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NPP lawyers condemn brutal killing of attorney and wife; demand swift justice

Srilanka, Feb. 15 -- While condemning the assassination of Attorney-at-Law Buddhika Mallawaarachchi and his wife, lawyers of the National People's Power (NPP) urged the government to accelerate its ef... Read More


Verite Research poll shows Sri Lanka turns more optimistic amidst strong government approval

Srilanka, Feb. 15 -- Sri Lankans are expressing growing optimism about the country's direction, with strong approval ratings for the government and a significant rise in economic confidence, according... Read More


CM Stalin urges Jaishankar to expedite return of fishermen from Sri Lanka

Srilanka, Feb. 15 -- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday penned a letter to Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar, urging for immediate action to facilitate the return of Tamil Nadu fi... Read More


T20 World Cup: England keep Super 8 hopes alive

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- England kept their Super 8 hopes alive with a hard-fought five-wicket victory over Scotland in Match 23 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Chasing 153 at the iconic Eden Gardens, E... Read More


Valentine's Day: What Sri Lankans Should Know About Its History and Celebration

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Every year on February 14, Valentine's Day is marked across the world with flowers, greeting cards and special dinners. In Sri Lanka too, restaurants announce themed menus, retai... Read More


SriLankan Airlines share issue planned with vested interests: Opposition MP

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- A share issue has been planned for the national carrier SriLankan Airlines, and it is being planned to help certain companies to buy it over, an Opposition MP alleged today. MP... Read More


Tucker 94 fires Ireland to 235 against Oman at T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Captain Lorcan Tucker struck an unbeaten 94 to power Ireland to a mammoth 235-5 against Oman on Saturday, the highest total so far in this year's T20 World Cup. Tucker hit 10 fo... Read More


Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- The Department of Meteorology has issued an 'Amber' advisory warning of severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern Provinces, as well as in the Badulla and Nuwara... Read More


Police seek dash cam video to identify Akuregoda double shooting suspects

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- The Sri Lanka Police have sought public assistance to identify the suspects involved in the fatal double shooting that took place in Akuregoda yesterday. Police said that a lawy... Read More


Boycott Drama Over: India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash back on in Colombo

Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- Cricket's fiercest rivalry is back as India and Pakistan gear up to clash in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Pakistan had briefly threatened to boycott the match, citing solidari... Read More