Month: June 2025
Govt. won Colombo at a huge cost – Nirmal Ranjith Dewasiri
It was at a huge cost that the government secured Colombo’s mayorship through a secret vote, said Prof. Nirmal Ranjith Dewasiri. Holding a...
Survey reveals alarming sugar addiction among preschoolers
A recent survey conducted in the Kurunegala District by the Ministry of Health has raised serious concerns over the dietary and lifestyle habits...
15 killed in road accidents within 24 hours – Police
In a stark reminder of Sri Lanka’s escalating road safety crisis, 15 people have lost their lives in road accidents reported across the...
Sri Lanka face England in 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup opener
Hosts England will kick off their 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup campaign against Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12 while holders New...
Sri Lankan unit executes daring mission in Central African Republic
The Sri Aviation Unit Bria, operating under the United Nations mandate in the Central African Republic, successfully executed a critical Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC)...
Iran urges people to delete WhatsApp; Khamenei vows ‘no mercy to Zionist regime’
Israel has carried out a wave of airstrikes targeting Iranian military and nuclear sites, triggering retaliatory strikes from Tehran. Former President Donald Trump...
Iran-Israel war a looming storm for Sri Lanka’s economy and national security
By Dr. Boniface Perera The recent, dramatic escalation of hostilities between Iran and Israel – with reports of 200 Israeli fighter jets striking...
EDB partners with ADB to formulate Sri Lanka’s National Export Development Plan (NEDP) 2025-2029
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), together with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is steadily progressing in the development of the National...
PAFFREL condemns assault on UNP CMC member
The People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) has condemned the alleged assault on Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) member Sandamali Uduwaduge of...
NPP gains control of Kolonnawa UC with support from SJB councillor
The National People’s Power (NPP) secured control of the Kolonnawa Urban Council following a tense council session that saw a majority of opposition...
