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The Island
Make presidential mission for low-cost renewable energy a reality
We commend the vision of Sri Lanka's current government to reduce national electricity costs by at least 30% and position the country as having the lowest electricity tariffs in the region.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
Ayomal smashes hurdles record to leave schools arena with an enviable record
Hurdler Ayomal Akalanka of Ambagamuwa MMV delivered a truly markable performance on the final day of the All Island Schools Games at Diyagama on Tuesday bringing the curtain down on his memorable schools career as he became the first Sri Lankan in more than two decades to run the 400 metres hurdles under 50 seconds.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
GR says never wanted to build or own house in Kataragama
Referring to the reportage of a CID investigation into the construction of a building near Menik Ganga, Kataragama, former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said that he never had any reason or desire to construct or maintain any building in Kataragama.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
BOI Chairman reaffirms Sri Lanka’s strong investment trajectory
A 23-member U.S. delegation comprising senior representatives from leading American think tanks and private sector enterprises paid a courtesy call on the Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka, Arjuna Herath.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
DiabSense wins Venture Engine 2025, AGC Innovate and Spectrify Al named runners-up
The grand finale of Venture Engine 2025 took place on September 17 at Cinnamon Life - The Studio, spotlighting Sri Lanka's most promising entrepreneurs and marking another milestone for the country's growing startup ecosystem.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
Ven. Dhammavansa Nahimigama model village built with Indian grant support inaugurated
Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha and Ports and Civil Aviation Services Minister Anura Karunathilaka jointly inaugurated and handed over Ven. Dhammavansa Nahimigama Model Village in Rathnapura to the 24 beneficiary families recently. Deputy Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure Sundaralingam Pradeep and Member of Parliament Sunil Rajapaksha also participated in the ceremony.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Island
When police cross the line
Former Navy Commander Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenna was granted bail by the Kurunegala High Court (HC) yesterday.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
Nilakshika's blitz lifts Sri Lanka to fighting total
Lower-order dynamo Nilakshika de Silva turned the game on its head with a breathtaking counterattack, smashing the fastest half-century in this edition of the Women’s World Cup as Sri Lanka posted a competitive 258-6 against New Zealand at the R. Premadasa Stadium yesterday.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Island
Geneva Lies: Was Parliament Misled?
Due to mounting public discontent at Sri Lanka's performance in Geneva, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath was compelled to issue a statement in Parliament about the Resolution on Sri Lanka adopted at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on the 6th of October, to explain the the government's conduct during the 60th session, especially its failure to call for a vote after it strongly rejected the resolution that was adopted.
7 min |
October 15, 2025
The Island
India complete 2-0 series sweep on fifth morning
K L Rahul hit a fifty as he and Dhruv Jurel took India to a 2-0 series win on the fifth morning in Delhi. Even with only 58 more to defend, West Indies kept up their fight as Roston Chase had Sai Sudharsan nicking to Shai Hope at first slip. Rahul was resolute in defence to start off before using his feet well against spin from both ends. Shubman Gill went after Chase as well to hasten India's win. But he too fell, mistiming a big shot against his opposite number. India still completed the win just inside the first hour's play.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
In loving memory of Roshan Jeevananda (Jeeva)
It is with deep sorrow that I remember the passing of my dear friend, Roshan Jeevananda-fondly known as Jeeva-a former banker and dedicated development professional.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Island
Rising temperatures and sugar craving
A new study has uncovered a striking link between rising temperatures and growing sugar consumption in the United States.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Island
Cape Verde beat Eswatini 3-0 to reach World Cup
Cape Verde have become the second-smallest nation to reach the World Cup after the islanders beat Eswatini 3-0 at home.
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October 15, 2025
The Island
Survival of the afittest? The importance of context-sensitivity in education reform
My ongoing fieldwork on agrarian politics in Sri Lanka is teaching me many things that are not directly related to, but heavily condition what happens in agriculture.
5 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
CJ sets up an additional Civil Appellate HC
On a directive from Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena an additional Western Province Civil Appellate High Court had been established, a Justice Ministry spokesperson said yesterday (13).
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
New Tariff of Rs. 45.80 per unit for BESS Landmark move to boost renewable energy and grid stability
In an unprecedented move to accelerate Sri Lanka's transition to a cleaner and smarter energy system, the government approved the introduction of a Time-Based Tariff Scheme for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) integrated with Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (RTSPV) installations.
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October 14, 2025
The Island
WindForce acquires 51 percent stake in Safe Power International to develop 10 MW wind power project
A top energy company, WindForce, said it has acquired a 51 percent equity stake in Safe Power International (Pvt) Ltd for Rs 535.5 million to develop a 10 MW wind power project in Alankuda, Puttalam.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in India remain suspended in limbo – A time to return
The recent arrests of returning refugees under the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) voluntary repatriation by state agencies in Sri Lanka on the ground that they fled the island in boats without a valid travel document has drawn the attention of the public to the plight and future of Sri Lankan (Tamil) Refugees the world over but especially those living in camps in the neighbour-ing state of Tamil Nadu in India.
10 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
Powering Sri Lankan Homes with the Sun: "SUNNY DAYS, SMART NIGHTS!
Sri Lanka is blessed with abundant sunshine throughout the year.
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
MS questioned over alleged fraud at SLFP affiliated institution
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) yesterday (13) questioned former President Maithripala Sirisena regarding an alleged financial fraud at an institution affiliated to the Sri Lanka Freedom party (SLFP).
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October 14, 2025
The Island
Sri Lankan banks and people can take loans in Indian Rupees
The Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) Regulations, 2018 has been amended to enable Indian banks (as well as their overseas branches) to lend in Indian Rupees to a bank or a person, resident in Bhutan, Nepal, or Sri Lanka, the Indian High Commission said yesterday (13).
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
Indian Supreme Court orders CBI probe into Karur stampede
The Supreme Court of India on Monday directed a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Karur stampede case that claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 during a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally on 27 September.
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October 14, 2025
The Island
National Chamber hosts one-day workshop on “Corporate Governance for SMEs”
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka will be conducting an exclusive workshop on “Corporate Governance for SMEs” on Thursday, 16 October 2025, from 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at the National Chamber Auditorium, Colombo 10.
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
Gaza war ends: Israel frees all 2,000 prisoners, including 250 lifetermers
Hamas hands over all hostages, and some bodies
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
Mount Lavinia court incident: Policeman granted bail
The Police constable who had been remanded for allegedly assaulting a lawyer at the Mount Lavinia court premises, was granted bail yesterday (13).
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
JJ Twins... plenty to shout about
Julian and Jason, better known in the music scene as JJ Twins, are a Sri Lankan-born musical duo, currently performing in the Maldives, and they have achieved much as a duo.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
'No govt. willing to hold SL accountable: Gajendra
Tamil National People’s Front (TNPF) leader and Jaffna parliamentarian Gajendrakumar Ponnambalam has said that no government in the world has been willing to bring the Sri Lankan state before an international court, despite overwhelming evidence of atrocities committed against Tamils.
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Island
After missing out on Nobel, Trump to get Israel’s highest honour for brokering peace in Gaza
Just days after US President Donald Trump missed out on the Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, Israel has decided to honour him in its own way.
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October 14, 2025
The Island
PM visiting New Delhi from 16 to 18 Oct.
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya is visiting New Delhi from 16 to 18 October, The Island has learnt from its sources.
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October 14, 2025
The Island
Ayesha proves her point with outstanding double
Ayesha Sewwandi from Namadagaswewa MV, Hambantota made her presence felt to a great extent at the on going All Island Schools Games Athletics Championships at Diyagama with performances that resonated her cry for help from this year's Asian Youth Athletics Championship.
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