We have no intention of clinging to these positions indefinitely – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that, with the beginning of the new political transformation, the youth movement in the country has transitioned from being a political pawn to a platform that cultivates competent leaders prepared to lead the nation’s future….
Nawla–Angampitiya Bridge set to Open to Public by end of 2025
Construction of the long-delayed Nawla–Angampitiya Bridge, halted midway due to the economic crisis and other factors, has resumed under the State Development & Construction Corporation (SD&CC) and is now in its final stages. The project is expected to be completed…
Sri Lanka begins AI camera project to cut long-distance bus accidents
A pilot project to reduce accidents involving long-distance buses was launched Tuesday with the participation of the private sector, introducing artificial intelligence (AI) camera systems to both state-run and private buses. Under the initiative, 40 AI cameras will be installed…
Veteran Journalist Daya Lankapura Appointed Chairman of RTI Commission
Senior journalist Daya Lankapura has been appointed as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Right to Information (RTI) Commission. The appointment, made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and approved by the Constitutional Council, marks a significant recognition of his over…
20th anniversary of Lakshman Kadirgamar’s passing: FM recalls his global impact
Statement by Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka, for the 20th anniversary of the passing of Lakshman Kadirgamar Twenty years have passed since Sri Lanka lost one of her finest sons — Hon….
Dambana Vedda Heritage Museum reopens after restoration
The centuries-old cultural heritage of Sri Lanka’s indigenous Vedda people has been given a new lease on life with the comprehensive reconstruction of the Vedda Heritage Museum in Dambana. According to the Delegation of the European Union to Sri Lanka,…
Sri Lanka to host first-ever National AI Expo & Conference in September
Sri Lanka will host its first-ever National AI Expo & Conference on September 29-30, 2025, marking a major step towards transforming the nation into an AI-powered economy. Organised by the Ministry of Digital Economy in partnership with SLT-MOBITEL, the event…
Easter attacks: Opposition following Rajapaksa playbook to hide culprits
Government spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa accused the opposition of attempting to conceal the real perpetrators of the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks, similar to what he alleged was done by the Rajapaksa administration. Addressing reporters, Jayatissa commented on the no-confidence motion…
Standing before a wild elephant, Sajith calls for nature-centred conservation strategy
In a special message in honour of World Elephant Day, marked today, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa stated that Sri Lanka’s elephant population is facing serious challenges, with elephants being systematically destroyed. Speaking in front of a wild elephant at the…
Today’s News Digest – August 12
Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read. Opposition submits NCM against…