HRCSL rules O/L exam invigilator violated Tamil-medium students’ rights
2026-01-29
The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has officially ruled that the fundamental rights of 14 Tamil-medium students wereContinue Reading
British Airways flight to London loses wheel during take-off (Video)
2026-01-29
A British Airways plane lost its ‘main wheel’ moments after taking off before the pilot decided to continue the journeyContinue Reading
Education Ministry clarifies PM’s comment on Grade 6 reform timeline
2026-01-29
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has issued a formal clarification regarding the implementation of new educationalContinue Reading
CBSL probes 18 alleged illegal plantation investment schemes
2026-01-29
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is investigating 18 institutions and individuals suspected of illegally collecting deposits from theContinue Reading
Woman arrested with 4.5kg cocaine and 3450 narcotic pills
2026-01-29
Police have arrested a woman in possession of approximately 3450 narcotic pills and four and half kilograms of cocaine duringContinue Reading
Trump tariffs, dollar’s dip: A double-hit to eurozone exports
2026-01-29
The US dollar continues to fall sharply in value against other major currencies, continuing the trend that saw its steepestContinue Reading
Nipah Virus : Statement from Ministry of Health
2026-01-29
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health has said the risk of Nipah virus transmission to the country remains minimal, following recentContinue Reading
US Embassy condoles death of Sri Lanka Navy Lieutenant Koyan Chamitha
2026-01-29
The US Embassy in Sri Lanka has extended its condolences following the death of Lieutenant Koyan Chamitha of the SriContinue Reading
SLFP supports move to ban social media for children
2026-01-29
Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has called for a ban on social media useContinue Reading
Sri Lanka delegation engages Saudi PIF on investment opportunities
2026-01-29
A Sri Lankan delegation led by Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeyasinghe met with senior officials ofContinue Reading
Online scams : China executes Myanmar-based Ming family crime syndicate leaders
2026-01-29
China has executed 11 people linked to the powerful Ming family crime syndicate that operated large-scale online scam centres inContinue Reading
Sri Lanka considers social media and smartphone ban for children
2026-01-29
Sri Lanka is exploring a ban on social media and mobile phone use for children under the age of 12,Continue Reading
Sip to Fit hydration app launched to support athlete performance
2026-01-29
The “Sip to Fit” mobile application, a new hydration and nutrition tracking tool for athletes, was launchedat the Duncan WhiteContinue Reading
Why were cheques rejected? Minister addresses bounced cheques
2026-01-29
Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Susil Ranasinghe clarified the reasons behind reports of bounced cheques issued to compensationContinue Reading
China considering visa-free travel for UK citizens after Xi-Starmer meeting
2026-01-29
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Thursday he aims to build a “sophisticated relationship” with China to boost security andContinue Reading
Election Commission opens 2026 applications for political party recognition
2026-01-29
The Election Commission has invited applications from political parties eligible for recognition in 2026. Applications can be submitted fromContinue Reading
TikTok Friendship turns into Drugging & Robbery Case, Suspect Arrested
2026-01-29
Sri Lanka Police have arrested a 28-year-old suspect for allegedly drugging victims he met via TikTok and stealing their moneyContinue Reading
Parliamentary caucus begins Steps Toward National Film School
2026-01-29
Sri Lanka has taken initial steps toward establishing a National Film School, with preliminary discussions held under the Parliamentary CaucusContinue Reading