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By a Special Sports Correspondent The much looked forward to clash between table leaders Kandy SC and Ceylonese Rugby & Football Club (CR&FC) will decide the top team in the inter-club 15-a-side league rugby first round when they clash at Nittawela grounds on Saturday (January 20). The match, according to a SLR communiqué shared in […]
Friday 19th January, 2024 Gotabaya Rajapaksa landed this country in such a mess, on his watch as the President, that it has apparently been left doing only two things at present—undoing what he did and doing what he undid. His much-advertised Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour was like the Dhammika Peniya or the herbal syrup […]
Police have fired tear gas to disperse a protest march organized by the university non-academic staff near the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Ada Derana reporter said.
Thursday 18th January, 2024 Various remedies are being tried for Sri Lanka’s economic crisis, prominent among them being exponential tax and tariff increases and the divestiture of state ventures. The SLPP-UNP government is making the public undergo untold suffering in the name of economic recovery, but nothing will help revive the ailing economy and prevent […]
The Princess Royal had concluded her visit to Sri Lanka describing herself as the ‘eyes and ears’ of the monarchy, the British media reported. Anne is known for her busy work schedule and she said there was a need to ‘get out and find out what’s going on’. Her comments came at the end of […]
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Gourmet Galle, the partner festival to the esteemed Galle Literary Festival, is set to launch an exceptional 12-week culinary celebration on the picturesque shores of the south of Sri Lanka. Conceived by Geoffrey Dobbs, the festival director, and founder, Gourmet Galle aims to bring people out of the wintry cold and dark countries, offering an […]
Injury and surgery had sent leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga to the cold and after being unavailable for six months, he made his presence felt in the third ODI against Zimbabwe picking up three wickets in just two overs. The star bowler who has been named Sri Lanka’s T-20 captain was in the squad from the start […]
On his comeback to international cricket, leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga picked up career best figures of seven for 19 as Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe by eight wickets to secure the three match series 2-0 at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium on Thursday. In a game that was severely affected by rain and reduced to 27 overs, Zimbabwe […]
Bangladeshi cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan won a seat in the country's parliament on Sunday after a landslide victory in a general election boycotted by the opposition, an official said.The post Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan wins parliament seat appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
By Sanath Nanayakkare When a country is in an economic crisis, it creates an environment conducive to implementing economic reforms which would be difficult to do in good times, however, it still depends on how far the reformist leaders can shape the opinion of the people and the people’s willingness to take those reforms on […]
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A Sri Lankan-origin pioneer of location-tracking technology has been appointed OBE in the King's New Year Honours.The post New Year Honours 2024: Sri Lankan-origin Tracking tech pioneer is appointed OBE appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
By Sujeeva Nivunhella reporting from London A momentous Christmas tradition took an extraordinary turn this year as King Charles III’s annual holiday message was followed by the enchanting voice of 15-year-old Binu Tennakoon, London-born of Sri Lankan descent, leading the carol choir in a heartwarming rendition of a beloved carol. In an exclusive interview with […]
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A Sri Lankan born pioneer of location-tracking technology has been appointed OBE in the King’s New Year Honours. Dr Sabesan Sithamparanathan, who founded Cambridge company PervasID, devised a real-time location tracking system used by NHS trusts, hospitals, aircraft manufacturers and retailers. He is among 105 people in the East honoured for their exceptional contribution to […]
Sri Lanka’s Catholic Church has condemned a private TV station over a dress worn by a singer for a Christmas Day recording outside the Basilica of Our Lady of Lanka church in Ragama. Issuing a statement, the Archdiocesan Social Communication and Cultural Centre said that it condemned the dress and the performance of singer Nathasha […]
by Rex Clementine Given the huge strides that India have taken in cricket these recent years, you sensed that this was the best opportunity for Rohit Sharma’s side to win a first ever Test series in South Africa. Although India have an excellent record in Australia in recent years, a series win in South […]
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As per directive issued by the Commissioner General of Excise, all wine shops and liquor sales outlets will remain closed on Christmas day (25 December) and Unduwap Full Moon Poya Day (26 December) However, all star-class hotels approved by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) with valid liquor licenses are permitted to sell liquor […]
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Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts hosted exclusive five-course dinners curated by renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and former original judge of MasterChef Australia, Gary Mehigan at the London Grill, followed by a grand event at Atrium, Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
With Christmas less than a week away, we highlight what some of our popular figures have to say about Christmas 2023…yes, their Wishes for Christmas 2023. * Merlina Fernando (Singer): My Christmas wish this year is a little different to any other year as our people went through a lot throughout the past few years. […]
South Asian pop music sensation – Yohani, bagged top honors in the categories of “Most Popular Music Video” and “Most Viewed Music Video of 2021” at the TV Derana Music Video Awards held recently. The win comes on the back of the launch of Yohani’s debut album – “Kella,” which was released on all […]
Renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and former original judge of MasterChef Australia, Gary Mehigan took Sri Lanka on a culinary journey during his recent visit to Sri Lanka. Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts hosted an exclusive five-course dinners curated by Gary Mehigan at the London Grill, followed by a grand event at Atrium, Cinnamon Grand […]
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House of Janaan proudly announced the opening of their inaugural store in Colombo, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s fashion landscape. The grand unveiling garnered esteemed dignitaries, fashion luminaries, and close friends, joining in celebration of culture and individuality in the haven of the luxurious House of Janaan. The brand founded by Sarah Illyas, […]
Tuesday 12th December, 2023 Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has lashed out at a section of the media for floating a story that he is planning to patch up differences with President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Premadasa has alleged that the journalists who are spreading that story are in the pay of the government. His consternation is understandable. […]