Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra Explores Agri-Tech Cooperation with Qatar
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra, during his official visit to the State of Qatar, visited Argrico, a company engaged in modern, technology-driven agriculture and food production under challenging desert conditions.
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Recent News
Navy Seizes Over Rs. 55 Billion Worth of Illegal Drugs in Nine-Month Operations
The Sri Lanka Navy has seized illegal drugs with a street value exceeding Rs. 55 billion through land-based operations and maritime surveillance conducted under the “Ratama Ekata” National Operation to eradicate illicit drugs.
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Government Focuses on Revising VAT on Books in the Upcoming Budget - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is focusing on revising the VAT imposed on books through the upcoming Budget.
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Sri Lanka Records Over 1.64 Million Tourist Arrivals by September 20
Sri Lanka has recorded a total of 1,642,215 tourist arrivals from January 1 to September 20, 2026, according to the latest data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.
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Justice Must Be Accessible to All Without Discrimination – Prime Minister
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said establishing the rule of law and ensuring equal access to justice are among the Government’s key commitments, stressing that justice must be accessible to all without discrimination.
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Fitch Ratings Upgrades Sri Lanka’s Sovereign Rating to ‘B-’ from ‘CCC+’
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘B-’ from ‘CCC+’, with a Stable Outlook, according to its latest rating action issued on 22 September 2026.
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Navy Brings Ashore 25 Indonesian Fishermen Rescued in Australian Search and Rescue Region
The Sri Lanka Navy safely brought ashore 25 Indonesian fishermen at the Colombo Port yesterday (24), following a multi-agency rescue operation.
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Current Affairs
Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra Explores Agri-Tech Cooperation with Qatar
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra, during his official visit to the State of Qatar, visited Argrico, a company engaged in modern, technology-driven agriculture...
Navy Seizes Over Rs. 55 Billion Worth of Illegal Drugs in Nine-Month Operations
The Sri Lanka Navy has seized illegal drugs with a street value exceeding Rs. 55 billion through land-based operations and maritime surveillance conducted under the “Ratama Ekata” National Operation t...
Government Focuses on Revising VAT on Books in the Upcoming Budget - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is focusing on revising the VAT imposed on books through the upcoming Budget.
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Sri Lanka Records Over 1.64 Million Tourist Arrivals by September 20
Sri Lanka has recorded a total of 1,642,215 tourist arrivals from January 1 to September 20, 2026, according to the latest data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.
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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
Justice Must Be Accessible to All Without Discrimination – Prime Minister
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said establishing the rule of law and ensuring equal access to...
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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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...
