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Thousands in Australia march against immigration

Sri Lanka, Aug. 31 -- Thousands of Australians joined anti-immigration rallies across the country on Sunday that the centre-left government condemned, saying they sought to spread hate and were linked... Read More


Under-18 Elite Rugby Sevens 2025: Wesley stamp their class

Sri Lanka, Aug. 31 -- Wesley College was in supreme form, defeating D.S. Senanayake College 19-12 in the Cup final at the All Island Under-18 Elite Rugby Sevens 2025, which concluded at Bogambara Stad... Read More


Fuel prices reduced from tonight: CPC

Sri Lanka, Aug. 31 -- The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) today announced a reduction in fuel prices, effective from midnight today. According to the revised rates, Petrol Octane 92 will be reduce... Read More


One killed, another injured in shooting near Wennappuwa Police Station

Sri Lanka, Aug. 31 -- A shooting incident this morning on Wewa Road, near the Wennappuwa Police Station, left one person dead and another injured. Police said a group of people travelling in a motor ... Read More


NTB builds team spirit and creativity through 'Lego Day' initiative

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- Nations Trust Bank recently hosted an engaging staff event titled 'Lego Day', designed to promote creativity, teamwork, and enjoyment among its team. The initiative upholds the... Read More


HNB powers knowledge and confidence with Teen+ Quiz Champs

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- HNB PLC successfully concluded two regional editions of its youth education programme 'HNB Teen+ Quiz Champs', in Matara and Badulla. The initiative brought together more than ... Read More


Kasturi Chellaraja honoured as a Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025 at SLBC Centenary Awards

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), in celebration of its 100th year anniversary, honoured Kasturi Chellaraja with the title of Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025. The award r... Read More


Tea auction volumes slip to 5.2 MnKgs

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- The overall auction offerings declined further and totalled 5.2 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs), of which approximately 0.6 M/Kgs comprised of reprints. There was good general dema... Read More


Sri Lanka makes UK push to position itself as purpose-driven tourism hub

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- The Sri Lanka Tourism authorities have stepped up efforts to rebrand the island nation as a leading purpose-driven travel destination in the UK, spotlighting its biodiversity and... Read More


Colombo prices rise 1.2% in August, ending 11 months of deflation

Sri Lanka, Aug. 30 -- Sri Lanka's Colombo district recorded a 1.2 percent increase in consumer prices in August from a year ago, turning from a 0.3 percent decline in prices continued through July, en... Read More