PM asks Russian billionaire to consider investments in Port City, Hambantota Port

Russian billionaire Andrey Igorevich Melnichenko was in SL on a private visit

Easter Sunday attack Azath Salley arrested for alleged connection - Minister

It was revealed that Salley has direct or indirect connection to the vandalising of Buddha statues in Mawanella and to the attack

Foreign-made pistol, ammo found in Azath Salley’s vehicle - Police

A foreign-made pistol with ammunition was recovered by the CID in a vehicle belonging to former Western Province Governor Azath Salley on Tuesday, Police Spokesman DIG Ajith Rohana said.

COVID vaccines don’t prevent asymptomatic infection - Expert

Those vaccinated can still develop infection & spread it

UNHRC India assures its support to protect territorial sovereignty of SL

India has assured its support to upkeep and protect the territorial sovereignty of Sri Lanka during the UNHRC, as our closest neighbour, Foreign Secretary Admiral Jayanath Colombage said.

President telephones Egyptian President Discusses anti-terrorism efforts

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa have had a telephone conversation where they discussed efforts to exchange multi-faceted experiences between the two countries including combating COVID-19, strengthening coordination and cooperation on anti-terrorism efforts.

Ex- ETI Directors remanded till March 30

The former directors of ETI and Swarnamahal Jewelers (Pvt) Ltd. who were arrested yesterday in connection with the Money Laundering Act were ordered to be remanded till March 30 by the Colombo Fort Magistrates Court.

Resolution on SL to be taken up at UNHRC on March 22

East- West divide on world’s stage over SL case

Legal action should be filed if he has made any hate speech - SJB MP

One could interpret such a move as suppression of his right to express

Change in quarantine strategy soon: DGHS Recipients of both vaccines could come to SL after spending two weeks before flying - NOCPCO

The quarantine strategy with regard to those who arrive from overseas will be changed soon, where those who received both vaccines against COVID-19 and spent two weeks in the countries wher

All BreadTalk outlets to be closed from March 20

First introduced to Sri Lanka by FoodBuzz in 2012

No travel restrictions for New Year

Govt. says no decision taken yet to impose such restrictions during upcoming festive season

Azath Salley arrested

National Unity Alliance (NUA) leader and former Western Province Governor Azath Salley was arrested by the CID in Colombo last evening in connection with a recent statement made by him, Police Spokesm

Cabinet did not discuss face cover ban: Keheliya

Decision must be taken after consulting religious and community representatives

District Court issues enjoining order preventing broadcast of Minister Weerawansa’s comment

Fmr Minister said that at the PCoI probe there was no evidence led against his brother

Cabinet Decisions

Procuring construction machinery, equipment and goods transporting vehicles and supplying them to government institutions. The government has planned to implement many developm

Resolution on Sri Lanka: UK attempts to woo India

A number of countries have already extended support for the resolution

Decision to ban burqa & niqab under discussion: Foreign Ministry

Referring to recent media reports made in regard to a proposal to ban the wearing of the burqa and niqab in Sri Lanka, Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage said that a decision has not been taken by the Government to impose such a ban, and it is merely a proposal, which is under discussion.

SL says will continue with Astra Zeneca jabs

Sri Lanka will continue using the Astra Zeneca vaccines despite some countries suspending its usage over fears that it causes blood clots.

Prof. Nalin de Silva quits Ambassadorial post

The reason for announcing decision was the fishermen’s issue

Sudden platelet drop in deceased person following vaccination

Blood and pathology tests to be carried out on deceased hotel worker to determine if it was due to complication caused by vaccine

SJB to repatriate Sri Lankan expatriates and start up quarantine centres

Programme to be set up in each electoral constituency

CID arrests Jeewaka, Anjalee, Asanka, Nalaka Edirisinghe

The CID has arrested former Swarnamahal Jewellers directors Jeewaka Edirisinghe, Anjalee Edirisinghe, Asanka Edirisinghe and Nalaka Edirisinghe, on charges of money laundering.

200 protests will be held during the coming days - Opposition Leader

We will produce an SJB President and form an SJB government in 2025

Govt. says face coverings to be banned, head coverings allowed

Decision taken in view of national security

SJB’s first anniversary rally at Hyde Park

SJB Leader and Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa greets the crowds during the rally held at Hyde Park to mark his party’s first anniversary yesterday. Pic by Kushan Pathiraja

Committee appointed to study PCoI report on Easter Sunday attacks About 80 per cent of observations on the report completed

Final report is expected to be handed over within the next few days

Revenue lost due to ‘sugar scam’ UNP urges Govt. to impose Excess Profit Tax

With the introduction of this tax, consumers will not be burdened as prices of goods will not be increased

I am not home quarantined

Responding to social media reports that health authorities had directed him to home quarantine following his recent visit to a foreign country, Minister Namal Rajapaksa said he is not serving home quarantine.

UNHRC process 40 countries join resolution on SL as co-sponsors and additional co-sponsors

Marshal Islands and Malawi are the only two non-European or western countries to sign it