy in China Bay on Thursday (29).
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that the “Aswesuma” and “Urumaya” programs play a significant role in sustaining the livelihoods of people in a country facing economic challenges. He assured that immediate relief would be provided to all those entitled to it.
The State Minister for Technology, Mr. Kanaka Herath, announced that the anticipated National Cyber Security Act will be introduced this year, followed by the establishment of the Cyber Security Authority.
Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) over the import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, was further remanded till March 14, 2024 by the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court.The post Keheliya Rambukwella further remanded until March 14, 2024 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, former Health Ministry Secretary and 5 others have been further remanded until 14th March by the Maligakanda Magistrate Court over the import of substandard human immunoglobulin vials.
Cameron Green scored his second Test match ton as Australia overcame a mid-innings wobble on a green-top in Wellington to claim early control of the first Test against New Zealand. At stumps on the opening day at Basin Reserve, Green’s unbeaten 103 helped Australia overcome a fine Matt Henry bowling performance (4 for 43) to […]
The Madras High Court on Thursday directed the Tamil Nadu government to appoint a senior Indian Administrative Service officer and an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer as nodal officers in-charge, to make all necessary arrangements to take the mortal remains of former PM Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict Santhan to Sri Lanka.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon has approved to provide financial aid to police personnel facing legal issues pertaining to actions taken while performing their duties.
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court today (February 29), nullified the Cabinet's decision that permitted former President Maithripala Sirisena to retain his official residence at Paget Road, Colombo 07, even after his tenure.The post Supreme Court invalidates Cabinet decision granting Paget road residence to Maithripala Sirisena appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The Department of Meteorology has cautioned the people of rising temperatures in the North-western, Western and Southern provinces and Ratnapura and Mannar Districts in the coming hours.
The State Minister for Technology, Kanaka Herath, speaking at a press briefing titled “Collective Path to a Stable Country” held at the President Media Centre (PMC) today (29) said that preparations were underway to host the Digital Economy Summit in Sri Lanka next July. He said that the summit will serve as a platform for […]
The Election Commission has informed that S.C. Muthukumarana of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) was appointed to fill the MP seat left vacant due to the resignation of Uddika Premarathne.
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The Supreme Court on Thursday (29 Feb.) quashed the Cabinet decision allowing former President Maithripala Sirisena to occupy his official residence at Paget Road in Colombo 07 even after he left office.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasized that swift relief would be provided to all eligible ÂAswasuma beneficiaries while stressing the importance of government officials support in effectively delivering the ÂAswasuma and ÂUrumaya benefits to the people.
Sri Lanka has signed a nuclear security pact with the United States to detect and interdict illicit trafficking in special nuclear material and other radioactive material, as part of the efforts to address the growing global security threats.
The overall rate of inflation as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a Year-on-Year (Y-on-Y) basis, has further decreased to 5.9% in February, compared to the previous month.
Sri Lanka has been lauded with the prestigious World Restoration Flagship Award by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) for its remarkable efforts in rejuvenating mangrove ecosystems.
The newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Mr. T. M. W. Deshabandu Tennakoon met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (29).