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Showers expected in parts of the island
Showers expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department says that the prevailing dry weather conditions on the island are expected to temporarily change on March 10 and 11. MORE..
President holds talks with ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ Task Force on initiative’s progress
President holds talks with ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ Task Force on initiative’s progress
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and members of the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ Task Force was held today (07) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Deputy Minister reveals list of MPs allocated ‘Viyathpura’ houses
Deputy Minister reveals list of MPs allocated ‘Viyathpura’ houses
It was revealed during the Parliamentary session today (07), that in addition to the compensation provided by the government, then Members of Parliament whose houses were gutted in fires during the ‘Aragalaya’ protest movement have also been allocated houses from the Viyathpura housing complex. MORE..
| March 7, 2025 8:56 pm
Sri Lanka’s official reserves increase marginally in Feb 2025
Sri Lanka’s official reserves increase marginally in Feb 2025
Sri Lanka’s Official Reserve Assets has recorded a slight improvement of 0.5% in February 2025, reaching USD 6.095 billion, compared to USD 6.065 billion in January 2025, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE.
Acting Weligama OIC interdicted
Acting Weligama OIC interdicted
The Acting Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Weligama Police Station has been interdicted over his alleged connection to a shooting incident in 2023, the Police Media Division said. MORE..
Public warned of fake AI-generated videos misusing CBSL Governor’s image
Public warned of fake AI-generated videos misusing CBSL Governor’s image
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has strongly warned the public about fraudulent AI-generated videos misusing the CBSL Governor’s image, which are currently circulating on social media, particularly Facebook. MORE..
Math teacher arrested over sexual assault of 8 female students
Math teacher arrested over sexual assault of 8 female students
A mathematics teacher from a school in the Aralaganwila Education Division within the Dimbulagala Education Zone, has been arrested today (07) by Aralaganwila Police in connection with the sexual assault of eight Grade 10 female students. MORE..
Police increase rewards for firearms and grenades taken into custody
Police increase rewards for firearms and grenades taken into custody
In response to the recent spike in crimes involving illegal firearms and hand grenades, Sri Lanka Police has launched extensive programs aimed at reducing crime and ensuring public safety. MORE..
Piumi Hansamali claims CID actions impacted business, court orders CID to respond
Piumi Hansamali claims CID actions impacted business, court orders CID to respond
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has summoned the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Illegal Assets Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to appear before the court on March 21 and present facts in connection with a request made by Piumi Hansamali through a motion. MORE..
Sri Lanka signs key debt restructuring agreements with Japan
Sri Lanka signs key debt restructuring agreements with Japan
The signing ceremony of the Exchange of Notes between the Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Japan and the Amendment Agreements between Sri Lanka and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) under the debt restructuring process was held at the Ministry of Finance premises this afternoon (07). MORE..
400 unprotected railway crossings to be made safe - Transport Minister
400 unprotected railway crossings to be made safe - Transport Minister
Leader of the House and Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake says that around 400 unprotected railway crossings have been identified across Sri Lanka, and plans are in place to make all of them safe by the end of this year. MORE..
Nine suspects in “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder remanded
Nine suspects in “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder remanded
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the nine suspects arrested in connection with the shooting and killing of the notorious criminal figure and drug trafficker Sanjeewa Kumara Samararathne alias “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” to be remanded in custody until March 21. MORE..
Sri Lanka opens doors for women in Railways and SLTB, including as train and bus drivers
Sri Lanka opens doors for women in Railways and SLTB, including as train and bus drivers
The government has made a policy decision to recruit women for various positions in Sri Lanka Railways and the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), including railway guards and train drivers, Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake said. MORE..
‘Very sexy, but not healthy’: Transport Minister on train delays
‘Very sexy, but not healthy’: Transport Minister on train delays
Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake says that Sri Lanka’s railway service will be made attractive to public and also efficient and timely within the next one or two years. MORE..
| March 7, 2025 11:35 am
South Korea court cancels President Yoon’s arrest warrant
South Korea court cancels President Yoon’s arrest warrant
A South Korean court cancelled on Friday impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol’s arrest warrant, paving the way for his release from jail after he was arrested in mid-January on insurrection charges over his brief imposition of martial law, Yonhap News Agency reported. MORE..
New Zealand’s envoy to UK fired for questioning Trump’s knowledge of history
New Zealand’s envoy to UK fired for questioning Trump’s knowledge of history
New Zealand’s high commissioner to the UK has been fired after questioning US President Donald Trump’s grasp of history at an event in London. MORE..
Two arrested for attempting to bribe police sergeant
Two arrested for attempting to bribe police sergeant
Two individuals have been arrested for offering a bribe of Rs. 20,000 to a sergeant at the Nikaweratiya Police Station and for aiding and abetting the act. MORE..
Tuition classes targeting 2024 (2025) O/L exam prohibited from Tuesday
Tuition classes targeting 2024 (2025) O/L exam prohibited from Tuesday
Conducting and organizing tuition classes, seminars, workshops and assistance over social or other electronic media etc. aimed at students scheduled to sit for the upcoming 2024 (2025) G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination will be prohibited from midnight on 11 March 2025. MORE..
Finance Ministry warns of import permit suspension for unregistered vehicles
Finance Ministry warns of import permit suspension for unregistered vehicles
The Ministry of Finance says that importers must register at least 25% of the total number of vehicles imported within six months. MORE..
Eight SSPs transferred; new Director appointed to FCID
Eight SSPs transferred; new Director appointed to FCID
Sri Lanka Police has transferred eight Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) and assigned them new appointments, based on recommendations from the National Police Commission, the Police Media Division stated. MORE..
29 including civilians injured as bombs misfire from South Korea fighter jet
29 including civilians injured as bombs misfire from South Korea fighter jet
The number of people injured after South Korean fighter jets accidentally dropped bombs on a civilian area on Thursday increased to 15 civilians and 14 soldiers, the Yonhap News Agency said on Friday, citing the country’s defence ministry. MORE..
Three cops arrested for soliciting bribe from female tourist
Three cops arrested for soliciting bribe from female tourist
Three police officers attached to the Kollupitiya Police Station have been arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe from an Austrian female tourist on the pretext of not taking legal action against foreign cigarettes in her possession. MORE..
“Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder: Court orders virtual hearing for remanded suspects
“Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder: Court orders virtual hearing for remanded suspects
Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali has ordered that the case involving the nine suspects remanded in connection with the notorious criminal and drug trafficker “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder be heard via Skype today (07). MORE..
Pope Francis, in stable condition, sends first audio message from hospital
Pope Francis, in stable condition, sends first audio message from hospital
Pope Francis on Thursday sent his first audio message since being hospitalized for double pneumonia nearly three weeks ago, expressing thanks “from the bottom of my heart” to well-wishers around the world who have offered their support. MORE..
Gnanasara Thero claims to know ‘mastermind’ behind Easter attacks
Gnanasara Thero claims to know ‘mastermind’ behind Easter attacks
Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero claims that he is aware of the mastermind behind the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks and intends to share this information with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and top security officials. MORE..
