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Discussions held to streamline Aswesuma beneficiary selection process

A special discussion was held today (28) at the Ministry of Finance aimed at improving the efficiency and accuracy of identifying and listing beneficiaries of the Aswesuma welfare programme. MORE..

Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran has said it was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz while it sorts out its leadership. MORE..

President and Mahanayake Theros discuss arrest of Buddhist monks with narcotics

A discussion on the arrest of a group of Buddhist monks at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for the possession of narcotics, the related investigations and the situation that has emerged in its aftermath, was held this afternoon (28) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..

19 monks arrested at BIA test positive for narcotics

Nineteen out of 22 Buddhist monks arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a large stock of narcotics have tested positive for drug use, according to the Judicial Medical Officer. MORE..

Travel ban imposed on five officials over USD 2.5 million cyber heist

The Criminal Investigation Department today (28) presented facts before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court regarding a controversial USD 2.5 million payment made by the Treasury, which was allegedly diverted to a fraudulent party. MORE..

Two more suspects arrested over inmate death at Colombo Magazine Prison

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the death of an inmate at the Colombo Magazine Prison. MORE..

‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ draws to a close

The internationally recognized “Ehipassiko” peace walk, led by Venerable Pannakara Thero and a group of monks visiting from the United States, drew to a close at the Independence Square in Colombo this evening (28). MORE..

Tourist arrivals in April top 110,000

A total of 117,893 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in April, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..

UAE announces May 1 exit from OPEC and OPEC+

The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on May 1, the UAE’s state news agency WAM said. MORE..

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Memorial services to be held across Sri Lanka tomorrow to remember 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims (English)

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President appoints new Energy Minister; Cabinet responsible for substandard coal imports –Opposition (English)

No corruption during coal procurement: Dy Minister | Opposition says govt. safeguarding wrongdoers (English)

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Public representatives comment on resignation of Energy Minister (English)

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CPC denies purchasing crude oil at $286 per barrel (English)

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz as Trump says US blockade will continue (English)

Imported coal was substandard, but no fraud occured - Minister Vijitha Herath (English)

Fuel prices may be adjusted amid global market fluctuations as govt absorbs import costs - Minister (English)

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Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers

Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers

China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8

Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16

Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16

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Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals

Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals

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David Attenborough centenary celebrations start with closer look at ‘Life on Earth’

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood

Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns

Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns

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SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee decide to step down

SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee decide to step down

Sri Lanka set to play tri-series with England in Pakistan ahead of World Cup

Former All Blacks Captain Kieran Read arrives in Sri Lanka

Asian Games years could be moved in shake-up: Report

New Zealanders edge past Sri Lanka Tuskers 27-16 in Colombo