State Minister reveals plans to establish three international universities in Sri Lanka
State Minister of Higher Education Dr. Suren Raghavan has announced plans to offer multiple degrees through state universities, in a…
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Government draws intense flak on Online Safety Act
By Faraz Shauketaly with David Browne in London Sri Lanka’s beleaguered Government, amidst fighting a faltering economy and battling to increase…
Former SLC Assistant Secretary Trevor Rajaratnam has passed away at the age of 71
Former SLC Assistant Secretary Trevor Rajaratnam has passed away at the age of 71. Trevor played cricket for S. Thomas’…
Beware of crocodiles in Colombo’s waterways
The Wildlife Department warned the public to be vigilant when using rivers, lakes and canals in Colombo as there was…
Presidential Election on schedule, General Election set for next year: PMD
The President’s Media Division (PMD) confirmed that the Presidential Election will be held within the mandated period and will adhere…
Regulations to safeguard citizens’ rights in personal data handling to be finalized soon
Sri Lanka Data Protection Authority’s Chairman, Arjuna Herath, has asserted that rules and regulations crucial for overseeing the protection of…
CPA Denounces “Draconian” Online Safety Act, Calls for Repeal
The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) has expressed strong concerns regarding the recently enacted Online Safety Act (OSA) in Sri…
Sri Lanka signs free trade deal with Thailand to revive economy
Thailand and Sri Lanka have signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a move Sri Lanka hopes will help it emerge…
Land bridge project to connect Sri Lankan ports with Gulf of Thailand
In a significant development, President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed the Thailand-Sri Lanka Business Forum at the Kingsbury Hotel, highlighting the auspicious…
