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Veteran Sri Lankan singer Chandra Kumara Kandanarachchi passed away on Tuesday morning (March 26). He was aged 76 at the time of his demise.
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to reduce the Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) of the Central Bank by 50 basis points (bps) to 8.50 percent and 9.50 percent, respectively.The post Sri Lanka Central Bank further reduces policy rates appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stor...
The government has decided to distribute rice to as many as 2.8 million low-income families, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya says.
Virat Kohli’s 100th T20 half-century set the platform as RCB got off the mark with a four-wicket win over Punjab Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday night. Having restricted PBKS to 176/8 in their 20 overs, Kohli made the most of an early reprieve when he was yet to open his account, set […]
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to reduce the Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) of the Central Bank by 50 basis points (bps) to 8.50 per cent and 9.50 per cent, respectively.
Tuesday 26th March, 2024 Former President Maithripala Sirisena, who declared last Friday that he was aware of the identity of the mastermind behind the Easter Sunday terror attacks, made a statement to the CID yesterday. His political opponents are baying for his blood; among them are those who were in the Yahapalana government at the […]
A big 328-run win in the first Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet helped Sri Lanka to make steady progress in the World Test Championship. Sri Lanka were placed last in the points table before yesterday but moved up to number six having collected 12 points from the first Test that ended inside four days. England […]
52nd Death Anniversary of Philip Gunawardena falls today by Dr. W. A. Abeysinghe The legendary revolutionary and pioneer of the Sri Lankan Marxist movement, Don Philip Rupasinghe Gunawardena, was born on 11 January 1901 in the rural village of Boralugoda in the Hevagam Korale. His father was Don Jakolis Rupasinghe Gunawardena, popularly known as Boralugoda […]
Fergus Cumming, Deputy Chief Economist of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), concluded a three-day visit to Colombo from 18 to 20 March, British High Commission said in a statement. Fergus engaged in constructive discussions with key stakeholders, including the State Minister of Finance, Central Bank Governor, IMF Representatives, Diplomatic counterparts, opposition parties, ...
Nairobi – In response to an invitation extended by Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, Sri Lanka’s Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva is visting Kenya. Upon his arrival at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi, General Silva was accorded a grand reception by the Kenyan defence forces. The visit signifies a deepening […]
A ceremony to mark the National Day of Pakistan was held at the High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Colombo on Saturday (23). The event was attended by a sizeable number of Pakistani community based in Sri Lanka. The participants resolved to make Pakistan a strong, vibrant, progressive, and democratic state. The National […]
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa notes public anger towards the Government of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Rajapaksa said that his party, the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is not very happy with the Government. He also noted that the public have been expressing anger towards the administration. The SLPP leader said that his party will contest the […]
Sri Lanka’s capital wants to pair with Washington as a ‘sister city’ and the proposal has been made to the Mayor of Washington D.C., Muriel Bowser. The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States Mahinda Samarasinghe met the Mayor of Washington D.C., Muriel Bowser at City Hall in the John Wilson Building. The Ambassador […]
Indonesia and Sri Lanka discussed enhancing collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including military training, strategic partnerships and security initiatives. Indonesian Ambassador Dewi Gustina Tobing paid a courtesy visit to Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne, Monday, at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte. Following a warm reception, the Defence Secretary he...
The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) recorded a statement from former President Maithripala Sirisena over revelations he made with regards to the Easter Sunday attacks. Sirisena was questioned for over 5 hours by the CID over his claims. Police Media Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said that the claims will now be investigated and legal action initiated. […]
Sri Lanka recorded over 1000 complaints of abuse of women and children from January to March this year. The Police said that 1,077 complaints related to incidents of abuse, violence and harassment against women and children were recorded from 04 January to 10 March 2024. The complaints were recorded on the 109 Police hotline. The […]
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena arrived in Beijing on Monday for a six-day official visit to China at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. According to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian on Friday, Chinese leaders will have in-depth exchange of views with Gunawardena on continuing China-Sri Lanka traditional friendship, deepening political mutual trust, […]
The Chief of Defence Staff of Sri Lanka Armed Forces (CDS) General Shavedra Silva visited the Defence Headquarters of Kenya in Nairobi on Monday (25). He was hosted by Kenya s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the importance of holistic education, advocating for a curriculum that includes both academic subjects and nutritional support for children across the country.
Kasun Rajitha’s five-fer got the job done for Sri Lanka on the fourth day as the visitors took a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following a 328 run win. Chasing an almost improbable 511, Bangladesh were already reeling at 47/5 by stumps on the third day. They only managed to add 135 runs on […]
Kasun Rajitha’s five-fer got the job done for Sri Lanka on the fourth day as the visitors took a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following a 328 run win. Chasing an almost improbable 511, Bangladesh were already reeling at 47/5 by stumps on the third day. They only managed to add 135 runs on […]
The price of a cup of milk tea in Sri Lanka has been reduced by Rs.10, the All-Island Restaurant Owners’ Association announced today (March 25).The post Milk tea prices drop in Sri Lanka appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The former General Manager of the Coconut Cultivation Board was arrested for allegedly misappropriating over Rs. 77 million from the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), police said.The post Former Coconut Cultivation Board GM arrested for alleged Rs. 77 million misappropriation appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena arrived in Beijing on Monday for a six-day official visit to China at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
A group of students attached to Kelaniya University is currently staging a protest in front of the university administrative building over the death of a student due to a sudden illness, according to a student union.The post Students protest at Kelaniya University over student’s death, alleged negligence of administration appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Sto...
The Chairman of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), former President Maithripala Sirisena has summoned all members of the party to Colombo for a pivotal meeting scheduled for the weekend.
The special unit established in the Bureau for the Prevention of Abuse of Children and Women of Sri Lanka Police has received a total of 1,077 complaints related to incidents of abuse, violence and harassment against women and children, through the hotline number 109 between 04 January to 10 March 2024.
The Navy Canoe and Kayak team conducted a Kayak training session at Talaimannar sea on Saturday (23) in preparation for the inaugural Indo-Sri Lanka Annual Canoeing Sprint 2024, to be held on 10th and 11th April 2024 from Talaimannar to Dhanushkodi, India. Indo-Sri Lanka Annual Canoeing Sprint 2024 is co-hosted by the National Association of […]
The Local Milk Powder Producers Association says that no steps have been taken so far to lower the price of local milk powder.The post No steps taken to lower local milk powder prices – Local Milk Powder Producers Association appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The Government will launch a nationwide programme from today (March 25) to provide free meals to all students from Grades 1 to 5.The post Sri Lanka Government launches free meal for primary students today appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.