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"Suresh is an innocent man suffering for no reason" - Manori Sallay

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS), Retired Major General Suresh Sallay has been detained for over 105 days under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) due t... Read More


Schools targeted in nationwide dengue Control drive today

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- In line with the ongoing National Dengue Control Week, authorities have launched a nationwide dengue prevention programme today (18), focusing on schools and other educational in... Read More


Nearly 30,000 new teachers to be recruited this year - PM

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- The government will recruit nearly 30,000 new teachers this year in what Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya described as the largest teacher recruitment drive in the country's... Read More


Global crude oil prices fall further as U.S.-Iran peace deal eases supply fears

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Global crude oil prices extended their decline on Thursday after the United States and Iran signed an interim peace agreement, easing concerns over oil supply disruptions in the ... Read More


Decisions on education must prioritise children's best interests: PM

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- All decisions relating to education should be guided by the principle of providing the best possible opportunities for children, stressing that the government is making a signifi... Read More


FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Tables: Live Standings, Rankings and Qualification Guide

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- The FIFA World Cup group stage is where World Cups are won and lost long before anyone lifts the trophy. Reputations are forged in the opening minutes of a tournament, and a sing... Read More


Industry calls for direct European charters as shifting airline dynamics challenge Sri Lanka's tourism yield

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) is urging the government to offer incentives for direct European charters to attract high-yielding affluent traveller... Read More


Daily vehicle import bill drops below USD 4Mn

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Anil Jayantha Fernando said that Sri Lanka's daily foreign exchange outflow for vehicle imports has fallen to below USD 4 million followin... Read More


Medicine prices set to surge

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Pharmaceutical prices are expected to rise after the government indicated its willingness to address concerns raised by Indian suppliers regarding the non-renewal of import licen... Read More


Corporates must look beyond banks: SEC Chief

Sri Lanka, June 18 -- The capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is positioning equity and debt markets to play a larger role in financing economic growth, noting that... Read More