Japanese couple smuggling gems worth millions nabbed

A foreign couple attempting to smuggle gems worth millions of rupees out of the country was arrested by the AASL security manning the Departure Terminal of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning.

Anura must be protected, corrupt politicians can do anything for power: NFF

In the wake of the shooting incident on former US President Donald Trump, various factions of the Buddhist clergy raised their concerns that National People’s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake must be protected, General Secretary of the National Bhikkhu Front (NFF) Ven. Wakamulle Uditha Thera said today.

Providing smart classes will not solve issues in education: Bandula

Providing at least 500 smart classes for schoolchildren by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa will not solve the issues in education, Cabinet spokesman and Minister Bandula Gunawardana said.

22nd Amendment Bill an attempt to manipulate election process: Lawyers’ Collective

The Lawyers’ Collective, a prominent legal advocacy group in Sri Lanka, criticised the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution Bill as an attempt to manipulate the electoral process.

Hardik Pandya to lead India in T20Is against Sri Lanka

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is all set to lead India in the three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka starting July 27.

Cabinet approves amended water tariff policy, formula

The government’s approval was granted to implement the amended water tariff policy and amended water tariff formula in 2025.

SJB reject President’s offer

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) rejected the offer by President Ranil Wickremesinghe to reinstate the UNP membership of Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and others if they extend their support to safeguard the nation.

Ministry denounces media lies, affirms aesthetic subjects in reforms

While condemning the false statements by various media, the Education Ministry said that aesthetic subjects are an essential part of general education in the proposed education reforms.

Election Commission to announce Presidential election date by end July

The Election Commission will announce the date for the Presidential election before the end of July, Commission Chairman R.M.A.L. Ratnayake said.

Probe on decapitated skeleton at Colombo Port premises

A decapitated skeleton was discovered at the Colombo Port premises on Sunday (July 14) during excavation activities of the Port Access Elevated Highway Project.

UNESCO Director General arrives

UNESCO Director General Ms. Audrey Azoulay arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning for a visit to Sri Lanka.

Trump nominated Republican presidential candidate

Donald Trump won formal nomination Monday as the Republican presidential candidate and picked a right-wing loyalist for running mate, kicking off a triumphalist party convention in the wake of last weekend’s failed assassination attempt.

Island-wide canteens, restaurants to lower food prices tonight

All Island Canteen and Restaurant Owners’ Association (AICROA) today said the food prices will be lowered from tonight following the recent electricity tariff revision.

No attempt by Sajith to patch-up : Fonseka

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Chairman, Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, says he is still on the fence on contesting the upcoming Presidential elections but is willing to take the challenge and put the country back on track.

Four killed in shooting near Oman mosque

Four people have been killed in a shooting near a mosque in Oman’s capital Muscat, the country’s police say.

Do not venture out to sea till further notice

The naval and fishing communities are advised not to venture out to sea till further notice due to the active south-west monsoonal condition, the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Meteorology Department said.

Western Province three-wheeler taxi fares regulated

The Western Province National Transport Commission has established new fixed fares for three-wheeler taxis.

Prevailing windy conditions expected to continue further today

The prevailing windy conditions over the island are expected to continue further today due to the active South-West monsoonal condition, the Forecasting Division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

Tea exports clear US $ 60mn of SL’s fuel bill owed to Iran

The Sri Lanka Tea Board announced yesterday that exports of Ceylon Tea have successfully offset a substantial portion of the country’s fuel bill owed to Iran, amounting to US $ 60 million.

Kandy Falcons thrash Dambulla Sixers in must-win game

A tremendous batting effort by the Kandy Falcons helped them to register a convincing 54-run victory over Dambulla Sixers in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) T20 Cricket Tournament 18th match played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Piumi Hansamali will not be arrested till September 20

The Attorney General today gave an undertaking before the Court of Appeal that Sri Lankan model Piumi Hansamali will not be arrested until her writ petition is taken up for support on September 20.

SLC set to host ICC Annual Conference from July 19-22

The first time the event will be held in the Asian Region, Sri Lanka Cricket will host the Annual Conference of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in Sri Lanka from July 19th to 22nd, 2024.

Starlink satellite system nears approval as Musk’s representative visits Sri Lanka

A representative from the Starlink satellite system, founded by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk of SpaceX and Tesla, visited Sri Lanka this week and is set to return next week to complete the final stages of obtaining the necessary licence for operations in the country.

Madhushani renews 26-year-old long jump record

Madhushani Herath of Nannapurawa MV, Bibila shattered a 26-year-old record on the third day of the Sri Lanka Athletic Junior National Championships, which continued at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Sports Complex in Diyagama.

Man charged with murdering 2 roommates after body parts found in suitcases on iconic U.K. bridge

A 34-year-old man was charged Monday with murdering two men whose remains were found in two suitcases in southwest England.

'Won’t allow Anura Dissanayake to become President as long as I remain in politics’: Lohan

Minister Lohan Ratwatte said he will not allow National Peoples Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake to become the President of this country as long as he remains in politics.

Electricity tariff slashed by 22.5%

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) announced today a 25 per cent electricity tariff reduction for domestic consumers, effective from tomorrow, along with an overall tariff revision of 22.5 per cent.

Lawyer’s petition against Presidential election dismissed with Rs. 500,000 cost

The Fundamental Rights petition filed by a lawyer seeking a declaration that the Presidential election should not be held without a referendum on the 19th amendment to the Constitution, was dismissed by the Supreme Court with a Rs. 500,000 cost a short while ago.

Complications due to drug: Children’s condition not critical

The eleven children who were admitted to the Anuradhapura Hospital following complications from a medicinal tablet have been reported to be in stable condition, with some already discharged, Director General of Health Services Dr. Asela Gunawardena said.

Foreign Minister to visit Romania, Poland

Foreign Minister Ali Sabry will pay official visits to Romania and Poland from 16 to 19 July 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.