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China shows global leadership in advancing women’s development, says Sri Lankan PM
China shows global leadership in advancing women’s development, says Sri Lankan PM
China has demonstrated strong commitment and global leadership in advancing women’s rights and gender equality through concrete actions such as hosting the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, said Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
Pakistan PM vows strong response after Afghanistan claims killing 58 soldiers
Pakistan PM vows strong response after Afghanistan claims killing 58 soldiers
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday condemned what he called Afghanistan’s “provocations” along the border and promised a “strong and effective response” after Afghan officials claimed to have killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight clashes. MORE..
Sri Lanka determined to ensure safe and inclusive political participation for women – Minister
Sri Lanka determined to ensure safe and inclusive political participation for women – Minister
Sri Lanka is prepared to work with the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) to ensure that women across Commonwealth countries can participate in politics in a safe environment, free from coercion and violence, says Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj. MORE..
SLBFE expands investigations into foreign employment fraudsters
SLBFE expands investigations into foreign employment fraudsters
The Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau has requested the general public to provide information regarding fraudulent foreign employment agencies or individuals to its Special Investigation Division. MORE..
Madagascar’s president says illegal power grab by military is under way
Madagascar’s president says illegal power grab by military is under way
Madagascar’s president said an “attempt to seize power illegally and by force” was under way, as an elite military unit that joined protesters on the streets on Saturday announced it was taking over the army. MORE..
Father arrested for attempting to shoot his son in Arachchikattuwa
Father arrested for attempting to shoot his son in Arachchikattuwa
An individual has been taken into custody by the Arachchikattuwa Police for allegedly attempting to shoot his son with a pistol. MORE..
State Counsel to represent remanded police officer in Mount Lavinia court assault case - IGP
State Counsel to represent remanded police officer in Mount Lavinia court assault case - IGP
A State Counsel will appear in court tomorrow (13) on behalf of the police officer currently in remand custody over the alleged assault of a lawyer within the premises of the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court, Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya has stated. MORE..
Afghanistan claims 58 Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes; border closed
Afghanistan claims 58 Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes; border closed
Pakistan closed border crossings with Afghanistan on Sunday, Pakistani officials said, following exchanges of fire between the forces of the two countries overnight in which Kabul claimed to have killed 58 Pakistani soldiers. MORE..
Magistrate orders CCTV review over alleged police assault on lawyer at Mount Lavinia court
Magistrate orders CCTV review over alleged police assault on lawyer at Mount Lavinia court
The Additional Magistrate of Mount Lavinia has ordered further investigations using CCTV footage from within the court premises in connection with an incident where a police officer allegedly assaulted a lawyer. MORE..
Over 700 rounds of ammunition recovered from Moragahakanda Reservoir
Over 700 rounds of ammunition recovered from Moragahakanda Reservoir
A total of 715 rounds of various ammunition, including for T-56 weapons, recovered from the Moragahakanda Reservoir during a special operation, police stated. MORE..
Israel vows to destroy Hamas tunnels once hostages free
Israel vows to destroy Hamas tunnels once hostages free
Israel plans to destroy what remains of Hamas’ network of tunnels under Gaza, working with US approval after its hostages are freed, it said on Sunday (Oct 12). MORE..
Circular issued to Magistrates concerning detention of prisoners and suspects
Circular issued to Magistrates concerning detention of prisoners and suspects
A notice has been issued to magistrates by the Judicial Service Commission instructing them to refrain from issuing orders for suspects or prisoners to be detained in special prisons. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in several provinces and districts. MORE..
PM Harini lands in Beijing ahead of Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women
PM Harini lands in Beijing ahead of Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has landed in Beijing, China today for an official visit to attend the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women 2025, upon the invitation of the Government of the People’s Republic of China. MORE..
Former US President Joe Biden receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer
Former US President Joe Biden receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer
Former US President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy as part of his treatment for prostate cancer, his spokesman has said. MORE..
Majority of hospital admissions in Sri Lanka caused by accidents: Health Minister
Majority of hospital admissions in Sri Lanka caused by accidents: Health Minister
The majority of hospital admissions in Sri Lanka are caused by accidents, says Minister of Health and Mass Media Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..
China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat
China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat
Beijing has vowed countermeasures against Washington if US President Donald Trump makes good on his threat to impose new 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. MORE..
Daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before year-end: President
Daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before year-end: President
The daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before the end of this year, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated while speaking at an event in Bandarawela. MORE..
| October 12, 2025 11:48 am
Two dead in tragic accident in Narammala
Two dead in tragic accident in Narammala
Two individuals have died in a tragic accident that occurred in the early hours of today (12), along the Horambawa-Mavi Ela road in Alahitiyawa, Narammala. MORE..
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrives in Sri Lanka
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrives in Sri Lanka
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) has arrived in the island a short while ago. MORE..
| October 12, 2025 11:10 am
Ceremony to hand over title deeds for 2,000 housing units to estate community underway in Bandarawela
Ceremony to hand over title deeds for 2,000 housing units to estate community underway in Bandarawela
The ceremony to award title deeds for over 2,000 housing units to the upcountry plantation community is currently underway at the Bandarawela Public Grounds under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
| October 12, 2025 10:59 am
Sri Lanka highlights investment potential during visit by US Business Think Tank delegation
Sri Lanka highlights investment potential during visit by US Business Think Tank delegation
A 23-member U.S. delegation comprising senior representatives from leading American think tanks and private sector enterprises paid a courtesy call on the Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka, Arjuna Herath. MORE..
Over Rs. 4 bln in assessment tax arrears in Colombo MC area - COPA
Over Rs. 4 bln in assessment tax arrears in Colombo MC area - COPA
The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has revealed that more than Rs. 4 billion in assessment tax arrears remain outstanding within the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area. MORE..
Gazette issued on revised ministerial and deputy ministerial portfolios
Gazette issued on revised ministerial and deputy ministerial portfolios
The official Gazette notification announcing the revised ministerial and deputy ministerial portfolios, following the NPP government’s first Cabinet reshuffle, has been issued. MORE..
Trump and Sisi to host Gaza peace summit on Monday
Trump and Sisi to host Gaza peace summit on Monday
US President Donald Trump and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will on Monday chair a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, the Egyptian presidency said on Saturday, October 11. MORE..