Sri Lankan national fined $27,000 for illegal fishing in Seychelles

The Supreme Court of Seychelles has fined a Sri Lankan national SCR400,000 ($27,000) for fishing in the island nation’s territorial waters without a foreign fishing vessel licence.

Severe thundershowers expected in multiple areas

The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for severe thundershowers, accompanied by intense lightning, expected to affect several regions including the Northern and Eastern provinces, as well as Polonnaruwa and Badulla districts.

Bangladesh PM Hasina quits and flees as protesters storm palace

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reportedly resigned and left the capital Dhaka amid violent protests demanding her resignation, a source close to the embattled leader told the news agency AFP.

Former England batter Thorpe dies aged 55

Former England and Surrey batter Graham Thorpe has died aged 55, the England and Wales Cricket Board has announced.

Cash deposit placed for Sarath Fonseka

Chairman of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka has made cash deposit today, signaling his intention to run as an independent candidate.

Chamari among ICC player of the month for July

Three openers are on the shortlist for ICC Women’s Player of the Month for July 2024.

Sri Lanka Embassy in Riyadh launches ’Talk to Your Ambassador’ Community Outreach

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Riyadh has launched a Community Outreach Forum titled “Talk to Your Ambassador” to reach out to the Sri Lankan expatriate community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a view to facilitating direct communication with the Ambassador of Sri Lanka in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Nearly 60 incidents of pre-election violations reported so far: PAFFREL

Nearly 60 complaints related to violations of election laws have been reported during the run-up to the Presidential election, PAFFREL’s Executive Director, Rohana Hettiarachchi said.

Nothing was impossible for late Venerable Chief Incumbent of Gangaramaya: President

Nothing was impossible for the Chief Incumbent of Gangaramaya Temple Venerable Galboda Gnanissara Thera as he was able to accomplish many things which was perceived to be impossible, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday whilst paying a glowing tribute to the late Prelate.

Postal voting applications close today

The Election Commission has issued a final reminder that the deadline for submitting postal voting applications is today, August 5.

New Miss USA crowned, capping tumultuous year of pageant controversy

Michigan’s Alma Cooper, a US Army officer, was named Miss USA on Sunday, becoming the third person to hold the title this year following the shock resignation of 2023’s winner.

Kandy Esala perahara festival begins today

The Kandy Esala perahara festival will commence today, with the auspicious ‘Kap’ planting ceremony at the four main Devalayas.

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Hashan Tillakaratne joins SJB

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Hashan Tillakaratne has obtained membership in the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party and pledged support to opposition leader Sajith Premadasa for this year’s presidential election, party sources said.

Election Commission refutes reports on voting at any polling station

The Election Commission categorically refuted media reports suggesting that voters will be able to cast their votes at any polling station at the upcoming Presidential election.

Lyles wins sensational 100m gold by 0.005 seconds

US sprint star Noah Lyles won the Olympic 100m title by five-thousandths of a second from Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson in a dramatic photo finish at Paris 2024.

Bandula says he never accused RW of bond scam

Minister of Transport, Highways, and Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardena reiterated that he had never accused President Ranil Wickremesinghe of the Central Bank bond scam, for which the individuals appointed by him were responsible.

HRCSL urges police to ensure impartiality during election period

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) stressed the importance of the responsibility of the Sri Lanka Police and the State officials to provide equal protection of the law devoid of any form of bias or discrimination as prescribed in Article 12 of the Constitution of Sri Lanka.

Ballot paper price increases fourfold, more candidates cost taxpayers dearly

The cost of security paper used for ballot paper printing has increased fourfold compared to 2019 when the last Presidential Election was conducted and therefore it is economically beneficial for the country to have a minimum number of candidates in the fray, two sources said.

Key batter ruled out as England name squad for Sri Lanka Tests

Regular opener Zak Crawley will miss the series due to a fractured right little finger sustained in the third Test of the recently concluded series against the West Indies, which the hosts won 3-0.

Vandersay and Asalanka star as Sri Lanka clinch 32-run win, lead series 1-0

Career-best bowling figures from spin bowler Jeffrey Vandersay and skipper Charith Asalanka’s brilliance with the ball led Sri Lanka to a 32-run victory over India in the second ODI. The win gives Sri Lanka a 1-0 lead in the 3-match series at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday.

Djokovic beats Alcaraz to win long-awaited Olympic gold

Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz in thrilling fashion to secure a long-awaited Olympic title and complete the career ’Golden Slam’.

Bangladesh imposes indefinite curfew

The government of Bangladesh declared an indefinite nationwide curfew starting at 6 p.m. (1200 GMT) on Sunday, the first time it has taken such a step during the current protests that began last month.

Intelligence services warn government on NPP’s tri-forces forum, overseas Sri Lankans a threat: Anura Kumara

The state intelligence services have warned the government in its recent report that overseas Sri Lankans and the Retired Tri-Forces Forum of the National People’s Power (NPP) have been the influential factors in the NPP’s victory, NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Dilith Jayaweera named ’Sarvajana Balaya’ Presidential candidate

Mawbima Janatha Pakshaya leader Dilith Jayaweera has been named the Presidential candidate of the ’Sarvajana Balaya’ alliance.

HRCSL to accept complaints on election law violations

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka announced that it will accept complaints regarding violations of election laws by police and other government officials ahead of the Presidential election.

India seeks duty concession on cars, commercial vehicles, machinery in FTA with Sri Lanka

India is seeking customs duty concession on a number of goods including cars, commercial vehicles and machinery from Sri Lanka under a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA), talks for which are underway, an official said.

Rohitha to support Ranil in Presidential election

SLPP Kalutara District MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena has announced that he will support President Ranil Wickremesinghe in the upcoming presidential election.

Sri Lankans including singers arrested in Kuwait, released

The Sri Lankans, including the singers who were arrested in Kuwait, have been released.

US urges citizens to leave Lebanon on ’any available ticket’

The US embassy in Beirut has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon on “any ticket available”, amid soaring tensions in the Middle East.

Alfred storms to Olympic 100m gold in Paris

Julien Alfred stormed to the women’s 100m title at Paris 2024 to make history as St Lucia’s first Olympic medallist.