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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


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


Police fire at van near checkpoint in Ratmalana, driver arrested

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- Police officers engaged in duties at a routine police checkpoint near the Golumadama Junction in Ratmalana have given chase and opened fire at a vehicle that failed to comply wit... Read More


Kalu Ganga water level rises; Residents urged to be vigilant

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- The Department of Irrigation reports that the water levels in several reservoirs across the country have further increased due to the ongoing heavy rainfall. Significant rainfal... Read More


Sri Lanka men and women storm to 4x100m relay gold in Ranchi

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- Sri Lanka dominated the relays at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, India winning gold in both the Men's and Women's 4x100m relay events. The Sr... Read More


Fire breaks out on 'Rajarata Rejini' train

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- A fire has broken out on the 'Rajarata Rejini' train operating from Anuradhapura to Beliatta, the Railway Department reported. According to officials, the fire originated in the... Read More


Gazette issued regarding release of vehicles stuck in customs

Sri Lanka, Oct. 25 -- A Gazette notification has been issued stipulating regulations for the release of vehicles held by Sri Lanka Customs. The Gazette Extraordinary has been issued with the signatur... Read More