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University teachers call for impartial probe into Sabaragamuwa Uni. student’s death

The Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) has called for an impartial investigation into the tragic death of 23-year-old Charith Dilshan, a second-year student...

Govt eases several more restrictions on vehicle imports

The Ministry of Finance has issued a new gazette notification easing several more restrictions on vehicle imports, with effect from April 29, 2025. The directive,...

Deshabandu Tennakoon requests security amid reported underworld death threats

Suspended IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon has formally requested police protection, citing credible threats to his life allegedly issued by underworld elements, including notorious gang leader...

Speaker endorses certificate on Proceeds of Crime Bill

The Speaker of the Parliament Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has endorsed the certificate on the Proceeds of Crime Bill, on Wednesday (02) in Parliament. The debate...

Sri Lanka, Vietnam to sign key bilateral agreements during President’s visit

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to undertake a State Visit to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam from 04 May to 06 May 2025...

Political Parties to Hold May Day Rallies Across the Country

Several major political parties have organized May Day rallies and demonstrations at various locations across the country today. The main May Day rally of the...

Ex-President Ranil’s top security officer transferred to Kankesanturai

Chief Inspector of Police Ashoka Ariyawansa, who served as the Chief Security Officer to former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has been transferred with immediate effect. According...

Sajith calls on working community to break free from mindset rooted in isolated poverty

Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa called on the working people to break free from a mindset rooted in isolated poverty and strive to...

Systematic program set up to strengthen economic forces of all working people: PM Harini

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya says that marking a historic turning point, this year’s May Day for is celebrated under a people’s government that...

President calls on workers to unite for a new Sri Lanka

In his May Day message, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka is undergoing a progressive transformation under people-oriented governance.   He notes that the...

International Workers’ May Day today

At least 15 May Day processions, commemorative events and rallies are scheduled to be held in Colombo today (1 May), the Police confirmed. Accordingly, the...

15 May Day events and rallies to be held in Colombo tomorrow

At least 15 May Day processions, commemorative events and rallies are scheduled to be held in Colombo tomorrow (May 1), Sri Lanka Police confirmed. Accordingly,...

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