Modi and Dissanayake discuss maritime, regional security and fishermen issue
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Sampur Solar Power Plant, Multi-product Pipeline, and Trincomalee Energy Hub will benefit all Sri Lankans, and that the interconnectivity agreement will enable Sri Lanka to export electricity. MORE..
- Sri Lanka honours Indian PM Modi with ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ Award
- Modi and Dissanayake discuss maritime, regional security and fishermen issue
- Sri Lanka sends military team to assist Myanmar’s earthquake victims
- Over 700kg of heroin and ‘Ice’ seized in seas off western coast
- India, Sri Lanka sign landmark defence pact during Modi’s visit
- Modi meets Sajith in Colombo
- Modi meets delegation of Tamil leaders in Sri Lanka
- Modi says multi-product pipeline, Trinco energy hub will benefit Sri Lanka
- BASL voices concern over death of youth in Welikada police custody
- PM Narendra Modi meets Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup heroes in Colombo
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PM Narendra Modi meets Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup heroes in Colombo
During his official visit to Colombo, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, had the opportunity to engage with members of the iconic 1996 Sri Lankan cricket team, which secured the nation’s historic victory in the ICC Cricket World Cup that year. MORE..
BASL voices concern over death of youth in Welikada police custody
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed grave concern over the death of a youth while in the custody of the Welikada Police in the early hours of April 02, 2025. MORE..
Modi says multi-product pipeline, Trinco energy hub will benefit Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that the agreement reached to build a multi-product pipeline and to develop Trincomalee as an energy hub will benefit the people of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Modi meets delegation of Tamil leaders in Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met a delegation of Tamil political party representatives in Colombo, during his ongoing visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Modi meets Sajith in Colombo
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa in Colombo, during his official state visit to the island. MORE..
India, Sri Lanka sign landmark defence pact during Modi’s visit
In a significant step towards bolstering bilateral ties, India and Sri Lanka on Saturday signed a landmark defence cooperation agreement following high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Over 700kg of heroin and ‘Ice’ seized in seas off western coast
A large consignment of narcotics, consisting of over 700 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (ICE), was seized during an operation in the seas off the western coast today (05), according to the Sri Lanka Navy. MORE..
Sri Lanka sends military team to assist Myanmar’s earthquake victims
A team of Sri Lankan tri-forces personnel, including medical staff, departed for Myanmar on a special flight on Saturday to provide relief assistance to earthquake victims, the Defence Ministry said. MORE..
Sri Lanka honours Indian PM Modi with ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ Award
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with the ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ award, the highest award to a foreign head of state, by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a ceremony held at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo today (05). MORE..
PM Modi’s visit: India and Sri Lanka sign several MoUs
Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were exchanged between India and Sri Lanka in the areas of power, energy, health, economics, IT, digital transformation, and defense cooperation, during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing visit. MORE..
PM Modi and President AKD virtually launch multiple Indo-Lanka projects
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today virtually witnessed the commencement of several key Indo-Lanka joint projects. MORE..
President Dissanayake and Indian PM Modi hold high-level bilateral talks
The high-level Indo-Lanka bilateral discussions, with the participation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake along with their respective delegations, were held at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, a short while ago. MORE..
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April 5, 2025 12:16 pm
Court order issued against planned protest by FSP and IUSF
Sri Lanka Police have obtained a court order from the Fort Magistrate’s Court against the planned protest by the Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) and the Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF) today. MORE..
Updated traffic plan issued for today due to Indian PM Modi’s visit
The Sri Lanka Police have issued an updated statement regarding road closures in and around Colombo today (April 5), in line with the special traffic plan implemented for the ongoing state visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. MORE..
Grand ceremonial reception for Indian PM Narendra Modi commences
The official welcoming ceremony for the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, who arrived in Sri Lanka last night (April 4) for a three-day state visit, is currently underway at Independence Square in Colombo. MORE..
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April 5, 2025 9:04 am
BASL voices concern over death of youth in Welikada police custody
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed grave concern over the death of a youth while in the custody of the Welikada Police in the early hours of April 02, 2025. MORE..
Modi says multi-product pipeline, Trinco energy hub will benefit Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that the agreement reached to build a multi-product pipeline and to develop Trincomalee as an energy hub will benefit the people of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Modi meets delegation of Tamil leaders in Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met a delegation of Tamil political party representatives in Colombo, during his ongoing visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Modi meets Sajith in Colombo
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa in Colombo, during his official state visit to the island. MORE..
India, Sri Lanka sign landmark defence pact during Modi’s visit
In a significant step towards bolstering bilateral ties, India and Sri Lanka on Saturday signed a landmark defence cooperation agreement following high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Over 700kg of heroin and ‘Ice’ seized in seas off western coast
A large consignment of narcotics, consisting of over 700 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (ICE), was seized during an operation in the seas off the western coast today (05), according to the Sri Lanka Navy. MORE..
Sri Lanka sends military team to assist Myanmar’s earthquake victims
A team of Sri Lankan tri-forces personnel, including medical staff, departed for Myanmar on a special flight on Saturday to provide relief assistance to earthquake victims, the Defence Ministry said. MORE..
Sri Lanka honours Indian PM Modi with ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ Award
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with the ‘Mithra Vibhushana’ award, the highest award to a foreign head of state, by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a ceremony held at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo today (05). MORE..
PM Modi’s visit: India and Sri Lanka sign several MoUs
Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were exchanged between India and Sri Lanka in the areas of power, energy, health, economics, IT, digital transformation, and defense cooperation, during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing visit. MORE..
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Five major changes coming to iPhone 17 in 2025
Apple’s next iPhone is expected to be a significant upgrade over more than six generations, bringing a design overhaul. Reports are rife that the iPhone 17 will feature a new camera design, thinner and smoother displays, and better software capabilities for photography, navigation, and artificial intelligence. MORE..
TikTok bidders pile up as deadline looms with Amazon, OnlyFans founder in mix
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Fire at Tesla dealership near Rome destroys 17 cars
Fire at Tesla dealership near Rome destroys 17 cars
At least 17 Tesla cars were destroyed after a fire broke out at a dealership on the outskirts of Rome on Monday morning, according to Italian fire officials. No one was at the dealership when the fire broke out and no injuries have been reported. MORE..
Apple plans to add ‘AI doctor’ to iPhone’s Health app
Apple plans to add ‘AI doctor’ to iPhone’s Health app
Apple seems to betting big on the artificial intelligence once again with plans to completely revamp its Health app and add an ‘AI doctor’ like service within it, according to a report by Bloomberg. MORE..
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Call of Duty maker defends gaming’s impact on young men
A developer behind titles in the Call of Duty (CoD) series has defended the effect of video games on young men. MORE..
‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Family Guy’ renewed for four seasons at Fox
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Animated television sitcoms “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” and “Bob’s Burgers” have been renewed for four more seasons on Fox, Fox Entertainment said on Wednesday. MORE..
ASTRO, SEVENTEEN, other K-pop stars to release tribute song for Moonbin
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A new tribute song dedicated to the late Moonbin of ASTRO will be released next month, his agency Fantagio announced on March 28th KST. MORE..
Val Kilmer, film star known for ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Batman Forever’ and ‘Tombstone,’ dead at 65
Val Kilmer, film star known for ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Batman Forever’ and ‘Tombstone,’ dead at 65
Val Kilmer, a movie star in the 1980s and ‘90s who played everything from Batman to Doc Holliday, died on Tuesday, according to his daughter Mercedes Kilmer, who released a statement to the New York Times and the Associated Press. He was 65. MORE..
Sports
SLC President Shammi Silva replaced as ACC Chair
President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Shammi Silva has been replaced by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi as the President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). MORE..
Mourinho accused of ‘physically attacking’ Galatasaray boss
Galatasaray have accused Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho of “physically attacking” their manager Okan Buruk after he appeared to grab his nose following a fiery derby in the Turkish Cup. MORE..
Shammi Silva appointed to three ICC committees
Shammi Silva, who was recently re-elected uncontested as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for the fourth consecutive term, has been appointed to three key committees of the International Cricket Council (ICC). MORE..
Shammi Silva elected SLC Chairman for 4th time
Shammi Silva has been elected uncontested as Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), for the fourth time. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Ransilu Jayathilake wins Gold at Asia Pacific Powerlifting Championships
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has secured the gold medal in the 120 kg weight class at the 2025 Asia Pacific Powerlifting Championships held in Australia. MORE..
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