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Italian Ambassador calls on Defence Secretary

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- Italy's Ambassador to Sri Lanka, with accreditation to the Maldives Damiano Francovigh paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha at the... Read More


President reviews progress on establishing Central Highlands Protection Authority

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- A discussion to review the progress of the process to establish a new authority for the protection and restoration of the Central Highlands was held at the Presidential Secretariat... Read More


Country needs a humane, social democratic economic programme - Sajith

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- I extend my deepest respect to the entire working community of our country on this International Workers' Day, commemorated today in memory of the historic labour struggle that beg... Read More


Dedicated to creating a fair, safe working environment - PM

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- The history of the Sri Lankan labour movement is a remarkable journey, shaped over decades by the blood, sweat and sacrifices made in the pursuit of rights, justice and dignity, Pr... Read More


29 May Day rallies today

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- A total of 29 major rallies are scheduled to be held today to mark International Labour Day, with the primary events centered in Colombo. The National People's Power (NPP) will ho... Read More


Significant economic achievements despite challenging global climate

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- The working people of Sri Lanka mark this year's May Day at a decisive moment, as the country secures significant economic achievements despite a challenging global climate shaped ... Read More


Treasury Secretary briefs CoPF of cyber theft

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- Following summons issued by the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) to examine the alleged misdirection of US$ 2.5 million, Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma appeared be... Read More


Treasury funds transfer debate next week; Speaker calls for discipline

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- Speaker Dr.Jagath Wickramaratne said the Leader of the House had agreed to schedule the debate requested by the Opposition regarding the transfer of US$ 2.5 million from the Genera... Read More


Showers expected across most parts of the island after 1 pm today

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of the island after 1.00 pm today (01), according to the Department of Meteorology. Fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm is l... Read More


SJB Galagedara and Teldeniya organisers resign

Sri Lanka, May 1 -- Retired Major General Nissanka Ranawana and Channa Galappaththi, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) organisers for the Galagedara and Teldeniya electorates respectively, have stepped... Read More