7 key education stats: Sri Lanka’s PhD holders rise to 11,757
Sri Lanka has recorded a rise in the number of PhD holders, alongside a broader shift towards higher educational attainment over the past decade, according to the latest data on the population aged 25 and above in the Census of…
South Africa appoints Meyer as US ambassador amid strained ties
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician Roelf Meyer as the country’s ambassador to the United States, amid strained relations with the administration of Donald Trump. The appointment was confirmed by presidential spokesman Vincent Magwenya, who said Meyer’s…
‘Aloka’ to travel in-cabin for Sri Lanka’s ‘Walk for Peace’
The dog named “Aloka,” which has drawn public attention in connection with the upcoming “Walk for Peace,” will travel in the passenger cabin on a flight to Sri Lanka. Aloka has been granted permission to travel inside the cabin rather…
Deduru Oya drowning: Two dead, six missing
Two bodies have been recovered, while two others have been admitted to hospital and six persons remain missing after a group of 15 went bathing in the Deduru Oya in Nikaweratiya, within the Kobeigane Police Division, Police said. The deceased…
Trump: Israel, Lebanon Agree to 10-Day Ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said, following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, according to foreign media. Trump said he will invite both…
Iran war: US ready to attack if no Iran deal reached
Pentagon chief Hegseth has warned that US forces are ready to restart combat if Iran rejects a deal. Meanwhile, Iranian state media reported that Pakistan’s army chief has met parliament speaker Ghalibaf. If Iran doesn’t agree to a deal, “bombs…
Bus and train services ramped up after the New Year holidays
Bus and train services across the island are being increased from Thursday (16) as transport operations return to normal following the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays. The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association said private bus operations will run at…
Three drown in Deduru Oya, search on for missing persons
Three people have died after drowning in the Deduru Oya in the Kobeygane area. The victims were among a group of around 10 individuals who had gone to bathe in the river on Thursday (16). Police said two others who…
HSBC CEO’s $286 oil claim: Sri Lanka CPC denies, warns of legal action
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has rejected claims that Sri Lanka paid $286 per barrel for crude oil and said it intends to pursue legal action over reports it described as inaccurate. Issuing a statement, the CPC Chairman said the…
SriLankan Airlines suspends Bangkok Country Manager after clash with crew
SriLankan Airlines has suspended its Country Manager in Bangkok following a physical altercation with flight crew and a station manager at the city’s main international airport. In a statement issued today (16), the airline said the incident took place on…