Nick Carter returns home unexpectedly

American singer Nick Carter announced today that he has returned to the USA due to unforeseen circumstances, leading to the suspension of the remaining dates of his ’Who I Am’ Asia tour.

As the beauty industry soars, Sri Lanka fails in regulating cosmetics

With the worldwide beauty industry milking in billions with the promise of making individuals more beautiful, fairer and younger, Sri Lanka has to date failed to regulate the use of cosmetics, leading to severe health concerns as unauthorised creams and substances continue to be sold in the market.

Sri Lanka’s financial phishing cases spike in 2024: Kaspersky

Sri Lanka is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks targeting businesses’ financial transactions, with 9,218 incidents of financial phishing detected in 2024 alone, according to the latest Kaspersky Security Bulletin.

Two brothers hacked to death in Grandpass

Two brothers, aged 23 and 24, were brutally hacked to death during a clash between two groups in Kelanitissagama, Grandpass, early this morning (15).

No discrimination in entering oral questions in order paper: Speaker

Opposition members have not be subjected to any discrimination when entering oral questions in the order papers, Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne told Parliament today.

Sri Lanka climbs out of world’s top polluted cities, but still falls short of WHO standards

After months and a series of media reports highlighting that Sri Lanka’s air quality had been deteriorating, the country was not featured in 2024’s top 50 list of world’s most air-polluted cities and narrowly sitting on 51, based on Swiss air quality monitoring firm, IQAir.

Good demand at tea auction this week despite dip in offering

The auction offerings declined further this week and totalled 5.0 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs) but was met with good general demand.

Tusker ‘Sumedha’ who lost one tusk in accident found in the wild

The tusker who lost one of its tusks in a recent accident involving a lorry on the Habarana – Maradankadawala road was found by the wildlife authorities near a tank in the village called ‘Labunorua’ in the Tirappane division of the Anuradhapura District.

March tourist arrivals cross 100,000 mark in two weeks

The tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka have surpassed 97,000 within the first 13 days of March, the latest provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority showed.

Week ends with foreign buying

The ASPI edged down as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, National Development Bank and Bukit Darah with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.0 Bn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 edged up.

Key witness who evaded Dematagoda Ruwan’s Rs. 1.5 Bn illegal asset case remanded

A key witness who had been evading court warrants in the High Court case concerning the illegal acquisition of assets worth Rs. 1.5 billion linked to Dematagoda Ruwan was remanded by Colombo Chief Magistrate Tanuja Lakmali until March 17.

Mark Carney sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister

Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister after Justin Trudeau formally resigned to end nearly a decade in power.

Heavy showers expected in several provinces

Fairly heavy showers exceeding 50 mm are anticipated in certain areas within the Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces, as well as in the districts of Galle, Matara and Kurunegala.

Shooting in Ambalangoda claims one life

A shooting incident that occurred on Thursday evening in the Idamthota area of Ambalangoda has resulted in the death of a 45-year-old individual.

Customs seize Rs.32 million worth Cannabis oil sent by mail

A Customs Inspector who tried to clear a consignment of Cannabis oil worth over Rs. 33 million sent from the USA to a local addressee, was apprehended by the Sri Lanka Customs at the Central Mail Exchange (CME) today.

Three directors of pyramid scheme company remanded over Rs. 1.5 Bn financial fraud

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali today remanded three directors of Smart Win Pvt Ltd till March 17 for allegedly operating an illegal pyramid financial scheme under the guise of a Wallapatta cultivation project, defrauding investors across the country of Rs. 1.5 billion.

Ranil to make special statement on Batalanda Commission

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe is to make a special statement on the Batalanda Commission report which was tabled in Parliament by Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayke earlier today.

SLMC National List MP resigns

Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) National List MP Mohamed Sali Naleem has decided to step down from his Parliamentary seat to contest the upcoming Local Government elections.

Anuradhapura Hospital director removed

In the wake of the sexual assault of a female doctor at the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has removed the hospital’s director, Dr. Dulan Samaraweera from his position.

All geared-up to conduct first-ever animal census

All arrangements have been made to conduct the first-ever animal census of crop-damaging animals tomorrow (15).

Over 1,200 elephants killed in the last five years

Over the past five years, 1,238 elephants have tragically lost their lives due to various causes, with 138 deaths resulting from train accidents alone.

2024 Grade Five scholarship exam: Cut-off marks released

The Examinations Department today released the cut-off marks for the enrollment of students into Grade Six next year, based on the 2024 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

Hand grenade found in Anuradhapura rape suspect’s house

A live hand grenade of a foreign make has been recovered from the house of the suspect in custody in connection with the rape of a lady doctor in the Anuradhapura Hospital.

New regulations for importing hybrid and electric vehicles announced

Customs authorities have announced new regulations for importing motor vehicles, including hybrid and electric vehicles.

Expert warns of health risks due to lack of sleep

Sri Lanka is facing a sleep related problem that can lead to various physical and mental health issue due to not getting proper sleep, the Health Promotion Bureau said.

Chamara Sampath wants holiday for Parliament tomorrow due to animal survey

Opposition MP Chamara Sampath today proposed that MPs must be given holidays tomorrow in line with the animal survey to be held tomorrow.

Kadugannawa-Pilimatalawa railway crossing closed for 32-hour maintenance

The railway crossing at the 65-mile post on the upcountry railway line, between Kadugannawa and Pilimatalawa, will be closed for 32-hours for immediate track maintenance, the Railway Department announced.

Two elderly women hacked to death inside house in Muttur

Two elderly women were hacked to death inside a house in Thahanagar, Muttur early today, Police said.

Musical artist Shan Putha arrested

The popular musical artist Shan Putha has been arrested for possessing a 9mm firearm.

Batalanda Commission report tabled in Parliament

The report of the Batalanda Commission which probed into the alleged torture of youth in 1988/89, was tabled in Parliament by Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayke today.