Bangladesh drop Litton from squad for third Sri Lanka ODI

Bangladesh have dropped Litton Das for the third ODI against Sri Lanka. He has been released from the squad on advice from the team management to play in the ongoing Dhaka Premier League.

Gotabaya lacked basic management skills: Ven. Muruththettuwe Ananda Thera

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not have the management skills of even a small child, Chief Sanganayaka of the Western Province and chief incumbent of the Abhayarama, Most Ven. Muruththettuwe Ananda Thera said.

Do not allow filling of paddy lands: Minister

Agriculture and Plantation Industry Minister Mahinda Amaraweera advised officials not to allow land to be filled for any reasons, even though some individuals and groups try to fill paddy lands in the island and use it for various purposes.

HRCSL directs Royal College to rectify wrong prefects’ appointments

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has directed Royal College, Colombo 7 to rectify the alleged wrong appointments made to the Prefects Council for 2024.

Governemnt’s poor management creates issues for consumers

’World Consumer Rights Day’ is relevant to countries like Sri Lanka, where there are no policies or rights for consumers, presidential candidate Janaka Ratnayake said.

Aaqib Javed appointed as fast bowling coach of national team

Sri Lanka Cricket appointed former Pakistan pace bowler Aaqib Javed as the national team’s ‘fast bowling coach.

Reservoir water capacities decrease to 70%, no issues with electricity generation

The water capacity of reservoirs has decreased to 70 percent, but electricity generation will continue, Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) Engineers Association President Dhanushka Parakrama said.

Water usage increases by 15%; use sparingly: Water Board

Due to the current dry weather, the usage of water has increased by 15%, and the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWS&DB) requests that consumers use water sparingly, NWS&DB Deputy General Manager Anuja Kaluarachchi said.

India and Sri Lanka to co-host Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved the qualification process for Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The 20-team tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and will have a total of 12 automatic qualifiers.

Eighteen Police officers including 8 Senior DIGs and CID Director transferred

Eighteen police officers including 8 senior DIGs and the Director of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), have been transferred with immediate effect, the police said.

ICU crisis at Colombo Hospital, have to accept janitorial support: Dr. Bellana

A critical situation has arisen in the intensive care units (ICUs) at the National Hospital Colombo (NHC), requiring the assistance of janitorial workers for cleaning and maintenance purposes, Deputy Director of the National Hospital of Sri Lanka, Dr. Rukshan Bellana said.

Absence of defence attaché hinders efforts to nab criminals abroad

The absence of a defence attaché at the Sri Lankan mission in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has dealt a blow to Sri Lanka’s efforts in nabbing organized criminals operating from there, the Daily Mirror learns. Sri Lanka h

Senior CID officers to be transferred over links to underworld drug dealer

The Police Headquarters is reportedly in the process of revamping the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and accordingly, a group of police officers including high-ranking officers within the CID, is set to be transferred over alleged ties with notorious underworld drug dealer Nadun Chinthaka alias ‘Harak Kata’, the Daily Mirror learns.

A possible alliance?

Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga in conversation with SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa at a Bleedgood project launch on Thursday. However, other possible allies seem to be absent.

State Wesak festival to be held in Matale

The state Wesak festival this year is to be held in Matale District in a grand way. A meeting to make preliminary arrangement for the festival was held at the District Secretariat under the chairmanship of Minister of Buddha Sasana, and Cultural Affairs Vidura Wickramanayake.

14 potential investors show interest in LGL and LGT divestiture

Fourteen potential investors have shown interest in the strategic divestiture of Litro Gas Lanka Ltd (LGL) and Litro Gas Terminals (Pvt.) Ltd (LGT), the State-Owned Enterprises Restructuring Unit said.

Asgiriya Chapter Anunayaka Thera calls for fair and just rule

Anunayaka of the Asgiriya Chapter Ven. Wendaruwe Upali Thera said it would rain in the due season bringing a bumper harvest and making the people happier, fuller and pleasanter provided the country had just rulers at the helm.

Despite hot weather...

People in urban areas of Colombo engaged in work during the daytime despite the hot weather. Some labourers were also transporting goods in Pettah to earn their living, persevering the the heat.

Nissanka ton helps Sri Lanka level Bangladesh series

Opener Pathum Nissanka struck 114 off 113 balls to steer Sri Lanka to a three-wicket victory over Bangladesh and level their three-match ODI series in Chittagong on Friday.

Funeral for Sri Lankan family slain in Ottawa to be held on Sunday

A public funeral for the six people killed last week in Barrhaven will be held on Sunday afternoon.

Minister orders inquiry into male zebra’s death at Dehiwala Zoo

Wildlife and Forest Conservation Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has ordered an inquiry into the unexpected death of the only male zebra at the National Zoological Garden in Dehiwala.

Lawyer discharged from alleged professional misconduct

The Supreme Court ruled that a lawyer involved in the controversies surrounding the prevention of a Russian Aeroflot flight from taking off from within the territorial jurisdiction of Sri Lanka following a court order, has not committed any act which would amount to conduct unworthy of an Attorney-at-Law.

Sri Lanka introduces hotline for drinking water shortages

As Sri Lanka grapples with arid weather conditions, residents in areas facing drinking water issues have been urged to reach out to the hotline 117 introduced by the Disaster Management Center (DMC).

Russia turns to Ukrainian teens to bolster its forces

Russia’s war machine is going to horrific lengths to try to erase Ukrainian identity and bolster its own military ranks – by deporting Ukrainian teenagers to Russia, indoctrinating them with propaganda, and attempting to conscript them into the Russian armed forces to fight against their own country.

Heat advisory issued for multiple provinces, districts

As temperatures soar in parts of Sri Lanka, authorities warn of an impending rise in the heat index, particularly in regions spanning the North-Eestern, North-Central and Eastern Provinces, as well as in the Colombo, Gampaha, Moneragala, Mannar, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya and Hambantota districts.

ICC to make stop clock rule permanent in ODIs and T20Is

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to implement the stop clock rule permanently, following a successful trial period, making it a standard feature in international cricket, says a report.

Applications open for National Colleges

The Education Ministry has taken steps to accept applications for the admission of students to the National Colleges of Education based on the results of the Advaned Level examination in the academic year 2021/2022

Conductor arrested for pickpocketing

The conductor of a private bus on the Moratuwa – Pettah route 101 was arrested on suspicion of picking pocket.

Keheliya seeks bail

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, currently held in remand custody in connection with the alleged import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, has sought bail from the Colombo High Court.

'Construction Expo 2024'

“Construction Expo 2024” organized by the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB) will be held from March 15 to 17 at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Hall at the BMICH. This is an excellent opportunity for new product sourcing, networking with new contacts and business opportunities, the latest technology added to the building and construction industry, etc. to promote the construction industry in Sri Lanka. Pix by Kithisiri De Mel