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Buddha Sasana Council approves committee proposals on handling detained Buddhist monks

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- The Buddha Sasana Council met today (20) at the Ministry of Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, with the participation of members of the Maha Sangha representing all t... Read More


President pays final respects to Most Venerable Kappetiyagoda Sirivimala Thera

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake paid his final respects this afternoon (20) to Deputy Chief Prelate of the Ramanna Sect and Chief Incumbent of the Getambe Rajopavanaramaya in ... Read More


Nalinda Jayatissa rejects claims that proposed anti-terrorism bill targets tattoos and long hair

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa today (20) addressed several controversial issues surrounding the new Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill, which t... Read More


Tense situation in front of Environment Ministry over Kavantissa: Protesters demand Minister's resignation while hooting at officials

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Environmental organisations, civil society groups, and social activists are currently holding a massive protest in front of the "Sobadam Piyasa" Environment Ministry in Battaramu... Read More


Sri Lanka aims to clear backlog of 650,000 number plates and 450,000 driving licenses within six months

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Sri Lanka expects to resolve the backlog of 650,000 vehicle number plates and 450,000 driving licences within the next six months, Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, retired ... Read More


Sajith calls for special task force and wildlife hospital to protect Sri Lanka's remaining tuskers

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has proposed setting up a dedicated task force to safeguard Sri Lanka's remaining tuskers, along with a specialised wildlife hospital, modern v... Read More


Sri Lanka aims to welcome five million international tourists annually by 2030

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Speaking at the launch of the Gampaha District Tourism Promotion Strategic Plan in Negombo, Herath highlighted tourist safety as a major priority in the country's efforts to expa... Read More


Vidullanka and David Pieris commission 10 MW solar power plant in Ranna

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Vidullanka PLC, in partnership with David Pieris Motor Company, has commissioned a 10 MW solar power plant in Ranna, marking another step in Sri Lanka's renewable energy developm... Read More


Sri Lanka's 2027 government expenditure to rise 12.6% to Rs. 4.99 trillion

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Sri Lanka's total government expenditure is projected to increase 12.6% year-on-year to Rs. 4.993 trillion in 2027, from Rs. 4.434 trillion in 2026, with a sharp rise in capital ... Read More


SJB-controlled Pathahewaheta Pradeshiya Sabha suspended

Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Central Province Governor suspended the powers of Pathahewaheta Pradeshiya Sabha, which was under the control of Samagi Jana Balawegaya, by issuing a special gazette notification... Read More