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Sri Lanka s Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has called for closer economic cooperation with China.
China has said it would continue to support Sri Lanka, as the crisis-hit island nation’s prime minister on Saturday wrapped up a visit to Beijing to try to finalise a debt restructuring deal.The post China reaffirms financial support for Sri Lanka appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- China says ready to support Sri Lanka to overcome Economic Crisis (Category: Breaking News)
- China calls for joint efforts to ease Sri Lanka’s debt burden (Category: Breaking News)
- China continuously encouraged IMF to support Sri Lanka – Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- China welcomes Sri Lankan foreign minister’s remarks on ‘Chinese debt trap’ (Category: Breaking News)
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) removed Minister Mahinda Amaraweera, State Minister Lasantha Alagiyawanna, and MP Duminda Dissanayake from their respective party positions today (March 30).The post SLFP leadership overhaul: Amaraweera, Lasantha, Duminda stripped of party positions appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Amaraweera and others to take legal action against removal from SLFP posts (Category: Breaking News)
- Injunction issued preventing removal of Amaraweera and others from SLFP posts extended (Category: Breaking News)
- Injunction preventing removal of Amaraweera and others from SLFP posts extended (Category: Breaking News)
- New appointments made to fill SLFP s three senior positions (Category: Breaking News)
Six double-digit scores of which three were fifty-plus ones and three fifty-plus partnerships of which two were over 90, including one century stand, put Sri Lanka in a position of strength at the end of Day 1 of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. The visitors ended the day at 314/4 after opting to […]
- Dasun Shanaka ruled out of World Cup (Category: Breaking News)
- Herculean task awaits Afghanistan in race for Super Four spot (Category: Breaking News)
- Hasaranga returns to Test squad; set to miss part of IPL (Category: Breaking News)
- Hasaranga returns to Test squad; set to miss part of IPL (Category: Breaking News)
The Commander of the Sri Lanka Army Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage and President of the Army Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs Janaki Liyanage distributed parcels of dry rations to thirty six (36) families residing in ‘Vikumpura’ village on Friday (29). The ‘Vikumpura’ village formerly known as ‘Narikadu’ village and was established when the present Commander of […...
- Avurudu celebrations at Bentota Beach Hotel (Category: Business)
- People’s Bank remains committed to uplifting NE lives (Category: Business)
- Deeds for doctors of Vedagama traditional medicine village (Category: Breaking News)
- A loving home for every child with SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka (Category: Business)
In a significant diplomatic development, Senior Advisor to the President on National Security and Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayaka, led a high-level delegation in discussions to assess bilateral economic connectivity projects between Sri Lanka and India.
China has said it would continue to support Sri Lanka, as the crisis-hit island nation s prime minister on Saturday wrapped up a visit to Beijing to try to finalise a debt restructuring deal.
Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has appointed a new Senior Vice President, a Treasurer and a National Organizer after Minister Mahinda Amaraweera, State Minister Lasantha Alagiyawanna and MP Duminda Dissanayake were removed from their respective party positions on Saturday (30).
Minister Mahinda Amaraweera says he, together with State Minister Lasantha Alagiyawanna and MP Duminda Dissanayake will take legal action against their removal from the posts they held in the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP).
Accomplished equestrian Mathilda Karlsson poses while in Sri Lanka. Born in Sri Lanka and raised in Sweden, Mathilda is also a philanthropist advocating for global education and a fashion enthusiast known for her elegant style. Pics by Shakir Jamaldeen and Dahlan Navas
- Students protest after boy dies following Thirukkovil marathon (Category: Breaking News)
- Cricketer Lahiru Thirimanna injured in accident (Category: Breaking News)
- Parents of Sri Lankans migrating to Canada urged to pay more attention (Category: Breaking News)
- Major fire in Colombo building (Category: Breaking News)
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has removed Duminda Dissanayake from the party s National Organiser post, Ada Derana reporter said.
30th April 2024 is the International Day to End Corporal Punishment; physical abuse is the most common form of abuse affecting 1.3+ billion children annually around the world. However, neither the Government of Sri Lanka nor the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) seem to recognise the significance of this day despite the fact that Sri […]
- Sri Lanka to establish Children’s Council to protect children (Category: Breaking News)
- Stop Child Cruelty Trust stands up for Sri Lankan children at UNHRC (Category: Breaking News)
- Children Unite Across the Nation to Appeal to Parliament on Children’s Day (Category: Breaking News)
- UNICEF welcomes long-awaited amendment to CYPO in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
In anticipation of the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Galle Face Hotel and The Good Market have announced a ground-breaking collaboration, introducing the “Avurudu Pola” night market. Scheduled to take place on April 7th at the iconic chequerboard, overlooking the Indian ocean at Galle Face Hotel, and kicking off at 4 pm, this event […]
- MLH Avurudu Maha Gedara Kavili Kade 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Bank Avurudu Fiesta 2023 (Category: Breaking News)
- Avurudu awakening (Category: Business)
- Divi Naguma to open 324 Avurudu fairs island-wide (Category: Business)
Sri Lankan authorities must immediately drop their investigations into journalists G.P. Nissanka and Bimal Ruhunage and allow them to report without fear of reprisal, the Committee to Protect Journalists said. On the evening of March 5, officers with the Sri Lanka police service’s Criminal Investigation Department arrested G.P. Nissanka, owner and editor of the news […]
- Concerns raised over smear campaign targeting journalist (Category: Breaking News)
- New details raise questions about whether Sri Lankan President was complicit in the killing of j... (Category: Breaking News)
- Media rights groups concerned over threat to Frederica (Category: Breaking News)
- Eight Sri Lankans trafficked to Myanmar rescued (Category: Breaking News)
The Sangha for Better Sri Lanka (SBSL) and the Global Tamil Forum (GTF) are saddened by the untoward incidents that took place during the Maha Shiva Rathri Event at the Vedukkunari Aathi Sivan Temple in the North of Sri Lanka. On the Maha Shiva Rathri night (March 8, 2024), in an alarming escalation of force, […]
- Accomplished equestrian Mathilda Karlsson (Category: Breaking News)
- New envoys for Pakistan and Thailand in Sri Lanka present their credentials (Category: Breaking News)
- Indonesia and Sri Lanka discuss military training (Category: Breaking News)
- Pakistan to continue to stand with people of Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
In a historic move, the Executive Board of UNESCO adopted a proposal by Sri Lanka a Decision to commemorate the International Day of Vesak at UNESCO. The Sri Lankan Embassy in Paris said that in a historic move, the Executive Board of UNESCO at its 219th Session adopted by acclamation a Decision to commemorate the […]
- Thailand explores opportunities at Hambantota Port (Category: Breaking News)
- Legends trophy to kick off with a clash between Yuvraj and Harbhajan in Kandy (Category: Breaking News)
- US and Sri Lanka discuss agriculture modernization efforts (Category: Breaking News)
- Covid vaccination card not mandatory on arrival in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
Hardik Pandya has drawn strong criticism from Mumbai Indians fans and others over a recent incident involving bowling coach Lasith Malinga. Pandya’s tenure as Mumbai Indians captain has gotten off to a poor start, with back-to-back losses added to the growing criticism from fans and experts alike. However, the recent incident with Sri Lankan legend […]
- Rihanna blasted for doing ‘bare minimum’ at £5million wedding gig for India’s richest family (Category: Breaking News)
- Malinga hunts for kid who bowls like him (Category: Breaking News)
- Pandya to lead India in T20Is vs Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Wanindu Hasaranga becomes no.1 T20I all-rounder (Category: Breaking News)
A special security program is being implemented around Catholic churches for Easter Sunday, announced Police Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa.The post Sri Lanka’s security forces deploy over 10,000 personnel to guard churches on Easter Sunday appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Report of the Presidential Commission on Easter Attacks presented to the Catholic Bishops’ Confe... (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka marks 4 years since Easter Sunday Terror Attacks in 2019 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Government to probe Channel 4 revelations on Easter Sunday attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka marks five years since Easter Sunday Attacks, calls for justice persist (Category: Breaking News)
Fisherfolk in Karaikal, India have decided to boycott the upcoming Lok Sabha election if the Union and Puducherry governments do not intervene and seek release of two boat drivers currently in Sri Lankan custody.
Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production says it is possible to supply chicken and eggs without any shortage during the upcoming festive season.
Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat first in the second Test against Bangladesh at Chattogram Bangladesh XI: Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mominul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan, Shahadat Hossain, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud Sri Lanka XI: Dimuth Karunaratne, Nishan Madushka, […]
- Bangladesh elect to field first in first T20I (Category: Breaking News)
- Bangladesh look to remedy home record as rivalry with Sri Lanka heats up (Category: Breaking News)
- Wellalage in for Theekshana as Sri Lanka elect to bowl first at Chattogram (Category: Breaking News)
- Kamindu Mendis’ unbeaten 92 drags Sri Lanka to 531 (Category: Breaking News)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed his aspirations for Sri Lanka to reclaim its position as the champion of cricket, highlighting the government’s commitment to providing all necessary support to achieve this goal.
A significant ceremony took place yesterday(29), at the Isipathanarama Viharaya, Maharagama under the esteemed patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The occasion marked the handing over of the credentials for the positions of Chief Sangha Nayaka to the Uva-Wellassa & Colombo and the noble “Upadhyaya” to the Ratmalana Vihara sector in Kotte Sri Kalyani Samagri Dharma Maha Sangha Sabha of...
Headline inflation for March 2024, measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index, has dropped sharply to 0.9 percent in March 2024 from 5.9 percent in February 2024, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) says. This deceleration in the headline inflation was broadly in line with the projections of the […]
- Inflation rises to 6.5 pct in January (Category: Breaking News)
- Inflation drops to 5.1 % in February (Category: Breaking News)
- Inflation of 6.9% in February comes down to 6.3 in March (Category: Breaking News)
- CBSL Governor says inflation could rise to 7% this month (Category: Breaking News)
Lifebuoy Shampoo’s Support Drives Dialogue on Importance of Inclusivity A diverse and esteemed panel came together to delve into a crucial conversation surrounding the significance of impactful female figures in shaping the aspirations and dreams of future generations. The panel discussion served as a platform highlighting the critical need for recognising and celebrating the remarkable […]
- Sajitha steals limelight as Battle of the Maroons ends in draw (Category: Breaking News)
- Dhananjaya and Kamindu post twin hundreds in Sylhet (Category: Breaking News)
- Track and field action from Diyagama (Category: Breaking News)
- Sadev shines with half century as Thomians post 297 (Category: Breaking News)
Empower Her, Empower a Nation Empowering her is to empower a nation. Bringing its deep-rooted values to the spotlight this International Women’s Day, Siyapatha Finance PLC united together to celebrate the collective strength, power and achievement of woman and womanhood across the Island Nation. In hopes of enhancing women’s role in taking leadership, Siyapatha embarked […]
- Commission to be set up to ensure women’s empowerment (Category: Breaking News)
- “She is the pride of the nation” (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘National Women’s Commission’ to be established as an independent body through an Act of Parliam... (Category: Breaking News)
- Chamodi Pabodha – a star in the making (Category: Breaking News)
In the wake of vessel re-routings, aimed at avoiding the Red Sea, bunker demand across ports in both India and Sri Lanka has witnessed a significant surge, highlighting a growing challenge for the maritime industry. While India contends with supply shortages, Sri Lankan ports are experiencing a notable increase in activity. According to S&P Global […]
- Implications of India – Sri Lanka connectivity (Category: Breaking News)
- Bunker demand surges in Sri Lankan ports as India grapples with supply shortages (Category: Breaking News)
- Norochcholai running out of coal: 14-hour power cuts feared (Category: Breaking News)
- SC judgment on MR, GR, BR, PB and Cabraal (Category: Breaking News)
For the second Test series in a row between these teams, Sri Lanka’s seamers are defining the contest. In 2022, it had been Asitha Fernando and Kasun Rajitha who claimed 24 wickets between them in the two-match series in Bangladesh. This time, Sri Lanka go to Chattogram with their quicks having taken all 20 wickets […]
- Spinners put Sri Lanka on verge of series sweep (Category: Breaking News)
- Kamindu’s unbeaten knock powers Sri Lanka to 531 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka wrap up 192-run win to complete series sweep (Category: Breaking News)
- Asitha makes it Sri Lanka’s day despite Mahmud’s fightback (Category: Breaking News)
The National Sexually Transmitted Diseases/AIDS Control Programme yesterday said there was a significant increase in the HIV infections in Sri Lanka last year compared to 2022. Director of the National STD/AIDS Control Programme Dr. Janaki Vidanapathirana said most of the people who had contracted HIV are in the age group of 20 to 30 years. […]
- 47 Sri Lankan children living with AIDS . (Category: Breaking News)
- 'Decisive moment' in HIV history (Category: Technology)
- HIV circus acrobat granted bail (Category: Australia, Queensland)
- More than 3000 individuals affected from HIV deices in SriLanka (Category: Breaking News)
Expolanka Holdings PLC announced that resolutions were duly approved by the shareholders of the company at an Extraordinary General Meeting held on March 27, 2024. The company’s shareholders approved the delisting of the ordinary shares of Expolanka Holdings PLC from the official list of the Colombo Stock Exchange. This decision is subject to the approval […]
- Expolanka Holdings- Largest listed company decides to de-list from CSE (Category: Breaking News)
- Expolanka gains control of two of its overseas arms (Category: Breaking News)
- SG Holdings buys into Expolanka Holdings stocks, boosting net foreign inflow (Category: Breaking News)
- Colombo Stock Exchange revises its MPI list (Category: Breaking News)
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