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Appreciation I cannot write much as I interacted with him only for a short period and did not keep in touch lately, yet I was saddened to read the news of him passing away. This is because during this short period I knew him, he left a lasting impression as someone who really cared for […]
- Former Minister Gamini Jayawickrama Perera passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Former Minister Gamini Jayawickrama Perera passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Former Minister Gamini Jayawickrama Perera passed away (Category: Breaking News)
- President Ranil Wickremesinghe Visits Former Minister Gamini Jayawickrama Perera (Category: Breaking News)
A 16-year-old boy with Sri Lankan roots, described by his parents as a “golden boy” took his own life in the UK after being blackmailed over nude photographs, an inquest heard. Dinal De Alwis, 16, was found by a coroner to have killed himself in Sutton, south London, in October 2022. A Metropolitan police investigation […]
- Ten-year-old child suspected to have been raped and murdered (Category: Breaking News)
- Public Finance committee wants CBSL to defer pay hike (Category: Breaking News)
- University student arrested over Race Course murder remanded (Category: Breaking News)
- FAO Director-General arrives in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
The Legends Cricket Trophy, the premier cricket extravaganza uniting iconic players in a thrilling new tournament, proudly announces Star Sports as its official broadcast partner for its upcoming tournament. Set to take place from March 8th to 19th 2024 at the Pallakele Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka, the event promises fans across the globe a […]
- Legends trophy to kick off with a clash between Yuvraj and Harbhajan in Kandy (Category: Breaking News)
- Isuru Udana finds joy playing for New York Superstar Strikers in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Inaugural edition of Lanka T10 to be held in December 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Bollywood stars to storm Kandy for Legends Cricket Trophy (Category: Breaking News)
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- How Spinach Helps Manage Blood Sugar Levels Naturally (Category: Breaking News)
- Live healthily and say yes to avocado (Category: Breaking News)
- Ambarella Fruit : Discover The Wonderful (Category: Breaking News)
- Pale people 'need more vitamin D' (Category: Technology)
Afghanistan Head Coach Jonathan Trott conceded that Sri Lanka outplayed his team in all three departments in the recently concluded bilateral series between the countries. While Sri Lanka won the one-off Test match, they swept Afghanistan 3-0 in the ODIs before taking an unassailable 2-0 in the T-20 series. On Wednesday, Afghanistan managed to record […]
- Pakistan, Sri Lanka in talks for ODI series (Category: Breaking News)
- IPL stars expected to join teams in Hambantota (Category: Breaking News)
- Hundred heroes Cook and Trott punish Sri Lankans (Category: Breaking News)
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- An Open Missive To AKD & NPP (Category: Breaking News)
- Black & White; No Shades? (Category: Breaking News)
- Feminist Revolt & Masculinity Pitfalls In The Bolshevik Camp: Sri Lanka’s Election Prelude (Category: Breaking News)
- A Government Without The Wickremesinghes & Rajapaksas (Category: Breaking News)
A spacecraft built and flown by Texas-based company Intuitive Machines landed near the south pole of the moon on Thursday, the first U.S. touchdown on the lunar surface in more than half a century and the first ever achieved by the private sector.The post Moon landing today: US clinches first touchdown in 50 years appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Private spacecraft lands on lunar surface; first U.S. moon landing since 1972 (Category: Breaking News)
- Japan’s ‘Moon Sniper’ makes historic lunar landing (Category: Breaking News)
- Japan makes history, becoming fifth country to land spacecraft on moon (Category: Breaking News)
- Chandrayaan-3, India’s Moon lander and rover (Category: Breaking News)
Engineer Noel Priyantha has tendered his resignation as the spokesperson of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), this move confirmed by Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera via his X handle (formerly Twitter).The post CEB Spokesman Noel Priyantha resigns over controversial remarks appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- CEB spokesman resigns from post over controversial remarks (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB to submit electricity tariffs reduction proposal to PUCSL today (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB spokesman resigns following outrage over comments (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB hands over proposal to reduce power tariffs (Category: Breaking News)
by Ifham Nizam The Ceylon Electricity Board Engineers’ Union (CEBEU) yesterday expressed displeasure at some comments made by CEB Media Spokesman during a live telecast called ‘Big Focus’ on the Derana Television Channel on Tuesday (February 20, 2024). CEBEU Joint Secretary Buddika Wijeyawardhna said: “We urged the General Manager of the CEB to clarify the […]
- CEB charges Rs 10,000 more than LECO for new connection (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB charges Rs 10,000 more than LECO for new connection (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB spokesperson resigns (Category: Breaking News)
- CEB hands over proposal to reduce power tariffs (Category: Breaking News)
Hollywood actor Jason Momoa has congratulated Sri Lanka for being declared a UN World Restoration Flagship, in recognition of the island nation s efforts to rebuild and restore its mangrove ecosystems.
Hollywood star Jason Momoa congratulated Sri Lanka for working together to make positive change. Best known for his role in the movie Aquaman, the actor congratulated Sri Lanka after the island was declared a UN World Restoration Flagship, in recognition of its vital efforts to rebuild and restore the mangrove ecosystems. In a UN video, […]
- New envoys for Pakistan and Thailand in Sri Lanka present their credentials (Category: Breaking News)
- Iranian President invited for state visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Diana wants a better night life for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- King Charles wants to work with Sri Lanka to uphold democracy (Category: Breaking News)
The 2024 Sumathi Awards ceremony, the 29th edition of one of the most popular television awards shows in Sri Lanka, is taking place in Colombo on Tuesday (Feb.20).
Expanding its subcontinent profile, Thailand’s National carrier “Thai Airways” has announced their resumption of direct flight services to Colombo, connecting the Fareast and Southwest Pacific towards the pearl of the Indian Ocean. Thailand being one of the famous leisure destinations in the region with Bangkok being its capital city is well known for nightlife, excellent cuisine and […]
- Thailand says ties with Sri Lanka elevated to new heights (Category: Breaking News)
- Hollywood star congratulates Sri Lanka for working together to make positive change (Category: Breaking News)
- Mervyn takes fake coffin inside cemetery to protest (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan prosecuted in Vietnam over property theft (Category: Breaking News)
by Rajan Philips 2024 is election year practically everywhere. In South Asia, it is two down and two to go. Bangladesh went first in January, and the governing Awami League won the election as predicted, with the main opposition Bangladesh National Party boycotting the election and the government fielding independent candidates to avoid the embarrassment […]
- Executive Ranil Turns Constitutional Interpreter, As AKD Arrives Via India (Category: Breaking News)
- Destination Delhi: Roving President’s Next Port Of Call (Category: Breaking News)
- 2024: The Year Of South Asian Elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Timetable set for India’s national election, deadlock elections loom in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Executive Ranil Turns Constitutional Interpreter, As AKD Arrives Via India appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Electing A New Parliament & Ending The Old Presidency (Category: Breaking News)
- India’s Election Timetable & Sri Lanka’s Deadlock Elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Electing A President: Three Against One In The US & Three Against Three In Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- 117th Birth Anniversary & Long Legacy Of JR Jayewardene (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post In Tamil Nadu Even As BJP Moves In Spurts, I.N.D.I.A. Wilts Away appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Electoral Prospects In India & Tamil Nadu Have Better Predictability Now (Category: Breaking News)
- Rebounce Of Padayatra Phase 3 After A Respite Of 18 Days For State President Annamalai (Category: Breaking News)
- A Mammoth Concourse Moving Purposively In Tamil Nadu 28 & 29 July (Category: Breaking News)
- Modi’s Strategies & Engagements In Tamil Nadu In Recent Times (Category: Breaking News)
Rex Clementine in Dambulla Having rewritten the record books during the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, Sri Lanka’s opening batter Pathum Nissanka says he wants to go on to become the best batsman in the world. Nissanka during the first ODI had become the first Sri Lankan to score a double hundred in ODI cricket […]
- Nissanka becomes first Sri Lankan to post double hundred in ODIs (Category: Breaking News)
- Pathum Nissanka smashes Sri Lanka s first-ever double century in ODI history (Category: Breaking News)
- Major blow as Asitha suffers hamstring injury (Category: Breaking News)
- Mathews left out of World Cup qualifiers (Category: Breaking News)
After their triumph at the Abu Dhabi T10 tournament, the New York Strikers are now gearing up for the second season of the Legends Cricket Trophy. Their outstanding performance in both the Abu Dhabi T10 and the Lanka Premier League showcased their talent and commitment, earning them global recognition and praise. Led by the likes […]
- New York Superstar Strikers finalize squad with proud leadership of Yuvraj Singh ahead of upcomi... (Category: Breaking News)
- Isuru Udana finds joy playing for New York Superstar Strikers in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Star Sports named broadcaster for Legends Cricket Trophy (Category: Breaking News)
- Legends trophy to kick off with a clash between Yuvraj and Harbhajan in Kandy (Category: Breaking News)
Two months after moving court against Sukesh Chandrashekhar, Sri Lanka born Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez has now filed a complaint with Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora alleging that the conman was harassing her and issuing threats from jail, The Indian Express reported. “I am a responsible citizen who has found herself inadvertently embroiled in a […]
- Sri Lankan born star Jacqueline Fernandez granted interim bail (Category: Breaking News)
- Jacqueline Fernandez named an accused in money laundering case (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan born Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez served notice by Delhi Police (Category: Breaking News)
- Conman bought house for Jacqueline Fernandez in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
Rex Clementine at Pallekele Sri Lankan cricket has been ahead of times compared to some of our Asian neighbours over the years. In our formative years, Gamini Dissanayake was convinced that the team needed a foreign coach and quite a few of them were hired including Sir Garry Sobers to help the team in early […]
- Protect local coaches (Category: Breaking News)
- Hashan Tillakaratne appointed Bangladesh women’s head coach (Category: Breaking News)
- Excitement high as World Cup approaches (Category: Breaking News)
- Just how did Sri Lanka win a series in South Africa? (Category: Breaking News)
Rex Clementine at Pallekele Sri Lanka overcame Afghanistan in the one-off Test match at SSC but captain Kusal Mendis is aware that when it comes to ODI cricket, they will be a different kettle of fish. Afghanistan have never won an ODI series against Sri Lanka. They travelled to the island for bilateral series in […]
- Mathews left out of World Cup qualifiers (Category: Breaking News)
- Time is running out for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Kamindu Mendis needs to be persevered with (Category: Breaking News)
- Stability in ODI team but flaws still exist (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe said in Parliamenty yesterday he was aware that Value Added Tax (VAT) was a burden on the public. He said it would be possible to reduce VAT with the passage of time. Delivering the government policy statement at the commencement of the new session of Parliament, the President said: “The prior scarcity […]
- “We may contest elections separately but let us collaborate in nation-building endeavors” – Pres... (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka President Ranil delivers Government’s policy statement in Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- President ready to exempt school supplies, health equipment, medicine, etc., from VAT (Category: Breaking News)
- Govt will increase benefits for people as revenue buffers strengthen, says President (Category: Breaking News)
Inaugurating the 5th session of the 9th Parliament of Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe called upon all lawmakers to collaborate in nation building even though they would be contesting elections separately. “From ancient times to the present day, our world has encountered a myriad of crises, spanning nations and personal lives alike. While some crises […]
- Sri Lanka President Ranil delivers Government’s policy statement in Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- Economy improving, VAT can be reduced – RW (Category: Breaking News)
- President blames Sajith for crisis (Category: Breaking News)
- Government’s objective is to develop Sri Lanka as a thriving nation by 2048 (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe while presenting his Policy Statement in Parliament today (February 07), says the government was planning to reduce the tax burden as economic reforms continue to stabilize the economy.The post Sri Lanka President Ranil delivers Government’s policy statement in Parliament appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- “We may contest elections separately but let us collaborate in nation-building endeavors” – Pres... (Category: Breaking News)
- President blames Sajith for crisis (Category: Breaking News)
- Economy improving, VAT can be reduced – RW (Category: Breaking News)
- Government’s objective is to develop Sri Lanka as a thriving nation by 2048 (Category: Breaking News)
N Sathiya Moorthy Chennai 4 February 2024 The way western nations through their diplomats deployed in Colombo continue to comment on what essentially are internal matters of the country, they should sooner than later be prepared for a future government either asking them to shut up or withdraw into a shell, at times quitting […]
- Modi committed to support Indian origin Tamils in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Anura insists visit to India will not change party policy (Category: Breaking News)
- Iranian President invited for state visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- When AKD met AKD, why and to what end (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka needs more on-field aggression to re-establish its Test prowess, new captain Dhananjaya de Silva said yesterday ahead of their one-off Test match against Afghanistan. Sri Lanka is dead last on the World Test Championship (WTC) rankings and their last match in October at the same ground saw a humiliating innings and 222-run loss […]
- Mendis Mayhem (Category: Breaking News)
- Herath fit for third Test against Australia (Category: Business)
- Kamindu Mendis named ICC Player of the Month (Category: Breaking News)
- Nissanka wants to be best batter in the world (Category: Breaking News)
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