SINGAPORE: In a significant gesture of solidarity, the Singapore government has announced it will contribute US$100,000 (S$129,000) to support the Singapore Red Cross‘ (SRC) public fundraising efforts for humanitarian aid…
In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, Sri Lanka is grappling with severe flooding and devastating landslides that have left a trail of destruction—claiming nearly 500 lives and displacing thousands. The…
Recent devastating flooding across Asia has claimed the lives of approximately 1,200 individuals while affecting hundreds of thousands more. With heavy rains brought on by a series of seasonal storms,…
A fierce cyclone, named Ditwah, has wreaked havoc across Sri Lanka, leading to devastating casualties and displacements. On 28 November 2024, the nation grapples with the aftermath of the storm,…
In a dramatic turn of events, Sri Lanka’s former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has found himself on the wrong side of the law, being arrested for allegedly misusing government funds during…
As torrential rains batter the southern regions of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka is grappling with the aftermath of devastating floods. Rescue teams are tirelessly searching for missing individuals, while…
In a significant policy shift, Sri Lanka’s recently elected leftist President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has decided to support a controversial IMF bailout programme initially negotiated by his predecessor, Ranil Wickremesinghe.…
Sri Lanka’s political landscape has shifted significantly following the snap legislative elections held on 14 November 2024. The National People’s Power (NPP) coalition, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has…
In a concerning development for tourists, particularly those from Israel, the US Embassy in Sri Lanka issued a warning on 23 October 2024 regarding possible attacks in the country. This…