Sri Lanka to establish new energy sector regulator

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to establish a dedicated regulator for the energy sector. Taking to th

One soldier dead, nine injured in road crash

Deceased identified as a 39-year-old resident from Galgamuwa

Sajith never attends dinners hosted by Ranil Wickremesinghe

Refuting reports that Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa avoided meeting visiting Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, SJB MP Nalin Bandara said yesterday that Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa did not get an appointment from the Iranian

Ulapane Sumangala Thera granted bail

He was held in remand custody for allegedly defying a Court order

Children sent abroad for higher education purposes: CID

The controversial child smuggling racket from Sri Lanka to Malaysia, which raised concerns of many regarding the fate of

Revenue from tax on tobacco declines: COPF

Emphasizes the need for digitalization of Excise Dept.

Fresh landslide risk in Badulla, ten families evacuated

This area was identified as a landslide risk zone in 2019

Massive money transferring scam from accounts without notice: MP reveals

Rs. 1.1Mn transferred from the account of a Buddhist monk in Balangoda using this method

Govt. concerned over project implementation at snail’s pace

Massive allocation for development work ahead elections

Mano Ganesan requests China to help Sri Lanka join BRICS

Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) leader Mano Ganesan said China plays a key role in the Asia-centric world today, and it should help Sri Lanka to join BRICS- the grouping of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates. Taking to X, he said India, Russia are well placed in the BRICS grouping.

Cabinet nod to transfer China-built Mattala airport’s management to Indian, Russian joint venture

Commercial agreement to be signed soon

Foreign powers intensify surveillance on Presidential elections as strategic interests take centre stage

Ahead of the presidential election scheduled for October this year, the foreign powers have ramped up their efforts in the assessment of ground political developments as was in the case of vital elections in the past.

New uterine loop for monkey birth control

The Veterinary Faculty at Peradeniya University has introduced a novel small-sized loop designed for implantation into the uterus of female monkeys to effectively prevent pregnancy.

Sajith avoids reception hosted for Iranian President

Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa yesterday avoided meeting the visiting President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi, it was reported yesterday.

Do not be afraid to use weapons, Minister Alles tells police

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles told the police yesterday that eliminating criminals from the country is not a sin and not to be afraid to use weapons.

Let’s not get into a ‘Aragalaya’ again: President

While highlighting that the economy in on the mend, President Ranil Wickremesinghe pleaded for people not to resort to another ‘Aragalaya’ which would escalate chaos in the country.

Businessman claims Rs.50 million from Gota, Mahinda, Basil for mishandling economic crisis

A businessman, who was adversely affected by the country’s economic crisis, has sent letters of demand claiming Rs.50 million as damages from former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa, former CBSL Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal and the Monterey Board for mishandling the economic crisis in the country.

Undercover cops to combat criminal activities in prisons: IGP

In light of ongoing criminal activities within prison facilities, police have initiated decisive measures to deploy undercover officers to monitor and thwart illicit operations within the prisons.

SLAS appoints independent committee for investigation

While the Sri Lanka Army is conducting an inquiry, a three-member independent committee head by a Senior President’s Counsel has been appointed by Sri Lanka Automobile Sports (SLAS) to conduct an Inquiry the tragic incident that occurred during the Fox Hill Supercross 2024 event at Diyathalawa.

Sri Lanka and China discuss vehicle manufacturing investment

A meeting between the China Association of Small and Medium-commercial Enterprises (CASMCE) and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena took place yesterday at Temple Trees, focusing on bilateral cooperation and investment opportunities.

No footboard riding allowed, no liability for accidents: Railways Department

In light of the numerous complaints received, the Railways department has stated that riding on the footboards of express trains is strictly prohibited. They have made it clear that they will not assume responsibility for any accidents involving both locals and foreign tourists.

Six patients claim Rs.600 million from Keheliya and others for permanent loss of sight

Six patients who were subjected to permanent loss of sight due to the use of substandard ‘Prednisolone Acetatean’, eye drop used after cataract surgeries at Nuwara Eliya General Hospital, have sent Letters of Demand claiming compensation of Rs.100 million each from Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and eight others for the damage caused to their eyes and possible threats to their life.

SLPP, UNP initiates action for forming broad alliance

In its first move for the formation of a broad political alliance, President Ranil Wickremesinghe had a meeting with Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) stalwart Basil Rajapaksa and representatives of other parties and groups, and decided to accelerate political work in view of the presidential election after May Day.

Here is the way!

President Ranil Wickremesinghe discusses a point with visiting Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi near the plaque after the inauguration of the Uma Oya project.

Iran, Sri Lanka boost bilateral bonding in Uma Oya project unveiling

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi who was in Sri Lanka for a short visit to inaugurate the Uma Oya project said his country was ready for stronger ties with Sri Lanka as a sovereign, independent country.

Road closures spark public outcry during Iranian President’s visit

The closure of roads in Colombo without prior notice during evening rush hours as part of security arrangements for the visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi inconvenienced the public and motorists alike.

GMOA wants decision on KDU medical degree admission suspended

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has requested the government to suspend the recent Cabinet decision which approved local students to gain admission to the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University’s medical degree programme.

SLFP becomes rudderless

Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) faction led by former President Maithripala Sirisena has become rudderless now with the legal bar on Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe from functioning as the acting chairman.

SL took minimal steps to punish officials who committed human rights abuses: US report

Sri Lanka took minimal steps to identify and punish officials who may have committed human rights abuses, the 2023 report issued by the US State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labour on Sri Lanka’s Human Rights Practices has alleged. The report said that significant human rights issues such as arbitrary or unlawful killings, including extrajudicial killings, torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment by

Iranian President’s visit Sri Lanka withstands western pressure

Sri Lanka withstood pressure from some quarters of the Western world and proceeded with the visit of Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi. He will arrive in the country today in response to a special invitation extended by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, marking the first visit of an Iranian President to Sri Lanka since former President Dr. Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s visit in April 2008.