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Published on 15:36 GMT

Sri Lanka President pledges racism free, united nation at Thai Pongal festival

Posted by Editor on January 15, 2026 - 8:32 pm Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the Government aims to build a prosperous Sri Lanka free of racism and united as one nation where all citizens can live with dignity regardless of language or …

Source: On Lanka - Neutral
Published on 15:36 GMT

20MW Windscape Mannar power plant connected to Sri Lanka’s national grid

Posted by Editor on January 15, 2026 - 8:15 pm The 20 megawatt Windscape Mannar wind power plant built by CEYLEX Renewables was officially connected to the national grid today (January 15) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake as part …

Source: On Lanka - Neutral
Published on 21:18 GMT

India, Sri Lanka Navy talks focus on strengthening maritime security

The 13th Indian-Sri Lankan Navy staff talks concluded in Colombo, focusing on strengthening bilateral engagements and maritime security. The talks were co-chaired by RAdm Srinivas Maddula and RAdm Ruwan Rupasena of the respective navies. The 13th edition …

Source: Asianet Newsable - Center-right
Published on 13:39 GMT

India’s Defence Minister Calls for Recognition of IPKF Sacrifice in Sri Lanka

January 15, Colombo (LNW): India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers deployed to Sri Lanka during Operation Pawan nearly forty years ago deserve far greater public recognition, suggesting that their …

Source: Lanka News Web - Indeterminate
Published on 17:07 GMT

India And Sri Lanka Discuss Enhancing Maritime Security Cooperation In IOR

Colombo: India and Sri Lanka held the 13th edition of Navy Staff talks in Colombo with talks focused on strengthening bilateral engagements and enhancing ongoing cooperation towards maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), the Indian Navy stated …

Source: Ommcom News - Center-right
Published on 13:07 GMT

Sri Lanka SEC says criminal probe initiated on Blue Ocean Securities

ECONOMYNEXT – Revenue collected by Sri Lanka Customs in the first 13 days of January accounted for over 66 percent of January 2026 target, the official data showed. The Custom’s January revenue target has been set 160.2 billion rupees. But the revenue …

Source: EconomyNext - Neutral
Published on 20:21 GMT

Bangladesh firm on playing World Cup matches in Sri Lanka: Asif Nazrul

BSS 15 January, 2026, 09:05 pm Last modified: 15 January, 2026, 09:06 pm Youth and Sports Adviser Professor Dr Asif Nazrul today said that Bangladesh is determined to play World Cup cricket matches in Sri Lanka, saying, "We have no chance to move away …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on 12:31 GMT

Fulbright scholar shares Sri Lanka project experience

Matt McGraw pauses for a photograph with an elephant. (Photo courtesy Matt McGraw) COVINGTON — A summer visit to Sri Lanka as part of the Fulbright Scholarship program was the topic of discussion during a recent presentation at the Alleghany Highlands …

Source: The Recorder - Virginia - Neutral
Published on 09:57 GMT

Bangladesh Cuts India Visa Services While Sri Lanka, Nepal Court Its Travelers

Source: Skift - Neutral
Published on 08:56 GMT

Sri Lanka President calls for unity and determination on Thai Pongal Day

Posted by Editor on January 15, 2026 - 9:07 am FILE PHOTO Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Thai Pongal Day message, called on all Sri Lankans to unite with courage and determination to rebuild the country following the recent natural …

Source: On Lanka - Neutral