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10 Tamil Nadu fishermen arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- A total of 10 Tamil Nadu fishermen have been arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters this morning (13). The vessel carrying the fishermen was also taken into custody by the S... Read More


Senior Russian official says Greenland could vote to join Russia if Trump does not hurry

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said Greenlanders could vote to join Russia if US President Donald Trump did not move quickly to secure the Arctic island... Read More


Two Russian nationals rescued after being swept away by strong currents at Ahungalla Beach

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- Two Russian nationals who went sea bathing at Ahungalla Beach were rescued after being swept away by strong water currents. The incident occurred yesterday (12), police stated. ... Read More


Suspect linked to criminal incident arrested with firearm in Thalahena

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- An individual linked to a criminal incident has been arrested with a firearm in Thalahena yesterday (12), police stated. A woman was attacked with a sword and sustained serious ... Read More


Sri Lanka should seek to revise IMF targets: CBSL Governor

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- Sri Lanka should seek to change the targets agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement, the Governor of the Central... Read More


Donald Trump announces 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- US President Donald Trump on Monday said he had imposed a 25% tariff on goods from countries with commercial ties to Iran, a move that could put pressure on Tehran as anti-govern... Read More


US Ambassador Julie Chung praises Sri Lanka as top surfing destination

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung has highlighted Sri Lanka's appeal for surfing enthusiasts, sharing her personal experience on X (formerly Twitter). "Despite being a Ca... Read More


Case against Keheliya and family to be recalled in February

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- The Colombo High Court today ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Minister Keheliya Rambukwel... Read More


Group including Wimal Weerawansa launch 'Satyagraha' near Edu. Ministry against reforms

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, along with a group of civil society representatives and others, have commenced a continuous 'Satyagraha' campaign in front of the Education Mini... Read More


Group including Wimal Weerawansa commences 'Satyagraha' near Edu. Ministry against reforms

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, along with a group of civil society representatives and others, have commenced a continuous 'Satyagraha' campaign in front of the Education Mini... Read More