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Sri Lanka s Yupun Abeykoon has won first place in the Men s 100m event at the Anhalt Athletic Championship 2024 in Germany.
Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 25 May 2024 by the Department of Meteorology Sri Lanka Due to the South West Monsoon condition, the prevailing showery and windy conditions are expected to continue. Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Southern provinces as well as in Northern and […]
- Fair weather in most parts of the island (Category: Breaking News)
- Showers above 50mm in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara and Nuwara-eliya d... (Category: Breaking News)
- Prevailing heavy showers and strong winds over the south western part of the island is expected ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Showers above 50mm are likely at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Puttal... (Category: Breaking News)
The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka yesterday (24) granted special leave to appeal in the bribery case against Yahapalana Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake. The former Minister allegedly received an apartment from Arjun Aloysius, a Director of primary dealer, Perpetual Treasuries Ltd., at the centre of the Treasury bond scams. The SC order was issued in […]
- Ratwatte appeals (Category: Breaking News)
- Damaging Conduct (Category: Business)
- Bribery And Corruption Complaints Go Unheard (Category: Breaking News)
- Nabbed while taking bribe (Category: Breaking News)
The Foreign Employment Bureau said that 150 persons, including six female, left for South Korea early this week, thereby increasing the total number securing employment in South Korea to 2,829 so far this year. The Bureau said that these jobs in the production sector were received in line with an agreement between the South Korea […]
- Getting Ready (Category: Business)
- Reformer Revamp (Category: Business)
- Growls (Category: Business)
- Christmas Freedom (Category: Business)
In a widening investigation into an ISIS plot to use a group of Sri Lankans to carry out attacks in India, police have arrested a person who allegedly facilitated the four-member group, now held in Gujarat, on terrorism charges, to obtain air tickets. According to the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Gujarat, among their targets were […]
- Four ISIS terrorists from Sri Lanka arrested at Ahmedabad airport - report (Category: Breaking News)
- Police arrest wanted handler of 4 ISIS terrorists nabbed in India (Category: Breaking News)
- Four suspected ISIS terrorists from Lanka arrested at Ahmedabad airport (Category: Breaking News)
- 4 Sri Lankan ISIS terrorists arrested in India were planning major attack - report (Category: Breaking News)
By Shamindra Ferdinando Leader of the United Republican Front (Eksath Janaraja Peramuna) Patali Champika Ranawaka has alleged that the controversial outsourcing of the on-arrival visa processing to a foreign company violated the government procurement process, as well as the understanding with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in respect of anti-corruption measures. The former Minister said [&...
- Visa muddle (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa controversy: SJB alleges Tiran Alles misled Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- SLT Mobitel offered same service at USD 1 per person but VFS charges USD 25 plus – SJB (Category: Breaking News)
- Idiocy of new visa arrangements (Category: Breaking News)
Pakistan has secured the release of 43 prisoners jailed in Sri Lanka following talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner Ravindra Wijegunaratne. In a high-level meeting on Friday with the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka, Admiral (Retd) Ravindra Chandra Srivijay Gunaratne, it was agreed to immediately repatriate 43 Pakistani citizens imprisoned […]
- Sri Lanka government officials in discussions with the fasting death row prisoners (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka President directs officials to release prisoners over 70 years of age (Category: Breaking News)
- Two prisoners flee from Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura Prison (Category: Breaking News)
- Freed Convicts (Category: Business)
A new policy is being considered on planting trees in urban areas as the storm uprooted several trees in Colombo and other cities in Sri Lanka. State Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Tenakoon said that a committee will be appointed to look into the matter. He said that all kinds of trees have been planted […]
- Jeevan assures action against thugs attacking estate workers (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil meets Wigneswaran for talks in Jaffna (Category: Breaking News)
- Six killed as torrential rains batter Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Samitha Dulan breaks world record in Men’s F-44 javelin throw (Category: Breaking News)
The Joint Committee of Democratic Unions of Sri Lanka confirmed its support for Cuba’s declaration demanding its fair elimination from the list of states sponsors of terrorism created by the United States. The organization confirmed in a statement that adding Cuba to the arbitrary list has political purposes and causes serious economic problems for the […]
- Samitha Dulan breaks world record in Men’s F-44 javelin throw (Category: Breaking News)
- China to help conclude debt restructuring process in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US and Sri Lanka’s Election Commission discuss importance of free and fair polls (Category: Breaking News)
- Mangroves in Sri Lanka, Maldives at serious risk (Category: Breaking News)
Six people were killed in rain-related incidents in Sri Lanka as heavy monsoon showers battered the island nation on Friday. The torrential rains also damaged some 1,346 homes and hampered train services in the country, officials said. Six people died in four districts after trees fell on them due to high wind and heavy showers, […]
- Union Bank digital zone now In Pettah (Category: Breaking News)
- Couples in Sri Lanka not prioritizing having babies (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Bank Opens Newest Digital Zone in Rajagiriya (Category: Breaking News)
- Prominent lawyer Gamini Marapana passed away (Category: Breaking News)
Two Sri Lankan students in Japan have been arrested over an illegal abortion, and an expert points out that international students’ unstable resident status may be a factor behind the incident. Ibaraki Prefectural Police on May 23 announced the arrests of Rubasing Liyanage Udeshika Ayomi Jayalath of Toride, Ibaraki Prefecture, for allegedly aborting her baby […]
- Jimmy Anderson confirms England farewell (Category: Breaking News)
- Refugee from Sri Lanka becomes Mayor in UK town (Category: Breaking News)
- More than 100 people believed killed in Papua New Guinea landslide (Category: Breaking News)
- Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi feared dead in helicopter crash (Category: Breaking News)
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- Elitism – A Hidden Downfall Factor (Category: Breaking News)
- Protecting Commuters’ Ears & Rights (Category: Breaking News)
- Seventy Five Years Of Independence Or Curse (Category: Breaking News)
- Ambiguity Of National Evaluation Policy In Sri Lanka? (Category: Breaking News)
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- Sri Lanka’s Political Landscape: Navigating A Tripartite Contest (Category: Breaking News)
- Say no to NEPF! Say no to abolishing free education! (Category: Breaking News)
- JVP: From Idealism Of Anti-Indianism To Pragmatic Realism(?) (Category: Breaking News)
- The Deciding Factor In Sri Lanka’s Election Debate: Policy Or Public Frustration? (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that the Jaffna Hospital would be upgraded as a national hospital in the near future to enhance and ensure excellent healthcare standards in the Northern Province.The post Jaffna Hospital would be upgraded as a national hospital in the near future – President appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONL...
- Jaffna Hospital will be upgraded as a national hospital in the near future – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Better Healthcare (Category: Business)
- President inaugurates Clinical Training and Research Block at Jaffna Medical Faculty (Category: Breaking News)
- India -Sri Lanka Joint Declaration on President Rajapaksa Visit to New Delhi (Category: Breaking News)
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) states that in order to implement the actions under its Financial Literacy Roadmap for the country, it plans to use the current network systems of government offices to create and deliver financial-related content to targeted audience, which are the youth and women.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe attending a ceremony held to hand over free hold deeds in the Jaffna district today (24), said that Sri Lanka is the sole South Asian nation offering free land rights to its citizens. He encouraged the recipients to safeguard the land given to them under the “Heritage” (Urumaya) program for the future […]
Nearly 1,300 naval personnel, who were absent without obtaining leave (AWOL) have been legally discharged during the general amnesty period declared from 20th April to 20th May 2024, Sri Lanka Navy said.
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- Why The Shock Over IMF’s Diagnostic Report? (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP & Its Critics (Category: Breaking News)
- Economic Realities & Political Promises (Category: Breaking News)
- Politics Behind Economic Recovery (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan batsman Kusal Mendis and bowler Asitha Fernando have joined the Sri Lankan T20 team currently in the U.S. to take part in the upcoming ICC Men s T20 World Cup, on Thursday (23).
The Joint Committee of Democratic Unions of Sri Lanka confirmed its support for Cuba s declaration demanding its fair elimination from the list of states sponsors of terrorism created by the United States.
The train services on the up-country line have been delayed today (24) due to trees and rocks falling on to the tracks, Sri Lanka Railways announced.
The Sri Lanka High Commission in Malaysia has successfully facilitated the repatriation of 1,608 Sri Lankan illegal migrants.
- Government land policy is fair- Keheliya (Category: Breaking News)
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
Over 1,500 Sri Lankans who had been duped by various racketeers promising them employment in Malaysia and facilitating their journey to other countries via Malaysia were sent back in batches during a two-month period beginning March 01, this year. The Foreign Ministry said that Sri Lanka HC in Malaysia facilitated the repatriation of 1,608 illegal […]
- Debt Levels (Category: Business)
- Concrete Idea (Category: Business)
- Fiscal Responsibility (Category: Business)
- Inclusive Growth (Category: Business)
by Reemus Fernando Asian Relay gold medallist Kalinga Kumarage has climbed up the ‘Road to Paris 24’ Olympic rankings following back to back competitions in Japan according to the latest rankings published by World Athletics. Kumarage has overtaken Aruna Dharshana to take the 49th position in the ‘Road to Paris 24’ Olympic ranking. With the […]
- Dharshana, Kalinga edge closer to Olympic qualifying standards (Category: Breaking News)
- Yupun has Nationals as a last resort (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka teams eye Asian Relay Championships after visa issues derail Olympic plans (Category: Breaking News)
- Lekamge to fight for Olympic berth in China (Category: Breaking News)
Friday 24th May, 2024 India is exploring ways and means of acquiring Sri Lanka’s graphite mines, the Indian media has reported, adding that New Delhi and Colombo have had talks in this regard, but they are still at a preliminary stage. These reports have come close on the heels of SLPP leader and former President […]
- India explores acquisition of Sri Lankan graphite mines (Category: Breaking News)
- India explores acquisition of Lankan graphite mines (Category: Breaking News)
- Implications of India – Sri Lanka connectivity (Category: Breaking News)
- India in talks with Sri Lanka to acquire graphite mines (Category: Breaking News)
… run by Pakistan-based handler Two days after arresting four Sri Lankan nationals suspected to be ISIS operatives, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) Wednesday said that all the accused have been previously booked in gold and drug smuggling cases. The four accused have been identified as Mohammad Nusrath (33), Mohammad Faris (35), Mohammad Nafran (27) […]
- Gujarat police say BJP among those targeted by ISIS of Sri Lankan origin (Category: Breaking News)
- CORRECTED-Cricket-Top 10 batting innings (Category: Breaking News)
- IPL experience will create good energy for SL: Bhanuka Rajapaksa (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka reduce Pakistan to 130 for five before rain intervenes (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said Theravada Buddhism can help face challenges posed by a world rapidly advancing in science and technology. Speaking at the State Vesak Ceremony held at the Dharmaraja Piriven Viharaya in Matale virtually this morning (23). President Wickremesinghe stressed the importance of preserving the essence of Theravada Buddhism and sharing its wisdom […]
- President Highlights Theravada Buddhism’s Solutions for Modern World Challenges at State Vesak C... (Category: Breaking News)
- President pledges full support of state to safeguard Theravada Buddhism (Category: Breaking News)
- President s Vesak message- Timeless philosophy of Buddha is a solace amidst economic crisis (Category: Breaking News)
- 2023 Vesak to be celebrated on a grand scale (Category: Breaking News)
A fake report about a new cyber heist in Bangladesh Bank (BB) has hit news headlines in some media outlets in Bangladesh and some foreign countries. News coverage about the latest false rumour on cyber heist blames officials of the central bank of Bangladesh and aims to malign the Bangladesh government. It may be recalled […]
- Colombo hosts inaugural SAARC ‘Public Debt Managers’ Forum 2012’ (Category: Business)
- CBSL to maintain ‘dovish monetary policy in view of economic stabilization’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s Financial Intelligence Unit signs MOU with four other counterparts (Category: Breaking News)
- DEFAMATION BILL: Pakistani Government’s New Weapon To Silence Critics (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka's Cabinet has approved a proposal to develop the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital into a National Hospital, Cabinet spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardane announced today (May 23).The post Sri Lanka approves upgrade of Karapitiya Teaching Hospital to National Hospital appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Walk for Hospital Ward in Sri lanka - High Wycombe, UK (Category: Global Advertisements)
- Sri Lanka police to arrest more suspects of the attack on British tourist (Category: Breaking News)
- Heart patients dying in Karapitiya Hospital of Sri Lanka due to closure of operation theater (Category: Breaking News)
- Victoria Governor to open Trauma Care Centre (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka is ranked 76th in the Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024, as the country scored poorly in the categories of tourism services and infrastructure, cultural resources, and non-leisure resources.The post Sri Lanka drops to 76th in 2024 Tourism Development Index appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Sri Lanka and Thailand signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka approves visa-free entry for tourists from 07 countries (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka vows to double tourism income by 2015 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka vows to double tourism income by 2015 (Category: Breaking News)
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