Move to privatize CEB on IMF conditions: Vijitha Herath

He said fuel, gas prices and electricity tariffs were increased as per the conditions of the IMF

In recognition of services to the country, religion, and national security Gen. Shavendra bestowed with ‘Mahamanya Prathapadi-Keshwara’

Mahanayake of the Malwatta Chapter Ven. Thibbotuwawe Sri Siddhartha Sumangala Thera said the Security Forces had saved the country from many a disaster and crisis and it was imperative that Gen. Shavendra Silva who ha

Within two months CEB restructuring plan to be submitted in Parliament

​Claiming that the committee appointed on restructuring the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) would submit its preliminary str

Govt. suppressing dissent despite previous undertakings

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) charged yesterday that the government was using the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to suppress dissent, peaceful protests and freedom of expression guaranteed under the Constitution de

Ranjan Ramanayake tipped to receive several appointments

Ramanayake will be made a member of the SJB working committee and a member of the SJB parliamentary group. He will also spearhead the anti corruption effort of the SJB

SSP Ruwan Gunasekara appointed Director Police Legal Division

Attorney-at-Law SSP Ruwan Gunasekara has been appointed as the Director of the Legal Division of Sri Lanka Police.

Speaker unveils portrait of Sir D.B. Jayatilaka at the High Commission of SL in New Delhi

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena unveiled a portrait of Sir D.B. Jayatilaka, Sri Lanka’s first representative to India yesterday at the High Commission of Sri Lanka in New Delhi, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the establishm

Take action against human rights violations in SL; Sri Lankans in Europe protest at Geneva

A large crowd of Sri Lankan expatriates and permanent residents of Europe conducted a demonstration in front of the United Nations office in Geneva, Switzerland yesterday demanding justice for human rights violations and intimidation of protesters in Sri Lanka.

Chinese company refuses to budge

A Chinese fertilizer company involved in a dispute with Sri Lanka has refused to budge and had demanded that Sri Lanka

Chinese ambassador assures support during meeting with Mahanayake Theras

Chinese Buddhist Society has planned to help the Buddhist temples and the monks in addition to the economic cooperation to the country

No fuel shortage; CPC says fuel distribution functions smooth

The Sapugaskanda refinery has resumed its operations and necessary steps have been taken to continue refining and supplying fuel

Govt. employees leave form for foreign employment reduced to 2 pages

Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Local Government and Provincial Councils has decided to reduce the pages of the form that employees have to submit when they seek to leave for employment abroad.

PM, IMF discuss welfare of vulnerable groups

IMF Negotiation Panel Head Peter Breuer, said his delegation would hold discussions with the government, opposition and other stakeholders and report to the IMF Board

SL envoy woos Chinese investment in solar, wind energy

Sri Lankan Ambassador to China Dr. Palitha Kohona said Sri Lanka is an ideal spot for solar energy development and also wind energ

Police to expand probe on illegal foreign currency traders, methods

Exchanging foreign currency is taking place illegally through the ‘Hawala’ or ‘Undial’ system

International forces want to keep Sri Lanka as a weak state: Vajira

Whilst highlighting that some international forces might want to keep Sri Lanka as a weak state UNP MP Vajira Abey

Police SI arrested for gem mining

A SI attached to Maskeliya police and five others were arrested in the early hours of yesterday on suspicion of illicit gem min

No pity for Sri Lanka by donor nations: SLFP

It is extremely doubtful that donor countries or global financial agencies would extend a helping hand or their good office

Budget 2023 – 24 Need for a complete overhaul of the system of governance: Bandula

The budget 2023 - 24 will provide a paradigm shift to the entire system of governance in Sri Lanka with drastic changes to economic fundamentals, budget control, monetary management and the continuation of State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) among other proposals, Mass Media, Transport and Highways Minister Bandula Gunawardena said.

Ranjan free at last

Former MP Ranjan Ramanayake waves to the crowds who gathered at the Welikada Prison after he was released from prison on conditions.

Ranjan visits Gangaramaya Temple

Ranjan Ramanayake who was released yesterday visited the Gangaramaya Temple and received blessings.

UK too relaxes travel restrictions on Sri Lanka

The UK government has also relaxed travel restrictions on Sri Lanka saying it no longer advises against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka. France, Switzerland, and Norway earlier relaxed their travel restrictions for their citizen to travel to Sri Lanka.

Ranjan says will stay independent without joining any political party for now

Former MP Ranjan Ramanayake who came out of prison after having been granted a conditional pardon yesterday said h

BIA Customs thwart attempt to smuggle in Rs.16Mn worth fags with five inbound passengers

A fine of Rs.25, 000 was imposed on each suspect

Derailment on upcountry line

The derailed observation saloon was rerailed by 3.30 am yesterday

U.S. Donates 3,000MT of food to feed Sri Lankan school children

The donation is part of a larger one of 3,000 tonnes of food

Debt relief China says ball is in Sri Lanka’s court

Responding to Sri Lanka’s request for China to change its tune on debt relief, a spokesman for the Chinese embassy said the ball is in Sri Lanka’s court, not China’s. The spokesman told Daily Mirror said China communicat

Ranjan has not got full freedom as he has not been given civic rights: Sajith

We will appoint Ramanayake from the SJB national list whenever a vacancy occurs

Detention of Wasantha Mudalige under PTA challenged in Supreme Court

Petitioner further stated that the Detention Order is contrary to the established principles of law

Need to sort out the problems among the ethnic groups says former MP Zuhair

Certain measures being unlawfully pursued will enhance radicalization and counter-radicalization in the country, leading to conflicts