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Clinical training for final-year medical students of Moratuwa University begins at Nagoda Hospital
Clinical training for final-year medical students of Moratuwa University begins at Nagoda Hospital
Clinical training for final-year medical students of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Moratuwa has officially commenced at the Kalutara Nagoda Teaching Hospital. MORE..
US, China reach framework deal on TikTok; Trump and Xi to speak on Friday
US, China reach framework deal on TikTok; Trump and Xi to speak on Friday
The United States and China reached a framework agreement to switch short-video app TikTok to U.S.-controlled ownership that will be confirmed in a call between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday, U.S. officials said. MORE..
World Bank commends Sri Lanka’s current economic programme
World Bank commends Sri Lanka’s current economic programme
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has met Johannes Zutt, the Vice President for the South Asia Region of the World Bank Group and a delegation of its representatives visiting Sri Lanka today (15) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Close associate of ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ detained under PTA for 90 days
Close associate of ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ detained under PTA for 90 days
The Western Province North Crimes Division today informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court that Devanmini Dissanayake, also known as “Pas deva”, who is currently in custody, is being detained and interrogated under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) on the orders of the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence. MORE..
China opposes U.S. demand for tariffs on China over Russian oil purchase
China opposes U.S. demand for tariffs on China over Russian oil purchase
China firmly opposes a U.S. demand that Group of Seven and North Atlantic Treaty Organization countries impose tariffs of 50 to 100 percent on China due to the country’s purchase of Russian oil, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce said Monday. MORE..
Four invasive ornamental fish species banned by Fisheries Ministry
Four invasive ornamental fish species banned by Fisheries Ministry
A gazette notification has been issued banning the import and sale of four invasive ornamental fish species by the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic Resources, and Ocean Resources. MORE..
Australia reports decline in HIV, surge in common STIs
Australia reports decline in HIV, surge in common STIs
Australia’s 2024 sexual health report shows a concerning rise in common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) alongside a decline in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) diagnoses. MORE..
Army deployed to contain fire in ‘Nonpareil Reserve’, over 1,000 acres of land destroyed
Army deployed to contain fire in ‘Nonpareil Reserve’, over 1,000 acres of land destroyed
Sri Lanka Army personnel have been deployed to help control the forest fire that broke out in the Nonpareil Reserve in Balangoda, according to Ada Derana reporter. The fire, which has been raging for several days, is reported to have already destroyed over 1,000 acres of land. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several districts including Colombo
Warm weather advisory issued for several districts including Colombo
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-central, North-western and Eastern provinces and in the Colombo, Gampaha, Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Sri Lanka economy reports 4.9% growth in second quarter
Sri Lanka economy reports 4.9% growth in second quarter
Sri Lanka’s economy grew 4.9% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, official data showed on Monday (15). MORE..
Report on motor capacity of BYD vehicles released expected in coming weeks: AG informs court
Report on motor capacity of BYD vehicles released expected in coming weeks: AG informs court
The Attorney General informed the Court of Appeal today (15) that the report of the expert committee appointed to determine the motor capacity of BYD vehicles—which were previously detained by Sri Lanka Customs and later released on bank guarantees—is expected to be submitted in the coming weeks, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Sampath Manamperi informs willingness to surrender to court through attorneys
Sampath Manamperi informs willingness to surrender to court through attorneys
Sampath Manamperi, who is reportedly wanted in connection with ongoing legal proceedings, has notified authorities of his willingness to surrender to court. MORE..
Renovation of Maradana Railway Station launched under Dream Destination program
Renovation of Maradana Railway Station launched under Dream Destination program
The renovation of the Maradana Railway Station, under the government’s “Clean Sri Lanka” and “Dream Destination” initiatives, was officially launched this morning (15) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Officer attached to Galle Housing Development Authority office arrested on bribery charges
Officer attached to Galle Housing Development Authority office arrested on bribery charges
A Technical Officer attached to the Galle office of the National Housing Development Authority has been arrested on bribery charges. MORE..
Youth arrested for defacing Sigiriya Mirror Wall remanded
Youth arrested for defacing Sigiriya Mirror Wall remanded
A youth, who was arrested for allegedly defacing the World Heritage Site of the Sigiriya Mirror Wall (Kedapath Pavura) by the Sigiriya Police yesterday (14), has been remanded. MORE..
UK and US to announce tech, energy deals during Trump visit
UK and US to announce tech, energy deals during Trump visit
The United States and Britain will announce agreements on technology and civil nuclear energy during U.S. President Donald Trump’s unprecedented second state visit this week, as the UK hopes to finalise steel tariffs under a much-vaunted trade deal. MORE..
SC to hear petition against former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda in Jan.
SC to hear petition against former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda in Jan.
The Supreme Court today granted permission to hear an appeal petition filed by the parents of 11 youth who were allegedly abducted and disappeared, requesting that the decision made by the Attorney General to remove former Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Wasantha Karannagoda—who was named as a suspect in the related case—be declared invalid. MORE..
No revision in controlled prices despite rice shortage: CAA
No revision in controlled prices despite rice shortage: CAA
The Chairman of the Consumer Affairs Authority, Hemanta Samarakoon says the CAA has received information regarding the shortage of rice in the market. MORE..
UN Rights Council to debate Israel attack on Qatar Tuesday
UN Rights Council to debate Israel attack on Qatar Tuesday
The United Nations Human Rights Council said it would host an urgent debate on Tuesday on Israel’s airstrike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. MORE..
New Nepal interim ministers sworn in after protests
New Nepal interim ministers sworn in after protests
Nepal’s new interim prime minister unveiled her first ministers on Monday (Sep 15), as the Himalayan nation seeks to restore order after deadly youth-led anti-corruption protests that ousted the previous government. MORE..
Another suspected ‘Ice’ production facility uncovered in Hambantota
Another suspected ‘Ice’ production facility uncovered in Hambantota
Another house believed to have been used by underworld figures ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ and ‘Kudu Nilanga’ for manufacturing the drug ‘Ice’ has been uncovered in Mayurapura, Hambantota by the Kalutara District Crimes Division. MORE..
Rs. 2000 currency note will be gradually introduced into the banking system: CBSL
Rs. 2000 currency note will be gradually introduced into the banking system: CBSL
The newly issued Rs. 2000 commemorative currency note, released on 29 August 2025 to mark its 75th anniversary, will be gradually introduced into the banking system, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced. MORE..
Rising oceans to threaten 1.5 million Australians by 2050: Report
Rising oceans to threaten 1.5 million Australians by 2050: Report
Rising oceans and flooding caused by climate change will threaten the homes and livelihoods of over a million Australians by 2050, while deaths from heat-related illness will soar, a landmark report warned Monday (Sep 15) ahead of the country’s releasing its emission reduction targets this week. MORE..
Govt aims to build independent and people-oriented police service - PM
Govt aims to build independent and people-oriented police service - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that it is the Government’s expectation to transform the Police Service into an independent, efficient, friendly, and people-oriented service. MORE..
Govt’s objective is to reduce prison population– Justice Minister
Govt’s objective is to reduce prison population– Justice Minister
The government’s objective is to reduce the number of people imprisoned in the country, the Minister of Justice and National Integration Harshana Nanayakkara says. MORE..