Breast cancer death rate in Sri Lanka rises compared to other countries

The percentage of breast cancer deaths in Sri Lanka has risen when compared to other countries, National Cancer Control Programme community health specialist Dr. Hasareli Fernando said.

Dilum Amunugama joins Mawbima Janatha Party

Former Parliamentarian and Minister Dilum Amunugama has joined the Mawbima Janatha Party (MJP).

Nawalapitiya SJB organiser arrested over assault on NPP supporter

Nawalapitiya Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) organiser Sasanga Sampath Sanjeewa was arrested for allegedly assaulting a National People’s Power (NPP) supporter on September 21.

Bathiudeen requests President to cancel liquor permit issued in Mannar

All Ceylon Makkal Congress leader Rishad Bathiudeen has requested President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to cancel the permit for a liquor bar which was newly established on Main Road, Mannar.

US and allies call for 21-day ceasefire across Lebanon-Israel border

Allies including the US, UK and EU have called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon, following an escalation in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.

Medical specialists assure support for new President

The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has expressed its support for the newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

China fires ICBM into Pacific Ocean in first such public test in decades as regional tensions flare

China says it successfully fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on Wednesday, a rare public test that analysts said was meant to send a message to the United States and its allies amid heightened regional tensions.

Afternoon thundershowers likely from tomorrow

The weather conditions are becoming favourable for afternoon thundershowers across most parts of the island over the next few days, from tomorrow (27).

Confident ties with B’desh, Sri Lanka will endure: Jaishankar

India does not seek to control every political move of neighbours, and does not expect that the political dynamics within neighbouring countries will adhere to what India may think is desirable, but Delhi is confident that fundamental realities of interdependence will ensure that relationships with neighbours remains constructive and positive, external affairs minister S Jaishankar has said.

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EC seeks Rs. 11 billion for general election

The sudden declaration of the general election has prompted the Election Commission to put off of the conduct of the local authorities’ election further.

New govt. seeks Saudi investments in Port City, Hambantota Port

Newly appointed Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath said, in his first public function on Tuesday, requested Saudi Arabia to be a strong partner in the development process of Sri Lanka by investing especially in the tourism sector and Dedicated Pharmaceutical Zone in Hambantota, IT Parks, Fabric Park in Batticaloa, Colombo Port City and Hambantota Port.

Overall employment in tourism sector up 11.24% YoY in 2023

The total employment in the tourism sector, including indirect employment, rose by 11.24 percent year-on-year (YoY) to 429,641 employees in 2023, according to the provisional data of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

National consumer prices eased to 1.1% in August on food and low electricity tariffs

The prices measured nationally showed substantial deceleration, on the back of the easing food prices and downward revision to electricity tariffs, which managed to put some amount of money back in the pocketbooks of the people in August.

Dilum denies misuse of government vehicles, criticises NPP’s statement on Galle Face

While condemning the statement made by National People’s Power (NPP) member Wasantha Samarasinghe about vehicles abandoned at the Galle Face, former MP Dilum Amunugama clarified that these vehicles were used by coordinating committee chairmen.

Timely communication of EC could have averted state of confusion: ANFREL

The timely communication of results by the Election Commission prior to the second count of preferential votes could have averted a state of confusion amongst the public, as opined by the international election observer ANFREL.

Over a hundred vehicles used by former ministry secretaries abandoned at Galle Face

Hundreds of vehicles used by former secretaries of various ministries were found abandoned at Galle Face in Colombo soon after the dissolution of parliament last night.

Public trust in political authority, public service crucial for country’s development: PM

Claiming that the government never considers public service as insignificant, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said today that public trust in political authority and publc service is crucial for the nation-building.

Country self-sufficient in eggs, chicken: Poultry Association

The availability of chicken and eggs in the country has reached the most sufficient levels and the country has become self-sufficient, All Island Poultry Association (AIPA) President Ajith Gunasekara said.

Government will initiate negotiations with IMF immediately: President

The government will begin negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) immediately and proceed with activities related to the extended credit facility, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Ramesh Mendis pays price for Test inconsistency

Sri Lanka announced their playing XI for the crucial second Test match against New Zealand that gets underway at Galle International Stadium.

MP allocations for General Elections announced

The Election Commission has announced the maximum number of Members of Parliament (MPs) to be elected from the 22 districts at the upcoming General Elections slated to be held on November 14.

Saliya Kumara to coach Antonians in 2025

Former Vidyartha College, Trinity College, Kandy SC, Havelock SC Head Coach and national player Saliya Kumara is set to sign his new contract with St. Anthony’s College for the 2025 Inter-Schools rugby season next month.

65 hour watercut in Kandy from Saturday

The water supply in several areas of Kandy will be suspended for 65 hours due to essential maintenance of the Polgolla diversion dam, starting from Saturday (28), the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said.

Controller General of Immigration and Emigration remanded

The Supreme Court today ordered that Controller General of Immigration and Emigration, Harsha Ilukpitiya, be remanded until the conclusion of the contempt of court proceedings against him.

New Governors sworn in

New governors were sworn in by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

IMF Chief reaffirms support to President Dissanayake

International Monetary Fund Chief Kristalina Georgieva in a congratulatory letter to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, reiterated the IMF’s readiness to assist the country through its future development and reform goals.

SC orders to keep Immigration Controller General under prison custody

The Supreme Court today ordered that Controller General of Immigration and Emigration, Harsha Ilukpitiya be kept in prison custody within the Supreme Court premises till court proceedings resume in the evening.

Nishan Peiris and Milan Rathnayake included in Sri Lanka’s squad

Sri Lanka has revealed its final XI for the second Test against New Zealand, set to begin tomorrow at Galle.

SC issues contempt charges against immigration controller general

The Supreme Court today issued a rule charging Immigration and Emigration Controller General, Harsha Ilukpitiya, with contempt of court for failing to implement its order, which had suspended a Cabinet decision granting approval for online and expatriate visa operations in Sri Lanka.