Viyaskanth replaces Hasaranga in Sunrisers Squad for IPL 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Sri Lankan leggie Vijayakanth Viyaskanth as replacement for Wanindu Hasaranga for the remainder of IPL 2024.

Streets bustle for New Year shopping

The streets of Colombo and its suburbs bustled with crowds as people flocked for their New Year shopping, eagerly preparing for the festivities of Ramadan, Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Second anniversary of 'Aragalaya'

A group of individuals staged a demonstration opposite the Fort Railway Station, marking the second anniversary of the historical people’s uprising known as “Aragalaya,” on July 9, 2022. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Immigration head office yet to fix CCTV cameras purchased six years ago

A Parliamentary Committee has revealed that CCTV camera equipment that had been purchased at a cost of Rs. 2.1 million to be fixed at the internal premises of the Immigration and Emigration head office had been stored for six years without being fixed.

First school term ends tomorrow

The Education Ministry today declared that the first phase of the first term for government and government-approved private Sinhala and Tamil schools will conclude tomorrow.

Government to upgrade Hingurakgoda airport to international hub

The government has decided to upgrade the Hingurakgoda domestic airport, the oldest airport in the country, into an international air hub.

Sri Lanka hikes candidate deposits for Presidential Election

The Cabinet of Sri Lanka has given the green light to an increase in candidate deposits for Presidential Election.

Students can now enroll in Kotelawala University’s medical degree programme

The Cabinet has granted approval for local students to gain admission to the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University’s medical degree programme.

World Netball bans transgender women from international competition

World Netball has banned transgender women from competing in women’s international competition.

Government approves recruiting 2,500 English teachers: Bandula

Cabinet approval was granted to recruit 2,500 English teachers under ’English for All’ programme, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Bandula Gunawardana said.

March marks yet another record in global heat

The world just experienced its warmest March on record, capping a 10-month streak in which every month set a new temperature record, the European Union’s climate change monitoring service said on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka captain quashes retirement speculation; sets sight on T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Sri Lanka Women’s team captain Chamari Athapaththu has cleared the air about her future in international cricket.

Former President Sirisena leaves for Thailand this morning

Former President Maithripala Sirisena left the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning for a visit to Thailand.

Plans underway to aid war heroes’ families in multiple sectors: Premitha Bandara

Plans are underway to launch a programme aimed at providing preferential assistance to the families of war heroes across various sectors such as health, public administration, banking and other services in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, Tri Forces and the Ranaviru Seva Authority, State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon said.

Over 7,500 security personnel deployed at mosques for Ramadan

Police have implemented special security measures for mosques during Ramadan, with over 7,500 security personnel involved in the effort.

Trade Ministry to issue price range to curb middlemen profits

The Trade, Commerce, and Food Security Ministry is to issue price ranges on essential items to curb excessive profits by middlemen in the retail market.

Sri Lanka hard-pressed against time to conclude agreements for debt restructuring

Sri Lanka is hard-pressed against time to reach agreements with creditors including bondholders before June, when the third tranche of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) extended fund facility is expected, Daily Mirror learns.

Invasive plant found spreading in Sri Pada mountain range: Minister

Wildlife and Forest Resources Conservation Minister Pavithradevi Wanniarachchi has directed the authorities concerned to promptly address the spread of the invasive plant species ’Koenigia Mollis’ in the tropical rainforest surrounding the Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) mountain range.

Solar Eclipse reaches its grand finale...

The total solar eclipse brought America to a standstill on Monday as millions stopped work, paused classes and flocked to the streets and city rooftops to view the rare event.

Health guidelines issued ahead of festive season

As Sri Lanka gears up for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, health authorities have released a set of guidelines aimed at safeguarding participants and spectators during sporting events.

Small Medium Modern Trade outlets gaining traction with SL’s middle class: Study

The Small Medium Modern Trade (SMMT) outlets are rapidly capturing the attention of Sri Lanka’s middle class, with the traditional retailers swiftly adapting to this shifting retail landscape.

Social Empowerment Ministry renames two traditional New Year games

State Minister for Social Empowerment, Anupa Pasqual has decided to change the names of two traditional games that are played during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival.

NPP says AKD ready for Presidential debate by Daily Mirror

National People’s Power (NPP) MP Harini Amarasuriya said that the NPP is ready to accept the invitation made by the Daily Mirror to host an open debate with the three main presidential candidates.

Breaking fast banquet for Muslim devotees

A beverage company in the Port City held a breaking fast (Ifthar) banquet today for the fourth time for Muslim devotees who are fasting. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Man shot dead in Gampaha

An individual was shot dead by an unidentified gunman at Katugasthara in Gampaha.

Prison Department allows visits for New Year

In preparation for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, the Prisons Department has arranged to allow visitors to see inmates on April 12 and 13.

Lower prices in fireworks this festive season

There is a higher demand for fireworks this year than in the previous festive seasons, but there is less demand for several firework items, All-Island Fireworks Manufacturers Association (AIFMA) President Dinesh Fernando said.

SJB leaders won’t be able to hold their positions if party membership loses faith: Fonseka

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leaders will not be able to hold on to their positions for long if the membership lose their faith in them, MP Sarath Fonseka said today.

Preparing for Ramazan festival...

As Ramazan, the month of fasting draws to an end, several Muslims in Pettah busy with their shopping to celebrate the Eid or festival marking the end of fasting, in a day or two - Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Prime Minister Dinesh calls on Ban Ki-moon

In a meeting in Seoul, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and Chairman of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and former Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon, expressed mutual appreciation on their close partnership and committed efforts to further strengthen bilateral relations across various sectors.