Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, launched direct flights between Colombo and Malé as the inaugural flight touched down at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake on Thursday (25). MORE..
26 Apr 2024 (4:10 PM)
The Meteorology Department says showers or thundershowers can be expected in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, North-western and Uva provinces after 2 p.m. MORE..
27 Apr 2024 (9:55 AM)
China and the US face a choice between stability and a "downward spiral," Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told counterpart Antony Blinken on Friday in Beijing, as the American diplomat kicked off a day of meetings with top Chinese officials. MORE..
26 Apr 2024 (3:46 PM)
Two earthquakes, the largest a 6.1 magnitude, struck Taiwan s eastern county of Hualien on Saturday, the island s weather administration said, with no immediate reports of damage. MORE..
27 Apr 2024 (11:59 AM)
The National Water Supply Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a 14-hour water cut would be imposed for several areas in Colombo District on Saturday evening (27). MORE..
27 Apr 2024 (12:34 PM)
The Committee of Public Finance (COPF), at its most recent meeting, has examined the effectiveness of recent tax increases on tobacco and liquor, aimed at discouraging consumption and boosting government revenue. MORE..
27 Apr 2024 (5:35 PM)