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Govt aims to expand Sri Lanka’s digital economy to USD 15 billion: PM Harini
Govt aims to expand Sri Lanka’s digital economy to USD 15 billion: PM Harini
The foundation for realizing Sri Lanka’s vision of entering the digital era is developing the human resource that is compatible with modern technology and a significant focus was drawn in this regard in the ongoing educational reforms, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..
University lecturers to launch strike today over several issues
University lecturers to launch strike today over several issues
The Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) has announced that university lecturers will engage in strike action today (30) due to the government’s continued failure to resolve the pressing issues within the university system. MORE..
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu agree new Gaza peace plan
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu agree new Gaza peace plan
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu say they have agreed a new peace plan for Gaza, warning Hamas to accept it. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected today in parts of the island
Several spells of showers expected today in parts of the island
Several spells of showers are expected in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts today (30), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s investment climate remains challenging: US State Department
Sri Lanka’s investment climate remains challenging: US State Department
While 5 percent GDP growth in 2024 exceeded expectations, Sri Lanka’s investment climate remains challenging, according to the US Statement Department. MORE..
Prime Minister meets IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka
Prime Minister meets IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka
The Mission Chief for Sri Lanka of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Evan Papageorgiou, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees on September 29. MORE..
President discusses investment opportunities with Japanese business leaders
President discusses investment opportunities with Japanese business leaders
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake participated in a roundtable discussion with leading Japanese business leaders today (29) at the headquarters of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). MORE..
12 injured in bus accident in Randenigala
12 injured in bus accident in Randenigala
At least 12 individuals have sustained injuries in an accident reported along the Kandy-Badulla main road in Randenigala this evening (29), police stated. MORE..
UK plans tougher rules for migrants seeking to stay in country
UK plans tougher rules for migrants seeking to stay in country
Britain’s interior minister on Monday proposed tough new rules for migrants seeking to settle in the United Kingdom, as the ruling Labour Party bolstered its fight against the hard right at its annual conference. MORE..
Defence Ministry to get tough on the use of ‘Hakka Patas’ or ‘Cheena Patas’
Defence Ministry to get tough on the use of ‘Hakka Patas’ or ‘Cheena Patas’
The Ministry of Defence has advised the general public to refrain from using illegal explosives and to assist by reporting any incidents of manufacturing, possessing, or selling the already prohibited “Hakka Patas” or “Cheena Patas” used to produce them, to the nearest police station or wildlife authorities. MORE..
Massive support for hartal in Mannar
Massive support for hartal in Mannar
Local residents and business owners have claimed today’s hartal in Mannar was a massive success. MORE..
Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on films made outside US, threatens levy on furniture
Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on films made outside US, threatens levy on furniture
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he would impose a 100 per cent tariff on all foreign-made movies, an unprecedented move that threatens to upend Hollywood’s global business model. MORE..
President Anura Kumara meets Japanese FM Katsunobu Katō in Tokyo
President Anura Kumara meets Japanese FM Katsunobu Katō in Tokyo
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently engaged in an official visit to Japan has met Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Katō this afternoon (29) at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo for bilateral discussions. MORE..
Four arrested over recent Tangalle drug seizure remanded
Four arrested over recent Tangalle drug seizure remanded
The four suspects arrested in connection with the recent discovery of a haul of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’) in Seenimodara, Tangalle on September 24, have been remanded, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Oil prices drop 1% on expected global supply growth
Oil prices drop 1% on expected global supply growth
Oil prices fell by more than 1 per cent on Monday as OPEC+ plans for another increase to oil output in November and the resumption of oil exports by Iraq’s Kurdistan region via Turkey raised the global supply outlook. MORE..
Mobile phones of Backhoe Saman’s wife to be sent for forensic examination
Mobile phones of Backhoe Saman’s wife to be sent for forensic examination
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (29) that an inquiry is being conducted pertaining to the mobile phones belonging to Shadhika Lakshani, the wife of Backhoe Saman, who is currently detained under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. MORE..
ASPI closes at new all-time high today
ASPI closes at new all-time high today
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed at an all-time high after gaining over 77 points today (29). MORE..
‘Mephedrone’ drug discovered for the first time in Sri Lanka - Senior DIG Southern Province
‘Mephedrone’ drug discovered for the first time in Sri Lanka - Senior DIG Southern Province
Sri Lanka has detected the highly dangerous synthetic stimulant drug ‘Mephedrone’ for the first time, the Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police of the Southern Province Kithsiri Jayalath stated. MORE..
Karur Stampede: Bomb threat to Vijay’s house after 41 people died; Probe on
Karur Stampede: Bomb threat to Vijay’s house after 41 people died; Probe on
Following a stampede at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) event in India’s Karur, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s residence in Chennai received a bomb threat. MORE..
PM Harini tells new recruits to provide efficient public service
PM Harini tells new recruits to provide efficient public service
The aim of the government is to establish an independent and efficient public service that properly serves the people, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated. MORE..
University lecturers to launch strike tomorrow over several issues
University lecturers to launch strike tomorrow over several issues
The Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) has announced that it will engage in strike action tomorrow (30) due to the government’s continued failure to resolve longstanding issues within the university system. MORE..
Moody’s affirms India’s Baa3 rating, maintains stable outlook
Moody’s affirms India’s Baa3 rating, maintains stable outlook
Moody’s Ratings on Monday affirmed the Government of India’s long-term local and foreign-currency issuer ratings and the local-currency senior unsecured rating at Baa3. The ratings agency also affirmed India’s other short-term local-currency rating at P-3. The outlook remains stable. MORE..
Appeals Court sets hearing for petition seeking to invalidate MP Upali Pannilage’s parliamentary seat
Appeals Court sets hearing for petition seeking to invalidate MP Upali Pannilage’s parliamentary seat
The Court of Appeal has scheduled a hearing for February 27, 2026 to consider a petition requesting an order to invalidate the parliamentary seat of Dr. Upali Pannilage. MORE..
Energy Minister holds talks to strengthen energy cooperation with India
Energy Minister holds talks to strengthen energy cooperation with India
Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody, who is currently on an official visit to India, held discussions with India’s Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi. MORE..
Google to provide free access to Gemini AI Plus for Sri Lankan students – Dy Minister
Google to provide free access to Gemini AI Plus for Sri Lankan students – Dy Minister
Google will provide Sri Lankan students free access to its Gemini advanced features, along with other benefits, under its student offer, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne, announced today (29). MORE..