A special joint operation has been launched to contain a sudden fire that broke out at the Anawilundawa Ramsar Wetland Sanctuary, with wildlife officials, the armed forces, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), the Divis

The Government has declared August 21, 22 and 23 as national days of mourning following the passing of veteran singer Dr. Nanda Malani.

A joint mechanism aimed at strengthening emergency response and improving prisoner welfare through regional coordination was established at the Matara Prison yesterday (19).

The Colombo Stock Exchange extended its negative momentum for a third consecutive session on Thursday, 20 August 2026, with both benchmark indices closing marginally lower amid continued selling pressure across the broad

Sri Lanka has declared a three-day period of national mourning following the death of legendary singer Visharad Dr. Nanda Malini.Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka declares 3-Day National Mourning for Nanda Malini appea

The investigation into an alleged foreign exchange scam involving the transfer of around USD 1 billion overseas without corresponding importsContinue Reading The post How a three-wheeler check led to $1bn forex transfer

A significant number of university students are becoming addicted to drugs, with an estimated 70% to 80% of male studentsContinue Reading The post University students increasingly vulnerable to drug addiction, professor

The final rites of the late veteran Sri Lankan singer Visharada Nanda Malani will be held on Saturday, August 22, at the Borella General Cemetery, according to Professor Sunil Ariyaratne.

Two business establishments in Colombo have been fined a total of Rs. 300,000 by the Aluthkade No. 05 Chief Magistrate’s Court for offering substandard motorcycle helmets and expired infant formula for sale.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Sri Lanka has expressed concern over the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution and the Judicature Amendment Bill, stressing that the independence of the Judiciary, the rule of la

The police in Telangana’s Nalgonda have cracked the sensational murder case of a 48-year-old school principal and arrested two students who allegedly planned the crime for money and lavish lifestyle.

Veteran Sri Lankan vocalist and one of the country’s most celebrated singers, Nanda Malini, has passed away at the age of 82.

A police officer assigned to provide security at the temple of Ven. Galagodaatte Gnanasara Thero has reportedly died after allegedly shooting himself with his service firearm.

The remains of veteran Sri Lankan singer Nanda Malini will be kept at her residence on Wijayaba Mawatha, Nawala, fromContinue Reading The post Nanda Malini’s funeral arrangements announced appeared first on Newswire.

A state-of-the-art mammography machine valued at Rs. 153 million has been provided to the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital to expand earlyContinue Reading The post Rs. 153mn mammography machine to boost breast cancer detec

Sail Lanka Charter Private Limited (SLC) has denied any involvement in the alleged sale or distribution of alcohol without aContinue Reading The post Alleged Port City yacht alcohol party: Sail Lanka issues clarification

Crude oil prices have risen in global markets amid heightened tensions over Iran, following a warning by U.S. President DonaldContinue Reading The post Oil prices rise amid Trump warning, UAE moves against Iran appeared

The Department of Meteorology has issued a high wave advisory for sea areas extending from Chilaw to Pottuvil via Galle,Continue Reading The post High wave advisory issued for coastal areas from Chilaw to Pottuvil appear

The Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament today (20) without a vote followingContinue Reading The post Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Bill

It has been reported quoting family sources that veteran singer Nanda Malini Perera has passed away at the age of 82. Mirihana Arachchige Nanda Malini Perera popularly known as Nanda Malini, born 23 August 1943  was  one

Veteran Sri Lankan singer Nanda Malini has passed away at the age of 82 at her residence in Nawala. NandaContinue Reading The post Veteran Sri Lankan Singer Nanda Malini Passes Away at 82 appeared first on Newswire.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasised that children should be given adequate time to enjoy their holidays, ensuring their mental health and rest. The Prime Minister also stressed the importance of ensuring chi

Total debt for the United States has passed $40 trillion for the first time, raising concerns that the country is facing a fiscal crisis as government spending outpaces revenue. The debt stood at $19.95 trillion in Janua

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated in Parliament that, as the appointment process for school principals has not been conducted in a systematic manner for a considerable period of time, discussions are being hel

Donald Trump has said he will launch tougher economic measures against Iran, as well as any country that helps or does business with it. The US president wrote in all capital letters on Truth Social that he was launching

Bangladesh is holding its first contested presidential election in 35 years, with the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir pitted against former army officer Oli Ahmad, the nomi

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; lt;em gt;Pix and text by K R Rajamanthri nbsp; nbsp; lt;/em gt; lt;/strong gt; A new ward is being constructed to serve communities in the Uva Paranagama area and parts of the Central Province, replacing th

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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

lt;strong gt;By Ranjith Padmasiri nbsp; lt;/strong gt; Former Director General of the Land Reform Commission (LRC) Liyanage Padmasiri has acknowledged that a statement he made claiming Kandy District MP Chamindrani Kirie

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has welcomed Friday rsquo;s Supreme Court rsquo;s judgment which found that former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and several former health officials had violated the fun

lt;ul gt; lt;li gt; lt;strong gt;Appeal Court decides the lsquo;harm rsquo; that may result from release of lsquo;transaction level rsquo; nbsp; lt;/strong gt; lt;strong gt;information during 2015-2017 outweighs lsquo;pu

lt;p style= quot;text-align: left; quot; align= quot;center quot; gt; lt;strong gt;By Ranith Padmasiri lt;/strong gt; lt;/p gt; The Court of Appeal has set aside the acquittal of all accused in the assassination case of

lt;strong gt;By Niranjala Ariyawansha nbsp; nbsp; lt;/strong gt; Although the war in West Asia will have a significant impact on the Sri Lankan economy both in the short as well as long-term, Sri Lanka can control the ec