Foreign embassies see Namal as next president : Johnston
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) member Johnston Fernando claimed that several foreign embassies in Sri Lanka have identified Namal Rajapaksa as the country’s next president. Speaking at an event in Ratnapura, Fernando said public discussions, particularly at the village level,…
Jobs in Japan for Sri Lankans : New update
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) is taking steps to enhance the language proficiency and training of Sri Lankans seeking employment in Japan, aiming to improve the overall quality of the workforce, SLBFE General Manager D.D.P. Senanayake said….
Mahishini Colonne presents credentials to Indian President
Sri Lanka’s newly appointed High Commissioner-designate to India, Mahishini Colonne, presented her credentials to Indian President, Droupadi Murmu, today. She presented her credentials at a ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Mahishini Colonne was appointed to the post by President…
Namal Rajapaksa granted bail
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa, against whom an arrest warrant was issued yesterday, has been granted bail. MP Namal Rajapaksa was granted bail after appearing before the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court today. He is reported to have appeared…
Elephant Safety : Railways alters train schedules, adds safety measures
Deputy Minister of Transport Prasanna Gunasena says several measures are being taken to minimise elephant-train collisions, even if it results in a loss for Sri Lanka Railways. Addressing the media, Deputy Minister Gunasena said the train schedule of the Batticaloa…
Triangular T20 Tournament to Finalise T20 Squad for Zimbabwe & Asia Cup
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will conduct an Domestic T20 triangular tournament starting August 7, following the postponement of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) that was initially scheduled for this month. With the LPL pushed back and no international fixtures until…
“We value Maldivians who consider Sri Lanka their second home”
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake affirmed that Sri Lanka and the Maldives will not only remain close friends but will also advance as partners united by a common vision and purpose. He made these remarks after attending a special dinner hosted…
Global Tiger Day 2025: A Roar for Conservation
July 29, 2025 marks Global Tiger Day also known as International Tiger Day an annual global observance dedicated to raising awareness about tiger conservation. The tradition began in 2010, when leaders from the 13 tiger‑range countries gathered at the Saint Petersburg Tiger…
Namal arrives from Maldives, leaves Airport
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa, against whom an arrest warrant was issued yesterday, has arrived in Sri Lanka. It is reported that MP Rajapaksa arrived from the Maldives and was seen leaving the Katunayake Airport. The Hambantota Magistrate’s…
No threat to Sri Lanka from 6.6 magnitude earthquake in Bay of Bengal
The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau says there is no impact to Sri Lanka due to the 6.6 magnitude earthquake that struck near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands early this morning (29). Addressing the media today, Director General of the…