General Sri Lanka Denies Presence of Iranian Vessels in Its Waters
Sri Lanka has officially clarified that there are no Iranian ships currently operating within its territorial waters, dismissing circulating claims to the…
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General Israel Orders British Consulate in East Jerusalem to Shut Down Within 30 Days
Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Israel Moves to Close UK Consular Post Israel has issued a formal notification to the British consulate operating in occupied East…
General Indian National Killed in Sri Lanka Prison Riot Laid to Rest Under Heavy Police Guard
An Indian national who lost his life during a violent riot at a Sri Lankan prison has been buried under strict police protection, as authorities moved swiftly…
General World Marks International Day to Protect Education from Attack
A Global Call to Safeguard the Right to Learn Today, the world observes the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, a United Nations-designated day…
General India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Pledges Joint Security Cooperation in Meeting with Sri Lankan President
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, reaffirming New Delhi's commitment to working closely with…
General Brent Crude Edges Toward $100 Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions
Global oil prices surged close to the psychologically significant $100-per-barrel mark on Wednesday, a level not seen since July, as fresh military strikes in…
General UK Aviation Chaos: Thousands Stranded as Air Traffic Control System Fails
Major Disruption Hits British Airports More than 1,000 flights were cancelled across the United Kingdom following a significant technical failure in the…
General Lankan MP Calls on Parliament to Urgently Pass Under-16 Social Media Ban
Musthapha Sounds Alarm Over Children's Online Safety Member of Parliament Faiszer Musthapha has called on Parliament to accelerate the passage of legislation…
General Sahasdhanavi Power Project Seals BOI Deal Worth Over US$ 291 Million in Major Energy Investment
Sri Lanka's energy sector has received a significant boost with the Sahasdhanavi Power Project formally securing an agreement with the Board of Investment…
General Trump Claims the Moon Belongs to America — But History Tells a More Complex Story
A Bold Claim From the White House United States President Donald Trump has once again stirred global conversation with a striking declaration — that the Moon…
General Sri Lanka's National Business Facilitation Centre: A Once-in-a-Generation Economic Opportunity
A Landmark Decision Hidden in Plain Sight The Cabinet announcement of 24 August may have appeared, at first glance, to be just another routine administrative…
General Colombo Marathon 2026 Set to Unite Over 5,000 Runners at Iconic Galle Face Green
One of Sri Lanka's most anticipated sporting events is gearing up for a landmark edition, with more than 5,000 athletes expected to converge on Colombo for the…
General Two Suspects Nabbed in Connection With Murder of Young Man in Thalathuoya
Police in Thalathuoya have taken two individuals into custody following the murder of a 29-year-old man from the Bawlana area, authorities confirmed. The…
General Five Dead as Malaysia's 'Flying Doctor' Helicopter Crashes in Tragic Accident
A helicopter operated as part of Malaysia's renowned "flying doctor" medical service crashed on Tuesday, claiming the lives of five people, including members…
General Underworld Suspect 'Konda Ranji' Nabbed by CID Following Deportation from Dubai
A suspected underworld figure known as "Konda Ranji" has been taken into custody by Sri Lanka's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) following his…
General Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2026 to Chart Path Toward a More Resilient Economy
Sri Lanka is set to host the Economic and Investment Summit 2026, a landmark gathering that will bring together policymakers, investors, and economic experts…
General Sri Lanka's Israeli Tourist Dilemma: Balancing Sovereignty, Law, and Economic Interest
A Complex Question With No Easy Answers The presence of long-term Israeli tourists in Sri Lanka has sparked a significant national conversation — one that…
General Justice Minister Nanayakkara Dismisses CLA as Unrecognised Private Body in Parliament
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara fired back at the Commonwealth Lawyers' Association (CLA) in Parliament on Wednesday, challenging the organisation's…
General Sri Lanka's Watersheds Were Crumbling Long Before the Drought Crisis Hit
A Fragile Foundation: The State of Sri Lanka's Watersheds Long before the island nation began grappling with the devastating effects of drought, Sri Lanka's…
General Sri Lanka Resumes Haiti Peacekeeping Mission Amid Concerns Over Absence of Vetting System
Sri Lankan peacekeepers have returned to Haiti as part of international stabilisation efforts, but a critical gap remains — no formal vetting system is in…
General Sri Lanka Tells UN That 22nd Amendment Aims to Bolster Judicial Independence
The Sri Lankan government has informed the United Nations that a package of judicial reforms, including the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, forms…
General Sri Lanka and Thailand Set to Formalise Labour and Employment Partnership with Bilateral Agreements
Historic Workforce Agreement on the Horizon Sri Lanka and Thailand are preparing to sign bilateral agreements covering labour and employment, marking a…
General Sri Lanka Police Launch WhatsApp Video Helpline to Serve Hearing-Impaired Citizens
Sri Lanka Police have announced the launch of a dedicated WhatsApp video call service designed to provide emergency assistance to members of the…
General Sri Lanka's Booming Luxury Property Market Faces Serious Regulatory Gaps
High-End Real Estate Surges While Oversight Struggles to Keep Pace Sri Lanka's luxury property sector is experiencing a remarkable period of growth, with…