Several spells of showers expected in parts of Sri Lanka
The Meteorology Department forecasts that several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle and Matara districts.
Sri Lanka festivel returns to Japan after four year hiatus glitzy event
The ‘Sri Lanka Festival’ (Shri Lanka Mahothsawaya) after a four-year hiatus influenced by various reasons has finally come out of the woods, with a glamorous event being organised in Japan, it was reported.
Govt. seeks Rs. 8.75 bn to restart stalled development projects
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State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe yesterday said that Parliament’s approval has been sought for an additional allocation of Rs. 8.75 billion to restart essential
Unilever Sri Lanka inaugurates 2.33 MW solar power project at Horana factory
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Unilever Sri Lanka recently inaugurated a new 2.33 MW solar power project at its Horana factory, partnering with Abans Electricals PLC for project execution.
SLTDA invites investors for development of 7 rest houses on 30-year lease
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Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has issued a call for investors to submit conceptual proposals for the development of seven rest houses on a 30-year lease basis.
Browns Hotels and Resorts unveils Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya
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In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels and Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya.
Planters Association demands immediate action against Minister Thondaman
The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) yesterday issued a statement strongly condemning the recent illegal and unacceptable behaviour exhibited by Minister Jeevan Thondaman at Pedro Estate, Nuwara Eliya.
CoPF calls for immediate action to regulate online casinos
Chair of the Committee on Public Finance, Dr. Harsha de Silva has called for immediate action to regulate online casinos.
Tiger mosquitoes behind dengue fever rise in Europe
An invasive species of mosquito has been found in 13 countries in the EU, including France, Spain and Greece, with experts linking their discovery to a rise in dengue fever in Europe.
Two Indians recruited by Russia killed in Ukraine
India says two of its nationals who had been recruited by the Russian army have been killed in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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IMF Agreement: Mandatory Compliance for whoever comes to power – Minister of Transport, Highways and Mass Media, Dr. Bandula Gunawardena
Minister of Transport, Highways and Mass Media, Dr. Bandula Gunawardena stressed the necessity of adhering to the loan agreements with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) until 2028 while formulating the budget for the upcoming year 2025, regardless of the governing administration.
Range Bandara’s “Loud Thinking” and Ranil’s election campaign
President Ranil Wickremesinghe (centre), UNP General Secretray Palitha Range Bandara and UNP Chairman Vajira Abeywardena greet crowds at an election rally
Aircraft carrying Malawi vice-president goes missing
An aircraft carrying Malawi's Vice-President Saulos Chilima and nine others has gone missing, a statement from the president's office has said.
The Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) reports that computer literacy in Sri Lanka has increased to 39% in 2023.