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Thundershowers after 1pm today

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The Department of Meteorology forecasts showers or thundershowers at most places of the island after 1.00 pm. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in Wester... Read More


Colombo bourse ends red

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The All Share Price Index of the Colombo Stock Exchange closed at 22,566.58 points after declining by 73.23 points today (23). The S&P SL20 index also declined by 8.11 points t... Read More


Level 1 landslide early warnings issued

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Level 1 (Yellow) landslide early warning notices were issued by the National Building Research Institute (NBRI) for several Divisional Secretariat divisions in two districts due... Read More


Court orders report on dhal fraud case

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- A detailed report regarding the alleged fraudulent acquisition of 10 dhal containers worth over Rs. 60 million and the misappropriation of dhal cleaning machinery valued at over... Read More


Funds lost to hackers can be recovered if transferred abroad

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Money from the General Treasury that allegedly fell into the hands of computer hackers can be recovered if it has been transferred to other countries, according to the Sri Lanka... Read More


Five suspects in heroin seizure remanded

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Five suspects, who were being held under detention orders after being arrested while transporting over 161 kilograms of heroin in the deep sea, were ordered to be remanded until... Read More


Deadline for 2026 Advanced Level exam applications tomorrow

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The window to submit applications for the 2026 G.C.E. Advanced Level examination closes tomorrow(4). The Department of Examinations issued a special media release confirming tha... Read More


Lal Kantha accused of misusing state property

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- A formal complaint was filed with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption today (23) by the New People's Front against Agriculture Minister K.D. Lal K... Read More


Safety guidelines issued for Vesak and Poson Dansal

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Specific health and safety protocols for Dansal held across the country during the upcoming Vesak and Poson festivals appear in a new directive. Director General of Health Serv... Read More


International Peace Walk commences in Dambulla

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A peace walk aimed at promoting global harmony began in Dambulla a short while ago. The event is scheduled to continue until April 28 with official state sponsorship. Vietnames... Read More