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Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Elizabeth Allen on Monday (19) declared US support for journalists here against the backdrop of enactment of ‘Online Safety Bill’ She spokes about press freedom and related issues at the Sri Lanka Press Institute Press Club. A statement issued by the US Embassy quoted Allen as having said […]
- Media is still suppressed (Category: Business)
- Media Freedom In Sri Lanka; Why Are Journalists’ Murder Investigations Being Avoided? (Category: Breaking News)
- LLRC Report recommended access to Information Law (Category: Business)
- China trying to influence SL media (Category: Breaking News)
Profit before Tax increases by 258% amidst external challenges Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC reflected a steady performance amidst multitude of adversities emerging from challenging macro-economic conditions as the Bank reported its financial performance during 2023, which showed judicious portfolio management and prudency exercised in dealing with possible fallout on its asset quality in chall...
- Concessionary loan scheme for SMEs (Category: Breaking News)
- June 30 declared a special bank holiday (Category: Breaking News)
- Increase in workers’ remittances (Category: Breaking News)
- Central Bank Governor optimistic about IMF approval for Sri Lanka’s second tranche of extended f... (Category: Breaking News)
In his policy statement during the inauguration of the 5th session of the 9th parliament, President Ranil Wickremesinghe insists that the solution to the economic crisis lies in economic and scientific measures, not political ones. However, he draws inspiration from Confucius and urges citizens to introspect and cleanse their hearts, which can be seen as […]
- Bishops urge relief package for poor (Category: Breaking News)
- ACJU echoes Aragalaya demands (Category: Breaking News)
- Future of Sri Lanka will be determined by the economic policies implemented over the next five y... (Category: Breaking News)
- Pope Francis implores Lankan leaders to listen to the cries of the people (Category: Breaking News)
Depts. of Catering and Housekeeping and Admin. account for more than 50% of total employees By Shamindra Ferdinando Chief of Staff and Deputy Secretary General of the Parliament G.K.A. Chaminda Kumara Kularatne said that the Parliament was not aware of the basis Chief Government Whip Prasanna Ranatunga, MP, declared that a day’s proceedings cost Rs […]
- Parliament in the dark about Speaker’s claim that sittings cost taxpayers Rs. 15m a day (Category: Breaking News)
- New Chief of Staff appointed to Sri Lanka Navy (Category: Breaking News)
- Chaminda Kularatne new Deputy Secy Gen. of Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- Advanced training programme for House staff (Category: Breaking News)
The Minister of Tourism, Harin Fernando, has stated that the Sri Lankan Government will be handing over the operation of Mattala International, Ratmalana International and Colombo International Airports to India. He has added that Sri Lanka is a part of India! Has he lost his senses? Separately, should it not be the role of the […]
- New Director General appointed to Civil Aviation Authority (Category: Breaking News)
- CAASL hosts eighth International Cooperation Forum of European Air Safety Agency for first time (Category: Breaking News)
- New DG appointed to Civil Aviation Authority (Category: Breaking News)
- Civil Aviation Accident/Incident Investigations (Category: Breaking News)
Ayubowan Wanakkam Good morning! International Mother Language Day is celebrated on 21 February every year by UNESCO and the UN to highlight the significance of languages in advancing human and social development. The theme for 2024 is “Multilingual education – a pillar of learning and intergenerational learning” which is crucial for inclusive education and to […]
- Justice Minister says English remains medium of instruction at Law College (Category: Breaking News)
- The promise of ‘English for all’: Gloomy contextual notes and unsolicited advice (Category: Breaking News)
- Lanka seeks Indian strategy on language gap (Category: Breaking News)
- Bridging the language divide in Sri Lanka (Category: Business)
The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) is inviting proposals for the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2024. The grant is an annual, merit-based grant awarded to an outstanding undergraduate studying in a Sri Lankan university. It aims to promote policy entrepreneurs among undergraduates by encouraging policy-relevant, rigorous and innovative socio-economic research. The […]
- IPS looking at food loss mitigation in mango and tomato value chains (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka could benefit from global trend towards EV use – IPS study (Category: Breaking News)
- Increase in DAT allowance result of GMOA proposal to Prez (Category: Breaking News)
- IPS University Forum at IPS Auditorium (Category: Business)
By A Special Sports Correspondent Ceylonese Rugby & Football Club (CR&FC) produced rib bruising rugby last Sunday (February 18) to end Kandy’s winning streak and be crowned as the new men’s champions in domestic rugby. The women’s tournament was won by Sri Lanka Navy. Turn the pages of time to the launch of this tournament […]
- Lions-Kandy SC Transfer Deal: A Reference For The Future (Category: Breaking News)
- Is Speaker’s announcement consistent with SC determination? (Category: Breaking News)
- Economic way forward; corruption; stunning SC ruling (Category: Breaking News)
- Army, Kandy SC and Upcountry Lions register wins (Category: Breaking News)
Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, is providing $15M to The Asia Foundation to launch the APAC Cybersecurity Fund in partnership with CyberPeace Institute and Global Cyber Alliance to bolster cyber capabilities of 300,000 underserved micro and small businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises. Working with implementing organizations and universities across the region, The Asia Foundation a...
- Free cybersecurity contest to bring scholarship opportunities for Indiana students (Category: USA, Indiana)
- NH small businesses embrace Cyber Monday as shopping shifts during pandemic (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
- NH small businesses embrace Cyber Monday as shopping shifts during pandemic (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
- NH small businesses embrace Cyber Monday as shopping shifts during pandemic (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
During the 37th session of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference (APRC) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on Tuesday (Feb.20), President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced Sri Lanka s chairmanship until 2026.
A special search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the sea area of Baththalangunduwa, Kalpitiya on Saturday (19th February 2024) led to the apprehension of two suspects attempting to smuggle in about 1471kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves by a dinghy. The two suspects along with the seized stock of Tendu leaves and […]
Addressing the 37th session of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference (APRC) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Colombo today (20), President Ranil Wickremesinghe affirmed the government’s dedication to elevating Sri Lanka as a prominent exporter of agricultural produce through rapid agricultural sector transformation. He emphasized the pivotal role […]
- Cabinet speeds up preparation of bill to establish ‘Sri Lanka Institute of Food Science and Tec... (Category: Breaking News)
- Job slashed at Agriculture Department (Category: Western Australia)
- National Policy proposed to rescue Sri Lanka’s Agriculture from Fertilizer Crisis – Chairman Sec... (Category: Breaking News)
- New apple on supermarket shelves (Category: Western Australia)
The 2024 Sumathi Awards ceremony, the 29th edition of one of the most popular television awards shows in Sri Lanka, is taking place in Colombo on Tuesday (Feb.20).
An extensive discussion was held on Tuesday (20 Feb.) between Sri Lanka s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry and his Iranian counterpart Dr. Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, who is on an official visit to Colombo.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, who is on an official visit to Sri Lanka, called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential secretariat in Colombo, a short while ago, the President s Media Division confirmed.
- Kamala Harris' VP win is huge for HBCUs, Tougaloo president says (Category: USA, Mississippi)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
Iran and Sri Lanka have decided to strengthening cooperation in multiple areas, Foreign Minister Ali Sabry said following talks with Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian. Sabry said that one of the areas they discussed cooperation on was the energy sector. “We had extensive discussions on further strengthening our cooperation in multiple areas, including the energy […]
- Iranian President invited for state visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Nine Iranian sailors imprisoned in Sri Lanka freed (Category: Breaking News)
- Iran’s Foreign Minister to undertake official visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Iran’s President to visit Sri Lanka and launch several water projects (Category: Breaking News)
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- JVP: From Idealism Of Anti-Indianism To Pragmatic Realism(?) (Category: Breaking News)
- May Day Music Miscellany: Contest Between The SJB & The NPP & The UNP-SLPP Dilemma (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘Risk’ And ‘Fear’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Black & White; No Shades? (Category: Breaking News)
In response to growing concerns over the protection and welfare of children in Sri Lanka, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal calling for the preparation of the composite draft bill on child rights.
The United States noted the critical role played by content creators in Sri Lanka to frame the discourse that shapes democratic societies. Liz Allen, the first U.S. Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy to visit Sri Lanka, concluded a historic three-day trip to Colombo (February 17-19), during which she interacted with young leaders, entrepreneurs, […]
- Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province to connect with the United States (Category: Breaking News)
- Top US official in Sri Lanka to discuss safeguarding information space (Category: Breaking News)
- Former NBA stars to visit Sri Lanka for weeklong basketball program (Category: Breaking News)
- U.S. State Department Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe informed the Cabinet that the next round of talks on the India – Sri Lanka Economic and Trade Cooperation Agreement (ETCA) will be held in March. Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said the President briefed the Cabinet on the progress to finalize the deal with India. Gunawardena said that the 13th round of […]
- Thailand’s Prime Minister to travel to Sri Lanka to sign FTA (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s new International Trade Office to resume FTA talks (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to expedite talks on proposed trade agreement with Bangladesh (Category: Breaking News)
- President orders Police protection for Israelis in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
A proposal to reduce the embarkation tax currently charged from passengers leaving Sri Lanka by passenger vessels and passenger ships has been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.
The Supreme Court has determined that the Anti-Terrorism Bill is inconsistent with the Constitution of Sri Lanka. Deputy Speaker of Parliament Ajith Rajapaksa announced to Parliament that the Speaker has received the determination of the Supreme Court in respect of the Bill titled “Anti-Terrorism” which was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of Article […]
- SC determines VAT Bill in line with Constitution if amendments made (Category: Breaking News)
- Petroleum Products Amendment Bill inconsistent with Constitution (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Court rules Sri Lanka’s “Gender Equality” bill inconsistent with constitution (Category: Breaking News)
- Cabinet approves 22nd Amendment to the Constitution (Category: Breaking News)
The Cabinet has approved concessions for passengers travelling by sea from Sri Lanka to India. The Government said that it has been recognized that the promotion of maritime passenger transport between Sri Lanka and India has the potential to boost tourism by providing increased access to tourists from both countries. It was also noted that […]
- Israel and Sri Lanka ink direct air service agreement (Category: Breaking News)
- Hollywood star congratulates Sri Lanka for working together to make positive change (Category: Breaking News)
- Welgama wants to be Sri Lanka’s next President (Category: Breaking News)
- UN FAO to support Sri Lanka during these critical times (Category: Breaking News)
Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha announced the initiation of a pilot project for digitizing education, scheduled to commence in March.The post Sri Lanka to launch pilot project for digitization of education in March appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Pilot project to digitize education will be launched in March (Category: Breaking News)
- Education Digitization Pilot Project to launch in March (Category: Breaking News)
- Pilot project to digitize education to be launched in March (Category: Breaking News)
- Edu. Minister says no school holidays this August (Category: Breaking News)
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the proposal submitted by the Minister of Justice, Prison Affairs ad Constitutional Reforms to take necessary actions to issue an order by the subject Minister of Justice with the approval of the Cabinet of Ministers and in par with the provisions of the statute 24 (4) of the Constitution permitting […]
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the proposal presented by the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation to reduce the embarkation tax currently charged from passengers leaving Sri Lanka by passenger vessels and passenger ships to USD 5 and USD 20 respectively and grant a free baggage allowance up to 60 kg to a passenger traveling […]
- Canoo opens preorders for its funky electric delivery van - Roadshow (Category: Technology)
- Four injured when vehicles hits tree near Detroit Lakes (Category: USA, North Dakota)
- Four injured when vehicles hits tree near Detroit Lakes (Category: USA, North Dakota)
- Four injured when vehicles hits tree near Detroit Lakes (Category: USA, North Dakota)
The Deputy Director of the National Hospital of Sri Lanka (NHSL) Dr. Rukshan Bellana has stated that he is ready to resign at any moment, if required.
The 14th round of negotiations between Sri Lanka and India on the Economic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA) are scheduled to be held in New Delhi, in the first week of March 2024.
The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka on Tuesday (February 20) has informed Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena that certain sections of the proposed Anti-Terrorism Bill conflict with the Constitution.The post Supreme Court informed Parliament, Proposed Anti-Terrorism Bill Conflicts with Constitution appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Anti-Terrorism Bill not yet tabled in parliament, AG tells court (Category: Breaking News)
- Anti-Corruption Bill not fully consistent with Constitution (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Court finds Anti-Terrorism Bill inconsistent with Constitution (Category: Breaking News)
- Supreme Court receives 34 petitions against Online Safety Bill (Category: Breaking News)
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is expected to hand over the proposals pertaining to the revision of electricity tariffs to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) within the next two days, Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said.
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