High cost of living: Thousands rally in Malaysia, demanding PM Anwar’s resignation
Thousands of people rallied in the Malaysian capital on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as public discontent grows over rising living costs and allegations of failing to deliver promised reforms. Protesters – mostly wearing black…
65 persons apprehended for engaging in illegal fishing
In separate operations conducted by the Navy from 09 to 22 Jul 25, sixty – five (65) individuals involved in various illegal fishing activities were apprehended in multiple locations across the island. The operations also made way for the seizure…
Sri Lanka to Offer One-Year Visa for Maldivians from August 1
In a move aimed at enhancing regional tourism and economic ties, the Sri Lankan government will grant one-year visas for Maldivian nationals starting from August 1, 2025, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath announced yesterday. Speaking at a tourism-related exhibition in Colombo,…
“Only the fence is in question” – Minister on Dudley’s hotel
Minister of Agriculture K. D. Lalkantha has reiterated the government’s commitment to removing unauthorized structures from tank reserves. Speaking at an event in Monaragala, the minister addressed speculation regarding a hotel owned by businessman Dudley Sirisena in Polonnaruwa. “We have…
Sri Lanka’s Apparel Exports Up 5.2% in June 2025, Driven by EU and UK Growth
Sri Lanka’s apparel exports grew by 5.2% in June 2025 compared to the same month last year, with notable gains in the EU (+23.1%) and UK (+20.4%) markets, offsetting declines in the USA (-5.7%) and other regions (-9.3%). For…
Millionaire’s Son & Australia returnee Arrested for Series of Handbag & Phone Thefts
Two young men, including the son of a millionaire businessman from Panadura, have been arrested by the Piliyandala Police for allegedly snatching women’s handbags and mobile phones across several areas in Colombo. One suspect had recently returned from Australia for…
Cambodia–Thailand fighting : Statement from Sri Lanka
Media Release The Government of Sri Lanka is concerned over the recent incidents along the Cambodia–Thailand border, which has resulted in the loss of life, displacement of civilians and damage to culturally significant sites. As a nation guided by the…
Five suspects arrested over Homagama murder case
Police have arrested five suspects in connection with the murder of a man whose body was found dumped along the Homagama bypass road on July 10, 2025. Investigations revealed that the victim, a resident of Colombo 13, was killed by…
Strong winds : Alert for 11 districts
Strong winds of about (50-55) kmph can be expected at times over Western slopes of the central hills and in Northern, North-central, and Central provinces and in Puttalam, Trincomalee, and Hambantota districts due to the active south-west monsoonal condition. Fairly…
Japan grants JPY 332 million for public sector scholarship project
The Government of Japan has extended a grant aid of JPY 332 million for the Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) project. This initiative aims to train young, promising administrative officers in the Sri Lankan public sector by offering them postgraduate…