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Another field trial begins

Sri Lanka, Aug. 15 -- A field trial of a novel small-sized loop, designed for implantation into the uterus of female monkeys to effectively prevent pregnancy, will commence in September at the TJC man... Read More


WhatsApp hacking wave hits Sri Lanka: many targeted in OTP scam spree

Sri Lanka, Aug. 14 -- A sharp rise in WhatsApp account hacking has alarmed digital security authorities in Sri Lanka, with the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) reporting 64 complai... Read More


Ravindra Padmapriya appointed new Railways General Manager

Sri Lanka, Aug. 13 -- Announcing the appointment, Transport and Highways Deputy Minister Prasanna Gunasena said the government's aim is to operate the railway service more efficiently. He noted that... Read More


July remittances hit record high at US$697.3 million

Sri Lanka, Aug. 13 -- According to data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), Sri Lankan migrant workers sent home US$697.3 million in July 2025, marking the highest monthly remittance in the fir... Read More


Veterinary shortage deepens as no new recruitment so far this year

Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- Sri Lanka's Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) has not recruited a single new veterinarian so far this year, worsening an existing shortage in the sector, official... Read More


Sri Lanka, Ethiopia only countries where used vehicles sell above purchase price

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- Sri Lanka and Ethiopia are the only two countries where vehicles can be sold for more than their purchase price even after years of use, the Global Federation of Sri Lankan Busin... Read More


Ports trade union leader files complaint over Rs. 50 million Colombo port road system changes

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- Ports trade union leader Shyamal Sumanaratne today (11) filed a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, alleging that the government is wasting over R... Read More


Railway Department selling 6,000 tons of scrap metal outside tender process: Official alleges

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- An official from a major institution in the country has approached the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, alleging that the Railway Department is preparing to sell ... Read More


Dates announced for 2025 GCE A/L and O/L exams

Sri Lanka, Aug. 10 -- The Examinations Department has announced that the 2025 GCE Advanced Level (A/L) Examination will be conducted from November 10 to December 5, 2025. Commissioner General of Exam... Read More


Grade 5 scholarship exam results expected by September 20

Sri Lanka, Aug. 10 -- The results of the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, held today (10), are expected to be released before September 20, Examinations Department Commissioner General A.K.S. Indika K... Read More