Free spectacles programme for university students reaches University of Jaffna
The selection of students from the University of Jaffna under the programme to provide free spectacles to all university students in need of them, introduced as a new initiative of the President’s Fund under the guidance of the President, was carried out yesterday (14) at the university premises.
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Recent News
Special awareness programme on achieving the behavioural change envisaged under the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative held at Temple Trees
Extensive focus on social transformation, environmental sustainability and building a higher standard of civic life through the ‘SEE’ concept
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Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan Discuss Cooperation on AI and Digital Infrastructure
Bilateral discussions between Sri Lanka and a delegation from Kazakhstan on AI data centres, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and AI governance were held on November 13 at the Ministry of Digital Economy, under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Engineer Ruwan Weeraratne.
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Belarus Waives Visa Fees for Sri Lankan Students Pursuing Higher Education
The Government of Belarus has decided to waive arrival visa fees for Sri Lankan students visiting the country for the first time to pursue higher education.
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Weather Forecast
The low-pressure area located in the Bay of Bengal, to the east of Sri Lanka, was located approximately 600 km east of Trincomalee. The system is expected to move northwestwards, away from the eastern coast of the island and likely to intensify into a 'depression' by today (November 15).
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Sri Lanka and Türkiye Explore Further Opportunities to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, Arun Hemachandra, held a constructive meeting today with the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Sri Lanka, H.E. Semih Lütfü Turgut, to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
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Fair Competition in the Energy Sector Creates New Opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
A high-level seminar on “Competition Policy and Law” was held in Colombo yesterday (13), with the aim of strengthening competition in the energy sector and safeguarding consumer welfare.
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Current Affairs
Free spectacles programme for university students reaches University of Jaffna
The selection of students from the University of Jaffna under the programme to provide free spectacles to all university students in need of them, introduced as a new initiative of the President’s Fun...
Special awareness programme on achieving the behavioural change envisaged under the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative held at Temple Trees
Extensive focus on social transformation, environmental sustainability and building a higher standard of civic life through the ‘SEE’ concept
...
Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan Discuss Cooperation on AI and Digital Infrastructure
Bilateral discussions between Sri Lanka and a delegation from Kazakhstan on AI data centres, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and AI governance were held on November 13 at the Ministry of Digital E...
Belarus Waives Visa Fees for Sri Lankan Students Pursuing Higher Education
The Government of Belarus has decided to waive arrival visa fees for Sri Lankan students visiting the country for the first time to pursue higher education.
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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
2027 Budget Second Reading Debate Begins Today (13)
The second reading debate on the 2027 Budget is set to begin today (13), following its presentation ...
President to Present 2027 Budget in Parliament Today
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to present the government’s 2027 Budget in Parliamen...
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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
Lula da Silva Wins Brazil Presidential Election
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won the presidential run-off election, securing a ...
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...
Sports
Gampaha and Kandy Share Overall Championship at 36th National Youth Sports Festival
Gampaha and Kandy districts jointly won the overall championship at the 36th National Youth Sports F...
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...
