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Wanawasala train derailment due to removal of iron levers

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Investigations have revealed that the derailment of a train travelling from Polgahawela to Kalutara near the Wanawasala Railway Station on Saturday was caused by a drug addict who... Read More


Colombo Floating Market, a white elephant now

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- It has been revealed that out of the 92 shops leased at the Colombo Floating Market project which was launched with great fanfare in 2014, only 16 shops are currently operational.... Read More


Uninterrupted fuel supply assured - CPC

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman D. J. Rajakaruna assured that the corporation is fully capable of ensuring an uninterrupted fuel supply throughout the year, provided n... Read More


17 Years Since End of War; National Victory Day Commemoration Tomorrow

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Today (18) marks 17 years since Sri Lanka brought an end to the three-decade long conflict against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). To mark the military victory, the ... Read More


Severe Lightning Warning Issued for Several Provinces Until Tonight

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued an advisory for severe lightning, valid from 12.00 noon today (18) until 11.30 p.m. tonight. According to the Department of Me... Read More


Adverse Weather Affects Over 5,000 People Across 14 Districts

Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Adverse weather conditions continuing across the island have resulted in significant impacts on lives and property, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). As of 10.00 ... Read More


PM welcomes collaboration between Sri Lankan banks and PayPal to support cross-border services

Sri Lanka, May 16 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya welcomed PayPal's entry into Sri Lanka as the country advances its digital economy ambitions. At an industry event attended by senior Govern... Read More


Levy on single-use plastic, polythene shopping bags

Sri Lanka, May 16 -- The Centre for Environmental Justice (CEJ) has filed a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court seeking a directive compelling the Government to introduce a levy on si... Read More


Sri Lankan economy performing well, reform commitment strong

Sri Lanka, May 16 -- The Sri Lankan economy is performing well, the reform commitment is strong by the authorities, and the IMF will continue to work very closely with the authorities to assess how th... Read More


Heavy showers expected in several areas as low-pressure system persists

Sri Lanka, May 16 -- The Department of Meteorology says the low-pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka continues to persist, bringing cloudy skies and showers to several parts of the island. In ... Read More