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Date fixed for no-confidence motion debate against Justice Minister

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- Parliament will debate the no-confidence motion against Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara on Friday, the Parliament Media Unit said. The motion primarily accuses Minister Na... Read More


Largest marine plastic waste stock sent for recycling after MSC ELSA 3 spill

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- The largest quantity of marine plastic waste collected following the MSC ELSA 3 maritime incident has been officially cleared for recycling, marking a major milestone in Sri Lank... Read More


DNA tests underway to confirm identities of victims in Homagama factory fire

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- Authorities have commenced DNA testing to officially confirm the identities of five employees who died in a major fire at a helmet manufacturing factory in the Katuwana Industria... Read More


Ministry of Transport, Highways gets new Secretary

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Eng. (Dr.) Asiri Karunawardena as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, the President's... Read More


Rs. 50mn worth illegal smartphones seized at Liberty Plaza

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- More than 300 illegally imported high-end smartphones, including the latest Apple iPhone models, with an estimated value of around Rs. 50 million have been seized during a raid a... Read More


PM reviews progress of education digitalisation programme

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has reviewed the progress of Sri Lanka's education digitalisation programme and future initiatives aimed at strengthening digital facilities... Read More


Defence Adviser to Indian HC calls on Navy Commander

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- The Defence Adviser to the High Commission of India in Colombo, Captain M Anand called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando at the Navy Headquarters today, 22 J... Read More


Criminal record or false info could permanently block US entry: Embassy

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- The U.S. Embassy in Colombo has warned visa applicants that criminal convictions and false information provided during the application process could lead to permanent restriction... Read More


DAPH calls for coordinated plan to eliminate rabies by 2030

Sri Lanka, July 22 -- The Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) has called for a planned and humane approach to eliminate rabies in Sri Lanka by 2030, highlighting the need for cooperation... Read More


McLarens Lubricants wins 'Best Customer-Centric Supplier' award

Sri Lanka, July 21 -- McLarens Lubricants Limited has been recognized as the Best Customer-Centric Supplier at the Automobile Industry Awards 2026, organized by the Automobile Industry Council of Sri ... Read More