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"So that those courts can obtain the services of experienced and knowledgeable judges," Jayatissa told reporters.
The initiative brings together experts from US Army Pacific (USARPAC) and the US Army’s 18th Theater Medical Command
The equipment includes an RT PCR machine, PCR system and Crime Lite Serology Kit.
South Asian University (SAU) signs MOU with the Regional Centre for Strategic Studies (RCSS), Colombo
"The committee will monitor the implementation of the recommendations of the Easter attacks report," Jayatissa said
India's vice president C P Radhakrishnan has just concluded a visit to the island nation
Despite commissions and probes, a convincing finding on the Easter has yet to be seen
In addition to his position as Minister of Energy, he also serves as the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation.
Three new ambassadors, two high commissioners, and an Apostolic Nuncio-designate of the Holy See
The island nation has dragged the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to handle research ships in the past two years
Disanayake said discussions would focus on strengthening bilateral ties
Energy Minister resigns after reputational damage to government over coal deal
The forensic audit is expected to commence shortly
Government defended minister accused of coal import irregularities
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The amount of loss through the fraud increased to Rs.13.2bn from Rs.390 within four days
NDB addresses fraud incident, estimates loss and reinforces financial strength and stability
Colombo hosted the 11th inter-MFA consultations on April 2
The bank assured customers that all deposits and account balances remain safe and fully secure
Rudenko’s visit follows that of Russian Energy Deputy Minister Roman Marshavin’s
97 kilos of drugs came through the central mail exchange in 2025
In 2024 and 2025, assets valued at over 3.1 billion rupees were seized from nearly 90 suspects
The U.S. attack killed 104 Iranians; Only 84 bodies found
"U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted.
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