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Former NIE Director indicted

Sri Lanka, March 26 -- A charge sheet was handed over today (26) in the Supreme Court to the former Director of the National Education Institute, I. G. S. Premathilaka, who faces accusations of contem... Read More


Lanka's exports record steady growth in February

Sri Lanka, March 26 -- Sri Lanka's total exports, including both merchandise and services, reached US$ 1,401.78 million in February 2026, reflecting a notable year-on-year growth of 4.22% compared to ... Read More


Negligence allegations at Avissawella Hospital following twin deaths

Sri Lanka, March 26 -- Staff negligence at the Avissawella Hospital caused the death of unborn twins, the father and relatives of the children allege. A 35-year-old mother from the Getahetta area in ... Read More


Three DMT officials arrested

Sri Lanka, March 26 -- Investigating officers from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption arrested three officials employed at the Department of Motor Traffic today (26) on... Read More


Afternoon showers expected

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Showers or thundershowers may occur in several places within the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as the Galle and Matara districts, after approximately 2:00 PM today... Read More


Siyapatha Finance debentures sold out in hours

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Siyapatha Finance PLC has seen its latest subordinated debenture offering snapped up by investors in record time, closing the subscription on the same day it opened. The issue, ... Read More


Retired Major General Sallay observed by Fort Magistrate

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Retired Major General Suresh Sallay, currently held under 90-day detention orders, underwent observation by Colombo Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday (24). The Magist... Read More


Elderly Aswesuma allowances credited tomorrow

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Nearly Rs. 3.4 billion in elderly allowances for March under the Aswesuma welfare benefit scheme will be sent to banks tomorrow (26), according to the Welfare Benefits Board. T... Read More


Dialog Axiata boosts 5G network coverage

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Dialog Axiata PLC has rapidly scaled its next-generation mobile infrastructure, with its 5G network now spanning more than 800 operational sites across 24 districts. This follow... Read More


Opposition Leader calls for Parate Law repeal to support struggling SMEs

Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Micro, small, and medium-scale entrepreneurs (MSMEs) face severe hardships due to rapid fuel price hikes, which negatively impact the production cycle and supply chains. Opposi... Read More