The European Union has launched a €2.6 million initiative titled “Together We Rise” to strengthen civil society and promote humanContinue Reading The post EU mobilises €2.6 million to strengthen civil society in Sri Lank

Sri Lanka has climbed five places in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, ranking 134th out of 180 countries withContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka improves to 134th in 2026 World Press Freedom Index appeared first on Ne

In commemoration of World Wildlife Day 2026, Hilton Yala Resort reinforced its commitment to conservation, education, and responsible tourism byContinue Reading The post Hilton Yala Marks World Wildlife Day 2026 with Edu

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Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) explores potential of IP Rights and Geographical Indications in strengthening exports

Israel’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Reuven Azar and Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, engaged in a discussionContinue Reading The post Israel’s ambassador to Sri Lanka meets Foreign Minister appeared

“Together We Rise” implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation in Sri Lanka, aims to strengthen civil society

Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will undertake a State Visit to Sri Lanka from May 3 to May 6, 2026,Continue Reading The post Maldives President to undertake state visit to Sri Lanka from May 3–6 appeared first on

The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-central provinces and the Vavuniya,Continue Reading The post Lightning advisory : Red alerts issued to 11 dist

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today visited the P. D. Sirisena Stadium in Colombo to inspect preparations for the Samagi JanaContinue Reading The post Sajith inspects venue ahead of SJB May Day rally appeared first

HSBC Bank’s consumer banking operations in Sri Lanka officially come to an end today (30), following the completion of theContinue Reading The post HSBC ends consumer banking operations in Sri Lanka today appeared first

A concept paper proposing to make all children born after 2010 (Alpha) a tobacco-free generation has been handed over to the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

Colombo High Judge Mohammed Mihail today ordered that the pronouncement of judgment in four cases filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunaward

South Asia’s first ever “One Love Reggae Festival” will be held from 7 to 9 August 2026 in Bentota Beach, its organisers announced yesterday.

Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, hosted an exclusive cocktail evening featuring former All Blacks captainContinue Reading The post Hayleys Mobility Hosts Rugby Legend Kieran Read at

The National People’s Power (NPP) has announced plans to hold 21 May Day rallies across 21 major cities of SriContinue Reading The post NPP to hold 21 May Day rallies across Sri Lanka appeared first on Newswire.

President Donald Trump’s administration is seeking the participation of other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation ​in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a State Department cable

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has not been informed whether Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma is attending the CoPF meeting today as reported by some media, CoPF Chairman Dr. Harsha De Silva s

The owner of one of Britain’s best-known dogs is backing calls to allow small pets to travel in the cabin of commercial flights entering the UK.

The Sri Lankan rupee weakened further against the US dollar across several commercial banks today (30), compared to Wednesday, with the selling rate reaching as high as Rs. 323 at some institutions.

The United States’ war in Iran has ​cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday, providing the first official estimate of the military’s ‌price tag for the conflict.

Market turnover was 2 billion rupees.

An international Dhamma program in commemoration of Vesak Full Moon Poya Day is scheduled to be held via Zoom on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6.00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. (Sri Lanka time).

Applicants for visas to the United States will now have to affirm that they do not fear persecution in their home countries as the Trump administration seeks to further restrict potential asylum seeks from entering the c

"Looking forward to continued engagement for mutual benefit."

Economies heavily reliant on imported fuel, remittances, tourism, or external financing

ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar in the spot market, from 319.75/320.60 the previous day in the spot next, dealers said, while bond yields were broadly steady. A bond maturing o

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that, in the face of the turbulent global environment prevailing today, agriculture is confronting significant challenges, and that food security is a crucial factor affecting

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 30 APRIL 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 30 April 2026 by the Department of Meteorology Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, North-central and Uva provinces. Sho

The National Patriotic Front (NPF) has said the NPP government owes the public an explanation regarding the status of negotiations with Russia to secure energy supplies. NPF General Secretary Dr. Wasantha Bandara said th

The US Embassy in Sri Lanka, on April 26, celebrated the 15th anniversary of American Corner Jaffna (ACJ), highlighting its longstanding role in connecting communities in Northern Sri Lanka with the United States through

Rooftop solar power in Sri Lanka has reached a critical turning point as the country responds to the combined pressures of the economic crisis, rising electricity tariffs and national climate commitments. What was once c

Indonesia and Sri Lanka have reached the final stages of a Memorandum of Understanding on Bilateral Political Consultations and an Agreement on Visa Exemption for Diplomatic and Official passports. The Foreign Ministry m

A Labour Officer attached to the Haputale District Labour Office has been sentenced to a six-year jail term, in a case heard before the Colombo High Court. The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corrupti

On 27 April 2026, Sri Lanka lost a quiet giant. Professor Y. Karunadasa, one of the world’s foremost scholars of Abhidhamma and Buddhist philosophy, passed away in Colombo. He was 92. For those who never sat in his class

Sri Lanka is currently facing a complex set of interrelated economic, social, and governance challenges that cannot be attributed to a single policy failure or institutional weakness. Rather, these challenges reflect dee

It would not be particularly revelatory to say that the US is plagued by ‘gun violence’. It is a deeply entrenched and widespread malaise that has come in tandem with the relative ease with which firearms could be acquir

Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has declined to appear before the Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) today stating that President and Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake was expected to