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Sri Lanka to seek leniency from EU for GSP+

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- Given the impact of cyclone Ditwah, which caused US $ 4.1 billion damage, Sri Lanka is to seek redress from the European Union in its evaluation of the country's eligibility for ... Read More


"Ship might have sailed" - Joe Root on T20I future

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- In a commanding display of experience and skill, Joe Root guided England to a decisive victory in the 3rd ODI against Sri Lanka, securing the series win. The veteran batter, who ... Read More


HRCSL summons IGP, senior Police officials

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- The Inspector General of Police (IGP) and four other senior police officials including the Ratnapura Senior DIG, Embilipitiya SSP, Embilipitiya ASP and the OIC of the Embilipitiy... Read More


Ranil's case over Rs. 16.6 Mn misuse to be taken up today

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- The case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe over allegations of misusing Rs. 16.6 million in public funds for a private overseas trip is scheduled to be taken up... Read More


Police raise alarm over drug-laced sweets aimed at students

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- The Sri Lanka Police have sounded a severe alarm regarding a disturbing trend where dangerous narcotics are being disguised as popular confectionery items to target schoolchildre... Read More


Husband arrested over petrol attack on wife

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- An individual who hurled petrol and set his wife on fire, causing her serious burn injuries, was arrested by Girandurukotte Police yesterday. The suspect had surrendered to the p... Read More


Rebuilding Sri Lanka, but are we rebuilding people's lives? TPA's Barath Arullsamy questions

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- Barath Arullsamy, Vice President of the Democratic People's Front - Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA), in a statement, questioned whether the government's "Rebuild Sri Lanka" init... Read More


Issues in coal has reduced the capacity of Norochcholai plant: Official

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- The capacity of generating power in the Lakvijaya Power Plant, Norochcholai has affected as a result of inferior quality coal, Plant Manager P. W. Bamunusinghe revealed yesterday... Read More


Compensation cheques issued to Ditwah victims bounce for lack of funds

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- Cheques issued as compensation for houses destroyed in the Ditwah disaster in the Rajangana colony have reportedly been dishonoured due to insufficient funds, raising concerns am... Read More


Over 223,000 tourists arrive in first 25 days of 2026

Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- A total of 223,645 tourists arrived in the country during the first 25 days of the year, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). The SLTDA said that In... Read More