Catholic Bishops Conference calls for change of governing system

The Catholic Bishops Conference in its Easter message called for a change of the governing system in Sri Lanka in order to find solutions to the social, economic and political crisis faced by the nation.

Hathurusinghe to miss 2nd Test against Sri Lanka

Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusinghe will not be present during the upcoming second and final Test against Sri Lanka, scheduled to commence on March 30 in Chattogram.

Bribery Commission files legal action against former CB Governor and four others

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has taken legal action against former Governor of the Central Bank Ajith Nivard Cabraal and four others for causing a loss of Rs. 1,843.3 million to the government through the purchase of Treasury Bills.

Gnanasara Thera sentenced to 4 years in prison for defaming Islam

Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galaboda Atte Gnanasara Thera was today sentenced to four-year-rigorous imprisonment for making a hate speech against the Islamic religion on Kuragala Temple.

Mullaitivu Health Services Director killed in road accident in Omanthai

The Director of Health Services in Mullaitivu Dr. K. Akilendran died in a fatal road accident in Omanthai yesterday.

Sri Lankan soldier among latest victims in Ukraine-Russia conflict: Report

At least five Sri Lankan have reportedly been killed so far while fighting in the Ukraine Russia war, according to the Al Jazeera. In the latest incident, Nipuna Silva, a Sri Lankan soldier who quit his army to fight for Russia in Ukraine because of better pay, is believed to have been killed on the front line in Ukraine.

General Shavendra Silva joins Sri Lankan Iftar in Kenya

Demonstrating a gesture of solidarity and inclusiveness, Sri Lankan High Commissioner to Kenya, Kana Kananathan, hosted an Iftar ceremony followed by a lavish dinner for the Sri Lankan Muslim community residing in Kenya. This auspicious event was held yesterday evening.

Britain stands firm on Sri Lanka travel advisory amidst calls for reform

Despite growing pressure to reform the travel Advisory on Sri Lanka, Britain on Tuesday said that its travel advice assessments are made by drawing on expert sources of information available to the government and that they ’continue to keep Sri Lanka travel advise under close review.’

MPs rally for snap general election amidst President’s push for Presidential poll

Following the exclusive revelation by the Daily Mirror on Tuesday that the presidential election will be conducted in the first week of October, MPs from across the divide - except those from the National People’s Power (NPP) - have ramped up efforts to prevail upon President Ranil Wickremesinghe to declare a snap general election as early as possible.

Sri Lanka must explore options to reduce prices of local graphite: Industry

The current prices of Sri Lankan graphite are significantly high; key avenues can be explored to bring them down and one such is by reducing the depth of operation.

Jan. credit dip linked to strong rupee, post-festive settlements

The Central Bank has been caught off guard by the break in the months-long expansion seen in the private sector credit in January and considered it to be a one-off development and attributed it to the appreciation of the rupee and after-season settlement of facilities by the borrowers.

Baltimore bridge crash causes supply chain concerns

BBC: Concerns have been raised of a “ripple effect” on global supply chains after a container ship, that was heading towards Sri Lanka, crashed into a bridge in the US city of Baltimore.

Rumour on slashing liquor prices for Avurudu baseless: Excise Dept.

The present widely spread rumour about slashing of liquor prices for the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year has no basis in it, the Department of Excise said today.

Abans PLC clarifies: Local McDonald’s franchisee not under its umbrella

In an attempt to set the record straight, Abans PLC today said the local franchisee of the US fast food giant McDonald’s is not a part of its umbrella.

Nearly 30,000 underage street children begging around the country: Study reveals

A study revealed that the number of underage street children begging all around the country is between 20,000 and 30,000.

Over 53 brothels shutdown for operating as Spa in Negombo

A total of 53 brothels, which being operated as spas and wellness centers posing were sealed in Negombo during a coordinated Police operation led by the Officers in Charge (OICs) of three local police stations, the Police said yesterday.

Special Boat Squadron holds passing out ceremony in Trincomalee

The Special Boat Squadron (SBS) held an insignia awarding and passing out ceremony today to mark the termination of SBS training which was successfully completed by 21 sailors. At the invitation of the Commanding Officer SBS, Commander Dharmasiri Herath, the Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Suresh De Silva, graced the event which was held in a dignified sequence at the SBS Headquarters in the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee.

Sri Lankan PM meets Chinese President Xi Jinping

A meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena was held today at The Great Hall in Beijing.

STF arrest international drug smuggler in Nuwara Eliya

Kahanavitage Don Nandasena, an international drug smuggler was arrested by the Police Special Task Force (STF) while hiding in Nuwara Eliya.

Kasun Rajitha ruled out of second Bangladesh Test

Sri Lanka suffered an injury setback ahead of the second Test against Bangladesh, starting on Saturday, with fast bowler Kasun Rajitha ruled out with an upper back injury.

Four students drowned in Ma Oya

Four school students tragically drowned in the Ma Oya at the Walakumbura area in Alawwa.

Namal appointed SLPP National Organizer

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), at its Executive Committee meeting, appointed MP Namal Rajapaksa as the national organizer of the party.

For Muslims engaged in Ramadan fast

The Azath Salley Foundation today donated 1,000 bags of dry rations to Muslims in Sri Lanka. These bags were given to Muslims who are engaged in the Ramadan fasting. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana.

Easter Sunday attacks: Writ petition against Nilantha Jayawardane fixed for support

A writ petition filed seeking an order to conduct a credible investigation and take appropriate actions against Senior DIG Nilantha Jayawardane for his omission and serious dereliction of duty which led to the Easter Sunday attacks, was today fixed for support by the Court of Appeal.

Keheliya’s daughter complains to HRCSL over father’s arrest

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella’s daughter Chamithri Rambukwella lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) today claiming that her father’s human rights have been violated due to his arbitrary arrest.

School athletics champions meet Education Minister

Tarushi Abhishekah and Himansi Dulanjana Pradipani, students who broke the previous records in the 800m and 1,500m events in the under-16 athletics category, met Education Minister Susil Premajayantha today.

Expedite compensation to ’Aragalaya’ victims: Prasanna

The Government Valuation Department and the Office for Reparations have been instructed to expedite the compensation process for the movable and immovable property that were set on fire by the ’Aragalaya’ protestors in the Gampaha district on May 9, 2022.

Schoolgirls to receive vouchers for sanitary napkins after New Year

After the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivals, steps have been taken to provide vouchers to schoolgirls to buy sanitary napkins, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said.

Windy Gunathilaka wins best song award for ’Ayo Sami’

Windy Gunathilaka, who sings the Sri Lankan Tamil song ’’Aiyo Sami’’, has won the award for the Best Sensational Song of the Year - 2023 at the 16th Edison Awards held in Chennai, South India.

New Women’s Hospital opened in Karapitiya

The German-Sri Lanka Friendship Women’s Hospital in Karapitiya, Galle, the largest maternity hospital in Sri Lanka and South Asia, was inaugurated by President Ranil Wickremesinghe this morning, the Presidential Media Division (PMD) said.