Year: 2025
Muslim extremist group operating in Eastern Province
Cabinet spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today that information has been received about a Muslim extremist group active in the Eastern Province....
Sri Lanka Esports prepares for next chapter with steady leadership and new global opportunities
The Sri Lanka Esports Association (SLESA), the officially recognised governing body for Esports in Sri Lanka by the Ministry of Youth and Sports,...
Former State Fertilizer Corporation employee interdicted for fraud now serving as Cabinet Minister
A former employee interdicted for financial fraud at the State Fertilizer Corporation is currently serving as a cabinet minister under the new government,...
IMF says Sri Lanka can raise revenue by Rs 900 billion
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has informed the Sri Lankan government that it could raise the tax revenue target by more than Rs...
UNHRC: Core Group urges Sri Lanka to address gaps in human rights commitments
A joint report evaluating Sri Lanka’s recent political and human rights developments was submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) during...
Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after bust-up with Zelenskyy
United States President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine in a dramatic escalation of his spat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy....
NPP Deputy Minister’s bold claim on Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves
The National People’s Power (NPP) government has been able to increase Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves from USD 3.2 billion to USD 6.8 billion...
Dilith comments on Trump-Zelensky spat
After the public spat between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, MP Dilith Jayaweera, has...
Trump makes English official language of US
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order making English the official language of the United States. It means government agencies and organisations...
Oscars 2025: The full list of winners
The Academy Awards have taken place in Los Angeles, with Anora scooping the most honours, while Conclave, The Brutalist, Wicked and Emilia Pérez...
