Archives 2025-03-15
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Latest News19 hours agoOur government has reaffirmed its commitment to breaking barriers that limit women’s full participation in the economy, recognizing their vital role in national development. – Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
“Women play a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s economic and social development. Yet, despite their immense contribution, structural barriers continue to limit their full participation in...
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News1 day agoBatalanda Commission report tabled … finally
by Saman Indrajith TheBatalanda Presidential Co-mission report was tabled in Parliament yesterday (14) by the Leader of the House and Transport Minister, Bimal Ratnayake. Minister Ratnayake announced that...
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News1 day agoCOPE finds fake documents submitted for emergency procurement of drugs
The Parliamentary watchdog Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has found that there were fake documents regarding the importing of medicines under the emergency procurement system in...
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News1 day agoRetired Superintendent of High Security Boossa Prison had threats – Prison Spokesman
by Norman Palihawadane Department of Prisons’ Media Spokesperson, Gamini Dissanayake said yesterday that retired Superintendent of the high security Boossa Prison, Siridath Dhammika, who was tragically gunned down at Thalagaha,...
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News1 day agoFive police teams probe shooting in Weliveriya
By Norman Palihawadane Five police teams from three different units, including the Weliveriya Police, have launched an extensive investigation into an incident involving a shooting and...
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News1 day agoCop had stolen 9mm police pistol and given it to rap artiste
By Norman Palihawadane and Hemantha Randunu Police officers from the Matara Division Criminal Investigation Unit recovered a 9mm pistol, a magazine, and 10 bullets from the home of...
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News1 day agoCB Governor highlights key challenges and opportunities facing country’s construction industry
Governor of the Central Bank Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday (14) emphasized the importance of promoting a sustainable and cost-effective construction industry in the country, highlighting key challenges and opportunities...
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News1 day agoExcise duty on cigarettes calculated to increase profits of some companies while declining govt. revenue
Studies conducted on excise revenue from cigarettes have raised concerns over the current calculation method, revealing that it has led to a decline in government revenue...
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News1 day agoDPMC unveils brand-new Bajaj three-wheeler
Fulfilling the dreams of many to own a brand-new vehicle, David Pieris Motor Company (Private) Limited is delighted to reintroduce the highly anticipated Bajaj petrol three-wheeler...
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News1 day agoCaFFE contribute to International Women’s day by enlightening females in the North on how to stay safe online
Text and pictures by PRIYAN DE SILVA The Campaign for Free and Fair Elections (CaFFE) which has been entrusted by the Carter Centre USA to enlighten...
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News1 day agoFree EducationUSA University Fair 2025: Helping Lankan students begin their US education journey
The US.Embassy in Sri Lanka, in partnership with the US-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission announced that EducationUSA, the US government’s official source of information on US higher education,...
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News1 day agoColombo Times Sinhala Edition launched
Colombo Times, a web portal in Sri Lanka which is currently being published in English and Tamil, launched its Sinhala edition on Thursday (13) at an ifthar function...
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News1 day agoWomen judges should assure patriarchal attitudes do not lead to victim blaming in court proceedings – Justice Wickremasinghe
Sri Lanka Association of Women Judges holds inaugural meeting Twenty-six (26) sitting and retired women judges came together for the inaugural meeting of the Sri Lanka Association...
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Business1 day agoSIA warns of 1,000 SME collapses, urges fair policies to protect Sri Lanka’s rooftop solar sector
By Sanath Nanayakkare The Solar Industries Association (SIA), representing over 1,000 companies and employing 40,000 workers in Sri Lanka’s rooftop solar sector, issued a stern warning...
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Business1 day agoSLT-MOBITEL partners with the Rush Lanka Group to power its apartment portfolio
SLT-MOBITEL has entered into a strategic partnership with Rush Lanka Group to provide exclusive SLT-MOBITEL Fibre connectivity solutions to their portfolio of luxury apartment developments in...
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Business1 day agoSri Lanka makes outstanding appearance at OTM and SATTE 2025 in India
Starting its promotional work for 2025, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) added another feather into its cap of endorsements, by being recognized as the most...
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Business1 day agoModerate volumes and mixed sentiment shape the week’s trading
The secondary market exhibited mixed sentiment and moderate trading activity throughout the week, with the yield curve remaining broadly unchanged, First Capital Research said. “The weighted...
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Business1 day agoBimputh Lanka pursues legal action against liquidation order
By Hiran H Senewiratne The Commercial High Court of Colombo has delivered a ruling to liquidate Bimputh Lanka Investments PLC, the company said, adding that it...
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Business1 day agoGermany’s premier trade fair opens doors for SL’s Maritime and Logistics firms to forge global partnerships
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) recently announced the organization of a visitor delegation to Transport Logistic 2025, the...
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Business1 day agoEarth Essence enhancing natural beauty and wellness
Earth Essence, the premium herbal personal care brand of Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd, is expanding its reach to the Central Province and is now available...
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Business1 day agoSri Lanka Tourism showcases wedding destination potential at EWPC 2025 in UAE
In a collaborative effort to position Sri Lanka as a premier wedding and events destination, the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) and the Sri Lanka Tourism...
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Business1 day agoPelwatte Dairy bolsters leadership team to accelerate expansion plans
Pelwatte Dairy Industries Ltd has announced the appointment of two seasoned industry professionals to key leadership roles as part of its continued commitment to operational excellence...
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Latest News10 hours agoPakistan face patchwork New Zealand in first test of their new T20 era
For the longest time, they were inseparable at the top of the order for Pakistan in T20Is. Then, with questions about strike rates and maximising powerplay...
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Latest News11 hours agoRoyal defeat S.Thomas’ by 4 wickets in 48th Mustangs Trophy encounter
Royal College defeated S. Thomas’ College by four wickets in the 48th Mustangs Trophy cricket encounter played at the SSC today [15] Scores: S. Thomas’ 220...
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Latest News21 hours agoDelhi Capitals hope to be third time lucky as they eye first WPL title
Is it 2023 again ? Mumbai Indians [MI] and Delhi Capitals [DC], two consistently good teams with all-star line-ups, meet again in the WPL final. While...
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Sports1 day agoDinara continues impressive run
Dinara de Silva secured a place in the singles semi-final and also booked a spot in the doubles final at the ITF Junior Circuit J30 Week...
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Sports1 day agoDebutant Madara, Athapaththu fashion Sri Lanka women’s first T20I win in New Zealand
Debutant Malki Madara’s three-for combined with two-fors from Kavisha Dilhari and Inoshi Priyadharshani set up a comfortable victory for Sri Lanka in the T20I series opener...
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Foreign News14 hours ago‘Inch by inch’: Myanmar rebels close in on key military base in Chin State
In the mountains of western Myanmar, photographs of fallen fighters line a wall of a rebel headquarters – an honour roll of some 80 young men,...
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Foreign News14 hours agoRussian captain in North Sea ship collision charged with manslaughter
British police have charged the Russian captain of a cargo ship that crashed into a United States fuel tanker in the North Sea this week with...
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Foreign News14 hours agoSearch continues in Dominican Republic for missing student Sudiksha Konanki
Search efforts for a missing University of Pittsburgh student who disappeared on spring break while in the Dominican Republican have entered their second week. Sudiksha Konanki,...
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Foreign News14 hours agoIslamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says
A senior Islamic State (IS) group leader in Iraq and Syria has been killed in an operation by members of the Iraqi national intelligence service along...
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Foreign News21 hours agoSouth Asia erupts in colour for vibrant Holi celebrations
Millions of people in South Asia celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, by smearing each other with brightly coloured powder, dancing to festive music and...
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Latest News10 hours ago
Pakistan face patchwork New Zealand in first test of their new T20 era
For the longest time, they were inseparable at the top of the order for Pakistan in T20Is. Then, with questions about strike rates and maximising powerplay...
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Latest News11 hours ago
Royal defeat S.Thomas’ by 4 wickets in 48th Mustangs Trophy encounter
Royal College defeated S. Thomas’ College by four wickets in the 48th Mustangs Trophy cricket encounter played at the SSC today [15] Scores: S. Thomas’ 220...
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Foreign News14 hours ago
Islamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says
A senior Islamic State (IS) group leader in Iraq and Syria has been killed in an operation by members of the Iraqi national intelligence service along...
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Latest News19 hours ago
Our government has reaffirmed its commitment to breaking barriers that limit women’s full participation in the economy, recognizing their vital role in national development. – Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
“Women play a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s economic and social development. Yet, despite their immense contribution, structural barriers continue to limit their full participation in...
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Latest News21 hours ago
Delhi Capitals hope to be third time lucky as they eye first WPL title
Is it 2023 again ? Mumbai Indians [MI] and Delhi Capitals [DC], two consistently good teams with all-star line-ups, meet again in the WPL final. While...
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Latest News21 hours agoUS had productive talks with Putin over Ukraine war, Trump says
US President Donald Trump has praised talks held with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the US-proposed ceasefire deal in Ukraine as “good and productive”. This comes...