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Uncategorized LNP - Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Uva province and in Batticaloa, Ampara, Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and…
Uncategorized LNP - Social media contributes to rise in child suicides: CCPSL
The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL) states that the use of social media has contributed to an increase in child suicides. Its chairperson,…
Uncategorized LNP - Rs. 80 million allocated to 77th Independence Day celebrations: Govt.
The government has allocated Rs. 80 million for the 77th Independence Day celebrations, Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister Dr. A.H.M.H…
Uncategorized LNP - Sri Lanka’s wild elephant deaths drop in 2024
The Department of Wildlife Conservation has reported that wild elephant deaths in the country decreased in 2024 compared to the previous year. According to the…
Uncategorized LNP - Mahinda Rajapaksa’s body should be preserved after death; Former Dy. Speaker
Former Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakshe has called for the preservation of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa's body for public display after his demise.…
Uncategorized LNP - Sri Lanka Economic Summit kicks off today
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will inaugurate the Sri Lanka Economic Summit organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce which kicks off today (28) to a…
Uncategorized LNP - Planetary parade: Rare alignment of 6 planets visible to naked eye in Sri Lanka
A rare celestial event is captivating stargazers as six planets align in a striking display, says Professor Chandana Jayaratne, Director of the Astronomy and…
Uncategorized LNP - Namal defends brother, slams govt over ‘media spectacles’
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa, the eldest son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, challenged the government to prove in…
Uncategorized LNP - Australian PM recognises new citizens including those from Sri Lanka
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recognised Australia’s new citizens including those from Sri Lanka, as Australia celebrated Australia Day on Sunday.…
Uncategorized LNP - Shammi Silva set to be re-elected as SLC chief for third term?
Incumbent Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva is set to be re-elected to the top post for his third successive two-year term during the Board’s…
Uncategorized LNP - Green chili as high as Rs. 1800 per kilo
In a fresh blow to household budgets, the price of green chili has skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, reaching as high as Rs. 1780 to Rs. 1800 per kilogram.…
Uncategorized LNP - Veteran singer Anil Bharathi passes away
Veteran Sri Lankan singer Anil Bharathi has passed away at the age of 75. He has passed away today (22) while receiving treatment at the Panadura…
Uncategorized LNP - Malinga unveils book titled ’Killer’
Sri Lanka’s legendary fast bowler Lasith Malinga unveiled his maiden book, titled 'Killer', at a grand launch event held in Colombo yesterday. The…
Uncategorized LNP - Sri Lanka Women thrash West Indies in U19WC 2025
It was a slightly improved performance from West Indies after they were beaten by nine wickets by India in their Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup opener, but it…
Uncategorized LNP - Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers will occur in Eastern, North-central and Uva provinces and in Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Hambantota districts today (21), the…
Uncategorized LNP - Mahinda Rajapaksa is ready to vacate Colombo residence at any time – Namal
The son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian, Namal Rajapaksa says his father is prepared to vacate the…
Uncategorized LNP - Govt to provide vehicles for all MPs; No more permits - Vijitha Herath
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath states that the government plans to provide vehicles for all 225 Members of…
Uncategorized LNP - CBSL identifies 21 companies engaged in prohibited schemes
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said today that it has completed investigations into various companies suspected of engaging in activities prohibited…
Uncategorized LNP - New vehicles for all MPs in the coming months: NPP MP
National People’s Power (NPP) Kurunegala District MP Dharmapriya Dissanayake said that all members of parliament will soon be provided with new vehicles.…
Uncategorized LNP - Namal criticises NPP’s change of stance on Indian, Chinese deals
While commending President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for completing successful visits to India and China, SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa expressed irony over the…
Uncategorized LNP - Electricity tariff to be reduced by 20% tonight
The electricity tariff will be reduced by 20% from midnight today, the Public Utilities Commission (PUCSL) announced today.
Uncategorized LNP - Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrives at CID
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrived at the CID a short while ago to record a statement. He reportedly arrived at the back gate of the CID. It was…
Uncategorized LNP - Australia’s United Petroleum faces challenges, eyes exit
By Charumini de Silva United Petroleum, the Australian energy giant that made a high profile-entry into Sri Lanka’s fuel retail market in August 2024, is on…
Uncategorized LNP - Sri Lanka and China agree on early conclusion of comprehensive FTA
Sri Lanka and China have agreed to work towards the early conclusion of a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in “one package” in line with the principles…