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All preschools across the island must be registered before July 1 this year, according to Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj.The Minister stated that it will be mandatory to obtain registration prior to establishing any preschool in the future.She made these remarks while addressing an awareness programme held at the Matara District Secretariat on the implementation of preschool education programmes in line with the Ministry’s subject scope.

President Donald Trump warned [Iranian forces that they would be ‘‘blown off the face of the Earth’‘ if they attempted to target US ships in the Strait of Hormuz or Persian Gulf.In a phone interview with Fox News on Monday (local time), Trump also said the Iranian neogitators were being ‘‘far more malleable’‘ than they were previously.Trump has made similar threats before – including writing on social media last month that ‘‘a whole civilization will die’‘ – but this time, they were accompanied by some military action that will test an extended ceasefire between the two countries.The president said on…

Vijay’s TVK emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with 108 seats, but fell short of a majority. The result has triggered negotiations with Congress, PMK and other parties over support for a TVK-led government.C Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has emerged as the single largest party in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections but remains short of the majority mark, triggering intense post-poll negotiations to form the government.With counting completed across all 234 constituencies, TVK secured 108 seats, well ahead of its rivals but 10 short of the 118 needed for a simple…

A letter containing five questions has been submitted by the “Dinana Dakuna” organization, raising concerns over the citizenship status of Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance.In the letter, the organization states that it expects direct and evidence-based responses from the Secretary regarding the matters raised. Accordingly, they have requested clear and substantiated answers to the following questions:The “Dinana Dakuna” organization in its letter also emphasized the need for transparency and urged the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance to provide prompt clarification supported by evidence.

Thirty-seven Chinese nationals including six women, who were arrested while engaging in illegal activities and detained at the Welisara Detention Centre, have been deported from Sri Lanka.The group had been residing in the country unlawfully, in violation of Immigration and Emigration regulations, and were reportedly involved in various illegal activities.A team of 11 security officers from China had also arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake to escort the group.The deportees were taken out of the country last night (04) at 10:50 p.m. onboard China Eastern Airlines flight MU-714, bound for Kunming, China.

Colombo, Sri Lanka, – Mels Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd., the fully ownedsubsidiary of Melstacorp PLC, has been officially appointed as the authorised importer anddealer for BMW automotive vehicles in Sri Lanka.Mels Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd. will be responsible for the importation, sales, and distribution ofnew BMW vehicles, the supply of genuine BMW parts, and the provision of authorizedBMW aftersales and service operations in full alignment with global BMW standards.”The appointment of Mels Automobiles as the official authorised importer and dealer forBMW in Sri Lanka is a defining milestone for our group,” said Mr. Hasitha Jayawardena,Chairman, Melstacorp PLC. “BMW stands for more than…

The Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Nishantha Jayaweera has clarified reports surrounding the gazette notification issued to revise Value Added Tax (VAT) with effect from July 1.Issuing a statement, Deputy Minister Jayaweera said the move is aimed at simplifying the tax system in line with government policy, by merging VAT and the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) into a single tax.He explained that banks and financial institutions, which were previously subject to 18% VAT and a 2.5% Social Security Contribution Levy, will instead pay a consolidated 20.5% VAT from July 1. However, he stressed that the Social Security tax will…

Sri Lanka is expected to face developing El Niño conditions during the upcoming southwest monsoon season, according to the Department of Meteorology.The Director General of the Department, Athula Karunanayake stated that the southwest monsoon period, which runs from May to September, is likely to be influenced by gradually strengthening El Niño conditions from May onwards.He noted that due to this development, a reduction in southwest monsoon rainfall is expected, along with changes in prevailing wind patterns after May 15 in line with the monsoon season.Karunanayake further explained that during such conditions, less rainfall in the southwestern region is likely with…

The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) of Sri Lanka has announced that the registration process for Dansal organized in connection with the upcoming Vesak festival has officially commenced.Spokesperson for the union, Anura Thilakasiri, stated today that organizers may complete the registration process by contacting the Public Health Inspector (PHI) in their respective areas.He noted that the registration requires the submission of basic details, including the location of the Dansal, the names and addresses of the organizers, and their contact information.Following registration, Public Health Inspectors will carry out inspections focusing on food preparation practices, waste management procedures, food safety standards, and…

The Free Lawyers Organization has called for an investigation into remarks made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake concerning judicial decisions during a May Day rally.In a letter addressed to the Chief Justice, the organization alleged that the President made a prejudicial comment regarding a verdict yet to be delivered in an ongoing court case. It warned that such remarks could be seen as interfering with matters currently before the judiciary.The comments have sparked widespread controversy across the country, with critics raising concerns about the implications for judicial independence.The organization further emphasized that the President’s remarks went beyond a general observation…