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Sri Lanka reports 35 malaria cases so far this year

Sri Lanka reports 35 malaria cases so far this year

Sri Lanka launches GIS-based rubber land mapping program

The Rubber Development Department and the Survey Department of Sri Lanka have jointly initiated a rubber land mapping program utilizing innovative Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. MORE..

PM Harini returns after concluding visit to India

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has returned to Sri Lanka after completing an official diplomatic visit to India. MORE..

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes

Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said Sunday. It follows more than a week of fighting that has killed dozens of people and injured hundreds. MORE..

Re-scrutinized results of 2025 Scholarship Exam released

The re-scrutinized results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, have been released online, according to the Department of Examinations. MORE..

Few showers expected in parts of the island today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m, today (19), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

Sri Lanka to seek Interpol Red Notices for athletes who fled 2022 C’wealth Games

Sri Lanka will seek Interpol red notices for the arrest of athletes who fled the 2022 Commonwealth Games village in Birmingham and failed to return home, a court was informed. MORE..

Fishermen issue requires sensitive handling and sustainable solutions, says PM Harini in India

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya highlighted Colombo’s concern over Indian fishermen venturing into the island nation’s waters, even as she pitched her country as a “complimentary” partner for India’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision. MORE..

Parliament to debate drug price regulations next week

Parliament is scheduled to debate the regulations pertaining to the control of drug prices on 21 October 2025. MORE..

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Police obtain 90-day detention order on ‘Ishara Sewwandi’

The Ministry of Defence has granted permission for the police to detain and interrogate ‘Ishara Sewwandi’ for 90 days. MORE..

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Key takeaways as IMF-WB Annual Meetings 2025 wrap up in Washington (English)

Key takeaways as IMF-WB Annual Meetings 2025 wrap up in Washington (English)

Police officer arrested for withholding information on Ishara Sewwandi's whereabouts (English)

World demands socially acceptable means of food production - Labour Minister (English)

Coastal surveillance operations imperative to combat drug menace - President Anura Kumara

Global Economy Resilient Despite Policy Shifts IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva

Sri Lanka's fiscal consolidation must be consistent with political feasibility - IMF Deputy Director (English)

Indian PM Modi holds bilateral discussions with Sri Lankan PM Harini (English)

President convenes National Operations Council for 'Ratama Ekata' anti-drug program for first time (English)

SC dismisses petitions challenging India-Sri Lanka Digital ID MoU (English)

Sri Lanka must stay the course, reforms remain crucial: IMF stresses in Washington DC (English)

Former Director of State Engineering Corporation arrested on corruption charge (English)

PM Harini lands in New Delhi for maiden visit to India after assuming office (English)

Low taxes and inequitable policies deepened Sri Lanka's economic crisis - HRW (English)

IMF launches World Economic Outlook & Financial Stability Report, Sri Lanka in focus (English)

Technology

Nvidia unveils first Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC in US

Nvidia unveils first Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC in US

BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues

BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues

Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit

Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit

Samsung Electronics shares hit record high

Samsung Electronics shares hit record high

Entertainment

David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner

David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner

Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses

Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51

Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51

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2025 Asia Rugby Sevens Series: Sri Lanka thrash China to qualify for semi-final

2025 Asia Rugby Sevens Series: Sri Lanka thrash China to qualify for semi-final

Zimbabwe replaces Afghanistan in Pakistan’s T20I tri-series featuring Sri Lanka

2025 Asia Rugby 7s Series: Sri Lanka remains unbeaten after win over Singapore

2025 Asia Rugby Sevens Series: Sri Lanka defeats Uzbekistan 26-14

Final leg of Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 gets underway in Colombo today