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‘Amber’ alert issued for severe lightning in 7 provinces
‘Amber’ alert issued for severe lightning in 7 provinces
The Department of Meteorology on Friday (03 Nov.) issued an ‘Amber’ advisory for thundershowers and severe lightning in several parts of the island. MORE..
US House passes $14 billion aid package for Israel
US House passes $14 billion aid package for Israel
The United States House of Representatives passed a Republican-led bill on Thursday (02 Nov.) which would provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel, defying President Joe Biden’s request to also include more money for Ukraine and other pressing issues. MORE..
C. D. Wickramaratne’s tenure as IGP extended once again
C. D. Wickramaratne’s tenure as IGP extended once again
Inspector General of Police (IGP) C. D. Wickramaratne has been granted yet another service extension, Sri Lanka Police confirmed. MORE..
Sri Lankan, suspected to be among Hamas hostages, confirmed dead
Sri Lankan, suspected to be among Hamas hostages, confirmed dead
The Sri Lankan man, who was suspected to have been taken hostage by the Islamic militant group Hamas in Palestine, is confirmed dead, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tel Aviv said. MORE..
India offers USD 15 mn grant to strengthen Buddhist ties with Sri Lanka
India offers USD 15 mn grant to strengthen Buddhist ties with Sri Lanka
In a significant event held in Colombo, the exchange of bilateral documents took centre stage, marking the initiation of projects supported by a generous USD 15 million grant from the Government of India. MORE..
22-year-old injured in Pettah shop fire dies after days in hospital
22-year-old injured in Pettah shop fire dies after days in hospital
A 22-year-old female reportedly succumbed to the injuries she had sustained during the recent fire that tore through a clothing store in Pettah. MORE..
| November 3, 2023 4:32 pm
Litro gas prices to be increased tomorrow
Litro gas prices to be increased tomorrow
Litro Gas Lanka, one of the country’s two largest suppliers of domestic Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas, is slated to announce a price hike tomorrow (Nov. 04). MORE..
| November 3, 2023 3:42 pm
11 Sri Lankans now in Egypt after leaving besieged Gaza
11 Sri Lankans now in Egypt after leaving besieged Gaza
A group of 11 Sri Lankans have reached Egypt after crossing the Rafah border from the war-torn Gaza Strip on Thursday (Nov. 02), the Representative Office of Sri Lanka in Palestine says. MORE..
Sri Lanka, South Korea to further enhance trade and investment collaborations
Sri Lanka, South Korea to further enhance trade and investment collaborations
In a significant diplomatic exchange, President Yoon Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea has expressed his deep appreciation for the fruitful discussions held with President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..
Five directors of ‘OnmaxDT’ remanded
Five directors of ‘OnmaxDT’ remanded
The five directors of ‘OnmaxDT’ who were arrested over allegations concerning a fraudulent pyramid scheme have been remanded on orders of the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
| November 3, 2023 2:38 pm
SLC seeks urgent explanation from coaching staff, selectors after disappointing defeat to India
SLC seeks urgent explanation from coaching staff, selectors after disappointing defeat to India
The national cricket governing body has called for an urgent and comprehensive explanation from the entire coaching staff and selectors after India demolished the Lions by a massive 302 runs in the ODI 33 of the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday (Nov. 02). MORE..
| November 3, 2023 2:02 pm
GMOA temporarily calls off provincial token strikes
GMOA temporarily calls off provincial token strikes
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has suspended the provincial strikes initiated on 02 November, GMOA Secretary Dr. Haritha Aluthge said. MORE..
| November 3, 2023 1:23 pm
More than 8,000 state employees to be made permanent
More than 8,000 state employees to be made permanent
Plans are afoot to make more than 8,000 non-permanent state employees permanent employees of the state sector, State Minister Janaka Wakkambura revealed. MORE..
Five directors of OnmaxDT arrested
Five directors of OnmaxDT arrested
Five directors of ‘OnmaxDT’ have been arrested, and are due to be produced before courts today (03 Nov.) over allegations concerning a fraudulent pyramid scheme. MORE..
Northern Province doctors on token strike today as GMOA’s trade union action continues
Northern Province doctors on token strike today as GMOA’s trade union action continues
The series of provincial-level one-day token strikes initiated by the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) entered its second consecutive day today (Nov. 03). MORE..
| November 3, 2023 12:14 pm
Sri Lanka aims to reach net zero emissions by 2040 – President
Sri Lanka aims to reach net zero emissions by 2040 – President
In a significant development, Sri Lanka is making notable strides towards combating climate change and transitioning into a green economy. Speaking at an international forum, President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, outlined the country’s ambitious plans for environmental sustainability and economic growth. MORE..
New member and increased powers for presidential commission on electoral reforms
New member and increased powers for presidential commission on electoral reforms
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed a new member to the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) set up to prepare proposals for electoral reforms while expanding the scope of mandate of the panel. MORE..
| November 3, 2023 10:33 am
New secretary appointed to Agriculture & Plantation Industries Ministry
New secretary appointed to Agriculture & Plantation Industries Ministry
Mr. B.L.A.J. Dharmakeerthi has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture and Plantation Industries. MORE..
10-hour water cut in parts of Colombo tomorrow
10-hour water cut in parts of Colombo tomorrow
The water supply will be suspended in parts of Colombo from 7 p.m. tomorrow (04) until 5 a.m. on Sunday (05) the National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWSDB) says. MORE..
Showery conditions to enhance today; 100mm rainfall expected
Showery conditions to enhance today; 100mm rainfall expected
Prevailing showery condition is expected to enhance today, the Meteorology Department said in its weather forecast. MORE..
President vows to integrate hill country Tamils into society and move towards betterment of Sri Lanka
President vows to integrate hill country Tamils into society and move towards betterment of Sri Lanka
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, speaking at the ‘Naam 200’ (We are 200) celebration, emphasised the goal of moving the country forward by uniting all its citizens. MORE..
US imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia over war in Ukraine
US imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia over war in Ukraine
The United States on Thursday imposed sweeping new measures against Moscow over the war in Ukraine, targeting Russia’s future energy capabilities, sanctions evasion and a suicide drone that has been a menace to Ukrainian troops and equipment, among others, in sanctions on hundreds of people and entities. MORE..
President holds bilateral talks with Indian Finance Minister, exchange bilateral documents
President holds bilateral talks with Indian Finance Minister, exchange bilateral documents
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has met with visiting Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and the Indian delegati, a short while ago. MORE..
| November 2, 2023 9:15 pm
Govt to allocate Rs. 09 billion for health and education sectors
Govt to allocate Rs. 09 billion for health and education sectors
State Minister for Provincial Councils and Local Government, Janaka Wakkambura, announced that a project under the Ministry of Provincial Councils and Local Government will allocate Rs. 09 billion to support the health and education sectors across all nine provinces. MORE..
13 Sri Lankans evacuate war-torn Gaza Strip, await entry into Egypt
13 Sri Lankans evacuate war-torn Gaza Strip, await entry into Egypt
A total of 13 Sri Lankans who were trapped in the Gaza Strip amidst the Israel – Hamas conflict have crossed the Rafah border crossing, and are currently waiting for approval for entry into Egypt. MORE..
| November 2, 2023 7:33 pm
