Job Agent responds to allegations regarding runaway maid’s employment in Saudi Arabia

In response to recent allegations surrounding the employment of Kumuduni Sandya Kumari Senevirathna as a housemaid in Saudi Arabia, her job recruitment agent ‘S.S.J Travels (Pvt) Ltd’ has stepped forward with a detailed clarification regarding her employment history through the Saudi Embassy in Colombo.

Children encouraged to bathe for 20 minutes during heatwave

In the wake of the rising temperatures, medical experts have advised parents to make sure their children have a bath for twenty minutes per d

Muslim women leaders seek amendments to marriage law

Delegation says, the Preamble of Marriage Ordinance Act 19 of 1908 has excluded Muslim women from the marriage laws

Launch of UPI Services virtually in Sri Lanka and Mauritius PM Narendra Modi emphasizes strengthening financial connectivity

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi who virtually joined the launch of the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services in Sri Lanka and Mauritius, highlighted strengthening financial connectivity as its key component of connectivity between the two countries.

EC says no budget allocation for a General Election in 2024

Elections Commissioner Saman Ratnayake said that they made a request for Rs. 10 billion in August 2023 to conduct a Presidential Election

Wild elephants waiting to feed on stubble

Herds of wild elephants from Buddhangala sanctuary in Ampara roaming into the paddy fields after harvest to feast on crop stubb

No breeze, more heat in Sri Lanka

This phenomenon is not unusual and occurs during this time of year

Abolition of Executive Presidency Political dialogue raises concerns over attempt to delay Presidential Elections

In what appeared to be a last-ditch attempt to postpone the Presidential Election, public discussion has been initiated by some politicians on the need to scrap the executive presidency to vest more powers with the parliamentary system.

Cash stolen in Meegoda Economic Centre robbery; Female Clerk injured

A female employee in a wholesale store in the Meegoda Economic Centre received serious gunshot injuries when two gunmen who entered the business establishment shot her and took away a cash collection. She was admitted to Homagama Base Hospital. Police said she

Rs 20Bn needed for presidential and general elections

A total sum of Rs 20 billion is needed for the presidential and general elections, Director General Election commission Saman Sri Ratnayake said. Ratnayake told journalists that he had already informed this matter to Parliament and to the finance ministry.

SLFP will support abolition of Executive Presidency

Sri Lanka Freedom Party ( SLFP) will support the abolition of the Executive presidency, it’s Chairman Maithripala Sirisena said yesterday.

Surge in shootings amidst intensified crackdown on crime

Amidst an intensified crackdown on crime and narcotics, Sri Lanka is witnessing a surge in shootings again despite a decrease in the first month of the launch of the ‘Yukthiya’ operation. As the “Yukthiya” operation against organized crime gains momentum, concerns have mounted regarding the recent shooting incidents. According to po

Exclusion from Ways and Means Committee Champika Ranawaka drops bombshell: Those involved in sugar scam, liquor deals behind it

MP Patali Champika Ranawaka alleges that his exclusion from the parliamentary Committee on Ways and Means was influenced by individuals connected to the sugar scam and liquor deals.

Sri Lanka cannot depend on other nations forever: Ruwan

Imagine what concessions the people of this country could enjoy if Ranil rules for five more years

Sri Lanka reports first arrest under Online Safety Act

The suspect had maliciously carried out smear campaigns with the support of a politician

India’s invitation came in December;

Claiming that the NPP’s visit to India was not a sudden visit, NPP MP Vijitha Herath , who took part in the visit, said yesterday the invitation had come last December but was deferred to February due to tight sch

Online Safety Act: Amendments to be cleared by Cabinet today

The new amendments to the recently introduced Online Safety Act will be presented to the Cabinet for approval today, an official said. The government took steps hurriedly to amend the law immediately after it took effect, following pressure from tech companies such as Google, Yahoo, Amazon and Meta and the international community. The tech companies argued the

Legal action taken against DMT staff for fraudulent vehicle registrations

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has initiated legal proceedings against seven individuals, including five Department of Motor Traffic employees, for unlawfully register

Unhealthy air quality grips Sri Lanka, urges caution

The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued a stark warning, revealing that air quality in several regions across the island has plunged to unhealthy levels.

President, Indian PM, Mauritius PM to witness UPI launch in Sri Lanka

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Mauritius Pravind Jugnauth will witness the launch of Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services in Sri Lanka and Mauritius, and also RuPay card services in Mauritius today at 1.00 PM via video conferencing, a statement from the Indian High Commission said yesterday.

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Defence Secretary, Army Commander asked to apologise to MP Weerakkody

The Privilege Committee of Parliament has recommended that Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne and Army Commander Vikum Liyanage must apologise to Parliamentarian Chandima Weerakkody for making threatening statements against the MP during a committee meeting inside Parliament Complex. The Privilege Committee has issu

Heated argument in Parliament over reinstated official

A heated exchange erupted in Parliament yesterday regarding the suspension and subsequent reinstatement of Udapalatha

Sri Lankan expatriate workers in Jordan return after factory closure ordeal

Expresses gratitude to an American customer who provided assistance

Tree uprooting racket in Sigiriya Forest Reserve busted

A large-scale racket of uprooting trees in Sigiriya forest reserve and selling them to a hotel project was foiled by the wildlife co

Asthma on the rise among children, parents urged to exercise caution

Heat and outdoor activities during sports season are contributing factors

Reports on higher tariffs in South Asia Reduce electricity tariffs by considerable amount: Sajith urges Govt.

Cites reports showing Sri Lanka’s electricity tariffs are 2.5-3 times higher than other South Asian nations

SJB Lawyers ready to propose legal reforms

Proposes withdrawal of Online Safety Bill and introduction of a new one

NPP asserts readiness to change its polices if need arises

Reiterates willingness to work with any party committed to anti-corruption efforts

Online Safety Act SLHRC concerned over compliance with Supreme Court determination

Commission observes that over thirty clauses in the Bill and certain omissions in the Bill were inconsistent with the Sri Lankan Constitution