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Vesak Full Moon Poya Day: Honouring the life of Lord Buddha

Srilanka, May 13 -- The world's most splendid annual Vesak Full Moon Day falls on May 12 this year. The day signifies the birth, enlightenment and the reclining of the Siddhartha Gautama Samma Sambudd... Read More


May 12 is observed as International Nurses Day Nurses: The unseen foundation of the economy

Srilanka, May 13 -- Sri Lanka's nursing profession underpins not only the nation's healthcare provision but also its economic resilience. The dedication of these professionals in delivering care and p... Read More


Another Vesak, another celebration

Sri Lanka, May 13 -- The spirit of Vesak is in full swing with over 8000 dansal being organised across the island. These are in fact the registered dansal and there could be much more done in a smalle... Read More


Domestic and international implications of Bangladesh ban on Awami League

Srilanka, May 13 -- On Saturday, May 10, the Yunus government banned all activities of the Awami League under the Anti-Terrorism Act until the trial of the party and its leaders is completed. Law, Jus... Read More


High time to amend LG election law

Srilanka, May 13 -- In October, 2022, President Ranil Wickremesinghe suggested to downsize the councils during a meeting with professionals The National People's Power (NPP), subsequent to the May 6 ... Read More


NPP confident of backing from other parties in forming councils: Deputy Minister

Srilanka, May 13 -- Deputy Minister Mahinda Jayasinghe said that the National People's Power (NPP) is confident that other opposition parties will support them in forming administrations in local gove... Read More


Tutor Hayeshika Fernando still at large; three police teams probe

Srilanka, May 13 -- Controversial female primary tutor Hayeshika Fernando, who is still at large over an assault involving a youth, is wanted by three police teams, the police said. Reputed among Gr... Read More


Geography teacher arrested for allegedly sexually abusing 14-year-old girl

Srilanka, May 13 -- A 39-year-old geography teacher from a school in Devinuwara has been arrested over allegations of sexually abusing a 14-year-old student. The Matara Division Children and Women's... Read More


Over 25 passengers injured in Aladeniya bus accident

Srilanka, May 13 -- At least 25 passengers travelling on a private bus plying between Yatihalagala and Kulugammana in the Aladeniya area sustained injuries, when the bus veered off the road and fell i... Read More


Horse trading underway to form local governments: Opposition

Srilanka, May 13 -- The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) alleged that the National People's Power (NPP), in stark contrast to its pre-election rhetoric, had resorted to dubious means to ro... Read More