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Pakistan invites US and Iran to Islamabad talks; says ceasefire extends 'everywhere'

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States, Iran, and their allies, saying it covers "everywhere," including Lebano... Read More


US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (Apr 7) that he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of... Read More


Donald Trump announces two-week ceasefire with Iran

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (Apr 7) that he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of... Read More


CSE records strong gains as ASPI surges over 4%

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recorded notable gains today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) increasing by 885.14 points, representing a rise of 4.21%. At close of tradi... Read More


Northern Line train services to resume tomorrow; extra trains for festive season

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- Train services on the Northern Line, which were disrupted following Cyclone Ditwah, will resume from tomorrow (09), according to Sri Lanka Railways. The department also announce... Read More


PM Harini instructs officials to promptly complete compensation payments to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has instructed officials to expedite the completion of compensation payments for those affected by the disaster caused by Cyclone Ditwah. T... Read More


Kuwait Airways to recommence Colombo operations from Apr. 15

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait, will officially commence flight operations to Colombo from April 15. The new service is expected to support increasi... Read More


Sri Lanka assures fullest support to ensure peace and stability in Middle East

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has affirmed that Sri Lanka, both as an individual nation and collectively with others will extend its fullest possible support within the fram... Read More


India orders major airports to cut some charges by 25%, in relief to airlines

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- India's airport tariff regulator has ordered major airports to cut landing and parking charges by 25% for three months for domestic flights, offering relief to the country's airl... Read More


Renovated Colombo Pettah Central Bus Stand declared opened

Sri Lanka, April 8 -- The newly renovated Pettah Central Bus Stand has been officially opened to the public today (08). The event was attended by Minister of Transport and Highways Bimal Rathnayake, ... Read More