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Politics Karachi Declaration adopted during Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation s visit to Pakistan
The ‘Karachi Declaration’ has been accepted, emphasizing a joint commitment to democratic governance, accountability in Parliament, inclusivity, responsible…
Politics Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation
Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have renewed their commitment to improve defense cooperation and strengthen their relationship. This commitment was established…
Politics Russia sends hundreds of missiles, drones at Ukraine
Russia launched a significant attack on Ukraine using drones and ballistic missiles late Thursday night. The strikes focused on energy infrastructure,…
Politics Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution
Bangladesh will hold elections on Thursday, February 12, marking a step back toward democracy following the removal of longtime leader Sheikh Hasina in a…
Politics Sectoral Oversight Committee approves bill to abolish pensions for MPs
The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has given its approval for a Bill aimed at ending pension benefits for Members of…
Politics Sri Lanka extend condolences over mass shooting in Canada
Vijitha Herath, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, has expressed his condolences to the people and government of Canada…
Politics US House votes to rescind Trump tariffs on Canada
On Wednesday, February 12, the US House of Representatives voted to overturn Donald Trump's tariffs on goods from Canada . This decision pushed aside Trump's…
Politics New ADB Country Director assures continuous support for Sri Lanka during meeting with PM
The newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, Shannon Cowlin, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at her…
Politics Over a million devotees venerated sacred Devnimori relics in Sri Lanka
Over a million worshippers paid their respects to the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha during a special event in Sri Lanka. The Exposition of these Holy…
Politics Former Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake further remanded
Saman Ekanayake, the former Secretary to the President, has been ordered to remain in custody until February 18 by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court. This…
Politics President to visit Nuwara Eliya today to inaugurate several projects
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will visit Nuwara Eliya today, November 11, to launch the Central Province phase of the “A Nation United” national campaign.…
Politics Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others produced before court
Ten people, including Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero and other monks, were taken to court today. These suspects are currently in remand custody due to their…
Politics Four suspects, including woman, arrested in attempted assassination of SJB member in Kalutara
Four people, including a woman, have been arrested for trying to kill Bandula Prasanna, a member of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) who ran for the Kalutara…
Politics President meets plantation workers in Nanu Oya, receives warm welcome
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited plantation workers on the Nanu Oya–Radella road this morning (11) and had a friendly conversation with them. The…
Politics Public urged not to join queues to venerate sacred Devnimori relics at Gangaramaya
The public is being advised against joining the lines to pay respect to the sacred Devnimori relics at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo . The…
Politics President Anura Kumara to visit Nuwara Eliya today to inaugurate several projects
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will travel to Nuwara Eliya today (11) to launch the Central Province part of the “A Nation United” national campaign.…
Politics Colombo- Ahmedabad direct flights to commence in April
Direct flights between Colombo , Sri Lanka, and Ahmedabad, India , are set to begin in April. Deputy Minister of Tourism Ruwan Ranasingha announced that…
Politics Sri Lanka deeply honoured to host Devnimori relics, says FM as relics return to India
Sri Lanka felt a great honor in hosting the sacred Devnimori relics for a week, allowing many people to pay their respects, said Vijitha Herath, the Minister…
Politics Sri Lanka to implement special security measures for India–Pakistan World Cup game
The Sri Lankan government will put in place special security measures for the T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan, which is set to take place in…
Politics India-Pakistan World Cup game to go ahead in Colombo as planned
The Pakistani government confirmed on Monday that the T20 World Cup match against India will take place in Colombo on February 15. A post on X revealed that…
Politics UN seeks clarity on when US will pay dues, and how much
The United Nations announced on Monday that it is awaiting information on when and how much the United States will pay for its overdue budget contributions.…
Politics Pakistan s decision on T20 World Cup match reflects strong bilateral ties- Sri Lanka FM
Sri Lanka's Foreign Affairs Minister, Vijitha Herath, has thanked the Government of Pakistan for agreeing to hold its T20 World Cup match against India in…
Politics Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison in national security case
Jimmy Lai, a former media tycoon from Hong Kong, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, marking the end of a lengthy legal struggle that highlights…
Politics Over Rs. 3.2 bln paid as compensation to livestock farmers affected by Cyclone Ditwah
Farmers in Sri Lanka have received over Rs. 3.2 billion in compensation for their livestock losses caused by Cyclone Ditwah, according to Deputy Minister of…