To clarify outcome of the discussions held with IMF Ranil to make special statement in Parliament today:Bandula

Says foreign media in the US had reported that the negotiations with th

Lt. Col. assaulting civilian at fuel shed Army initiates internal investigation

An internal investigation had been initiated by the Sri Lanka Army in connection with the incident at a petrol shed at Yaggahapitiya

“I am proud to have won this for my motherland at this difficult time’’ - Yupun

Olympic Sprinter Yupun Abeykoon who set a new men’s 100m record in South Asia, with a time of 9.96 secs at the Resisprint International Competition in Switzerland said he was proud to have won this at a time when Sri Lanka was facing a crisis

A/L Exam to be delayed by one month: Minister

The Advanced Level Examination (A/L) which was scheduled for November this year would be delayed by one month, E

In accident involving Jackson Anthony Search for wild elephant

Department of Wildlife Conservation had yesterday deployed two teams to track down the wild elephant involved in the

SC calls for fuel procurement and distribution plan

Petitioners state they were compelled to come before Court due to the severe shortages in essential goods and services

Going through tough times

Due to the severe fuel crisis in the country, people have to spend days near filling stations. Here, a group of people wait for their

Country heading for unofficial lockdown?

Govt. considering urgent measures to ensure sufficient fuel for essential services

Fuel shortage hits Suwa Seriya ambulance service

The number of patients who are taken to hospital daily has risen to 1,600 from 1,000

Lanka IOC starts dispatching fuel bowsers

Lanka IOC commenced dispatching fuel bowsers from its LIOC Trincomalee Oil Terminal from midnight Saturday (2) with the

Heavy rains wreak havoc in the central hills

The DMC warned drivers to be cautious of possible earth slips when using the Hatton- Nuwara Eliya road and the Hatton-Colombo road

Extensive damage to boats and Colombo-Galle main road by massive tidal wave

The tidal wave had inundated several areas from Usmudunawa in Ambalangoda to Ahangama. Samudra Mawatha , Harbour Police ground, the customs office in Galle and several business establishments had gone under water

Schools to close until next Friday

All government and government approved private schools will be closed until Friday

Prevent a tragedy and go home : Kiriella

It is obvious that the IMF would not approve substantial financial assistance to Sri Lanka

US Senate says IMF agreement must depend on key reforms

Approval would require adequate financing assurances from Sri Lanka’s creditors that debt sustainability will be restored

Accident involving artiste Jackson Anthony Elephant reportedly not seriously injured: Officials

The elephant had fled to the nearby jungle following the accident

21st A, is to cheat the country

According to the draft of the 21st A, none of the clauses envisages clipping of powers of the executive President therefore it will not affect the incumbent, Gotabaya Rajapaksa

500 buses to be purchased under Indian line of credit

These buses would ply in Colombo starting from the park and ride spots

Human tsunami set to wipe out incompetent rulers : TU’s

Workers from all Institutions state and private, from all households will march to Colombo on that day

SLTDA Chairman complains to IGP over incident involving a Police Officer and a tourist

The manner in which the Police Officer conducted himself is disgraceful and reflects negatively on the entire Police Force of Sri Lanka

In a bid to reduce severe congestion One-day service passports from three regional offices from today

Applicants who wish to seek the one-day service have to book an appointment through the department’s website

Petrol and diesel shipments to be received between July 8 and July 23: Minister

USD 28 million deposited on June 30 as pre-payment for 40,000MT of auto diesel the shipment is expected to arrive in the country between July 11 and 14

Free Media Movement appoints new office bearers

The Free Media Movement recently appointed its new office bearers for the year 2022 – 2023 at its Annual General Meeting held at the Sri Lanka Press Institute auditorium.

Gotagogama protest in front of Galle town, shifted to Galle ramparts

Protesters said the police and the security forces illegally removed the protestors and violated the fundamental rights of the people

Deployment of army personnel to disperse Galle Fort protest Two lawyers file FR petition

This incident happened when the second day of the first test match was being played between the Sri Lankan and Australian Cricket teams

Programme with IMF and development activities... Japan ready to assist Sri Lanka - Japanese Ambassador

Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mizukoshi Hideaki said that Japan is ready to provide continuous support to Sri Lanka while strengthening relations between the two countries, for Sri Lanka’s economic programme with the Intern

Politicians should learn a lesson from the current SL cricket team - Dulles

Political parties and politicians have lost the confidence among voters

BOI launches long term residence visa programme for investors

The BOI annually issues 7,500-8,000 visa recommendations for investors, employees and dependents

Railway workers begin lightning strike

Railway guards and engine drivers have launched a lightning strike, Railway Trade Unions said. They hav

Army Sergeant arrested for allegedly stealing rice

An Army sergeant had been arrested yesterday on suspicion of stealing 25kilos of rice from a trishaw parked in Moneragala town. Police that in