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U.S. Ambassador-designate Eric Meyer has arrived in Colombo to assume duties as the 29th United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka. The US Embassy in Colombo said following his arrival Ambassador-designate Meyer has noted that he was honoured…

A total of 94,037 dengue cases have been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, according to health authorities. The highest number of cases was recorded in July, with 29,962 cases. Meanwhile, 21,533 cases were reported in June,…

Devdutt Padikkal continued his outstanding form against Sri Lanka with another century as India reached 300 for 5 at stumps on the opening day of the second and final Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo. India won the toss…

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has warned that Sri Lanka could face another serious economic crisis after 2028 unless the country takes urgent steps to increase its foreign reserves and strengthen foreign exchange earnings. Former…

Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to India Mahishini Colonne has emphasised the need to deepen Sri Lanka–India relations while safeguarding Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and strategic autonomy. Addressing the 66th Course of…

Sri Lanka reached 84 for four at stumps on Day Four of the first Test against India at the Galle International Cricket Stadium yesterday (18), leaving the hosts needing a further 288 runs to reach their winning target of 372. Skipper…

The “Inclusive Health” project was officially launched on 28 July 2026 following the signing of an agreement between His Excellency Rémi Lambert, Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka, and Dr Ruchitha Perera, Executive Director of the Family…

Vietnam Airlines has officially commenced direct air services between Vietnam and Sri Lanka, with its inaugural flight arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake. The Airbus A320, operating as flight VN-671 from…

India were bowled out for 462 in their first innings on the third day of the opening Test against Sri Lanka here on Monday. Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for India with a mammoth knock of 167 that ended on Sunday. Resuming their innings…

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) states that there has been an increase in complaints relating to child neglect and abandonment, as well as physical and psychological abuse. The Attorney-at-Law and Director of Law…