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Sri Lanka leads South Asia in AI job growth, ranks second in ChatGPT usage: World Bank

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Sri Lanka has emerged as one of South Asia's most AI-exposed economies, with strong growth in artificial intelligence-related jobs but also mounting risks of job displacement, ac... Read More


Three arrested over murder of Weligama PS Chairman

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested three individuals today in connection with the recent murder of the Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, Lasantha W... Read More


Over 29,000 people affected as heavy rains continue nationwide

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that adverse weather conditions prevailing over the past few days have affected 18 districts across the island. According to DMC Dir... Read More


Trump sets 10% hike in tariffs on Canada after ad airs during World Series

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he was increasing tariffs on Canada by an additional 10% "above what they're paying now," as he reacted again to an ad by Canada's On... Read More


Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre, French media report

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Two people have been arrested following a robbery at the Louvre museum in Paris which saw thieves escape with priceless jewellery, including part of the French crown jewels. Fre... Read More


India and China to resume direct flights as ties improve

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- India and China resume direct flights on Sunday (Oct 26) after a five-year suspension, a move important both for trade and a symbolic step as Asia's giants cautiously rebuild rel... Read More


Nearly 28,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- A total of 743 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island... Read More


Police seek public assistance to arrest suspect in Weligama PS Chairman's murder

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Sri Lanka Police are seeking public assistance to arrest a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman, Lasantha Wickramasekera. An invest... Read More


Cache of ammunition found in Kanadara Oya

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Police have recovered a stock of live ammunition used in T-56 assault rifles, along with two magazines, from the Wahamalgollewa area in Medawachchiya. According to information r... Read More


Energy Minister orders withdrawal of PSRS Director General appointment letter

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- The Minister of Energy, Eng. Kumara Jayakody, has directed the immediate withdrawal of a recent letter concerning the appointment of the Director General of the Power Sector Refo... Read More