SLBFE arrests suspects over fake Canada & Switzerland job offers
Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) Special Investigations Unit has arrested two individuals over separate foreign job scams involving more than Rs. 69 million, following complaints from victims who were promised overseas employment. In the first incident, a retired…
Probe Launched into Removal of Signboards at Archaeological Sites in Batticaloa
An investigation has been launched into the removal of several signboards guiding visitors to archaeological sites in Batticaloa, Minister of Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Dr. Hiniduma Sunil Senewi said. Issuing a special statement, the Minister said the Department…
Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025/26 – Points Table
Pakistan qualified for the finals of the Tri-Series after beating Zimbabwe by 69 runs. The post Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025/26 – Points Table appeared first on Newswire.
Pilot Project to Enable Bus Ticket Purchases via Bank Cards Launches from Monday
Sri Lanka will introduce bank card payments for bus ticket purchases from tomorrow, marking a key step in modernising the country’s public transport system. The inaugural ceremony for the new payment facility will be held tomorrow morning at the Makumbura…
Construction Launched for Rs.170 Mn Jaffna Indoor Stadium
Construction of the first-ever indoor stadium in the Jaffna District commenced today (Nov. 23) under the patronage of the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage, marking a major step in strengthening sports infrastructure in Sri Lanka’s Northern…
Israel has violated Gaza truce nearly 500 times in 44 days, killed hundreds
Israel has violated the United States-brokered Gaza ceasefire at least 497 times in 44 days, killing hundreds of Palestinians since the ceasefire came into effect on 10 October, according to the Gaza Government Media Office. Some 342 civilians have been…
Sri Lanka likely to play six T20Is in January as World Cup preparation
Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly lined up six T20 Internationals in January 2026 as part of its preparations for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, according to an Expression of Interest (EOI) issued for terrestrial television broadcasting rights. The matches…
CID Complaint Over A/L Paper Leak Claims
The Department of Examinations has lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to investigate reports claiming that the Economics question paper of this year’s G.C.E. Advanced Level examination was leaked prior to the exam. Ada Derana reported the…
Advisory for Severe Lightning : Alert for 13 districts
Advisory for Severe Lightning Issued at 12.00 noon. 23 November 2025 valid for the period until 11.30 p.m. 23 November 2025 The post Advisory for Severe Lightning : Alert for 13 districts appeared first on Newswire.
Govt set to Roll Out Incentives for High-Productivity Enterprises
The Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development held an awareness program in Colombo on 18 November, chaired by Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe. The event aimed to educate the private sector about the upcoming National Productivity Awards Competition. This competition is…