SSP Manathunga appointed Director of Police Media, replacing DIG Thalduwa

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) K.B. Manathunga has been appointed as the new Director of the Police Media Division and Police Spokesman, replacing DIG Nihal Thalduwa.

US Assistant Secretary Donald Lu to visit SL on Dec 5

Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, will visit Sri Lanka on December 5.

First debate of 10th Parliament today

The first debate of the 10th Parliament will begin at 9.30 am today, where the MPs will speak on the policy statement presented to the House by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on November 21.

Women officers take charge of key Police Divisions

For the first time in Sri Lanka’s police history, several female officers have been appointed to senior positions in key divisions, including the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and the Special Investigation Unit.

Sri Lanka Navy seeks more joint operations with India to curb drug smuggling

Following the recent seizure of large quantities of narcotics in the Indian Ocean by the Indian Navy, the Sri Lanka Navy is looking to enhance collaborative deployments and operations with its Indian counterparts, especially in the high seas, to combat narcotics trafficking.

Lankan businessman nabbed with Rs. 5 million worth cosmetics

A Sri Lankan air passenger was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle in cosmetic items worth Rs. 5 million.

Russian Embassy responds to reports of Jaffna youths forced to fight against Ukraine

In response to reports that some young men from Jaffna were allegedly forced to fight in the war against Ukraine while attempting to travel to France and Belgium on visit visas, the Russian Embassy in Colombo said yesterday that it had not received any official information about the recruitment of Sri Lankan citizens by unscrupulous local travel agencies.

Police to use drones for monitoring traffic congestion in Colombo

Sri Lanka Police will begin using drone cameras to monitor traffic congestion in Colombo and its surrounding suburbs.

Coconut cream in place of coconuts to address shortage

Coconut cream which is now only an export product will be released to the local market to address the coconut shortage in the market, an official said.

CG Corp Global bets big on SL’s recovery and growth

Chaudhary Group (CG) Corp Global, a Nepal-based multinational conglomerate, reaffirmed its commitment to Sri Lanka yesterday, pledging to remain invested in the long term while identifying opportunities to expand further.

SL will soon need to cut down number of state sector employees: Senior presidential advisor

Sri Lanka will not be able to afford a large public sector in the near future and will soon need to start reducing the number of state employees, a senior advisor to the president said yesterday.

Sri Lanka ranked 4th best country for long vacations in global study

Sri Lanka has been ranked among the top five destinations in the world for long vacations in a study conducted by Ubuy India, a global e-commerce platform.

Construction sector still uncertain about much-awaited tax concessions

Sri Lanka’s construction industry said it is still uncertain about receiving its much-awaited tax concessions, as the industry stakeholders opine that the government’s requirement to meet the International Monetary Fund (IMF)-driven fiscal targets in its budget next year may leave little room for relief.

Harini going to supermarket, Prez walking to work: time to stop grandstanding: opposition MP

Referring to the recent actions of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya which has gained much publicity, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Nalin Bandara Jayamaha yesterday said both should stop grandstanding

Dilruwan steps down from NSC to become U-19 Spin Coach

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) are yet to appoint a replacement for Dilruwan Perera, who stepped down from his role as a member of the National Selection Committee (NSC) last week.

Govt. decides not to re-conduct Grade 5 Scholarship Exam: AG tells SC

The Attorney General’s Department today informed the Supreme Court that the Cabinet of Ministers has recommended not to re-conduct the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, taking into consideration the mental stress students would undergo and the adverse effects it would have on the scheduled examination calendar.

EC issues ultimatum to candidates over expense reports

The Election Commission has announced that all candidates must submit their income and expenditure reports by December 6, with the deadline set at midnight.

GCE (O/L) exams 2024 (2025) registration deadline extended

The Examinations Department has extended the deadline for online registration for the 2024 (2025) GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) examinations for both government schools and private candidates.

Three dead and dozens sick after eating sea turtle stew

Three people have died and at least 32 were hospitalised in the Philippines after eating an endangered sea turtle cooked in stew.

Candidates must submit expense reports before Dec. 6 – EC

The Election Commission has announced that all candidates must submit their income and expenditure reports by December 6, with the deadline set at midnight.

Coconut dropped by monkey kills man

A man who received serious internal injuries when a young coconut dropped by a monkey fell on his head died after admission to the intensive care unit of the Kegalle General Hospital.

Cricket legend Sangakkara speaks about rise of unregulated franchise leagues

Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara has voiced concerns about increasing corruption in cricket, driven by the rise of unregulated franchise leagues.

Vehicle importer opens registrations ahead of import ban lift

Since the government has approved the resumption of vehicle imports, a leading vehicle importer has started registering individuals interested in purchasing new vehicles once the restriction on private vehicle imports is lifted.

World Test Championship - State of Play ahead of 2025 final

South Africa and England’s comprehensive wins over Sri Lanka and New Zealand respectively have strong bearings on the ICC World Test Championship 2025 equations.

Two injured, 4 arrested during Education Ministry protest

Two Development Officers attached to the teachers’ service were injured and four others were arrested during a protest in front of the Education Ministry, police said.

Protest by Development Officers causes traffic congestion on Kottawa-Borella road

A severe traffic congestion was reported on the Kottawa-Borella road in front of the Education Ministry due to a protest by Development Officers attached to the teaching service.

SJB Parliamentary group to meet today to decide on Chief Opposition Whip: MP

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentary group is to meet at 5 pm today where it will select the Chief Opposition Whip and those who will participate in the debate on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s policy statement, which will be held in Parliament tomorrow.

Lohan, his wife further remanded

Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte and his wife Shashi Prabha Ratwatte were further remanded till December 6 over the case involving an unregistered luxury vehicle.

Air Quality Index improving: CEA

The Air Quality Index which was between 100 to 180 during the last few days has reduced to 100 and 110 by yesterday, the Central Environment Authority (CEA) said.

New Chief Justice sworn in

Supreme Court Justice Murdu Nirupa Bidushinie Fernando was officially sworn in as the Chief Justice of Sri Lanka before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (02) at the Presidential Secretariat.