Fitch affirms Sri Lanka at ’Restricted Default’

Fitch Ratings announced today it has affirmed Sr Lanka’s LongTerm Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ’RD’ (Restricted Default) and Long-Term Local-Currency IDR at ’CCC-’.

Herath pledges swift measures to restore public confidence on Police

New Public Security Minister Vijitha Herath said that he hopes to implement swift measures to maintain law and order and to ensure the police operate independently without political interferences.

Maintain peace before, after general elections: PAFFREL

The People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) today urged the public to maintain peace both before and after the general elections, just as they did during the Presidential election.

UNP, SJB Talks ongoing despite obstacles

Despite SJB leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday saying that his party will not enter into an alliance with the UNP to contest the General Election, Daily Mirror learns that the talks are still ongoing to make a final decision.

China says ready to play constructive role in Sri Lanka’s steady economic

China has expressed its readiness to play a constructive role in Sri Lanka’s steady economic and social development, adhering to non-interference principles in the country’s internal affairs and respecting its sovereignty.

President holds special discussion with CB governor

A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Central Bank (CB) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe was held yesterday (24) at the Presidential Secretariat, the Government Information Department announced.

Continued growth expected following peaceful election: Sri Lanka Tourism

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is anticipating continued growth following the recent presidential election, widely regarded as one of the most peaceful in the nation’s history, Sri Lanka Tourism said.

General election on November 14

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has issued a Gazette Extraordinary dissolving Parliament tonight.

Parliament dissolved

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake dissolved Parliament today through a gazette notification issued by him.

President signs gazette to dissolve Parliament

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake signed the Extraordinary Gazette dissolving Parliament and has been sent to the Government Printer, the PMD said.

Kenyan Prime Minister and Foreign Minister congratulate new Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath

Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, has warmly congratulated Minister for Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath.

Sri Lanka add uncapped spinner for second Test

Off-spinner Nishan Peiris has been added to the Sri Lanka Squad ahead of the second Test against New Zealand as fast bowler Vishwa Fernando has withdrawn due to a hamstring injury.

New Director General appointed to President’s Media Division

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Dr. Najith Indika as the new Director General of the President’s Media Division (PMD).

Parliament to be dissolved tonight; President to address the nation

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will dissolve Parliament tonight, informed sources said.

New Secretaries appointed for 15 ministries

New Secretaries have been appointed for 15 ministries, including key roles such as the Secretary to the Prime Minister and the Cabinet Secretary, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD).

New Cabinet appointed

A three-member Cabinet has been appointed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

SLPP will support if NPP abolishes Executive Presidency, changes electoral system: Namal

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) will offer its full support, if the National People’s Power (NPP) moves to abolish the Executive Presidency and change the electoral system, SLPP National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa said.

Nearly 500 killed as Israel pounds 1,600 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Israel struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon and the Iran-backed group attacked military facilities in northern Israel on Tuesday, increasing fears of a full-blown conflict after Lebanon suffered its deadliest day in decades.

Vijitha Herath appears before High Court

National People’s Power (NPP) Parliamentarian Vijitha Herath appeared before the Colombo High Court today as a prosecution witness in a case filed against former Development Lotteries Board (DLB) Chairman Dr. Chandrawansa Pathiraja.

Ready for General election: SLPP

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) said today that they are ready for the next general election.

All-female panel of match officials announced for Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

A total of 13 match officials have been selected for the panel at the upcoming ninth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024.

35 Presidential candidates to lose security deposits

The Election Commission has announced that the security deposits of 35 presidential candidates will be forfeited.

Parents suspected of aiding and abetting rape

A police officer and his wife are suspected of aiding and abetting the rape of their 15-year-old daughter, the court was told.

Harini Amarasuriya sworn in as Prime Minister

National People’s Power (NPP) MP Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, making her the 16th person to hold the position.

SJB decides not to align with UNP

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party seniors have decided not to team up with the UNP for the general elections and to field its leader Sajith Premadasa as its Prime Ministerial candidate at the general elections, a party spokesman said.

New Cabinet to be sworn in today: Vijitha Herath

A new Cabinet of Ministers will be sworn in today, National People’s Power (NPP) MP Vijitha Herath said.

Ranil won’t contest elections again: UNP

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe will not contest future general elections but will focus on guiding the party, the UNP said today.

Man sentenced to 22 years imprisonment for rape of elderly woman

An person who stood accused of the rape of a 69-year-old elderly woman was found guilty under two counts and sentenced to seven and 15 years of rigorous imprisonment under each count by Galle High Court Judge Kavindya Nanayakkara.

Church of Ceylon congratulates Anura Kumara Dissanayake

The Church of Ceylon extended its congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who was elected by the people as the next President of Sri Lanka.

Discussions on General Election underway

Discussions about holding the next General Election have begun, with the Election Commission getting ready to organise the polls once the Parliament is dissolved.