One killed, another injured in shooting at Pettah; CCTV footage released

A 30 year old youth was killed and another was injured when unidentified men arrived in a motorcycle and opened fire on the

Railway Dept. to revise seat reservation charges from June 1

The Railway Department is contemplating to increase the seat reservation charges from 30% to 60% from June 1, Railway Depar

Deshabandu Tennakoon goes on leave: Acting SDIG for WP appointed

D.J. Palihakkara has been appointed acting senior DIG

Bribery Commission files fresh indictment against Johnston Fernando

The Bribery Commission alleged that the first accused Johnston Fernando had unlawfully employed Sathosa employees for election work during the period 2012

Causing disturbance to public: Case against Wimal and others fixed for trial

Police alleged that the suspects had failed to obtain prior permission

On the Kingdom’s special invitation; Gnanasara Thera visits Saudi Arabia to discuss religious extremism in SL

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had reportedly extended its support to mitigate religious extremism in Sri Lanka during a special meeting they had with Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera, who made a recent visit to Saudi on a special invitati

Sri Lanka seeks another US$ 500 million credit from India for fuel

Sri Lanka is in discussion with India for another credit line of US $ 500 million for fuel imports, Daily Mirror learns. It ha

One killed, another injured in shooting in Pettah; CCTV footage released

A 30 year old youth was killed and another was injured when unidentified men arrived in a motorcycle and opened fire on them at

Focus on establishing a joint framework: Vajira

All political parties should focus on establishing a joint framework to ensure the availability of essential items rather than playing political games with the 21st Amendment to the Constitution, UNP Chairman Vajira Abeywardena said yesterday.

Five-point assistance from China to overcome crisis

Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong highlighted a five–point assistance from China to Sri Lanka in view of the economic crisis, fast-track ongoing projects and more FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) and Trade, bilateral debt settlement, support to Sri Lanka in its talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and regarding International Sovereign Bonds and tourism after Covid, a statement from the Embassy said.

SJB will support 21st Amendment on conditions: Ajith Perera

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will support the 21st Amendment only if an undertaking is given that the Executive Presidency w

Suspect arrested over Atulugama girl’s death confesses to murder

A 29-year-old man who was taken into custody over the death of the 9-year old girl from Atulugama has reportedly confessed to committing the murder.

If President resigns, Basil could become President: Wijeyadasa

Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe said if President Gotabaya Rajapaksa steps down as the President, Basil Rajapaksa could become the President as he commands the majority support in the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).

Medical Students stage protest march

Medical Students Activists Committee staged a massive protest march from Nelum Pokuna Junction to Fort over several demands yesterday. Here is a section of protesters at the march.

Atulugama child murder: President assures swift action

The body of the 9-year old girl who was reported missing from Atulugama, Bandaragama was recovered in a marshy land near her home yesterday

O /L Invigilator arrested for abuse

The 34 year old suspect was a teacher of a school in Ikirigollewa in Nachchaduwa

Power tariff to be increased ?

Electricity tariffs of those who uses a excessive quantity of units will have to be increased drastically, Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said yesterday.

Political crisis hits again as camps split on 21A

A new political tussle has erupted in the political camps once again as the ruling SLPP has questioned Prime Minister Ranil

SLFP opposes appointment of state ministers

The cabinet is to be increased to 25 and 40 MPs to be given state ministers’ posts

Jostle among MPs for state ministry posts

President insists on more than 30 state ministers whereas Prime Minister is for less than that number

UK police training to Sri Lanka British HC reviews the impact of UK support to SL police

The current project contract and CSSF programme cycle concluded on March 31, 2022

Prime Minister pledges vast constitutional reforms

The National Council will comprise of the Speaker, the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition and leaders of the major parties. The President’s affairs will be monitored. The President will be held accountable to Parliament.

Some hurdles against struggle, but it should be sustained for socialism: Kumar Gunaratnam

India and the United States played a pivotal role in the installation of Mr. Wickremesinghe as premier

Protesters complain of harassment of media spokesman

Whilst alleging that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s Personal Secretary Sugishwara Bandara was behind the grabbing of the mobile phone belonging to The Media Spokesman of the Galle Face Protesters on Saturday, the protesters ( Sarwa Pakshika Aragala Karuwo) yesterday called for the stoppage of such harassment.

Lankan flights refuel at Kerala T’puram airport To trim fuel expenses

Long-haul flights from Sri Lanka, which is grappling with fuel shortage, have been making a pit stop at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala for refuelling, Indian media reported. Th

Kiriella criticises Gota -Ranil Regime

If President Rajapaksa cannot resign immediately, he must give a time frame indicating his departure in the shortest possible time

SJB demands revisions to 21 A

The 21A should be revised and approved by Parliament after which a referendum could be held

Looting and torching houses during May 9th fiasco SL born French citizen laments her lifetime efforts ruined in moments

Sri Lankan born French citizen Lalani Ruberoe claimed that her lifetime efforts of hard work and savings to build her dream

Hydropower reservoirs filling up

Water levels in the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs have been rising following heavy rainfall experienced on the western slopes and the central hills.

Drones are a threat to citizens’ privacy and national security

Foreign entities promoting unmanned drone operations in the country under cover of commercial operations