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Indian Chief of Air Staff calls on Defence Secretary

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- The Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh PVSM, AVSM, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacon... और पढ़ें


Specialist calls for stronger airport screening and public caution urged over Ebola risk

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- Health experts have given mixed signals over the risk of Ebola entering Sri Lanka, with one specialist saying there is no immediate danger, even as he calls for stronger screening... और पढ़ें


Sri Lanka sugar crisis looms, milk powder prices may surge: Importers

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- Sri Lanka could face a major sugar supply and price crisis, along with potential price hikes in imported milk powder and other essential food items, after India suspended sugar ex... और पढ़ें


Uproar in Parliament over delay in filling SC, Appeal Court vacancies

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- An uproar erupted in Parliament today when Minister of Justice Harshana Nanayakkara refused to answer a question raised by MP Ajith P. Perera about filling five vacancies of judge... और पढ़ें


Three Chinese nationals detained at BIA over Rs. 514,000 electronics smuggling attempt

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- Airport customs officers at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) arrested three Chinese nationals on the night of 19 May after they allegedly attempted to smuggle mobile phone... और पढ़ें


Health green light for Vesak dansalas: Strict hygiene rules issued ahead of 2026 festival

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- Public health authorities have issued a nationwide advisory urging organizers of Dansalas for the 2026 Vesak festival to register their events with the relevant Medical Officer of... और पढ़ें


Childhood cancer care must focus on how survivors live, not just survival - Nalinda

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- "The true measure of success in childhood cancer is not only how many children survive, but how they live," Sri Lankan Health and Mass Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said while ... और पढ़ें


Sri Lanka, UN discuss wide-ranging reforms in digital governance drive

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- A wide-ranging bilateral discussion was held between the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Professor Chandana Abayarathne, and UN Reside... और पढ़ें


Imported milk powder price increased from today

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- The Milk Powder Importers' Association has announced a revision in the prices of imported milk powder, citing prevailing market conditions and exchange rate fluctuations. Accordi... और पढ़ें


Minimum bus fare could increase to Rs. 40 due to rupee depreciation: Gemunu

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- The minimum bus fare could increase to Rs. 40 following the upcoming annual revision in July, as further weakening of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar may push up transp... और पढ़ें