Bangladesh’s new Prime Minister seeks Lankan President’s assistance

The new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, has sought Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremeisnghe’s assistance to stabilise his country, sources close to President Wickremesinghe said today.

Bathiudeen’s ACMC to support Sajith

The All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) led by MP Rishad Bathiudeen has decided to back SJB leader Sajith Premadasa at the upcoming Presidential election.

Bandarigoda’s name gazetted as MP

The Election Commission has issued a Gazette Extraordinary declaring Bandula Lal Bandarigoda as a Member of Parliament for the Galle District.

Lawyer seeks Supreme Court intervention against President for delayed appointment of Acting IGP

A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a declaration that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has violated and infringed the Fundamental Rights of citizens by failing to appoint an Acting Inspector General of Police.

Athaullah pledges support to President

Parliamentarian A.L.M. Athaullah and the National Congress, which he leads, have pledged their support to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the upcoming Presidential election.

Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus condemns gang rape of 16-year-old girl

While condemning the gang-rape of a 16-year-old girl in Thanamalwila, the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus alleged that all responsible authorities of Sri Lanka have failed in their duties.

Party secretary, several others arrested for taking bribe from Janaka Ratnayake

Several officials including the secretary of the Eksath Lanka Podujana Pakshaya have been arrested while soliciting a bribe of Rs. 30 million from Presidential candidate former PUCSL Chairman Janaka Ratnayake.

Visits to Sigiriya suspended

Entry into Sigiriya was suspended this afternoon by the Central Cultural Fund (CCF) after 70 local and foreign tourists were stung by wasps.

Jetstar Asia announces low-fare flights to Colombo

Jetstar Asia announced today that it will become the only low-cost carrier to fly directly from Singapore to Colombo, Sri Lanka, with the new service starting on November 21, 2024.

Government proposes IMF to adjust Personal Income Tax slabs

The government has proposed to the IMF an adjustment in Personal Income Tax slabs from Rs. 500,000 to Rs. 720,000, aiming to provide relief to mid-level taxpayers affected by the recent tax reforms, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Thai court dismisses Prime Minister for violating constitution

A Thai court has dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin for appointing to his cabinet a former lawyer who was once jailed.

Ranil signs nomination papers for presidential election

President Ranil Wickremesinghe signed the nomination papers for the upcoming presidential election at his political office on Flower Road today.

Two illegally imported luxury vehicles surrendered to Bribery Commission

Two luxury vehicles, a Land Cruiser and a Pajero, which were illegally imported into the country, have been surrendered by their owners to the Intelligence Investigation Unit of the Bribery Commission.

Southern Expressway accident kills infant, injures 12

A 2-year-old child was killed, and 12 others were injured in an accident near Elpitiya on the Southern Expressway this morning.

Election Commission gears up for presidential nomination day

As the 2024 Presidential Election approaches, the Election Commission has announced detailed arrangements for the nomination process, scheduled for August 15, 2024.

Revival of People’s Alliance led by Anura Yapa announced

Around 25 MPs, Ministers and State Ministers announced the revival of the People’s Alliance (PA) under the leadership of MP Anura Priyadarshana Yapa.

Second Russian region declares state of emergency after Ukraine attack

A state of emergency has been declared in the Russian border region of Belgorod following attacks by Ukrainian forces.

Second school term ends on Friday

The second term of the 2024 school year for all government and government-approved private schools will begin on Friday (16), the Education Ministry said.

Namal Rajapaksa signs nomination papers

Namal Rajapaksa, the presidential candidate of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and Member of Parliament, has signed his nomination papers to contest in the upcoming Presidential Election.

Deadline for Presidential Election cash deposits ends; 40 candidates

The window for placing cash deposits for the upcoming presidential election closed today at 12 noon.

Polar bears kill worker at Arctic Radar Station

Two polar bears killed a worker at a remote Arctic radar station in Canada’s northern Nunavut territory, prompting an investigation into the rare fatal attack.

Janaka Ratnayake places deposit for Presidential election

The ‘Eksath Lanka Podujana Party’ candidate and former Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) chairman Janaka Ratnayake placed his deposit to contest the upcoming Presidential election.

Dates set for postal voting in Presidential Election

The schedule for postal voting in the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election has been announced by the Election Commission.

TM Dilshan appointed SJB Kalutara district organiser

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Tillakaratne Dilshan has announced his support for opposition leader Sajith Premadasa, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) candidate, in the upcoming Presidential Election.

Tax hike drives ’Kasippu’ consumption from 19% to 30%

Following the tax hike, illicit liquor consumption, specifically ’Kasippu,’ has surged significantly from 19% to 30%, Excise Department Commissioner General M.J. Gunasiri said.

Alarming rise in child abuse cases, NCPA data reveals

Child abuse cases have increased by 38 per cent with 4,380 complaints received during the first half of this year compared to 31,172 cases reported during the corresponding period of last year, according to the statistics from the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA).

New alliances, crossovers, strategic realignments on the cards

New alliances, crossovers and strategic realignments appear to be taking centre stage ahead of the nomination period of the Presidential Election.

Gazette issued on minimum daily wage for rubber, tea workers

The government issued a gazette notification announcing a minimum wage of Rs. 1,700 for workers in the rubber and tea industries.

Namal places deposit to contest 2024 presidential election

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam placed the deposit today on behalf of MP Namal Rajapaksa for the upcoming Presidential election.

Patali to support Sajith at Presidential election

United Republican Front (URF) leader MP Patali Champika Ranawaka will join the Samagi Jana Sandanaya in support of Presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa.