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Turkmenistan and Sri Lanka looked at cooperation in oil and gas and chemical industries. Consultations were held in a format of a videoconference between the heads of structural divisions of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. During the consultations, the sides discussed the current state of […]
- China to help conclude debt restructuring process in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US and Sri Lanka’s Election Commission discuss importance of free and fair polls (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka declares day of mourning following Iran President’s death (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar arrives in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
India briefed the National Peoples Power (NPP) on various bilateral initiatives between India and Sri Lanka. The briefing was conducted by the Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha. The Indian High Commission said that High Commissioner Santosh Jh interacted with JVP leaders and briefed them about various bilateral initiatives between India and Sri Lanka […]
- Top US official to visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US Assistant Secretary and Sri Lankan civil society discuss reforms (Category: Breaking News)
- Anura insists visit to India will not change party policy (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP says world has changed and so has it (Category: Breaking News)
Notorious underworld figure and drug trafficker Ruwan Jayasekara, alias ÂMidigama RuwanÂ, has been brought back to Sri Lanka from Dubai by a team of offices from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) today, Police Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said.
A delegation of Buddhist leaders from Sri Lanka called on Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad and discussed Buddhist ties. The delegation is visiting Pakistan to attend a symposium and an exhibition titled “From Gandhara to the World,” organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan. The delegation included Sri Lanka’s Minister for […]
- Lawrence Wong takes oaths as Singapore’s new Prime Minister (Category: Breaking News)
- President insists he is not a dictator (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to deploy special delegation to Russia over mercenary issue (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil meets Wigneswaran for talks in Jaffna (Category: Breaking News)
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce an exclusive flash offer tailored specifically for Sri Lankan locals. This limited-time promotion presents a unique opportunity to experience the luxury and exceptional service of its renowned resorts across Sri Lanka at exceptional rates. Locals can enjoy a 40% discount on stays until 30th September 2024 at […]
- Macau-based gaming operator to open Sri Lanka casino in mid-2025 (Category: Breaking News)
- Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts signs MoU with Vocational Training Authority (Category: Breaking News)
- Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and Mintpay Join Forces to Transform Travel Payment Solutions (Category: Breaking News)
- Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts clinches Asia-Pacific Nature-based initiative of the year by Environ... (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry says that the western countries have shown their double standards by turning a blind eye to the crisis in Gaza and that, serious amendments must be made to the international laws on how the United Nations functions in order to protect international democracy.
Russia accused a “powerful country” of double standards on the issue of Sri Lankans fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war. The Russian Ambassador in Sri Lanka Levan Dzhagaryan said that a “powerful western country” was only raising concerns about Sri Lankans in Russia. However, he said the powerful country, which he did not name, was silent […]
- Jimmy Anderson confirms England farewell (Category: Breaking News)
- Refugee from Sri Lanka becomes Mayor in UK town (Category: Breaking News)
- Organiser of “whites only” party in Sri Lanka apologizes (Category: Breaking News)
- ICC bans Devon Thomas for five years under Anti-Corruption Code (Category: Breaking News)
A contempt of Court case has been filed against former President Maithripala Sirisena The Court of Appeals has issued notice to the former Chairman of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), ex-President and Maithripala Sirisena with regard to a contempt of court petition filed against him. The petition has been filed by Montague Sarathchandra, an executive […]
- Bribery complaint filed against Maithripala (Category: Breaking News)
- Order preventing Sirisena from functioning as SLFP Chairman extended (Category: Breaking News)
- Sirisena resigns and appoints Wijeyadasa as SLFP Chairman (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranjan sentenced to jail in second contempt of court case (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka has sought a debt moratorium until 2042, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said. He said that Sri Lanka has already obtained a moratorium on the repayment of its debt until 2027. However, the President said that Sri Lanka has sought to extend the debt moratorium until 2042. Wickremesinghe said that talks on the matter are […]
- Debt restructuring to be completed before polls (Category: Breaking News)
- President to hold talks with Japanese PM in Tokyo (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil loses his cool when questioned on Channel 4 video (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka gets tips on good governance from India (Category: Breaking News)
Z Messenger (Pvt) Ltd, a leading Marketing Technology compnay in Sri Lanka has unveiled cutting edge social listening and sentiment analyzing platform together with Locobuzz that is set to revolutionize how brands and political campaigners engage with their audience. In the digital age, social media has become a powerful force in shaping public opinion and […]
- India’s Modi government rushes to regulate AI ahead of national elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s internet freedom deteriorating as world govts grow increasingly repressive online (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Sixth (Mis)adventure: An Indisputable Reason For The ‘Aragalaya’ To Stay ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Perera & Sons enters social media world with a bang (Category: Business)
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- Exploring The Silent Wilderness Of Self-Discovery (Category: Breaking News)
- Why The Sri Lankan Rupee Is Appreciating (Category: Breaking News)
- Insights Of A Tumultuous TV Debate & Airport Assault (Category: Breaking News)
- Wellness Tourism Through Holistic Rejuvenation Programs (Category: Breaking News)
The owner and the manager of a licensed foreign employment agency who were arrested and remanded for allegedly sending Sri Lankans for employment in the Russian army to fight in the Ukraine war, have been further remanded until July 13.
Thailand has approved visa-free entry for visitors from Sri Lanka. The Thai cabinet approved a series of new visa promotions to attract more tourists, including visa-free and visa-on-arrival schemes, longer stays for students, as well as reduced compulsory health insurance for retirees. Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke said that the Foreign Ministry proposed these measures to […]
- Thailand introduces Visa-Free entry for Sri Lankan tourists and expands travel benefits (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa fee waived for visitors from seven nations as pilot project to boost tourism (Category: Breaking News)
- Thailand introduces Visa-Free entry for Sri Lankan Tourists (Category: Breaking News)
- Free visas for nationals of China, India, Indonesia, Russsia, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan from ... (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka raised deep concerns with Canada regarding high-level pronouncements made in recent years representing a false narrative of genocide in connection with the conflict that took place in Sri Lanka. Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane met the Canadian Deputy Minister for International Development Christopher MacLennan at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombo. Foreign Secretary […]
- Five Sri Lankans detained in Latvia for human smuggling (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka concludes bilateral consultations with Japan (Category: Breaking News)
- ADB pledges further support for Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Kazakhstan invites Sri Lankan President to undertake an official visit (Category: Breaking News)
Eliminated Sri Lankan contestant Savindri Perera was given another chance on MasterChef 2024 after being picked in the redemption round. Savi was among eight eliminated contestants who returned for a chance to cook their way back into the competition. The judges loved the Sri Lankan dishes prepared by Savindri Perera. “Sav’s cooked her way back […]
- British Sri Lankan wins UK MasterChef (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan born Brit competes in UK MasterChef (Category: Breaking News)
- MasterChef Australia judges give thumbs up for Sri Lankan dish (Category: Breaking News)
- Former MasterChef Australia Judge talks about the Culinary Extravaganza awaiting in Sri Lanka! (Category: Breaking News)
Renowned Sri Lankan music composer Dr. Shelton Premaratne passed away this morning (May 30) in Australia at the age of 94.The post Shelton Premaratne passes away appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Veteran Sri Lankan musician Shelton Premaratne passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Veteran musician Dr Shelton Premaratne passes away at the age of 94 (Category: Breaking News)
- No visits for Tamil prisoners on Thaipongal day (Category: Breaking News)
- Gorge's 1st Watershed Festival to feature Shelton, Lambert (Category: USA, Washington)
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- Rise Of Ultranationalism & Elections, Tamil Nationalism & Resurrection Of LTTE Ideology In Sri L... (Category: Breaking News)
- Exploring Interfaith Dialogue & Cooperation: Sri Lanka’s Religious Landscape (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP’s Economic Diplomacy; Non-Aligned In The Best Interests Of The Nation (Category: Breaking News)
- Celebrating Golden Jubilee: Some Reflections On Naleemiah’s Academic Activism (Category: Breaking News)
State Minister of Foreign Affairs Tharaka Balasuriya states that Sri Lanka is working closely with the Government of Russia to repatriate Sri Lankans who are working with the Russian forces.
The Secretary General of Parliament, Mrs. Kushani Rohanadeera, has announced that the Parliament is scheduled to convene from the 4th to the 7th of June.
The Court of Appeals has issued notice to the former Chairman of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), ex-President and Maithripala Sirisena with regard to a contempt of court petition filed against him.
Veteran Sri Lankan music composer Dr. Shelton Premaratne has reportedly passed away this morning (30) in Australia.
The Thai cabinet has adopted multiple visa measures to stimulate tourism, which will benefit tourists from 36 more countries including Sri Lankan travelers who may have plan to stay in the kingdom for more than 30 days.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that none of the candidates aspiring to run in the presidential election have announced their intention to abolish the executive powers associated with the position. The President highlighted the dual nature of the executive presidential system, noting its advantages and disadvantages. He emphasized that the executive power vested in the presidency played ...
- No candidate vying for the presidency has announced plans to abolish executive powers – President (Category: Breaking News)
- PAFFREL: Ranil offers to strengthen PCs, having postponed elections to them (Category: Breaking News)
- Why Ranil Wickremesinghe cannot be my president (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil says Executive Presidency useful during war and Aragalaya (Category: Breaking News)
The Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC) reports that nearly 50 deaths occur daily in Sri Lanka due to smoking, totaling approximately 20,000 deaths annually.
During the “Advancing Energy Transition” round table discussion at the Hilton Colombo on Wednesday (29) morning, President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan to exploit renewable energy and explore future trends in green hydrogen in Sri Lanka. The event, held in collaboration with the World Bank, the Ministry of Power and Energy, […]
- Cleaner Fuel (Category: Business)
- Portugal's green energy dilemma (Category: Technology)
- Can human power replace batteries? (Category: Technology)
- Former football coach Lou Holtz tests positive for COVID-19 (Category: USA, Mississippi)
A Gazette notification has been issued by the Minister of Sports, Harin Fernando, suspending the Sri Lanka Cycling Federation, the Sri Lanka Rugby Federation, the Sri Lanka Automobile Federation, and the Sri Lanka Netball Federation, effective Wednesday (May 29).The post Sri Lanka’s sports minister suspends four national sports federations appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News ...
- Sri Lanka’s Sports Minister suspends governing bodies for 5 sports (Category: Breaking News)
- Four major national sports federations temporarily suspended (Category: Breaking News)
- Harin appointed Sports Minister, Pavithra appointed Irrigation Minister (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Appoints Chulananda Perera as First-Ever Sports Ombudsman (Category: Breaking News)
The Thai cabinet has implemented several visa measures to boost tourism, extending benefits to travelers from 36 additional countries, including Sri Lanka. These measures will accommodate visitors planning to stay in Thailand for over 30 days.The post Thailand introduces Visa-Free entry for Sri Lankan tourists and expands travel benefits appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top S...
- Thailand approves visa-free entry for visitors from Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Thailand introduces Visa-Free entry for Sri Lankan Tourists (Category: Breaking News)
- Free visas for nationals of China, India, Indonesia, Russsia, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan from ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa fee waived for visitors from seven nations as pilot project to boost tourism (Category: Breaking News)
The Thai cabinet has adopted multiple visa measures to stimulate tourism, which will benefit tourists from 36 more countries including Sri Lankan travelers who may have plan to stay in the kingdom for more than 30 days.
ÂSheysha by Sri Lankan filmmaker Isuru Gunathilake has been adjudged the winner in the Best Dance Film category at World Film Festival in Cannes.
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- Film Director R V Udayakumar to open doors of Indian film industry (Category: Breaking News)
A Gazette notification has been issued by the Minister of Sports Harin Fernando suspending the Sri Lanka Cycling Federation, the Sri Lanka Rugby Federation, the Sri Lanka Automobile Federation and the Sri Lanka Netball Federation with effect from Wednesday (29).
- Sri Lanka university teachers support increased intake of students (Category: Breaking News)
- FITIS, IISEIE launch Sri Lanka High Tech Economy Survey (Category: Breaking News)
- dangers on journalists have eased - IFJ (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka university teachers to confront Higher Education Minister at Sri Jayewardenepura Unive... (Category: Breaking News)
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