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Page: Feed: --- ## [Namal challenges President to Act on Allegations against Presidential Secretary](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/namal-challenges-president-to-act-on-allegations-against-presidential-secretary/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa has called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to take Continue Reading The post Namal challenges President to Act on Allegations against Presidential Secretary appeared first on Newswire . ## [Air Force Deploys Bell 412 to Battle Anawilundawa Reserve Fire](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/air-force-deploys-bell-412-to-battle-anawilundawa-reserve-fire/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) deployed personnel and a helicopter to help contain a fire that broke out in Continue Reading The post Air Force Deploys Bell 412 to Battle Anawilundawa Reserve Fire appeared first on Newswire . ## [Police Clearance Report applications system restored](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/police-clearance-report-applications-system-restored/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ Sri Lanka Police have restored the Police Clearance data system, the Police Media Division said in a statement. Accordingly, applications Continue Reading The post Police Clearance Report applications system restored appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sugeeshwara Bandara admitted to Prison Hospital](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sugeeshwara-bandara-admitted-to-prison-hospital/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ Sugeeshwara Bandara, former private secretary to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, has been admitted to the prison hospital after a wound Continue Reading The post Sugeeshwara Bandara admitted to Prison Hospital appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sri Lanka to Test AI-Assisted Law Drafting](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sri-lanka-to-test-ai-assisted-law-drafting/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ Sri Lanka has held a special workshop on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the legislative drafting process, with the technology Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka to Test AI-Assisted Law Drafting appeared first on Newswire . ## [TikTok to pay $400m to settle US children’s privacy case](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/tiktok-to-pay-400m-to-settle-us-childrens-privacy-case/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance agreed on Friday to pay $400 million (roughly €342 million) to resolve allegations Continue Reading The post TikTok to pay $400m to settle US children’s privacy case appeared first on Newswire . ## [Prof. N.D. Fernando appointed Kelaniya University VC](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/prof-n-d-fernando-appointed-kelaniya-university-vc/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Prof. N.D. Fernando as the new vice chancellor of the University of Kelaniya. The Continue Reading The post Prof. N.D. Fernando appointed Kelaniya University VC appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sri Lanka’s fish harvest in decline since 2014 : NARA](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sri-lankas-fish-harvest-in-decline-since-2014-nara/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ Sri Lanka’s fish harvest has been gradually declining since 2014, according to the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka’s fish harvest in decline since 2014 : NARA appeared first on Newswire . ## [“Bank Officer” Orders a Feast, Steals From Colombo Hotel and Vanishes](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/bank-officer-orders-a-feast-steals-from-colombo-hotel-and-vanishes/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ Police have launched an investigation to arrest a suspect accused of stealing items from a prominent hotel in Colombo after Continue Reading The post “Bank Officer” Orders a Feast, Steals From Colombo Hotel and Vanishes appeared first on Newswire . ## [Canada vows dollar-for-dollar tariff retaliation, suspends trade talks with US](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/canada-vows-dollar-for-dollar-tariff-retaliation-suspends-trade-talks-with-us/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ A last-ditch effort to reach a new trade deal before a midnight tariff deadline failed Friday, as Prime Minister Mark Continue Reading The post Canada vows dollar-for-dollar tariff retaliation, suspends trade talks with US appeared first on Newswire . ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cmc7T7bmKgjQ) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when a friend signs up for the Graphite Business Card ## [Sri Lanka Media XI Clinch Friendly Against India Media XI](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sri-lanka-media-xi-clinch-friendly-against-india-media-xi/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ The Sri Lanka Cricket Media Team secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over the India Cricket Media Team in a friendly Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka Media XI Clinch Friendly Against India Media XI appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sri Lanka bids farewell to Nanda Malini today](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sri-lanka-bids-farewell-to-nanda-malini-today/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ The final rites of veteran Sri Lankan singer Dr. Nanda Malini will be held at the Borella General Cemetery today Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka bids farewell to Nanda Malini today appeared first on Newswire . ## [157 treated for eye injuries after Jaffna temple festival, Police seize high-powered lamps – Report](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/157-treated-for-eye-injuries-after-jaffna-temple-festival-police-seize-high-powered-lamps-report/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ At least 157 people, including 55 children, have been treated at Jaffna Teaching Hospital after developing painful eye problems following Continue Reading The post 157 treated for eye injuries after Jaffna temple festival, Police seize high-powered lamps – Report appeared first on Newswire . ## [Rumesh Tharanga wins Lausanne javelin title](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/rumesh-tharanga-wins-lausanne-javelin-title/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga secured first place in the men’s javelin throw at the 2026 Diamond League meet in Lausanne, Continue Reading The post Rumesh Tharanga wins Lausanne javelin title appeared first on Newswire . ## [Trump says he views strait of Hormuz as ‘American territory’](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/trump-says-he-views-strait-of-hormuz-as-american-territory/) _2026-08-22 · Editor K · Newswire_ Donald Trump called the strait of Hormuz “an American territory” on Friday, as the US continues its military blockade of Continue Reading The post Trump says he views strait of Hormuz as ‘American territory’ appeared first on Newswire . ## [Rain in Several Areas as Strong Winds Sweep Parts of Sri Lanka](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/rain-in-several-areas-as-strong-winds-sweep-parts-of-sri-lanka/) _2026-08-22 · Editor A · Newswire_ Several spells of showers are expected in parts of Sri Lanka on Saturday (22), while fairly strong winds of up Continue Reading The post Rain in Several Areas as Strong Winds Sweep Parts of Sri Lanka appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sri Lanka issues wanted notice for 3 Chinese Nationals](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/sri-lanka-issues-wanted-notice-for-3-chinese-nationals/) _2026-08-21 · Editor A · Newswire_ Sri Lanka Police have sought public assistance to locate three Chinese nationals wanted in connection with the kidnapping and murder Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka issues wanted notice for 3 Chinese Nationals appeared first on Newswire . ## [FIFA hands Argentina stars massive bans after World Cup Final Brawl](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/22/fifa-hands-argentina-stars-massive-bans-after-world-cup-final-brawl/) _2026-08-21 · Editor A · Newswire_ FIFA has handed lengthy suspensions and fines to several Argentina players following the post-match altercation after their defeat to Spain Continue Reading The post FIFA hands Argentina stars massive bans after World Cup Final Brawl appeared first on Newswire . ## [ICC World Test Championship Points Table](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/icc-world-test-championship-points-table-8/) _2026-08-21 · Editor A · Newswire_ Joe Root’s second tenure as full-time England Test captain, began with a stellar display against Pakistan, where the team aced Continue Reading The post ICC World Test Championship Points Table appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sallay’s wife makes fresh appeal to president not to extend detention order](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/sallays-wife-makes-fresh-appeal-to-president-not-to-extend-detention-order/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ The wife of former State Intelligence Service Director Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Suresh Sallay has made a fresh appeal to President Continue Reading The post Sallay’s wife makes fresh appeal to president not to extend detention order appeared first on Newswire . ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Iap5Dds38R0U) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [Sri Lankan pineapples enter Pakistan market for first time](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/sri-lankan-pineapples-enter-pakistan-market-for-first-time/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ Sri Lanka has exported its first consignment of fresh pineapples to Pakistan, marking a new milestone in the country’s agricultural Continue Reading The post Sri Lankan pineapples enter Pakistan market for first time appeared first on Newswire . ## [Suspect arrested over Rs. 24 million gold, cash theft in Mount Lavinia](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/suspect-arrested-over-rs-24-million-gold-cash-theft-in-mount-lavinia/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ A suspect has been arrested in connection with the theft of gold jewellery and cash worth Rs. 24,000,000 from a Continue Reading The post Suspect arrested over Rs. 24 million gold, cash theft in Mount Lavinia appeared first on Newswire . ## [Namal Rajapaksa gives six-hour statement to FCID](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/namal-rajapaksa-gives-six-hour-statement-to-fcid/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa left the Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (21) after providing Continue Reading The post Namal Rajapaksa gives six-hour statement to FCID appeared first on Newswire . ## [Warm weather advisory issued for several areas tomorrow](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/warm-weather-advisory-issued-for-several-areas-tomorrow/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ The Department of Meteorology has issued a warm weather advisory for the Eastern province and Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, Monaragala Continue Reading The post Warm weather advisory issued for several areas tomorrow appeared first on Newswire . ## [President orders action before reservoirs run dry amid dry weather forecast](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/president-orders-action-before-reservoirs-run-dry-amid-dry-weather-forecast/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ A meeting of the Special Cabinet Sub-Committee and Officials’ Committee appointed to address the impacts of the El Nino climate Continue Reading The post President orders action before reservoirs run dry amid dry weather forecast appeared first on Newswire . ## [1,749 killed in road accidents in Sri Lanka so far this year](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/1749-killed-in-road-accidents-in-sri-lanka-so-far-this-year/) _2026-08-21 · Thishana · Newswire_ A total of 1,654 fatal road accidents have been reported from the beginning of the year to Aug. 20, claiming Continue Reading The post 1,749 killed in road accidents in Sri Lanka so far this year appeared first on Newswire . ## [Hashan Tillakaratne appointed Sri Lanka men’s batting coach](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/hashan-tillakaratne-appointed-sri-lanka-mens-batting-coach/) _2026-08-21 · Editor Z · Newswire_ Media Release 21st August 2026 Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of Hashan Tillakaratne as the Batting Coach Continue Reading The post Hashan Tillakaratne appointed Sri Lanka men’s batting coach appeared first on Newswire . ## [Police warn motorists over vehicle thefts linked to negligence](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/21/police-warn-motorists-over-vehicle-thefts-linked-to-negligence/) _2026-08-21 · Editor Z · Newswire_ Police have received reports of vehicles and motorcycles being stolen after motorists and riders left them unattended due to negligence, Continue Reading The post Police warn motorists over vehicle thefts linked to negligence appeared first on Newswire . ## [Sri Lanka declares 3-Day National Mourning for Nanda Malini](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/sri-lanka-declares-3-day-national-mourning-for-nanda-malini/) _2026-08-20 · Editor A · Newswire_ Sri Lanka has declared a three-day period of national mourning following the death of legendary singer Visharad Dr. Nanda Malini. Continue Reading The post Sri Lanka declares 3-Day National Mourning for Nanda Malini appeared first on Newswire . ## [How a three-wheeler check led to $1bn forex transfer probe: Police reveal details](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/how-a-three-wheeler-check-led-to-1bn-forex-transfer-probe-police-reveal-details/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ The investigation into an alleged foreign exchange scam involving the transfer of around USD 1 billion overseas without corresponding imports Continue Reading The post How a three-wheeler check led to $1bn forex transfer probe: Police reveal details appeared first on Newswire . ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yNYF1dyz2OQE) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [University students increasingly vulnerable to drug addiction, professor says](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/university-students-increasingly-vulnerable-to-drug-addiction-professor-says/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ A significant number of university students are becoming addicted to drugs, with an estimated 70% to 80% of male students Continue Reading The post University students increasingly vulnerable to drug addiction, professor says appeared first on Newswire . ## [Nanda Malini’s funeral arrangements announced](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/nanda-malinis-funeral-arrangements-announced/) _2026-08-20 · Editor Z · Newswire_ The remains of veteran Sri Lankan singer Nanda Malini will be kept at her residence on Wijayaba Mawatha, Nawala, from Continue Reading The post Nanda Malini’s funeral arrangements announced appeared first on Newswire . ## [Rs. 153mn mammography machine to boost breast cancer detection in Anuradhapura](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/rs-153mn-mammography-machine-to-boost-breast-cancer-detection-in-anuradhapura/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ A state-of-the-art mammography machine valued at Rs. 153 million has been provided to the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital to expand early Continue Reading The post Rs. 153mn mammography machine to boost breast cancer detection in Anuradhapura appeared first on Newswire . ## [Alleged Port City yacht alcohol party: Sail Lanka issues clarification](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/alleged-port-city-yacht-alcohol-party-sail-lanka-issues-clarification/) _2026-08-20 · Editor Z · Newswire_ Sail Lanka Charter Private Limited (SLC) has denied any involvement in the alleged sale or distribution of alcohol without a Continue Reading The post Alleged Port City yacht alcohol party: Sail Lanka issues clarification appeared first on Newswire . ## [Oil prices rise amid Trump warning, UAE moves against Iran](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/oil-prices-rise-amid-trump-warning-uae-moves-against-iran/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ Crude oil prices have risen in global markets amid heightened tensions over Iran, following a warning by U.S. President Donald Continue Reading The post Oil prices rise amid Trump warning, UAE moves against Iran appeared first on Newswire . ## [High wave advisory issued for coastal areas from Chilaw to Pottuvil](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/high-wave-advisory-issued-for-coastal-areas-from-chilaw-to-pottuvil/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ The Department of Meteorology has issued a high wave advisory for sea areas extending from Chilaw to Pottuvil via Galle, Continue Reading The post High wave advisory issued for coastal areas from Chilaw to Pottuvil appeared first on Newswire . ## [Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/employment-of-women-young-persons-and-children-amendment-bill-passed-in-parliament/) _2026-08-20 · Thishana · Newswire_ The Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament today (20) without a vote following Continue Reading The post Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament appeared first on Newswire . ## [Veteran Sri Lankan Singer Nanda Malini Passes Away at 82](https://www.newswire.lk/2026/08/20/veteran-sri-lankan-singer-nanda-malini-passes-away-at-82/) _2026-08-20 · Editor A · Newswire_ Veteran Sri Lankan singer Nanda Malini has passed away at the age of 82 at her residence in Nawala. Nanda Continue Reading The post Veteran Sri Lankan Singer Nanda Malini Passes Away at 82 appeared first on Newswire .