Mainly fair weather over most parts of Sri Lanka today
Mainly fair weather will prevail over most parts of Sri Lanka today, while a few showers may occur in the coastal areas of the Western Province in the morning. According to the Department of Meteorology, showers or thundershowers are likely…
Sri Lanka to Host 60th Anniversary of World Buddhist Sangha Council in November
Sri Lanka will host the 60th anniversary celebration of the World Buddhist Sangha Council and the second executive committee meeting of its 11th General Assembly from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2. A special discussion on organizing the international event was…
Sri Lanka police probe death threats against public security minister
Sri Lanka’s police said they are investigating alleged death threats against the country’s public security minister and his deputy, reportedly linked to a stepped-up crackdown on drug trafficking. Police said the threats were directed at Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala…
Indian Envoy holds Talks with Former President Ranil
The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka said High Commissioner Santosh Jha paid a courtesy call on former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. In a post on X, the High Commission said discussions focused on Sri Lanka’s evolving political and economic landscape….
Dasun Shanaka urges government action over rising negativity
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has called for government intervention to address what he described as a growing culture of negativity surrounding the national cricket team, warning that it is damaging players’ mental health and the future of the sport….
Police seek public assistance to arrest suspect over Kalutara North shooting
Sri Lanka Police have sought public assistance to apprehend a suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in the Kalutara North Police Division earlier this month. In a statement issued by the Police Media Division, investigations…
Central Bank declares 24 companies and Apps as prohibited Pyramid Schemes
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced that it has determined several companies and apps to be prohibited pyramid schemes under Section 83C of the Banking Act, No. 30 of 1988, as amended. Following investigations, the CBSL confirmed…
Sri Lanka, Portugal to form committee on repatriation of colonial-era artefacts
Sri Lanka and Portugal have agreed to establish a joint committee to study the repatriation of ancient artefacts taken from the island during the Portuguese colonial period. The agreement was reached during a bilateral discussion between Sri Lankan Foreign Minister…
CEB Trade Unions to launch 06-hour token strike tomorrow
Trade unions of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) are scheduled to launch a token strike tomorrow (26 Feb), as there has been no response to their demands. Accordingly, the unions announced that a six-hour token strike will be carried out…
Indian Navy’s INS Tarangini to visit Trincomalee and Colombo to provide training
Sail Training Ship INS Tarangini of the Indian Navy will arrive at Trincomalee on Friday (27 Feb), beginning a goodwill and training visit that will continue until 02 March. The ship will then call at Colombo from 06–09 March, providing…