Thanamalwila rape case: Four more suspects arrested

Four more suspects wanted in connection with the alleged rape of a 16-year-old schoolgirl of the Thanamalwila National School were arrested today by the Lunugamwehera police.

Sri Lanka welcomes Canada’s decision to retain LTTE as a terrorist entity

The Government of Sri Lanka welcomed the decision of the Government of Canada to retain the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) along with the World Tamil Movement (WTM) as terrorist entities.

Ranil calls for fresh mandate to create a bright future

Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe who handed over the nomination today to contest the Presidential election, called for a fresh mandate to create a bright future for the nation.

Ali Sabri Rahim joins Ranil

Puttalam District MP Ali Sabri Rahim, Digamadulla District MP Attorney S.M.M. Musharraf and SJB Anuradhapura District MP Ishaq Rahuman representing the All Ceylon Makkal Congress have extended their support to President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Ranil to contest under ’Gas Cylinder’ symbol

The Election Commission has assigned the ’Gas Cylinder’ symbol to President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who is contesting this year’s Presidential election as an independent candidate.

Preparation underway to host 2036 Olympics in India, Modi confirms

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India dreams of hosting the Olympics in 2036 and added that preparations are already underway during his Independence Day speech.

Nominations of all 39 candidates accepted: Objections rejected

The Elections Commission announced that the nominations of all 39 candidates have been accepted for the 2024 Presidential election.

Nissanka move up to eighth in ODI Rankings

Openers from India and Sri Lanka have been the big winners after they made good ground near the top of the updated ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings.

SriLankan showcases new safety video

SriLankan Airlines, aiming to capture travellers’ attention with its safety protocols, has launched a brand-new onboard safety video featuring a range of Sri Lanka’s most mesmerising scenic locations.

Sri Lanka locks horns with Canada once again over genocide allegations

Sri Lanka, once again, protested with the Canadian authorities over the plan to construct a ‘Tamil genocide monument’ in the area called Brampton in Canada, Daily Mirror learns.

Accepting nominations concludes: 39 candidates submit nominations

A total of 39 candidates out of 40 who placed their deposits submitted their nominations at the Election Secretariat in Rajagiriya within the specified period, Chairman of the Elections Commission announced this mnorning.

Sajith signs nomination papers

Samagi Jana Balawegaya leader Sajith Premadasa signed nomination papers in Colombo this morning to contest the forthcoming Presidential Election.

WHO declares mpox global health emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa a public health emergency of international concern.

Manusha’s, Harin’s Ministerial positions under President’s purview

A special gazette notification has been issued bringing three Ministerial portfolios under President Ranil Wickremesinghe

Accepting nominations for 2024 Presidential election begins

Accepting nominations for the upcoming presidential election commenced at 9.00 a.m. today at the Election Secretariat in Rajagiriya.

SJB MP Velu Kumar pledges support to President

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Velu Kumar who met President Ranil Wickremesinghe has pledged his support to him at the Presidential election next month.

ASEAN missions celebrated 57th ASEAN Day 2024 in Colombo

The ASEAN Diplomatic Missions in Sri Lanka, the Embassy of Indonesia, the High Commission of Malaysia, the Embassy of Myanmar, the Embassy of Thailand, and the Embassy of Vietnam, celebrated the 57th ASEAN Day at the Embassy of Indonesia, in Colombo.

Top contenders to receive enhanced security

Despite the presence of a large number of candidates in the Presidential Election, only the key contenders will receive enhanced security during their campaigns, based on threat assessments, a top official told the Daily Mirror.

Male-dominant presidential run continues

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, Sri Lanka is once again facing a male-dominated race, with no female candidates stepping forward to contest.

Top economist questions viability of private sector’s poverty level wages

Sri Lanka’s private sector is quick to lament the brain drain and staff shortages but it seems that it is contributing to the problem by failing to offer salaries that support a decent standard of living.

FTZMA urges govt. to fast-track ADB-funded container yard

The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association (FTZMA) has urged the Sri Lankan government to swiftly implement the proposed Asian Development Bank (ADB)-funded container-clearing yard in Kerawalapitiya, to mitigate the ongoing cargo delays at the Colombo Port.

Morne Morkel appointed India’s bowling coach

Morne Morkel has been appointed as the bowling coach for the Indian men’s senior cricket team, with his tenure starting on September 1, as confirmed by BCCI Secretary Jay Shah.

Beware of fake weblinks promoting election related frauds

The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team | Coordination Centre (SLCERT|CC) warned the general public not to click on links that promote collecting personal information during the election period.

20 Sri Lankans held in Myanmar scam centres released

Twenty Sri Lankan trafficked victims out of 54 held in scan centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar have been released.

Nissanka to shine in Tests?

Pathum Nissanka who has been in the form of his life in the white ball formats, has returned to Sri Lanka Test squad after two years.

Bangladesh’s new Prime Minister seeks Lankan President’s assistance

The new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, has sought Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremeisnghe’s assistance to stabilise his country, sources close to President Wickremesinghe said today.

Bathiudeen’s ACMC to support Sajith

The All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) led by MP Rishad Bathiudeen has decided to back SJB leader Sajith Premadasa at the upcoming Presidential election.

Bandarigoda’s name gazetted as MP

The Election Commission has issued a Gazette Extraordinary declaring Bandula Lal Bandarigoda as a Member of Parliament for the Galle District.

Lawyer seeks Supreme Court intervention against President for delayed appointment of Acting IGP

A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a declaration that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has violated and infringed the Fundamental Rights of citizens by failing to appoint an Acting Inspector General of Police.

Athaullah pledges support to President

Parliamentarian A.L.M. Athaullah and the National Congress, which he leads, have pledged their support to President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the upcoming Presidential election.