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Schaffter’s body to be exhumed
Police Spokesman SSP Nihal Thalduwa has said that the body of businessman Dinesh Schaffter will be exhumed on Thursday (25) as per a court order for further investigations.
Greece’s conservative party wins big in national election
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said his conservative party had unleashed a “political earthquake” with a thumping win in Sunday’s election but hinted that he would seek another election in order to secure an absolute majority that would allow the party to govern alone.
Bakhmut: Zelensky says city is destroyed as Russia claims victory
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky says that Bakhmut is completely destroyed - but has denied that Russia has won the bloody battle for the city.
Sea Cucumber Farming becomes a threat to local Fishermen
Sea cucumber farming is a relatively new industry in Sri Lanka, but it has quickly gained popularity due to its potential for high profits.
Govt accords high priority to set up Agricultural Modernization Secretariat
Sri Lanka will be establishing an an Agricultural Modernization Secretariat to tackle the issues arising in the Agricultural Modernization Program aided by the World Bank on the directions of the President, high official sources announced.
Electronic passport introduction to trigger normal passport scarcity
An electronic passport is likely to be issued within this year, the Department of Immigration and Emigration said.
EU backs for Sri Lanka on climate change adaptation
The European Union (EU) has expressed its willingness to extend support to Sri Lanka as it adapts to the impacts of climate change. The EU has said it is committed to working with Sri Lanka to help the country build a more resilient and sustainable future.
Passports to be issued via new system from 1 June: Commissioner General
The Immigration and Emigration Department Controller General I.S.H.J. Ilukpitiya announced yesterday that passports will be issued via a new system from 1 June.
Government short-lists transaction advisors to divest four SOEs.
The Government has short-listed transaction advisors to assist in the divestiture of four State Owned Enterprises (SOEs).
They are Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Ltd., Hotel Developers Lanka Ltd (Hilton Hotel Colombo), Canwill Holdings Ltd (G
Sri Lanka to boost tourist arrivals from India
The government will be accelerating the tourism arrivals from India, leading hospitality and travel entities in the island
Ukraine war: US to support providing F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine
The US says it will allow its Western allies to supply Ukraine with advanced fighter jets, including American-made F-16s, in a major boost for Kyiv.
Religious Leaders go to court seeking stern action against Pastor Jerome
A group of religious leaders representing different religious faiths in the country today filed a Fundamental Rights petition in the Supreme Court seeking an order directing the IGP to immediately arrest Pastor Jerome Fernando over his hate comments against religious harmony in the country.
Canada locks horns with Sri Lanka after Trudeau’s statement
Hot on the heels of the 14th anniversary of the war victory,Sri Lanka is heading for a diplomatic battle with Canada once again after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a statement yesterday in recognition of what is called ‘Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day, the day when the war ended in Sri Lanka 14 years ago.
Sri Lanka registers strong protest with Canada over Justin Trudeau’s remarks
The Foreign Ministry summoned Canadian High Commissioner in Colombo Eric Walsh and registered Sri Lanka’s strong protest over Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s remarks on May 18 recognizing what he called a ‘Tamil genocide week’.
Customs seize illegally imported ‘Hookah tobacco’ worth Rs. 164 mn
The Port Control Unit of Sri Lanka Customs has seized a stock of around 8,000 kilograms of ‘Hookah tobacco’, which is used in Sheesha machines, which have been illegally imported into the country from Dubai.The stock of tobacco is estimated to be worth around Rs. 164 million.
DMT to make special change to motor vehicle registration certificate
The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has taken a special decision on the inclusion of the names of the current and previous vehicle owners in the Certificate of Registration of Motor Vehicles.
Central Bank revokes margin deposit requirements against imports
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) says the Banking Act directions made by its Monetary Board on cash margin deposit requirements against imports have been revoked.
Thereby, the revocation, made pursuant to Sections 46(1) and 76(J)(1) of the Banking Act No. 30 of 1998, is effective immediately.
Sri Lanka and Switzerland to enhance cooperation on migration issues
The 2nd Experts Meeting on the Migration Partnership between Sri Lanka and Switzerland reviewed the progress made under the Migration Partnership since its launch in 2016 and discussed the priorities and challenges for the future. The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation on migration issues, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
Sri Lanka’s Tea Industry to penetrate lucrative Chinese market
Sri Lanka’s Tea Industry with options for expansion is to be guided towards penetrating Lucrative Chinese market by introducing immediate export promotion strategy Sri Lankan Ambassador in China Dr. Palitha Kohona said.
EU calls for the government to eliminate import restrictions
The EU has urged Sri Lanka to lift the import restrictions, preventing many European products from entering its market.