Politics GMOA raises alarm over public and professional safety after lawyer s murder
The recent murder of a lawyer and his wife has sparked serious worries about the safety of people and professionals in Sri Lanka, according to the Government…
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Politics Health Minister calls on new Bangladesh PM
Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa visited the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, in Dhaka. Dr. Jayatissa met with…
Politics Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and US presidential hopeful, dies at 84
Jesse Jackson, a prominent U.S. civil rights leader and a significant figure in American politics, has passed away at the age of 84, according to a statement…
Politics IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva meets President Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today, the 17th. In their…
Politics IMF Chief visits cyclone-affected areas
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, began her official visit to Sri Lanka by touring areas hit by Cyclone…
Politics Second reading of Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill passed
The second reading of the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill has successfully passed in Parliament. This Bill aims to eliminate pensions for Members of…
Politics Monk arrested for fraudulently collecting money using two Ministers photos
A monk was arrested today, September 17, for allegedly raising money through fake WhatsApp accounts that featured the photos of Minister of Energy Kumara…
Politics JICA yet to grant final approval for Light Rail Transit project - Minister
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has not yet given the final go-ahead for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Colombo , according to…
Politics Dilith demands clarity on Govt. s remarks over eradicating racism from Sri Lanka
Parliamentarian Dilith Jayaweera, leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, expressed concern that the government's comments about eliminating racism in Sri Lanka could…
Politics Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh s PM after landslide election victory
Tarique Rahman, the leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was sworn in as the prime minister of Bangladesh on Tuesday. This event signals a major…
Politics Akuregoda shooting not within a high security zone - Public Security Minister
Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced that the site of the recent shooting in Akuregoda, where Attorney-at-Law Buddhika Mallawaarachchi and his…
Politics US and Iran set for high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva as threat of war looms
The U.S. and Iran are set to engage in indirect discussions in Geneva on Tuesday to address their ongoing nuclear conflict. However, there are few signs of any…
Politics SC rules no formal determination needed on “Protection of Occupants” and “Rent Repeal” bills
The Supreme Court has ruled that it is not necessary to make a formal decision on the “Protection of Occupants” and “Rent Repeal” bills. This information was…
Politics Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would take an "indirect" role in the important discussions between Iran and the U.S. regarding Tehran's…
Politics UK Deputy PM David Lammy to arrive in Sri Lanka today
David Lammy, the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, is set to arrive in Sri Lanka today, October 17. His visit aims to strengthen the partnership…
Politics EU to take part in Trump s Board of Peace but not as member
The European Union will participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Board of Peace this week, but officials confirmed on Monday (Feb 16) that…
Politics Iran s Revolutionary Guards begin military drills in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) started military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, February 16, according to state media. This…
Politics President Anura Kumara to leave for India tomorrow
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will travel to India tomorrow, February 17, to participate in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. He received an…
Politics Massive fireworks store explosion in China kills eight ahead of Lunar New Year
An explosion at a fireworks shop in eastern China has resulted in the deaths of eight people, with two others sustaining minor burns. This tragic event took…
Politics Sri Lanka, Pakistan pledge deeper security collaboration
Sri Lanka and Pakistan have agreed to expand their cooperation between their interior ministries. They will focus on improving internal security,…
Politics Prabath Chandrakeerthi named President s Chief of Staff
Prabath Chandrakeerthi has been named the Chief of Staff for the President of Sri Lanka. The Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake,…
Politics Local nine
On Monday, February 16, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps started military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, according to state media. This comes just…
Politics UK Deputy PM David Lammy to visit Sri Lanka tomorrow to strengthen bilateral ties
The Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Lammy, will arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow, on the 17th. His visit aims to strengthen the partnership…
Politics Govt. announces minimum purchase prices for paddy
The government has announced the minimum prices for paddy that the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) will pay to farmers. During a press conference at the Department…