Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems
The National System Operator (Private) Limited states that, in order to ensure the reliability and stable operation of the national grid during the Vesak festival period, rooftop solar panel owners are kindly requested to voluntarily switch off their solar power systems until 3:00 p.m. today. MORE..
- New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
- Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
- First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued
- MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message
- Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message
- “Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
- Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest
- Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today
- Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems
- Police warn public over fake messages circulating on traffic fine payments
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Police warn public over fake messages circulating on traffic fine payments
Sri Lanka Police state that complaints have recently been received regarding social media messages falsely circulating as official communications from the Police Department concerning the payment of traffic violation fines. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today
Sri Lanka’s largest dansala, organized by the Derana Media Network and operating continuously for 24 hours, will be held today (30) at the Independence Square premises in Colombo. MORE..
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Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation into the shooting and killing of an individual on May 12 in the Dangedara area within the Galle Police Division. MORE..
“Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
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Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has extended Vesak Day greetings to the people of Sri Lanka and the world, highlighting Buddhist teachings on equality, self-reliance, and the value of human life. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, in his Vesak Day message, highlighted the spiritual significance of the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day and urged Buddhists to reflect on the teachings of the Buddha. MORE..
First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued
The first of five men found alive after spending more than a week trapped inside a flooded cave in Laos has been freed. MORE..
Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would soon decide on a proposed deal to extend the ceasefire with Iran, though the two countries still appeared to differ on significant issues that have been central to the conflict. MORE..
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Major General Nilantha Premaratne of the Sri Lanka Artillery has been appointed as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army. MORE..
PM urges society to embrace compassion, kindness and wisdom in Vesak message
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her Vesak Day message, called on the public to use the sacred Vesak season as an opportunity to illuminate their hearts with compassion, kindness, and wisdom, while dispelling the roots of greed, hatred, and delusion. MORE..
President calls for peace, reconciliation and compassion in Vesak message
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Vesak message, emphasized the enduring relevance of Buddhist teachings in fostering peace, coexistence, and reconciliation in contemporary society, urging people to embrace the values of non-violence, compassion, and loving-kindness in their lives. MORE..
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Inmate sentenced to death hospitalised after drinking poison
An inmate who was sentenced to death has been admitted to the Nuwara Eliya District General Hospital after reportedly consuming poison. MORE..
Police warn public over fake social media messages claiming traffic fine payment facility
Sri Lanka Police has urged the public not to be deceived by fake messages circulating on social media claiming that the Police Department is offering a facility to pay fines for traffic violations.MORE..
US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘weaponization’ fund
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Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today
Sri Lanka’s largest dansala, organized by the Derana Media Network and operating continuously for 24 hours, will be held today (30) at the Independence Square premises in Colombo. MORE..
Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation into the shooting and killing of an individual on May 12 in the Dangedara area within the Galle Police Division. MORE..
“Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
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Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has extended Vesak Day greetings to the people of Sri Lanka and the world, highlighting Buddhist teachings on equality, self-reliance, and the value of human life. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, in his Vesak Day message, highlighted the spiritual significance of the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day and urged Buddhists to reflect on the teachings of the Buddha. MORE..
First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued
The first of five men found alive after spending more than a week trapped inside a flooded cave in Laos has been freed. MORE..
Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would soon decide on a proposed deal to extend the ceasefire with Iran, though the two countries still appeared to differ on significant issues that have been central to the conflict. MORE..
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
Major General Nilantha Premaratne of the Sri Lanka Artillery has been appointed as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army. MORE..
PM urges society to embrace compassion, kindness and wisdom in Vesak message
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her Vesak Day message, called on the public to use the sacred Vesak season as an opportunity to illuminate their hearts with compassion, kindness, and wisdom, while dispelling the roots of greed, hatred, and delusion. MORE..
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