More than 60 people missing after two buses swept into river in Nepal

Two buses carrying more than 60 people were swept by a landslide into a rain-swollen river in Nepal, with three survivors rescued after swimming to safety.

UNESCO Director General to visit Sri Lanka

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Director-General Audrey Azoulay will visit Sri Lanka from July 16 to July 19 at the invitation of the Sri Lanka Government.

No legal or financial barriers as of now - EC

Amidst concerns raised by various parties about the Election Commission’s ability to conduct the impending Presidential election due to legal and financial obstacles, Election Commission chairman R.M.A.L. Rathnayake has emphasized that currently there are no such barriers.

Rugby fan-focused law changes confirmed

The largest reimagination of rugby’s entertainment value continues to progress with the World Rugby Council approving a package of law amendments that will come into effect from 1 July, 2024.

Sri Lanka has become like Chicago: Ven. Wanawasi Rahula Thera

Ven. Wanawasi Rahula Thera, founder of the National Namal Uyana, said Sri Lanka has now become like Chicago.

COPF calls for forensic audit on outsourcing visa process

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has recommended the conduct of a forensic audit of the visa process outsourcing deal which the Sri Lankan government has signed with VFS Global and a possible cancellation if needed, citing serious irregularities pertaining to the deal.

Hasaranga says his attitude helped him overcome challenges and inspire himself to improve

Wanindu Hasaranga, who has often faced criticism for the team’s disappointing exit in the T20 World Cup and his attitude, as well as some disciplinary issues, said that this attitude has helped him overcome challenges and inspire himself to improve.

Funeral parlour receives threat over Club Wasantha’s remains: Security boosted

Security has been bolstered at a prominent funeral parlour in Colombo, where the remains of Surendra Wasantha Perera alias ’Club Wasantha,’ lie.

Sri Lankan among 88 detained in sex trafficking crackdown

Malaysian immigration authorities have arrested 88 foreigners, including 64 Thais, in a crackdown on sex activities at three locations in Ipoh city.

Two underworld criminals arrested in Dubai brought to Colombo

Two wanted underworld figures allegedly involved in several murders and illegal activities in the country have been arrested by the CID in Dubai and brought to the country early this morning.

New speed limit rules in two weeks

State Minister of Transport, Lasantha Alagiyawanna announced that a gazette with the necessary regulations on speed limits, aimed at reducing road accidents, will be issued within the next two weeks.

India suspends new loan projects given current economic status in Sri Lanka

India has suspended fresh loan or Line of Credit (LoC) projects in Sri Lanka given the current status of the economy, Daily Mirror learns.

NWSDB contract workers demand permanent employment

Employees working on contract basis for manpower companies at the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) sites and offices around the country are demanding permanent employment.

Train service will come to normal after 12 noon

Although the train strike was called off last night, the Railways Control Room said services will return to normal o ly after 12 noon.

Hambantota Port records significant 1H gain in LPG, bunker volumes 

Hambantota International Port (HIP) reported a strong performance in the first half of the year (1H24) with significant growth in LPG operations and bunker volumes, highlighting its expanding capabilities.

SL Customs raises concerns over FinMin’s ‘No Go’ stance to ADB proposed container yard

Sri Lanka Customs has raised concerns over the ‘No Go’ indication from the Finance Ministry to the proposed container clearing yard with a 3,000-container capacity.

SL ranks among top 10 for affordable travel in Asia

Sri Lanka has been ranked as one of the top 10 most affordable destinations to travel in Asia by Times of India.

Semasinghe stresses urgent need to expand non-debt foreign exchange inflows

As Sri Lanka nears the end of its complex debt restructuring process, State Minister Shehan Semasinghe called on economic stakeholders to help lay the groundwork for recovery and growth.

Port City Colombo duty free mall to open doors before September

The highly anticipated Port City Colombo downtown duty-free mall is gearing up to open doors by September this year as its two operators have been successful in obtaining the Businesses of Strategic Importance (BSI) status.

University non-academic staff calls off strike

The university’s non-academic employees have called off their ongoing strike after negotiating their demands and reaching an agreement with University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Prof. Sampath Amarathunga.

Train strike called off

Following discussions with Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) has decided to call off their ongoing train strike starting tonight.

Kenyan president dismisses entire cabinet after weeks of protests

Kenyan President William Ruto announced on Thursday the dismissal of almost his entire cabinet and consultations to form a ’’broad-based government’’ following widespread anti-government protests.

Railway strike continues amidst government warning

The Railway Station Masters’ Union has announced its decision to prolong the ongoing strike initiated on Wednesday (10), asserting that the action will persist despite government warnings.

CEYPETCO assures sufficient jet fuel for flights despite train strike

Despite 12 train services with fuel carriages not operating between Kolonnawa and Bandaranaike International Airport, CEYPETCO Aviation unit assures sufficient JET A-1 fuel for daily flights.

Wanindu Hasaranga steps down from T20I captaincy

Wanindu Hasaranga has decided to resign as the captain of the National Men’s T20I, the Sri Lanka Cricket said.

Japan wants to make it easier to shoot bears as attacks rise

Facing an alarming rise in bear attacks, Japan wants to make it easier to shoot the animals in residential areas - but hunters say it is too risky.

Legal luminaries criticise police for leaking suspect’s confession to media

Legal luminaries have questioned the conduct of the police regarding a video being shared on mainstream media and social media in relation to a confession made by a tattoo shop owner in connection with the murder of Surendra Wasantha Perera, alias ‘Club Wasantha’.

Twelve train services with fuel carriages cancelled due to strike

Due to the ongoing railway strike, a total of 12 train services with fuel carriages were not operated between Kolonnawa and the Katunayake International Airport.

Nearly 1,000 railway termination letters sent for print

Nearly 1,000 letters announcing the termination of positions of Station Masters and Railway Controllers who participated in the trade union action despite the railway services being deemed essential services, are ready to be issued.

Second phase of Kompannavidiya flyover inaugurated

President Ranil Wickremesinghe inaugurated the second phase of the flyover connecting Kompannavidiya (Slave Island) and Justice Akbar Mawatha today.