Two killed, two others injured as train rams into van

Probe over death of Chinese man in star class Colombo hotel

An investigation has been launched over the suspicious death of a Chinese man at a star class hotel in Colombo. The Police said that the Chinese man was found dead at the hotel in Slave Island, Colombo. According to the Police, blood stains were seen on the body. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of death. (Colombo Gazette)

24 Feb, 2025

President holds key discussion with Army on security situation

President Anura Kumara Disanayake had a key discussion with the Sri Lanka Army on the security situation in the country. The discussion was held at the Presidential Secretariat, the President’s Media Division said. The meeting, attended by senior officials of the Sri Lanka Army, focused on the future measures regarding the security situation in Sri Lanka. Among those present were Deputy Minister of Defence, Aruna Jayasekara, Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, Secretary

25 Feb, 2025

Sri Lanka assures UNHRC of credible domestic mechanisms

Sri Lanka assured the UN Human Rights (UNHRC) of credible domestic mechanisms to address challenges emanating from the war. Foreign Minister Vijith Herath told the UNHRC in Geneva that the Government led by President Anura Kumara Disanayaka is firmly and sincerely committed to working towards a unified Sri Lanka that respects and celebrates the diversity of its people with no division or discrimination based on race, religion, class and caste. “We will not leave room for a resurgence of divisi

25 Feb, 2025