Petition challenging appointment of Ranil as MP: SC to deliver order today

The Petitioner states that he is entitled to a declaration that his right to equality and equal treatment before law under Article 12(1) has been violated by the Election Commission who had elected Ranil Wickremasinghe without jurisdiction

Set aside political differences and agendas: CBC’s appeal to MPs

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference yesterday urged all MPs to set aside their political differences and agendas and then come to a consensus to appoint an interim President and Prime Minister who is honest and able to muster every

Will decide whom to support today: TPA

CID launches probe reports of Rs. 45mn being withdrawn by three leading Galle Face protesters

No complaints have been made regarding the allegation so far

Prevent major catastrophe Elect a President acceptable to all: NFS

If a politician detested, rejected and hated by the entire nation was elected as the President, no one would be able to prevent the country plunging into a major inferno

MPs receive threats ahead of Presidential vote

Many Parliamentarians, including those from the ruling parties, have complained they have received threats from individuals, saying they would face consequences if they vote for Ranil Wickremesinghe in Wednesday’s Presidential vote, the Daily Mirror learns.

Corruption case against Wimal fixed for September 13

Indictments were filed under 39 incidents based on monitory and property transactions estimated at Rs.75 million

BASL urges Acting President to revoke Emergency Regulations

BASL is of the view that a declaration of a State of Emergency is not the answer to the present situation in the country

State of Emergency declared

Declared in the interests of public security, the protection of public order and the maintenance of supplies and services

Expectant mother and daughter die in train accident, four seriously injured

An expectant mother and her ten year old daughter died and four others were seriously injured when a car hit a m

Ranjan’s expected release may be a ploy: Hirunika

The objective behind the expected release of former MP Ranjan Ramanayake may be a ploy to attract certain political groups, said former SJB MP Hirunika Premachandra yesterday.

Sajith strikes agreement with Dullas: Madduma Bandara

Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa has managed to strike an agreement with MP Dullas Alahapperuma who has also announced his candidature for the Presidency, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary R

All party meeting in Indian Parliament on SL crisis

Indian finance assistance for Sri Lanka in the current year amounts to US $ 3.8 billion

Acting Prez initiates fresh probe on Easter Sunday attacks

Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe said with regard to the Easter Sunday attacks, he is requesting the assistance of the UK Government and their intelligence services. In a special statement, Acting President Wick

SPEAKER DECRIES UNVERIFIED STATEMENTS ON ELECTING A NEW PRESIDENT

Making statements on electing a new President without checking the facts and the legal background undermines the c

Fuel prices reduced

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Lanka Indian Oil Company decided yesterday to reduce the retail prices of their fuel. The price of Octane 92 petrol will be reduced by Rs.20 a litre to Rs.450.

SL is warning sign for OTHER countries : IMF Chief

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said yesterday that Sri Lanka is a warning sign to countries with high debt levels and limited policy space. Georgieva made these remarks at the hybrid meeting of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors held in Indonesia.

Falling from the fire into a volcano : Kiriella

The SJB never resorts to horse trading and buying MPs to ensure the victory of the opposition

Ready to withdraw nomination if two without future political agendas appointed as Prez, PM: AKD

Even though some political parties agreed to come to a consensus on the matter, their stance has been changed now

National Fuel Pass to be upgraded to register multiple vehicles: Minister

The National Fuel Pass will be upgraded in the next few days to give an option for businesses and organizations that operate multiple vehicles to register all their vehicles with the Business Registration Number, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

Guidelines to register with National Fuel Pass system

The National Fuel Pass portal was officially launched yesterday by the Power and Energy Ministry for easy and efficient fuel distribution. The first tim

Secret Ballot to elect President Acting President orders investigations into threats on MPs

Says moves underway by ‘insurgents’ to intimidate MPs against voting

CID launches probe on social media posts threatening MPs

The Police Headquarters instructed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to launch an investigation on those publishing certain posts on social media threatening parliamentarians.

G7 alliance on global food crisis has offered SL US dollars 14 million for food : Prez

Whilst revealing that G7 alliance on global food crisis has offered Sri Lanka US dollars 14 million to spend for food, Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday said there is much to be done to avoid third world countries such as Sri

Sri Lanka seeks enhanced political, economic, defence ties with Japan

Secretary, Foreign Affairs Aruni Wijewardane led bilateral consultations with a senior delegation from the Ministry of Foreign

Suspect arrested with 50 tear gas canisters stolen from police during protest

A 31-year-old man had been arrested with 50 tear gas canisters, which were stolen from police during a protest at Poldu

Army denies reports on suspension of Brigadier on duty at PM office

Brigadier Anil Somaweera of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry 142 Brigade Commander who was on duty at the Prime Minister’s Office when it was taken over by the protesters on July 13, has not been suspended over the incident, the Army said.

US organization donates medical supplies worth US$ 908,547 to SL

The United States said that in coordination with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sri Lanka, the first consignment of medicinal supplies reached Colombo via air on July 13, 2022

Kurundi vihara reconstruction suspended

The Mullaithivu magistrate’s court has ordered the removal of new constructions at the historic Kurundi Vihara Cheithiya. Chief Incumbent of the temple Ven. Galgamuwe Santhabodhi Thera said Magistrate R.Sarwanarajah made this orde

Saman Pushpakumara appointed SLFP chief organiser for Maharagama

Former President Maithripala Sirisena presents the letter of appointment to Maharagama Urban Council member Saman P