Rs. 212 Million Nursing Quarters Complex to Be Constructed at Point Pedro Base Hospital
A foundation stone will be laid tomorrow (19) for the construction of a nursing quarters complex for the nursing staff of Point Pedro Base Hospital at a cost of Rs. 212 million. The ceremony is scheduled to be held tomorrow afternoon under the patronage of Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.
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Recent News
Online Railway Ticket Purchasing Facility Introduced for Passengers
The Ministry of Transport has announced that railway passengers can now purchase train tickets online, with the facility introduced from yesterday (17).
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Sri Lanka to Commission First Battery Energy Storage System and Floating Solar Power Project Today (18)
Sri Lanka’s first Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), established to enhance the country’s renewable energy capacity and strengthen the stability of the national electricity system, is scheduled to be inaugurated in Anuradhapura this morning (18) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with the participation of Minister of Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Anura Karunathilaka.
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weather Forecast
Showers will occur at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya Districts. Fairly heavy falls above 50 mm are likely at some places in Galle, Matara, Kaluthara and Rathnapura districts.
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Government aims to take economic stability achieved towards a transformative era – President
The President also emphasised that the government’s objective was to use the economic gains achieved by the country to ease and improve the living standards of the people.
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Sri Lanka Explores Thailand’s Tourism Development and Promotion Models
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath explored Thailand’s approaches to tourism promotion, destination development and heritage-based tourism during a visit to Bangkok.
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Current Affairs
Rs. 212 Million Nursing Quarters Complex to Be Constructed at Point Pedro Base Hospital
A foundation stone will be laid tomorrow (19) for the construction of a nursing quarters complex for the nursing staff of Point Pedro Base Hospital at a cost of Rs. 212 million. The ceremony is schedu...
Online Railway Ticket Purchasing Facility Introduced for Passengers
The Ministry of Transport has announced that railway passengers can now purchase train tickets online, with the facility introduced from yesterday (17).
...
Sri Lanka to Commission First Battery Energy Storage System and Floating Solar Power Project Today (18)
Sri Lanka’s first Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), established to enhance the country’s renewable energy capacity and strengthen the stability of the national electricity system, is scheduled to ...
weather Forecast
Showers will occur at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya Districts. Fairly heavy falls above 50 mm are likely at some places in Galle, Matar...
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
Imported Coal for Power Generation Reviewed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development
Committee requests quality reports on coal consignments in three imported vessels
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Speaker endorses the certificate on three Bills
The Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne announced to the House today that he endorsed the certificate ...
Cabinet Decisions
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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
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...
Tsunami Warning Issued in Northern Japan After 7.5 Quake
A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, trigger...
Sports
Javelin Champion Rumesh Tharanga Returns to Sri Lanka After Historic World Ultimate Victory
Sri Lanka’s national javelin champion Rumesha Tharanga returned to the country early today (...
Rumesha Tharanga Wins Javelin Throw at World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Sri Lankan javelin thrower Rumesha Tharanga secured first place in the men’s javelin throw at the Wo...
