Everyone’s duty to ensure SL’s resurgence in the New Year; Prez

President Ranil Wickremeisnghe in his New Year message urged all citizens to be conscious of their duty of seeing the nation resurging from its crisis in the New Year. President said in his New Year message: “As we step into the ye

No government can deviate from current IMF path: Central Bank Governor

Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said yesterday any government could renegotiate the programme

Disastrous situation in North, thousands displaced

More than 25,300 people in the Northern Province have been affected by rain and floods. Assistant Director, of the District Disaster Management Centre said the people in Jaffna, Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu Districts were the worst affected. He

Cribs for sale

With Christmas round the corner, people were seen purchasing cribs in Wattala yesterday. Making cribs and erecting nativity scenes using handmade cribs is a usual practice in Sri Lanka during Christmas.

Lankadeepa’s ‘Siri’ felicitated

A felicitation ceremony named ‘Siri Asiri’ to honour veteran journalist Siri Ranasinghe, who has held the editorship of Lankadeepa for 33 consecutive years was held at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI) last evening.

Sri Lanka on high alert over Covid sub-variant in India

The JN.1 variant of COVID is considered to be the Omicron subvariant BA.2.86 or Pirola

Public security minister used shell companies to own London flats

Alles’ Brompton Properties Ltd. owns a flat in an affluent area of London that was purchased for about $960,000 in 2006

Gangaramaya ‘Podi Hamuduruwo’ celebrates 80th birth anniversary

A series of events were organised to mark the 80th birth anniversary of Dr. Galaboda Gnanissara Thera, also known as Podi Hamuduruwo, the Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple Colombo yesterday. Alms were offered to 100 monks to mark the occasion Dry rations were provided to 1,200 needy families in line with the event. Chief Incumbent Golden Pagoda Singapore Venerable Master Sri Shaso was also present. PIC BY Nimalsiri Edirisingha

8th South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable kicks off at BMICH

The 8th South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable discussion kicked off at the BMICH yesterday (12), under the auspices of Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple Venerable Galboda Gnanissara Thera and Venerable Master Yin Shun of China. The event attracting over 400 foreign dignitaries was also attended by former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa, Maithripala Sirisena and

Commemorating 10th anniversary of China’s BRI China extends BRI Buddhist diplomacy to Sri Lanka

Commemorating the 10th anniversary of China’s ambitious global development strategy, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Sri Lanka is set to host an international Buddhism roundtable, attracting over 400 delegates from 32 countries.

First day Commemoration Stamp and cover Issued on 100th Birth Anniversary of Prof. Stanley Wijesundera

Minister of Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardena presenting the first day commemoration stamp and cover issued in view of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Prof. Stanley Wijesundera to President Ranil

The 58th Colombo Scouts Camporee at the Viharamahadevi Park

The 58th Colombo Scouts Camporee got under way at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, with the participation of Colombo District Schools. The event will come to an end on December 11, 2023.

Jayasuriya tipped to be ‘Full Time Cricket Consultant’ for SLC

Jayasuriya had sought a monthly package of Rs.5 million for his service

Court orders to produce ‘Harak Kata’ before a Magistrate

The Court of Appeal today held that Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne alias ‘Harak Kata’ should be forthwith produced before a Magistrate if the CID is unable to produce fresh evidence to the Minister of Defence that he had committed any offence under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). The Court of

SL Delegates discuss Online Safety Bill with Singapore (AIC)

A delegation led by Public Security Ministry Secretary Viyani Gunathilaka had a lengthy consultation with Singapore based Tech Industry collective Asia Internet Coalition (AIC) on Sri Lanka’s Online

Sanath Nishantha’s request to lift travel ban rejected by court

A revision application filed by State Minister Sanath Nishantha challenging Chilaw High Court’s decision to reject a request made by him that the travel ban imposed on him be lifted was yesterday rejected by the Court of Appeal. Sanath Nishantha and his brother have been indicted in the High Court for allegedly assaulting former Arachchikattuwa Divisional Secretary, obstructing his official duties, using criminal force and being members of an u

Parliament to be prorogued next month?

​President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reported to be mulling prorogation of Parliament by the middle of January, next year. Once Parliament is prorogued, pending businesses before the House will lapse, and the new Parliament, once convened by the President, has to resume them afresh. The Speaker and the MPs will continue to function. The President can prorogue Parliament for a ma

Milinda Moragoda appointed Chairman of the Sanrakshana Sabhawa

Mahavihara Vanshika Sri Kalyani Samagri Maha Sangha Sabhawa which consists of nearly 700 temples, 3,000 monks, has appointed Milinda Moragoda as the Chairman of their Sanrakshana Sabhawa. The Most Ven

Extravagant spending:Bogollagama does it again

The Bogollagama’s travelled exclusively on business class both from Colombo to London to take up his position and then now from London Heathrow to Accra

Motion to be moved to suspend Diana and two SJB MPs today

The decision made by the privileges committee was criticized by opposition MPs including Rohana Bandara

Dengue sweeps across Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is seeing a massive spike in Dengue cases across the country with the Western Province recording over 35,000 cases which is the highest in terms of provinces. According to the Epidemiology Unit, the tally of dengue cases recorded for 2023 has surpassed the 76,000 mark. As of Novem

Robing Avukana statue creates controversy

Dressing the historic Avukana Buddha statue with a robe has created a controversy. Commenting on the issue Chief Incumbent of Avukana Rajamaha Vihara Ven. Shastrawelliye Dhammakitthi Thera refuted allegations on social media in this regard. Ven. Thera said the statue was dressed with a specially made robe in keeping with the traditional methods of Katina Pooja on the request of a reputed medical specialist in the country and his family He ac

President, Sagala will have to be held responsible if I am killed: Roshan

Says President accused me of insulting the judiciary

Another VAT fraud: coal imports under-invoiced, COPA orders probe

Rs.187Mn has been undercharged in this manner

Dominant Aussies crush India for sixth WC

At the pre-match press conference, Australian skipper Pat Cummins said there was nothing more satisfying than hearing a big crowd go silent. That is exactly what they did last night, stunning a partisan home crowd with a crushing six wicket win in the World Cup final here at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

ORAM International Dental Forum honours Dental Professionals

The ORAM INTERNATIONAL DENTAL FORUM AND AWARDS EVENING to felicitate and honour Dentists who completed Basic and intermediate implant courses, Surgical Courses and Laser Courses and also the people who were a part of the ORAM journey over a long period was held at Hotel Taj Samudra recently.

SC holds W.D.Lakshman, Cabraal, S.R. Atygalle, Kumarasinghe violated public trust

While holding the guilty persons’ liable and naming them, including one member of the Monetary Board, the Supreme Court in its recent judgment regarding two fundamental rights petitions filed over economic crisis, decided not to make any adverse decisions or orders against two Monetary Board members President’s Counsel Dr. Sanjeeva Jayawardena and Dr. Ranee Jayamaha.

This election budget is different -President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday unveiled a budget that could be deemed pragmatic, acknowledging the limited fiscal and political room for additional taxes, while simultaneously showcasing ambition through its revenue proposals and deficit targets to satisfy the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Contrary to expectations, the 2024 budget did not introduce new taxes or increase existing tax rates. Instead, the primary revenue propo

Doctors stage protest against former Health Minister

A group of doctors representing the GMOA, who were participating in a demonstration in front of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital yest

SL Parliament- Burning issues out, cricket in

Despite the country facing burning issues which hits the common man’s wallet, such as the heavy cost of living, a very concerning online safety bill which is yet to be passed, an upcoming budget and what it holds, taxes and much more, our 225 MPs decided it fit to dedicate an entire day to debate cricket yesterday and pass allegations on Sri Lanka Cricket. Following an entire day’s debate, at the end of the day no vote was taken as initially plan