General Sri Lanka Gives Green Light to Landmark Education Reforms
Cabinet Endorses Major Overhaul of Education System Sri Lanka has taken a significant step forward in transforming its education landscape, with the government…
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General Hundreds Detained in Delhi as Youth-Led 'Cockroach' Party Protests Over Electoral Reforms
Mass Detentions as Youth Movement Takes to Delhi Streets Hundreds of protesters, including senior leaders of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), have…
General Sri Lanka's Universities Face Academic Exodus as Lecturers Abandon Posts
Sri Lanka's higher education sector is facing a deepening crisis as university lecturers across the country are leaving their positions, raising serious…
General Sri Lankan Ambassador Pays Prison Visit to Meet Detained National Anojan
Sri Lanka's Ambassador has visited a prison facility to meet with a Sri Lankan national identified as Anojan, who is currently being held in detention,…
General Stranded at Sea and Under Sanctions: Sri Lanka Caught in a Difficult Bind Over Iranian Oil Tankers
Sri Lanka finds itself navigating treacherous diplomatic waters as it grapples with a deeply uncomfortable dilemma — what to do when vessels connected to Iran,…
General Sri Lanka Army Honours 12 Schools for Outstanding Contribution to Military Service
The Sri Lanka Army has formally recognised 12 schools across the island for their exceptional contribution to the nation's armed forces, honouring those…
General Motor Traffic Department Launches Dedicated Unit to Catch Smoke-Belching Vehicles on Sri Lankan Roads
Sri Lanka's Department of Motor Traffic is taking a firm step towards cleaner air by establishing a dedicated photographic unit specifically tasked with…
General Sri Lanka and China Strengthen Ties with Eye on Landmark 2027 Milestones
Sri Lanka and China have engaged in fresh discussions on deepening bilateral cooperation, with both nations setting their sights on significant anniversaries…
General China's Sungrow Powers Sri Lanka's Largest Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage System for WKV
Sri Lanka has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey, with Chinese clean energy giant Sungrow supplying the technology behind what is…
General Montana Governor Holds Talks with Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister of Defence
Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister of Defence recently hosted Montana Governor Greg Gianforte for a high-level bilateral meeting, underscoring the growing diplomatic…
General Interdicted Sri Lankan Parliamentary Official Kularatne Honoured at Mexican Parliament
A senior Sri Lankan parliamentary official who has been interdicted from duties has received a special recognition at the Mexican Parliament, raising eyebrows…
General Piliyandala Bus Driver Arrested After Allegedly Ramming Metro Bus in Deliberate Attack
A 44-year-old bus driver has been taken into custody by Piliyandala Police following allegations that he deliberately drove his vehicle into a Metro bus,…
General Sri Lankan Death Row Prisoner in Saudi Arabia Critically Injured, Family Desperate for Help
A Sri Lankan national currently on death row in Saudi Arabia has suffered serious injuries, with his family warning that his life is in immediate danger,…
General Musk Mocks Ambani as 'Prime Minister', Accuses Reliance Chief of Blocking Starlink's India Entry
Tech Billionaire Fires Public Salvo at India's Richest Man Tesla and SpaceX chief executive Elon Musk has taken aim at Indian business magnate Mukesh Ambani in…
General Moratuwa District Judge Dismissed After Baby Elephant Case Disciplinary Inquiry
Former Moratuwa District Judge Thilina Gamage has been permanently removed from judicial service following the conclusion of a disciplinary inquiry that found…
General Indian Police Detain 'Cockroach' Movement Chief Ahead of Major New Delhi Rally
Indian authorities have moved swiftly to suppress a growing protest movement in New Delhi, arresting the leader of a group known as the "Cockroach" movement…
General Man Killed in Sharp Weapon Attack Near Colombo Port City Workers' Quarters
A man has lost his life following a violent confrontation between two groups near the workers' accommodation facilities at Colombo Port City, police confirmed.…
General Two South Asians Including Sri Lankan Nabbed in Kuwait Drug and Crime Crackdown
Kuwaiti authorities have arrested a Sri Lankan national and a Bangladeshi citizen in connection with drug trafficking and other illegal activities, according…
General Opposition Reminds NPP Government of National Responsibilities Following US Warship's Colombo Departure
Political pressure has mounted on Sri Lanka's National People's Power (NPP) government following the departure of a United States naval warship from the Port…
General Indian Parliamentary Committee Calls for Stronger Sri Lanka Relations and End to Fishermen's Standoff
An Indian parliamentary standing committee has urged the government in New Delhi to take decisive steps to strengthen bilateral ties with Sri Lanka, while…
General Sri Lanka Unveils Sweeping Education Reforms Including Unified University Application System
Sri Lanka's government has announced three landmark developments as part of a broad education reform drive, with plans that include the introduction of a…
General Maldives Puts a $20 Billion Question on Sri Lanka's Table
The Maldives has raised a significant financial question directed at Sri Lanka, centred on a staggering sum of $20 billion, placing both island nations at the…
General Keells Makes MasterChef Recipes Instantly Shoppable for Sri Lankan Home Cooks
Sri Lankan supermarket giant Keells has unveiled a new initiative that bridges the gap between television inspiration and the kitchen, allowing MasterChef…
General Met Department Warns of Island-Wide Showers and Thunderstorms This Afternoon
The Department of Meteorology has issued its weather forecast for Saturday, 10 October 2026, cautioning the public to expect widespread rainfall across much of…