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Jun 16 2025 June 16, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:09 am
Deshabandu Tennakoon

IGP Deshabandu faces daily probe by special committee

June 16, 2025 - 9:09 am

The committee appointed to investigate the alleged abuse of power by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, who is currently under suspension, will meet daily starting today (June 16) until the investigation is concluded.

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Jun 15 2025 June 15, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 7:17 pm
Dr. Hans Wijesuriya

Workshop held to promote use of AI in Sri Lanka’s public service

June 15, 2025 - 7:17 pm

A special workshop focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve productivity and efficiency in Sri Lanka’s public service was held today (June 15) at Temple Trees in Colombo.

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Jun 15 2025 June 15, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 2:04 pm
Explosions in Tel Aviv following Iranian missile attack on Israel

Two Sri Lankan women affected in Iran’s missile strikes on Israel

June 15, 2025 - 2:04 pm

The Sri Lankan Embassy in Israel has confirmed that two Sri Lankan women were affected during Iran’s overnight missile attacks on Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Bat Yam.

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Jun 15 2025 June 15, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 1:36 pm
Daya Gamage

Daya Gamage’s companies to be auctioned over loan default

June 15, 2025 - 1:36 pm

Three institutions reportedly owned by former Minister Daya Gamage are set to be publicly auctioned following a decision by the Colombo Commercial High Court.

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Jun 15 2025 June 15, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 10:58 am
Dr. Gita Gopinath

IMF’s Gita Gopinath arrives in Sri Lanka for landmark visit

June 15, 2025 - 10:58 am

Dr. Gita Gopinath, the First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has arrived in Sri Lanka for a two-day official visit.

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Jun 15 2025 June 15, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 8:28 am
President Donald Trump at a military parade in Washington, D.C., marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army

“Our soldiers are coming for you”: Trump issues warning amid Iran tensions

June 15, 2025 - 8:28 am

President Donald Trump delivered a powerful speech during a grand military parade held in Washington, D.C., marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.

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Jun 14 2025 June 14, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 7:20 pm
Explosions in Tel Aviv following Iranian missile attack on Israel

Sri Lanka Government issues safety notice for nationals in Iran and Israel

June 14, 2025 - 7:20 pm

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka has issued a safety notice for all Sri Lankan nationals currently residing in Iran and Israel, as well as for their families back home, due to rising tensions in the region.

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Jun 14 2025 June 14, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 1:04 pm
Sri Lanka’s Acting Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), visited the Turkish Navy ship TCG Büyükada (F-512)

Sri Lanka’s acting Minister of Defence visits Turkish Navy ship TCG Büyükada

June 14, 2025 - 1:04 pm

Sri Lanka’s Acting Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), visited the Turkish Navy ship TCG Büyükada (F-512) on Friday (June 13).

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Jun 14 2025 June 14, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 11:28 am
Department of Prisons in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka probes Prison Chiefs’ hidden assets

June 14, 2025 - 11:28 am

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have launched investigations into the assets of all prison superintendents in Sri Lanka.

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Jun 14 2025 June 14, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:54 am
Explosions in Tel Aviv following Iranian missile attack on Israel

Iran and Israel exchange heavy strikes amid rising tensions

June 14, 2025 - 9:54 am

Iran and Israel launched major missile and air attacks against each other early Saturday, marking a dangerous escalation in their long-running conflict.

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Jun 14 2025 June 14, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 9:24 am
Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and German Minister Reem Alabali-Radovan shake hands during official meeting in Berlin

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake meets German Minister to boost economic ties

June 14, 2025 - 9:24 am

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on an official visit to Germany, met with the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Reem Alabali-Radovan, in Berlin on Friday (June 13).

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Jun 13 2025 June 13, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 7:49 pm
Sri Lankans can now access President's Fund services online nationwide

Sri Lankans can now access President’s Fund services online nationwide

June 13, 2025 - 7:49 pm

Sri Lankans can now apply for a wide range of services under the President’s Fund online from any Divisional Secretariat across the country, starting June 21, 2025.

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Jun 13 2025 June 13, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 7:25 pm
Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in discussion with German tourism representatives in Berlin

Sri Lanka woos German investors to boost sustainable tourism

June 13, 2025 - 7:25 pm

Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with German tourism and travel industry representatives this morning at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Berlin, during his official visit to Germany.

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Jun 13 2025 June 13, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 5:54 pm
Keheliya Rambukwella

Keheliya Rambukwella’s corruption trial set for September 2025

June 13, 2025 - 5:54 pm

The Colombo High Court has set September 25, 2025, as the trial date for former Minister of Mass Media Keheliya Rambukwella and former Chairman of the State Printing Corporation Jayampathi Bandara Heenkenda.

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Jun 13 2025 June 13, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 2:10 pm
Court decision

Anuradhapura Prison chief further remanded until June 23, 2025

June 13, 2025 - 2:10 pm

The Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court today (June 13) ordered the further remand of Mohan Karunaratne, Superintendent of Anuradhapura Prison, until June 23, 2025.

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Jun 13 2025 June 13, 2025 April 6, 2026 NoComment 11:05 am
Israel is currently striking Iran’s capital, Tehran

Iran to deliver ‘Harsh Response’ to Israeli attack, security sources say

June 13, 2025 - 11:05 am

Israel has launched a major military operation against Iran, striking nuclear facilities, missile factories, and military leaders in what it says is an effort to stop Tehran from building a nuclear weapon.

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