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For over a month, efforts have been under way to save the life of the magnificent tusker Bathiya. Shot by an unidentified persons multiple times, his condition has only worsened …

Sri Lanka’s export sector has been jolted by a significant policy shift in Washington D.C. The United States, under President Donald Trump’s recent “reciprocal tariff” framework, has announced a 30 …

A democratic awakening born of crisis In 2022, Sri Lanka experienced a rupture few believed possible in their lifetime: the forced resignation of a sitting President, not through elections, parliamentary …

As Sri Lanka’s Elections Commission turns its focus to the future, the foundations of its 2026–2029 strategic plan are being laid on four core pillars: raising awareness, law reforms, institutional …

In a major move to improve road safety, the National Transport Commission (NTC) has made it compulsory for all bus drivers to wear seat belts starting from July 1, while …

Chinese President Xi Jinping has placed culture at the centre of China’s national strategy. When he formally introduced “Xi Jinping Thought on Culture” in October 2023 in Beijing, he outlined …

June 25, 2025, will be remembered as a historic milestone for the Malaiyaha Tamil community in Sri Lanka, a people long denied dignified housing and rightful land ownership. While successive …

In the aftermath of Sri Lanka’s most severe economic downturn in recent memory, a beacon of revival is emerging through a bold and expansive initiative, the Integrated Watershed and Water …

The beauty of our natural landscapes lies not only in their aesthetic appeal but also in their vital role in sustaining life on Earth. Recognising this importance, the Ministry of …

In 2024, the Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha allocated Rs. 5 million to recon struct the Siththup paththi cemetery. A private company was contracted for the work. On February 13, 2025, during …