Namal condemns assault on Sri Lankan fisherman in Tamil Nadu
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has strongly condemned the brutal assault of a Sri Lankan fisherman in Tamil Nadu, describing the incident as “deeply alarming” and calling for urgent government intervention. Rajapaksa said the fisherman was attacked…
Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to multilateralism at South Centre Council
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, Sumith Dassanayake, reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s strong commitment to multilateralism during the 26th Council Meeting of the South Centre. According to the Permanent Mission of Sri…
Sri Lanka to develop National Policy on Micro-Credentials with Commonwealth of Learning
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to formulate a National Policy and Framework on Micro-Credentials in collaboration with the Commonwealth of Learning, aimed at strengthening higher education and technical and vocational training systems in Sri Lanka. According to…
Joint Opposition condemns violence against protesters outside Finance Ministry Secretary’s residence
The Joint Opposition has strongly condemned the violence unleashed against demonstrators outside the residence of Finance Ministry Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma in Pelawatte today. In a statement, the group expressed “revulsion and indignation” at the attack on peaceful protesters, who…
Sri Lanka and the Maldives to sign multiple MoUs during President Muizzu’s state visit
The government has announced that several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) will be signed during the upcoming state visit of the President of the Republic of Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, to Sri Lanka. President Muizzu will visit Sri Lanka from May…
Cabinet approves call for investment proposals to develop Colombo 10 land
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to call for investment proposals to develop a plot of land belonging to the Urban Development Authority (UDA) at Maradana Road, Colombo 10, on a 50‑year lease basis. According to the government, at the…
No for May Day: UNP replies to SJB, recalling Premadasa principles
The United National Party (UNP) has informed that it will not participate in the May Day Rally organized by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) this year, citing the coincidence of May 1 with the religious observance of the full moon…
Another financial probe launched over missing $625,000 payment to US Post
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said that an investigation is underway into another payment issue involving $625,000 remitted from Sri Lanka to the United States Postal Service, after U.S. authorities informed local officials the funds had not been received. He made the…
Four arrested in Galewela over possession of protected wildlife items
Four individuals were arrested in the Aluthwewa area under the Galewela Police Division yesterday (27) during a joint operation involving Ritigala wildlife officers, Kurunegala Assistant Director’s Office officials, Special Task Force police, and intelligence officers. According to the Department of…
Hilton Yala Resort Achieves Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026 Certification
Hilton Yala Resort has been officially certified by the Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026, reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s leading luxury hospitality destinations and a standout in the global wildlife resort segment. The Haute Grandeur Global…