The Piper of Islamabad: The Diplomacy of Peace and Its Price CeylonWire September 18, 2026 The article argues that Pakistan’s 2026 foreign policy is built on strategic balancing rather than choosing sides: Islamabad presents itself
Those Obstructing the UNP Have Become Spent Forces, Ravi Says CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Former United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader and MP Ravi Karunanayake has said that the influence of certain individuals who
Holding Provincial Council Elections Is Government’s Responsibility, Ravi Says CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Former United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader and MP Ravi Karunanayake has said that the government should move towards holding
Meteorology Department Warns of Heavy Rain, Floods and Landslides CeylonWire September 17, 2026 The Department of Meteorology has warned that significant rainfall could affect several parts of Sri Lanka over the next ten
Former NTC Chairman Renuka Perera Arrested Over Expressway Permit Allegations CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Senior Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) figure and former National Transport Commission (NTC) Chairman Renuka Perera has been arrested by
Modi–Xi Meeting Seen as Positive Signal for Indian Investment in Colombo Port City CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Thulci Aluvihare, Deputy Managing Director of CHEC Port City Colombo, says the discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and
Major Hospitals Face Shortage of Essential Surgical Supplies CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Several major hospitals across Sri Lanka, including the National Hospital of Colombo, are reportedly facing shortages of essential surgical supplies
US Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates for First Time Since 2023 CeylonWire September 17, 2026 The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, citing the need
Office Trains Operating Despite Railway Trade Union Strike CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Sri Lanka Railways says all office trains are currently operating as usual despite several railway trade unions launching a 48-hour
NCDs Responsible for 80% of Deaths in Sri Lanka, Health Secretary Says CeylonWire September 17, 2026 Non-communicable diseases account for approximately 80% of all deaths in Sri Lanka, with hypertension and diabetes among the leading causes,