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Cabinet of Ministers approved a proposal tabled by the Minister of Foreign Affairs to establish formal diplomatic relations with government of Timor-Leste (East Timor). The government of Timor-Leste (East Timor) has expressed its…

The appointment of State Minister Ajith Nivard Cabraal as the Central Bank Governor poses a threat to the credibility and independence of that institution, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said. Issuing a statement, he said the…

Half of the Sri Lankan population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and it is a great victory achieved by the country, Co-cabinet Spokesman Mass Media Minister Dullas Alahapperuma said. Speaking at the weekly cabinet media…

LocalIshara MudugamuwaTags: COVID19coronavirusSri LankaHalf of the Sri Lankan population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and it is a great victory achieved by the country, Co-cabinet Spokesman Mass Media Minister Dullas…

No pathogenic microorganisms have been detected in imported organic fertilizers, Agriculture Ministry confirmed. The Ministry of Agriculture states that the news published on social media and in some national media that the…

A man who may have unknowingly helped funnel money to terrorists behind the Easter bombings in Sri Lanka has been granted refugee status in New Zealand. The Immigration and Protection Tribunal found the man was not involved in…

1,354 more individuals recovered from COVID-19 bringing the total recoveries in the country to 415,649, the Epidemiology Unit confirmed

A hand grenade has been found at a private hospital in Narahenpita today, said the Police. The Police said the hand grenade was found from a toilet on the first floor of the hospital. Further investigations are being conducted…

The Government rejects the proposal for any external initiatives purportedly established by Resolution 46/1 while domestic processes are vigorously addressing the relevant matters, Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris told the United…

The new PCR testing laboratory at the Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake will be opened on September 20 for arriving passengers with the aim of providing PCR test results within three hours, Tourism Minister Prasanna…