In a major shift in Middle Eastern energy and security dynamics, the US Department of the Treasury on Monday issued a temporary 60-day general license authorising transactions related to the production, delivery, and sal
The United States today announced the provision of a Fleet Broadband satellite communications system worth approximately US$4 million (over Rs. 1.2 billion) to the Sri Lanka Navy, in a move aimed at strengthening maritim
The Supreme Court today granted special leave to appeal against a Court of Appeal ruling that dismissed a challenge to the parliamentary eligibility of Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala.
A group consisting of lawyers and representatives from the Lanka Spa Association has lodged a complaint with the Human RightsContinue Reading The post Lanka Spa Association complains to HRCSL over identity exposure in Th
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide an additional grant of ¥400 million to support Sri Lanka’s Digital Television (DigitalContinue Reading The post JICA grants additional ¥400 million for Sri Lanka
In a swift search and rescue (SAR) operation, the Sri Lanka Navy on 22 Jun 2026 rendered assistance to a one-day fishing trawler that had failed to return to its intended destination. Reportedly, the fishing trawler and
WhatsApp boss Will Cathcart has announced that he is leaving his role.
United States Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Dr. Paul Kapur met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat during his visit to Sri Lanka.
At least 13 people have been killed and 66 injured after an explosion at Qatar’s largest gas facility.
An explosion tore through Qatar’s key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations after Iran bombed it during the war , causing a fire that killed at least 13 people and hurt dozens mor
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today fixed September 14 to deliver judgment in the case concerning the alleged forcible removal of the crown from Pushpika de Silva, the winner of the Mrs. Sri Lanka 2021 pa
A woman was killed and ten others were injured following a multi-vehicle accident in the Mangalagama area of Molagoda, Kegalle today (June 22).
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu believes she has let her side down and missed what could be her final chance to guide them to the knockout stages of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP, Harsha de Silva has questioned the government’s justification for maintaining current fuel prices despite aContinue Reading The post Harsha seeks probe into ‘unnecessary’ high-cost fuel i
British Prime Minister KeirStarmer has resigned in a televised statement after coming under mounting pressure from his own Labour Party. It follows the decisive by-election win by his rival, Andy Burnham, to claim a p
The United States has temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian oil exports following what officials described as productive discussions between WashingtonContinue Reading The post BREAKING: US Lifts Iranian Oil Sanctions —
A discussion aimed at identifying swift solutions to the challenges facing Sri Lanka’s apparel sector, with a view to strengthening an export-led economy and enhancing dollar earnings, was held this afternoon (22) at the
More than half of France’s regions are under a red heat alert, as the country braces for sweltering temperatures in an intensifying heatwave. Highs of more than 40C (104F) are expected across parts of western France on M
Sri Lanka Railways has imported five crane systems from Finland for the new railway workshop under construction at Ratmalana asContinue Reading The post US$1.35 million crane systems imported for Ratmalana railway worksh
The initiatives to introduce a uniform preschool education system across all nine provinces from 2027 are underway, Minister of WomenContinue Reading The post Govt to introduce uniform preschool education system from 202
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has extended an open invitation to athletes of Sri Lankan origin living overseasContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka invites Athletes of Sri Lankan Origin Worldwide to Represent Na
Market leader, Home Lands Group has marked another significant milestone with the acquisition of its 2nd land parcel within PortContinue Reading The post Home Lands expands Port City footprint with Second 3-Acre Acquisit
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today held discussions with leading apparel industry representatives and investors to identify solutions to challenges facingContinue Reading The post AKD discusses Trade, VAT & Investm
The United States has announced the provision of advanced Fleet Broadband satellite communications technology to the Sri Lanka Navy, inContinue Reading The post US Provides Rs. 1.2 Billion Satellite Communications System
Australian police have seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine – the country’s largest ever such bust – from an underground bunker system in western Sydney. The drugs, with an estimated street value of A$816m (£433m, €500m), were f
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah scored his first goal of the tournament as part of a second-half flurry to deliver Egypt their first-ever World Cup victory, 3-1, over New Zealand in Vancouver. Both Salah and Mostafa Zico ba
By Charumini de Silva India has signalled its readiness to fast-track an upgrade of the 26-year-old India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement (ISFTA) in a move that could significantly expand Sri Lanka’s export, investment, a
Inspired by Lamine Yamal, Spain strolled to a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Group H, as Mikel Oyarzabal restored his reputation with two goals and Luis de la Fuente’s side found their groove after an underwhelming World
Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has been officially reprimanded and handed one demerit point for a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the third ODI against India on Saturday, June 20, in Chennai. S
In a contest billed as the biggest of the group stage, South Africa took a big step towards the semi-final after Marizanne Kapp led them to a six-wicket win over India. She starred with ball and then with bat, helping So
Belgium were held to a scoreless draw by Iran in a frustrating encounter that saw the Red Devils reduced to 10 men and facing the possibility of group-stage elimination for a second consecutive World Cup. A star-studded,
lt;strong gt;By Ranjith Padmasiri nbsp; nbsp; lt;/strong gt; Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody, who was indicted on corruption charges, was released on bail by the Colombo High Court on Friday after having his fingerprints
A renewed call for integrity, excellence and solidarity within the legal profession took centre stage at a women lawyers rsquo; gathering held in Hulftsdorp last week, where Supreme Court Justice Kumuduni Wickremasinghe
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lt;strong gt;By Jayani Madawla lt;/strong gt; The prevailing heatwave that Sri Lanka is experiencing is expected to continue through mid-May according to the Department of Meteorology. Experts warn that the situation cou
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While the Sri Lanka Navy assisted in bringing to shore an ailing member of the crew of a Chinese research vessel anchored in Sri Lanka rsquo;s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the vessel will not be allowed into the countr