China informed Japan on Wednesday that it will ban all imports of Japanese seafood, media outlets reported - a decision which comes amid an escalating diplomatic dispute between Asia's top two economies.Tensions...
Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, part of the Energy, Mobility and Projects...
Road Development Authority (RDA) was called to remove a wild elephant that wandered onto the Southern Expressway, on the Hambantota-Mattala stretch, late last evening (18).The incident occurred at around...
Emirates will introduce Starlink-powered Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet FREE, starting with Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025 and completing the rollout by mid-2027. The complimentary, ultra-high-speed...
Sri Lanka’s main international gateway, Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), is rolling out an additional twenty self-check-in kiosks to streamline passenger services ahead of the busy winter...
The Government Medical Officers' Association (GMOA) announced that it had decided to restrict several medical services starting today across all hospitals island-wide.These restrictions include limiting...
Ireland's media regulator began an investigation into social media platform X on Wednesday over concerns it is not giving users a chance to appeal content moderation decisions and that its internal complaint-handling...
Amazon.com was sued on Wednesday in a proposed class action saying the retailer subjects thousands of warehouse employees with disabilities to a "punitive" policy governing workplace absences.Amazon, the...
Namal Rajapaksa, National Organizer of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and Member of Parliament, stated that opposition forces globally worked together against oppressive governments despite policy...
The Sri Lankan Cabinet has given its approval for a significant restructuring within the state banking sector, aimed at bolstering the financial strength of two smaller, specialised institutions.The decision...
The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has officially introduced its premium sub-brand, Denza, to the Sri Lankan market, marking the brand's inaugural venture into South Asia.This move is intended...
The Executive Director of a private company, who was taken into custody on the charge of causing environmental damage within the Aruwakkalu archaeological site, was remanded until November 25.The court...
Lionel Messi expressed his wish to one day return to Barcelona's Camp Nou on Monday, having made a brief visit to see the newly revamped stadium where he spent 21 years of his illustrious career.The 38-year-old...
Mahindra Ideal Finance Limited (MIFL) has delivered strong growth in income and profits during the six months ended 30 September 2025 (H1 FY26) with Total Income for the period rising by 47% Year-on-Year...
The International Olympic Committee says it is still weighing universal rules for transgender athletes at the Games, as a growing number of sports bodies move to tighten eligibility criteria in a shift...
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLIC General) has announced the appointment of Dr. Sameera Dharmasena as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2025.
He is an insurance...
Sri Lanka, often called Asia's hidden treasure, is stepping into the global spotlight as one of the most sought-after destinations for travellers craving authenticity, adventure, and untouched natural...
The 2025 GCE Advanced Level Examination commenced this morning (10) at 8:30 AM.The Department of Examinations had instructed candidates to arrive at the examination centres at least 30 minutes before the...
The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar today (07) rejected the bail applications filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who sought release on bail pending their appeal...
Pradeep Nilanga Dela wassecured re-election today (07) as the new Chief Lay Custodian of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic for a third term, securing a majority of 145 votes.The meeting to appoint the...