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Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara yesterday slammed Finance Ministry officials for their failure to protect the fisheries industriy and the fishing community. Addressing a meeting held at his Ministry, Minister Nanayakkara said that as a result of lack of understanding of realities, the Finance Ministry officials had not been able to prepare a […]
, where he is scheduled to attend three thematic events and also […]
Maldives and Sri Lanka had achieved hepatitis B control, the World Health Organization announced yesterday after an expert panel verified that the two countries have had consistently high coverage of hepatitis B vaccine doses in infants and a low prevalence of the deadly disease, corroborated through serological surveys conducted recently in both countries. “I congratulate […]
The Princess of Wales is recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery, and King Charles III is set to undergo a medical procedure next week. Catherine will step back from royal duties for months after surgery for an unspecified but non-cancer related abdominal condition. The King’s benign prostate condition will be treated next week. The unexpected health announcements […]
As respective exchange hits record-highs, the nation might be hoping to practice influence and work on its terms. In 2023, Mexico turned into the US’s top exchanging accomplice, outperforming China. Similarly, as the Mexican and American economies coordinate, however, so have the Mexican and Chinese economies, with China now the previous’ quickest developing unfamiliar financial […]
Brunei’s Prince Abdul Mateen, lauded online for his good looks and military service, has married his commoner fiancée in a 10-day royal wedding. The internet-famous prince revealed his relationship and engagement to Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah in December. The announcement surprised many fans of the man once dubbed one of Asia’s most eligible bachelors. The […]
Slow food, a concept that emphasizes the importance of locally sourced ingredients and the connection between food and the environment, is making a comeback at the prestigious Mount Lavinia Hotel. Known for hosting a variety of slow food events in the past, the hotel is set to dazzle guests
, workshops, and events that embody a renewed commitment to diversity and […]
Gourmet Galle, the partner festival to the esteemed Galle Literary Festival, is set to launch an exceptional 12-week culinary celebration on the picturesque shores of the south of Sri Lanka. Conceived by Geoffrey Dobbs, the festival director, and founder, Gourmet Galle aims to bring people out of the wintry cold and dark countries, offering an […]
India’s domestic and foreign situation has changed tremendously compared to four years ago and it has achieved outstanding results in economic development and social governance, said an article published in China’s state-run Global Times. The article authored by Zhang Jiadong, director of the Center for South Asian Studies at Fudan University, said India has made […]
By Easwaran Rutnam Sri Lanka has made a request to host a few matches of the Indian Premiere League (IPL) this year. Sports and Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said he made the request from the Indian Cricket Board. The Minister said that hosting the IPL will give Sri Lanka tourism a huge boost. He said […]
At least eight people have died after major rioting and unrest hit Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby. Shops and cars were set on fire and supermarkets looted after police went on strike over a pay dispute. Hundreds had taken to the streets on Wednesday. In the aftermath, Prime Minister James Marape addressed the nation […]
The Princess Royal has been welcomed to Sri Lanka with a dazzling performance by traditional dancers – and in true Princess Anne style, she took it all in her stride by carrying her own bags off her commercial plane.The post No bag carriers and a commercial flight: Princess Anne’s no-nonsense royal visit appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
The book “I am Austin,” authored by Austin Fernando, a former presidential secretary, was presented to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat on Tuesday (09). Serving as both an autobiography and a commentary on public service and political activism, the book intertwines Mr. Fernando’s experiences in public service with reflections on the intricacies of […]
King Charles’s sister Princess Anne commenced a three-day visit to Sri Lanka today. She is accompanied by her spouse Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence. Princess Anne arrived in Sri Lanka on a SriLankan Airlines flight and was accorded a grand welcome. Her Royal Highness has been invited by the Government of Sri Lanka to participate […]
The year 2023 has been confirmed as the warmest on record, driven by human-caused climate change and boosted by the natural El Niño weather event. Last year was about 1.48C warmer than the long-term average before humans started burning large amounts of fossil fuels, the EU’s climate service says. Almost every day since July has […]
The Sinhalese Sports Club will celebrate its 125th anniversary this year and a series of events have been planned to mark the event. One of the key events planned as part of the celebrations is the ceremonial opening of the new administration offices named Nimal Dias Jayasinha Administration
Commissioner-General of Examinations has urged all principals to ensure that activities or events causing disturbances to candidates are not taking place at the school premises where the 2023 Advanced Level examination is being held.
The Bar Association of Sri lanka (BASL) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the UK Bar Council and the Bar Council of India to facilitate collaborative activities in emerging areas of expertise such as the utilisation of Artificial Intelligence in legal procedures, commercial mediation, and arbitration. This is meant to stay abreast of global […]
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Ms. Akila Thirunayaki, a resident of Mulliyavalai, Mullaitivu, who recently clinched two gold medals in the 5000m and 1500m events, along with a bronze medal in the 800m event at the recent Asia Masters Athletics Championship in the Philippines, had the honour of meeting President Ranil
As we delve into the historical pages of 1947, a crucial period marked by the tumultuous partition of India, a press conference in Delhi on September 19, 1947 involving Master Tara Singh and Sardar Harnam Singh sheds light on the unfolding events and the narrative surrounding the responsibility
By Aruna Boghawatte Former President Chandrika Kumaratunga has given her consent to join the SLFP again, party sources told the Sunday Island on Friday.She gave her consent to re-join the party when several SLFP stalwarts met her last week, party sources said. Signifying her rejoining, the former President is scheduled to attend SWRD Bandaranaike commemoration […]
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The controversial bull taming sport Jallikattu was held for the first time in Sri Lanka today. The event was held in Sampur, Trincomalee featuring more than 200 bulls and over 100 skilled bull tamers. According to Indian media reports, Eastern Province Governor, Senthil Thonadaman, who hails from Tamil Nadu’s Sivagangai district, has taken the lead […]
by Rex Clementine Having missed out on the 2019 and 2023 ICC Cricket World Cups, Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine welcomed the move to accommodate more teams for the next two editions of the tournament. The International Cricket Council has confirmed that the 2027 and 2031 World Cups will include 14 teams. The last two […]
Paralympian Oscar Pistorius has been freed on parole from a South African jail, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Officials confirmed Pistorius was “at home” on Friday morning, having served half of his more than 13-year sentence. Ms Steenkamp’s mother said she accepted the decision to release the former athlete – but […]
Friday 5th January, 2024 The UNP is in overdrive to shore up what remains of its image with an eye to the next election. It is bragging that the country has posted a primary surplus after a lapse of more than two decades. It insists that credit for this be given to President Ranil Wickremesinghe, […]
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