SLFP Central Committee expresses support for President: PMD

The Central Committee of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe a short while ago and expressed their unwavering support for his victory in the forthcoming presidential election, the President Media Division said.

Inflation in Colombo Urban areas rises to 2.4 per cent in July

Inflation in Colombo’s urban areas increased to 2.4 per cent in July from 1.7 per cent in June, according to the data released by the Department of Census and Statistics yesterday.

Debt crisis management: Pakistan to learn from Sri Lankan experience

Pakistan which commended Sri Lanka in stabilising the debt crisis said it could learn from Sri Lanka’s experience, according to a statement from the Foreign Affairs Ministry.

SLPP decides not to support RANIL at presidential election

In what appeared to be a split decision , Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna ( SLPP) yesterday decided not to back President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the upcoming presidential election .

DM POLL: 76% say ‘No’ to Ranil joining Rajapaksas for Presidential poll

Nearly 76% of voters in Daily Mirror’s poll were of the opinion that President Ranil Wickremesinghe should not team up with the Rajapaksas in the upcoming Presidential elections.

What’s next?

Hours after the SLPP decided not to back President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the September 21 Presidential Election, SLPP Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa was seen in conversation with his brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa at an event hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Colombo last evening.

Police role after IGP suspension: Election Commission to weigh options today

In the wake of debate over the fiasco involving Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon who is now barred from functioning in his office, the Election Commission will deliberate on the matter at its meeting scheduled for today and decide on the next course of action to clear any hurdles.

Uniformed nurses at AKD’s meeting spark controversy

The National Election Commission (EC) has clarified that the participation of government nurses in uniform at the National All Ceylon Nurses’ Conference, held under the patronage of National People’s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake, does not constitute a violation of election regulations.

Conmen swipe Rs. 600,000 from Chief Monk in SIM card theft

A group of young men had swindled Rs. 600,000 from the bank account of a chief incumbent in a temple in Badulla by stealing the SIM card from the Ven. Thera’s mobile phone. Ven. Thera recounted to the police that he had received a call, ostensibly from the bank, asking for his bank account details under the pretense of a government directive to waive off recently imposed VAT.

Bandula’s Coordinating Secretary complains against SLPP meeting

A complaint has been made by Minister Bandula Gunawardane’s Coordinating Secretary Ranjith Mudannayake to Homagama Police against holding a public meeting in Homagama electorate, with Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa’s participation.

Election Commission takes up cudgels against Sajith Premadasa’s Sakwala, Husma programmes

The Election Commission (EC) has stopped Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa from conducting the Sakwala and Husma programmes to distribute IT equipment to schools and medical equipment to hospitals. The stoppage comes two days after the presidential elections, 2024,was declared by the commission. Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara protested the decision and asked the Commission to act impartially.

Israeli-Hezbollah tension: Sri Lanka alert on tension for safety of its nationals working in Israel and Lebanon

With the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict heating up in the region, Sri Lanka remains alert on developments for the safety and security of Sri Lankans working in both Israel and Lebanon

Lionesses roar against India

Sri Lankan women’s T20 team celebrate after winning the T20 Women’s Asia Cup 2024 beating defending champions India by eight wickets.

Police to set up election operation rooms island wide ahead of Presidential election

Election Operation Rooms will be established at all police stations and divisional police areas in preparation for the conduct of the presidential election, the Daily Mirror learns.

Mahinda, Ranil hold crucial talks on possible electoral understanding

President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reported to have held talks with Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) leader Mahinda Rajapaksa at his Wijerama residence in Colombo last evening to explore a possible electoral understanding.

Sri Lanka faces challenges in seeking extradition of criminals located through Interpol

Despite dozens of Sri Lankan wanted persons out of 164 on the Interpol red notice list being located, local authorities are facing legal and logistical challenges in extraditing suspects to Sri Lanka, the Daily Mirror learns.

Agreements with creditors cannot be amended no matter who becomes President in September; RW

Agreements which Sri Lanka has reached with the IMF and the creditors cannot be amended no matter who becomes President in September, incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe told a rally in Galle during the weekend.

July Dengue cases reach highest in four months

The number of dengue cases in Sri Lanka for the month of July has surged to the highest level seen in the past four months, according to the Epidemiology Unit. With 3,944 cases recorded, the figures show a significant increase compared to previous months.

Census on wild elephants in Sri Lanka after 12 years

The Department of Wildlife is planning to hold a census on wild elephants in Sri Lanka next month. Sources from the department said the census will be held on August 19 and 20 this year. It has been estimated that a total number of 4500 officers would be needed for the exercise.

Seven-year-old boy drowns in swimming pool in Kandy

A seven-year-old boy had drowned in the swimming pool of a hotel in Kandy, the police said.

Presumptive and announced presidential candidates: who will call the shots after September 21?

Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe was born on March 24 ,1949. He had his basic education at Royal College Colombo and entered Law College in 1972.

Legislature, judiciary on collision course over bar on IGP

PM requests Speaker to ensure the SC order is declared null and void

Presidential Election Armed Forces instructed to implement maximum security measures

State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon instructed security chiefs yesterday to implement all necessary measures to ensure the safety of presidential candidates and citizens following the announcement of the Presidential Election.

Supreme Court bar on IGP appointment done duly, Speaker stands firm

Says he acted duly in accordance with the Constitution

NPC applies brake on move to transfer one-third of OICs during election time

Interviews canceled after the IGP admitted procedural faults

EC pins hope on Senior DIG–Elections in absence of performing IGP

​In the wake of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon being barred from performing duties in his office, the Election Commission yesterday turned to Senior DIG (Deputy Inspector General) D.Y. Asanka Karavita to press ahead with poll-related duties, an official said.

Pakistan and Sri Lanka ink MoU to enhance cooperation in combating corruption

An MoU on Mutual Cooperation in Criminal Matters was signed between the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Pakistan and the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), Sri Lanka yesterday at Colombo.

AIESEC Jaffna Uni Event on Gender, Mental Health on Aug 03

AIESEC in the University of Jaffna will host “Voices Unbound,” an event focused on gender equality and mental health, on Aug. 3 at the Jaffna Public Library Auditorium, a media release said.

Presidential election in September

The Presidential election will be held in September, informed sources revealed yesterday.

Court orders capture and release of tusker Agbo into forest reserve

The Anuradhapura Chief Magistrate yesterday ordered the Anuradhapura Assistant Director of Wildlife Conservation to capture and release the wild elephant, popularly known as Agbo, which has been frequenting the Thirappane area for more than a year, into a forest reserve.