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Iranian Embassy says Israel-US military attacks 'constitute violation of international law, UN Charter'

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- The Iranian Embassy in Colombo yesterday strongly condemned the military aggression carried out by Israel and US on Iran. A media statement from the Embassy said it was against ... Read More


National Shoora Council condemns unprovoked Israeli-US war on Iran

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- The National Shoora Council (NSC) yesterday condemned the unprovoked Israeli-US war on Iran. The NSC issuing a statement yesterday said, "The National Shoora Council condemns th... Read More


GCE A/L Exams practical tests begin on March 6

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- The practical tests for the GCE Advanced Level 2025 Examination will commence on March 6, Commissioner General of Examinations Indika Liyanage said. The practical tests will be ... Read More


CAASL implements emergency plan amid Middle East airspace closures

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- Civil Aviation Director General and Chief Executive Officer Captain Daminda Rambukwella is leading a special programme to facilitate passengers and aircraft arriving in and depar... Read More


St. Anthony's feast draws 13,000 pilgrims from SL, India to Kachchatheevu

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- The annual feast of St.Anthony at Kachchatheevu drew an unprecedented gathering this year, with authorities estimating an attendance of 13,000 pilgrims from Sri Lanka and India, ... Read More


Environment Minister visits India for Sustainable Development Summit

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- Environment Minister Dr. Dammika Patabendi visited India from February 24 to 27 to attend the 25th edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2026, held in New De... Read More


An after-action review to strengthen national disaster response framework held

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- The large-scale flooding and landslides caused by 'Cyclone Ditwah' required rapid, coordinated action across multiple civilian and military agencies. While the response mitigated... Read More


Education reform programme requires support, co-operation of all stakeholders - President's Secretary

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- A discussion to review the current progress of the new education reform process and to deliberate on other matters relating to the education sector was held at the Presidential S... Read More


Committee to formulate national policy on Medical Education - PM

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that a committee will be appointed to formulate a national policy on medical education, following requests by student unions emphasis... Read More


Government must anticipate risks, strengthen contingency plans - Namal

Sri Lanka, March 2 -- SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa yesterday said the Government must anticipate risks, strengthen contingency plans and support those who could be affected from the tension in Middle East.... Read More