Sri Lanka to launch govt API policies and guidelines

Sri Lanka’s government, in the wake of its digital economy drive, is gearing up to release application programming interface (API) policies and guidelines. “We plan to publish application programming interface policies and guidelines of use across …

Japan doubles security aid recipients, adding Sri Lanka, Thailand

TOKYO -- Japan will double the number of countries that can receive Official Security Assistance (OSA) to eight, strengthening ties with nations directly connected to its maritime security. The countries in the Indo-Pacific region eligible for OSA in …

Sri Lanka left waiting for their next great spinner

If you watched Sri Lanka play Tests in Galle through the 2010s, you can probably close your eyes and still see him. Rangana Herath, waddling to the the crease pre-ball, Rangana Herath pivoting in his follow-through post-ball, Rangana Herath settling into …

After Indian Air crash, Boeing officials in Sri Lanka to talk on operations

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks recovered losses on Friday pushed by banks and diversified conglomerates, brokers said. The ASPI marginally rose 1.60 percent, or 269.74 points to close at 17,087.95; while the S&P SL20 moved 1.60 percent, or 80.13 points …

Bangladesh's lead over Sri Lanka nears 200 in first Test

Bangladesh edged ahead of Sri Lanka on day four of the first Test in Galle on Friday, extending their lead to 187 runs with seven wickets in hand. The visitors finished at 177-3 after a strong partnership of 68 between opener Shadman Islam and skipper …

Bangladesh on top after fightback against Sri Lanka

With seven wickets in the hutch and the pitch beginning to show signs of wear and tear, the tourists will fancy their chances of pulling off a rare Test victory overseas and pocketing some precious World Test Championship points in the process. Having eked …

Bangladesh in pole position against Sri Lanka after gritty fightback in 1st test

GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Bangladesh held the upper hand at the end of Day 4 of the series-opening cricket test against Sri Lanka, reaching 177-3 in their second innings to lead by 187 runs Friday. With seven wickets in the hutch and the pitch beginning to …

Cricket | Jun 20, 2025 | 9 min read Nissanka leads Sri Lanka fightback in first Test

Sports Cricket #Galle A career-best 187 by the stylish Pathum Nissanka led Sri Lanka to 368-4 in its first innings on the third day of the opening Test against Bangladesh on Thursday.   That left the home team 127 runs adrift of Bangladesh, which had piled …

Sri Lanka deports dozens of Chinese cybercrime suspects

Sri Lanka Deports 85 Chinese Nationals in Major Cybercrime Crackdown

To put a stop to transnational criminal activities, a major crackdown has taken place in Sri Lanka. Eighty-five Chinese nationals who have been convicted of different offences, including cybercrimes, have been deported. Under strict vigilance, the …