'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

Tourist killed by jumbo

A foreign tourist was trampled to death by a wild elephant at Manachchena, Komariya in Potuwil last morning.

15 Indian fishermen nabbed with trawler

The Sri Lanka Navy has apprehended fifteen Indian fishermen along with a fishing trawler while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters off the Kovilan Lighthouse in Karainagar early this morning.

Vehicle prices set to increase after import resumptions next year: Importers

Local vehicle importers claimed that the current market prices of vehicles would increase after the proposed resumption of vehicle imports from next year due to the chang in the duty structure.

Signal failure delays train on main line

Train services on the main line will be delayed due to a signal failure between Kelaniya and Hunupitiya railway stations this morning, the Railways Control Room said.

Suspect charged in mass killing of Sri Lankan family in protective custody

The 19-year-old charged with killing six people in an Ottawa suburb last week is being held in protective custody, his lawyer said Thursday.

Big onion importers set price range after talks with Trade Minister

Following a discussion with the Trade Minister, big onion importers agreed to provide their stocks at a price between Rs. 450 and Rs. 500.

New expedition to Titanic wreckage could get go-ahead after Titan tragedy

A planned expedition to the resting place of the Titanic could get the go-ahead after plans were scaled back in the aftermath of the fatal Titan implosion last year.

Parliament to become elders’ home if current trend persists: Anunayake Thera

The Anunayake of the Ramanya Nikaya Most Venerable Kappitiyagoda Sirivimala Thera stated yesterday that if the current trend persists, the entire parliament will soon resemble an elders’ home and also emphasized the importance of elderly members stepping down to allow the youth the opportunity to contribute to the country’s development.

CCC urges collaborative approach to address parate suspension concerns

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) yesterday expressed “deep concerns” about the government’s move to suspend parate execution, and called for a collaborative solution to address this growing issue.

Govt. forgoes Rs. 23.94bn in taxes for BOI companies

The Treasury’s tax expenditure statement revealed that the government has foregone over Rs. 23 billion in corporate tax revenue in 2022 due to concessions granted to Board of Investment (BOI) approved companies.

Sri Lankans still reluctant to embrace non-cash transactions

Despite high ownership of debit cards and mobile penetration, Sri Lankans are still reluctant to embrace non-cash transactions, industry experts said, which indicate that more work remains to be done to build confidence in this space.

Suzuki recalls over 32,000 Wagon R vehicles

Suzuki Motor Corporation Japan has announced a safety recall related to the fuel system of the Japanese Suzuki Wagon R model range.

First Lady stresses need for women empowerment for economic growth

At a time where repeated global calls are made towards women’s inclusivity for economic success, First Lady Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe called for women economic empowerment, highlighting its pivotal role in driving inclusive growth and prosperity.

Magnitude 5.8 earthquake hits Japan’s Fukushima

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.8 hit eastern Japan early on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

Sri Lanka refutes US claims of Chinese military base

Sri Lanka has refuted recent claims from US intelligence that there are potential plans for a Chinese military base to be established on its soil.

Sri Lanka look to bounce back in second ODI

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will clash in the second One Day International (ODI) at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, tomorrow.

Drought risk looms large

Amidst growing concerns over an anticipated drought, the Defence Ministry has announced plans to mitigate potential damages, according to an official statement released yesterday.

Dry weather affects reservoirs

The water levels of the hydropower reservoirs used for hydropower generation have been dwindling fast due to the prevailing dry weather.

Court refuses bail for Keheliya

The Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court today rejected the bail applications filed on behalf of former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and five others in connection with the alleged import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections.

Railway trade unions call off strike

The Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) has decided to call off the sudden trade union action following discussions with the Transport Ministry Secretary.

Expert forecasts lengthy legal battle in Ottawa mass killing

A criminal law expert has shed light on the potentially lengthy legal journey ahead for the case involving Febrio De-Zoysa, the 19-year-old Sri Lankan national accused of a brutal attack in Barrhaven, Ottawa.

Japan’s same-sex marriage bar is unconstitutional, high court says

Japan’s bar on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, the high court in the northern city of Sapporo said on Thursday, the first such ruling by an appeals court on a matter that has divided the lower levels of the judiciary.

Father kills son, daughter in Ampara

A father has hacked to death his 29 year-old son and a 14 year-old girl in the Periyaneelavanai area in Ampara this morning.

Converting vehicles to EV

A programme was held by Vega Innovations to convert fuel-burning vehicles, including three-wheelers, to electric at the eShift Charging Station in Colombo 7. Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana participated in the event. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Vision beyond borders...

LankaPay announced the sixth edition of LankaPay Technnovation Awards - Sri Lanka’s pioneering and the only payment technology innovation awards to recognize the Payment Technology innovators.

CEB calls for proposals for 50MW Wind Farm facility in Mannar

The Ministry of Power and Energy and the CEB have called for proposals on International Competitive Bidding (ICB) for a 50MW Wind Farm facility in Mannar, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said today.

Station Masters to launch sudden strike

The Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) has decided to launch a sudden trade union action at 4 p.m today, in protest of the seat reservation system without providing any information to the station masters.

Industrialized nations should acknowledge contributions to climate change

United Republican Front (URF) leader Patali Champika Ranawaka, addressing an international summit in India, said it is imperative for industrialized nations to acknowledge their historical contributions to climate change and take responsibility for mitigating its effects, including compensating affected countries for their losses.

Derailement delays trains on coastal line

Up and down train services between the Secretariat Halt and Colombo Fort on the coastal line has been disrupted due to a derailment, the Railways Department said.