General Tragic Loss: 11-Year-Old Buddhist Monk Drowns in Ududumbara's Heen Ganga
A young Buddhist monk, aged just 11 years old, has lost his life after drowning while bathing in the Heen Ganga river in the Kaikawala area of Ududumbara,…
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General Sri Lanka Mourns the Loss of Legendary Artist Daya Nellampitiya at Age 91
Sri Lanka's vibrant arts community is in mourning following the passing of celebrated veteran artist Daya Nellampitiya, who died at the age of 91, leaving…
General Sri Lanka's State Universities on the Brink: Brain Drain and Labour Unrest Signal a System in Crisis
Sri Lanka's state university system, once regarded as the cornerstone of the country's free education policy and a proud symbol of social mobility, is facing…
General Calls for Opposition Vigilance as Speaker Leads Controversial CIABOC Member Selection Process
Concerns are mounting over the integrity of the selection process for a new member of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption…
General Rumesh Tharanga Claims Inaugural Ultimate Championship Javelin Title in Budapest
Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Tharanga has delivered a stunning performance in Budapest, claiming the men's javelin title at the inaugural Ultimate…
General Sri Lanka and India Launch Five-Day Naval Exercise SLINEX 2026 in Visakhapatnam
The Sri Lanka Navy and the Indian Navy have commenced their joint maritime exercise SLINEX 2026 in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam, with the drill…
General India Openers Demolish Sri Lanka as Shafali-Mandhana Partnership Steers Dominant Victory
India's women's cricket team delivered a commanding performance against Sri Lanka, with opening batters Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana combining for a…
General Zverev Crowned US Open Champion After Thrilling Victory Over Shelton
German Star Claims Long-Awaited Grand Slam Glory in New York Alexander Zverev has finally broken through at a Grand Slam, defeating American Ben Shelton to…
General Sri Lanka Takes First Step Toward 300MW Solar Future With Landmark Programme Launch
A New Era for Renewable Energy in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka has officially launched the first project under its ambitious 300-megawatt solar power programme, marking…
General Global Oil Surge Past $100 as Sri Lanka's Economy Sends Mixed Signals
Global crude oil prices have climbed above the $100 per barrel mark, adding fresh pressure to an already fragile economic landscape in Sri Lanka, as the island…
General India Claim Record 8th Women's Asia Cup Title on the Backs of Verma and Mandhana
India have etched their names further into cricketing history by capturing a record eighth Women's Asia Cup title, with opener Shafali Verma and veteran batter…
General Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council Pledges to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties Between Both Nations
The Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council has reaffirmed its strong commitment to fostering and expanding bilateral business relations between Sri Lanka and…
General Sri Lanka AI Week 2026 Sets Stage for Nation to Lead South Asia's Artificial Intelligence Revolution
Landmark initiative aims to establish Sri Lanka as the region's premier AI destination Sri Lanka is gearing up to make a bold statement on the regional…
General England Lions Demolish Sri Lanka by Nine Wickets in Second T20I at Beckenham
England Lions delivered a commanding performance at Beckenham to crush Sri Lanka by nine wickets in the second T20 International, extending their dominance in…
General Rumesh Pathirage Seizes World Athletics Ultimate Champion Crown with Stunning Javelin Throw
Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Pathirage has etched his name into the country's sporting history books, claiming the men's javelin title at the World Athletics…
General Dry Spell Leaves Over 161,000 Sri Lankans Struggling Amid Worsening Drought Conditions
Prolonged dry weather conditions have taken a significant toll across Sri Lanka, with more than 161,000 individuals now affected as the island nation grapples…
General Sri Lanka's New Dog Ownership Bill: Vaccinate, Register or Face a Rs. 2,000 Fine
Dog owners across Sri Lanka are set to face strict new obligations under a proposed piece of legislation that will make annual vaccination and registration of…
General Sri Lanka's Rumesh Eyes USD 150,000 Prize in World-Class Showdown Tonight
Sri Lankan competitor Rumesh is set to step into the spotlight tonight as he faces off against some of the finest talent on the global stage, with a staggering…
General Historic Moment at Ratmalana as Sri Lanka's First Private Long-Range Jet Touches Down
Sri Lanka has reached a new milestone in private aviation as the country's first privately owned long-range jet arrived at Ratmalana Airport, marking a…
General Sri Lanka's Fuel Suppliers Push for Price Hike Amid Rising Costs
Industry Players Appeal for Upward Revision of Fuel Prices Fuel distribution companies operating in Sri Lanka have formally called on authorities to revise…
General Xi and Modi Declare China and India Must Be Partners, Not Rivals, in Landmark Agreement
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have reached a significant understanding, agreeing that their two nations should regard…
General Desperate Search Underway for 130 Missing After Ferry Sinks in Indonesia
Indonesian search and rescue teams are racing against time to locate approximately 130 people who went missing after a ferry sank in the country's waters,…
General Mahinda Rallies Supporters in Anuradhapura, Declares Launch of 'People's Struggle for Self-Respect
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has expressed his gratitude to thousands of supporters who converged on Anuradhapura for the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna's…
General ADB Injects Rs. 6.7 Billion to Strengthen Sri Lanka's Struggling Health Sector
Major Funding Boost for Public Healthcare The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a significant financial assistance programme worth Rs. 6.7 billion…