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Landslide derails train, disrupts main line services

Sri Lanka, Oct. 5 -- A train operating from Peradeniya Junction to Colombo Fort derailed between the Gangoda and Kadigamuwa railway stations early today after soil and rocks fell onto the railway trac... Read More


Cancer patients face shortage of essential medicines, colostomy bags

Sri Lanka, Oct. 5 -- Cancer patients receiving treatment at Apeksha Hospital in Maharagama are facing a shortage of several essential medicines and surgical consumables, including colostomy bags, acco... Read More


IndiGo resumes key India-Sri Lanka flights

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- India's leading low-cost carrier IndiGo has resumed daily flights on key routes between India and Sri Lanka, strengthening air connectivity between the two neighbouring countries ... Read More


Exams Dept. key to future-ready education: PM

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- The Examinations Department plays a vital role as a trusted partner in the Government's efforts to build a future-ready education system based on social justice, Prime Minister an... Read More


IRD revenue tops Rs. 2,040 bn in nine months

Sri Lanka, Oct. 2 -- The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has collected more than Rs. 2,040 billion in tax revenue during the first nine months of 2026, recording a 24% increase compared to the corresp... Read More


Johnston: Government targeting opponents through legal action

SriLanka, Oct. 1 -- Former Minister and Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Head of Operations Johnston Fernando alleged that the Government was targeting those who oppose or challenge it through legal... Read More


Sri Lanka Customs goes paperless from today

SriLanka, Oct. 1 -- Sri Lanka Customs will introduce a Paperless Customs Declaration Process from today (1), requiring all importers and declarants to submit customs declarations and relevant document... Read More


1st World Congress on Snakes 2026 to be held in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- The inaugural ceremony of the 1st World Congress on Snakes - 2026, being held in Sri Lanka for the first time, is scheduled to take place with the participation of Environment M... Read More


Aesthetic education vital for empathetic professionals: PM

Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Aesthetic education plays an important role in developing not only talented artists but also professionals with empathy, creativity and a strong sense of humanity, Prime Ministe... Read More


Digital technology to be integrated into schools: Deputy Minister

Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Digital technology will be integrated into the teaching-learning process, school administration and teacher transfer mechanisms, while policies will be formulated to ensure stud... Read More