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GovPay crosses Rs. 1 Billion in digital payments, onboards 200+ state institutions
GovPay crosses Rs. 1 Billion in digital payments, onboards 200+ state institutions
The Ministry of Digital Economy today announced a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey, as GovPay, the Government’s digital payment platform surpassed Rs. 1 billion in transactions and onboarded over 200 government organizations nationwide. MORE..
Former Fisheries Corp. chairman and 3 others arrested
Former Fisheries Corp. chairman and 3 others arrested
Former Chairman of the Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Lalith Daulagala and three other officials have been arrested by officers of the Bribery Commission. MORE..
Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, a driving force behind the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, was considered by presidential historians as one of the most powerful vice presidents in U.S. history. MORE..
Vatican reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen ethnic and religious harmony
Vatican reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen ethnic and religious harmony
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations of the Holy See, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail
Former Secretary to the Ministry of Finance Charitha Ratwatte has been granted bail after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (04). MORE..
Protest over delay in releasing BYD vehicles from customs
Protest over delay in releasing BYD vehicles from customs
A protest was held in Colombo today (04) demanding a resolution to the delay in releasing BYD vehicles currently held by Sri Lanka Customs. MORE..
Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties with the Holy See
Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties with the Holy See
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath has met and held official bilateral discussions with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sajith meets Indian FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
Sajith meets Indian FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa who is currently visiting India has met with Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. MORE..
Cabinet grants approval to obtain US$ 100 million for tourism sector development programme
Cabinet grants approval to obtain US$ 100 million for tourism sector development programme
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to obtain a loan of USD 100 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to implement the Sustainable Tourism Sector Development Programme (STSDP). MORE..
Govt to procure 100 motorcycles and 50 three-wheelers for STF
Govt to procure 100 motorcycles and 50 three-wheelers for STF
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the resolution submitted to purchase 100 motorcycles with a 125cc engine capacity and 50 three-wheelers for the Special Task Force (STF). MORE..
Cabinet approves ‘Road Protection Action Plan’ to reduce road accidents
Cabinet approves ‘Road Protection Action Plan’ to reduce road accidents
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal presented to implement the ‘Road Protection Action Plan - 2025-2026’, to improve the quality of road infrastructure and minimize road accidents. MORE..
Vehicle used by Ambalangoda gunmen found
Vehicle used by Ambalangoda gunmen found
The car used by the suspects in this morning’s (04) shooting in front of the main public library belonging to the Ambalangoda Urban Council has been found. MORE..
No wind power plants in Mannar without residents’ consent – President
No wind power plants in Mannar without residents’ consent – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has informed authorities not to implement wind power projects without the consent of the people living in the Mannar island. MORE..
Cabinet nod given to recruit female Railway Engine Drivers and Station Masters
Cabinet nod given to recruit female Railway Engine Drivers and Station Masters
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval, on policy terms, to recruit female officers to the posts of Railway Engine Driver, Railway Superintendent, Station Master and Railway Supervisory Manager, in accordance with the powers vested in the Cabinet under Sub-Article (1) of Article 55 of the Constitution of Sri Lanka. MORE..
UAE’s Foreign Affairs State Minister arrives in Sri Lanka
UAE’s Foreign Affairs State Minister arrives in Sri Lanka
The Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri has arrived in Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. MORE..
TPA opts out of November 21 Opposition rally
TPA opts out of November 21 Opposition rally
The Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) has decided not to attend the rally scheduled to be held in Nugegoda on November 21 with the participation of several opposition political parties. MORE..
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte arrested by Bribery Commission
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte arrested by Bribery Commission
A former Secretary to the Ministry of Finance Charitha Ratwatte has been taken into custody by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), this morning. MORE..
Man injured in Ambalangoda shooting succumbs
Man injured in Ambalangoda shooting succumbs
A businessman who was injured in a shooting incident in Ambalangoda earlier today (04), has succumbed to his injuries, police stated. MORE..
Kerala becomes first state in India to eradicate extreme poverty
Kerala becomes first state in India to eradicate extreme poverty
The southern Indian state of Kerala declared itself free of extreme poverty last Saturday (Nov 1), becoming the first state in the country to achieve the feat. MORE..
Individual injured in shooting near Ambalangoda UC premises
Individual injured in shooting near Ambalangoda UC premises
An individual has been hospitalised after being injured in a shooting incident that took place this morning (04) near the Ambalangoda Urban Council premises. MORE..
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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..