Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra Reaffirms Sri Lanka’s Commitment to Regional Cooperation at China–South Asia Forum
Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra represented Sri Lanka at the 7th China–South Asia Cooperation Forum held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China, under the theme “Strengthening Cooperative Partnership for a Community with a Shared Future with Neighbouring Countries.”
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Recent News
FIFA Fan Zone 2026 Opens in Colombo; International Football Stadium Planned for Sri Lanka with FIFA Support
The official FIFA World Cup Fan Zone 2026 was inaugurated on June 11 at York Street, in front of the Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo, under the patronage of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath.
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Sri Lanka Tusker Rugby Team Departs for Crucial Asian Rugby Championship Clash Against South Korea
Sri Lanka’s national rugby team, the Sri Lanka Tusker, departed for South Korea late on June 10 to participate in the crucial third-round match of the 2026 Asian Men’s Rugby Championship.
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Sri Lanka and France Strengthen Bilateral Ties at Second Round of Political Consultations
Sri Lanka and France reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during the Second Round of Political Consultations held virtually on 9 June 2026.
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Sri Lanka Advances 14 Places in 2026 Global Peace Index, Ranks Second in South Asia
According to the 2026 Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka has moved up 14 places and is now ranked 67th in the world. The country has also secured the second position in South Asia in the latest rankings.
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President Anura Congratulates Narendra Modi on Historic Achievement
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended his warm congratulations to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of India.
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Current Affairs
Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra Reaffirms Sri Lanka’s Commitment to Regional Cooperation at China–South Asia Forum
Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra represented Sri Lanka at the 7th China–South Asia Cooperation Forum held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China, under the theme “Strengthening Cooperative Partnership for...
FIFA Fan Zone 2026 Opens in Colombo; International Football Stadium Planned for Sri Lanka with FIFA Support
The official FIFA World Cup Fan Zone 2026 was inaugurated on June 11 at York Street, in front of the Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo, under the patronage of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tou...
Sri Lanka and France Strengthen Bilateral Ties at Second Round of Political Consultations
Sri Lanka and France reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during the Second Round of Political Consultations held virtually on 9 June 2026.
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Sri Lanka Advances 14 Places in 2026 Global Peace Index, Ranks Second in South Asia
According to the 2026 Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka has moved up 14 places and is now ranked 67th in the world. The country has also secured the second position in South Asia in the latest rankings.
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District News
Government Extends Relief to Welimada Storm Victims
Compensation and livelihood assistance were officially distributed today to several families affecte...
Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Dawn Arrives at Galle Port
The ultra-luxury cruise ship Silver Dawn, carrying 596 tourists, arrived at Galle Po...
Parliament
Imported Coal for Power Generation Reviewed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development
Committee requests quality reports on coal consignments in three imported vessels
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Speaker endorses the certificate on three Bills
The Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne announced to the House today that he endorsed the certificate ...
Cabinet Decisions
cabinet Decisions
Cabinet Desicions taken at 08.06.2026
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cabinet Decisions
Cabinet Decisions taken at 01.06.2026
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Features
Foreign Minister's Official Visit to Australia Strengthens Bilateral Cooperation
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, undertook an official visit to Australia from 1 to 3 June 2026 at the invitation of the Australian Government, marking the ...
Sri Lanka Tourism Shines at CMT 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany
Sri Lanka Tourism made a strong impression at CMT 2026, one of Europe’s largest consumer travel fairs, held in Stuttgart, Germany.
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Sri Lanka sets the Stage for a Landmark Presence at Gulfood 2026
Sri Lanka is set to make a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLED...
Industry Bodies Flag Gaps in Draft National Electricity Policy
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with the American Chamber of Commerce, Exporters Association of Sri Lanka, Federation of Renewable Energy Developers, Joint Apparel Association Forum, National...
Art & Cultural
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf Secures Third Place at Mrs. World 2026
Sabina Yousaf brought international recognition to Sri Lanka by securing the third place at the...
Centenary Commemorative Stamp of Sri Lankan Cinema Unveiled Featuring Irangani Serasinghe
The national commemorative ceremony organized to mark 79 years of Sri Lankan Sinhala talkie cinema a...
Foreign
Thalapathy Vijay’s TVK Secures Major Victory in Tamil Nadu State Elections
The Tamil Nadu State Assembly elections in India have resulted in a significant political victory fo...
Tsunami Warning Issued in Northern Japan After 7.5 Quake
A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, trigger...
Sports
Sri Lanka Tusker Rugby Team Departs for Crucial Asian Rugby Championship Clash Against South Korea
Sri Lanka’s national rugby team, the Sri Lanka Tusker, departed for South Korea la...
Nutrition Allowances Provided by Sports Strength Fund for 1,500 School Athletes
A monthly nutrition allowance of Rs. 10,000 was awarded to 1,500 school athletes under the “Kreeda S...
