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Al Jazeera reported that Brazil has sunk a decommissioned aircraft carrier in the Atlantic Ocean despite concerns expressed by environmental groups that the ageing warship was packed with toxic materials. The “planned and controlled sinking occurred late in the afternoon” on Friday, some 350 km (220 miles) off the Brazilian coast in the Atlantic Ocean, […]
An infant suspected to be a few days old was found abandoned by the side of the Kinniya – Sardhapura road in Trincomalee on Saturday (04) morning and has been handed over to the Uppuweli Police. The infant has been admitted to the Trincomalee Base Hospital and is said to be in good health.
On account of the 75th anniversary of the National Independence Day today (Feb. 04), a total of 208 officers of the Sri Lanka Army (Regular and Volunteer Force) and a record 7,790 Other Ranks (Regular Force and Volunteer Force and Extra Regimental Employment Basis) have been promoted to their respective next rank.
Convener of the Inter-University Students Federation (IUSF) Wasantha Mudalige has stated that plans are underway to stage a protest today (04 Feb.), against the 75th Independence Day celebrations.
Sri Lanka’s 75th Independence Day celebration began at the Galle Face Green this morning (February 04).The post Sri Lanka celebrates 75th Independence Day today appeared first on Sri Lanka News - Latest Breaking News in Sri Lanka - ONLANKA News.
The President's Office strongly rejects the false reports about diplomatic event in Kandy
Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has urged all citizens of Sri Lanka to work together towards the transformation and development of the country.
Sri Lanka has decided to erase the name ÂSlave Island from road signs, postal usage and voter registers nearly two centuries after slavery was abolished in the country.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe is scheduled to address the nation on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of Independence at 06-45 p.m. today (04 Feb.).
US President Joe Biden says he looks forward to strengthening and deepening the cordial bilateral relations with Sri Lanka even further.
A total of 622 prisoners were released on Presidential Pardon today (Feb. 04), the President s Media Division (PMD) says.
British record signing Enzo Fernandez made his Chelsea debut but could not help his new side claim only their second win of 2023 as they were held by Fulham at Stamford Bridge. Argentina midfielder Fernandez completed a £107m move to the Blues from Benfica three days ago and Graham Potter opted to hand him an […]
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said China’s decision to fly an apparent spy balloon over the US is “unacceptable and irresponsible”. The top American diplomat has abruptly cancelled a trip to Beijing, which would have been the first high level US-China meeting there in years. China earlier expressed regret, saying it was a weather […]
The 75th Independence Day ceremony kicked off after President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrived at Galle Face Green a short while ago.
The 75th National Independence Day - themed ÂNamo Namo Matha  A Big Step towards a Century - is celebrated ceremoniously today (February 04) at the Galle Face Green in Colombo as the country is trying to unlock a USD 2.8 billion IMF bailout package to facilitate access to financial support to get the economy back on track.
Rather than jabbing fingers at China’s close cooperation with Sri Lanka, the US might as well show some sincerity and actually do something to help Sri Lanka weather through the current difficulties, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said in her Regular Press Conference on Thursday (02). She said this in response to a question […]
By Saman Indrajith JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva yesterday accused main political parties of arousing communal feelings making use of the debate on the full implementation of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. “This is a trap. We call on the people not to walk into trap,” Silva said, addressing a press conference at the […]
Sri Lanka ‘A’ came agonizingly close to wining the first unofficial Test against England Lions in Galle on Friday as they claimed seven wickets after setting a target of 333. The Sri Lankans had only themselves to blame as they gave their bowlers only 48 overs to have a crack at the Englishmen. After quick […]
Archbishop Emeritus Oswald Gomis passed away yesterday, while being treated at a private hospital. He was 90. He received his primary education at St. Bendict’s College, Kotahena, and at St. Joseph’s College, Colombo. He was ordained in 1958 and was appointed as Auxiliary Bishop of Colombo, in 1968. He was appointed as the Bishop of […]
By Rathindra Kuruwita A sinister campaign was underway to undermine the Election Commission, Executive Director of People’s Action for Free & Fair Elections (PAFFREL) Rohana Hettiarachchi alleged yesterday.Hettiarachchi accused the government of issuing media releases and carrying out activities that made people doubt whether the Commission was doing enough to hold the local council election [...
BBC reported that the United States had said that the additional military aid to Ukraine worth $2.2bn (£1.83bn) will include long-range missiles capable of doubling its attack range. It brings the total amount of military aid given to Ukraine to more than $29.3bn (£24.31bn) since February 2022. The package includes ground-launched small-diameter bombs (GLSDB) which […]
UNICEF has said seven million people in Sri Lanka are in need of humanitarian assistance due to the economic crisis.In its Sri Lanka Humanitarian Situation Report, issued on 02 February, the UN agency said essential services for children such as health, nutrition, and education have been severely impacted by shortages of medicine, food insecurity, lack […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Deputy Director of the National Hospital, Dr. Rukshan Bellana, who had to be rescued by the police recently as an unruly minor staff laid siege to his office and threatened to cause him bodily harm, yesterday (03) alleged that he was under threat subsequent to the exposure of what he called a […]
Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 04 February 2023 by the Department of Meteorology Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva and Southern provinces. Fairly heavy showers above 50mm are likely at some places Sowers or thundershowers will occur elsewhere during the afternoon or night. Showers may occur in […]
BBC reported that celebrated perfume and fashion designer Paco Rabanne has died aged 88 at his home in France. His death was confirmed by Puig, the parent company of his brands, which said he had “marked generations with his radical vision of fashion and his legacy will live on”. Rabanne gained global fame for his […]
Showers or thundershowers are expected in parts of Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva and Southern provinces. Fairly heavy showers above 50mm are likely at some places, the Department of Meteorology says.
The Statement of Government Policy made by the President Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe which is scheduled to be presented on the 08 th will be taken up for debate on the 9 th and the 10 th , the Secretary General of Parliament Mr. Dhammika Dassanayake said.
Showers or thundershowers are expected in parts of Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva and Southern provinces. Fairly heavy showers above 50mm are likely at some places, the Department of Meteorology says.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his message for the 75th Independence Day, has underscored the importance of uniting to implement the new economic and social agenda for the country to reach a high level of economic prosperity.
US President Joe Biden says he looks forward to strengthening and deepening the cordial bilateral relations with Sri Lanka even further.