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The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced that applications are now open for the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Awards. AccordingContinue Reading The post Applications open for US Fulbright Visiting Scholar Awards appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) says it is unaware of any move by the government to request the resignation of itsContinue Reading The post “We are not aware”: SLC responds to reports of ExCo resignation request appeared first on Newswire.

Progress on facilitating foreign employment opportunities for retiring Sri Lanka Navy personnel in the shipping and marine sector was reviewedContinue Reading The post Foreign job opportunities for retiring naval personnel reviewed appeared…

The Committee on Public Finance has approved regulations published under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No. 11 ofContinue Reading The post COPE approves Port City duty-free rule changes, amendments to labour law exemptions…

The Committee on Public Finance has approved regulations published under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No. 11 ofContinue Reading The post COPF approves Port City duty-free rule changes, amendments to labour law exemptions…

India has sharply criticised US President Donald Trump after he amplified remarks describing India as a “hellhole” in a repostContinue Reading The post India slams Trump’s ‘hellhole’ comment appeared first on Newswire.

Under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the United Arab Emirates has unveiled a new governmentContinue Reading The post UAE launches ambitious AI‑driven government model appeared first on Newswire.

Train services on the coastal line were severely disrupted this morning (24) after the Sagarika train, operating from Beliatta toContinue Reading The post Coastal train services limited after train derailment appeared first on Newswire.

Judges ⁠at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have confirmed all three counts of murder as crimes against ⁠humanity against formerContinue Reading The post ICC confirms crimes against humanity trial of ex-Philippine leader Duterte…

Remittances from migrant workers rose by 26.5% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year,Continue Reading The post Migrant worker remittances rise 26.5% in first quarter : SLBFE appeared first on Newswire.