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Foreign Minister Ali Sabry has defended the decision to allow his son to attend meetings at the UN as part of the Sri Lanka delegation. Issuing a statement, the Foreign Minister said that in addition to his responsibilities in assisting President Ranil Wickremesinghe with his high-level engagements, as the Foreign Minister he also maintains a […]
The United States and Sri Lanka had discussions focusing on economic assistance and human rights. The discussion took place between US Under Secretary Victoria Nuland and Foreign Minister Ali Sabry in New York. “Our work together continues at #UNGA. I met with @MFA_SriLanka Minister Ali Sabry to discuss U.S. economic assistance, human rights, and our […]
In a recent press briefing on the EU with the Article 14 Conference of the Comprehensive Nuclear Ban Test Treaty, Sri Lanka reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation by announcing its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT). The press conference was convened as part of the EU Article 14 Conference on the CTBT, and Sri Lanka’s ...
Highlighting Challenges, Achievements and Commitment to Sustainable Development and Climate Action.
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Commencing the National IT and BPM Week, the central event is slated for October 11, 12, and 13, 2023, at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Hall in Colombo, the President s Media Division (PMD) says.
As in 2019, the winner of this year’s ODI World Cup will be awarded prize money of USD 4 million. The ICC has allocated a total of $10 million for the tournament, which begins on October 5 in Ahmedabad. Two million dollars have been set aside for the runner-up while the losing semi-finalists can also […]
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health has placed orders to import Nipah virus detection test kits and is expecting them to arrive in the country in the coming days.The post Sri Lanka imports test kits to detect Nipah virus appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Port and Airport Levy on imported milk powder has been increased by 10 percent with effect from today (September 22), Trade Minister Nalin Fernando said.The post Import tax on powdered milk increased appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Former President Maithripala Sirisena told the United Nations (UN) today that he opposes an international investigation into the Easter Sunday attacks. Sirisena told Parliament that he met the UN Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, Marc-André Franche today and expressed his views on the Easter Sunday attacks. The former President said that what is required is […]
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The Colombo District Court today (22 Sep.) ordered that the interim injunction preventing Sarath Ekanayake, who was appointed as General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) after Dayasiri Jayasekara s expulsion, from serving in his new position, be further extended.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres offered the UN’s continued support to Sri Lanka’s reconciliation efforts and to advocate for a better international financial architecture. Guterres met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, the UN said in a statement. The Secretary-General expressed solidarity with the people of Sri […]
Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation by announcing its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT).
Sri Lanka has called for reform in multilateral institutions like the UN, particularly the expansion of the Security Council’s composition. President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed the UN General Assembly in New York yesterday which reflected on the theme of “Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity” and its relevance to Sri Lanka’s recent challenges. He mentioned how Sri...
Sri Lanka's inflation rate for August 2023 dropped to 2.1% from 4.6% in July 2023, said the Department of Census and Statistics yesterday (September 21).The post Sri Lanka President’s robust economic development program leads to 62.1% drop in inflation – Minister appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Inoshi Priyadarshani’s career-best returns of 4 for 10 backed up by a quick 32 from Anushka Sanjeewani helped Sri Lanka brush aside Thailand by eight wickets and advance to the semi-finals of the Asian Games in Hangzhou. Chasing 79 in the rain-reduced 15-overs-a-side quarter-final, Sri Lanka coasted to a win in 10.5 overs. Rain and […]
Sri Lanka s Ministry of Health has placed orders to import testing kits to detect Nipah infections after the southern Indian state of Kerala reported an outbreak of the bat-borne virus.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Nireekshak which arrived in Trincomalee on 14th September 2023 on a formal visit, departed the island on 21st September. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship in accordance with naval tradition at the port of Trincomalee. The Diving Support Vessel, INS Nireekshak, engaged in various diving […]
Police Spokesperson SSP Nihal Thalduwa says 44 lives in total were claimed in gun violence incidents reported in the months that have elapsed in 2023.
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed the UN General Assembly in New York yesterday (September 21) which reflected on the theme of “Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity” and its relevance to Sri Lanka’s recent challenges.The post Sri Lanka President address at the UNGA highlighting Sri Lanka’s journey to rebuild trust and global solidarity appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri L...
The hearing of the case against Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka over alleged sexual assault before the New South Wales District Court has been concluded and Judge Sarah Huggett will deliver her verdict on 28 September, Australian media confirmed.The post Hearing of Danushka Gunathilaka’s case concludes, verdict to be delivered next week appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest ...
Sri Lanka reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation by announcing its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) at a press conference convened as part of the EU Article 14 Conference on the CTBT. Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry who participated in this Press Briefing revealed that Sri Lanka’s […]
by Neville Ladduwahetty In order to assuage the apprehensions of India regarding the intended arrival of the Chinese research vessel Shi Yang 6 to Sri Lanka, an informed source of the National Aquatic Resources Research Agency (NARA) is reported to have said “a team of officials from the NARA would board Shi Yang 6 to […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday (21) on the theme “Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity” and its relevance to Sri Lanka’s recent challenges. He mentioned how Sri Lanka faced significant social, economic and political challenges in the past year, including threats to democratic traditions but has managed to […]
Court ruling on Oct 18 Civil society activist Oshala Herath yesterday (21) said that he had launched a special website (www.dianagamage.info) to inform the public of his case against State Minister Diana Gamage over the citizenship issue. One-time head of New Media an outfit established by yahapalana President Maithripala Sirisena emphasized the importance of winning […]
The US on Wednesday announced a USD 19.23 mn (Rs 6.2 bn) grant to support economic growth and democratic governance activities. It was made during an event held at the Finance Ministry. The US embassy stated: “The U.S. $19.23 million (Rs 6.2 billion) is obligated through the Development Objective Grant Agreement between the United States […]
by Rex Clementine A movie titled ‘800’ elaborating the life and career of spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan will be screened in Sri Lanka from the 6th of October onwards. The movie made in several languages will be a hit and a trailer was shown in Colombo yesterday in the presence of Media Minister Dr. Bandula […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Deputy Asia director at Human Rights Watch (HRW) Meenakshi Ganguly says Sri Lanka could request foreign governments to prosecute those responsible for human rights violations coming under the purview of relevant jurisdictions. Stressing the responsibility on the part of Sri Lanka to indict the accused, Ganguly said Sri Lanka could ask foreign […]