573 New Communication Towers Planned to Expand Internet Coverage
The Government is identifying locations to construct 573 new communication towers to expand internet connectivity across the country, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today (22).
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Recent News
A Joint Regional Initiative to Ensure the Digital Safety of Children
A special discussion on developing a joint national and regional programme to protect children and young people from the risks they face in the digital environment and on social media was held at the Prime Minister’s Office on September 21, under the patronage of Secretary to the Prime Minister Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, with the participation of representatives of UNICEF and the World Health Organ...
No Referendum Required to Pass 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill: Supreme Court
Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne informed Parliament today (22) that the Supreme Court has determined that approval at a referendum is not required to pass the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.
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Easter Sunday Case Verdict to Be Delivered Today
The verdict in the case related to the Easter Sunday attacks is scheduled to be delivered today (22) by a three-member Colombo High Court Bench at the Aluthkade High Court.
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Parliament to Present Supreme Court Determination on 22nd Amendment Bill Today
Parliament is scheduled to meet at 9.30 a.m. today (22), with Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne scheduled to announce the Supreme Court’s determination on the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.
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weather Forecast
The low-pressure area that was prevailing over the sea area of the Bay of Bengal, to the northeast of the island, has now developed into a depression. It is expected to further develop into a deep depression within the next 24 hours.
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Current Affairs
573 New Communication Towers Planned to Expand Internet Coverage
The Government is identifying locations to construct 573 new communication towers to expand internet connectivity across the country, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalind...
A Joint Regional Initiative to Ensure the Digital Safety of Children
A special discussion on developing a joint national and regional programme to protect children and young people from the risks they face in the digital environment and on social media was held at the ...
No Referendum Required to Pass 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill: Supreme Court
Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne informed Parliament today (22) that the Supreme Court has determined that approval at a referendum is not required to pass the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.
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Easter Sunday Case Verdict to Be Delivered Today
The verdict in the case related to the Easter Sunday attacks is scheduled to be delivered today (22) by a three-member Colombo High Court Bench at the Aluthkade High Court.
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District News
First Phase of Mahiyanganaya ‘Ditwa’ Disaster Housing Project Nears Completion
he first phase of the Mahiyanganaya "Ditwa" Disaster Housing Project, launched to provide permanent ...
Government Extends Relief to Welimada Storm Victims
Compensation and livelihood assistance were officially distributed today to several families affecte...
Parliament
Imported Coal for Power Generation Reviewed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development
Committee requests quality reports on coal consignments in three imported vessels
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Speaker endorses the certificate on three Bills
The Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne announced to the House today that he endorsed the certificate ...
Cabinet Decisions
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World Sea Turtle Day: Protecting Ocean Guardians for Future Generations
une 16 marks World Sea Turtle Day, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the conservation of sea turtles and the protection of their marine habitats.
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Foreign Minister's Official Visit to Australia Strengthens Bilateral Cooperation
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, undertook an official visit to Australia from 1 to 3 June 2026 at the invitation of the Australian Government, marking the ...
Sri Lanka Tourism Shines at CMT 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany
Sri Lanka Tourism made a strong impression at CMT 2026, one of Europe’s largest consumer travel fairs, held in Stuttgart, Germany.
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Sri Lanka sets the Stage for a Landmark Presence at Gulfood 2026
Sri Lanka is set to make a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLED...
Art & Cultural
Sri Lanka Ranked World’s Best Island Destination for 2026 by Big 7 Travel
Sri Lanka has been ranked the world’s best island destination for 2026 in The World’s Best Islands r...
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf Secures Third Place at Mrs. World 2026
Sabina Yousaf brought international recognition to Sri Lanka by securing the third place at the...
Foreign
Thalapathy Vijay’s TVK Secures Major Victory in Tamil Nadu State Elections
The Tamil Nadu State Assembly elections in India have resulted in a significant political victory fo...
Tsunami Warning Issued in Northern Japan After 7.5 Quake
A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, trigger...
Sports
Javelin Champion Rumesh Tharanga Returns to Sri Lanka After Historic World Ultimate Victory
Sri Lanka’s national javelin champion Rumesha Tharanga returned to the country early today (...
Rumesha Tharanga Wins Javelin Throw at World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Sri Lankan javelin thrower Rumesha Tharanga secured first place in the men’s javelin throw at the Wo...
