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NDC highlights state-private sector cooperation in countering cyber threats
A strategic dialogue on safeguarding national security in the digital age was held at the National Defence College (NDC) in Colombo, as part of its ‘Diners’ Club’ event.
Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), the Deputy Minister of Defence…
FUTA to launch island-wide one-day strike today
The Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) is scheduled to launch a one-day island-wide strike today (30), demanding solutions to several pressing issues affecting the state university system.
FUTA General Secretary, Senior…
Sri Lanka and Thailand to strengthen cooperation in key sectors
Sri Lanka and Thailand have focused on further strengthening bilateral cooperation to promote development in the health, education, technology and economic sectors.
This was discussed during a special bilateral meeting between Minister of…
Japan grants Rs. 4.5 billion to Sri Lanka for flood mitigation in Wattala and Peliyagoda
The government of Japan has agreed to provide a grant of 2.179 billion Japanese yen, equivalent to approximately Rs. 4.56 billion, to Sri Lanka for a project aimed at reducing flood risks in Wattala and Peliyagoda.
The grant will fund the…
Sri Lanka evaluates nuclear energy’s role in future power generation
Sri Lanka is evaluating the potential role of nuclear energy in meeting its future electricity requirements, with safety, security and international safeguards identified as key priorities, Minister of Science and Technology Prof.…
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Fomer spokesman of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pullikal (TMVP), Azad Maulana, appeared before Channel 4 and alleged…
President Ranil to visit India in July to seek closer ties
Exactly one year after political chaos and economic crisis hit Sri Lanka, President Ranil Wickremesinghe is…
President Ranil’s train journey with Diplomats
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the Presidential Secretariat and the Sri Lanka Tourism…
Official Creditor Committee confirms agreement on debt treatment for Sri Lanka
The Official Creditor Committee (OCC) has confirmed its agreement in principle on specific financing terms to…
Indian naval submarine and Pakistani ship visit Sri Lanka at same time
The Indian naval submarine ‘Vagir’, the latest indigenous Kalvari-class submarine of the Indian Navy, on June 19,…
Indian Navy sub to reach Colombo on Monday
The Commanding Officer of the Indian Naval submarine Commander Divakar. S will call on Commander Western Naval Area…
Indian PM Narendra Modi to face no-confidence vote in parliament
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government will face a no-confidence vote in parliament amid deadlock with…
Committed to support Sri Lanka’s economic reforms – IMF chief tells President…
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva has assured the institution’s…