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Sri Lanka and Switzerland strengthen migration partnership at third expert meeting

CNL Reporter
July 30, 2025
Political
Switzerland
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Sri Lanka and Switzerland reaffirmed their commitment to promoting safe, orderly,

Special insurance scheme introduced for fishing community

CNL Reporter
July 30, 2025
Political
fishing community
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A special insurance scheme has been introduced by the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board for the fishing community engaged in fishing activities in lagoon and inland waters as their livelihood.

Kandy Esala Perahera 2025: Timetable and Key Dates

The much-awaited Kandy Esala Perahera begins today, July 30, 2025. The grand procession will continue daily until August 8, 2025. The festival will conclude with the traditional Diyakepuma ceremony on August 9, 2025. This schedule marks the official timeline for one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most celebrated Buddhist festivals, drawing thousands of devotees and tourists from across the globe. …

MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena’s daughter surrenders to Police

The daughter of Member of Parliament Rohitha Abeygunawardena has surrendered to the Walana Anti-Vice Unit, police stated.

Powerful quake hits Russia, Tsunami warnings issued

A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit near the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East today. The earthquake happened about 126 km from the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and was felt strongly in nearby areas. The quake caused tsunami warnings in several countries, including Japan, the United States, and Guam. In Russia, tsunami waves of 3 to 4 metres were reported in …

Sri Lanka, Maldives Deepen Ties to Safeguard Ocean Resources

CNL Reporter
July 29, 2025
Political
Maldives, Sri Lanka
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In a diplomatically significant visit, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

Sri Lanka Awaits U.S. Reply on Tariff Talks

CNL Reporter
July 29, 2025
News, Political
Tariff
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Acting Minister of Finance Dr. Anil Jayantha, announced that Sri Lanka expects a formal response from the United States by August 1st regarding ongoing discussions to reduce tariff rates.