Four Indians apprehended with Kerala cannabis
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Based on information received by the Navy, a group of naval personnel onboard a Fast Attack Craft attached…
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Two Indian fishermen stranded in Lankan Sea rescued
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The crew of a Fast Attack Craft attached to the Northern Naval Command, rescued the lives of two…
Sri Lanka thanks Ivory Coast for the support in the past
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka has thanked Ivory Coast for the support rendered to Sri Lanka in all international fora in…
Sri Lanka still priority country in UK’s human rights report – British High Commission
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka is one of 30 Human Rights Priority Countries’ (HRPCs) where the UK has serious human rights…
Russian woman charged with spying in the US
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The US government has charged a 29-year-old Russian woman with conspiracy to act as a Russian government agent…
GMOA to decide on strike on Thursday
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The final decision on launching a strike will be made following the emergency General Committee meeting of the…
“Sustainably manage forests that provide many socio-economic benefits” – President tells FAO Forestry Committee
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – President Maithripala Sirisena said that forests provide many socio-economic benefits, including food, energy and shelter, which are basic…
“Sri Lanka, Egypt bilateral relations longstanding” – Minister Rishad Bathiudeen
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka and Egypt have enjoyed time-tested and friendly ties since the establishment of bilateral relations, the Minister…
Dinesh Chandimal banned by ICC
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal, manager Asanka Gurusinha and coach Chandika Hathurusinghe have been banned for two Tests…
Usain Bolt may play football trial in Australia
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt is in talks for a trial to play football in Australia, his agent…
Water supply to be suspended for 48-hours in Matale
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The water supply will be suspended in several areas in Matale for 48-hours from 8.00 AM today (17)…
Navy apprehend 30 persons for engaging in illegal acts
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka Navy assisted to apprehend 30 persons engaged in illegal acts at various locations in the island…
Protest by JO Parliamentarians opposing Indian joint venture
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – A group of Joint Opposition (JO) Parliamentarians on Monday (16) organised a protest march at the Mattala Rajapaksa…
Lasantha Wickrematunge Murder: Former DIG, SI granted bail
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Former Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Prasanna Nanayakkara and former Sub-Inspector (SI) Tissa Sugathapala on Monday (16)…
Diplomatic missions tells President to reconsider move on death penalty
(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The delegation of the European Union (EU) in Sri Lanka as well as the diplomatic missions of Canada…