John Cena announces his retirement from WWE after 22 years

The 47-year-old wrestler turned Hollywood actor made a surprise appearance at the promotion’s Money in the Bank pay-per-view event in Toronto on Saturday night.

Special traffic plan as Bohra Convention gets underway

A special traffic arrangement has been implemented in conjunction with the Bohra convention scheduled to be held from July 7 to 16 at the Bambalapitiya Bohra Mosque and the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre.

It’s time to decide...

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa and Gotabaya Rajapaksa, former Minister Basil Rajapaksa, MP Namal Rajapaksa, and Dhamika Perera attended a rally organized by SLPP MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena in Kalutara yesterday. President Wickremesinghe said that he joined the Rajapaksas and SLPP to save the nation. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian elected Iran’s president

Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian has been elected as Iran’s new president, beating his hardline conservative rival Saeed Jalili.

India to host BIMSTEC foreign ministers’ meet next week

New Delhi will host the foreign ministers of the BIMSTEC grouping next week, on July 11. BIMSTEC or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation is a seven-member grouping which has Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand as its members.

World Cup winners India slump to Zimbabwe loss in first T20

Zimbabwe stunned the newly-crowned T20 World Champions in the opening T20I of the five-match series in Harare. This was Zimbabwe’s third T20I win over India. The Men in Blue have hit a record low after their 13-run loss to the Chevrons.

Ranil will definitely contest for Presidency: Ruwan

Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe will definitely contest for Presidency, UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene declared today.

It’s time for elections and time to decide: President

Whilst highlighting that he had completed his tasks, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said today that the people will have to decide the country’s destiny at the Presidential polls which will be declared shorty.

Special probe into infant’s death after hospital refuses admission

The Health Ministry has launched a special inquiry into the incident where a two-month-old baby, who was suffering after choking on milk, was refused treatment at the new hospital in Kamburugamuwa, Matara District, resulting in her death.

Kandy Book Fair at KCC

The Kandy Book Fair is currently happening at the Kandy City Centre (KCC). It is organized by the Sri Lanka Book Publishers’ Association and will run till tomorrow, July 7.

Power grid connectivity Sri Lanka and India poised to form joint venture

Sri Lanka and India are now poised to form a joint venture to execute the power grid connectivity project, Daily Mirror learns.

BMW registered in Piyumi Hansamali’s name found in businessman’s drug operation

The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has seized a luxury BMW registered on model Piyumi Hansamali’’s name from a garage in Nawala. The car was found at a two-storied house belonging to a businessman arrested for importing kush and cocaine worth over Rs. 60 million via airmail.

Parliamentarians under IRD radar for possible tax-related frauds

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) is reported to have upped the ante on parliamentarians over possible involvement in tax frauds, Daily Mirror learns.

Omarzai’s fireworks steers Jaffna Kings to thrilling win

Azmatullah Omarzai’s fireworks paved the way as Tim Seifert’s unbeaten ton for Galle Marvels was in vain for Jaffna Kings to pull off a thrilling five-wicket win with two balls remaining over unbeaten Galle Marvels in the sixth match of the fifth Lanka Premier League tournament played under floodlights at the Rangiri Dambulla Stadium yesterday.

Southwest monsoon gets active with bountiful rain

Southwest Monsoon is expected to get active once again during the coming days, Director General Department of Meteorology Athula Karunanayake said yesterday.

Suspension on Perpetual Treasuries further extended by 6 months

The Central Bank yesterday extended the suspension on controversial primary dealer Perpetual Treasuries Limited by another six months.

Beyond borders: Sri Lanka’s journey with Indonesia

Sri Lanka, nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean, boasts of a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. Positioned as a key nation in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka is at a pivotal juncture for growth and development, drawing invaluable lessons from Indonesia’s dynamic trajectory.

Two weeks of dry spell of liquor for Kataragama Esala Festival

The sale of alcoholic beverages has been banned for 16 days by order of the Excise Chief in respect of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya’s Esala Festival, which is to commence today in the Southern religious town of Kataragama.

Sri Lanka acquires sniffer dogs from Netherlands for Rs. 58 Mn

The Police Kennels Division has acquired a pack of 35 sniffer dogs at a cost of Rs.58 million from the Netherlands.

Qatar Airways to increase Colombo-Doha flight frequency

Qatar Airways has announced plans to boost its flight frequency between Sri Lanka and Doha, Qatar, from five to six daily flights, effective July 10, 2024.

Starmer takes PM helm...

Britain’s head of state King Charles III officially appointed Labour leader Keir Starmer as prime minister on Friday during an audience at Buckingham Palace. A photograph released by the palace showed the monarch shaking hands with Starmer, whose party won a landslide election victory. The king earlier accepted the resignation of Conservative leader Rishi Sunak.

World leaders congratulate Starmer after stunning election win

The Labour party’s thumping general election victory, which ended 14 years of Conservative party rule in the UK, drew congratulations from leaders around the world – and reminded Keir Starmer of the complex global challenges he will have to navigate as prime minister.

Launch of 'He is Ari'...

Media icon Ariya Rubasinghe’s biography, ‘He is Ari” was launched at the Government Information Department amidst a group of distinguished guests, including Minister of Transport and Media Bandula Gunawardene, SJB MPs S.M. Marikkar and Chief Incumbent of Bellanwila temple, Chief Sanga Nayaka Singapore, Venerable Bellanwila Dhammarathana Thera and Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake. Pictured here is the presentation of the first copy.

Special traffic plan for Bohra convention

The police have announced a special traffic plan in conjunction with the Bohra convention scheduled to be held from July 7 to 16 at the Bambalapitiya Bohra Mosque and the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre.

NPP urges SC to dismiss petition against Presidential poll

Filing an intervention petition against the Fundamental Rights petition, which sought an order restraining the Election Commission from holding the Presidential election in 2024, National People’s Power Parliamentarian Vijitha Herath has moved the Supreme Court to dismiss the petition at the outset, citing that it was misconceived in law.

Sri Lankan-origin Uma Kumaran elected to UK Parliament

British national of Sri Lankan descent Uma Kumaran has been elected as the Member of Parliament for Stratford and Bow, following the General Election.

Keir Starmer appointed UK prime minister after historic victory

Sir Keir Starmer has become Britain’s new prime minister after winning a historic Labour majority of more than 170 seats.

Sri Lanka secures $8 Billion debt relief, says President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced an $8 billion debt relief package in line with the ongoing debt restructuring process.

Dhammika Perera says he is geared to run for President

Tycoon and Member of Parliament Dhammika Perera announced his readiness to contest the upcoming Presidential Election, contingent on the decision of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).

Fatal accident in Soranathota leaves four dead

A lorry overturned in Soranathota, Badulla, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least four individuals.