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Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has expressed his condolences over the passing of several local and foreign Buddhist monks in the tragic accident at the Na Uyana Monastery (Nā Uyana Āranya Senāsanaya) at Pansiyagama in Melsiripura.In an official statement, he also extended his wishes for a speedy recovery to the monks who were injured in the accident and are currently receiving treatment in the hospital.He further noted that the venerable Buddhist monks, who dedicated their lives in the forest to ending worldly suffering, had gone forth to share the Buddha’s teachings on impermanence.Concluding his message, the former President said he prays…

Around 50% of the information provided by the general public during the recent wildlife census was found to be accurate, according to Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Namal Karunaratne.The Deputy Minister presented this information today (26) while addressing Parliament.The wildlife census, conducted on March 15 across the island, was aimed to identify animals that harm food crops, study them properly, and take appropriate action.The census, which was conducted simultaneously across the country, focused on animals such as monkeys, toque macaques, peacocks and giant squirrels. According to the Deputy Minister, 50% of the data provided by the public about monkeys…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held bilateral discussions with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York on the side-lines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.President Dissanayake warmly welcomed Prime Minister Albanese before the two leaders engaged in discussions aimed at further expanding economic and trade cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations. Particular emphasis was placed on promoting tourism, as well as exploring new investment and market opportunities, the President’s Media Division said.Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath, Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to…

A total of 1,006 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (24).As part of the operation, 28,669 persons were subjected to inspection, the Police Media Division said.Police have identified 31 individuals directly linked to criminal activities while 601 suspects with outstanding warrants were arrested during the operation, police noted.According to the report, a total of 63 drunk drivers were apprehended while a further 20 reckless drivers and 4,364 persons who violated various other traffic offences were identified.According to police, island-wide…

Sri Lanka has been ranked the number one destination to visit in the month of October by global travel magazine Time Out which released its annual list of the world’s top travel spots for the month.Sri Lanka’s warm tropical climate, rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes have contributed to it being named the travel top destination by the magazine.The magazine highlighted Sri Lanka’s as a destination that offers “a little bit of everything” from golden beaches and hill-country hikes to ancient ruins and wildlife safaris.Türkiye is placed second while United States’ New Mexico has been ranked third in the list.Other…

Several Buddhist monks injured in the cable car accident at the Na Uyana Monastery (Nā Uyana Āranya Senāsanaya) at Pansiyagama in Melsiripura continue to receive treatment at the Kurunegala and Polgahawela hospitals.The accident reportedly occurred at around 9:00 p.m. yesterday (24), as the monks were returning to their meditation huts after completing a religious ceremony held at the offering ground (Pūjā Bhūmiya).At the time of the accident, 13 monks were inside the cable car. Among them, seven monks lost their lives.The injured monks were admitted to the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital and the Polgahawela Hospital for treatment.It is also reported that…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, addressing the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, urged world leaders to commit themselves wholeheartedly to building a safe world for future generations. The President stressed that nations must walk hand in hand, not apart.Speaking at the UN Headquarters in New York on the 25th morning Sri Lanka time, the President expressed deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip. He called for an immediate ceasefire, the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid and the release of hostages by all parties, in line with agreements reached by the United Nations and other…

Defending champions India booked their spot in the Asia Cup final with a 41-run victory over Bangladesh.The win moves India, who are yet to lose a match, two points clear at the top of the table while also eliminating Sri Lanka, who have lost their first two matches in the Super Fours.Pakistan and Bangladesh, level on two points, face each other in the penultimate group match on Thursday, with the result determining who will join India in the final.Batting first in Dubai, opener Abhishek Sharma scored his second half-century in as many matches to kickstart India’s innings.He dominated an explosive…

Sri Lanka’s third nano-satellite, collaboratively developed by the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), Japan, and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies (ACCIMT), Sri Lanka, has been deployed into orbit at 2.20 p.m. today (19).The Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies in Moratuwa, has announced that the research satellite, named ‘BIRDS-X Dragonfly,’ is designed to conduct three space research missions.Importantly, BIRDS-X Dragonfly comes at no cost to Sri Lanka, the ACCIMT said. The project, conceived by former ACCIMT Director-General Eng. (Dr.) Sanath Panawennage as a Kyutech–ACCIMT collaboration, was supported by international partners based on Sri Lanka’s strategic and technical…

The Sri Lanka Army successfully conducted the 7th phase of the Multi-Disciplinary Medical Clinic for differently-abled, retired Veterans, and relatives of fallen War Heroes, at the Combat Training School, Ampara, on 19 September 2025. The initiative aimed to address the healthcare needs of Army veterans residing in the Eastern Province.Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Army, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.Organized under the supervision of the Directorate of Veteran Affairs and Rehabilitation, the clinic catered to beneficiaries from the Ampara and Batticaloa districts, providing a wide array of medical services. These included assessments for long-term illnesses, occupational…