- Russia’s Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
- Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island
- Easter Sunday: A Day Of Faith And Remembrance For Sri Lanka
- Special security and traffic plan in place for Sacred Tooth Relic exposition in Kandy
- VAT exempted on locally produced milk and yogurt; digital services and traders face new tax changes
- Nearly 40 schools in Kandy to remain closed next week
- Ranil warns of over 100,000 job losses in Sri Lanka due to US tariff impact
- New access routes introduced for Sacred Tooth Relic exposition
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The Minister of Agriculture and Plantation Industries Mahinda Amaraweera instructed the officials not to give any permission for the reclamation of paddy land.Most of the fallow fields are in the Western Province, so many people are asking for permission to reclaim paddy land, but the government has taken a policy decision not to allow land reclamation, so the minister instructed the relevant officials not to make any recommendations for reclamation of paddy land.The minister said that he had even pointed out to President Ranil Wickremesinghe that some people had deliberately allowed to encroach on the paddy lands on the sides…
Australian billionaire Clive Palmer is preparing to rebuild the Titanic. The ship, named Titanic 2, is also scheduled to sail from the port of Southampton to New York in 2027.In 1912, the Titanic sailed from Sumpton Harbor to New York. However, the luxury Titanic, which was said to be unsinkable, sank in the Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912, killing 1,500 people after hitting an iceberg.It is also said that the plans for the Titanic 2 were made 10 years ago. The construction of the nine-story Titanic 2 will cost between 500 million and 1 billion Australian dollars. It is…
The application deadline for the second phase of the Aswasuma Good Factor Benefit Program has been extended to March 22. It is reported that 130,000 new applications have been received in the data system for the second round.It is further stated that more applications should be entered into the data system by the Divisional Secretariats.Stay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.
A Japanese private company, for the first time, attempted to launch a satellite but failed. The satellite named ‘Space One’ was planned to be sent into the air with the help of the rocket named ‘Karios’ manufactured in Japan.The 18-meter-long rocket was planned to be launched from the space station in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan. The rocket exploded minutes after takeoff. Along with that, the satellite inside the rocket was also destroyed.When the rocket was launched with the intervention of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, it was N.H.K. Broadcasted live on national television. The explosion of the rocket was also…
For the second consecutive year, Janashakthi Group (JXG) has stepped in as the title sponsor for the Battle of the Hindus, the cricket encounter between Hindu College Colombo and Jaffna Hindu College. This sponsorship underscores Janashakthi Group’s long-standing commitment to supporting cricket in Sri Lanka, as well as its dedication to nurturing young, aspiring athletes.With the objective of fostering camaraderie and elevating the standard of college cricket, Hindu College Colombo and Jaffna Hindu College Old Boys’ Associations (OBAs) collaboratively initiated the Annual Cricket Encounter. The inaugural match took place in Colombo in 1982, followed by the second encounter hosted by…
The Department of Railways has decided to revise the opening time for future seat reservations through the railway seat reservation system from today (14).Accordingly, the railway seat reservation system had arranged to start the reservation of seats 30 days before every day at 10.00 am.However, the Department of Railways further stated that seat allocation will start daily at 7.00 pm 30 days in advance through the railway seat reservation system, which will be in effect from today (14).Stay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.
Surge Global, a leading design, technology, and marketing firm of Sri Lankan origin is thrilled to announce its successful partnership with Gulf Business Machines (GBM) Qatar, one of Qatar’s largest technology companies. The partnership kicked off with a successful bid in securing a multi-million dollar project for a prominent public sector entity in Qatar. This achievement marks a significant milestone for both companies and reaffirms their commitment to delivering bleeding-edge digital transformation on a national scale.The collaborative effort between Surge Global and GBM Qatar was the result of their shared expertise, dedication, and a compelling vision to provide best-in-class solutions…
Plans to host a unique runaway show at Sigiriya to highlight Sri Lanka’s rich cultural legacy and scenic beauty have been revealed by Tourism Minister Harin Fernando.He made this announcement last week at a press conference held in conjunction with the ITB (Internationale Tourismus-Börse) in Berlin, Germany: one of the nation’s most prestigious fashion events, Colombo Fashion Week, would have the iconic Sigiriya Rock as its background.Fernando emphasized the need to utilize Sri Lanka’s many features to promote tourism, characterizing the project as a singular chance to present Sigiriya to the world.It was hinted by him that the purpose of…
According to foreign media, India has signed a free trade agreement with 4 non-EU countries. India has signed trade agreements with Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein.Liechtenstein is a small state located between German-speaking Austria and Switzerland. The Indian government has said that it expects investments of about 100 billion US dollars through the new trade agreement. (NDTV)Visit our Buzzer World News Section for more international news.
As International Women’s Day approaches, Raja Jewellers, a name synonymous with elegance and excellence in the world of jewellery, gears up for a celebration of empowerment, inclusion, and exquisite craftsmanship from the 7th to the 9th of March 2024.International Women’s Day holds significant importance both locally and globally, and Raja Jewellers is proud to participate in this meaningful event by championing the theme of “Inspire Inclusion.” Recognizing the invaluable contributions of women in every aspect of their business, Raja Jewellers highlights the diverse roles played by female artisans, designers, managers, directors, marketers, and more in the jewellery industry. This celebration…