Family members thank President for intervening to secure Anojan Sivarasa's acquittal on all charges
Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa, who had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and expressed their gratitude for his intervention in securing his release and acquittal on all charges.
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Family members thank President for intervening to secure Anojan Sivarasa's acquittal on all charges
Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa, who had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and expressed their gratitude for his intervention in securing his release and acquittal on all charges.
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“Media Literacy Is Essential to Building an Informed Society” - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated as the Chief Guest in the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Symposium 2026, on 11th of November in Colombo.
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Navy Seizes Fishing Vessel Suspected of Transporting Drugs off Southern Coast
The Sri Lanka Navy has taken control of a local multi-day fishing vessel suspected of transporting a large consignment of narcotics during a special operation in deep waters south of Sri Lanka this morning (12).
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President to Present 2027 Budget in Parliament Today
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to present the government’s 2027 Budget in Parliament today (12) at 2.00 p.m.
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Anojan Sivarasa Released from Saudi Custody
Anojan Sivarasa, who was facing charges before a Saudi Arabian court, has been released, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath has announced.
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Family members thank President for intervening to secure Anojan Sivarasa's acquittal on all charges
Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa, who had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and expressed their grat...
Family members thank President for intervening to secure Anojan Sivarasa's acquittal on all charges
Family members of Mr Anojan Sivarasa, who had been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (12) and expressed their grat...
“Media Literacy Is Essential to Building an Informed Society” - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated as the Chief Guest in the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Symposium 2026, on 11th of November in Colombo.
...
Navy Seizes Fishing Vessel Suspected of Transporting Drugs off Southern Coast
The Sri Lanka Navy has taken control of a local multi-day fishing vessel suspected of transporting a large consignment of narcotics during a special operation in deep waters south of Sri Lanka this mo...
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First Phase of Mahiyanganaya ‘Ditwa’ Disaster Housing Project Nears Completion
he first phase of the Mahiyanganaya "Ditwa" Disaster Housing Project, launched to provide permanent ...
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President to Present 2027 Budget in Parliament Today
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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
Lula da Silva Wins Brazil Presidential Election
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Sports
Gampaha and Kandy Share Overall Championship at 36th National Youth Sports Festival
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FIFA Support Worth US$25 Million Expected to Boost Sri Lanka’s Football Development
Sri Lanka expects to secure US$25 million in financial assistance from the Fédération Internationale...
