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SLCSP demands immediate and unconditional release of youth activist

COLOMBO, April 6 -- The Sri Lanka Committee for Solidarity with Palestine (SLCSP) has expressed profound disappointment over the recent arrest of a 22-year-old activist under the Prevention of Terrori... Read More


New regulations introduced for leisure craft and visiting yachts

COLOMBO, March 18 -- Sri Lanka has introduced new regulations governing boats, yachts, and visiting leisure craft in an effort to streamline operations and boost the country's nautical tourism sector.... Read More


Sri Lanka plans night-peak solar tariff to boost renewable energy investments

COLOMBO, March 18 -- Sri Lanka is preparing to introduce a special tariff structure for solar power with battery storage, enabling electricity supply during the night-time peak hours, Energy Minister ... Read More


14 Lankans trapped in Myanmar cybercrime centres repatriated

COLOMBO, March 18 -- Sri Lanka was on Tuesday (18) set to repatriate 14 nationals who were trafficked and forcibly employed in cybercrime centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar, following coordinated diplomatic... Read More


President to attend World Government Summit 2025 in UAE

COLOMBO, Feb. 5 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates from February 10-13, 2025, at the invitation of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zaye... Read More


FMM condemns AG's order to release Lasantha Wickrematunga murder suspects

COLOMBO, Feb. 5 -- The Free Media Movement (FMM) has expressed grave concerns over the Attorney General's decision to halt legal proceedings against three suspects in the Lasanth Wickrematunga killing... Read More


Moment of pride, tradition and national spirit

COLOMBO, Feb. 5 -- Sri Lanka marked its 77th anniversary of Independence with grand celebrations, reflecting both its rich history and aspirations for the future. From the ceremonial military parade t... Read More


Sri Lanka at 77: The failures we must confront

Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- As Sri Lanka marks 77 years of independence, it is a moment that calls not for grand celebrations, but for deep reflection on the nation's failures and the urgent need for course ... Read More


India protests SL Navy's 'accidental' firing incident

COLOMBO, Jan. 29 -- India has lodged a strong protest with Sri Lanka over an incident involving the Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) firing at Indian fishermen near Delft Island. The firing, which occurred durin... Read More


Yoshitha Rajapaksa banned from overseas travel in corruption case

COLOMBO, Jan. 27 -- Yoshitha Rajapaksa, the second son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, was banned Monday (27) from leaving Sri Lanka following his arrest on Saturday (25) for alleged money laun... Read More