New Secretaries appointed for 15 ministries

New Secretaries have been appointed for 15 ministries, including key roles such as the Secretary to the Prime Minister and the Cabinet Secretary, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD).

New Cabinet appointed

A three-member Cabinet has been appointed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

SLPP will support if NPP abolishes Executive Presidency, changes electoral system: Namal

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) will offer its full support, if the National People’s Power (NPP) moves to abolish the Executive Presidency and change the electoral system, SLPP National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa said.

Nearly 500 killed as Israel pounds 1,600 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Israel struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon and the Iran-backed group attacked military facilities in northern Israel on Tuesday, increasing fears of a full-blown conflict after Lebanon suffered its deadliest day in decades.

Vijitha Herath appears before High Court

National People’s Power (NPP) Parliamentarian Vijitha Herath appeared before the Colombo High Court today as a prosecution witness in a case filed against former Development Lotteries Board (DLB) Chairman Dr. Chandrawansa Pathiraja.

Ready for General election: SLPP

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) said today that they are ready for the next general election.

All-female panel of match officials announced for Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

A total of 13 match officials have been selected for the panel at the upcoming ninth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024.

35 Presidential candidates to lose security deposits

The Election Commission has announced that the security deposits of 35 presidential candidates will be forfeited.

Parents suspected of aiding and abetting rape

A police officer and his wife are suspected of aiding and abetting the rape of their 15-year-old daughter, the court was told.

Harini Amarasuriya sworn in as Prime Minister

National People’s Power (NPP) MP Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, making her the 16th person to hold the position.

SJB decides not to align with UNP

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party seniors have decided not to team up with the UNP for the general elections and to field its leader Sajith Premadasa as its Prime Ministerial candidate at the general elections, a party spokesman said.

New Cabinet to be sworn in today: Vijitha Herath

A new Cabinet of Ministers will be sworn in today, National People’s Power (NPP) MP Vijitha Herath said.

Ranil won’t contest elections again: UNP

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe will not contest future general elections but will focus on guiding the party, the UNP said today.

Man sentenced to 22 years imprisonment for rape of elderly woman

An person who stood accused of the rape of a 69-year-old elderly woman was found guilty under two counts and sentenced to seven and 15 years of rigorous imprisonment under each count by Galle High Court Judge Kavindya Nanayakkara.

Church of Ceylon congratulates Anura Kumara Dissanayake

The Church of Ceylon extended its congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who was elected by the people as the next President of Sri Lanka.

Discussions on General Election underway

Discussions about holding the next General Election have begun, with the Election Commission getting ready to organise the polls once the Parliament is dissolved.

Sri Lanka Presidential Poll 2024 credible and transparent: Commonwealth Observers

Stating their view on Sri Lanka Presidential Election 2024 was credible and transparent, the Commonwealth Group of Observers said more needs to be done in building knowledge and understanding of the preferential voting system as this was tested for the first time since 1982.

Gotabaya lands in Kathmandu

Former President of Sri Lanka Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrived in Kathmandu via Thimpu, Bhutan’s capital yesterday.

New President assures fresh probe into Easter Sunday attacks

New President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has assured that he will do his utmost to uncover the truth on the Easter Sunday bomb attacks through a fresh probe.

IMF to work with Sri Lanka’s new President on $3 Billion loan

The International Monetary Fund said it’s looking forward to working with Sri Lanka’s newly elected president Anura Kumara Dissanayake on the latest review of the country’s $3 billion bailout package.

Fresh initiatives mulled for SJB-UNP unity

In the wake of electoral defeat at the presidential election, fresh initiatives are now underway to patch up Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) under a new alliance in view of the General Election to be conducted within the next couple of months, a party official said.

Six Governors resign

An Extraordinary Gazette (2403/05) notification has been issued, announcing the resignation of six Provincial Governors from office, effective September 22.

Hottest US city Phoenix smashes heat streak record

The desert city of Phoenix, Arizona, suffered a record 113 straight days with temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) this year, leading to hundreds of heat-related deaths and more acres burned by wildfire across the state, officials said.

Parliament to be dissolved tonight

Parliament will be dissolved tonight and a Parliamentary Election will be held by December, the Daily Mirror exclusively learns.

Death toll rises to 492, over 1,500 wounded

At least 492 people have been killed in intense and wide-ranging Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon, the country’s health ministry says, in the deadliest day of conflict there in almost 20 years.

Colombo bourse signals favourable response to new administration

The Colombo bourse yesterday closed in green in continuing with the bullish sentiment, signalling a favourable response to the new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who was sworn in yesterday.

Apparel sector earnings cross US $ 3bn

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector earnings crossed the US $ 3 billion mark with it having recorded a double-digit growth in August.

Kavan Ratnayaka resigns as BOC Chairman

State-owned Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday saw its Chairman Kavan Ratnayaka stepping down from his position.

CCC lists 10 key economic priorities for President Dissanayake

As the newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake takes over responsibilities, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) affirmed its commitment in working together with all the stakeholders in developing prudent growth strategies that will provide desirable results to the people.

Exporters urge new president to create a more business-friendly environment

Sri Lanka’s export fraternity yesterday urged President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to streamline the procedures and create a more business-friendly environment that empowers entrepreneurs and exporters to drive the economy forward.