Ranil Wickremesinghe to be summoned to provide evidence on bond scam: PM

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya announced that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe will be summoned to provide evidence pertaining to the Central Bank bond scam that took place in 2015.

Namal calls on RW, AKD to stop misleading public sector employees

SLPP National List member Namal Rajapaksa called on both President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, to clarify their stance over their promised salary increments.

Russian Customs sign MoU with Sri Lankan counterpart to curb illegal trade

The Sri Lanka Customs entered into a mutual agreement with its Russian counterpart to counter illegal trading activities and to boost legal trade facilities between the two nations in the future, an official said.

Spanish floods kill 95 as year of rain falls in a day

At least 95 people have been killed in possibly the deadliest flooding to hit Spain in its modern history after torrential rain battered the eastern region of Valencia, sweeping away bridges and buildings, local authorities said on Wednesday.

Failing to represent client as assigned counsel: Supreme Court suspends lawyer for five years

In a landmark disciplinary action, the Supreme Court suspended a lawyer from practicing law for five years following findings that he failed to appear before the High Court in a criminal matter where he was appointed as the assigned counsel by court.

Lohan Ratwatte arrested

Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte was arrested by police a short while ago.

Examinations Department must assure smooth conduct of 2024 A/L exams: CTU

The Examinations Department must assure students and parents that the 2024 GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examinations will be conducted smoothly, without any issues, Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) General Secretary Joseph Stalin said.

Light Diwali of wisdom this year: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his Diwali message emphasised the importance of a cultural, political, and attitudinal transformation if Sri Lankans are to realize hope of a prosperous country and a fulfilling life for all.

Rice prices average above rate stipulated by Govt

Despite the government regulating prices for Nadu rice at Rs. 220, prices have averaged Rs.235 a kilo in the market, according to recent reports.

Bird flu detected in a pig for the first time in the U.S., raising concerns

Bird flu has been found in at least one pig at a backyard farm in Oregon, the first detection of the H5N1 virus in swine in the United States, the U.S. Agriculture Department said Wednesday.

’Army Chooty’ arrested for managing Harak Kata’s drug operations

The Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested an underworld figure known as ’Army Chooty’ who manages the drug operations of Nandun Chintaka Wickremaratne, alias ‘Harak Kata,’ revealing an extensive drug trafficking network.

Over half of drugs failing quality tests are in India

More than half of the drugs that have failed quality tests so far in 2024 originated from India, according to the Medical Supplies Division of the Health Ministry.

Some politicians, media institutions spreading false news to create anarchy: President

Some politicians and media institutions are spreading false news to create anarchy in the country with an intention to create instability without giving the new government strong power, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday.

Ex-President misled state employees on salary hike says Prime Minister

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya recently claimed that the former President deliberately misled state employees by promising them a salary hike.

RPCs raise Deepavali festival advances for plantation workforce by up to 25%

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) yesterday said that the Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) have raised the festival advances for their workers, with the increase beginning ahead of this year’s Deepavali holiday.

Price drops continue to cool Colombo inflation in October

Inflation in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district fell further in October, marking the third consecutive month of easing, with both food and non-food prices declining amid the improved supply conditions and reduced administrative costs, according to the data from the Census and Statistics Department.

Customs achieve more than 80% by end October – Spokesman

Sri Lanka Customs, one of the three main revenue generating arms of the Treasury, had achieved more than 80% of the stipulated revenue target of Rs.1.53 trillion for the year 2024 by end of October, with positive hopes of surpassing the aim before 2025, the Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka’s construction activity slips in September

Sri Lanka’s construction sector reported a contraction in September, reflecting a slowdown in the activities, influenced by the election-related disruptions, the data from the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) showed on Monday.

Government must clarify truth on USD 200 million: Gammanpila

The government must reveal the truth about whether President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka or the World Bank (WB) is being truthful regarding the USD 200 million loan obtained from the WB, former Minister Udaya Gammanpila said.

Train strike called off

The Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) has decided to call off their ongoing trade union strike as of 10 p.m tonight.

System change often absorbed by existing government: Namal

Even though it is often claimed that the political system of the country needs to be changed, when a new system is brought in, it simply adapts to the ways of the existing government, National Organizer of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), MP Namal Rajapaksa said.

Ranil slams Harini, asks her if she knows SL’s constitution

One wonders as to where Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has learnt the constitution, Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

Electricity tariffs will be reduced soon: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that electricity tariffs will be reduced in a few days.

Station Masters to launch immediate strike over unresolved issues

Following a discussion today to inform the Transport Minister, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) has decided to launch their trade union action in response to unresolved administrative issues within the Railways Department.

India, Sri Lanka hold fresh talks to prevent illegal fishing activities in Sri Lankan waters

Sri Lanka and India held talks to prevent illegal fishing activities by Indian fishing vessels in Sri Lankan waters in the Northern and Eastern areas of Sri Lanka, the Government Information Department said.

Appeal Court quashes warrant issued on Upul Tharanga

The Court of Appeal today issued an order quashing the decision by the Matale High Court to issue a warrant against cricketer Upul Tharanga, the Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket’s Selection Committee.

Boyfriend pushes girlfriend to death

The Payagala Police have launched an investigation into the death of a young woman who allegedly hit her head on a stone following a dispute with her boyfriend at a beach near the Diyalagoda Bridge on October 29.

At least 51 dead in flash floods in Spain

At least 51 people are known to have died after torrential rain caused flash floods in south-eastern Spain, authorities have said.

NPP hierarchy taken for ride by some government officials: Former MP

The hierarchy of the National People’s Power (NPP) is being misled by some government officials due to their lack of experience, former MP Madura Vithanage said today.

Petition against Ranjan’s candidacy at General Elections dismissed

A Fundamental Rights petition filed challenging Ranjan Ramanayake from contesting the parliamentary election scheduled for November 14, was dismissed by the Supreme Court.