Sri Lanka

Chinese Foreign Minister Meets Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held bilateral discussions with Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, this morning (12) during a brief visit to the island. According to official sources, the primary focus of the meeting was to assess Sri Lanka’s post-disaster recovery efforts following Cyclone Dittva and to convey details regarding humanitarian and...

A/L Exams Resume Today After Cyclone Disruption in Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

The G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examinations are resuming today after being postponed due to the widespread disruption caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the Department of Examinations has announced. The remaining subjects of the 2025 A/L exams will now be conducted under a revised timetable running from January 12 to January 20, 2026. Commissioner General of Examinations...

Restoration of Northern and Talaimannar Railway Lines Begins in Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

Restoration work has officially begun on the Northern and Talaimannar railway lines in Sri Lanka, marking a significant step in post‑disaster infrastructure recovery. The launch was held today at the Maho Railway Station, with officials confirming that rehabilitation efforts will proceed with support from international partners. The project is being backed by a USD 5...

Education Reforms Should Suit the Country, Not the JVP: Namal Rajapaksa

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has criticised the government’s proposed education reforms, urging that any changes must be tailored to the needs of the nation rather than aligned with the political agenda of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP). Addressing the media, Mr. Rajapaksa said the President’s recent comments suggest the reforms may...

NMRA Strengthens Regulations to Combat Illegal Pharmacy Practices in Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has reaffirmed and strengthened existing rules requiring the full-time presence of qualified pharmacists at all registered pharmacies across Sri Lanka, in a bid to curb illegal practices and improve public safety in medication dispensing. Under the NMRA Act No. 5 of 2015, pharmacies must employ at least one licensed...

Sri Lanka Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Pakistan in 3rd T20I

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

Dambulla, January 11, 2026 — In a high-octane clash at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 14 runs to claim a memorable win in the third and final T20 International of the series. Sri Lanka posted a competitive 160 for 6 in the shortened 12-over contest, powered by a destructive cameo...

Pakistan Beat Sri Lanka by Six Wickets in 1st T20I

Asian TribuneJanuary 8, 2026

Pakistan began their three-match Twenty20 International series against Sri Lanka with a convincing six-wicket victory in the first game played at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on January 7, 2026. ESPN Sri Lanka, sent in to bat first, were all out for 128 in 19.2 overs after losing early wickets, with Janith Liyanage top-scoring with 40....

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi Visits Sri Lanka Army Headquarters

Asian TribuneJanuary 8, 2026

Colombo — General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff of India, visited the Sri Lanka Army Headquarters in Colombo on Thursday in a move officials described as reinforcing the growing military cooperation between the two countries. General Dwivedi was received by senior commanders of the Sri Lanka Army, including Commander of the Army Lieutenant...

Sarah Jasmine ‘Not Dead’, Investigations Ongoing – Sri Lanka Minister Tells Parliament

Asian TribuneJanuary 8, 2026

Sarah Jasmine ‘Not Dead’, Investigations Ongoing – Sri Lanka Minister Tells Parliament Colombo — Sri Lanka’s Minister of Public Security, Ananda Wijepala, has told Parliament that information revealed during ongoing investigations indicates that Pulasthini Mahendran, also known as Sarah Jasmine, who is linked to the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, is not dead. Addressing Parliament...

Sri Lanka Moves to Strengthen Flood Response Ahead of Northeast Monsoon

Asian TribuneDecember 27, 2025

Sri Lanka’s disaster management authorities have intensified preparedness measures as the northeast monsoon continues to affect several parts of the island, raising concerns over potential flooding and landslides. Officials stated that enhanced coordination is underway among district secretariats, emergency services, and security forces to ensure a rapid response if conditions worsen. The Disaster Management Centre...