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The Netherlands will face consequences if it blocks the export of high-end semiconductor equipment to China, Beijing’s envoy to the country has warned. The Hague announced new curbs on the export of chip-making technology this month, in step with the United States in curtailing China’s access to cutting-edge chips. “This will not be without consequences. […]
The Director of Aviation in the United Kingdom’s department of transport appreciated India on the number of female pilots and the implementation of Digi Yatra on Wednesday. Rannia Leontaridi, the Director of Aviation and Director General of Civil Aviation (UK) shared her views on ‘designing a future-proof aviation & airports system’ at the CAPA India […]
Fifa has stripped Indonesia of hosting rights for the Under-20 World Cup. The decision follows the cancellation of the official draw for the tournament, which was due to be held in Bali last Friday. The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) said Fifa was forced to cancel the draw after Bali’s governor Wayan Koster refused to […]
Pope Francis has a respiratory infection and will need to spend a few days in hospital in Rome, the Vatican says. The 86-year-old had breathing difficulties in recent days but does not have Covid, a statement said. It said he would need “a few days of appropriate hospital medical therapy”. “Pope Francis is touched by […]
Sri Lanka and India have mulled over the ways and means to enhance bilateral trade, particularly through Indian Rupee trade expansion, as a key pillar of the island nation s economic revival.
A minor tremor of 3.7 magnitude was felt in the seas area off the coasts of Beruwala a short while ago (30 March).
Former Election Commission Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya has deemed the postponement of the Local Government (LG) election a crime which affects the country s democracy.
Hon. Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana, Speaker of Parliament and Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe, the President, paid their final respects to the late Hon. Joseph Michael Perera, a former Speaker of the Parliament of Sri Lanka and Cabinet Minister, today (30) in Parliament.
The Supreme Court has fixed two petitions, filed against Finance Ministry Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana, for consideration on May 22.
Senior Advisor of the Minister of Sports Sudath Chandrasekara on Wednesday (March 29) informed former national cricket captain and former MP Arjuna Ranatunga in writing to immediately resign as the Chairman of the National Sports Council.
Chile detected the first case of bird flu in a human, the country s health ministry reported on Wednesday.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has stated that Sri Lanka s ethnic issue cannot be divorced from the main economic issue it is currently facing.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) fears the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan granted to Sri Lanka could erode rights in the country. The global human rights group said that the Government of Sri Lanka should ensure that policies to enhance revenues do not further erode economic and social rights and that anti-corruption reforms provide accountability. On […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that it is crucial for students in the country to have comprehensive knowledge of modern technology and continually update themselves with the latest advancements to prepare for the future.The post Students should be equipped with modern technology to take over the country by 2048 appeared first on Sri Lanka News - Latest Breaking News in Sri Lanka - ONLANKA New...
A 32-year-old restaurant owner who was critically injured in a shooting incident yesterday (March 29) in Midigama area in Ahangama, has died while receiving treatment in Matara Hospital.The post Restaurant owner shot dead by armed gang in Ahangama appeared first on Sri Lanka News - Latest Breaking News in Sri Lanka - ONLANKA News.
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested four youths in connection with the recent assault on first-year students of Sabaragamuwa University.
An individual, who defrauded people of money by creating a phishing website of the Kandy branch of Indian visa application centre, has been arrested.
The STEAM education system which is introduced from tomorrow (March 31) under the theme ‘Let’s see - let’s work - step into the future’, can be utilised to strengthen the national economy since STEAM education system contributes up to 65 percent of the GDP of some countries, Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha said.The post STEAM education system for Sri Lankan schools from tomorrow appeare...
Aljazeera reported that Indonesia’s presidential and general elections have been thrown into jeopardy following a surprise ruling to delay voting by a court in Jakarta, prompting widespread condemnation of the shock, and seemingly unconstitutional, decision. The Central Jakarta District Court ruled earlier this month that the elections – scheduled to take place in February 2024 […]
Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 30 March 2023 by the Department of Meteorology Showers or thundershowers will occur at a few places in Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces and in Anuradhapura, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts during the afternoon or night. Winds will be South-easterly or variable in direction and wind speed will be […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe who was the chief guest at the 135th Annual Prize Giving ceremony of Ananda Vidyalaya in Colombo said that it is crucial for students in the country to have comprehensive knowledge of modern technology and continually update themselves with the latest advancements to prepare for the future which would enable them to […]
Israel has conducted air attacks on targets in the Damascus area with loud explosions heard over the capital city at approximately 1:20am local time (22:20 GMT), the ministry of defence and state media reported. The SANA state news agency said Syrian air defences were “confronting hostile targets” in the early hours of Thursday morning, the […]
The remains of the late former Speaker of Parliament and Cabinet Minister, Joseph Michael Perera will be brought to the parliament complex today (March 30) at 9.00 a.m. to pay respects. MOE
A restaurant owner, who was critically wounded after being shot at yesterday in the Midigama area in Ahangama, has succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the hospital. .
Pope Francis spent the night in hospital in Rome, where the 86-year-old will continue receiving treatment on Thursday for what the Vatican has said is a respiratory infection.
By Ifham Nizam Turkish Ambassador to Sri Lanka R. Demet Sekercioglu will attend the first-ever celebration of International Zero Waste Day today at 9.30 am at Waters Edge, Battaramulla with Environment Minister Engineer Nasir Ahmed presiding. Christopher Powers, Director of the office of Economic Development of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Dr. […]
An open letter to President Ranil Wickremesinghe Recent articles in the local press have publicised the government plans for introduction of nuclear power plants to Sri Lanka with Russian support. A similar decision was taken way back in 2010, by the then President to bring nuclear power plants to Sri Lanka from South Korea. At […]
By Rathindra Kuruwita The government was threatening petroleum workers and forcing them to work against their will, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) trade union leaders said, protesting against the deployment of the police and the military in CPC premises. CPC unions on Tuesday withdrew from issuing fuel in protest against the government’s decision to privatise a […]
… asks people to march on Colombo By Saman Indrajith JVP trade union wing leader and former MP K.D. Lalkantha has called on all those who want an election to get ready to march on Colombo to force the government to hold the local council polls. Addressing a JVP-led NPP meeting at Kolonnawa on Tuesday, […]
The government intensified its crackdown on dissent as thousands of people protested against the dire economic situation, Amnesty International said in its latest annual world report. The report, The State of the World’s Human Rights, highlighted that The rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly came under fierce attack by law enforcement agencies, which […]