Colombo set for historic reggae night today
The world-renowned Ivorian reggae legend Alpha Blondy will take the stage in Sri Lanka for the very first time today, marking another fantastic day in the musical history of Sri Lanka. The concert, scheduled to take place at Air Force Grounds, Colombo from 6.00 p.m., marks a significant cultural milestone as the island hosts its first large-scale international reggae concert. …
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Reggae legend Alpha Blondy lands in Colombo today
World-renowned reggae legend Alpha Blondy arrived at Bandaranaike International Airport today (16) ahead of his debut performance in Sri Lanka. Blondy, widely celebrated as the most iconic reggae star after Bob Marley, was warmly welcomed by officials from the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau. He is set to perform on Sunday (19) at the Air Force Grounds in Colombo, backed …
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Controversial Gesture of Love for SL born actress Jacqueline Fernandez
In a surprising and extravagant gesture, alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, currently incarcerated in Delhi’s Mandoli Jail, has reportedly gifted a private jet to Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez on Valentine’s Day.
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Visitors to be allowed in Sigiriya during moon-lit nights
In a bid to boost revenue from tourism, the Tourism Ministry has decided to allow visitors at historic rock fortress Sigiriya at moon-lit nights.
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President Inaugurates FACETS Sri Lanka
The 31st edition of “FACETS Sri Lanka – 2025 International Gem and Jewellery Exhibition” was inaugurated today (January 4) by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi
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CB Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe is LMD’s ‘Sri Lankan Of The Year’
Pioneering business magazine LMD has announced that its ‘Sri Lankan Of The Year’ (SLOTY) for 2024 is the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe.
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U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers Boost Education and Ties with Sri Lanka
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in youth and strengthening its partnership with Sri Lanka. On Thursday,
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Govt. approval granted to receive 22 diesel engines from India
The Indian Railways have agreed to provide 22 American Locomotive Company (ALCO) diesel engines to Sri Lanka Railways as a grant from the Indian Government.
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World’s most expensive Christmas tree unveiled in Germany
Germany has taken festive excess to a whole new level with the unveiling of the world’s most expensive Christmas tree.
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Jay-Z denies allegations he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old in 2000 with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
A woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by Sean “Diddy” Combs has amended her lawsuit to include allegations that she was also assaulted by Jay-Z at the same party.
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