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The hearing of the case against Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka over alleged sexual assault before the New South Wales District Court has been concluded and Judge Sarah Huggett will deliver her verdict on 28 September, Australian media confirmed.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe invited President Ebrahim Raisi of the Islamic Republic of Iran to visit Sri Lanka and ceremonially open the Uma Oya Hydropower Station when they met on the sidelines of the UNGA in New York on Wednesday (20). President Raisi accepted the invitation and also extended an invitation to President Wickremesinghe to visit […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has been formally invited by His Majesty, the King of Malaysia to undertake a state visit to the country.
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has held a meeting with Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe to discuss vital economic matters.The post IMF chief Kristalina and Sri Lanka President Ranil discuss ongoing reforms and debt restructuring efforts appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Two persons were killed and two others injured following a shooting incident last night (September 20) in Thalduwa, Avissawella, police said.The post Two killed, two injured in shooting at Avissawella appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The two-day adjournment debate on the Easter Sunday attacks and National Security at Present is scheduled to begin this morning (Sept. 21).
The Batticaloa Campus which was taken over by the security forces following the Easter Sunday terror attacks, was returned to former Governor M. L. A. M. Hizbullah.The post Batticaloa Campus returned to Hizbullah appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Addressing the High-level Dialogue on Financing for Development, President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the critical issues facing middle-income countries in times of financial distress. He drew attention to the challenges these countries face due to the lack of a common framework and procedures and stressed the need for a comprehensive plan to address the financial difficulties […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, speaking at the Climate Ambition Summit on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Wednesday (20), affirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to the Secretary General’s accelerated climate agenda. He highlighted the importance of tangible climate actions and commended the delegates for their valuable suggestions. President Wickremesinghe drew attention to the significant e...
No Chinese spy ships had arrived in Sri Lanka, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said, addressing the Islands Dialogue, a conference hosted by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, on the sidelines of the U.N.’s General Assembly annual sessions. President Wickremesinghe said that no one had any evidence to prove that spy […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, speaking at the Climate Ambition Summit on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly yesterday (20), affirmed Sri Lanka s commitment to the Secretary General s accelerated climate agenda.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe met USAID Administrator, Samantha Power, on the sidelines of the UNGA, in New York, on Tuesday (19). During the discussions the President expressed his appreciation for the support extended by USAID to Sri Lanka during the financial crisis. The President presented a short briefing on the progress with the IMF programme, while […]
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE), on Tuesday (19), instructed the Sri Lanka Tea Board to submit a report within three months detailing the outcomes of all the money they spend on promoting tea. Chairman of COPE, Prof. Ranjith Bandara made this directive when it was revealed that the Tea Board had spent about Rs […]
The Grama Niladaris had not played any role in providing social welfare benefits to the people since 1994, President of Sri Lanka United Grama Niladhari Association (SLUGNA), W. G. Kamal Kithsiri said. The Department of Samurdhi Development carried out that task, he said. Kithsiri said the officials attached to the Department of Samurdhi Development had […]
Thursday 21st September, 2023 The recent killing of a prominent Sikh activist named Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada, has triggered a diplomatic row between Ottawa and New Delhi. Canada lost no time in ordering an Indian diplomat out of the country, accusing India of having had a hand in the assassination. Denying Canada’s allegation, New […]
Port City Colombo is set to launch a Roadshow in the UAE showcasing investment opportunities and incentives for global investors. This significant event marks the initiation of a key global marketing drive, inviting investors from across the world to explore the diverse investment prospects available at PCC. Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron will address […]
… warns that it could potentially damage both investment prospects and freedom of expression SJB MP and Chair of the Committee on Public Finance, Harsha de Silva, on Tuesday (19), criticised the government’s move to introduce the online safety bill, calling it an “archaic and draconian piece of legislation” that violates fundamental principles and represents […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with Sir Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs for Meta, in New York on the side-lines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Addressing the SDG Summit 2023, President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a stark assessment of the global progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. He emphasized that the current state of SDG advancement globally is unsatisfactory, with only 12% of the targets on track while no progress has been made in 30% of the other critical targets. […]
The Chairman of the Federation of Information Technology Sri Lanka (FITIS), Indika De Soysa, has projected a substantial boost of 15 billion US dollars to Sri Lanka’s gross domestic product (GDP) through the expansion of the digital economy, by the year 2030. Presently, the digital economy contributes 3.7 billion US dollars to the GDP. Indika […]
The Chairman of the Federation of Information Technology Sri Lanka (FITIS), Mr. Indika De Soysa, has projected a substantial boost of USD 15 billion to Sri Lanka s gross domestic product (GDP) through the expansion of the digital economy, by the year 2030.
Dasun Shanaka will remain as the ODI Captain of the Sri Lanka national Cricket team for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.The post Dasun Shanaka to remain Captain for ICC World Cup 2023 appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with his Iranian counterpart Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, a short while ago (20 Sep.), the President s Media Division (PMD) reported.
At IFA 2023, Europe’s largest consumer trade show held in Berlin, Germany, Samsung Electronics underscored its vision for the future of home living — powered by the company’s cutting-edge devices and leading Bespoke products. Notable figures from Samsung and partner companies outlined Samsung’s plans to drive positive change through exceptional innovation, impacting the individual lives […]
Virtusa, a global provider of digital strategy, digital engineering and IT services and solutions, was named the leader in the Technology Sector for yet another consecutive year by LMD Magazine, as they announced the Most Respected Entities in Sri Lanka for the year 2023. Virtusa’s successive inclusion in this celebrated survey serves as testament to […]
MiHCM, a global provider of digital Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, announced Himashie Perera’s appointment as General Manager of Partnerships & CEO’s Office. This appointment serves to expand MiHCM’s partner network and business operations even further. “Himashie has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of MiHCM since its inception in 2017. She […]
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has delivered grain to Sri Lanka and other countries despite Russia’s maritime blockade. He says he reminded the SDG Summit held in the US that despite Russia’s maritime blockade, Ukraine has delivered grain to many countries around the globe. The President named Algeria, Djibouti, Egypt, Kenya, Libya, Lebanon, Morocco, […]
A woman was recently arrested in the Thambuththegama area over her alleged involvement in a human trafficking racket operating between Sri Lanka and Dubai.
The Regional Drama Festival of the ‘Samanalayaya 2023’ organised by Sunera Foundation to showcase the talents of young differently-abled participants attached to its performing arts workshops around the island was successfully held at 9 regional locations. From January on, 29 Sunera workshops engaged in the rehearsals to prepare for the drama festival which started in […]
Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron is to promote the Colombo Port City at a roadshow showcasing investment opportunities and incentives for global investors. Cameron will address an exclusive, closed-door forum on the strengthening ties between the UAE, Indo-Pacific region and the role of Sri Lanka in this new trend gaining increased momentum. The discussion […]