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EU reaffirms support for Sri Lanka's reform agenda and long-term growth

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's reform agenda and long-term growth priorities. The assurance was given during a meeting between Europe... Read More


Last-minute revision in Grade 6 English language module carried out without proper methodology: Minister Bimal

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- It has been revealed that a last-minute revision to the Grade 6 English language module introduced under the new education reforms was carried out without following the proper me... Read More


Rs. 380 million recovered from foreign employment scams returned to victims

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A discussion was held between officers of the Enforcement Division of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employ... Read More


120 killed in 113 fatal road accidents reported so far this year

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A total of 113 fatal road accidents have been reported so far this year, the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Traffic and Road Safety Range, W. P. J. Senadeera sta... Read More


Sovereignty, integrity of Greenland, Denmark's territory "non-negotiable": European Commission

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday that the European Union stands in full solidarity with Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark, stressing that their ... Read More


Suspect arrested with over Rs. 283 mln, two vehicles in Ibbagamuwa

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A suspect has been arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act with Rs. 283,300,000 in cash and two vehicles suspected to have been illegally acquired. The arrest was ... Read More


Ratnapura logs highest temperature for second consecutive day

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The highest temperature in the country today (20) was recorded from the Ratnapura Meteorological Station at 34.2degC, the Department of Meteorology noted. Meanwhile, temperature... Read More


Late Nandana Gunathilake to be laid to rest tomorrow

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The burial of the late Nandana Gunathilake is set to take place following a decision taken by his family. Speaking to media, his sister stated that the decision was made in ligh... Read More


Teachers' salary increase approved under 2025 Budget proposals credited to accounts

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The increased teachers' salaries, implemented from January 1, 2026, proposed through the 2025 Budget, have been credited to respective accounts today (20), the Ministry of Educat... Read More


Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island today

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island, today (20), the Department of Meteorology said. There is a possibility of ground frost at some places in Nuwara-... Read More