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Opposition MP D. V. Chanaka has alleged that power cuts took place at 45 locations yesterday due to low-quality coal,Continue Reading The post 45 Areas Hit by Power Cuts Yesterday, Opposition Accuses Govt of Lying appeared first on…

The renovated Central Bus Terminal in Fort will be reopened to the public on Wednesday (08), marking the completion ofContinue Reading The post Renovated Pettah central bus stand to open to the public tomorrow appeared first on Newswire.

President announces Rs. 100 billion relief package for three months to ease the burden on the public amid the crisisContinue Reading The post Relief package: President’s full speech in Parliament appeared first on Newswire.

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) will provide electricity for New Year festivals and related events across the country from WednesdayContinue Reading The post CEB to supply power for New Year events on payment basis appeared first on…

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a temporary water supply limitation in parts of Palanwatta dueContinue Reading The post 12-hour water cut from 8:00 pm today for several areas appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka expects to receive around $700 million from the fifth and sixth tranches of its programme with the InternationalContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka to receive $700m in IMF 5th and 6th tranches by end-May: President appeared first…

Sri Lanka has appointed two senior diplomats as heads of mission to Lebanon and Malaysia, with both envoys recently assumingContinue Reading The post Sri Lankan envoys to Lebanon and Malaysia assume duties appeared first on Newswire.

Russia and China have vetoed a Gulf-backed draft resolution at the UN Security Council aimed at securing the Strait ofContinue Reading The post Russia & China block UN resolution calling for reopening of Strait of Hormuz appeared first…

Health and Mass Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa participated as the chief guest at the World Health Day 2026 commemorations heldContinue Reading The post Health Minister attends World Health Day event in New Delhi as chief guest appeared…

Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage told Parliament that rebuilding Sri Lanka’s cricketing standards will take time, stressing that long-term planningContinue Reading The post Rebuilding Sri Lanka’s cricket will take time but will be…