Political and Social News
US missile destroyer arrives in Colombo
July 23 - USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit today (23).
Human Rights Watch pushes for PTA repeal, raises alarm over new bill
Sri Lankan authorities continue to use the ‘notorious’ Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to target perceived opponents and minority communities without credible evidence to support the allegations despite repeated pledges to end the practice, claims Human Rights Watch (HRW).
First ever Replica of the Colombo Port City unveils in London
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in London in collaboration with the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPEC) and the CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd ceremoniously unveiled a detailed replica of the Colombo Port City on 12 July 2024,
Gnanasara Thera released on bail
The Court of Appeal today ordered to release Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galaboda Atte Gnanasara Thera on bail, in a bail pending appeal.
Illegal fishing methods cause death of marine mammals
The Wildlife Department announced today that illegal fishing activities like bottom trawling have caused the death of marine mammals such as turtles and dolphins around the sea areas of the country.
UK to Return Colonial-Era Antiquities including Tara Statue to Sri Lanka
The UK is set to repatriate several colonial-era antiquities to Sri Lanka, including the notable statue of Tara. This initiative was confirmed by Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs Minister Vidura Wickramanayake.
Digital Public Infrastructure to propel Sri Lanka’s modern governance: Ravi K.
Sri Lanka is now set to implement Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) initiative towards building a comprehensive and inclusive digital future paving the way for social and economic development across the nation, former finance minister and president’s national organiser Ravi Karunanayake divulged.
Verité Research poll reveals 24 percent increase in public approval of Govt
The latest round of the Gallup style ‘Mood of the Nation’ poll of Verité Research revealed that over three times as many people approve of the government and feel better about the economy and the country’s economic trajectory compared to four months ago, the Verité Research said.
Prevailing windy conditions expected to continue further today
The prevailing windy conditions over the island are expected to continue further today due to the active South-West monsoonal condition, the Forecasting Division of the National Meteorological Centre said.
Probe launched after students develop complications from vaccine
July 15 (Lankadeepa) - An investigation is underway after eleven school students developed complications following a vaccine administered by Mihintale Hospital.