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ASPI crosses 23,000 for the first time
ASPI crosses 23,000 for the first time
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) surpassed the 23,000-point mark for the first time in history, during this morning’s (04) trading session. MORE..
Over 1,200 arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids
Over 1,200 arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids
More than 1,200 individuals have been arrested yesterday (03) under the launch of the nationwide operation to eradicate drugs from the country under the theme “Nation United – National Drive”, aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..
Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications in August, highest refusal rate globally
Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications in August, highest refusal rate globally
Canada’s clampdown on international students has hit applicants from India particularly hard, government data shows, as what was once a preferred destination loses its allure for Indian students. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM urges Indian Govt. to secure release of fishermen held in Sri Lanka
Tamil Nadu CM urges Indian Govt. to secure release of fishermen held in Sri Lanka
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday urged External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar to initiate immediate diplomatic efforts with the Sri Lankan government to secure the release of all the arrested fishermen along with their boats. MORE..
Unions give govt. deadline to reverse school hours extension decision
Unions give govt. deadline to reverse school hours extension decision
The Teachers’ and Principals’ Trade Union Alliance has announced that it will give the government time until November 7 to reverse the decision to extend the duration of the school term. MORE..
Govt. has managed to gradually reduce budget deficit – Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
Govt. has managed to gradually reduce budget deficit – Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
The current government has been able to systematically reduce the budget deficit, says Professor Priyanga Dunusinghe of the Department of Economics, University of Colombo. MORE..
Three killed, four missing in Nepal avalanche
Three killed, four missing in Nepal avalanche
An avalanche at a mountain base camp in eastern Nepal has killed at least three people and left four foreign climbers missing, a local official told AFP on Monday (Nov 3). MORE..
CID reports surge in complaints on scams through WhatsApp
CID reports surge in complaints on scams through WhatsApp
A rise in complaints concerning money being solicited through WhatsApp messages has been observed, according to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
Third phase of excavation at Chemmani mass grave postponed
Third phase of excavation at Chemmani mass grave postponed
The third phase of excavation work at the Chemmani mass grave has been postponed due to rainwater accumulating inside the burial site. MORE..
Maldives bans smoking for younger generations
Maldives bans smoking for younger generations
The Maldives has banned young people born on or after 1 January 2007 from smoking tobacco, becoming the only country in the world to enforce a nationwide generational tobacco prohibition. MORE..
PM Harini meets Vatican FM Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher
PM Harini meets Vatican FM Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See has called on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
Showers expected in several areas after 2pm today
Showers expected in several areas after 2pm today
Showers or thundershowers can be expected at a few places in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Northern provinces and in the Trincomalee district after 2.00 p.m. today (04), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Three-wheeler driver killed in accident near Moragahahena
Three-wheeler driver killed in accident near Moragahahena
A three-wheeler driver has died following an accident near the Moragahahena town, where his vehicle overturned and collided with a car, police stated. MORE..
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GovPay processes over Rs. 1 billion in digital payments
GovPay processes over Rs. 1 billion in digital payments
GovPay, a secure and user-friendly online platform designed to facilitate digital payments for Sri Lanka’s government services, has successfully processed over Rs. 1 billion in transactions, the Ministry of Digital Economy stated. MORE..
‘Wana Surakuma Joint Operations Centre’ launched to protect Sri Lanka’s forests
‘Wana Surakuma Joint Operations Centre’ launched to protect Sri Lanka’s forests
The ‘Wana Surakuma Joint Operations Centre’, established with the aim of protecting Sri Lanka’s natural forest resources and combating forest crimes, was inaugurated today (03) at the Ministry of Environment premises. MORE..
Tourist arrivals in October top 165,000
Tourist arrivals in October top 165,000
A total of 165,193 tourists have arrived in the country in the month of October, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
India’s Adani Power opts for arbitration to settle payment dispute with Bangladesh
India’s Adani Power opts for arbitration to settle payment dispute with Bangladesh
India’s Adani Power said on Monday it has opted for an international arbitration process to resolve disputes over Bangladesh’s power supply payments. MORE..
One-day NIC service extended to Kurunegala office
One-day NIC service extended to Kurunegala office
The one-day service for issuing National Identity Cards which was limited to the head office of the Department for Registration of Persons and the Galle office has been extended. MORE..
Decision to extend school hours taken after discussions with all parties: PM Harini
Decision to extend school hours taken after discussions with all parties: PM Harini
The decision to extend school hours by half an hour was taken after discussions with all relevant parties, including trade unions, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..
Training institute in Mawanella suspended for issuing fake NVQ certificates
Training institute in Mawanella suspended for issuing fake NVQ certificates
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment has temporarily suspended a training institute operating in Mawanella for allegedly issuing fraudulent NVQ certificates required for foreign employment. MORE..
Couple linked to ‘Dubai Kudu Dilini’ arrested in Kegalle
Couple linked to ‘Dubai Kudu Dilini’ arrested in Kegalle
A couple allegedly connected to a female drug trafficker known by the aliases ‘Dubai Kudu Dilini’ and ‘Kandy Queen’, who is believed to be operating a narcotics distribution network in Sri Lanka from Dubai, has been arrested. MORE..
Traffic restrictions along Colombo–Kandy road due to Central Expressway construction
Traffic restrictions along Colombo–Kandy road due to Central Expressway construction
Vehicular movement along the Colombo–Kandy main road will be restricted in Kadawatha due to construction work related to the Central Expressway Project, Sri Lanka Police have announced. MORE..
Netherlands to return stolen ancient sculpture to Egypt
Netherlands to return stolen ancient sculpture to Egypt
The Netherlands has said it will return a stolen 3,500-year-old sculpture to Egypt. MORE..
Six arrested over seizure of 335kg of narcotics detained for questioning
Six arrested over seizure of 335kg of narcotics detained for questioning
The six suspects, who were arrested in relation to the seizure of a multi-day fishing vessel with over 350 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (‘Ice’) and heroin in seas off the western coast, have been detained for questioning. MORE..
Two senior state officials arrested by Bribery Commission granted bail
Two senior state officials arrested by Bribery Commission granted bail
Former General Manager of Sri Lanka Railways Sumathipala Mahanama and former Working Director of the Sri Lanka Engineering Corporation Sarathchandra Gunaratne who were arrested by the Bribery Commission earlier today have been granted bail. MORE..