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Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay's detention order extended for another 90 days

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- The detention order against former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) retired Major General Suresh Sallay has been extended for a further 90 days in connection with ... Read More


Detained organized crime gang member "Kehelbaddara Padme" produced before court

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- Detained organized crime gang member "Kehelbaddara Padme" has been produced before the court, according to officials. The suspect, who is currently being held in custody, was ... Read More


Sea temperatures around Sri Lanka rise by 1 degree C amid El Nino conditions

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Sea temperatures around Sri Lanka have risen by 1 degree C, raising concerns over worsening weather conditions as the effects of the El Nino phenomenon continue to impact the coun... Read More


Admiral (Retd.) Kanchana Banagoda appointed AASL Chairman

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Admiral (Retired) Kanchana Banagoda has been appointed Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL). He will officially assume duties as Chairman... Read More


Over 80% of Rs. 95 billion MSME loan fund already disbursed

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- More than 80% of the Rs. 95 billion allocated by the government in 2026 to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) has already been utilized, according to the De... Read More


Moody's maintains Sri Lanka's Caa1 rating, warns of debt pressures

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Moody's Ratings has affirmed Sri Lanka's Caa1 foreign currency long-term issuer and senior unsecured ratings, while maintaining a stable outlook, citing continued weaknesses in de... Read More


Second Randoli Perahera parades the streets of Kandy

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The second Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Perahera commenced parading the streets this evening (24), drawing large crowds of spectators to the streets of Kandy. ... Read More


2019 Easter Sunday Attacks Case verdict to be delivered on September 22

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Colombo Permanent Trial-at-Bar has fixed September 22 to pronounce the verdict in the case against 25 accused persons charged with conspiring to carry out the 2019 Easter Sund... Read More


COPE raises concerns over Peradeniya University's financial management

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has raised concerns over the financial administration, wastewater management, research allowance payments and institutional governance o... Read More


Reducing thermal power generation could stabilise electricity tariffs: PUCSL Chairman

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Electricity tariff fluctuations could be brought to an end if Sri Lanka takes steps to reduce power generation from thermal sources, the Chairman of the Public Utilities Commissio... Read More