Wasim Akram to conduct training program for national players

Former Pakistani legend Wasim Akram will conduct a two-day training program for national players, SLC High Performance Coaches, and the coaches of the major clubs, the Sri Lanka Cricket said.

SF makes early exit from SJB May Day rally

SJB Chairman Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka made an early exit from the party’s May Day Rally in Fort, a shortwhile ago.

Talatha, Rajitha missing in SJB May Day rally

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MPs Rajitha Senaratne and Tatha Athukorala were notable abesentees at party’s May Day Rally in Fort today.

SJB will lead a second Aragalaya if Presidential election is postponed

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will lead a second Aragalaya if this year’s Presidential election is postponed, SJB Former MP Mujibur Rahman said as the party’s May Day rally kicked off in Fort.

BJP invites SLPP, UNP to study its election campaign

As the Lok Shaba elections campaign heats up in India, the ruling Bharatiya Janatha Party (BJP) has invited representatives from Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and the United National Party (UNP) to gain awareness on the electoral process there, The Hindu newspaper reported.

Around 1,500 workers assigned to clean Colombo after May Day rallies

A total of 1,500 workers have been assigned for cleaning and garbage collection purposes in Colombo city after the May Day rallies, Colombo Municipal Council Solid Waste Management Division Director Engineering Eng. Shahina M. Mysan said.

Debate aside, let’s reassure Sinhalese: No self-determination for North, East

Apart from organizing a debate between Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake, let us publicly reassure the Sinhalese people, perhaps in a solemn ceremony, that they will not allow the Northern and Eastern regions to gain the right to self-determination, Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) Chairman Gemunu Wijerathne urged today.

SLFP selects Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as Presidential candidate

Former President Maithripala Sirisena said today that Justice Minister Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe will be the Presidential candidate representing the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP).

Strict security measures in place for May Day rallies

Police have deployed nearly 10,000 officers including Special Task Force (STF) personnel and intelligence officers across the country for security and traffic management during today’s May Day rallies and parades.

JKH warns public about WhatsApp groups falsely using their name for scams

John Keells Holdings PLC has issued a cautionary notice to the public regarding WhatsApp groups falsely claiming affiliation with the company and some of its subsidiaries.

Reduced diesel price not sufficient for bus fare revision: Gemunu

Following the price reduction of Lanka auto diesel from last night, Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) Chairman Gemunu Wijerathne said today that this fuel price revision is insufficient for a bus fare revision at this time.

Afghanistan announce T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Afghanistan named their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and the USA in June this year, with Rashid Khan set to lead the side.

Indo-Lanka passenger ferry service to resume on May 13

The passenger ferry service between India’s Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai (KKS) in Jaffna is scheduled to resume on May 13, Controller General of Immigration and Emigration I.S.H.J. Ilukpitiya said.

Daily wage for plantation workers increased

A gazette notification has been issued announcing the increase in the minimum daily wage of tea plantation workers to Rs. 1,700.

Weather today: Rain after 2 p.m in several areas

Thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central Provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 p.m, the Meterology Department said.

Cement price reduced by Rs. 50

Resulting from the fuel price revision from last night, the cement manufacturing companies have decided to reduce the retail price of a 50 kg bag of cement.

Sinopec also reduces fuel prices

In conjunction with the fuel price revision that took place last night by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), Sinopec Energy Lanka today announced its price revision with effect from today.

Rusty Sri Lanka subdue gritty India

Sri Lanka put up a brave effort in two weeks of training as a XV a side outfit to outclass India by 45 points (7 tries, 5 conversions) to 10 points (1 try, 1 conversion, 1 penalty) at the Racecourse ground in Colombo last night.

Big names miss out as Australia reveal squad for T20 World Cup

A host of big names have missed selection as Australia announced their 15-player group for next month’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Sajith surprises all, wants to play mediatory role in Indo-China conflict

In a surprising move, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa, in a meeting with a delegation of the Communist Party of China (CPC), has offered to play a mediatory role between two Asian giants implying India and China, the Daily Mirror learns.

Parties gear up for usual political showpieces

Political parties are gearing up for the usual political showpieces on May Day with no exception this year as well with more than 22 rallies being organized across the country today.

Over 1,100 HQIs, OICs permanently reside in their assigned divisions: Study

It has been revealed that out of the 5,308 Headquarters Police Inspectors (HQIs), Station Officer In-charges (OICs), and sectional OICs (Crimes, Administration, etc.), a total of 1,106 officers permanently reside within the police division where they are stationed, accounting for 7.2% of the total.

Tourism Minister to fix new visa system issues by May 7

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando has pledged to address technical issues of the new visa system by May 7. This comes amid concerns of potential losses of 230,000 tourist arrivals and US$ 425 million in tourism earnings for the year.

Colombo Consumer Price Index dips 0.8% in April despite festive demand

Colombo district prices have declined by 0.8 percent in April from a month ago. This was helped by the drop in both food and non-food prices in the month, in what appeared to be an idiosyncrasy as typically prices get a bump up during the festive month.

‘Serenade of the Seas’ makes maiden call at H’tota port

Cruise ship ‘Serenade of the Seas’ made her maiden call at the Hambantota International Port (HIP) this Monday (29).

Fuel prices reduced from tonight

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has reduced its fuel prices with effect from tonight.

Vehicle imports can ease before elections for political gain: Merinchige

Vehicle imports may be relaxed either before January next year or before the elections, potentially for political gain during the upcoming election period, Vehicle Importers Association of Lanka (VIAL) President Indika Sampath Merinchige said.

Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia ink MoU on investment promotion

Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote investments, Foreign Minister Ali Sabry said.

Over 2,400 new private companies incorporated in March 2024

A total of 2,440 new private limited companies have been incorporated between 1 to 31 March, according to the Department of the Registrar of Companies.

Kazakhstan edge Qatar in Racecourse thriller

Kazakhstan had a great start to the Asia Rugby Division 1 Championship opening encounter when they edged out a spirited Qatar outfit by 33 points (five tries and four conversions) to 31 points (one penalty try, three tries, three conversions and one penalty) in a thriller at the Racecourse Grounds in Colombo.