Court of Appeal recognises applicability of RTI Act on State bank exam

The Court of Appeal delivered a judgment recognising the applicability of the provisions of the Right to Information Act (RTI Act) in respect of a competitive examination conducted to recruit employees to a State run bank.

Wanindu - Worthy Wildcard?

Wanindu Hasaranga has already become one of the most popular Sri Lankan captains in the recent past just a few games into his new tenure as the skipper of the Sri Lanka T20 team.

Constitutional Council has not approved Deshabandu’s appointment: Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said the Constitutional Council (CC) has not approved the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as the new IGP.

Cabinet nod to suspend ’Parate execution’

The Cabinet has decided to suspend ’Parate executions’ till December 15, 2024, Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapaksha said.

Deshabandu Tennakoon appointed as IGP

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Deshabandu Tennakoon as the IGP in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Circular issued on essential precautions for schoolchildren during dry weather

The Education Ministry has released a circular outlining necessary precautions for schoolchildren amidst the prevailing dry weather conditions nationwide.

SriLankan Airlines faces permanent grounding?

Restructuring of the national carrier SriLankan Airlines is in tatters after Sunday’s ground handling debacle, Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation Nimal Siripala de Silva said today.

Lanka T10 League set to kick off in December

The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League is set to take place from December 12 to December 22, 2024.

Sri Lanka Planetarium to be closed to public

The Sri Lanka Planetarium will remain closed to the public from tomorrow (27) until March 12, the Education Ministry announced.

Opposition Leader’s donation stolen from primary school

The Avissawella Police have initiated an investigation into the theft of Rs. 100,000 from a primary school office, a donation made by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa a few days ago.

Palestinian Prime Minister submits resignation

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh and his government have submitted their resignations, he announced Monday.

Burglary at Vietnam Embassy official’s house: Court issues open warrant on suspect

The Colombo Chief Magistrate today issued an open warrant for the arrest of the main suspect allegedly involved in stealing over Rs. 1 million from a house in Ward Place, Colombo, where the administrative officer of the Vietnam Embassy resides.

SLTDA notice to Russian and Ukraine tourists taken down

The notice published on the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) official website notifying Russian and Ukraine tourists to get their visas in order, has been taken down.

Plastics account for 10 percent of waste collected by local authorities

Plastic wastes account for about 10 percent of the waste collected by local authorities, out of which about 70 percent is packaging plastic such as single-use plastic (SUP) shopping bags (40%) and lunch sheets (10%), according to a survey conducted by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Sri Lanka exporters to maintain king coconut prices at Rs 2,000

In a move to bolster Sri Lanka’s position as a leading exporter of king coconuts, exporters have agreed to uphold prices at 2000 rupees per fruit, announced Minister of Agriculture and Plantation Industry, Mahinda Amaraweera.

United Petroleum secures contract to supply petroleum products in Sri Lanka

United Petroleum Australia Pty Ltd has entered a contract with Ministry of Power and Energy to supply Petroleum products in Sri Lankan Market, a statement from the company said.

US airman sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington

A U.S. military service member set himself on fire, in an apparent act of protest against the war in Gaza, outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington on Sunday afternoon, authorities said.

Opposition decides to bring in no faith motion against Speaker

Opposition parties have decided to bring in a no confidence motion against Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, a short while ago.

Kelaniya University Students’ Union president arrested

Kelum Mudannayake, the president of the Kelaniya University Students’ Union, has been taken into custody by the Public Complaints Division of the Criminal Investigation Department.

Philatelic Exhibition at Public Library

An exhibition of vintage stamps and coins was held over the weekend at the Public Library in Colombo. Several stamps and other vintage articles were also exhibited and sold at this exhibition. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Composition of expert committee to be expanded

In light of the gravity and complexity of the sequence of events surrounding the recent deaths at the dialysis unit of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital, the Health Ministry is considering expanding the composition of the five-member committee tasked with investigating into the matter, the Daily Mirror learns.

Bangladesh court halts wild elephant adoption

A Bangladeshi court on Sunday barred the adoption of elephants from the wild, a move hailed by animal rights activists as a ’’landmark’’ order to help stop cruelty.

Acting IGP Tennakoon’s term likely to be extended amid ’Yukthiya’ operation

Following the ongoing Island-wide ’’Yukthiya’’ operation against underworld criminals and narcotics, President Ranil Wickremesinghe is likely to extend Deshabandu Tennakoon’s appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Daily Mirror learns.

Senior U.S Diplomat Elizabeth Horst tipped to be new Ambassador to SL

Senior U. S. diplomat Elizabeth Kathryn Horst is designated to be appointed new American ambassador to Sri Lanka succeeding Ms. Julie Chung whose stint will end soon , Daily Mirror learns.

Public Health Inspector shot dead in Elpitiya

A Public Health Inspector (PHI) was shot dead in Divithurugama, Elpitiya this morning, police said.

Registration for Korean exam online from today: SLBFE

The Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau (SLBFE) announced that the issuing of admissions for the Korean language test for 2024 will be held online only from February 26 to 29.

Long term Ukraine, Russian tourists asked to leave amidst rising concerns

In an urgent move to prevent any diplomatic tension between Russia and Sri Lanka, President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday ordered an immediate investigation into the circular that had been released by the Head of the Immigration and Emigration Department to the Tourism Ministry Secretary stating that Russian and Ukrainian tourists living long term in Sri Lanka had to leave within 14 days.

CBSL seeks opportunity to explain salary hike

As the Central Bank has come under fresh spotlight for the recent salary hike, the financial sector regulator yesterday said....

Civilians allowed to visit seven Hindu temples in Jaffna High Security Zone

The Sri Lanka Army has announced the granting of permission for the public to visit seven Hindu temples (Kovils) situated within the high-security zone under the jurisdiction of the Security Forces Headquarters in Jaffna.

Russian Embassy responds to controversial ‘white only’ party

The Russian Embassy in Colombo expressed serious concern over the recent controversial night party planned in Unawatuna on February 24, 2024, which was subsequently called off following public outcry.