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Pastor Jerome Fernando is to spend the New Year behind bars after the Colombo Fort Magistrate ordered that he be remanded further until 3rd January. The order was given when Fernando, who is currently in remand, was produced in court after spending Christmas Day in jail. Fernando was arrested on 1st December and remanded under […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressing those present at the centenary celebration of Badulla Guruthalawa Muslim Central College this morning (27), extended an open invitation to all political parties again, urging them to join hands in achieving a prosperous and united Sri Lanka, irrespective of party affiliations. The President emphasized his commitment to safeguarding the rights of […]
In a significant announcement at the centenary celebration of Badulla Guruthalawa Muslim Central College this morning (27), President Ranil Wickremesinghe highlighted two critical challenges facing the nation, building a stable economy and addressing the ethnic problem.
Kids & Teens Medical Group, Asia Corp Holdings and Healthy Life Clinic announced the relaunch of St. Joseph Hospital, Negombo. Following its recent acquisition, the hospital has undergone an extensive upgrade, refurbishment, and augmentation of medical resources and infrastructure, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of healthcare services in Sri Lanka. The comprehensive redevel...
President Ranil Wickremesinghe says he will make a critical statement by March related to reconciliation. His statement will coincide with the annual sessions of the Human Rights Council in March. The President said that expression of opinions not related to terrorism or attempts to incite a revolution should be protected under the law and steps […]
DeRUCCI, a leading name in innovative footwear in Sri Lanka, is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Kids Collection, DeRUCCI Mini. Focused on timeless trends and maximum comfort, the collection redefines children’s footwear, breaking barriers in the market. Designed to make a statement, each pair of DeRUCCI Mini embodies individuality, freedom, and […]
CameraLK, the renowned camera retail giant and Sri Lanka’s leading camera store, is gearing up for an exciting new venture, delving into Sri Lanka’s most beloved sport, Cricket. The company is set to make its debut in the F Division of the Mercantile Cricket Association in 2024, marking a significant stride in its enthusiastic embrace […]
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said Tuesday he will visit Sri Lanka and Cambodia on a four-day tour from January 09 to strengthen Japan’s relations with the two Asian countries. In Sri Lanka, which is virtually in default, Suzuki is expected to meet with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe to discuss debt restructuring for the […]
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has warned the public to verify TRCSL registration when purchasing mobile phones.The post TRCSL warns public to verify mobile phone registration before purchase appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has vehemently denied the statement made by the chairman of Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) that it had accepted the blame for the major power outage on December 09.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has issued a warning to the public to exercise caution regarding TRCSL registration when buying mobile phones.
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has admitted that it is at fault for the recent island-wide power interruptions, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) said on Wednesday (Dec.27).
Former Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed his appreciation about operations to arrest drug traffickers, saying it is a progressive step of the government.The post Mahinda Rajapaksa appreciates operation to arrest drug traffickers appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Sri Lanka’s Sports Minister Harin Fernando has issued a special gazette notification suspending the registration of governing bodies for 5 sports in Sri Lanka.The post Sri Lanka’s Sports Minister suspends governing bodies for 5 sports appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The chief custodian of the Ruhunu Kataragama Devalaya, Somipala. T. Ratnayaka, has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a 38-pound golden tray, which was donated to the Kataragama Devalaya by a devotee.The post Chief custodian of Kataragama Devalaya arrested over disappearance of Golden Tray appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The outgoing High Commissioner of New Zealand to Sri Lanka, Michael Appleton, on Wednesday morning (27 Dec.), met with Tamil National Alliance (TNA) leader R. Sampanthan.
Sports Minister Harin Fernando has issued a special gazette notification, suspending the registration of the governing bodies for 5 sports in Sri Lanka.
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said Tuesday he will visit Sri Lanka and Cambodia on a four-day tour from January 09 to strengthen Japan’s relations with the two Asian countries.The post Japan’s Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki to visit Sri Lanka in January appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
A special dengue control program has been initiated ahead of the upcoming 2023 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in January 2024.
Public Security Minister Tiran Alles disclosed yesterday that the government was having talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and France to have 30 wanted Sri Lankan criminals living in those countries extradited. Minister Alles said 29 criminals operated from Dubai, the UAE’s financial centre. The Minister said so at the inauguration of an exhibition […]
‘Ministry cooperating with CID on Immunoglobulin probe’ By Shamindra Ferdinando Health Minister Dr. Ramesh Pathirana yesterday (26) said that in case the government had to make emergency purchases, his Ministry would adhere to procedures laid down by the World Health Organization (WHO). Dr. Pathirana said so when The Island asked him whether he intended to […]
By Rathindra Kuruwita In 2022, the inmates in Sri Lankan prisons numbered 22,097, marking a 15 percent increase from the 19,295 in 2021, a report on prison overcrowding by the National Audit Office states. The total prison capacity in the country was set at 11,291 inmates by the end of 2022, according to the report. […]
Procurement of fake Immunoglobulin: Dr. Bellana: Keheliya should be either State witness or suspect in the case by Shamindra Ferdinando The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday (26) recorded a statement from Environment Minister Keheliya Rambukwella regarding the procurement of fake Immunoglobulin during his tenure as the Health Minister. President of the Government Medical Officers F...
By Reemus Fernando The 400 metres sprinters led by Aruna Dharshana are the highest ranked athletes in the men’s category in Sri Lanka according to the World Athletics yearend overall rankings. It is the first time three 400 metres sprinters are leading the yearend overall rankings. The number of ranking points gained during the Asian […]
by Dr Upul Wijayawardhana Reading “From heyday to ‘hay day’”, the hard-hitting editorial laced with sarcasm (The Island, 18 December) and “Declining power and challenges before SLPP” by Shamindra Ferdinando in the Midweek Review of 20th December, I began wondering whether the recently concluded SLPP convention was the final flicker before the flame was extinguished […...
Wednesday 27th December, 2023 Perhaps, nothing represents Sri Lankans’ resentment towards the new tax regime and the aggravation of their economic woes better than the title of today’s comment; it is a literal translation of a slogan written on the rear of a tuk-tuk. It however is relevant only to the ordinary people who pay […]
Sri Lanka Police says the special operation Yukthiya will resume starting Wednesday (Dec.27) to crack down on drug peddling and organized crimes that have plagued the country.
Sri Lanka’s Public Security Minister Tiran Alles said on Tuesday that the country has launched an operation to arrest and repatriate 30 Sri Lankan criminal bosses who operate from outside the country.The post Sri Lanka to arrest, repatriate 30 Sri Lankan criminals operating abroad appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki announced on Tuesday that he will embark on visits to Cambodia and Sri Lanka in January.
Sri Lanka s Public Security Minister Tiran Alles said on Tuesday that the country has launched an operation to arrest and repatriate 30 Sri Lankan criminal bosses who operate from outside the country.