School teacher lands in hot soup over marked ballot paper on social media

The Election Commission has lodged a complaint against a teacher in Mullaitivu for circulating a marked picture of a ballot paper on Facebook, an official said.

“I am not in any secret deal with Ranil” – AKD

National People’s Power (NPP) presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake scotched speculation that he is having a secret deal with President Ranil Wickremesinghe who is contesting the election as an independent candidate.

Sri Lanka braces for possible monkeypox threat

In the wake of India recording a suspected case of mpox, the local health authorities continue to ramp up its vigilance.

JVP printed MR’s final poster in 2005 on credit, Basil yet to settle it: AKD

Claiming that former President Mahinda Rajapaksa did not have money even to print his final poster in 2005 election, NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) had printed his final poster on credit and questioned how they have amassed massive wealth now.

Pujith completes Rs.75Mn compensation payment to Easter Sunday attack victims

In compliance with the Supreme Court’s judgement former IGP Pujith Jayasundara has paid the remaining balance of compensation owed to the victims of the Easter Sunday attacks.

Election Commission orders removal of campaign stickers on vehicles

The Election Commission has issued a directive for the immediate removal of election campaign stickers displayed on vehicles.

Nissanka’s ton guides Sri Lanka to first win in England after 10 years

A fine century by Pathum Nissanka and an inspired effort by Sri Lankan bowlers in the second innings helped Sri Lanka secure an eight-wicket win against England in the third Test at The Oval on Monday.

Schools close on Friday for election; reopen on Monday

The Education Ministry today announced the closure of all schools on Friday (20) as requested by the Election Commission. The schools will reopen on Monday (23).

Seven injured in reckless lighting of crackers at SJB rally in Kandy

At least seven individuals including five police officers were injured following the reckless lighting of firecrackers during a propaganda rally of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) in front of the Kandy central market this afternoon.

Geetha Kumarasinghe joins Sajith at Kandy rally

Women and Child Affairs State Minister Geetha Kumarasinghe today joined the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) at the rally held in Kandy.

President wants Sri Lankan productions on Netflix

President Ranil Wickremesinghe urged the country’s youth to produce entertainment content that could feature on international streaming services such as Netflix.

Expatriate workers returning for Presidential election facing difficulties due to visa, passport cirisis: NPP

Sri Lankan expatriate workers who are planning to come to Sri Lanka to vote at the upcoming Presidential election are facing difficutlies due to the current visa and passort crisis in the country, NPP MP Vijitha Herath said today.

India records first suspected mpox case, male patient in isolation

India’s health ministry says it has recorded a suspected case of mpox found in a man who recently travelled from a country suffering an outbreak of the virus.

Nominations open for Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha elections

Nominations for the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election will be accepted starting today (09), according to Election Commissioner General Saman Sri Ratnayake.

Presidential candidates summoned to Election Commission

The Election Commission has scheduled a discussion today (09) with the presidential candidates and their representatives.

Investigation launched over wedding pre-shoot in Sri Dalada Maligawa

Kandy police have launched an investigation into a pre-wedding photoshoot involving actor Devnaka Porage and musical artist Hashini Wedanda at the Sri Dalada Maligawa.

Former Minister’s daughter arrested in Akuressa for possession of ammunition

A 44-year-old woman, the daughter of late Provincial Minister P.B. Dissanayake, was arrested in Galenbindunuwewa, Akuressa, after 28 rounds of live ammunition were discovered at her residence.

Ferry service between Nagapattinam and Sri Lanka increased

The passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu and Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka will add an extra weekly sailing.

AKD proposes contributory pension scheme for private sector employees

The National People’s Power (NPP) has proposed to introduce a contributory pension scheme for private sector employees in a move to ensure a dignified and happy retired life, NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday.

EC issues guidelines on door-to-door election campaigning

The Election Commission (EC) has issued guidelines on door-to-door election canvassing for the upcoming Presidential election.

Elon Musk on track to be the first trillionaire by 2027

Elon Musk is on track to become the world’s first trillionaire by 2027, according to a new global wealth report.

Namal pledges to transform Jaffna into a technology and business hub

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Presidential candidate Namal Rajapaksa has pledged to transform the Jaffna Peninsula into a thriving technology and business hub, positioning it as Sri Lanka’s version of Silicon Valley.

Forty-eight killed in Nigeria fuel tanker crash

At least 48 people have been killed in the central Nigerian state of Niger after a fuel tanker collided with a lorry carrying passengers and cattle, the country’s disaster agency said.

Showers enhance from today

The prevailing showery condition over the south-western parts of the country is expected to enhance to some extent during the next few days from today (9).

Joe Biden took 532 days off during his presidency, claims republican report

US President Joe Biden has reportedly spent approximately 40 percent of his presidency away from the White House, according to a report from RNC Research, a Republican platform on Sunday. The report alleges that Biden has taken 532 vacation days during his less than four years in office.

New virus discovered in China that can affect brain

A new virus, dubbed wetland virus (WELV), has been discovered in China that can spread to humans through tick bites, causing neurological disease in some cases, according to media reports.

Namal’s Economic policies - The good, the bad, the ugly

Namal Rajapakse’s (NR) English manifesto, spanning 11,809 words, appears to have been hastily prepared. It is poorly conceived, riddled with inconsistencies, lacking in specifics and heavily relies on invoking the legacy of his father, Mahinda Rajapakse (MR).

Visa issues jeopardise Sri Lanka’s tourism: Industry cautions

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is at risk of a winter season collapse due to delays in reactivating the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, stakeholders warned this week.

JAAF calls for urgent action on business visa issue

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) joined the bandwagon in urging the government to immediately resolve the ongoing challenges related to the issuance of short term business visas, which have been halted since August 2.

Central Bank relaxes mandatory export conversion period

The Central Bank has relaxed the mandatory export conversion period in the latest exports proceeds conversion rule which came into effect from 4 November.