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Showers or thundershowers will occur in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-western, Uva and Central provinces and Anuradhapura, Vavuniya, Mannar, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 p.m. today (20).
An official delegation of the Foreign Affairs Ministry will visit New Zealand from 22-25 April to attend to the matters related to the opening of the Sri Lankan High Commission in Wellington.
In true Sri Lankan spirit, Cinnamon Grand Colombo hosted an Avurudhu event at Nuga Gama. Festivities included Sri Lankan food, sweets, beverages, and traditional activities that remind us all of our youth, a lovely introduction to anyone experiencing their first Avurudhu.
- India lifts export ban on onions for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Taj Samudra celebrates 40 years (Category: Breaking News)
- Probe sought on Piumi Hansamali’s assets (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPP Anuradhapura District MP Nandasena passed away (Category: Breaking News)
A man has set himself on fire outside the court in Manhattan where former President Donald Trump’s hush-money trial is being held. After dousing himself in a liquid, he threw pamphlets in the air in front of news media gathered nearby. The man’s motive is unknown and police responded to the scene. Mr Trump was […]
- Four dead as strongest earthquake in 25 years hits Taiwan (Category: Breaking News)
- Opposition stuns Erdogan with historic victory at Turkish elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Biden expects Iran to attack Israel ‘sooner than later’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Russia says all four suspects arrested after 133 killed at concert hall (Category: Breaking News)
The United States (US) has urged Sri Lanka to continue the commendable reforms undertaken over the past two years by the Government. State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said that he had a cordial meeting with Änjali Kaur, USAID Deputy Assistant Administrator of the Bureau for Asia. “Appreciated the multi-pronged assistance provided by USAID to […]
- India lifts export ban on onions for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPP Anuradhapura District MP Nandasena passed away (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to hold Foreign Office Consultations with Kazakhstan (Category: Breaking News)
- Dharmasena denies allegations over his company (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka is to send a delegation to New Zealand from 22-25 April 2024 to prepare the groundwork to open a Sri Lanka High Commission in Wellington. The Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry said that following the decision by the Cabinet of Ministers to open a Sri Lanka High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand, an official […]
- Sri Lanka to establish a High Commission in New Zealand (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF commends Sri Lanka’s economic reforms endeavors (Category: Breaking News)
- King Charles sends special message to Ranil (Category: Breaking News)
- US and Sri Lanka to sign deal to prevent smuggling of nuclear material (Category: Breaking News)
India’s Taj Hotel group had plans to construct a hotel in Nuwara Eliya around the post office but withdrew following protests by the public, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said. Speaking in Nuwara Eliya, the President said that if the Taj Hotel had opened in Nuwara Eliya another two hotels would have also opened up in the […]
- Cabinet approves proposal to ban high-rise buildings in Nuwara Eliya (Category: Breaking News)
- Construction of buildings over 4 storeys high in Nuwara Eliya to be banned (Category: Breaking News)
- President joins Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations in Nuwara Eliya (Category: Breaking News)
- Seven killed, Thurstan College students among those injured (Category: Breaking News)
Saturday 20th April, 2024 The Gaza conflict shows signs of spiralling into a much broader war, which is likely to threaten world peace and destabilise the global economy. Friday’s Israeli missile and drone strikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan, which is said to be home to several nuclear facilities, has pushed the Middle East […]
- War and hypocrisy (Category: Breaking News)
- US vetoes UNSC resolution calling for humanitarian pause in Hamas-Israel conflict (Category: Breaking News)
- Israel s economy shrinks more than expected on Gaza war (Category: Breaking News)
- Biden’s port plan (Category: Breaking News)
Millions of Indians have voted in the first phase of the world’s largest elections as Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third term on the back of issues such as growth, welfare and Hindu nationalism. The vote pits Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) against an alliance of two dozen opposition parties that promise greater affirmative […]
Engineer advocates for increased funding to meet safety goals By Rathindra Kuruwita The number of deaths in road accidents in Sri Lanka has been decreasing since 2020, Kamala Gunawardena, a highway consultant with over 20 years of experience and consultant to the World Bank on road safety, says. Sri Lankan police categorised accidents into four […]
- Road accidents have claimed lives of 115 children so far this year (Category: Breaking News)
- Road accidents claim 341 lives during past two months (Category: Breaking News)
- Road accidents cost as much as 3% of SL’s annual GDP (Category: Breaking News)
- One-fourth of deaths per year in Sri Lanka attributed to road accidents (Category: Breaking News)
As a collective body of exporters, we have been at the forefront of sustaining employment and ensuring a steady flow of foreign exchange, even amidst the most severe economic downturns faced by our nation. Our membership covers the majority of merchandise exports, which account for some 13% of Sri Lanka’s GDP. Today, we stand united […]
- ‘Recognizing, Inspiring and Strengthening’ SL’s exporters (Category: Breaking News)
- Brandix excels at export awards (Category: Breaking News)
- Dollars and conscience (Category: Breaking News)
- Why record export earnings may not be good news (Category: Breaking News)
Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) proudly announces its first win at the 29th annual Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards held during the recently concluded Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. ADL secured the Open Gateway Challenge GLOMO Award, a new category in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey as a leader in digital innovation […]
- Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya receives GSMA Chairman’s Award for outstanding contribution to the global ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Dialog Axiata Group to invest USD 152.4 million in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Dialog announces Strategic Partners for groundbreaking National Innovation Challenge (Category: Breaking News)
- GOLDEN GLORY OF DIGITAL TITANS, LOLC CLINCHES FIVE GOLDS AT TECHINNOVATION 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
The Police Fraud Investigation Bureau (PFIB) has commenced an investigation on seven OICs who do not respond to telephone calls from members of the general public who have been trying to give information on criminal activities. The PFIB has commenced investigations following instructions from IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon. The IGP has received complaints that many OICs […]
- List of over 42,000 wanted criminals sent to all police stations - Acting IGP (Category: Breaking News)
- Police chief gives undertaking to Supreme Court (Category: Breaking News)
- IGP orders special security measures for churches (Category: Breaking News)
- IGP orders special security measures for churches (Category: Breaking News)
The Election Commission (EC) has decided it has no legal mandate to resolve the internal crisis of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. The Commission members met on Thursday (18) to decide on the claims and counter-claims made by the two factions of the SLFP about the recent appointments made by a section of the party’s […]
- Election body says it cannot intervene to resolve SLFP s infighting (Category: Breaking News)
- Battle for SLFP leadership gets down and dirty (Category: Breaking News)
- Plan to entangle Maithri in a corruption case (Category: Breaking News)
- Injunction against Sirisena as SLFP Chairman extended (Category: Breaking News)
In a recent televised interview, Nishan de Mel, the Executive Director of Verité Research, stated that holders of Sri Lanka’s International Sovereign Bonds (ISBs) have expressed concerns about specific aspects of the debt sustainability analysis conducted by the country alongside the IMF. This disagreement is one of the key hurdles in reaching an accord with […]
- Lanka gets restructuring proposal from bond holders (Category: Breaking News)
- SL will engage major T-bond holders for voluntary optimization: Governor (Category: Breaking News)
- Initial restricted discussions between SL and members of ad hoc group of bondholders concluded (Category: Breaking News)
- Abandon the battle for power, President tells parliament (Category: Breaking News)
Uncovering the truth behind the Easter Sunday attacks hinged on a change in the political system, Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando, the spokesperson of the Archdiocese of Colombo, said following his visit to the CID on Friday (19) morning. Fr. Fernando was summoned to the CID to provide his account regarding the Easter Sunday attacks. He […]
- FR petitions filed by LTTE members rejected (Category: Breaking News)
- CID commences recording statements over attack on protesters (Category: Breaking News)
- Was Sarath Fonseka Involved in Murder of Lasantha Wickrematunge? (Category: Breaking News)
- Shani Abeysekera gives evidence at PCoI on Easter attacks via Skype (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Thursday (18) told youth political activists, affiliated to his party in Nuwara Eliya, that he was willing to convert the historical post office at Nuwara Eliya into a tourist hotel if that is what the people desire. The meeting took place at the President’s House in Nuwara Eliya. “We would like […]
- Trade unions, religious leaders request to preserve N Eliya Post Office building (Category: Breaking News)
- Old post office in Sri Lanka hill country to become a tourist hotel (Category: Breaking News)
- Postal services to be declared as essential service (Category: Breaking News)
- Nuwara Eliya post office to be turned into partial bungalow (Category: Breaking News)
Despite yet another enthralling cameo from MS Dhoni – this time pushing Chennai Super Kings to a good total on a tacky surface – CSK finished second best in Lucknow. KL Rahul was largely responsible for that outcome as he smashed a fine 53-ball 82 in the chase. Quinton de Kock got runs too as […]
- Jake Fraser-McGurk enjoys fine IPL debut as Delhi Capitals down Lucknow Super Giants (Category: Breaking News)
- Salt, Starc star in Kolkata Knight Rider’s comprehensive win over Lucknow Super Giants (Category: Breaking News)
- Abhishek, Markram lead Sunrisers Hyderabad to their second win of the season (Category: Breaking News)
- Rohit ton in vain after Pathirana four-fer (Category: Breaking News)
Heat index Advisory issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre At 4.00 p.m. 19 April 2024, valid for 20 April 2024 The heat index, the temperature felt on human body is expected to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Southern and North-Western provinces and Monaragala district. […]
- Heat Index at ‘Caution’ level in Western, North-western, Southern provinces and Mannar, Vavuniya... (Category: Breaking News)
- Heat Index at Caution level in Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-we... (Category: Breaking News)
- Heat Index at ‘Caution’ level in North-western, North-central, Eastern provinces and Mannar, Vav... (Category: Breaking News)
- Heat Index at Caution level in Western, Southern, North-western, North-Central, Eastern province... (Category: Breaking News)
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The distribution of fortified rice, provided by the World Food Program (WFP) on behalf of the program initiated under the instructions of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, to provide a nutritious meal for school students, commenced today, (19) at the Veyangoda warehouse complex.
The distribution of fortified rice, provided by the World Food Program (WFP) on behalf of the program initiated under the instructions of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, to provide a nutritious meal for school students, commenced today, (19) at the Veyangoda warehouse complex.
The distribution of 735 metric tons of rice, provided by the World Food Program (WFP) for the 2024 school meal program commenced today, (19) at the Veyangoda warehouse complex. M.H.A.M. Riflan, Director General for the Partnership Secretariat for World Food Programme Co-operation (PSWFPC), under whose purview the distribution took place said that 378.835 metric tons […]
- US-funded fortified rice shipments begin arriving in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US funded fortified rice shipments begin arriving at Colombo Port (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to produce thriposha requirement (Category: Breaking News)
- The Government has decided to import 50,000 metric tons of rice under the Indian loan assistance... (Category: Breaking News)
Four individuals, including naval officers, have been arrested while in possession of crystal methamphetamine (Ice ).
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in coordination with Sri Lanka Missions in Myanmar and Thailand successfully facilitated the repatriation of eight Sri Lankans who were trafficked for forced criminal activities in cyber scamming compounds in Myanmar.
- First ever Sri Lankan Buddhist temple to be built in Myanmar (Category: Breaking News)
- New Myanmar Ambassador to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Myanmar troops rescue eight Lankans from Cyber Criminal Area (Category: Breaking News)
- Foreign Ministry assures efforts underway to repatriate Sri Lankans trafficked to Myanmar (Category: Breaking News)
The general amnesty period announced from 20 April to 20 May for members of the tri-forces who have been marked as Absent Without Official Leave (AWOL) is not applicable for Commissioned Officers who are marked as AWOL, the Ministry of Defence clarified.
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Friday, April 19, 2024, was a special day for K. Nalini, as the 38-year-old homemaker from the Kottapattu camp for Sri Lankan refugees in Tiruchi district, became the first naturalised Indian national from her community to exercise her franchise at the booth at St. Lourdes Primary School.
Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando, said that he shared vital information with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) today related to the Easter Sunday attacks. Rev. Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando said that if the CID conducts a proper investigation into the claims he made, it will lead to further revelations on those behind the […]
- Indian tourists visiting Sri Lanka can pay in INR (Category: Breaking News)
- Harsha questions Sirisena’s claims India behind Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Attempt to smuggle over Rs. 10 million worth of goods into Sri Lanka busted (Category: Breaking News)
- Kapp reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct (Category: Breaking News)
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