Poonam Pandey says ’’Didn’t die of cervical cancer’’

Poonam Pandey, model and reality TV star, today announced that she hasn’t died of cervical cancer. Her announcement on Instagram came a day after the model’s manager announced that she had died of cervical cancer.

Thai PM in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister of Thailand Srettha Thavisin arrived in the island this afternoon, accompanied by a delegation. He is to participate in Sri Lanka’s 76th Independence Day ceremony tomorrow (04) as the guest of honour. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Over 700 prisoners to be released on Independence Day: Prisons spokesman

A total of 754 prisoners including 25 female inmates will be released from prisons island-wide tomorrow on Presidential amnesty to mark the 76th Independence Day, Prisons Commissioner and Prisons Spokesman Gamini B. Dissanayake said.

Keheliya Rambukwella remanded until February 15

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday over the importation of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, has been remanded until February 15.

Thailand Prime Minister arrives in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister of Thailand Srettha Thavisin, arrived in the country a short while ago, the President’s Media Division said.

Indian submarine ’Karanj’ arrives in Colombo

INS ’Karanj’ – a submarine of the Indian Navy arrived at the port of Colombo today (03 February) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision of naval traditions.

Sri Lanka to take on Bangladesh in all-format tour next month

Sri Lanka will begin their all-format tour of Bangladesh next month with three T20Is, before the teams square off in ODI and Test series.

SLPP demands resolution of issues

In a recent meeting with President Ranil Wickremesinghe, the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) emphasized the necessity of addressing key issues before committing to support him in the upcoming presidential election, according to a reliable source.

Carl Weathers dies aged 76

US actor Carl Weathers has died at the age of 76, according to his family.

No special holiday on Monday

The Home Affairs Minister today announced that no special holiday has been declared for Monday (5) which is the day following the 76th Independence day.

CBK back in the fray to lead SLFP-LED People’s Alliance

Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has reinstated the membership of former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, enabling her to lead the party-dominated Podujana Eksath Peramuna (People’s Alliance), the Daily Mirror learns.

STF busts major narcotics haul worth Rs. 100 million in Wattala

The Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested a 39-year-old individual in Wattala and siezed 192,000 narcotic pills with a street value exceeding Rs. 100 million.

CID to produce Minister Keheliya Rambukwella before court today

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested yesterday by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) over the ongoing probe into the import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, will be produced before the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court today.

Yukthiya operation should not be passionate or personal initiative outside law

The Lawyers’ Collective, in an open letter to Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles yesterday said the Yukthiya Anti-drug Campaign must conform to the rule of law and should not be a passionate, personal initiative that seeks implementation outside the law.

FSL promote 14 officials as FIFA Referees

A total of 14 Sri Lankan referees were promoted by Football Sri Lanka (FSL) to officiate in international football matches under the direction of FIFA.

Fraud, corruption rampant at SPC : GMOF

Fraud and corruption activities persisted at the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation of Sri Lanka (SPC) during the tenure of former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, claims the Government Medical Officers’ Forum (GMOF).

Two police sergeants nabbed for soliciting Rs. 10,000 bribe

Officials from the Bribery Commission arrested two police sergeants at Madipola in Matale today on charges of soliciting a bribe of Rs. 10,000.

Rivalries aside...

President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, once political adversaries, share a moment at the inauguration of the Matara Festival of the Arts (MFA) today (02). This groundbreaking event showcases contemporary art and music from Sri Lanka and beyond, taking place at the historic Matara Fort till February 4.

Controversial Bollywood actor dies of cervical cancer

Bollywood actor and model Poonam Pandey has died from cervical cancer at the age of 32, according to a statement shared on social media that has shocked her fans.

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrested

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago in connection with the importation of substandard Immunoglobulin injections.

Vishwa, Prabath, Asitha wreck Afghanistan

Sri Lanka ended in a strong position at 80 for no loss with openers Nishan Madushka unbeaten on 36 and Dimuth Karunaratne on 42 on the opening day of the one-off Test match against Afghanistan at the SSC Grounds in Maitland Place.

Army Commander commended for historic parachute jump

Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, the Commander of the Army, received commendation for his recent ground-breaking static parachute jump.

Two arrested for alleged sexual assault, theft of American woman

Two suspects were arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 25-year-old American woman visiting Sri Lanka.

Former CIA hacker sentenced to 40 years in prison

A former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) software engineer who was convicted for carrying out, opens new tab the largest theft of classified information in the agency’s history and of child pornography charges was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Thursday.

Ongoing health strike to be called off

The trade unions representing the health sector have decided to suspend the ongoing strike action from 6.30 am tomorrow (03).

Nethmi, Dewmi steer SL Women to title win

A quick-fire 57-ball knock of 66 inclusive of eight boundaries by Nethmi Senaratne and a fine all-round performance by Dewmi Wijeratne helped Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 36 runs in the Women’s Under-19 Tri-Nation Twenty20 final played at the Sheikh Kamal Cricket Stadium in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

UN Human Rights office calls for amendment to Online Safety Act

The United Nations Human Rights office has urged the government to consider amending the controversial Online Safety Act to ensure it complies with human rights obligations.

Thalapathy’ Vijay announces he’s quitting cinema for full-time politics

The much-awaited announcement from actor Vijay is finally here. The Tamil star has announced the formation of his political party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam aka TVK (Tamil Nadu’s Victory Party), and shared a statement on X (formerly Twitter). The title of the party is.

Online Safety Bill gazetted, enacted as law

The controversial Online Safety Bill, which was passed in Parliament last week and was endorsed by Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena yesterday, was gazetted and enacted as law.

India releases pigeon accused of spying for China

Indian police released a pigeon after eight months in custody, as it was finally cleared of charges of being a suspected Chinese spy.