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# ![@NewsWireLK Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::1176546593861820416.png) @NewsWireLK NewsWire 🇱🇰

NewsWire 🇱🇰 posts on X about sri lanka, sri, india, prime minister the most. They currently have XXXXXXX followers and 2091 posts still getting attention that total XXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

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### Top Social Posts [#](/creator/twitter::1176546593861820416/posts)
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Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"Sri Lanka (ranked 197) stun Turkmenistan (ranked 138) with a 1-0 win in Colombo 🔥 A massive result in the first leg of the AFC Asia Cup 2027 qualifier. Second leg on Oct XX in Ashgabat. 💪⚽"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976259531035541602) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T12:12Z 277.3K followers, 3338 engagements


"The Kurunegala Magistrates Court has granted bail to former Navy Commander Nishantha Ulugetenne who was arrested and remanded in July in connection with the disappearance of a youth from Pothuhera reportedly during his tenure as Director of Naval Intelligence. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977995668833652736) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T07:11Z 277.2K followers, 1897 engagements


"BYD recalls over 115000 vehicles Chinas BYD has announced its largest-ever vehicle recall affecting more than 115000 Tang and Yuan Pro EVs built between 2015 and 2022 due to design flaws and battery safety risks. The recall follows previous actions including nearly 97000 Dolphin and Yuan Plus EVs recalled last year over fire risks. Repairs will be carried out through BYD service centers. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979170536769966292) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T13:00Z 277.3K followers, 1181 engagements


"Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya is scheduled to undertake an official visit to India from 16-18 October 2025 during which she will engage in several high-level meetings including with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978367551882117617) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T07:49Z 277.3K followers, 1095 engagements


"We appreciate the core groups engagement on language amendments proposed by Sri Lanka. We however regret that we couldnt find agreement on certain key concerns for us. It is only fair that Sri Lanka be allowed to seize this opportunity to advance the rights of its own people through domestic processes Sri Lanka said rejecting a draft resolution at the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975450088710279400) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T06:36Z 277.3K followers, 4573 engagements


"The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has disclosed that over Rs. X billion in assessment tax arrears remain outstanding within the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area. This was revealed when CMC officials appeared before the committee recently. COPA Chairman MP Kabir Hashim noted that despite earlier recommendations tax recovery had shown little progress with only Rs. XX million collected by June from Rs. XXX million owed in the Fort Division alone. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977293045239284142) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T08:39Z 277.3K followers, 2926 engagements


"The SLBFE has arrested two individuals including a retired Army Colonel in connection with a large-scale foreign employment scam that defrauded nearly Rs. XX million from job seekers by promising jobs in the hospitality sector in Hungary the Netherlands and Finland. The public has been urged to report any information regarding fraudulent foreign job agencies or individuals to the SLBFE Special Investigation Unit via 011-2882228. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976267730866106515) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T12:45Z 277.3K followers, 3381 engagements


"Sri Lankan-born researcher leads breakthrough in lung cancer treatment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976900698848550972) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-11T06:40Z 277.3K followers, 9217 engagements


"Eyewitness says Police officer assaulted lawyer (Video)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978371620684038150) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T08:05Z 277.3K followers, 2004 engagements


"I dont think Sewwandi has said anything about Namal so he doesnt need to be troubled Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara responding to MP Namal Rajapaksas call for an impartial probe into the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa after Ishara Sewwandi one of the main suspects in the case was arrested in Nepal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978476115875315816) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T15:00Z 277.3K followers, 4440 engagements


"Police Spokesman ASP Wootler says Ishara Sewwandi the suspect wanted in connection with the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa in February this year was arrested a few days ago in Nepal along with five other suspects. He further said measures are underway to bring all XX suspects back to Sri Lanka in the coming days. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978020006538498332) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T08:48Z 277.3K followers, 4939 engagements


"Today Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra personally handed over the first discounted air ticket under the new government scheme to a Juki machine operator bound for Moldova. The ticket was issued at a Rs. 75000 discount compared to prevailing market rates. This pioneering move marks the launch of a program ensuring all Sri Lankan migrant workers can access air tickets at substantially reduced prices via the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Agency in Nawala"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978845713972031577) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T15:29Z 277.2K followers, 2948 engagements


"Sri Lanka Customs records highest-ever single-day tax revenue"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978810874350444981) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T13:10Z 277.3K followers, 1111 engagements


"Issuing an advisory for severe lightning effective until XXXXX pm today the Met department has issued red alerts to XX districts and amber alerts to XX districts. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979104288711315692) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T08:36Z 277.3K followers, 1016 engagements


"🗓 2026 ICC Mens T20 World Cup All XX Qualified Teams India Sri Lanka Afghanistan Australia Bangladesh England 🏴 South Africa USA West Indies 🏝 Ireland ☘ New Zealand Pakistan Canada Italy Netherlands Namibia Zimbabwe Nepal Oman UAE"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978873343777599689) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T17:19Z 277.3K followers, 2071 engagements


"The Stop Bleed campaign in Sri Lanka aims to reduce deaths from severe bleeding after traumatic injuries by training the public to control hemorrhaging. Based on the global Stop the Bleed program it teaches bystanders how to apply pressure pack a wound and use a tourniquet until emergency services arrive. A life-saving skill every Sri Lankan can learn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977398430889619584) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T15:38Z 277.2K followers, 3181 engagements


"Glad to welcome Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Ms. Harini Amarasuriya. Our discussions covered a broad range of areas including education women's empowerment innovation development cooperation and welfare of our fishermen. As close neighbours our cooperation holds immense importance for the prosperity of our two peoples as well as the shared region - Indian PM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979138170295063026) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T10:51Z 277.3K followers, 2008 engagements


"We will set up a presidential commission to investigate how USAID funds were utilised MP Namal Rajapaksa vows to investigate how USAID funds were utilised in Sri Lanka. He said the commission will be set up under a future SLPP government claiming that the present NPP government has betrayed the public mandate"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975474919925219357) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T08:14Z 277.2K followers, 6531 engagements


"The Finance Ministry and the Department of Inland Revenue have agreed to implement the Public Finance Committees recommendation to establish a Gambling Regulatory Authority by June XX 2026 to formally regulate the casino industry in Sri Lanka. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978321184715346259) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T04:45Z 277.3K followers, 1126 engagements


"Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited the historic Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China as part of her official visit to Beijing for the Global Leaders Meeting on Women 2025"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977371938675716518) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T13:53Z 277.3K followers, 5224 engagements


"Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka who struck a century against India has moved into the top five of ICC T20 batting ranking"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1973315384167243970) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-01T09:13Z 277.2K followers, 2146 engagements


"Although Sri Lanka is classified as a lower-middle-income country it has the health profile of many high-income nations said WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. He praised Sri Lankas achievements noting: 🩺 Almost every woman gives birth with a skilled birth attendant. 💉 Almost every child receives routine immunizations. 🦟The country has defeated malaria eliminated lymphatic filariasis and maternal & neonatal tetanus"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978800675447259478) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:30Z 277.3K followers, 17.2K engagements


"Sri Lanka Cricket Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya says legal action has been initiated against several social media pages for publishing false and defamatory posts. He says fake statements fabricated quotes and even scams are being circulated using his and other players names calling it malicious and unacceptable"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978310144661377266) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T04:01Z 277.3K followers, 4910 engagements


"The female elephant belonging to the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya has died a short while ago temple officials confirmed. According to a temple official the elephant aged XX passed away earlier today within the temple premises. The elephant known among devotees as Manika had long been part of the Bellanwila temples cultural and religious activities including annual peraheras and temple events. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975158024110063633) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-06T11:15Z 277.3K followers, 7025 engagements


"Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa questions the Governments decision to transfer several Police officers who were instrumental in recent major drug busts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978781889822437853) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T11:15Z 277.3K followers, 3521 engagements


"🚨 JUST IN: The six Sri Lankans arrested in Nepal including Ishara Sewwandi the main suspect in the killing of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa have been brought back to Sri Lanka. Ishara Sewwandi handed over to the Colombo Crimes Division for further investigations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978464274835292191) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T14:13Z 277.3K followers, 18.8K engagements


"The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has declared an emergency disaster response from October XX to XX following forecasts of heavy rainfall and possible thunderstorms across Colombo and surrounding areas. The CMC announced that its disaster management and emergency response units are on full standby to assist residents affected by the adverse weather. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978828974152368527) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T14:22Z 277.3K followers, 4373 engagements


"Sri Lanka Police urges parents to enroll their children in the Police Cadet program to build a disciplined and responsible new generation. The IGP Challenge Trophy National Cadet Camp 2025 concludes tomorrow (10) at Aluvihare with 1575 cadets from XXX schools taking part. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976224496106295780) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T09:53Z 277.3K followers, 5729 engagements


"Sri Lanka linked to U.S. sanctions on Irans oil network"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976494201794703672) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T03:45Z 277.3K followers, 5452 engagements


"A Dutch court has ordered Meta Platforms to provide Facebook and Instagram users with an easier way to choose a timeline that displays posts in chronological order rather than one shaped by algorithms that track their activity and interests. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1973979508597485871) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-03T05:12Z 277.2K followers, 1096 engagements


"Sri Lankan students have won a series of medals at the International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO 2025) held in Malaysia from October XX. 🎖 Science category: X Silver & X Bronze medals 🎖 Mathematics category: X Bronze medals 🏆 Sri Lankas STEM team ranked 4th among all participating countries"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977719862643319205) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T12:55Z 277.3K followers, 6549 engagements


"Sri Lanka Antigua and Barbuda Establish Diplomatic Relations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1974157689618927662) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-03T17:00Z 277.3K followers, 1828 engagements


"Pakistan have requested to tour Sri Lanka in January 2026 for a three-match T20 International series with discussions between the two cricket boards currently underway according to Pakistans Express Tribune. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977942320587608166) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T03:39Z 277.2K followers, 1133 engagements


"The Colombo Chief Magistrate today issued an overseas travel ban on ten Sri Lankan athletes who reportedly failed to return to the country after participating in the 2022 Commonwealth Games in the United Kingdom. The court was informed that the absconding athletes had caused a financial loss of nearly Rs. XX million to the government. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979162980345614620) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T12:30Z 277.3K followers, 6583 engagements


"Indian PM expressed support for Sri Lankas education reform agenda PM Harini"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979169431126237614) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T12:55Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya visited Tiananmen Square in Beijing today to pay tribute at two of Chinas most significant national monuments the Monument to the Peoples Heroes and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong the founding leader of the Peoples Republic of China"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977992812768432181) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T07:00Z 277.2K followers, 1278 engagements


"Five state-owned enterprises under the Industries Ministry will remit Rs. XXX million to the Treasury Minister Sunil Handuneththi says these enterprises have achieved profit-earning status within the last X months under the governments reform agenda"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975804952900739427) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T06:06Z 277.2K followers, 6366 engagements


"Positive momentum for Sri Lankan football ⚽ Sri Lanka has climbed to 193rd in the latest FIFA World Rankings D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979188046697501166) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T14:09Z 277.3K followers, 1167 engagements


"Bizwire: The Coca-Cola Company today announced the appointment of Mario Perera as Country Head for Sri Lanka and the Maldives. With over XX years of experience in the food and beverage (F&B) industry Mario brings extensive regional and global leadership experience having managed global brands across multiple countries. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977717309906047255) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T12:45Z 277.3K followers, 6379 engagements


"Instagram has launched Instagram Rings a new awards program recognizing XX standout creators from its more than X billion monthly users. Honourees will receive a physical ring designed by Grace Wales Bonner and a unique digital golden ring marking their profiles and stories. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975420906391454011) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T04:40Z 277.2K followers, 1775 engagements


"Southern California cardiologist of Sri Lankan origin 85-year-old Asoka Jayaweera was denied the vegetarian meal he had ordered then died after choking on a piece of food in the meal he was given instead while flying on Qatar Airways to Sri Lanka. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975481568262299709) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T08:41Z 277.3K followers, 15.1K engagements


"A Sri Lankan delegation recently concluded a one-week technical visit to Germany aimed at developing a sustainable sewage sludge management concept for a Board of Investment industrial zone. Throughout the week participants engaged with leading German research institutions experts and technology providers exploring innovative and environmentally responsible approaches to wastewater and sewage sludge management. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978374022510620790) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T08:14Z 277.3K followers, 1513 engagements


"What works in Western countries doesnt suit Sri Lanka Cardinal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976596223986372711) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T10:30Z 277.3K followers, 6048 engagements


"The only time you truly fail is when you decide to give up. Virat Kohli 💬🏏"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978747376941563981) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T08:58Z 277.3K followers, 1060 engagements


"Samsung Electronics Co. will unveil its highly-anticipated trifold smartphone when world leaders and global dignitaries gather at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea later this month"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979208283547152621) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T15:30Z 277.3K followers, 1427 engagements


"Bombay HC denies permission for Shilpa Shetty to travel to Sri Lanka D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975860068085071895) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T09:45Z 277.2K followers, 2356 engagements


"Sri Lanka Customs has destroyed a container full of illegally imported cigarettes worth Rs. XXX million. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978010385338024413) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T08:10Z 277.3K followers, 14.2K engagements


"The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to make it mandatory for all government institutions to procure only brown sugar in their food purchases as part of efforts to support Sri Lankas local sugar industry. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978334379064566099) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T05:37Z 277.3K followers, 4432 engagements


"Man sentenced to XX years for molesting XX yr old girl"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975828611195093012) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T07:40Z 277.2K followers, 4635 engagements


"Its not a personal property: Chathranga hits back at Harsha over Suwaseriya criticism"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977056778878681262) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-11T17:00Z 277.3K followers, 17.6K engagements


"Sri Lanka is safe & thriving U.S. Embassy confirms Level X advisory unchangedroutine update no new risks. Some media misreported old info. Tourism is booming nearing 2018 highs Come enjoy our culture & beauty MP Harsha de Silva said commenting on the US Department of States recent travel advisory on Sri Lanka which included landmine awareness. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978445287992529272) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T12:58Z 277.3K followers, 3659 engagements


"Football fans celebrated in Qatar as the countrys football team qualified for next years FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 win over the United Arab Emirates. Its the first time Qatar has reached a World Cup through competitive qualifiers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978369932845858883) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T07:58Z 277.3K followers, 1019 engagements


"RBI proposes Indian Rupee lending to Nepal Bhutan Sri Lanka"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1973834303227179376) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-02T19:35Z 277.3K followers, 2436 engagements


"Sri Lanka and Antigua and Barbuda have formally established diplomatic relations following the signing of an agreement in Washington D.C. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1974327400386474485) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-04T04:15Z 277.3K followers, 1532 engagements


"The Sri Lanka Navy says XXXXXX kg of heroin were found on the multi-day fishing vessel seized in the southern seas and brought to the Galle Harbour this morning. Five individuals onboard the vessel have been taken into naval custody for further questioning. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979126857459990778) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T10:06Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"Aspin Stallions boost their firepower for the Abu Dhabi T10 2025/26 Sri Lankan duo Avishka Fernando and Binura Fernando join the squad"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978774200270590147) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T10:45Z 277.3K followers, 1511 engagements


"Announcing plans to amend the existing laws on the employment of female workers at night as part of a wider labour law reform initiative the Ministry of Labour says a 17-member committee has been appointed to draft four principal labour-related bills aimed at modernizing regulations and strengthening workerprotection. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978769615074255041) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T10:26Z 277.3K followers, 3530 engagements


"🗣 They know the media will be there so they smile for the cameras. But once inside the CCD they start crying and panicking. When the law or courts get involved they are no different from any ordinary person. The heroics end there there are no heroes inside. DIG Nishantha Soysa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978807539434471828) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:57Z 277.3K followers, 4614 engagements


""He is a hero" A group of monks including Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera have visited former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Tangalle"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976567577720791281) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T08:36Z 277.2K followers, 5523 engagements


"The Colombo Additional Magistrates Court has called for a Government Analysts report regarding the quality of whitening creams produced and distributed by a company run by Sri Lankan model Piumi Hansamali to verify whether the creams are safe for human use. The Department of Criminal Investigations Illegal Assets and Intellectual Property Investigations Division has also launched a probe into Piumi Hansamali's income and assets. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978698838601879998) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T05:45Z 277.3K followers, 17.3K engagements


"Sri Lankas oldest airport takes flight into the future ✈ A new Rs. XXXX billion Airfield Facility Complex is set to transform Ratmalana Airport introducing next-gen air traffic management automation and a modern control tower with XXX visibility. Once completed the upgraded system will handle over XXX aircraft a day and boost foreign exchange earnings from Sri Lankas upper airspace operations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977429872336069100) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T17:43Z 277.3K followers, 9625 engagements


"Police have introduced a list of new hotlines for the public to report drug-related activities directly to senior officers. The lines are open for information on heroin meth (ice) cocaine cannabis and other substances. Police urge responsible use to support anti-narcotics efforts. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1974124408454189475) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-03T14:48Z 277.2K followers, 4241 engagements


"Sri Lanka football shows progress with FIFA ranking jump"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979161835702993212) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T12:25Z 277.3K followers, 1220 engagements


"Short-stay visitors to Sri Lanka : ETA online Visa Application"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978793275780723200) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:00Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"it is instrumental to maintain cost-recovery energy pricing strengthen the governance of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and resolve their legacy debts to ensure financial viability and minimize fiscal risks. Upcoming bills on public-private partnerships SOEs public procurement and public asset management should be consistent with the Public Financial Management Act and best practices - IMF"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976207254472057129) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T08:45Z 277.3K followers, 1369 engagements


"Minister Dammika Patabendi was elected as the President of the Sri Lanka-Belarus Parliamentary Friendship Association at its inaugural session in Parliament recently. Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi was elected as the President at the revival meeting of the Sri Lanka-Bangladesh Parliamentary Friendship Association. During both meetings discussions were focused on the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding collaboration between Sri Lanka and the respective countries. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978323747984543913) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T04:55Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"() -  . All travelers visiting Sri Lanka for short-stay purposes (tourism or business) are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978821037849493722) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T13:51Z 277.3K followers, 1479 engagements


"The Istanbul Metropolitan Council has unanimously approved a proposal to make Gaza City its sister city on October XX paving the way for joint work in education culture economy and humanitarian support. The Council has also approved a separate motion to deliver humanitarian aid to Palestines Gaza as part of the partnership - TRT World"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979031139676295203) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T03:46Z 277.3K followers, 1065 engagements


"Cabo Verde have qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time. They beat Eswatini 3-0 to confirm their ticket to the global finals ensuring top spot in Group D ahead of African powerhouses Cameroon. A country of just over 500000 people Cabo Verde have become the second-least populous nation to reach the World Cup after Iceland at Russia 2018"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978031787780493337) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T09:35Z 277.2K followers, 4046 engagements


"Indian and Sri Lankan Prime Ministers hold wide-ranging talks in New Delhi"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979140539074187565) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T11:00Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"🚨 Ishara Sewwandi the key suspect in the shooting death of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa at the Hulftsdorp Magistrates Court has been arrested in Nepal along with several other gang members Police say"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977933962157686938) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T03:06Z 277.2K followers, 3049 engagements


"A Myanmar military strike on a festival event and a protest has killed XX people including children. Hundreds of people were gathered in central Myanmar's Chaung U township for the Thadingyut full moon festival on Monday evening when the military dropped bombs on the crowd. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975843779543228517) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T08:40Z 277.2K followers, 3936 engagements


"Journalist shares new photo of fugitive ex-Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979175700352376972) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T13:20Z 277.3K followers, 6278 engagements


"Announcing that all foreign nationals arriving in Sri Lanka for short stays tourism and business are now required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to their arrival the Department of Immigration and Emigration said this requirement will come into effect starting 15th October 2025. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977989641568440471) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T06:47Z 277.3K followers, 7991 engagements


"Google will invest $XX Bn to build a major data center and AI hub in Indiathe tech giants largest investment in the country to date. The facility set for Vishakhapatnam aims to scale and serve as a key part of Googles global AI network. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978312993902297287) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T04:12Z 277.3K followers, 1694 engagements


"Former Sri Lanka cricketer Jayananda Warnaweera has passed away at the age of XX. The former off-spinner represented Sri Lanka in XX Tests and X ODIs between 1986 and 1994 and later served as curator of the Galle International Stadium"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978751672240280005) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T09:15Z 277.3K followers, 3027 engagements


"Sri Lankan delegation completes Germany visit on sludge management"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978359117031899194) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T07:15Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"Wimal Weerawansa fails to prove allegations during Police inquiry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976599931256262971) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T10:45Z 277.3K followers, 6664 engagements


"The Ceylon Electricity Board unions have announced that they will suspend their work-to-rule campaign after receiving written confirmations of the verbal agreements reached on their demands related to the restructuring of the state institution. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977997377614074018) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T07:18Z 277.3K followers, 1081 engagements


"We should also remind Harsha de Silva that Suwaseriya is not a personal property. This is a national project implemented with funding from the Indian government and the involvement of the Sri Lankan government. Nobody can issue birth certificates for a national project Deputy Minister"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977239049015316981) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T05:04Z 277.3K followers, 6967 engagements


"Five state-owned enterprises under the Ministry of Industries and Enterprise Development have contributed a total of Rs. XXXXX million in dividends to the Treasury. D :"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975776014115741844) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T04:11Z 277.3K followers, 1374 engagements


"The price of a 24-carat gold sovereign in Sri Lanka has surpassed Rs. 400000 for the first time. As of this morning the price of a 24-carat gold sovereign is Rs. 410000 and a 22-carat gold sovereign is Rs. 379200. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979066595407466779) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T06:07Z 277.3K followers, 1071 engagements


"Sri Lanka make history in Colombo Ranked 197th in the world Sri Lanka stunned 138th-ranked Turkmenistan with a thrilling 1-0 victory in the first leg of the AFC Asia Cup 2027 qualifier at the Racecourse grounds today ⚽🔥 A massive home win that gives the Lions a vital edge heading into the second leg on October XX in Ashgabat Turkmenistan. 💪"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976262411108876587) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T12:24Z 277.3K followers, 20.1K engagements


"We cannot accept this. What works well in Western countries doesnt necessarily suit Sri Lanka. We have our own culture systems and values that deserve respect. Thats why we urge education authorities not to obstruct the tendency to instill respect love and devotion in children toward their parents and teachers Archbishop Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said concerning the implementation of the proposed legislation related to the punishment of children. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976607686448824694) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T11:16Z 277.3K followers, 31.3K engagements


"Sri Lanka Customs has recorded its highest-ever single-day tax revenue collecting Rs. 2470 million on October XX 2025 the Department announced today. According to Director General of Customs the total revenue collected so far this year amounts to Rs. 1867 billion placing the department on track to surpass its annual target of Rs. 2115 billion. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978824453594476908) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T14:04Z 277.3K followers, 2154 engagements


"Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority says Sri Lanka has reported 62741 tourist arrivals in the first XX days of October 2025. The highest number of tourists was from India amounting to 18299 followed by 5417 from China and 4874 from the UK. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977957437165707393) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T04:39Z 277.2K followers, 1272 engagements


"A boat transporting XX kgs of Heroin was seized in the Southern seas by the Navy today while five suspects onboard the vessel were also arrested"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979140284802883903) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T10:59Z 277.3K followers, 1492 engagements


"Issuing red alerts to XX districts for heavy rains effective until XXXXX am tomorrow the Met Department says heavy showers above XXX mm are likely in the Western Sabaragamuwa Central Uva and North-western provinces. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979132220901064957) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T10:27Z 277.3K followers, 1056 engagements


"The Kathmandu Post has reported that Nepal has deported six Sri Lankan nationals linked to the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa following their arrest in Kathmandu. Nepal Police investigations claim that all six were members of the notorious Kehelbaddara Padme gang and were found to have been living discreetly in Nepal for several weeks. Two of them reportedly entered Nepal by air while the others are believed to have crossed the border from India by land. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978741233351811499) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T08:34Z 277.3K followers, 6059 engagements


"Its very emotional for me when I was here we didnt have this auditorium. All our events were held across the road which we shall not name (laughter) Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya revisits her alma mater Hindu College Delhi University where she studied Sociology from 1991 to 1994. 🎓"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978797416322408619) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:17Z 277.3K followers, 14.9K engagements


"The Sri Lankan Navy has taken into custody a multi-day fishing vessel suspected of transporting narcotics in the southern waters. The vessel was taken into custody along with five individuals aboard. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979043914699973004) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T04:36Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"A 23-member U.S. delegation comprising senior representatives from leading American think tanks and private sector enterprises paid a courtesy call on the Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka Arjuna Herath. The delegation included prominent members from the Hudson Institute the American Enterprise Institute and executives representing technology and human capital development sectors. The high-level meeting presided over by BOI Chairman Herath brought together senior Sri Lankan government officials and the distinguished U.S. delegation led by Professor Walter Russell Mead of"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977265790526148728) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T06:51Z 277.2K followers, 1639 engagements


"No official meetings no speeches just gifts smiles and (probably) a few cups of Ceylon tea ☕ Chinese traders meet Mahinda Rajapaksa in Tangalle"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979132784082858454) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T10:30Z 277.3K followers, 9236 engagements


"Court action on XX Sri Lankan athletes missing after 2022 Commonwealth Games in UK"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979149255051792649) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T11:35Z 277.3K followers, 1139 engagements


"A 36-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the accident near the Doluwa Sri Bimbarama Temple in Gampola yesterday in which three elderly women were killed. Police investigations reveal that the woman with a learners permit was behind the wheel of a car at the time of the accident. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975424350405697852) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T04:54Z 277.3K followers, 15.5K engagements


"Sri Lankas birth rate has plunged nearly XX% since 2018 from about 328000 to just over 220000 births in 2024 marking the lowest level in decades. Officials warn the trend could have long-term effects on schools the workforce and the economy. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975103154430841147) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-06T07:37Z 277.3K followers, 44.5K engagements


"Police officers and teachers have come together to raise awareness among schoolchildren about sweets and food items reportedly used to lure them into drug use. In this session onboard a bus children learn to spot and report suspicious items to adults"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976294077533409655) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T14:30Z 277.2K followers, 12.3K engagements


"Sri Lanka has the potential to become for India what Macau is to China according to Lawrence Ho chairman of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd. as the Hong Kong-listed gaming resorts operator opened its first South Asian property in Colombo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1951872680485093642) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-08-03T05:08Z 277.3K followers, 16.4K engagements


"MP Prasad Siriwardena has questioned the new Metro Bus tender process alleging it excludes Lanka Ashok Leyland to favour selected companies. Why cant we buy buses from Lanka Ashok Leyland Is it just to give tenders to their own people he asked"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976277418772930697) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T13:23Z 277.2K followers, 10.8K engagements


"SLC pays tribute to Jayananda Warnaweera; womens team to wear black armbands"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979062435085500859) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T05:50Z 277.3K followers, 1033 engagements


"The buses carrying Palestinian prisoners have now arrived in Ramallah the de facto Palestinian capital of the occupied West Bank. As mentioned about 1700 detainees from Gaza and XXX Palestinian prisoners are being released today as part of the ceasefire deal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977706156454744316) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T12:01Z 277.3K followers, 2451 engagements


"Discussed Indias continued support to Sri Lanka and strengthening our cooperation in education and capacity building Indian Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar said after a meeting with Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya in New Delhi today. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978720967187677281) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T07:13Z 277.3K followers, 1037 engagements


"There is a need but the question remains if the government should do these President AKD responding to concerns regarding facilities for tourists in Ratnapura said that the government must not attempt to compete with businesses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978129657359638575) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T16:03Z 277.3K followers, 10.7K engagements


"Talentwire : Amana Bank PLC is pleased to announce the declaration of its 8th consecutive annual dividend reaffirming its commitment to rewarding shareholders. The Bank declared an interim cash dividend of Rs. XXXX per share marking its highest-ever dividend payout amounting to LKR XXXXX million. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1970047087619235899) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-09-22T08:46Z 277.3K followers, 2151 engagements


"Social media trolling is just not right. Imagine the mindset behind personally targeting young players. If you want to criticize do it constructively not by attacking individuals. Lets protect our cricketers and focus on supporting Indian cricket. India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978469016584016212) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T14:32Z 277.3K followers, 1512 engagements


"Yesterday Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra personally handed over the first discounted air ticket under the new government scheme to a garment worker bound for Moldova. The ticket was issued at a Rs. 75000 discount compared to prevailing market rates. This pioneering move marks the launch of a program ensuring all Sri Lankan migrant workers can access air tickets at substantially reduced prices via the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Agency in Nawala"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979035275968843821) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T04:02Z 277.3K followers, 1767 engagements


"🎂 Aravinda de Silva turns XX today A legend who defined elegance timing and big-match temperament. 🏆 The hero of 1996. 🔥 The man who made the world stop and watch. Heres what Sanath Jayasuriya once said about him: 💬 He is the best Sri Lankan batter the most complete player our country has ever produced. Happy 60th Birthday Maestro Aravinda 🙌"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979120496081014888) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T09:41Z 277.3K followers, 2043 engagements


"Sri Lankan authorities say wanted suspect Ishara Sewwandi the alleged mastermind behind the killing of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa was arrested in Nepal as a result of a three-day international operation led by Sri Lankan police working with Nepalese law enforcement and Interpol support. Sewwandi was found hiding in a luxury house near Kathmandu. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978318513514348757) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T04:34Z 277.3K followers, 11.6K engagements


"They have received a directive to remove the name 1990 Suwa Seriya and to change the colour. Why are you doing this It has been instructed to use your party colour. This is not a national emergency ambulance service. It is a pre-hospital care service. Please do not destroy it MP Harsha de Silva said raising concerns over the alleged moves by the government to make changes to the 1990 Suwa Seriya free ambulance service. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976265482081595601) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T12:36Z 277.3K followers, 8597 engagements


"Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa says Ishara Sewwandi should be brought back to Sri Lanka soon and those behind her should be exposed"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978359594641461309) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T07:17Z 277.3K followers, 11.5K engagements


"The second Mass Wedding Ceremony under the Mawaddatha wa Rahmah initiative launched by MP Rishad Bathiudeen was held in Vavuniya this week making it the first of its kind in Sri Lanka. The event brought together XX Buddhist Catholic and Hindu couples in a collective wedding ceremony. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976611801891504325) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-10T11:32Z 277.2K followers, 2764 engagements


"Former Public Security Minister Sarath Weerasekara criticizes the Government for giving undue publicity to the return of underworld suspects brought from abroad"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978777698668265527) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T10:59Z 277.3K followers, 9423 engagements


"Ruling that six officers of the Kottawa Police violated the fundamental rights of a private bus operator by unlawfully arresting assaulting and falsely accusing him of possessing heroin in 2016 the Supreme Court has ordered the officers to personally pay Rs. X million in compensation to the petitioner. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977730688591020250) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T13:38Z 277.2K followers, 5845 engagements


"Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya concludes official visit to China"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978370267681636627) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T08:00Z 277.3K followers, 2251 engagements


"US confirms no new risks : Sri Lanka safe for travellers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978430846731210810) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T12:00Z 277.3K followers, 2322 engagements


"Israel failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing 0-3 to Italy in a qualifier in Udine northeastern Italy in a match that saw tension outside the venue between police and pro-Palestine protesters. Some spectators also booed Israel's anthem before the match"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978398996029915178) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T09:54Z 277.3K followers, 1155 engagements


"New homes new hope India expands Rs. 64B housing aid in Sri Lanka"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977344974690628051) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T12:05Z 277.2K followers, 3472 engagements


"Indian State of Karnataka has approved a Menstrual Leave Policy granting one day of paid leave per month for menstruating individuals across both government and private sectors. With this Karnataka becomes the first Indian state to implement a menstrual leave policy coveringallsectors"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978071349722566889) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T12:12Z 277.3K followers, 11.7K engagements


"A court in Jaffna has ordered the police to return XXX acres of land occupied for a police station in Kopay since 2005. Despite the ruling police failed to comply prompting the court to deploy a bailiff yesterday to enforce the verdict. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978805567138263453) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:49Z 277.3K followers, 1083 engagements


"Past and present of Sri Lankan batting greatness 🏏 Kumar Sangakkara and Pathum Nissanka spotted together at a wedding in Colombo. 📸 Pamod Nilru"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977778263377506453) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T16:47Z 277.3K followers, 10.5K engagements


"Sri Lanka has signed an agreement with the Asian Development Bank to borrow XXX million US dollars to develop the health sector. The package also includes an externally financed grant amounting to XXX million dollars from the Pandemic Fund provided under Result-based Lending. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979196294485938254) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T14:42Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"South Koreas Supreme Court halts SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-wons record $X billion divorce payout sends the case back to a lower court for review giving him a temporary reprieve D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978803093522284819) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:39Z 277.3K followers, 1056 engagements


"Swipe Tap Ride Sri Lankan Bus Fares to go Digital"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975827317181038844) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T07:35Z 277.2K followers, 4702 engagements


"Tiny nation with fewer people than Colombo qualifies for FIFA World Cup"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978035710285246653) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T09:50Z 277.2K followers, 1041 engagements


"Sri Lanka go down XX in the away fixture against Turkmenistan Having won XX at home a few days ago"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978146064893911053) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T17:09Z 277.2K followers, 1528 engagements


"Oman have qualified for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Former Sri Lanka captain Duleep Mendis guided the team to qualification as Head Coach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978475197759152232) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T14:57Z 277.3K followers, 1570 engagements


"The Danish prime minister says the country will ban social media for under-15s as she accused mobile phones and social networks of stealing our childrens childhood. Mette Frederiksen used her speech on Tuesday at the opening of Folketing the Danish parliament to announce the proposal in which she said: We have unleashed a monster. She added: Never before have so many children and young people suffered from anxiety and depression"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975883888510554215) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T11:20Z 277.3K followers, 5263 engagements


"United Arab Emirates have claimed a ticket to next years ICC Mens T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka securing a top-three spot at the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in Oman. They join Nepal and Oman who guaranteed their top three spots on Wednesday completing the final slate of XX teams for the global tournament"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979011985942446120) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T02:30Z 277.3K followers, 1075 engagements


"Raising the challenges faced by Sri Lankas SMEs during a meeting with a delegation from the Asian Development Bank Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa urged the ADB to extend assistance to help struggling enterprises revive operations and sustain employment across the country. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979155851882422615) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T12:01Z 277.3K followers, 1036 engagements


"The Government has decided to issue domestic dollar-denominated bonds as a new loan instrument aimed at strengthening short-term liquidity within the local foreign exchange market. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved proceeding with issuing domestic dollar bonds within the existing legal framework. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978333480829550879) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T05:33Z 277.3K followers, 1580 engagements


"Play will resume at XXXX PM the match is now reduced to XX overs per side between Sri Lanka and South Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979209369645650193) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T15:34Z 277.3K followers, XXX engagements


"The Hindu College University of Delhi has inaugurated a new research facility named the Harini Amarasuriya Social & Ethnographic Research Lab in recognition of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriyas achievements. PM Amarasuriya who completed her Bachelors degree in Sociology at the university is currently in India on an official visit. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979068490427326546) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T06:14Z 277.3K followers, 18.2K engagements


"The country should know who is behind these crimes MP Namal Rajapaksa calls for an impartial investigation into the developments following the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa adding that major suspects fled the country while the present government was in power"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978394541850783977) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T09:36Z 277.3K followers, 6988 engagements


"Ishara Sewwandi arrested in Nepal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977934953930162659) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T03:10Z 277.2K followers, 2330 engagements


"A three-member Supreme Court bench chaired by Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena has dismissed two fundamental rights petitions filed by former Minister Wimal Weerawansa and Amani Rishad Hameed seeking a ruling to invalidate the MOU between Sri Lanka and India regarding the digital identity card project for Sri Lankan citizens. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979096504422772922) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T08:05Z 277.3K followers, 4324 engagements


"Sri Lankan designer Chathuri Samaraweera founder of ANAYA Collection made history as the first Sri Lankan to showcase at Paris Fashion Week with her stunning Spring/Summer 2026 collection Balearic Dreaming inspired by the beauty of the Balearic Islands. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975928386145894714) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-08T14:16Z 277.2K followers, 1454 engagements


"Officials from the State Debt Management Office have revealed that Sri Lankas outstanding foreign debt stands at USD XX billion while domestic debt amounts to Rs. XXXX trillion. The details were disclosed at a recent meeting of the parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (COPF). D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976188373816791212) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-09T07:29Z 277.2K followers, 5117 engagements


"As I entered the college through the very same gates today over three decades later I was filled with nostalgia and also admiration" PM Harini addressing an event at Hindu College New Delhi. The Prime Minister was greeted with a standing ovation from students and faculty as she returned to her alma mater. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978793814803521678) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T12:03Z 277.3K followers, 1408 engagements


"I was not happy that India was buying oil and he assured me today that they will not be buying oil from Russia. Thats a big step. Now were going to get China to do the same thing US President Donald Trump said announcing that PM Narendra Modi had assured him India would stop purchasing oil from Russia. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978687563314364471) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T05:00Z 277.3K followers, 2985 engagements


"Namal calls for probe into those behind underworld organizations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978359119003132344) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-15T07:15Z 277.3K followers, 2318 engagements


"Issuing an advisory for severe lightning effective until XXXXX pm today the Met Department has issued red alerts to XX districts and amber alerts to XX districts. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978044482122649736) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T10:25Z 277.3K followers, 1026 engagements


"Can they remove the Buddhasasana Ministry just because they have a mandate Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa criticized the government claiming that the government has disregarded the priority afforded to Buddhism by the Constitution"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977661839228940658) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T09:05Z 277.3K followers, 9461 engagements


"Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has landed in New Delhi for her first visit to India after assuming office"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978689463157960857) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T05:08Z 277.3K followers, 3042 engagements


"During a meeting with the Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese Peoples Political Consultative Conference Wang Huning in Beijing Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya recalled the historic RiceRubber Pact of 1952 as a cornerstone of SouthSouth cooperation and reaffirmed Sri Lankas commitment to continue building on this legacy through mutual trust and shared development. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978008121382441051) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T08:01Z 277.2K followers, 1060 engagements


"Dont attempt to build supermarkets through urban councils President AKD warns Ratnapura district officials stating that the private sector is better suited to operate certain public facilities"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978116002303926554) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T15:09Z 277.3K followers, 26K engagements


"Sri Lankas recent economic performance has been strong. Despite this the recovery remains incomplete with growth still below pre-crisis levels and poverty significantly elevated. Strengthening the recovery will require continued macroeconomic stability urgent structural reforms and more efficient better-targeted public spending says the World Bank D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975453031404548459) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T06:47Z 277.2K followers, 7845 engagements


"An early morning walk in the hills of Idalgashinna President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was seen engaging in his morning exercise and interacting with area residents before attending a housing distribution program"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977354838749896826) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T12:45Z 277.3K followers, 21.5K engagements


"Upon being released on bail the Police Constable received a grand welcome with many surrounding his vehicle yelling congratulations and later carrying him on their shoulders D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977627431524876384) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T06:48Z 277.3K followers, 10.3K engagements


"The All Ceylon Small and Medium Scale Egg Producers Association has announced a reduction of Rs. XX in egg prices in the local market. Chairman of the Association Navod Sampath Bandara stated that the decision was made to curb the monopoly of large-scale egg producers and to balance demand and supply as the demand for eggs has recently declined. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977297819154186276) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T08:58Z 277.3K followers, 7513 engagements


"Sri Lankan designer showcases collection at Paris Fashion Week for the first time"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1975561925514649603) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-07T14:00Z 277.2K followers, 1511 engagements


"Talentiwire : Janashakthi Life the flagship company of JXG (Janashakthi Group) has been reassured confirming its governance trust stability and performance with the award of A- credit rating by Lanka Rating Agency. This independent recognition highlights the companys strong financial position commitment to transparency and long-term stability. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977661361392869759) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-13T09:03Z 277.2K followers, 1123 engagements


"The newest and fourth format of the sport of cricket Test Twenty was launched on Thursday. Designed especially for youth players aged XX to XX years the tournament is set to be hosted in India in its first two years. Consisting of XX rules each Test Twenty match is played over XX overs in total with both teams batting twice. Scores are carried forward between innings similar to a Test match but condensed into a single day. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979055101814755329) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T05:21Z 277.3K followers, 3622 engagements


"Those who are unhappy please raise your hand Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says that the reality remains that public are mostly unhappy adding that the government has failed to understand this matter"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1979048786690261414) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-17T04:56Z 277.3K followers, 5532 engagements


""The public has the power to take back the power they once gave MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena cautions the government to fulfil its promises made to the public"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978057598025736497) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T11:17Z 277.2K followers, 2749 engagements


"U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at Time magazine calling a cover photo that accompanied a feature on his Middle East peace deal the Worst of All Time. The Time cover unveiled Monday with the headline His Triumph features a photo taken from below Trump of the president gazing up seemingly backlit by bright sunlight. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978028479942733870) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-14T09:21Z 277.2K followers, 2059 engagements


"A new government initiative offering discounted air tickets for Sri Lankan migrant workers officially launched today at the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment in Narahenpita. All migrant workers leaving for employment abroad regardless of destination are eligible to purchase these discounted tickets. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1978817709942206467) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-16T13:38Z 277.3K followers, 2106 engagements


"University of Queensland scientist Associate Professor Arutha Kulasinghe a researcher of Sri Lankan origin has led a global study that could transform how lung cancer patients are treated. The research published in Nature Genetics has uncovered a way to predict whether patients with non-small cell lung cancer will respond to costly immunotherapy drugs such as Keytruda which work for only about XX to XX per cent of patients. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1976919357625356566) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-11T07:54Z 277.3K followers, 2920 engagements


"Batters Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Dhananjaya de Silva have been named in Sri Lankas preliminary squad for next months tour of Pakistan as selectors look to strengthen the teams batting depth ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 to be played in Sri Lanka. Emerging players Eshan Malinga Vishen Halambage and Dushan Hemantha have also been included in the 22-member preliminary squad alongside the core group that represented Sri Lanka at the recent Asia Cup. D:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NewsWireLK/status/1977270712567050308) [@NewsWireLK](/creator/x/NewsWireLK) 2025-10-12T07:10Z 277.3K followers, 7215 engagements