G.C.E Ordinary Level examination postponed

Death toll from Myanmar earthquake passes 1,600

The death toll in Myanmar’s earthquake has passed 1,600, with 3,408 people injured and at least 139 missing, according to the ruling junta.? The isolated military junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, had ordered a prompt rescue effort in affected regions. Friday’s magnitude-7.7 quake shook the region, with neighbouring Thailand continuing rescue efforts after a 30-storey construction site collapsed, killing at least three people and trapping dozens of others under the rubble. Mr Hlaing said the main

30 Mar, 2025

India’s IndiGo commences direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna

India’s IndiGo airlines, on Sunday, commenced direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna. The airline and passengers were welcomed at the Jaffna International Airport. This new exclusive route has been introduced to cater to the growing demand and will provide more options for both business and leisure travellers who wish to travel from South India to this historical gem in the northern province of Sri Lanka. The daily direct flights will not only facilitate travel for our customers bu

30 Mar, 2025

Comedians defend video found offensive by Veddah community

Comedians Blok and Dino have defended a video found offensive by the Veddah community, saying there was no malice or disrespect intended. Vedda chief Uruwarige Wannila Aththo had filed a complaint at the Criminal Investigations Department against the video. Issuing a statement, Blok and Dino said that they saw recent reports suggesting that one of their videos mocks or insults Sri Lanka’s Indigenous Veddah community. The statement reads: “The video in question clearly depicts an impersonator

28 Mar, 2025