Srilankan look tours

09/01/2026

අද තරගයට වර්ෂාවෙන් බාධා...🌧️🌧️

09/01/2026

🔜 Kandy Sc 🆚 Cr&fc
📆 11th January 2026 | Sunday
⏱️ Kickoff 3.30pm
📍Nittawala Rugby Stadium

09/01/2026

The big one is here! Defending champions Kandy SC face the CR & FC Red Shirts in the Nittawela fortress. A rivalry that never disappoints! 🔥

Watch LIVE on ThePapare 1 HD (Dialog TV Ch.no 126), Dialog ViU+ app, and thepapare.com website!

11/05/2025

Bus accident: Death toll increases to 11

D: https://www.newswire.lk/tlkv

11/05/2025

Eight Dead, 37 Injured in Ramboda Bus Tragedy

D: https://www.newswire.lk/tlkv

📸 Accident 1st

10/05/2025

Supermarket fined for overpricing Bottled Drinking Water : New rates

D: https://www.newswire.lk/gr44

03/02/2025

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Hambantota International Port (HIP) says that it is fully prepared to support the expected surge in vehicle imports following the recent lifting of Sri Lanka's import ban.

With the local automotive market on the rise, HIP says that it is set to play a key role in meeting the growing demand, backed by its state-of-the-art infrastructure and experienced workforce.

“Since 2018, HIP’s Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO) volumes have grown significantly, from 238,997 units to 579,362 units in 2024. This impressive increase is testament to the port’s expanding capacity to manage large volumes of vehicle imports and its position as a central hub for Sri Lanka’s automotive supply chain,” said Wilson Qu, CEO of HIPG in a statement to the media on Sunday (2).

To streamline vehicle imports, HIP added that it has established a range of specialised facilities.

These include a dedicated customs inspection bay, a new facility with 24/7 CCTV and illumination where vehicles undergo physical checks to ensure compliance with local standards.

Vehicles awaiting clearance or inspection are securely stored, while temporary storage is made available for import vehicles.

HIP said it will also provide basic facilities for wharf clerks and importers who visit the port for the clearance process.

Additionally, HIP’s Vehicle Processing Stations handle the necessary paperwork for the release of vehicles, ensuring a seamless experience for importers.

The port’s newly designed vehicle import yard is specifically tailored to accommodate vehicle imports. With a storage capacity for at least approximately 4000 vehicles, the yard is designed to manage both local and transshipment vehicles efficiently.

Security is a top priority at HIP, with strict access control to ensure only authorised personnel enter the yards.

The entire port, including jetty and temporary storage areas, is fully fenced and monitored by 24/7 CCTV surveillance. Mobile and foot patrols are also deployed to maintain safety and accountability at every stage of the vehicle handling process. Additionally, the port’s illumination levels meet international standards, ensuring high visibility and security throughout, added a statement from HIP.

The port has proven its ability to handle large-scale vehicle imports, successfully managing significant volumes since 2018. The USD 2 million investment in enhanced infrastructure will further support HIP’s ability to handle the growing demand for vehicle imports, it added.

03/02/2025

03/02/2025

The largest modern-day elephant tusks reportedly weigh over 400 pounds (around 180 kilograms). According to measurements, one tusk weighed 214 pounds (97 Kg), while the other weighed 226 pounds (102 Kg). These are the only pair of elephant tusks to exceed 200 pounds each. Supposedly, the tusks belonged to an old elephant in the Kilimanjaro Region that was shot by a hunter in 1899 (but some sources claim that the tusks belonged to two different elephants). The tusks (known as the ‘Kilimanjaro Tusks’) were sold for a large amount of money and shipped to England. However, they were sold to different parties hence, the tusks were separated for over 30 years. Later, both tusks were purchased by the Natural History Museum and put on display. Watch the documentary linked below -

Documentary – https://youtu.be/guygiqlAePY?si=n3Qh1V76lianErar