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Bill to introduce anti-defection laws for MPs to be tabled in Parliament soon

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- Sri Lanka's Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa says a bill aimed at revoking the parliamentary seats of Members of Parliament (MPs) who switch political parties a... Read More


Govt. to implement "Surakimu Lanka" national energy security mission

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal presented by the Minister of Energy to implement an integrated programme titled the "Surakimu Lanka" National Energy Security Miss... Read More


Alleged drug trafficker 'Alto Dharme' arrested in Dubai

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- An alleged organised crime figure known as "Alto Dharme" has been arrested by the Dubai Police in connection with drug trafficking activities. According to sources, his wife and ... Read More


Notorious drug trafficker Shiran Basik arrested in Dubai: Sources

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- A suspected major drug trafficker identified as Shiran Basik has been arrested in Dubai, according to police sources. Police said the arrest was carried out by Dubai security for... Read More


"Funds available for PC elections", Cabinet Spokesman disputes Tilvin Silva's claim

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- Necessary financial provisions are available to conduct the Provincial Council election, according to Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. Minister Nalinda Ja... Read More


Policy rate hike intended to curb excess borrowing: CBSL Governor

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe says that increasing policy interest rates leads to a rise in market interest rates. Speaking at a ... Read More


School teacher dies after being swept away while swimming in Kirinda Sea

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- A school teacher has died after drowning while swimming in the sea at Kirinda Beach, police said. A group of teachers and students from a school in Badalkumbura had gone swimming... Read More


Passenger arrested at BIA with over 8kg 'Kush' cannabis

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- A Sri Lankan passenger attempting to smuggle a consignment of 'Kush' cannabis, estimated to be valued at Rs. 83.65 million, into Sri Lanka was arrested by officers of the Sri Lank... Read More


South-West monsoon establishes over Sri Lanka, increased rainfall expected

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- The south-west monsoon has established over the island, and an increase in rainfall is expected across the south-western parts of the country, according to the Department of Meteo... Read More


Cabinet approves sale of 115,000 MT paddy stocks held by Paddy Marketing Board

Sri Lanka, May 26 -- The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to proceed with the sale of paddy stocks currently held by the Paddy Marketing Board. The approval has been granted based on a propo... Read More