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Sri Lanka has not met 30% of its due commitments to the IMF programme by the end of April 2024, which translates to a total of 19 unfulfilled obligations, according to a report by Verité Research.
Sri Lanka Navy, in coordination with the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC)in Colombo have rescued 03 fishermen from a distressed local fishing vessel off the east coast of Sri Lanka, about 42 nautical miles (77km) off the Batticaloa Lighthouse on Friday (17).
Adani Green Energy s wind energy project, coming up in Sri Lanka s northern Mannar and Pooneryn districts, has been challenged in the island s apex court on grounds of potential environmental impact and Âlack of transparencyÂ.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) this week praised Sri Lanka for the progress it has made in implementing economic reforms, despite the difficulties faced by the public.The post IMF praises Sri Lanka’s economic progress amid challenges appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
One Sri Lankan fisherman has been killed while another is reported missing after a multi-day fishing vessel collided with a ship off Valaichchenai, Trincomalee.
The United States (US) says it remains a steadfast partner to the Sri Lankan people, including those who continue seeking justice and equal rights, 15 years since the end of the war. In a post on X to mark 15 years since the end of Sri Lanka’s civil war, the US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, […]
The United States assures that it stands in solidarity with all Sri Lankans, reflecting on the resilience and hope for a united future, on the anniversary marking 15 years since the end of Sri Lanka s war.
West Indies will tour Sri Lanka for three ICC Women’s Championship ODIs followed by as many T20Is, starting 15 June. For Sri Lanka, who recently qualified for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 to be held in Bangladesh, the upcoming white-ball assignment would play a crucial role in helping them prepare for the Women’s […]
The UK Government’s Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and Sri Lanka/s Ministry of the Environment have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two nations, to protect and enhance the marine environment. Prabath Chadrakeerthi, Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Sara Rusling, Deputy Director for the UK’s Department for Environment, Food and […]
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a summons to former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa over his granting of a presidential pardon to a soldier who was convicted for killing eight ethnic Tamils, including a child, in 2000. The move comes exactly five months after the apex court in a landmark ruling overturned a presidential pardon granted […]
S.P.P. Angelo of St. Sylvester’s BC and Nirushika Jayathissa of Up Hill BC were adjudged the Best Boxers of the Novices Boxing Tournament held at the Royal MAS Arena in Colombo. The tournament, organised by the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), featured a record number of 186 boxers from 27 clubs. Rohan de Silva, […]
‘Far worse than Canadian declaration of Tamil genocide’ By Shamindra Ferdinando Top Patriotic National Movement (PNM) spokesperson Dr. Wasantha Bandara said that the government should explain how it intended to counter the powerful Eelamist lobby seeking to divide the country on ethnic lines with the help of the US, a self-appointed world policeman. Dr. Bandara […]
…finds fault with outgoing US Amb. Julie The international community (IC) has completely failed the Tamil community here, SJB MP Mano Ganesan has alleged.Issuing a statement on Thursday (16) to mark the 15th anniversary of the ending of the war, the leader of the Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Ganesan alleged that the international community […]
Saturday 18th May, 2024 Lessons that the 2022 mass uprising provided have gone unlearnt if the ruling party politicians’ unruly behaviour is anything to go by. Those who went into hiding fearing aggressive mobs that pursued them have crawled out of the woodwork; they are exuding hubris and flexing their muscles, again. Old habits are […]
…worked in India, Uganda and Ruwanda before arriving in the UK A Sri Lankan Tamil, who fled the country during the conflict, has been appointed the Mayor of Ipswich Borough Council. According to the British media, Labour Councillor Elango Elavalakan is the first Hindu to hold that position. Members of Ipswich’s Hindu community attended Wednesday […]
…proposes South Sudan, Montenegro, East Timor, Bosnia, Eritrea, and Kosovo style solution A controversial resolution has been introduced to the US Congress calling on the United States to work towards an independence referendum for Eelam Tamils and recognize the genocide committed against them by the Sri Lankan state. The resolution, introduced by Wiley Nickel, is […]
By Easwaran Rutnam The United Nations has demanded accountability from Sri Lanka on decades of enforced disappearance. Sri Lanka’s Government must take meaningful action to determine and disclose the fates and whereabouts of tens of thousands of people who have been subjected to enforced disappearance over the decades and hold those responsible to account, a […]
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Coinciding with the 15th Victory Day anniversary 3146 sailors have been advanced to their next higher rates by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, with the approval of Hon. President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. Sri Lanka's security forces, including the armed forces, police, and Civil Security Department, played a critical role in defeating a nearly 30-year-l...
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that the government plans to transform Sri Lankan agriculture using modern technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The government is committed to support the private sector entrepreneurs interested in this initiative.
In view of the 15th anniversary of Victory Day, the Sri Lanka Navy has promoted 3,146 senior and junior Sailors of the Regular and Voluntary Forces to their next ranks, Sri Lanka Navy said.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the government plans to transform Sri Lankan agriculture using modern technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and is committed to support the private sector entrepreneurs who are interested in this initiative. The President further mentioned that 100 Divisional Secretariat Divisions have been selected for the Agricultural Modernization Program t...
Twenty Indian crew members and a Sri Lankan are stranded on board the Dali, the container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
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The Sri Lankan Government must take decisive steps to reveal the fates and locations of the tens of thousands who have disappeared over the years and hold those accountable, according to a UN Human Rights Office report released today (May 17).The post UN demands accountability for Sri Lanka’s enforced disappearances appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri La...
Sri Lankan star Dinara Punchihewa has ben included in Forbes’ 2024 30 Under 30 list for Asia. Forbes’ 2024 30 Under 30 list for Asia highlights a remarkable cohort of young trailblazers who are making significant strides in entertainment and sports. In the entertainment sector, the list features a diverse group of talents, including actors, […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe today announced plans to transform Sri Lanka s agriculture sector using modern technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), and to support private sector entrepreneurs interested in this initiative.
Sri Lanka Customs have detected a large consignment of Ice , also known as Crystal Methamphetamine, valued at around Rs. 100 million, which had reportedly arrived in a parcel from Guatemala, through airmail service.