Manjula Basnayake

United States forces said they have attacked missile launch sites and mine-laying vessels in southern Iran, in what a US military spokesman described as “self-defence” strikes. Earlier, Iranian media reported explosions in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas.

CBSL to impose maximum loan-to-value (LTV) ratios on vehicle loans from tomorrow (25) for unregistered vehicles and vehicles used in Sri Lanka for less than one year after first registration: 60% for commercial vehicles and 40% for cars, SUVs, vans, three-wheelers and other vehicles. More on adaderana. #Lka

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"We don't even need a glass of water; what we need is for the country to succeed. You cannot rebuild a nation without making sacrifices. In the past, politics was just about individuals playing their own games." Bhagya Sri Herath (MP, NPP) #SriLanka #NPP #SriLankaPolitics

Rs. 12,000 has been reported missing from the safe of the Haldummulla Pradeshiya Sabha, which is currently controlled by the National People's Power (NPP). The Haldummulla Police have launched a full investigation into the incident. #SriLanka #LKA #NPP #Haldummulla #SriLankaNews #PoliceInvestigation #LocalGovernment

"I learned today that individual liberty stands above the 'best interest of the child', and that Article 13(5) of the Constitution supersedes Article 12."— A powerful social media note by Attorney-at-Law Sajeevani Abeykoon, Director of the Law Enforcement Unit at the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA).#SriLanka #ChildProtection #NCPASriLanka #LKA #ChildRights #JusticeLK

Matara Chief Magistrate issued an arrest warrant for former minister Basil Rajapaksa for failing to appear in court in a case filed by the Police Financial Crimes Division over his acquisition of land in Browns Hill, Eliyakanda, Matara. #Lka

Atamasthanadhipathi Pallegama Hemarathana Thero, accused of the grave sexual abuse of a minor girl, has been brought to the Anuradhapura Court under tight security. #SriLanka #lka #Anuradhapura

Fifty-four years ago today, May 22, 1972, Ceylon became the Republic of Sri Lanka and ended its Dominion status. The republican constitution established a ceremonial President as Head of State, replacing the British monarch. Not many remember Sri Lanka's Republic Day!

🏛️ How MP Bimal Rathnayake presented the Vote of Condolence for his former senior, Nandana Gunathilake: Nothing extraordinary. The speech stuck strictly to the basics—mentioning his birth, demise, family, and ministerial roles, while adding a standard acknowledgement of his "valuable service." #SriLanka #ParliamentLK #BimalRathnayake #NandanaGunathilake #SriLankaPolitics #LKA

Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports has approved a five-member Selection Committee for Sri Lanka Cricket, headed by former cricketer Kapila Wijegunawardena, with Amal Silva, Brendon Kuruppu, Waruna Waragoda and Ms.Vanessa De Silva named as members - Ministry of Sports #Lka

After 16 years, there is hope for justice. LankaEnews Editor Sandaruwan Senadheera expressed his confidence in getting justice for Prageeth while attending the Eknaligoda court case today. #lka #eknaligoda #breakingnews #sandhayaeknaligoda #sandaruwansenadhira

🍵✨ Bridging cultures through a shared love for tea! The 2026 "Tea for Harmony" Yaji Cultural Salon and the Zhejiang Cultural Heritage Exhibition were beautifully hosted at the Temple Trees Exhibition Hall. A spectacular display of art, tradition, and cross-cultural exchange. 🇱🇰🇨🇳 #TeaForHarmony #Yaji #Zhejiang #CulturalHeritage #TempleTrees #SriLanka #LKA #CulturalExchange #Colombo #TeaCulture

⚡ No electricity tariff hikes until September! Minister of Ports, Aviation & Energy Anura Karunathilaka assured Parliament today (21) that no request will be submitted to the PUCSL for a rate increase. #lka #SriLanka #LKAnews

MP Chamara Sampath alleges an insider info leak led to a massive surge in bank Letters of Credit (LCs) just a day before vehicle taxes were imposed. Deputy Minister of Economic Development Anil Jayantha firmly rejects the claims, presenting data to counter the allegations. #SriLanka #Parliament #VehicleTaxes #AnilJayantha #ChamaraSampath #LKA #EconomicPolicy #TaxLeak #lka

The Attorney General informs court that a statement has been obtained from Asad Moulana, who is in France, regarding the Easter Sunday Terror Attacks #Lka

Finally found a way to turn it into a positive. 💡👏 #Lka

The AURUS vehicles of President Vladimir PUTIN’s motorcade have arrived in BEIJING. Tomorrow marks a historic visit by the Russian president, during which XI JINPING and PUTIN are expected to adopt a joint declaration on building a multipolar world and a new type of international relations, according to ASHAKOV. RUSSIA and CHINA will sign around 40 documents during PUTIN’s visit to BEIJING. PUTIN is also bringing a large delegation of senior officials and business leaders to CHINA.

Stunned by China’s engineering marvel? Elon Musk shares a post of the world’s biggest train station built near Beijing in 2 years. #China

Police say legal action will be taken against a group including former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, for allegedly obstructing the duties of police #Lka