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Early trends show big lead for Vijay's TVK in Tamil Nadu

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Two hours since the counting of votes began and early trends show a big win for actor Vijay's new party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). In Tamil Nadu, where votes were cast for 234... Read More


Govt. says Vesak Poya day was determined by Mahanayake Theras

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- In the wake of certain people including some Buddhist monks raising concerns over changing the date of Vesak, the government yesterday reiterated that Vesak Poya was rescheduled fo... Read More


Treasury Secretary should be summoned before privilege committee: Dayasiri

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara is to take up in Parliament this week the dollars 2.5 million theft where he is to propose summoning of Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapper... Read More


A Letter from Chinese Ambassador to Young People of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Amid a period of profound changes unseen in a century, a nation's future increasingly depends on the values, mindset and creativity of its younger generation. In Sri Lanka, I am of... Read More


''Cricket doesn't have to be left-wing'': Bimal on Eran's appointment

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Minister Bimal Rathnayake defended the appointment of Eran Wickramaratne as Chairman of the Cricket Restructuring Committee, while dismissing concerns over political differences an... Read More


Dansala registration begins for Vesak, Poson; Health guidelines issued

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- The Sri Lanka Public Health Inspectors' Association announced that registration of dansalas for the upcoming Vesak and Poson festivals has commenced islandwide. Speaking to the me... Read More


Failure to raise alcohol taxes increases consumption: Fact Sheet

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- A recent Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC) fact sheet has highlighted the growing economic and social consequences of not consistently increasing alcohol taxes over the pa... Read More


Dengue cases rise, 12 deaths reported in 2026

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Health authorities have reported a surge in dengue cases across the country, with 12 dengue-related deaths recorded so far in 2026. Medical experts warn that common symptoms of de... Read More


At least 12 wounded after Oklahoma party shooting

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- US authorities responded to reports of gunfire at about 9pm local time on Sunday at a gathering of young people near Arcadia Lake, Edmond Police Department spokesperson Emily Ward ... Read More


Heated exchange as MP Ramanathan Archchuna refuses life jacket on boat trip

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- A routine boat trip turned into a scene of high tension recently when MP Ramanathan Archchuna reportedly refused to wear a mandatory life jacket, leading to a fierce confrontation ... Read More