UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka’s adoption of Global Charter for Child Care reforms
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has welcomed the Cabinet’s recent approval of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms, which it described as a landmark decision that strengthens protection for children and builds momentum for Sri Lanka’s existing Alternative…
Govt ‘asleep’ over Rs. 800 million loss – Namal
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has alleged that more than Rs. 800 million has been lost due to financial irregularities, claiming that the President, Finance Ministry officials, and the Central Bank have failed to act. Speaking to…
Police warn of tough action over illegal drone imports
The Sri Lanka Police say tough measures are being introduced to regulate the import, sale, repair, and operation of drones amid growing national security concerns. The Police said directives have been issued to all police stations islandwide to closely monitor…
Emirates Group pays 20-week salary bonus as airline posts record earnings
Emirates Group has surprised employees with a 20-week salary bonus on the back of record profits, far exceeding the 13-week payout initially linked to performance targets. In a deeply emotional message to its employees, seen by Khaleej Times, Sheikh Ahmed…
St. Aloysius’ Ready for a Strong 2026 Rugby Season with New Jersey Launch
St. Aloysius’ College, Galle officially launched its 2026 school rugby season on Wednesday, May 6, with the unveiling of the team’s new jersey at a special ceremony held at the school auditorium. The event marked the beginning of another promising…
Four Deniyaya schools closed tomorrow amid fever outbreak
Four schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone will be closed tomorrow (May 8) following a rapidly spreading fever condition among schoolchildren, it was reported. Zonal Education Director Nishaka Hettiarachchi said the decision was taken on the recommendation of health authorities…
Vietnam President’s state visit : Details announced
President of Vietnam and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit. The state visit by the President of Vietnam is…
21 statements recorded in USD 2.5 million Treasury cyber theft probe: Minister
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala informed Parliament today that statements have been recorded from 21 individuals in connection with the USD 2.5 million cyber theft at the Treasury. He said a complaint has been filed with the Criminal Investigations…
Opportunity for public to name two lion cubs at Dehiwala Zoo
The Dehiwala Zoological Gardens has called on the public to suggest names for two lion cubs at the zoo. According to Veterinarian Deepika Sonnadara, attached to the Zoo, the public visiting the zoo will be provided with an opportunity to…
South Korea introduces humanoid robot as Buddhist monk in religious ceremony
In a first for South Korea, a humanoid robot named Gabi has been introduced as a Buddhist monk, offering a glimpse into how technology and tradition are beginning to intersect. According to Reuters, Gabi made its debut at Jogye Temple…