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Pakistan, Afghanistan extend ceasefire as Doha talks set to begin, sources say

Pakistan, Afghanistan extend ceasefire as Doha talks set to begin, sources say

India’s neighbourhood first policy helping all: Sri Lanka PM At NDTV World Summit

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said today that India’s neighbourhood first policy is helping all the neighbouring countries. MORE..

‘Glad that President heeded our consistent critique of Penal Code amendment’ – Dilith

‘Sarvajana Balaya’ leader and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera says he is glad that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has heeded their consistent critique of a policy measure that would have “irreversibly harmed the growth of Sri Lanka’s primary and secondary education.” MORE..

President convenes National Operations Council for ‘Ratama Ekata’ anti-drug program for first time

The National Operations Council for the “Ratama Ekata - National Operation” convened for the first time today (17) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to implement a national program aimed at eradicating the drug menace, a national disaster currently facing the country, the PMD reported. MORE..

Heavy traffic on several roads in Colombo due to rain

Severe traffic congestion has been reported on several roads in Colombo due to the prevailing heavy rains. MORE..

Three including police officer arrested for sheltering Ishara Sewwandi

Three suspects including a Police Constable, his mother-in-law and a close associate of an organised criminal have been arrested for allegedly sheltering Ishara Sewwandi, the wanted fugitive who was recently arrested in Nepal and brought back to Sri Lanka. MORE..

New subsidised air ticket counter launched for migrant workers

A new ticket counter offering air tickets at subsidised prices has been launched at the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Agency (SLFEA) in Narahenpita, in accordance with the government’s new program for migrant workers leaving for foreign employment. MORE..

ASPI records new all-time high

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) achieved a historic milestone today (17), as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surpassed the 22,500-point mark for the first time in history. MORE..

Sri Lanka signs USD 100M loan and USD 6.9M grant agreements with ADB for health program

The Government of Sri Lanka held discussions with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to mobilize a loan amounting to USD 100 million, coupled with an externally financed grant amounting to USD 6.9 million...MORE..

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53kg of heroin found in boat intercepted in Southern seas

The exact contents of the boat apprehended in the Southern seas by the Sri Lanka Navy, and escorted to the Galle Fisheries Harbour this morning (17), have been revealed by the navy. MORE..

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Sri Lanka's fiscal consolidation must be consistent with political feasibility - IMF Deputy Director (English)

Sri Lanka's fiscal consolidation must be consistent with political feasibility - IMF Deputy Director (English)

Indian PM Modi holds bilateral discussions with Sri Lankan PM Harini (English)

President convenes National Operations Council for 'Ratama Ekata' anti-drug program for first time (English)

SC dismisses petitions challenging India-Sri Lanka Digital ID MoU (English)

Sri Lanka must stay the course, reforms remain crucial: IMF stresses in Washington DC (English)

Former Director of State Engineering Corporation arrested on corruption charge (English)

PM Harini lands in New Delhi for maiden visit to India after assuming office (English)

Low taxes and inequitable policies deepened Sri Lanka's economic crisis - HRW (English)

IMF launches World Economic Outlook & Financial Stability Report, Sri Lanka in focus (English)

All reviews under IMF's EFF to be concluded by 2027 - CBSL Governor (English)

Ex-Minister Manusha Nanayakkara granted bail following arrest by Bribery Comm. (English)

IMF & World Bank Annual Meetings 2025 begins in Washington D.C (English)

Major coordinated operation results in seizure of 839kg narcotics in southern seas (English)

'Ishara Sewwandi' brought back to Sri Lanka from Nepal (English)

Technology

BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues

BYD makes largest recall of over 115,000 cars due to design, battery issues

Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit

Samsung to showcase its first ever trifold phone at APEC summit

Samsung Electronics shares hit record high

Samsung Electronics shares hit record high

YouTube resolves issue that briefly impacted video streaming globally

YouTube resolves issue that briefly impacted video streaming globally

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Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses

Derana Closeup Colombo Music Festival 2025 set to electrify with two shows and masterclasses

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51

Grammy-winning neo-soul singer D’Angelo dies at 51

Taylor Swift net worth surpasses $2 billion following ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album success

Taylor Swift net worth surpasses $2 billion following ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album success

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Alcaraz and Sinner set up blockbuster final at Six Kings Slam

Alcaraz and Sinner set up blockbuster final at Six Kings Slam

Ex-Test cricketer Jayananda Warnaweera passes away, aged 64

Nepal, Oman qualify for 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka

India set to host 2030 centenary Commonwealth Games

Sri Lanka drops to third in WTC standings after Pakistan’s win over South Africa