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Cabinet approves new committee on Easter attack recommendations

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- Cabinet approval granted to appoint a new committee to formalise the process of implementing recommendations presented by the Presidential Commission of Inquiry and the Sectoral... Read More


Former State Minister Premalal Jayasekera granted bail

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- Former Member of Parliament Premalal Jayasekara was released on bail today (22) following an order by the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate's Court. The court set conditions for his rele... Read More


International Peace Walk commences in Dambulla

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A peace walk aimed at promoting global harmony began in Dambulla a short while ago. The event is scheduled to continue until April 28 with official state sponsorship. Vietnames... Read More


PURA commended for overseeing gas drilling operations

DODOMA, April 22 -- The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy responsible for Petroleum and Gas, Dr James Mataragio, has commended the Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA) for succes... Read More


## CID and Financial Intelligence Unit launch probe into cyber theft during foreign currency payment: Ministry files complaint with relevant authorities

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A specialised investigation into a theft carried out by cyber hackers who accessed the computer systems of the Department of Foreign Resources under the Ministry of Finance, Pla... Read More


24 injured as private bus hits tree near Upparu bridge

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- A private bus traveling from Trincomalee to Mutur veered off the road and collided with a tree near the Upparu River bridge on the Trincomalee-Batticaloa main road. The inciden... Read More


Sri Lanka encouraged to boost garment exports to Europe

Sri Lanka, April 22 -- Sri Lankan apparel exports to the European market should increase further, stated Vanina Paoli-Gagin, Chair of the France-Sri Lanka Parliamentary Friendship Group of the French ... Read More


Absa Dar City Marathon draws 5,000 runners for healthy road run  

DAR ES SALAAM, April 22 -- OVER 5,000 runners are expected to take part in the sixth edition of the Absa Dar City Marathon heading to its flag off  in Dar es Salaam on May 17, 2026. The event co... Read More


CRDB Bank launches the 2nd cohort of the Graduate Trainee Program

DAR ES SALAAM, April 22 -- IN a continued effort to develop young talent and prepare future leaders in the financial sector, CRDB Bank has officially launched the second cohort of its Graduate Trainee... Read More