Civil Aviation Authority gets new Director General

Air Vice Marshal H.M.S.K.B. Kotakadeniya (Retd) has been appointed as the new Director General of Civil Aviation and its Chief Executive Officer.

Chinese woman who left her child with Sri Lankan nanny arrested at BIA

A Chinese woman who attempted to leave her younger daughter aged three and half with her Sri Lankan nanny and flee from the country was arrested at the Katunayake International Airport by the Airport Police last night when she was about to board the plane.

Minister warns of imposing price control on eggs

In a bid to provide eggs at a reasonable price ahead of the upcoming festive season, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said a controlled price will be imposed in light of soaring prices.

Canadian High Commissioner meets Anura Dissanayake

Canadian High Commissioner Eric Walsh met National People’s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the JVP Headquaters today where they discussed the economic and politcal situation in Sri Lanka.

Space One rocket explodes soon after launch in Japan

A rocket made by a Japanese company has exploded seconds after it was launched with the goal of putting a satellite into orbit.

Young Journalists’ Association challenges IGP’s appointment

The Young Journalists’ Association of Sri Lanka today filed a fundamental rights petition before the Supreme Court seeking an order to quash the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as the Inspector General of Police.

Sanga boosts Dorset charity fundraiser

Cricket icon Kumar Sangakkara wowed a packed audience at the Crown Hotel in Blandford to help raise money for charity.

Sri Lanka Cricket to send teams to play T20 matches in Japan

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) signed an MOU with the Japan Cricket Association (JCA) to help Japan develop its game through collaborations, exchanges, and also providing expertise pertaining to the game.

Biden, Trump clinch nominations, kicking off bruising presidential rematch

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump both clinched their parties’ nomination on Tuesday, kicking off the first U.S. presidential election rematch in nearly 70 years.

GMOA raises concerns over establishment of medicine faculty at NSBM

On the heels of the cabinet nod to establish a medical faculty at the National School of Business Management (NSBM), the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has expressed reservations, questioning the necessity of the move as it appears unrealistic.

NPP warns foreign countries against purchasing state property

While urging the government to stop selling state property with a national election within sight, the National People’s Power (NPP) yesterday warned any interested parties to reconsider before purchasing state property as a future NPP government would have to take decisions against such deals.

Immigration nabs 21 Indian nationals operating in online marketing centre

The Department of Immigration and Emigration took 21 young Indian nationals into custody yesterday for operating at an online marketing centre in Negombo by violating their tourist visa conditions.

IMF should call on Sri Lanka to abandon proposed NGO law, says HRW

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) should urge Sri Lanka’s government to abandon the proposed Non-Governmental Organizations (Registration and Supervision) Act, impose a moratorium on the use of the Online Safety Act, and amend the Anti-Terrorism Bill to ensure that it respects human rights standards, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said.

Sri Lanka eye on winning start in ODI Series

Buoyed by their thrilling 2-1 Twenty20 International (T20I) Series victory against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka gear up for a three-match One Day International (ODI) Series starting today at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.

Investigations after report from Tirukkovil education zone

The Education Ministry is to launch an investigation after receiving the report from the Tirukkovil Education Zone regarding the death of the 16-year-old schoolboy in Ampara after collapsing while participating in a marathon race.

Repeated reminders from Education Ministry over extreme heat

Letters have been sent to all Provincial Education Directors, recalling the recommendations on how schools should act during the current high temperatures.

Pets at risk: Heatstroke threatens pets in soaring temperatures

Following the current high temperature, pets, especially dogs and cats, face significant health risks from heatstroke as they primarily dissipate heat through panting, with limited sweating through paw pads and the nose, unlike humans, City Pet Animal Hospital Managing Director Dr. Sugath Premachandra said.

Tourists doing business: Sri Lanka to get tough

The government will soon strengthen its laws to prevent foreign nationals from operating businesses in the country while they are under tourist visas and have already begun conducting raids in the south, the Daily Mirror learns.

NPP support surge linked to opposition weakness

The surge in the support for the National People’s Power (NPP) led by Anura Kumara Dissanayaka can be attributed to the weakness of the Opposition, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said.

AG will not defend cops involved in Narammala police shooting incident

The Attorney General’s Department yesterday informed Supreme Court that the Attorney General would not appear on behalf of the respondent police officers who were involved in the Narammala police shooting.

Migrated doctors return easing shortage concerns

Doctors who had previously left Sri Lanka for various reasons are now returning to the country, providing a hopeful alleviation of the ongoing shortage of doctors, the Health Ministry said.

Confusion, errors marred Ottawa police communications after family’s killing

Ottawa police admit they made mistakes last week when communicating key information about the city’s worst mass killing in recent history.

China technology giant Xiaomi starts electric car sales

Chinese technology giant Xiaomi says it will start deliveries of its first electric vehicle (EV) this month - its first ever foray into the competitive automotive industry.

Business Center at Port City...

The Port City Colombo today marked a significant milestone with the ground-breaking ceremony for its premier business park, the Business Centre. CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd., said the event transcends a simple building construction – it signifies the dawn of a new era for Sri Lanka’s economic landscape. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

SJB to seek nutrition package from IMF next week: Sajith

Whilst revealing that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will meet IMF officials next week, Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa today said his party will request for IMF assistance for a nutrition package for women and school children.

Chief Secretaries appointed to Northern and Wayamba Provinces

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Chief Secretaries to the Northern Province and Wayamba Province, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

We don’t need intermediaries to meet IMF team: Hadunnetti

Claiming that they were not ready to meet IMF delegation through any intermediaries, former JVP MP Sunil Hadunnetti said today the National People’s Power (NPP) was scheduled to meet the high level IMF delegation this Thursday (14) following a request made by the IMF team.

New British envoy visits Gangaramaya Temple

Newly appointed British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick visited the Gangaramaya Temple today to invoke blessings on his new appointment. During the visit, Deputy Incumbent of the temple Ven. Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera presented the High Commissioner with the book “Twentieth Century Impressions of Ceylon’’ published by the Gangaramaya Temple. Pic by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Planetarium to reopen tomorrow after repairs

The Sri Lanka Planetarium, which underwent urgent repairs prompting its closure, will reopen its doors to the public starting tomorrow, March 13th, announced Dr. Uthpala Alahakoon, Director of the Education Ministry.

Sri Lanka aims for 2.3Mn tourists, USD 4Bn in 2024

Sri Lanka tourism aims to attract 2.3 million tourists in 2024 and earn over USD 4 billion, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said.