President to reopen Kadawatha–Mirigama Expressway construction on Sep 17
Construction work on the Central Expressway section between Kadawatha and Mirigama, which has been on hold since mid-2022 due to the economic crisis, will officially resume on September 17 under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. At the same…
Middeniya chemicals confirmed for ICE production – NDDCB
The chemical stock recently unearthed in a land at Middeniya has been confirmed as material used in the production of methamphetamine (ICE). According to the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB), the finding was detailed in a report submitted to…
Indian national arrested at BIA with Rs. 85 million worth of Kush
An Indian national has been arrested while attempting to smuggle 8.542 kilograms of Kush, valued at Rs. 85 million, through the Bandaranaike International Airport. The suspect had arrived in Sri Lanka on a SriLankan Airlines flight on Saturday morning (13)…
14 Sep: Warm weather alert issued for 11 districts
The Department of Meteorology has warned that the Heat Index, or the temperature felt on the human body, is expected to reach the ‘Caution level’ in parts of the Northern, North-Central, and Eastern provinces, as well as in the Monaragala…
Asia Cup 2025 Points Table | Standings
Sri Lanka start the Asia Cup in style! A convincing win over Bangladesh! A much-needed result against them, especially in a major tournament after the setbacks against them in the 2023 & 2024 World Cups and also recent home series…
WATCH : Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh Live Streaming
Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl first against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Group B clash. WATCH in Sri Lanka https://live.sirasatv.lk/player?match=90 The post WATCH : Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh Live Streaming appeared first on Newswire.
Renovation of historic Maradana Railway Station to begin Sept. 15
Renovation work on the historic Maradana Railway Station will begin Sept. 15 under the government’s “Dream Destination” project, officials said. Maradana is the second-largest railway station in Colombo District and is considered one of the country’s most significant heritage stations….
More Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar cybercrime network
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says information has emerged that another group of Sri Lankans are being forcibly employed in cybercrime operations in Myanmar. According to reports, the group had travelled on tourist visas in search of jobs but were…
Colombo International Campus Welcomes New CEO Nishan Sembacuttiaratchy: A Leader Shaping the Future of Higher Education
Nishan Sembacuttiaratchy – CEO, Colombo International Campus Colombo International Campus (CIC) proudly announces the appointment of Nishan Sembacuttiaratchy as its new Chief Executive Officer, a milestone that strengthens CIC’s vision of becoming a premier regional hub for world class higher…
Sri Lanka Expresses Solidarity with the State of Qatar
The Deputy Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka, Arun Hemachandra, in a telephone conversation today with the State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, H.E. Sultan bin Saad bin Sultan Al Muraikhi, expressed Sri Lanka’s concerns regarding the recent strikes and…