Govt plans to include Dhamma school exams in national qualifications
2025-08-09
Deputy Minister of Buddhist Affairs, Religious, and Cultural Activities Gamagedara Dissanayake has stated that steps are being taken to includeContinue Reading
“Would Rajapaksas stay silent for 13 years?” — Minister Nalinda on SupremeSAT issue
2025-08-09
Minister of Health and Media Nalinda Jayatissa has responded to questions regarding the recent controversy surrounding the SupremeSAT satellite, commonlyContinue Reading
Special announcement on Grade 5 scholarship exam tomorrow
2025-08-09
A media briefing was held today by Commissioner General of Examinations A.K.S. Indika Kumari to outline arrangements for the 2025Continue Reading
Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over Israel’s plan to seize Gaza
2025-08-09
Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern over Israel’s decision to seize control of Gaza City, warning it would further escalateContinue Reading
Government to import 2,000 cabs for state institutions – Minister
2025-08-09
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has decided to import 2,000 cabs for state institutions. MinisterContinue Reading
Fair weather expected in most parts of the island today
2025-08-09
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 09 AUGUST 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 09 August 2025 Several spells of light showers willContinue Reading
Colombo Port profits surge by 66% in first half of 2025
2025-08-03
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) has recorded a significant 66% increase in profits during the first six months ofContinue Reading
“No tolerance for violence or ragging in universities ”- PM
2025-08-03
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has emphasized that there will be zero tolerance for violence or ragging in universities. However,Continue Reading
200,000 tourist arrivals in July: SL on track for pre-pandemic numbers
2025-08-03
Sri Lanka welcomed 200,244 tourists in July 2025, marking a 6.6% increase compared to the same month last year. ThisContinue Reading
Two Indian nationals arrested at BIA with Rs. 100mn worth of Kush
2025-08-03
Two Indian nationals have been arrested at the Katunayake International Airport while attempting to smuggle a stock of Kush cannabisContinue Reading
Weather today: cloudy skies over most parts of the island
2025-08-03
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 03 AUGUST 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 03 August 2025 Cloudy skies can be expected overContinue Reading
US cuts tariff on Sri Lankan goods to 20%
2025-08-01
In a significant development for Sri Lankan exporters, the United States has officially confirmed that Sri Lanka’s reciprocal tariff rateContinue Reading
Sri Lanka’s apparel exporters on edge as US tariff deadline looms
2025-07-30
Sri Lankan exporters remain in suspense as the United States’ 30% reciprocal tariff on imports from the country is setContinue Reading
“If needed, President should use a helicopter” – Lalkantha
2025-07-27
Agriculture Minister K. D. Lalkantha says he believes the security convoy for President Anura Kumara Dissanayake should be strengthened. SpeakingContinue Reading
21 youths arrested at ‘social media drug party’ in Kaduwela
2025-07-27
The Kaduwela Police have arrested 21 youths during a midnightContinue Reading
Deer shooting incident: Four including two police officers arrested
2025-07-27
Sri Lanka Police have arrested four suspects, including two police officers, in connection with the killing of a spotted deerContinue Reading
Weather today: Rain in several areas, strong winds above 50 kmph
2025-07-27
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 27 JULY 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 27 July 2025 Several spells of showers will occurContinue Reading
High cost of living: Thousands rally in Malaysia, demanding PM Anwar’s resignation
2025-07-26
Thousands of people rallied in the Malaysian capital on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, asContinue Reading