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New Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, has affirmed the Indian government’s unwavering support for the advancement of the maritime and aviation sectors, as well as the development of the northern region of Sri Lanka. He said so during a meeting held on December 28, 2023, with the Minister of Ports, Shipping, and […]
The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has welcomed over 6000 tourists in the latter part of November and during December 2023.Those passengers arrived on five cruise liners that called at the port, HIP has said in a media statement. The ‘Azamara Journey’ docked on November 29, carrying 620 passengers, while the Luxury cruise liner Mein Schiff […]
Friday 29th December, 2023 The police are all out to eradicate the scourge of narcotics, and their efforts must not go unappreciated. But it needs to be added that they would not have had to exert themselves in this manner if they had carried out their duties and functions properly over the years. Having let […]
Showers or thunder showers will occur at times in Eastern and Uva provinces and in Hambantota district. Several spells of showers will occur in Northern, North-central provinces and in Matale and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
In a significant move to strengthen the fight against corruption, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Hon. Justice W. M. N. P. Iddawala as the Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. Additionally, Mr. Chethiya Goonesekera and Mr. K Bernard Rajapakse have been appointed as other members of the Commission, with the appointments taking effect from Janu...
A 65-year-old woman has reportedly died at the Gampaha Hospital after having contracted COVID-19.
Former Sri Lankan skipper Arjuna Ranatunga has threatened to reveal details about individuals allegedly involved in a plot with India that led to the decline of cricket in Sri Lanka.
The Chinese Communist Party has revised regulations on disciplinary action to tighten crackdowns on corruption and moral problems among party members.
Ellyse Perry and Phoebe Litchfield made India’s above-par score of 282 look less threatening as Australia went 1-0 up in the first of the three ODIs at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Losing Alyssa Healy in the first over of the innings, Litchfield and Perry notched up 78 and 75 respectively, with Tahlia McGrath contributing […]
Gold prices steadied on Thursday, after hitting a more than three-week high earlier, as an uptick in U.S. bond yields undermined the support from expectations of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve early next year.
India’s final frontier will have to be conquered some other time. A batting meltdown on the third evening in Centurion saw them fold for 131 in just over 34 overs, giving South Africa a win by an innings & 32 runs and a 1-0 lead in the two match series. India’s effort with the bat […]
Lanka Sathosa says it has further slashed the prices of more food items, with effect from today (Dec.28).
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Justice W. M. N. P. Iddawala as the Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Additionally, Chethiya Goonesekera and K Bernard Rajapakse have been appointed as other members of the Commission, with the appointments taking effect from January 01, 2024. The President’s decision, made in […]
Australia managed to fight back from a tight corner to keep control of the second Test at the end of the third day’s play at Melbourne. Mitchell Marsh’s 96 played a pivotal part in them retaining control even as Pakistan kept fighting. Having gained a 54-run first innings lead on the back of Pat Cummins’ […]
A court in Qatar has commuted the death sentences of eight former Indian naval officers, India’s foreign ministry has said. A ministry statement said the “sentences have been reduced” but did not specify what new penalty they would face. Neither Qatar nor India have revealed the specific charges against the men. FT and Reuters have […]
Fuel and Gas will be exempted from the Port and Airport Levy when imposing the Value Added Tax (VAT) from January 01, 2024, Tax Advisor of the Ministry of Finance, Thanuja Perera said today (December 28).The post Sri Lanka to remove 7.5% Port and Airport tax from Fuel & Gas but add 18% VAT appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Justice W. M. N. P. Iddawala as the new Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, the President’s Media Unit said. Chethiya Goonesekera and K Bernard Rajapakse have been appointed as other members of the Commission, with the appointments taking effect from January 01, 2024. The […]
The Ports and Airports Development Levy (PAL) currently imposed on fuel and gas is set to be removed upon implementation of the revised Value Added Tax (VAT).
An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 on the Richter Scale jolted Japan s Kuril Islands on Thursday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said.
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe has made new appointments to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).The post Sri Lanka President appoints new members to Bribery Commission appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
Ring in the festive vibes with Coca-Cola! Delight in the magic of the season as Coca-Cola and Sprite 2-liter bottles now come with an extra touch of joy – a complimentary collectible glass to share the season’s joy with your loved ones. And that is only the beginning! Coca-Cola is turning the streets of Sri […]
Sri Lanka is saddened over the death of Indian actor turned politician Vijayakanth who had spoken on the Sri Lanka Tamil issue. Minister Jeevan Thondaman said that Sri Lanka had hoped Vijayakanth would recover from his illness and resume public service. He noted that Vijayakanth had raised his voice on the Sri Lanka issue and […]
Three Hong Kong activists have been jailed for up to six years for their involvement in a foiled plot to bomb public buildings. The trio were initially all charged with “conspiracy to commit terrorism” under the national security law. They were part of “Returning Valiant”, a pro-independence group which hatched the plan in 2021 following […]
The economic crisis has left a profound impact on household finances, influencing both income and expenditure significantly, a survey conducted by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) has found.
Oil prices steadied on Thursday after falling sharply in the previous session, as concerns eased about shipping disruptions along the Red Sea route even as tensions in the Middle East continued to rise.
India saw a single-day surge of 702 COVID-19 cases, with the number of active cases rising to 4,097, the country s health ministry said in a statement on Thursday (Dec.28).
A video circulating on social media shows the Police using brutal force to arrest a suspect reportedly in Kurunegala, even when the suspect gave an assurance he will not attempt to escape. The video shows two policemen holding a suspect on the ground and tying him with a rope. One policeman is seen seated on […]
The president of Government Medical Officers Forum (GMOF) Dr. Rukshan Bellana recorded a statement with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) this afternoon (Dec.28).
Justice W. M. N. P Iddawala has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
Vehicular movement along the Polonnaruwa - Batticaloa main road has been restricted due to inundation, Ada Derana correspondent says.