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SriLankan Airlines share issue planned with vested interests: Opposition MP

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- A share issue has been planned for the national carrier SriLankan Airlines, and it is being planned to help certain companies to buy it over, an Opposition MP alleged today. MP... Read More


Tucker 94 fires Ireland to 235 against Oman at T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Captain Lorcan Tucker struck an unbeaten 94 to power Ireland to a mammoth 235-5 against Oman on Saturday, the highest total so far in this year's T20 World Cup. Tucker hit 10 fo... Read More


Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- The Department of Meteorology has issued an 'Amber' advisory warning of severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern Provinces, as well as in the Badulla and Nuwara... Read More


Police seek dash cam video to identify Akuregoda double shooting suspects

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- The Sri Lanka Police have sought public assistance to identify the suspects involved in the fatal double shooting that took place in Akuregoda yesterday. Police said that a lawy... Read More


Boycott Drama Over: India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash back on in Colombo

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Cricket's fiercest rivalry is back as India and Pakistan gear up to clash in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Pakistan had briefly threatened to boycott the match, citing solidari... Read More


Music, Helmets, Knives, and Bottles Banned at India-Pakistan Match

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Police in Colombo have decided to enforce a zero-tolerance policy on prohibited items that will include musical instruments, helmets, jackets, glass bottles, large travel bags, a... Read More


Low pressure area likely over Bay of Bengal: Met Department warns

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- A low pressure area is likely to develop over the Bay of Bengal around February 15, the Department of Meteorology warned today. The Department wants the public to be attentive ... Read More


Two arrested in Kandy for running fake Australia job visa scam

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- Two youths operating a fraudulent visa consultancy centre under the pretext of offering employment opportunities in Australia were arrested yesterday (12) by officers of the Spec... Read More


Committee on High Posts approves four Heads of Mission

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- The Committee on High Posts of Parliament approved the nominations of four Heads of Mission. Accordingly, the Committee approved the nominations of Horana Mahawatte Gedara Saman... Read More


Month-long temporary ordination programme open at Theravada temple in Thailand

Sri Lanka, Feb. 13 -- An opportunity has been announced for both men and women to receive temporary ordination for the entire month of Esala at a renowned Theravada Buddhist temple in Thailand, Venera... Read More