Three people of same family electrocuted

Domestic Debt Optimization passed with support of some opposition MPs

The resolution on the Domestic Debt Optimization was passed by a majority vote in Parliament today with the support of some opposition MPs. The resolution was passed with 122 MPs voting for and 62 against it. Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena informed Parliament that the resolution was passed with amendments. Opposition MPs Vadivel Suresh, Kumara Welgama and Independent MPs Anura Priyadharshana Yapa and Dr. Sudharshini Fernandopulle were among those who voted for the resolution. Parliament ha

01 Jul, 2023

India ranked 67th on Energy Transition Index, Sweden on top: World Economic Forum

With significant improvement in key parameters of energy equity & security, and environmental sustainability, India jumped 20 places to the 67th?position among 120 countries in the ?Energy Transition Index? (ETI), according to a report released by the World Economic Forum Wednesday.?ETI benchmarks the countries on the performance of their energy systems, and also their readiness to secure sustainable energy systems In 2021, India was at the 87th?position among 115 countries. India and Singapore

30 Jun, 2023

Tremors felt in parts of Sri Lanka following 5.8 quake

Tremors were felt in parts of Sri Lanka following a 5.8 magnitude quake reported in the seas off Sri Lanka. The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau said that the quake was reported in the sea 1,260 kilometres south-east of Sri Lanka, at around 12:59 p.m. today. Earth tremors were felt in several areas following the earthquake. (Colombo Gazette)

01 Jul, 2023