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Sri Lanka, China discuss further cooperation to boost bilateral relations

Srilanka, Oct. 15 -- Discussions on further strengthening bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and China and expanding cooperation in support of Sri Lanka's economic development have been held at the... Read More


Over 100kg heroin haul seized in Weligama based on information revealed by 5 suspects

Srilanka, Oct. 15 -- A large consignment of the narcotic substance heroin weighing over 100 kilograms was seized from the Kapparathota Beach in Weligama this morning (15), following information receiv... Read More


Integrated digital database proposed for 'Praja Shakthi' national programme

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- A discussion was held yesterday (13) at the Ministry of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment regarding the development of an integrated digital database sy... Read More


At least fifteen houses in Grandpass gutted in fire

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- Fifteen unauthorised shanty houses were reportedly completely destroyed in a sudden fire that broke out near the Mahawatta Railway Lane in the Grandpass police area, Colombo. ... Read More


Sri Lankan Consulate in Jeddah warns of possible flight disruptions for Umrah pilgrims

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Jeddah has advised Sri Lankan nationals planning to undertake Umrah to exercise caution when making travel arrangements amid the current situ... Read More


Petition filed against Keheliya Rambukwella and others for alleged contempt of Court

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking a ruling that former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and several others are in c... Read More


March demanding Gnanasara Thero's release enters fifth day

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- The fifth day of the "Justice for the Robe - National Pledge Offering and Freedom March," organised under the leadership of the Maha Sangha to demand the release of imprisoned Ven... Read More


Further evidence hearing of Yoshitha's money laundering case postponed

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- The Colombo High Court has postponed the further hearing of evidence in the money laundering case filed against Yoshitha Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, ... Read More


Two spill gates of Daduru Oya Reservoir opened

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- Due to heavy rainfall currently being received in the Daduru Oya River basin and catchment areas, two spill gates of the Daduru Oya Reservoir have been opened by one foot each to ... Read More


Sri Lanka to host inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers' Meeting in November

Srilanka, Oct. 14 -- Sri Lanka is to host the inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers' Meeting and the BIMSTEC Health Secretaries' Meeting in November, to advance cooperation on pandemic preparedness and t... Read More