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By Karu Jayasuriya It was exactly 50 years ago today that I held my daughter Indira in my arms forContinue Reading The post Indira at 50: Karu Jayasuriya remembers the inspiration behind the Indira Cancer Trust appeared first on Newswire.

Police have urged property owners to exercise caution and conduct proper background checks before renting out houses, business premises orContinue Reading The post Police warn property owners over renting out homes appeared first on…

Wildlife officers have seized several pieces of jewellery allegedly made from ivory and black coral during raids in the PannegamuwaContinue Reading The post Buying exotic jewellery? Some materials could be illegal appeared first on…

Sri Lanka’s installed solar power capacity has surpassed 3,070 MW, with solar energy now meeting around 15% to 25% ofContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka’s solar capacity tops 3,070 MW as grid operator outlines new measures appeared first on…

The University of Peradeniya has retained its position as the No. 1 university in Sri Lanka in the 2026 UIContinue Reading The post Peradeniya University retains top Sri Lankan spot in 2026 UI GreenMetric rankings appeared first on…

Minister Bimal Ratnayake has indicated that the government intends to provide further relief on Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax in the upcomingContinue Reading The post PAYE tax relief coming? Minister drops major Budget hint appeared first on…

Sri Lanka could experience increased rainfall during October and November, with authorities potentially needing to prepare for flood conditions, anContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka told to prepare for possible floods in October and…

Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has urged Sri Lanka not to get carried away by their victory over EnglandContinue Reading The post Sangakkara identifies what Sri Lanka “must not change” for ODI decider appeared first on Newswire.

The re-scrutinised results of the 2025 (2026) G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination have been released, according to the Department of Examinations.Continue Reading The post Re-scrutinised 2025 O/L examination results released : doenets.lk…

Two more suspects have been arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting the crime involving a grenade attack in Dehiwala thatContinue Reading The post Two more arrested over Dehiwala grenade attack appeared first on Newswire.