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First phase of first school term for 2026 ends

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- The first phase of the first school term for 2026 concluded today (13), the Ministry of Education announced. Accordingly, the Ministry stated that all government and government-... Read More


Second phase of first school term for 2026 ends

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- The second phase of the first school term for 2026 concluded today (13), the Ministry of Education announced. Accordingly, the Ministry stated that all government and government... Read More


Case against ex-Minister Keheliya and family fixed for trial

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- The Colombo High Court today ordered that the case filed by the Bribery Commission against former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his family members, over allegations of... Read More


Retired Water Board GM arrested on corruption charges

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- A retired former General Manager of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has been arrested yesterday (12) by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery ... Read More


Vehicle importers predict price hikes with new tax from April 1

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- The Vehicle Importers' Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has stated that a 2.5% tax has been introduced on imported vehicles, effective from April 01, 2026. The Spokesperson of t... Read More


Over 800 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids yesterday: Police

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- A total of 820 individuals were arrested during island-wide raids conducted yesterday (12) under the "Nation United - National Drive" campaign. The operation, carried out by the... Read More


Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation

Sri Lanka, Feb. 12 -- Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed commitment to further enhancing defence cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. The commitment was mad... Read More


'Karachi Declaration' adopted during Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation's visit to Pakistan

Sri Lanka, Feb. 12 -- The 'Karachi Declaration' reaffirming shared commitment to democratic governance, parliamentary accountability, inclusivity, responsible innovation and sustainable peace to addre... Read More


Police warn of circulation of emails using name of CID Director

Sri Lanka, Feb. 12 -- It has come to the attention of the authorities that an individual or group is currently circulating a fraudulent email to the general public, falsely claiming to be from the Dir... Read More


Providing equal opportunities to all school children a key objective of govt - PM Harini

Sri Lanka, Feb. 12 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that in order to achieve the transformative change expected as a nation, it is essential to develop strong human resources, and that ... Read More