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US embassy looks into NPP’s infiltration of youth clubs

The US embassy in Colombo has inquired into the current activities of youth clubs, political sources said, following claims in society that they...

Sri Lanka

Joseph Stalin walks out of meeting chaired by PM

Several teachers’ unions walked out in protest from an Education Ministry briefing on proposed educational reforms, chaired by subject minister, prime minister Harini...

Sri Lanka

India–Sri Lanka power link in limbo amid confusion and delays

The status of the India-Sri Lanka electricity grid connectivity project remains unclear amid conflicting signals from Sri Lankan authorities. Despite media reports suggesting...

Business

Foreign nationals impact tourism in Arugam Bay: Concerns over unlawful business practices

Arugam Bay is famous for its beautiful coastline and great surfing spots. It has been an important part of Sri Lanka’s tourism for...

Sri Lanka

Muslim health workers targeted by hijab ban in Trincomalee

MP Rishad Bathiudeen, the leader of the All-Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC), has urged health minister Nalinda Jayatissa to immediately intervene and protect the...

Politics

Minister booed off stage for politicizing youth councils

Minister of Plantation Industries Samantha Vidyaratna was jeered at an event in Badulla on Saturday (02). The incident took place during a District...

Sri Lanka

Chathuranga acknowledges failures by industries ministry

The industries and entrepreneurship ministry is unfortunately losing faith by the day, said deputy minister Chaturanga Abeysinghe. Addressing the launch of a pilot...

Business

Sri Lanka Customs uncovers suspected tax evasion in BYD EV imports

Sri Lanka Customs has detained nearly 1,000 Chinese-made BYD electric vehicles at the Colombo Port amid suspicions of tax underpayment due to discrepancies...

Sri Lanka

Police arrest NPP’s Kayts chief organiser over vandalism

In a troubling incident that has sent shockwaves through the Kayts community, eight individuals, including the Chief Organiser of the National People’s Power...