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Sri Lanka has formally banned the import of goods produced using forced labour, effective July 10, 2026, in a moveContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka bans imports of goods produced with forced labour appeared first on Newswire.

The Civil Aviation Authority has announced plans to test a drone aircraft service capable of carrying passengers in Sri Lanka.Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka to test plans for passenger‑carrying drone service appeared first on Newswire.

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has been confirmed as a Kandy Royals player for the 2026 Lanka Premier LeagueContinue Reading The post Shaheen Afridi to play LPL after Pakistan Test Squad omission appeared first on Newswire.

The Sri Lanka Navy has recovered a consignment of smuggled shampoo packets during a search operation at Urumalei beach inContinue Reading The post Bad Hair Day for Smugglers: Navy seizes 5,386 Shampoo Packets appeared first on Newswire.

The Ministry of Environment, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has handed over advanced laboratory equipment worthContinue Reading The post UNDP hands over Rs. 240 Mn worth of advanced lab equipment…

Sri Lanka is working with strong dedication to uphold international standards on nuclear safety and security, Minister of Science andContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to nuclear safety standards appeared first on…

Sri Lanka has launched an international tender to develop a 250 MW/1,000 MWh Standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), markingContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka invites global bids for 250 MW battery storage project appeared first…

Sri Lanka Police have appealed to the public for assistance in locating a suspect wanted in connection with the break‑inContinue Reading The post Police seek public help to arrest suspect in Dambulla Secretariat break‑in appeared first on…

The Judicial Service Association of Sri Lanka has formally opposed proposals to extend the constitutionally established retirement age of judges.Continue Reading The post Judicial Service Association writes to President against retirement…

Six Tamil and Muslim political parties have come together to form a common political platform aimed at jointly advocating forContinue Reading The post “No Racism”: Why have six Tamil and Muslim parties come together? appeared first on…