Texture Matters A Weaver’s Journey Unfolds

14 Aug 2025

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Texture Matters is an exhibition where Marie Gnanaraj redefines the possibilities of her weaving practice. Her works are layered in unexpected ways, inviting one to reconsider what weaving can be. Some pieces are airy and

World’s golf Legends to light up Sri Lanka

14 Aug 2025

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The Legends Tour, Europe’s elite circuit for golfers aged 50 and over, is set to make its Sri Lankan debut in January 2026, with the inaugural Sri Lanka Legends presented by Intervest taking place at the historic Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC).

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Foreigners can use train tickets purchased from agents till August 31: Deputy Minister

13 Aug 2025

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In the wake of the ticket controversy on the Ella Odyssey train, Deputy Minister of Transport Prasanna Gunasena said foreigners who had purchased tickets from agents at higher prices could travel in the train until August 31 after proving their identity and paying the due penalty.

All museums to remain closed on Mondays

13 Aug 2025

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All the museums under the purview of the Department of National Museums including the National Museum, Colombo will be closed on Mondays from September 1, 2025, the Department of National Museums announced.

Priyantha Weerasuriya appointed as new IGP

13 Aug 2025

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police, Attorney-at-Law Priyantha Weerasuriya, as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP).

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NPP government will complete full term, seek next mandate: Bimal Rathnayake

13 Aug 2025

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Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake assured that the National People’s Power (NPP) government will not collapse and will remain in power till the end of its five-year term.

Probe into incorrect data provided to PM on ‘Chichi’s Rocket’

13 Aug 2025

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Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe has announced an investigation into the inaccurate information supplied to Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya regarding the Supreme SAT project, widely known as ‘Chichi’s rocket’.

Major gem and jewellery exhibition planned in Ratnapura - Deputy Minister

13 Aug 2025

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Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry has suffered a significant downturn over the past two years, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe said today (28).

Government targets $36bn in export earnings by 2030

13 Aug 2025

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The Government has set a target of increasing Sri Lanka’s export earnings to US $36 billion by 2030, with strategies and challenges discussed at the second meeting of the Export Development Council of Ministers (EDCM) held yesterday (12) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat.

India, Australia hold 7th round of dialogue on disarmament, non-proliferation

13 Aug 2025

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The 7th round of India-Australia Dialogue on Disarmament, Non-Proliferation, and Export Control was held on Tuesday in New Delhi, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

US Rights report flags extrajudicial killings, media harassment in Sri Lanka

13 Aug 2025

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The United States has raised serious concerns over alleged human rights violations in Sri Lanka, citing extrajudicial killings, custodial deaths, intimidation of journalists, and restrictions on free expression, in its 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.

UN Expert urges China to protect imprisoned Human Rights Defenders

13 Aug 2025

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A UN expert has urged China to safeguard the rights of imprisoned human rights defenders, calling for assurances that they are protected from torture and other forms of mistreatment, according to the United Nations Human Rights Office (UNHRO).

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Six-Year-old girl swept away at Madilla beach in Tangalle

13 Aug 2025

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A six-year-old girl was swept away by strong waves this morning while walking along the Madilla Beach in Tangalle, police said.

Sri Lanka’s Human-Elephant Conflict Hits Breaking Point WNPS Demands Action, Not Excuses

13 Aug 2025

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As Sri Lanka marked World Elephant Day, the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society (WNPS) underscores both the urgency of the human-elephant conflict (HEC) crisis and the practical solutions underway to address it.

Homecoming of the Wild Line by Rasitha Sanjeewa @ Harold Peiris Gallery, Lionel Wendt Art Centre on 22nd, 23rd and 24th August 2025

13 Aug 2025

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“Homecoming of The Wild Line” art exhibition marks the return of the internationally acclaimed Sri Lankan artist Rasitha Sanjeewa as he announces the launch of his latest collection, a profound exploration of emotion, instinct, and

Veterinary shortage deepens as no new recruitment so far this year

13 Aug 2025

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Sri Lanka’s Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) has not recruited a single new veterinarian so far this year, worsening an existing shortage in the sector, officials revealed.

‘Law in the Digital Pulse’

13 Aug 2025

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The 2025 ICT Law Conference, under the theme `Law in the Digital Pulse’ held on August 1st at the Taj Samudra, Colombo, was inaugurated in the distinguished presence of Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, Supreme Court

PSC under fire for reinstating officer under probe

13 Aug 2025

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The medical fraternity has called on the Public Service Commission (PSC) to rescind its decision to reinstate a senior medical officer who, despite being recently cleared in court cases, remains under investigation over an alleged

Forty AI cameras to be installed in SLTB and private buses to reduce accidents

13 Aug 2025

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The Transport Ministry is set to install forty AI camera systems in Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) and private long-distance buses as part of a new initiative aimed at reducing road accidents.

Colombo undergrads no pushovers in rugby

13 Aug 2025

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Colombo University claimed the rugby championship title at the 15th Sri Lanka Inter-University Sports Games 2025, defeating Sri Jayawardenepura University 33–15 in the final held at the Nittawela Rugby Ground, Kandy. The