Several trains may get delayed or cancelled during strike: Engineers’ Union

Due to the ongoing train strike, several powerset trains running from Colombo Fort railway station will not run this morning, the Locomotive Operating Engineers Union (LOEU) said.

Ruling is a significant step for all female victims in Sri Lanka: Caroline Jonsson

In the wake of the announcement of the judgement, the family of victim Yvonne Jonsson, said this ruling is not only a victory for our family but also for all who believe in the rule of law.

Authorities to pursue extradition of Jayamaha

Following the Supreme Court’s ruling declaring former President Maithripala Sirisena’s pardon of Don Shamantha Jude Anthony Jayamaha as arbitrary and invalid, Sri Lankan authorities have intensified efforts to bring the convicted murderer back to the country, suspected to be in Singapore.

USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup super over

The United States pulled off one of the biggest shocks in cricket history by beating Pakistan in a super over in Dallas.

In the aftermath of floods...

People were seen cleaning their houses after the floodwaters receded. A small boy appeared distressed as his textbooks were washed away by the floodwaters. Pix by Waruna Wanniarachchi

Sri Lanka’s premier quality event, NCQP 2024 set for June 25

The Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Quality and Productivity (SLAAQP) recently announced the upcoming National Convention on Quality and Productivity (NCQP) 2024, which will take place on June 25, 2024, at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, under the theme ’’A Quest for Quality, Productivity, and Innovation.’’

SC orders Maithripala to pay Rs.1 M to petitioner

The Supreme Court today ordered former President Maithripala Sirisena to pay Rs. 1 million to the petitioner in the Fundamental Rights petition filed challenging former President Sirisena’s decision to grant a Presidential pardon to Royal Park murder convict Don Shamantha Jude Anthony Jayamaha.

Anuradhapura sacred area declared a rabies-free zone

The Anuradhapura Municipal Commissioner declared the Anuradhapura sacred area as a rabies-free zone, assuring devotees that there is no need for concern, the Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population said.

Catholic Church has nothing to do with extension of AG’s term

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Sri Lanka (CBCSL) announced today that the Catholic Church in Sri Lanka had no involvement in the extension of the Attorney General’s term.

Floods may trigger dengue epidemic, warns health expert

While emphasizing the critical importance of effectively managing the spread of the dengue, Director of the National Dengue Control Unit Dr. Sudath Samaraweera noted that the current flood situation could potentially escalate the dengue outbreak to an epidemic level.

President raises concerns over assault on 4-year-old child

In response to the beating of a 4-year-old girl that has shocked the nation, President Ranil Wickremesinghe issued a statement on X, underscoring the urgent need for action to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

New electric maternity bed for De Soyza Hospital

A fully automatic electric maternity bed and other equipment were donated to the De Soyza Maternity Hospital in Colombo by the California Hospital Services Support and Hospital Services Council. The event was attended by Director of the Hospital Services Council, Venerable Rajawelle Subhuthi Thera, along with Director of De Soyza Hospital, Dr. Pradeep Wijesinghe. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Train strike to begin tomorrow

The Locomotive Operating Engineers Union has decided to launch a train strike at midnight tomorrow due to further delays in the second-class promotions of locomotive drivers, continuous delays in recruitment due to a lack of a salary code, and other issues.

Schools to be networked and digitized by July

By the end of July, all schools offering various subject streams will be brought together, and their information will be networked and digitized, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said.

Update: Parliament approves Electricity Bill

The Sri Lanka Electricity Bill was passed in Parliament with amendments.

Special programme to provide text and exercise books to flood affected students: Minister

A special programme is being implemented to provide school text books and exercise books for the students whose books were destroyed due to the floods, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said today.

Video game leads to stabbing of an eight-year-old

A 13-year-old boy had consumed poison after stabbing an eight-year-old boy for not allowing him to play a video game on his mobile phone.

Electricity Bill brought in to sell off power sector to Adani group: Vijitha

The government is trying to sell off the country’s power sector to India’s Adani group by creating a private sector monopoly over the electricity sector through the Sri Lanka Electricity Bill, National People’s Power (NPP) MP Vijitha Herath said today.

ICC stands firm on New York despite India pitch fears

There are no plans in place to move any T20 World Cup fixtures out of New York despite growing fears over substandard pitches.

Vouchers from Education Ministry to buy sanitary pads for schoolgirls

The Education Ministry has launched a new initiative this month to provide free vouchers for schoolgirls to purchase sanitary pads, announced Education Minister Susil Premajayantha.

Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thera arrested for protesting near Parliament

Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thera, who was preparing to launch a fast near Parliament with a protest sign board against the proposed Electricity Act, was arrested this afternoon by the Thalangama Police.

Female student sentenced to one month compulsory imprisonment over false complaint

A 22-year-old female student following a degree course at a private university was sentenced to one month compulsory imprisonment by Kuliyapitiya Magistrate Randika Lakmal Jayalath for making a false complaint that she was raped by an individual that led to legal action against the individual concerned.

Repeal electricity act

A protest in front of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) head office today demanding the authorities to repeal the Electricity Act, which is harmful to consumers. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirsinghe

Parliamentary Committee advocates toddy export

A Parliamentary Committee has instructed the relevant officials to take immediate steps to remove the obstacles in the local production and export of toddy, kithul, palm and coconut related products.

Senior Maldivians seek to settle in Sri Lanka: FM asks for permission

Maldivian Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer during his visit to Sri Lanka, requested Public Security Minister Tiran Alles to facilitate arrangements for Maldivian senior citizens to come to Sri Lanka for permanent residence.

SLFP’s first rally set for June 8 in Ambalantota

The first rally of the new alliance led by the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will be held on June 8 in Ambalantota town, Sri Lanka Freedom Party Senior Vice President and Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.

TRCSL grants preliminary approval for Starlink internet in Sri Lanka

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted preliminary approval for Starlink to provide satellite-based internet services in Sri Lanka, Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath announced.

Govt. to allocate foreign jobs to retired military, war hero families

The Ministry of Labour and Foreign Employment has expressed willingness to allocate a portion of the foreign job opportunities to retired military personnel and war hero families, the Ministry of Defence said.

Electricity tariff to be reduced from July 1: Kanchana

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) will submit its proposal on electricity tariff revision to the Public Utility Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) tomorrow or on Monday, and the tariff revision will be effective from July 1, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said today.

Thilanga Sumathipala has no ethical or legal right to represent UPFA

Thilanga Sumathipala has no ethical right to pretend to be the United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) illegally, Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Senior Vice President Mahinda Amaraweera said.