Whistleblower alleges canned fish unfit for human consumption being sold through Sathosa
Former Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) Executive Director Thushan Gunawardena 29th of April alleged that the Ministry of Trade has informed the Lanka Sathosa to sell canned fish unfit for human consumption through its outlets in 2021.
Lotus Tower witnesses first skydiving event
The Lotus Tower in Colombo witnessed its first skydiving event recently to promote the island's tourism industry internationally.
Fuel prices reduced from tonight
The Power and Energy Minister has decided to reduce the retail prices of Lanka Petrol 92 Octane, Lanka Petrol 95 Octane Euro 4, Lanka Auto Diesel and Lanka Super Diesel 4 Star Euro 4 from tonight.
Sudan crisis: Air strikes and fighting in Khartoum as truce collapses
Air strikes have intensified in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, despite a truce aimed at allowing civilians to flee.
The army said it was attacking the city to flush out its paramilitary rivals, the Rapid Response Forces (RSF).
Ludhiana gas: Mystery leak kills 11 in Indian city
At least 11 people have died following a gas leak in northern India.
Women and children are among those who died in the port city of Ludhiana in Punjab state. Several people were found unconscious in their homes.
Cuba cancels May Day parade because of fuel shortages
Cuba's communist government has cancelled Monday's traditional May Day parade because of acute fuel shortages.
LAUGFS Lubricants Expands its Footprint to Maldives
LAUGFS Lubricants, a brand known locally and internationally, recently ventured into international market to expand its service offering to the Maldives as a part of LAUGFS Strategic plan to enter new international markets.
New laws to be introduced to transform Sri Lanka as a green economy
New laws are to be introduced to transform Sri Lanka as a green economy.in the coming years to find ways and meas to a hive this objective this issue
Karannagoda says former military official, US ambassador behind his ban
While expressing surprise on the US decision to blacklist him and his family from entering US, North Western Province Governor Wasantha Karannagoda yesterday said that there is ‘something else’ behind the move.
Ukraine war: Crimea oil tank set ablaze by reported drone
A drone strike has caused a massive fire at an oil depot in Russian-controlled Crimea, local officials say.
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US Army grounds its aircraft after recent mid-air collisions
The US Army has grounded all aircraft except those on "critical missions" after two recent fatal mid-air crashes.
Israel: Huge rally pushes back at judicial reform protests
Tens of thousands of Israelis have rallied in Jerusalem in support of controversial plans by the far-right government to reform the judiciary.
Ukraine war: 25 dead as Russian missiles hit cities
A wave of Russian air strikes on cities across Ukraine, including Kyiv, has left at least 25 people dead.
8,000 jobs in Korea for Sri Lankans this year
Korea has agreed to provide 8,000 job opportunities for Sri Lankans in Korea this year, exceeding the job quota of 6,500 offered earlier. Korea’s Human Resources Department Director based in Sri Lanka had a discussion with Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara and the agreement was reached during the discussion yesterday morning (26).