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.

Sri Lanka scent series victory as New Zealand 199-5 after follow-on

Sri Lanka were just five wickets away from a crushing second Test and series victory over New Zealand on Saturday with the tourists 199-5 at stumps on third day, having followed on after collapsing to 88 all out in their first innings.

Water released in Polgolla

The water from the Polgolla diversion dam in Kandy was released this morning to facilitate essential maintenance work. Technicians were observed inspecting the spill gates. As a result of the water release, the water supply to several areas in Kandy was suspended for 65 hours starting at 1 a.m. today.

Functions, institutions under ministries gazetted

The Gazette Extraordinary detailing the division of institutions and responsibilities under the new Ministries has been published, the President’s Media Division said.

President visits ’’Colombo International Book Fair’’

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the ’’Colombo International Book Fair’’ today at the Bandaranaike International Conference Hall (BMICH).

Anura Meddegoda PC appointed as BASL President

The Bar Council of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has appointed Anura Maddegoda, PC, as the BASL President and Razik Zarook, PC as the Deputy President, the BASL Secretary said.

Sri Lanka enforce third biggest follow-on in Test cricket history as New Zealand get shot out for 88

Sri Lankan bowlers were all over New Zealand like a rash on the third day of the second Test in Galle as the visitors skittled out for 88. Sri Lanka amassed a massive score of 602 runs in the first innings riding on tons from Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis.

All taxpayers urged to settle 2023/2024 income tax payments by September 30

The Inland Revenue Department has urged all taxpayers to ensure that their final income tax payments for the 2023/2024 Year of Assessment are made by September 30, 2024.

Planned cuts to former presidents’ perks face legal hurdles

The government has initiated action to review the benefits of former Presidents to be pruned according to a criterion since some curtailments require legal amendments to be enacted by the next Parliament, a top source said.

At least 43 dead as Helene pummels southeast US

At least 43 people have died and millions left without power on Friday as Hurricane Helene roared through the south-eastern US.

Former MP Kumara Welgama passes away

Former Kalutara districtMP and Minister Kumara Welgama passed away at the age of 74.

Govt. to conduct probe into e-visa fraud: Vijitha Herath

The government is to launch a probe into the controversial ’’e-visa’’ fraud, in outsourcing visa processing to a foreign company.

Free Media Movement urges President to abolish repressive laws

The Free Media Movement (FMM) called upon newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to abolish repressive laws in a bid to prioritise the protection of fundamental rights and strengthen democracy.

Schoolboy Zumri in National Sevens outfit

Crack Isipathana College centre three quarter Shahid Zumri has been named in the national outfit for the Asia Rugby Emirates Trophy Sevens Tournament, which will take place at the Dasharath Rangasala Stadium in Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu, Nepal.

Congolese President extends congratulations to President Anura Dissanayake

President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has sent a heartfelt message of congratulations to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his recent electoral success.

Former rugby star Rizwie Suhayb no more

Former S. Thomas’ College, CR and FC and Kandy SC centre three quarter, Rizwie Suhayb passed away after a brief illness.

Record-breaking Kamindu puts Sri Lanka in charge

Sri Lanka continued their domination on day two with two more centuries from Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis, which helped the home side to make a massive 602 for five in the second Test against New Zealand at the Galle Stadium.

Harry Potter star Dame Maggie Smith dies

Actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89, her family has said.

Reopened...

Motorists are seen using Sir Baron Jayathilake Mawatha and Janadhipathi Mawatha near the President’s House, which were reopened to the public after years of closure.

Sri Lanka braces for heavy showers in coming days

Sri Lanka is set to experience intensified showery conditions over the next few days, beginning today (27), due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance near the island.

Sri Lanka to host West Indies for white-ball bilaterals in October

West Indies will play a three-match T20I series followed by a three-game ODI series.

Trump says he will meet Zelensky despite campaign criticism

Donald Trump has agreed to a last-minute meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky despite repeatedly criticising him on the US campaign trail.

Senior DIG Priyantha Weerasooriya appointed as acting IGP

Senior Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Priyantha Weerasooriya has been appointed as the Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect.

KOICA offers loan assistance for projects tackling corruption in SL

The Korean government has affirmed its commitment to fully support the transparency agenda of the current government, offering loan assistance for projects aimed at preventing fraud and corruption in Sri Lanka.

Police officers assigned to former MPs recalled

All police security personnel assigned to former Parliamentarians and Ministers have been recalled, police said.

Easter Sunday attacks: Nilantha Jayawardena charged with contempt of court

The Supreme Court today initiated contempt of court proceedings against former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Director Nilantha Jayawardena for failing to pay the full compensation owed to the victims of the Easter Sunday bomb attacks.

Kamindu Mendis equals Don Bradman’s record

Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis continued his record-breaking Test streak, smashing his fifth hundred in only his 13th innings from debut during the second Test against New Zealand in Galle on Friday.

Earth’s second moon visible from Sunday

Astroid 2024 PT5, which the scientists call the second moon of the Earth, is to become visible from Sunday (29).

Stop state violence against Bangladeshi minorities

The CHT Buddhist Monk Association Sri Lankan Branch staged a protest today in front of the United Nations (UN) head office in Colombo urging to stop state violence against minorities in the Chittagoon hill tracts in Bangladesh. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Director General of Information Department resigns

Director General of the Government Information Department Dinith Chinthaka Karunaratne has resigned from his position.