President condemns assassination attempt on Trump

President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed his shock and relief regarding the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, stating he is thankful that Trump is safe.

Thailand allows visa-free entry for Sri Lankans from tomorrow

Thailand will allow visa-free entry for travellers from 93 countries and territories, including Sri Lanka from tomorrow (July 15).

Trump injured in shooting at Pennsylvania rally

Former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear after a gunman opened fire towards the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday -- a harrowing incident that left one spectator dead, two others critically injured and sparked chaos at the event. (ABC News)

Trump injured in shooting at Pennsylvania rally

Former President Donald Trump was rushed offstage with blood on his ear and face after a shooting during his Saturday evening rally in Butler, Pennsylvania

Schedule for India’s tour of Sri Lanka revised

The schedule of Sri Lanka’s upcoming white-ball tour of Sri Lanka has been revised, and the start of the contest pushed back by a day to July 27, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Saturday.

New party office opened

Senior Adviser to the President on Climate Change and UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardena participated in the opening ceremony of the new party office of N.H Priyantha, the UNP Uruwala Zonal Coordinator at Waliweriya, Gampaha on July 13. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Vehicle carrying Dilan Perera to SJB rally meets with accident on E01

The vehicle carrying Parliamentarian Dilan Perera met with an accident on the Southern Expressway (E01) while heading to a Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) rally in Mathugama today.

Mahela and Namal Rajapaksa among invitees at Anant Ambani’s wedding

Former Sri Lankan cricket captain Mahela Jayawardene and MP Namal Rajapaksa are among the invitees of Anant Ambani’s wedding

At least 71 people dead in Israeli attack on southern Gaza strip

The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza says at least 71 Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli air strike on a designated humanitarian area, in an attack which Israel says targeted senior Hamas leaders.

Heavy showers, gusty winds expected across multiple areas

The Meteorology Department has forecast heavy showers exceeding 75 mm in several regions over the coming days.

GTI exam results released

The Examinations Department released the results of the General Information Technology (GIT) examination a short while ago.

Vehicles emitting excessive smoke to be blacklisted

The Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund (VET) of Motor Vehicles has announced that vehicles emitting excessive smoke will be blacklisted.

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.