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'Kehelbaddara Padme' remanded until September 3

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- Organised crime gang leaders Mandinu Padmasiri Perera alias "Kehelbaddara Padme" and Nilanga Sampath Silva alias "Panadura Nilanga", who were brought back to Sri Lanka from Indone... Read More


Prajashakthi Programme: 23,000 projects implemented using Rs. 23 billion

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- Approximately 23,000 projects have been implemented under the government's "Prajashakthi" programme using Rs. 23 billion of the Rs. 25 billion allocated in the 2026 Budget, with a... Read More


No decision to raise minimum age for three-wheeler drivers to 40: Minister

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- The government has not yet considered a proposal to increase the minimum age for driving three-wheelers to 40, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today (25). ... Read More


Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay's detention order extended for another 90 days

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- The detention order against former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) retired Major General Suresh Sallay has been extended for a further 90 days in connection with ... Read More


Detained organized crime gang member "Kehelbaddara Padme" produced before court

Srilanka, Aug. 25 -- Detained organized crime gang member "Kehelbaddara Padme" has been produced before the court, according to officials. The suspect, who is currently being held in custody, was ... Read More


Sea temperatures around Sri Lanka rise by 1 degree C amid El Nino conditions

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Sea temperatures around Sri Lanka have risen by 1 degree C, raising concerns over worsening weather conditions as the effects of the El Nino phenomenon continue to impact the coun... Read More


Admiral (Retd.) Kanchana Banagoda appointed AASL Chairman

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Admiral (Retired) Kanchana Banagoda has been appointed Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL). He will officially assume duties as Chairman... Read More


Over 80% of Rs. 95 billion MSME loan fund already disbursed

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- More than 80% of the Rs. 95 billion allocated by the government in 2026 to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) has already been utilized, according to the De... Read More


Moody's maintains Sri Lanka's Caa1 rating, warns of debt pressures

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Moody's Ratings has affirmed Sri Lanka's Caa1 foreign currency long-term issuer and senior unsecured ratings, while maintaining a stable outlook, citing continued weaknesses in de... Read More


Second Randoli Perahera parades the streets of Kandy

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The second Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Perahera commenced parading the streets this evening (24), drawing large crowds of spectators to the streets of Kandy. ... Read More