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Heavy rainfall of around 100 mm expected in five provinces.

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- Heavy rainfall of around 100 mm is likely at some places in the North Central, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western and North Western provinces today, the Meteorological Department sai... Read More


Rs. 2,000 fine proposed for unregistered dogs

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- Dog owners who fail to register their animals could face a Rs. 2,000 fine in addition to the applicable registration fee under a proposed new Bill. The legislation, gazetted by ... Read More


China, India agree to strengthen ties as Xi, Modi meet

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations, with both leaders describing China and India as partners rathe... Read More


SJB takes fight against 22nd Amendment to Colombo streets

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will stage public protest in Colombo on September 24 against the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Cons... Read More


Dehiwala shooting suspect among five arrested in Mount Lavinia raid

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- Five people, including two women, have been arrested during a joint search operation at a housing complex in the Mount Lavinia police area. The operation was conducted by the Sr... Read More


Steps for peace and humanity

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- The Colombo Marathon 2026 - "Steps for Peace and Humanity", organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, was held this morning (Sept. 13) at Baladaksha Mawatha, Colombo... Read More


Firm fined over rice, expired glucose

SriLanka, Sept. 13 -- A Colombo based company has been fined Rs. 200,000 after pleading guilty to charges involving the alleged alteration of original prices on basmati rice packets and the storage of... Read More


How do American sanctions on Iran affect Sri Lanka?

Srilanka, Sept. 12 -- The Trump administration's handling of the conflict with Iran has an apt local simile: That is how Sri Lanka plays cricket these days. Both reveal neither strategy nor conviction... Read More


The Indian Defence Minister's visit -- what happened in-between

Srilanka, Sept. 12 -- On September 8, Indian Defence Minister Ranjith Singh arrived in Colombo. It was the first visit of an Indian Defence Minister to our country in 38 years. It is also the first vi... Read More


Police Must Follow Their Own Instructions

Srilanka, Sept. 12 -- Recent reports of motorists being fined despite apparently complying with the law do little to enhance the image of the Police Force. They also raise questions about whether circ... Read More