SF calls for the arrest of Keheliya

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Chairman Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka called for the arrest of former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella. “Former Minister Rambukwella should be arrested, while legal action should be taken against him as well,” Fonseka said in his latest Facebook Post. Meanwhile, another SJB MP said the new Health Minister should conduct a probe to determine as to who is behind the pharmaceutical mafia. “Appointin

400 wild elephants dead this year

The wildlife department has reported that a total of 400 wild elephants have died this year. They said nearly 200 of the wild elephant deaths were a result of conflicts between elephants and humans. Many wild elephants have died in shootings and road accidents. Meanwhile, wild elephants are also reported to have died due to various diseases. The department said that there are about 6,000 elephants in the country. Due to the loss of habitat

Wild elephants destroy cultivated crops

A herd of wild elephants that roamed into Thalgahapothana and Dachchahalmillewa villages on Sunday night (22) had caused much havoc destroying cultivated land and home garden crops. The villagers said they had been facing the threat of the marauding herd of about 13 jumbos roaming into the villages in Kahatagasdigiliya division from a nearby forest reserve for the last weeks, but the wildlife conservators turned a deaf ear to their repr

If I had taken my sandal before he touched my neck...

I was compelled to defended myself by hitting him with my bag

CCD arrests five suspects over alleged Dubai-backed murder plot

It was revealed that the individuals had allegedly devised a plan to murder a local businessman in the area, with purported instructions from an organized criminal figure located in Dubai

Govt aims to generate 4,000 MW of electricity through solar panels- Kanchana

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera yesterday said that his ministry intends to designate 14,000 acres of land and water areas for the purpose of generating 4,000 MW of electricity through the installation of solar panels within the next six years Addressing the media, he said that the Min

Parliamentary committee recommends informing U.S. ambassador refrain from commenting on SL’s internal affairs

The Parliament’s Sectoral Oversight Committee on National Security has recommended informing US Ambassador Julie Chung, urging her to refrain from making statements regarding the internal affairs of Sri Lanka in the futu

Harin’s expulsion cases postponed as SC bench not properly constituted

The two Ministers are seeking a declaration that they have not ceased to be MPs

Power generation remains below expected levels, despite heavy rainfall: Minister

The rainfall in the area where the primary reservoirs responsible for power generation remain below the expected levels, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said, He said, “In lig

House of Lords Conservative peer highlights Chinese investment in SL amidst cuts to overseas aid budget

Citing Sri Lanka as a prime example, UK’s Conservative peer Lord Hugo Swire drew attention to the adverse effects of cutting the UK’s overseas aid budget, which has inadvertently created opportunities for other countries, notably China, to step in and provid

GMOA calls for a clean sweep as new Health Minister takes charge

Says the new minister needs to be supported by a bunch of genuine and dedicated officials

Probe launched over illicit import of electric vehicles under migrant worker scheme

Customs sized seven vehicles

Kidnapped billionaire narrowly evades capture in Kalpitiya showdown with impersonating gang

The gang claiming as officials of the Anti-Narcotic Bureau had forced him into the vehicle

Jail term for wife who brought narcotics to husband in remand

Drugs were concealed in a cup of yoghurt

PHIs warn of four-fold disease horror in Sri Lanka

Dengue, eye diseases, diarrhoea, and respiratory illnesses are spreading rapidly

SLPP discontent with President over SLFPers getting additional subjects in Cabinet shake-up

President Ranil Wickremesinghe effected a mini change in his Cabinet, mainly by removing Mr. Keheliya Rambukwella fro

Palestinian Ambassador breaks down in tears

Palestinian Ambassador Dr. Zuhair M.H. Zaid broke down in tears when a group of multi-religious leaders called on him to express their

New legislation will be brought in to discipline MPs: President

An authority will be appointed to monitor the behaviour of MPs as done in many countries

Bill of a wedding reception paid with Municipal Funds

A senior official of the Municipal council had misused funds received to the Shroff’s’ Branch as taxes to settle the bills of a wedding reception in her family

A COUNTRY WITHOUT GOOGLE ? LAWYERS WARN OF DEATH KNELL for INTERNET, FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION BY ONLINE SAFETY BILL

The Bar Association, media institutions, advocacy groups, and more than 40 other petitioners challenged the Online Safety Bill in a two-day hearing before the Supreme Court judges Priyantha Jayawardhene, Achala Wengappuli, and Shiran Gunarathne last week. The petitioners warned that the Bill provides very little online safety but is drafted to stop people from expressing ideas and views on the internet and social media. They showed how the Bil

Family members suspect foul play over Lalith Kotelawala’s death

The family members of late businessman Deshamanya Dr. Lalith Kotelawala yesterday sought an order from the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court to conduct a post-mortem examination into the death of Mr. Kotelawala citing his death occurred in suspicious circumstances. The family members

The need for US to directly engage with Sri Lanka on its own terms discussed

Importance of domestic economic regulatory reforms to strengthen trade and increase incentives for American investments discussed

SC holds night hearing into Online Safety Bill

The Supreme Court on Wednesday and Thursday (19) held night hearings into the Online Safety Bill taking into consideration the time constraints and large number of petitions filed challenging the constitutionality of the bill.

Lawyers express concern over Commission on electoral process

The ‘Lawyers’ Collective’-a group comprising eminent personalities in the law profession- has issued a press release stressing their concerns regarding some of the present government’s decisions which undermine the electoral process, the questionable appointment of a Commission of Inquiry, provisions made to stifle the media and issues related to the upcoming elections.

A delegation from the Vedda community visits Jaffna

They are scheduled to attend several programmes and religious observances at important places of worship

reason for noise in Wewathenna playground Water running through vacuum underground:Prof. Senaratne

Geolgists have confirmed that villagers need not entertain fears about the unusual noise heard from the earth at the Wewathenna playground in Kotmale. Senior Professor of the Department of Geology in Peradeniya University Athula Senaratne who carried out an inspection of the area said the flow of water and air through an area of vacuum underground had caused

Sri Lankan lawmakers express mixed views on Israel-Palestine conflict

Sri Lankan Parliament yesterday called for a ceasefire in Gaza and called for a peaceful solution to the Israel Palestine conflict.

SC concludes hearing into Online Safety Bill

Determination to be communicated to Speaker

Committee excellence mission Sri Lankan MPs seek inspiration from U.S. Congress

A team including chairpersons and members of the Sectoral Oversight Committees of Parliament of Sri Lanka will leave for the United States of America on October 21 and 22 to study the committee process of the United States Congress, with t

Suspending sale of soft alcohol by SLTDA approved hotels, restaurants CA reverse order

The Excise Chief yesterday revoked his previous order given on Wednesday, now enabling the sale of soft liquor by hotels and restaurants approved under Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) with immediate effect. The Excise Commissioner G