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Sri Lanka cannot abandon IMF framework, must strengthen foreign ties – Ranil
Sri Lanka cannot abandon IMF framework, must strengthen foreign ties – Ranil
Sri Lanka must embrace rapid economic growth and bold reforms to secure its future, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe asserted, warning that the country cannot afford to remain stagnant. MORE..
| March 21, 2025 8:11 am
24-year-old woman arrested over Nagalagam Street shooting
24-year-old woman arrested over Nagalagam Street shooting
A 24-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident that occurred on March 17 in the Nagalagam Street area, in the Grandpass Police Division. MORE..
Sri Lanka–Indonesia discuss integrating EVs into Sri Lanka’s public transport system
Sri Lanka–Indonesia discuss integrating EVs into Sri Lanka’s public transport system
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has met with Dewi Gustina Tobing, the Ambassador of to Sri Lanka, at the Parliament complex to discuss areas of collaboration between the two nations. MORE..
Evening showers expected in parts of the island
Evening showers expected in parts of the island
The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Northern provinces and in Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 p.m. today (21). MORE..
Sri Lanka drops to 133rd in world happiness ranking
Sri Lanka drops to 133rd in world happiness ranking
Sri Lanka has dropped five places to the 133rd spot in the rankings in the 2025 edition of the World Happiness Report. MORE..
Kirsty Coventry elected IOC president and is first woman, first African to lead global Olympic body
Kirsty Coventry elected IOC president and is first woman, first African to lead global Olympic body
Kirsty Coventry has been elected president of the International Olympic Committee and become the first woman and first African to get perhaps the biggest job in global sports. MORE..
Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament
Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament
The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed without amendments in Parliament today (20), according to the Parliamentary Communications Department. MORE..
Fire breaks out at building in Narahenpita
Fire breaks out at building in Narahenpita
A fire has reportedly broken out at a three-storey building located on Kirimandala Mawatha in Narahenpita. MORE..
| March 20, 2025 5:47 pm
LG Polls: Over 100 political parties, nearly 50 ind. groups submit nominations
LG Polls: Over 100 political parties, nearly 50 ind. groups submit nominations
A total of 107 political parties and 49 independent groups have submitted their nominations for the 2025 Local Government Elections as of 4.15 p.m. yesterday (19), according to the Election Commission. MORE..
At least 70 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza, health authorities say
At least 70 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza, health authorities say
At least 70 Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Thursday after Israel resumed its bombing campaign and ground operations in the enclave, a Gaza health official said. MORE..
Former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded
Former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded
The former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Deshabandu Tennakoon has been ordered to be further remanded until April 03 by the Matara Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Adani Green Energy refutes claims of pricing revision in Sri Lanka project
Adani Green Energy refutes claims of pricing revision in Sri Lanka project
India’s Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has strongly denied recent speculation regarding alleged changes to its renewable energy agreement in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s LG Election scheduled for May 06
Sri Lanka’s LG Election scheduled for May 06
The Election Commission has announced that the upcoming Local Government (LG) Elections in Sri Lanka will be held on May 06. MORE..
2025 LG Elections nominations close
2025 LG Elections nominations close
The acceptance of nominations for the upcoming Local Government Elections has officially ended a short while ago. MORE..
Colombo HC rejects request to lift freeze order on Keheliya’s bank account
Colombo HC rejects request to lift freeze order on Keheliya’s bank account
The Colombo High Court has rejected a request made by the attorneys of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella to lift the order freezing his bank account in the parliamentary branch, in connection with an ongoing investigation by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
HIP successfully discharges second batch of vehicles for domestic market
HIP successfully discharges second batch of vehicles for domestic market
Hambantota International Port (HIP) has successfully discharged its second batch of vehicles for the domestic market last week, continuing to strengthen its role as a key hub for automotive shipments. MORE..
Ex-IGP Deshabandu to be produced in court today
Ex-IGP Deshabandu to be produced in court today
Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, who is currently in remand custody, is scheduled to be produced before the Matara Magistrate’s Court again today (20). MORE..
Train collides with stalled vehicle, disrupting services on Kelani Valley line
Train collides with stalled vehicle, disrupting services on Kelani Valley line
A train has collided with a vehicle that had stalled at the railway crossing between Liyanwala and Watareka, disrupting services on the Kelani Valley railway line, according to Sri Lanka Railways. MORE..
Over 1,500 armed forces deserters arrested
Over 1,500 armed forces deserters arrested
More than 1,500 deserters from the Tri-Forces have been arrested for failing to report for duty without being legally discharged. MORE..
Gazette issued amending import and export regulations
Gazette issued amending import and export regulations
A Gazette Extraordinary has been issued amending multiple import and export regulations, including a key change allowing Bureau Veritas inspection certificates for vehicles imported from all countries. MORE..
2025 LG Polls: Accepting nominations concludes
2025 LG Polls: Accepting nominations concludes
The acceptance of nominations for the upcoming Local Government (LG) Elections will conclude today (20). MORE..
Trump, Zelenskiy pledge in phone call to work for end to war in Ukraine
Trump, Zelenskiy pledge in phone call to work for end to war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy agreed on Wednesday to work together to end Russia’s war with Ukraine, in what the White House described as a “fantastic” one-hour phone call. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department says showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara and Mannar districts after 2.00 p.m. MORE..
Suspect arrested with 29kg of heroin in Dikwella
Suspect arrested with 29kg of heroin in Dikwella
The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has arrested a 42-year-old individual in Urugamuwa, Dikwella, on charges of possession of around 29 kilograms of heroin. MORE..
Commander of US Indo-Pacific Command to visit Sri Lanka
Commander of US Indo-Pacific Command to visit Sri Lanka
The Embassy of the United States in Colombo announced that the Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, will visit Colombo from March 19-21. MORE..
