Don’t make a mockery of judiciary: Wijeyadasa tells people and lawyers

Claiming that people continue to go to court at their whims and fancies to prevent the Presidential Election, Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe yesterday requested people and lawyers not to make a mockery of the judiciary.

Boossa Prison Superintendent threatened by underworld criminal

An Assistant Prison Superintendent at the Boossa High Security Prison has lodged a complaint with the police regarding threats from underworld criminal Heenatiyana Mahesh, who is allegedly operating from Dubai.

Satellite planned to be launched next year: Arthur C. Clarke Centre

The Arthur C. Clarke Centre announced that a satellite is planned for launch next year.

Sri Lanka donates more eye corneas to Pakistan military hospital

Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Admiral (Retired) Ravi Wijegunaratne, donated ten additional eye corneas to Brigadier (Dr.) Waquar, Director of the Pakistan Military Eye Hospital in Rawalpindi.

India tycoon’s son marries after months of festivities

After months of lavish celebrations, the wedding ceremony of the son of Asia’s richest man is finally underway in the Indian city of Mumbai.

Over 5,000 containers stuck due to Customs strike to be released this weekend

An urgent plan has been prepared to clear over 5,000 containers stuck due to the Customs strike and will be released by this weekend, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siambalapitiya said.

Decision on vehicle imports in second week of August

The final decision on lifting the ban on vehicle imports will be made by the second week of August, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siambalapitiya said.

45 Sri Lankan organised criminals still at large overseas

As many as 45 Sri Lankan criminals –red noticed by Interpol are stationed overseas - mostly in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) - and carry organised criminal activities in Sri Lanka, a top police source said.

Export Development Board launches matchmaking programme for women-led businesses

The Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with an international donor agency, has kicked off plans to implement a business matchmaking programme to help women-led businesses enter the UK market.

Rs 1.8Bn tax in arrears from liquor manufacturers, Champika lashes out

The Excise Department had failed to collect the total tax amount of Rs. 1.8 billion in arrears up to June 15, 2024, from last year from the relevant liquor manufacturers despite recommendations from the Committee on Ways and Means, Committee Chairman MP Patali Champika Ranawaka said.

IMF reiterates need for Sri Lanka to have an equitable tax system

As the public sector demands for higher pay, for which the government pointed out the need to improve the tax revenues, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) asserted the importance of Sri Lanka having an equitable tax system.

SL eyes export boost in cinnamon

As Sri Lanka strives towards economic recovery by reducing its reliance on imports, President Ranil Wickremesinghe called for seizing new export market opportunities, particularly in the cinnamon sector.

Assessment of agreed terms of debt restructuring still underway

Sri Lanka is optimistic about the long debt restructuring process closing by July. However, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said it is still assessing the terms agreed with the relevant parties.

Work from Home to be legalised: Labour Minister

Providing legal provision for work from home or ‘work from a remote location’ under the new labour law that is being drafted at the moment, Parliament was informed yesterday.

Three dead after passenger plane crashes near Moscow

A Sukhoi Superjet passenger plane crashed in the Moscow region on Friday and three crew members were presumed killed, the Russian emergencies ministry said.

Kavinda apologises for voting against Online Safety Bill

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Kavinda Jayawardana today said he is ashamed of having voted against the Online Safety Bill.

Saudi Arabia to host first Esports Olympics in 2025

Saudi Arabia will host the inaugural Esports Olympics in 2025 the International Olympic Committee said on Friday.

Inmates to get special open visit day

In line with the 119th Sri Lanka Prisons Day, the Department of Prisons will facilitate a special opportunity for inmates to receive visitors on July 16.

Opposition MPs call for timely presidential election

A significant number of MPs from the Opposition has requested the Election Commission to expedite the forthcoming Presidential election, citing concerns over potential attempts to delay the polls.

Keheliya Rambukwella further remanded

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested over the import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, was further remanded until July 25 by the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court.

A look back at James Anderson’s remarkable career with England in Tests

As England seamer James Anderson retires from international cricket, a throwback to his prolific Test career.

Karu Jayasuriya holds talks with railway officials

Karu Jayasuriya, Chairman of the National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ), played a pivotal role in facilitating the resolution of the recent railway station masters’ strike through constructive dialogue among key stakeholders, NMSJ said in a press release.

Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024 set to kick off in Dambulla

The Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024 is slated to commence on July 19 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium (RDICS) in Dambulla.

Parinda Ranasinghe appointed new Attorney General

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed K.A. Parinda Ranasinghe as Sri Lanka’s new Attorney General.

Speaker should make firm decision on Supreme Court stay order on CC: Wijeyadasa

The Speaker should make a firm decision whether or not the legislature should accept the stay order issued by the Supreme Court against the Constitutional Council, Minister of Justice Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe told Parliament today.

More than 60 people missing after two buses swept into river in Nepal

Two buses carrying more than 60 people were swept by a landslide into a rain-swollen river in Nepal, with three survivors rescued after swimming to safety.

UNESCO Director General to visit Sri Lanka

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Director-General Audrey Azoulay will visit Sri Lanka from July 16 to July 19 at the invitation of the Sri Lanka Government.

No legal or financial barriers as of now - EC

Amidst concerns raised by various parties about the Election Commission’s ability to conduct the impending Presidential election due to legal and financial obstacles, Election Commission chairman R.M.A.L. Rathnayake has emphasized that currently there are no such barriers.

Rugby fan-focused law changes confirmed

The largest reimagination of rugby’s entertainment value continues to progress with the World Rugby Council approving a package of law amendments that will come into effect from 1 July, 2024.

Sri Lanka has become like Chicago: Ven. Wanawasi Rahula Thera

Ven. Wanawasi Rahula Thera, founder of the National Namal Uyana, said Sri Lanka has now become like Chicago.