EC announces new procedure for fearful voters

In response to ongoing situations in certain regions, the Election Commission of Sri Lanka has issued a new gazette notification outlining a special procedure for voters who fear they may be unable to cast their vote at their designated polling stations.

South Korea wrongly introduced as North Korea at Olympics

Olympic organisers have issued a ’’deep apology’’ after South Korea’s athletes were mistakenly introduced as North Korea at the opening ceremony in Paris.

Susil, Sagala call on MR, seek support for President at election

Education Minister Susil Premajayantha, along with President’s Chief of Staff Sagala Ratnayake , met Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) leader Mahinda Rajapaksa at his residence and sought his party’s support for President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential election.

EU extends ban on LTTE for six more months

The European Union (EU) has renewed its ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for an additional six months, reaffirming its commitment to combat terrorism.

NPC applies brake on move to transfer one-third of OICs during election time

The National Police Commission (NPC) has turned down a move by Deshabandu Tennakoon, who was recently barred by the Supreme Court from functioning as the Inspector General of Police (IGP), to transfer one-third of Officers-In-Charge (OICs) of Police Stations across the country ahead of the Presidential Election, according to a statement from the NPC.

Treasury ready to allocate funds for Presidential election: Finance Ministry

State Minister for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said that if the number of Presidential candidates increases, leading to higher costs, there will be no financial issues as there are reserves for unforeseen circumstances.

SL is closer to rating agencies’ determination on solvency status: CB

Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe this week said he is optimistic about the definitive end to all types of debt restructuring and the beginning of debt repayment would lift Sri Lanka out of the ‘default’ status assigned by the global rating agencies.

Presumptive and announced presidential candidates: who will call the shots after September 21?

Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe was born on March 24 ,1949. He had his basic education at Royal College Colombo and entered Law College in 1972.

Hotel Show Colombo 2024

Sri Lanka’s Largest Hospitality Trade Exhibition, HOTEL SHOW COLOMBO 2024 was launched yesterday (26) for the 16th time. It will be held until 28th at the BMCH.

Sri Lanka to review progress of economic and trade relations with Pakistan

Sri Lanka will review the progress of its economic and trade relations with Pakistan at the bilateral discussions set to take place at the end of this month, the Foreign Affairs Ministry announced yesterday.

Sri Lanka beats Pakistan in a last over thriller, sets up final clash with India

Athapaththu, who is the highest run-getter in the event with 223 runs, single-handedly guided the Lankans close to the target of 141, making a well-paced 63 off 48 balls (9x4, 1x6).

EC pins hope on Senior DIG–Elections in absence of performing IGP

​In the wake of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon being barred from performing duties in his office, the Election Commission yesterday turned to Senior DIG (Deputy Inspector General) D.Y. Asanka Karavita to press ahead with poll-related duties, an official said.

Last respects to Wickramabahu

The remains of New Sama Samaja Party leader Dr. Wickramabahu Karunaratne were placed at a private funeral parlour in Colombo, allowing the public to pay their final respects. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

SC order cannot be invalidated by PM’s speech in Parliament: Lawyers’ Collective

The Lawyers’ Collective, a prominent legal advocacy group in Sri Lanka today maintained that an order made by the Supreme Court cannot be invalidated by a speech given by the Prime Minister in Parliament.

Binura Fernando hospitalized ahead of first India T20I

Sri Lanka were dealt another injury blow ahead of the first T20I against India on Saturday, with left-arm fast bowler Binura Fernando being hospitalized due to a chest infection.

Armed Forces instructed to implement maximum security measures

State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon instructed security chiefs today to implement all necessary measures to ensure the safety of presidential candidates and citizens following the announcement of the Presidential Election.

ITAK will not nominate candidate for Presidential Election

The Ilankai Thamil Arasu Katchchi (ITAK) will not nominate a candidate for the upcoming Presidential Election, said Tamil National Alliance (TNA) MP M.A. Sumanthiran.

Four candidates submit deposits for Presidential Election today

Four candidates have officially submitted their cash deposits for the 2024 Presidential Election today (26).

India blows away Bangladesh with 10-wicket win to enter final

The Women in Blue will face the winner of semifinal two that will be played later in the day between host Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

World Mangrove Day...

The photos capture the Muthurajawela Mangroves and Wetlands in Gampaha, Sri Lanka, as observed on World Mangrove Day, July 26, 2024. Located 19 kilometers north of Colombo, Muthurajawela is a crucial wetland area, vital for flood control. However, its size has diminished from 6,300 hectares to 3,068 hectares. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris

Former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle endorsed Kamala Harris‘ bid for president on Friday in a roughly one-minute long video that captured a private phone call between the couple and the current vice president.

Head-on collision kills father and son

A tragic head-on collision involving a truck and a car in the Maththaka area on the Pitigala-Mapalagama road has resulted in the deaths of a father and his son.

Kumarasiri Hettige appointed SJB Matara District Organizer

Kumarasiri Hettige, a journalist who was one time Parliamentary Affairs Secretary of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has been appointed as the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) District Organizer for the Matara District.

Looking forward to free and fair elections: US

While welcoming the announcement of the Presidential election, the United States said they look forward to free and fair elections that empower Sri Lankan citizens to determine their future.

Sajith asks President to resign if he cannot uphold SC Order

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today challenged President Ranil Wickremesinghe to step down, if he cannot appoint an Acting IGP as per the Supreme Court Order.

Special procedure needed to remove official appointed by CC: Speaker on SC judgment

The Speaker and Chairman of the Constitutional Council (CC) said today that removing the IGP requires a special procedure and the situation with regard to the IGP cannot be resolved by the President, and the matter must be sorted out in court if necessary.

Tense situation in Parliament after PM’s statement on IGP

A tense situation emerged in Parliament after Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena declared that the restraining order issued by the Supreme Court preventing IGP Deshabandu Thennekoon from functioning in his post is illegal.

Price of bread will be reduced by Rs. 10 from tonight

The All Ceylon Bakery Owners’ Association (ACBOA) has decided to reduce the price of a 450-gram loaf of bread and other bakery items by Rs. 10 with effect from midnight today.

Paris braces for 'most incredible' Olympics opening ceremony

Thousands of athletes are set to sail through central Paris on Friday during an unprecedented and high-risk Olympics opening ceremony that will showcase the country’s hugely ambitious vision for the Games.

Stay order to bar Deshabandu from functioning as IGP illegal: PM

The stay order issued by the Supreme Court preventing Deshabandu Tennakoon from functioning as the IGP is illegal, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena told Parliament today.