Immigration and Emigration Controller Harsha Ilukpitiya has pleaded guilty before the Supreme Court to charges of contempt of court. The charges stem from his failure to comply with a court order regarding the issuance of electronic visas.
The countries of the Middle East play a vital role in the global economy and are often referred to as the engine of the global economy, as the region lies at the heart of the world’s energy system. It holds nearly half of the world’s proven oil reserves and about one-third of its natural gas reserves. Nations such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates are key to meeting global energy demand.
In a significant move aimed at bolstering transparency and combating corruption, the government has begun collecting asset and liability declarations from all public servants across the island. This initiative is being implemented by the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2003.
A significant political crisis has emerged in the Hewaheta Pradeshiya Sabha following the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)'s alleged failure to uphold a crucial agreement with the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) regarding the chairmanship of the council.
Sri Lanka currently has no ambassador in Iran, a key player in the volatile Middle Eastern conflict, according to reports received by Infosrilanka.lk. This diplomatic void comes after the former Ambassador to Iran, N.M. Zaheed of the Foreign Service was recalled to Sri Lanka just four months after his appointment last August.
The Attorney General's Department has filed indictments in the High Court against 607 individuals, including leading politicians and high-ranking government officials, over the past five months (January to May) of this year.
Hon. Harshan Suriyapperuma, National List Member of Parliament for the Jathika Jana Balawegaya (NPP) and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, has tendered his resignation from Parliament.
A significant dispute has erupted regarding the future of the dental faculty at Sri Jayawardenepura University, with a prominent association strongly opposing attempts to utilize the National Dental Teaching Hospital and the Maharagama Oral Health Institute for student training.
The countries of the Middle East play a vital role in the global economy and are often referred to as the engine of the global economy, as the region lies at the heart of the world’s energy system. It holds nearly half of the world’s proven oil reserves and about one-third of its natural gas reserves. Nations such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates are key to meeting global energy demand.
In a significant move aimed at bolstering transparency and combating corruption, the government has begun collecting asset and liability declarations from all public servants across the island. This initiative is being implemented by the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2003.
A significant political crisis has emerged in the Hewaheta Pradeshiya Sabha following the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)'s alleged failure to uphold a crucial agreement with the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) regarding the chairmanship of the council.
Immigration and Emigration Controller Harsha Ilukpitiya has pleaded guilty before the Supreme Court to charges of contempt of court. The charges stem from his failure to comply with a court order regarding the issuance of electronic visas.
Sasidu Ranathunga of John Keells Holdings and Yasasri Herath of IFS emerged victorious in the Men's and Women's Open Singles categories at the 41st MBA Novices Badminton Championship 2025, held at the MBA Indoor Courts in Colombo from March 22nd to 30th.
Sri Lanka's burgeoning reputation in the global golfing arena is set to reach new heights as two of its most promising junior golfers, Reshan Algama and Kaya Daluwatte, prepare to participate in the prestigious Robert Rock Junior Masters. This esteemed tournament, scheduled from April 1st to 3rd at the renowned Al Hamra Golf Club in the United Arab Emirates, is a pivotal platform for showcasing emerging talent in the world of golf.