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Pan Asia Bank is happy to announce that it has formed a new agreement with Wogi, a Global Digital Platform of loyalty and digital incentives. This partnership aims to provide greater customer engagement through customer rewards, which in turn advances our mission to offer consumers cutting-edge, environmentally friendly banking products throughout Sri Lanka. “In Pan Asia Bank, we always put...
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Russel Arnold has been named a Multicultural Ambassador by Australia. The former cricketer who won 225 international caps across all 3 formats (1997 – 2007) is now an international cricket commentator and Level 3 High Performance coach. The father of two is a Trustee with the Foundation of Goodness, working to […]
A Filipino woman has been arrested in Sri Lanka with cocaine worth over Rs 200 million, officials said on Wednesday. The woman was arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) when she arrived from Ethiopia via Doha, Qatar. The Filipino woman had 02 kilograms and 851 grams of cocaine concealed in three parcels inside her […]
[…]The post G.C. Rodrigo: Friend, Colleague & Comrade: ‘When Alone Think Clearly; When With Others Speak Carefully’ appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
A Bangladeshi national connected to a Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise, who is under investigation in relation to allegations of match-fixing, has been detained at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake.
The Economic Transformation Bill and the Public Financial Management Bill were presented to the Sri Lankan Parliament today (May 22).The post Economic Transformation and Public Financial Management bills tabled in Sri Lankan Parliament appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
A 47-year-old Filipino woman was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for attempting to smuggle over 2 kg of cocaine worth Rs. 200 million into Sri Lanka.The post Filipino Woman Arrested at BIA for Smuggling Rs. 200 Million Worth of Cocaine appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to 2.7% in April from 2.5% in March, according to official data released on Tuesday, as reported by Reuters.The post Sri Lanka’s April inflation climbs to 2.7%, up from March’s 2.5% appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka has strongly rejected the recent statement by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who accused Sri Lanka of committing "genocide" in a message dated May 18, 2024.The post Sri Lanka rejects Canadian Prime Minister’s genocide allegation appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Sri Lanka's Samitha Dulan set a new world record in the Men's Javelin Throw F44 category at the Kobe 2024 Para Athletics World Championships.The post Samitha Dulan sets World Record and wins Silver at Kobe 2024 Para Athletics Championships appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Sri Lanka Customs officer have arrested a Filipino woman at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) along with 02 kilograms and 851 grams of cocaine estimated to be worth over Rs 200 million.
Fifteen years after the eradication of the LTTE, unsubstantiated allegations regarding the number of dead civilians, LTTEers and missing persons persist. Forced disappearances, as alleged by the UN, remains a major issue, with the concerned demanding accountability on the part of Sri Lanka. How many of those who had been categorized as missing are living […]
…demands truth and justice for all war victims Amnesty International’s Secretary General, Agnès Callamard has alleged that a slew of new laws such as the Online Security Act and the proposed NGO law were evidence of the dangers currently confronting Sri Lanka’s vibrant civil society. Callamard said so at the conclusion of her five-day visit […]
Wednesday 22nd May, 2024 Elections are the season of bounty for politicians, with funds pouring into their campaign war chests from all over the world. The approach of a presidential election has made moneybags loosen their purse strings, causing a feeding frenzy among politicians with an insatiable thirst for funds. One of our columnists, in […]
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected the “false allegation” of a so-called “genocide” in Sri Lanka in a message by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on 18 May 2024. The Government of Sri Lanka in all previous communications has categorically refuted such outrageous allegation of genocide in Sri Lanka. No competent authority in Canada […]
Inspired by the teachings of the Buddha, India is taking new initiatives for global welfare Vesak, also known as Buddha Purnima or Buddha Jayanti, is a significant Buddhist festival that commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. This important day falls on the full moon in April or May and is a […]
Former State Minister Diana Gamage was granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court after being accused of obtaining a passport by producing false information. The State Minister appeared in court, Tuesday, after she was named as a suspect by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). Diana Gamage was recently stripped of her Parliament seat following a […]
In a significant bilateral meeting during the 10th World Water Summit, President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indonesian President Joko Widodo reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the longstanding relationship between their nations. The discussions, which covered a wide range of regional and international issues, underscored the importance of collaboration in addressing global challenges.
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry reiterated his country's dedication to safeguarding India's national security interests on Monday. Speaking to ANI, Sabry emphasized that Sri Lanka, as a responsible neighbour, would not permit any actions that could jeopardize India's security.The post Sri Lanka promises to protect India’s security amid Chinese ship visits appeared first on Sri Lanka Ne...
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a speech at the 10th World Water Forum, held in Bali, Indonesia, on Monday (May 20).The post Global North’s failure in Climate Change Financing appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested four ISIS terrorists, all of whom are Sri Lankan nationals, at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, Indian media reported today.The post Four ISIS terrorists from Sri Lanka arrested at Ahmedabad airport – report appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Amnesty International s Secretary General, Agnès Callamard, concluded a five-day visit to Sri Lanka on Monday, in which she met with officials and a diverse cross-section of society, stakeholders to discuss a range of pressing human rights issues.
The Russian Embassy in Colombo in a statement yesterday observed double standards of international personalities and organisations in respect to human rights matters in Sri Lanka. The Embassy said that it had taken note of the increased external pressures on Sri Lanka by numerous Western political figures, diplomats and foreign human rights organisations criticizing it, the statement […]
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested four suspected ISIS terrorists at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, said a report by the Hindustan Times yesterday. The ATS, in a brief note, said the four accused, who were arrested from the airport, were Sri Lankan citizens and terrorists of the Islamic State, reported PTI. […]
[…]The post President’s Commitment To Economic Reform Is Model For Reconciliation appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
Nairobi, Kenya – In a momentous celebration that brought together various dignitaries and distinguished guests, the High Commission of Sri Lanka and the Royal Thai Embassy in Kenya jointly hosted the International Vesak Day 2024 at the United Nations Office in Nairobi. This significant event commemorated the Birth, Enlightenment, and Passing Away of Lord Buddha, […]
The Sri Lankan embassy in Viet Nam had a meeting with the top-most management of the iconic automobile manufacturer, Vinfast, at the latter’s corporate head office in Ha Noi to discuss and explore commercial and investment opportunities, thus benefiting both Sri Lanka and Vinfast. Vinfast is under parent company, Vingroup, one of the largest listed […]
Amnesty International’s Secretary General, Agnès Callamard, noted complacency in delivering justice in Sri Lanka. Callamard concluded a five-day visit to Sri Lanka, Monday, in which she met with officials and a diverse cross-section of society, stakeholders to discuss a range of pressing human rights issues. Speaking at the end of her mission, she said: “This […]
At a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the 10th World Water Summit, President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indonesian President Joko Widodo reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the longstanding relationship between their nations. The discussions, which covered a wide range of regional and international issues, underscored the importance of collaboration in addressing global challeng...
President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressing the 10th World Water Forum, held in Bali, Indonesia today (20), highlighting the stark contrast between global funding priorities, pointing out the willingness of the Global North to fund death and destruction in Ukraine while showing reluctance to finance measures to combat climate change. Accordingly, President Wickremesinghe proposed a 10% levy […...