Fishermen advised not to go to sea until further notice
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for strong winds and rough seas for the sea areas around the island. MORE..
- UNP proposes postponing elections by two years
- Upgrading of Northern railway line to be completed by August
- Court issues another restraining order against Wijeyadasa
- Compulsory retirement scheme to be implemented for merging of fertilizer companies
- Postponing elections not healthy for any democracy - Namal
- President directs to deliver immediate relief to victims of adverse weather
- SC concludes hearing petitions against Telecom Amendment Bill
- Education Ministry�s request to university non-academic staff on strike
- Social security benefits to be introduced for all workers over 55 years
- State Minister highlights importance of disaster preparedness at school level
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State Minister highlights importance of disaster preparedness at school level
Safeguarding the safety of school children through ensuring a safe school environment especially during prevalent weather-related emergency situations is a top priority in government�s disaster management programme, said State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon. MORE..
Social security benefits to be introduced for all workers over 55 years
Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara announced that the Cabinet has approved a proposal to provide social security benefits to all workers aged 55 and above across various industries. MORE..
Education Ministry�s request to university non-academic staff on strike
The Ministry of Education has requested the university non-academic staff trade unions to withdraw from their ongoing strike action. MORE..
SC concludes hearing petitions against Telecom Amendment Bill
The Supreme Court today (28) concluded the hearing of petitions filed against the Telecommunications Regulatory (Amendments) Bill. MORE..
President directs to deliver immediate relief to victims of adverse weather
President Ranil Wickremesinghe instructed officials to provide immediate relief to those affected by the recent inclement weather and to continue these efforts until the situation improves, the PMD reported. MORE..
Postponing elections not healthy for any democracy - Namal
Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa says that postponing elections is not healthy for any democracy. MORE..
Compulsory retirement scheme to be implemented for merging of fertilizer companies
A compulsory retirement scheme is set to be implemented in connection with the amalgamation of the Ceylon Fertilizer Company Limited and the Colombo Commercial Fertilizer Company Limited. MORE..
Court issues another restraining order against Wijeyadasa
The Colombo District Court today issued another restraining order preventing Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakse from functioning as the Chairman and a member of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). MORE..
Upgrading of Northern railway line to be completed by August
Minister of Highways, Transport, and Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardena says that it is unlikely that the reconstruction work on the Northern railway track will be completed before the upcoming Poson Poya. MORE..
UNP proposes postponing elections by two years
The United National Party (UNP) has proposed to postpone Sri Lanka�s two upcoming elections by at least two years. MORE..
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May 28, 2024 3:43 pm
Central Bank says market interest rates should be reduced
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) states that there is a possibility to further reduce the market interest rates. MORE..
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May 28, 2024 2:33 pm
Suspect arrested over murder of �Kalamulle Tashi� dies in prison
Kalutara North Police said that the suspect who had been arrested and remanded in connection with a murder in Katukurunda area of Kalutara has suddenly passed away while at the Kalutara Prison yesterday (27). MORE..
Suspect arrested over Ahungalla shooting incident
An individual has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident that occurred on May 08 in Lokanwatta, Ahungalla. MORE..
Woman arrested with heroin in Wellampitiya
Police have arrested a woman who was in possession of heroin during the operation �Yukthiya� carried out in the Wellampitiya area in the Grandpass police division. MORE..
Bad weather pushing vegetable and fish prices up
The prices of vegetables in the market have increased once gain due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
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May 28, 2024 11:21 am
Social security benefits to be introduced for all workers over 55 years
Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara announced that the Cabinet has approved a proposal to provide social security benefits to all workers aged 55 and above across various industries. MORE..
Education Ministry�s request to university non-academic staff on strike
The Ministry of Education has requested the university non-academic staff trade unions to withdraw from their ongoing strike action. MORE..
SC concludes hearing petitions against Telecom Amendment Bill
The Supreme Court today (28) concluded the hearing of petitions filed against the Telecommunications Regulatory (Amendments) Bill. MORE..
President directs to deliver immediate relief to victims of adverse weather
President Ranil Wickremesinghe instructed officials to provide immediate relief to those affected by the recent inclement weather and to continue these efforts until the situation improves, the PMD reported. MORE..
Postponing elections not healthy for any democracy - Namal
Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa says that postponing elections is not healthy for any democracy. MORE..
Compulsory retirement scheme to be implemented for merging of fertilizer companies
A compulsory retirement scheme is set to be implemented in connection with the amalgamation of the Ceylon Fertilizer Company Limited and the Colombo Commercial Fertilizer Company Limited. MORE..
Court issues another restraining order against Wijeyadasa
The Colombo District Court today issued another restraining order preventing Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakse from functioning as the Chairman and a member of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). MORE..
Upgrading of Northern railway line to be completed by August
Minister of Highways, Transport, and Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardena says that it is unlikely that the reconstruction work on the Northern railway track will be completed before the upcoming Poson Poya. MORE..
UNP proposes postponing elections by two years
The United National Party (UNP) has proposed to postpone Sri Lanka�s two upcoming elections by at least two years. MORE..
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Sports
Sri Lanka�s Aruna Dharshana claims first place in China
Sri Lankan sprinter Aruna Dharshana has won first place in the Men�s 400 meters event at the 2nd Belt and Road Athletics Invitation Meeting in Chongqing, China. MORE..
Ronaldo breaks Saudi League�s single-season scoring record
Al Nasr�s Cristiano Ronaldo capped his first full Saudi Pro League season in style as he broke the record for the most goals scored in one campaign on Monday. MORE..
Kolkata thrash Hyderabad to win third IPL title
Fast bowler Mitchell Starc returned figures of 2-14 to help Kolkata Knight Riders thrash Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets to clinch their third IPL title in the Sunday final. MORE..
Kolkata thrash Hyderabad to win third IPL title
Fast bowler Mitchell Starc returned figures of 2-14 to help Kolkata Knight Riders thrash Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets to clinch their third IPL title in the Sunday final. MORE..
LPL reveals Brand Ambassador for 2024 Season
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) has announced cricket legend Michael Clarke as its brand ambassador for the upcoming 2024 season. The tournament will be held from July 1st to 21st, showcasing exciting matches and featuring top-tier cricket talent from around the world. MORE..
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Technology
Musk�s startup xAI raises $6 bn in fresh round of funding, valued at $24 bn
Elon Musk�s AI startup xAI raised $6 billion in series B funding, reaching a post-money valuation of $24 billion as investors bet big on challengers to companies like OpenAI in the intensifying AI race. MORE..
Airlines, hotels, retailers fear being left out in Google�s search changes
Airlines, hotels, retailers fear being left out in Google�s search changes
Lobbying groups representing airlines, hotels and retailers have urged European Union tech regulators to ensure that Google takes their views into account, and not just large intermediaries, when making changes to comply with landmark tech rules. MORE..
Scientists discover potentially habitable Earth-like planet
Scientists discover potentially habitable Earth-like planet
Scientists at the University of Warwick say they have been part of an international team to discover a new habitable Earth-sized planet. MORE..
Truecaller and Microsoft will let users make an AI voice to answer calls
Truecaller and Microsoft will let users make an AI voice to answer calls
Caller ID company Truecaller will let users create an AI version of their voice to answer calls. MORE..
Entertainment
Exotic dancer drama �Anora� wins Cannes Film Festival�s top prize
�Anora,� a darkly funny and touching drama about a young exotic dancer who becomes involved with a Russian oligarch�s son, won the Cannes Film Festival�s top prize, the Palme d�Or, on Saturday. MORE..
Dogecoin dog Kabosu dies after 14 years as meme
Dogecoin dog Kabosu dies after 14 years as meme
Kabosu, the dog behind the �doge� meme, has died after 14 years of internet fame, her owner has said. MORE..
Shah Rukh Khan hospitalised due to heat stroke
Shah Rukh Khan hospitalised due to heat stroke
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been admitted to a hospital in Ahmedabad after suffering a heat stroke. The actor was in Ahmedabad to watch the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between his Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday. MORE..
Forbes �30 Under 30 Asia� list celebrates Sri Lanka�s Dinara
Forbes �30 Under 30 Asia� list celebrates Sri Lanka�s Dinara
After a decade together, the all-female, hijab-wearing Indonesian metal band Voice of Baceprot (VoB) last year released its first album, Retas, then quit its record label to go independent. The gutsy decision matches its reputation for challenging stereotypes in the Muslim-majority country. MORE..
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