Sajith calls for end to confontational politics

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa today stressed the need for ending confrontational politics.

JVP has come to power with face of NPP: Wimal

The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), now in power as the National People’s Power (NPP), has evolved, and the distinction between the JVP and the NPP is clear, former MP Wimal Weerawansa said.

Geethanath Cassilingham requests Prez to close down unnecessary liquor shops in North

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) politburo member Geethanath Cassilingham requested President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in writing to review the licences issued for liquor shops in the Northern Province and potentially close down unnecessary liquor establishments to protect the well-being of our communities, especially the youth.

Gold prices to continue breaking records until mid-next year

Gold prices are expected to continue its record-breaking upward trajectory with forecasts projecting a new all-time high of US $ 2,750 per ounce by the end of 2024, according to a report by the Union Bank of Switzerland.

Abandoned vehicles: Former President had given them to his personal staff

The fleet of 107 vehicles that were returned to the Presidential Secretariat had not been given to the permanent staff of the Presidential Secretariat but to the former President’s personal staff appointed under Article 41 (1) of the Constitution, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

France’s Griezmann retires from internationals

The Atletico Madrid forward has 137 caps in national colours and has scored 44 goals for France. His biggest prize with the Les Blues came in 2018 when he lifted the World Cup in Russia.

At least 12 die, 10 missing as migrant boat sinks off Tunisia

At least 12 people died, including three infants, and 10 others were missing after their boat sank on Monday off the Tunisian coast at Djerba as they sought to cross the Mediterranean to Europe, an official and local rights group told Reuters.

Court orders voice analysis report in match-fixing case against Dambulla Thunders owner

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thilina Gamage today ordered the Police to file the voice recording analysis report of match-fixing suspect Thamim Rahman, before court on October 10.

Inaugural Cabinet meeting today

The inaugural meeting of the new Cabinet is to be held today under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Nepal flooding and landslides kill nearly 200 people

Days of heavy monsoon rains in Nepal have triggered widespread flooding and landslides across the Himalayan nation, killing almost 200 people and causing widespread destruction.

Facebook party raided, 18 underage students arrested

Ragama police raided a Facebook party last evening, arresting 18 underage students, officials confirmed.

SpaceX docks at ISS to collect stranded astronauts

A SpaceX capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) has docked.

Israeli strikes may have displaced million people - Lebanon PM

Israel’s continuing air strikes may have already forced as many as one million people from their homes across Lebanon, the country’s prime minister has said.

General Election: Prez releases Rs. 11 Bn

The general election is expected to be held on November 14 2024 while the final day of nominations will be October 4.2024

Expect heavy rainfall, thundershowers today: Met Dept.

The Meteorology Department has issued a warning for heavy showers exceeding 100 mm for several areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, and North-Western Provinces.

Former MPs ordered to return pistols issued to them immediately

Former parliamentarians have been ordered to return their pistols, which were issued to them for personal security, to the Ministry of Defence without delay, informed sources said yesterday.

Some Excise officers solicited Rs.20Mn to issue bar permits lately - Wasantha Samarasinghe

Some corrupt Excise officials have solicited up to Rs.20 million to issue certain bar permits recently, National People’s Power activist said yesterday.

NPP Govt. abandons plan to privatize SriLankan Airlines

The National People’s Power (NPP) government led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is to abandon initial plans by the previous rule to sell off or divest the cash strapped SriLankan Airlines, an official said.

Rice Mill owners divided on selling rice at a controlled price

Rice mill owners appear to be divided on selling rice at a controlled price with some agreeing to supply at a controlled price while others have refused saying it will result in them suffering losses.

Committee recommends awarding full marks for the three leaked questions

The committee, which consisted of educationists, educational psychologists, medical professionals, and statisticians has recommended awarding full marks for the three leaked questions to all students who sat for the 2024 grade five Scholarship examination as the most appropriate course of action.

Postal vote applications dates for General Elections announced

The Election Commission has announced that applications for postal voting at the upcoming General Elections will be accepted from October 1 to October 8.

Sri Lanka debutant Peiris spins New Zealand to innings defeat

Debutant off-spinner Nishan Peiris took six wickets Sunday to seal Sri Lanka’s first series win against New Zealand in 15 years with a crushing victory by an innings and 154 runs in the second Test in Galle.

Stamps exhibition...

An exhibition and fair featuring stamps, old coins, currency notes, and first day covers was organized by the Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association at the Colombo Public Library. Pix By Kithsiri De Mel

Mabole Malays celebrate Meelad-un-Nabi

MMA President T. Putra (Perry) Dane and Secretary Percy Assan handover the cash and fabric donations to the Maulawi of the Duwa Madrasa Mosque in Mahabage.

Probe underway over inmate’s death at Jaffna prison

Jaffna Police have reported the death of a 42-year-old inmate of the Jaffna prison, K. Pushpa, who died after being admitted to the Jaffna Hospital for emergency medical treatment.

Prices of variety of food items reduced: AICROA

The prices of a wide range of food items have been reduced due to the reduction of egg prices, the All Island Canteen and Restaurant Owners’ Association (AICROA) said.

Jayasuriya appointed as men’s cricket head coach for one year

Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka men’s cricket team for a one-year term by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).

G.C.E. Ordinary Level exam results released

The results of the 2023 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination have been published online. The Examinations Department said that the results were released at midnight on September 28.

Sri Lanka Women beat Bangladesh Women by 33 runs

Sri Lanka and Scotland registered victories on the opening day of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up games.

Rwanda congratulates President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

In a message conveyed to the Government of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, the Government of the Republic of Rwanda extended heartfelt congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as the 9th President of Sri Lanka.