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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government have signed loan agreements for a $200 million project to support reconstructionContinue Reading The post ADB provides $200 million loan for post-cyclone reconstruction, livelihood support…

The Sri Lanka Police has urged passengers using taxi services to take precautions to protect themselves from theft, robbery andContinue Reading The post Police issue safety advice to taxi passengers amid crime concerns appeared first on…

Sri Lanka is moving closer to testing electric “flying taxi” technology, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)Continue Reading The post Flying Taxis in Sri Lanka? CAASL targets eVTOL Trial operations within 4 months…

The Sri Lanka Navy has commended 14 civilians who helped rescue 11 naval personnel after a Fast Attack Craft ranContinue Reading The post Navy honours 14 Civilians who Risked Lives to Rescue Sailors appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings PLC has made its first international acquisition, investing $16.2 million to acquire a 75% stake inContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka’s Hemas makes First Overseas Acquisition With $16.2m Kenya Deal appeared first…

A 22-year-old was arrested with about 18.7 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as “Ice,” during a police raid inContinue Reading The post 22-year-old arrested with 18.7kg of ‘ICE’ appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka Police is expected to introduce a new uniform early next year, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala said.Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka Police to get new uniform next year appeared first on Newswire.

The requirement for drivers and passengers to wear seat belts when travelling on expressways is already in place, with theContinue Reading The post Seat belt rule to cover all expressway vehicles from September 19 appeared first on…

Farmers affected by the prevailing dry weather conditions are to receive agricultural insurance compensation promptly, according to the Agricultural andContinue Reading The post 6,073 acres of paddy affected by drought: Govt to expedite…

A 46-year-old man has been arrested by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) for allegedly spreading unverified and false information claimingContinue Reading The post TID arrests man over alleged fake LTTE Training Camp claim appeared…