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Severe Cyclonic Storm Threatens Bay of Bengal – Urgent Alert
A cyclonic storm near Sri Lanka is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal, prompting alerts for coastal and fishing communities....
Severe Cyclonic Storm Threatens Bay of Bengal – Urgent Alert
A cyclonic storm near Sri Lanka is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal, prompting alerts for coastal and fishing communities....
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The future of Sports Illustrated, a cornerstone in sports journalism, hangs in the balance following a startling announcement
Margot Robbie, Barbie's leading star, and Greta Gerwig, its visionary director, found themselves snubbed in several key categories at the 2024 Oscar nominati
Parliament today cast a decisive vote on whether to bring the government's proposed Online Safety Bill (OSB) to the floor for debate.
According to audits commissioned by Social Media Company X, its platform hosts significantly less antisemitic content than other platforms, Elon Musk revealed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India presided over the inauguration of a grand temple dedicated to Lord Ram on Monday, marking a significant moment celebrated by the country's Hindu majority.
US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has advised airlines operating Boeing 737-900ER aircraft to conduct inspections on door plugs to ensure they are securely fastened.
The EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell stressed on the necessity of eventually achieving a two-state solution in the Gaza conflict
Sri Lanka Police have officially launched a special programme today, aimed at identifying and penalizing motorists who violate traffic rules using the CCTV system in Colombo.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu as the skipper for its 2023 Women’s T20I Team of the Year.
Sri Lanka's Minister of Trade, Commerce, and Food Security, Nalin Fernando said that vegetables could be sold at lower prices if they were to be imported
The National Investigation Agency of India filed charges in a 2021 human trafficking case involving 39 Sri Lankan nationals who were deceived into travelling to India
Nikki Haley raised doubts about Donald Trump's mental fitness following his repeated confusion between her and former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
The Chief of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, Kim Kwang-ho, has been charged with professional negligence resulting in injury or death in the tragic 2022 Halloween crush
Alphabet Inc's autonomous driving unit, Waymo, announced that it has sought approval from the California authorities to expand its driverless service in Los Angeles
Counting 100 matches at the Australian Open and with 24 major titles to his name, Novak Djokovic has encountered formidable opposition in the early rounds at Melbourne Park.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe engaged in bilateral discussions with leaders and representatives from Global South countries in the African region
A significant uptick in influenza-like illnesses in Sri Lanka has prompted health experts to caution the public
IMF emphasizes the potential of property tax as a means for Sri Lanka to make significant strides toward achieving their program's objectives.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has informed the United States of his opposition to the creation of a Palestinian state once the Gaza conflict concludes.
Executive members of the National People's Power (NPP) met with he Head of Mission for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Peter Breuer, in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is grappling with a concerning surge in Dengue fever cases, recording an alarming 380 cases per day.
Karapitiya medical specialists warn of strike following the arrest of the Oncological Surgeon at Karapitiya Teaching Hospital
Tesla China has revealed plans to launch an extensive nationwide tour to introduce its flagship Cybertruck pickup to Chinese consumers
A programme designed to detect traffic rule violations using Colombo city's CCTV system will be initiated, from January 22
Singapore's former transport minister, S. Iswaran, known for ushering Formula One racing into the city-state, entered a plea of not guilty on Thursday
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales is slated for a two-week hospital stay following successful abdominal surgery, according to Kensington Palace.
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has called on the government to delay the scheduled debate on the proposed Online Safety Bill, which is set to take place next week.
Experts suggest that China's population is likely to have started declining in 2022, marking a significant milestone with potential long-term economic consequences.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that the former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's decision to grant a Presidential pardon to former Parliamentarian Duminda Silva is arbitrary and lacks legal validity.
Sri Lanka’s Department of Meteorology reported that polluted air, transported from India has led to hazy conditions in specific areas of Sri Lanka.
With more than 1,200 flight cancellations and 1,300 delays reported by FlightAware, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines have each canceled over 250 flights.
Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has voiced his disapproval of a deepfake video in which he appears to endorse an online gaming application
The health sector braces for major disruptions today as non-doctor employees initiate an island-wide strike starting at 8.00 am.
The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC) a trade association comprising tech giants such as Google, Apple and Meta has expressed deep concerns and called for significant revisions to Sri Lanka's Online Safety Bill
Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development Minister Jeevan Thondaman, revealed plans to introduce a pricing formula for water tariffs.
Flight and train services faced disruptions in India's capital, New Delhi, due to dense fog and cold weather
Artificial intelligence poses risks to job security around the world but also offers a "tremendous opportunity" according to the IMF Chief
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 10 Indian fishermen and seized an Indian trawler during a special operation
The political party of Pakistan's imprisoned former prime minister, Imran Khan, suffered a significant setback in its attempt to keep its cricket bat election symbol
The Maldives has officially requested the withdrawal of Indian troops from its territory by March 15th, as confirmed by an official statement on January 14th, following a diplomatic row between the two nations
Health sector employees across the country, barring doctors, are poised to stage an island-wide strike on Tuesday, January 16
The tech industry has started 2024 with a series of significant layoffs, coinciding with a heightened focus on investments in artificial intelligence
A domestic flight operated by Japan's All Nippon Airways had to return to its departure airport on Saturday after the discovery of a crack in the cockpit window
The United States does not endorse Taiwan's independence, US President Joe Biden announced shorty after Taiwan’s presidential election
Japan has urged Sri Lanka to assume responsibility for the expenses associated with ending a $1.5 billion light rail project funded by Japan.
Representatives from the IMF acknowledged commendable efforts made by Sri Lanka in implementing challenging reforms, which have had a significant impact on the domestic population
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka plans to introduce a digital currency by the end of this year, according to officials who addressed a parliamentary committee on Friday
The Tamil-language movie titled "Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food," starring leading Indian actor Nayanthara has been removed from Netflix due to multiple complaints from Hindu organizations.
A sum of Rs. 220 million has been disbursed to the families of individuals who tragically lost their lives in the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, the government said
The IMF approved US$700 million to Pakistan, bolstering the country's ongoing economic recovery efforts
State Minister Geetha Kumarasinghe, announced the government’s plans to provide breakfast to all pre-school children in 2024
President Ranil Wickremesinghe convening a crucial meeting with Ambassadors representing ten Middle Eastern nations, reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s steadfast commitment to the two-state solution in Palestine.
Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga decimated the Zimbabwe batting line up in a rain-marred clash at the R Premadasa in Colombo
The Sri Lanka Army mobilized its troops to ensure the uninterrupted operation of essential health services across the country
The Sri Lanka Army mobilized its troops to ensure the uninterrupted operation of essential health services across the country
Tech mogul Zuckerberg ventures into livestock farming at his expansive ranch in Hawaii
Founder of Indonesian power and industrial conglomerate, Barito Pacific Group, experienced a staggering loss of US$4 billion
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun emphasized the importance of acknowledging the company's mistakes
A total of 1,550 leprosy cases were reported in 2023, raising alarm among health officials
Britain's Princess Anne, and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence were welcomed onboard SriLankan Airlines aircraft UL 504 from London to Colombo
The Cabinet of Ministers granted its approval for the establishment of new investment zones, backed by technical assistance from the Asian Development Bank
Princess Royal, Princess Anne, and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence will arrive in Sri Lanka on Wednesday
Supplementary Medical Service professionals launched a token strike protesting the government's decision to withhold allowances
The Finance Ministry has mandated relevant officials to establish dedicated counters at all Divisional Secretariats to help public register for their Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN)
United Airlines and Alaska Airlines reported discovering loose parts on several grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft, prompting fresh concerns
A Fundamental Rights (FR) petition was filed with the Supreme Court, seeking an order to reduce the current electricity tariffs
Sri Lanka Police has confiscated assets and land belonging to prominent drug traffickers valued at over Rs. 100 million.
'Oppenheimer,' 'Barbie,' 'Poor Things, 'Succession' and 'The Bear' were among the night's big winners.
A police constable from the Habaraduwa Police has been relieved from duties following the incident
President Mohamed Muizzu has suspended members of government on Sunday for making "derogatory remarks" against Ithe Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Following the death of a prisoner at Galle due to meningitis, eight other inmates are presently undergoing treatment for suspected meningitis
India's Aditya-L1, has successfully arrived at its designated location -- the sun's orbit -- within the expected four-month timeframe
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has assured rapid financial allocations to address pressing challenges in the Northern region of Sri Lanka
The data for reducing electricity bills has been submitted to the Public Utilities Commission, the State Power and Energy Minister revealed
Former Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius was released on parole, South Africa’s Department of Corrections said
In response to a significant increase in Dengue cases, the Health Ministry of Sri Lanka has announced a special Dengue prevention week
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced the deployment of a Navy vessel to enhance regional security in the Red Sea
The management of Homagama Base Hospital in Sri Lanka has been forced to halt all major surgeries at the facility due to an acute shortage of surgeons
India's Supreme Court mandated the prompt conclusion of a probe into the Adani Group by the country's markets regulator within a three-month timeframe
Sri Lanka Police warned individuals who had attended a sermon by a person named Ruwan Prasanna Gunaratne, stating that he had advocated self-harm.
Two Sri Lankan cricketers have made the shortlist of nominees for the 2023 ICC awards.
CEB gears up to present a groundbreaking proposal to PUCSL seeking a substantial reduction in electricity tariffs
Beloved cartoon character Mickey Mouse features in new horror flick as copyright for the character ends
Jerome Fernando who was held in remand custody over inflammatory comments made during a Sunday sermon, was granted bail
Faced with a fresh round of accusations over plagiarism, Harvard President Claudine Gay resigns
Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu records most number of sixes in Women's ODI and T20 formats
China's BYD Auto overtook Tesla to become the world’s biggest electric car company in the final quarter of 2023.
With the spread of the new COVID variant JN.1 in India, Sri Lanka remains vigilant
Nearly 400 passengers were evacuated from the passenger plane, avoiding a much larger disaster, Japanese authorities said.
Workers threaten Sri Lanka’s Power Minister to withdraw a Bill to restructure the state-owned Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB).
The earthquake struck in Ishikawa prefecture in central Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings for regions along the western coast.
With Sri Lanka’s new tax regulations in place from January 1, 2024, it is mandatory for citizens aged 18 and above, to register and obtain a TIN.
Pioneer economist of microcredit and microfinance concepts jailed for six months by a Bangladeshi court
Sri Lanka's fuel retailers announce revised fuel prices following VAT hike
Presidential hopeful Dhammika Perera on his wishes to secure SLPP nomination
Public allowed more time to comply with Sri Lanka's new tax regulations
Over 20,000 individuals arrested in two weeks in Police special anti-narcotic drive
