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Sri Lanka Treasury: Investigation launched after 2.5 million rupees ‘goes missing’

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka A high-level investigation has been launched by the Sri Lankan Treasury after it was discovered that 2.5 million rupees ($8,300) had allegedly been stolen from its premises. The discrepancy was reportedly uncovered during a routine internal audit and cash reconciliation process at the Treasury’s high-security headquarters in Colombo. Officials...

Prageeth Ekneligoda: New judges appointed for missing journalist case

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s Chief Justice has appointed a special permanent Trial-at-Bar bench to hear the long-running case involving the disappearance of journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda. The case will be presided over by a panel of three High Court judges: Nayana Seneviratne, Nalin Hewawasam, and Lakmali Hewawasam. The move marks a significant...

Sri Lanka officials protest ‘political’ appointments to national clean-up project

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka A government initiative to clean up Sri Lanka has sparked a backlash from civil servants, who claim the appointment of hundreds of “coordinators” is a politically motivated move that threatens the independence of the state service. The “Clean Sri Lanka” national programme, launched under the vision of a “beautiful...

FBI Director Kash Patel Sues ‘The Atlantic’ Over Defamatory Claims

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel has officially filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine, according to court records made public on April 20, 2026. The lawsuit targets a recent feature article that Patel alleges contains false, misleading, and malicious information regarding his professional integrity and his tenure at the Bureau. Key Highlights: This legal battle...

Ex-MP Chandana Kathriarachchi Detained for 30 Days over Illegal Arms Possession

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

The Police have announced that former Member of Parliament Chandana Kathriarachchi has been granted a 30-day detention order for extensive questioning following his arrest for the possession of illegal firearms and explosives. Background of the Incident The former MP was apprehended during a special raid conducted based on intelligence reports. During the search, authorities recovered...

Phase III of Indian Housing Project Successfully Completed. 4,000 Houses for Plantation Community

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

The Government of India officially marked the completion of the third phase of its Indian Housing Project (IHP) for the plantation community in Sri Lanka yesterday (April 19). Project Overview and Milestones: Navigating Economic Challenges: To counter the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis, the Indian government increased the grant per house...

Indian Vice President Holds Official Talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake: Focus on Bilateral Ties and Relief Projects

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

The visiting Indian Vice President, C.P. Radhakrishnan, met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for high-level official discussions at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. Strengthening Strategic Partnership: The two leaders engaged in productive talks aimed at deepening the multifaceted Indo-Sri Lanka relationship. These discussions were rooted in the shared history, strong civilizational links, and...

Indian Vice President and PM Dr. Harini Amarasuriya Hold Official Talks: Focus on Bilateral and Cultural Ties

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

The visiting Vice President of India, C.P. Radhakrishnan, met with Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya for official discussions yesterday (April 19) morning at Temple Trees in Colombo. Key Highlights of the Meeting: Visit Overview: The Vice President arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday morning for a two-day official visit. Prior to his meeting with...

Indian Vice President Meets Opposition Leader. Focus on Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, currently on an official visit to Sri Lanka, held a special discussion with the Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, in Colombo yesterday (April 19). Key Discussion Points: The meeting centered on expanding trade and economic cooperation between the two nations. Both leaders emphasized the necessity of further strengthening the...

Urgent Cabinet Reshuffle Underway: Dr. Anura Karunathilaka Tipped to be Next Energy Minister?

Asian TribuneApril 19, 2026

A significant reshuffle within the government’s Cabinet is expected to take place in the coming days, according to high-level political sources. A key component of this reshuffle is the proposed appointment of Dr. Anura Karunathilaka, the current Minister of Ports and Aviation, to the vacant post of Minister of Energy. Filling the Void After Kumara...

Sri Lanka Treasury: Investigation launched after 2.5 million rupees ‘goes missing’

Prageeth Ekneligoda: New judges appointed for missing journalist case

Sri Lanka officials protest ‘political’ appointments to national clean-up project

FBI Director Kash Patel Sues ‘The Atlantic’ Over Defamatory Claims

Ex-MP Chandana Kathriarachchi Detained for 30 Days over Illegal Arms Possession

Phase III of Indian Housing Project Successfully Completed. 4,000 Houses for Plantation Community

Indian Vice President Holds Official Talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake: Focus on Bilateral Ties and Relief Projects

Indian Vice President and PM Dr. Harini Amarasuriya Hold Official Talks: Focus on Bilateral and Cultural Ties

Indian Vice President Meets Opposition Leader. Focus on Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Urgent Cabinet Reshuffle Underway: Dr. Anura Karunathilaka Tipped to be Next Energy Minister?

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