SC fixes date for hearing of appeal on Diana’s citizenship case

The Supreme Court today fixed a date for the hearing of the appeal petition filed challenging the Court of Appeal decision to dismiss a writ petition which challenged the legality of State Minister Diana Gamage’s parliamentary seat.

Rs 1.3Bn wasted in importing organic fertilizers from China

It has been uncovered that a staggering sum of Rs 1.3 billion was paid to a Chinese company for the import of organic fertilizers, despite failing crucial tests and lacking the necessary approvals from the Director General of Agriculture.

President appoints Deshabandu Tennakoon as acting IGP

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon as the acting Inspector-General of Police.

Sri Lanka’s Future Tour Programme announced amidst suspension

The Sri Lanka National Team will commence its 2024 international cricket calendar with a home series against Zimbabwe in January, which will consist of three ODIs and three T20i series.

Rupee’s decline results in higher per capita debt: Government

Responding to the reports indicating that the per capita debt had exceeded Rs 1.2 million, State Minister for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said the increase in debt burden resulting from the rupee’s decline has had a significant bearing on the scenario.

Pastor Jerome Fernando arrives in Sri Lanka

Pastor Jerome Fernando arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning following a court order issued last week that directed authorities not to arrest him in connection with a controversial Sunday sermon.

Creditor nations likely to agree on Sri Lanka debt restructuring - report

A group of Sri Lanka’s creditor nations are likely to reach an agreement on debt relief and an extension of repayment deadlines for the South Asian nation, Japan’s Jiji News reported on Wednesday, without naming a source or giving any details.

Individual debt burden soars to Rs. 1.2 million

Sri Lanka’s net per capita debt has reached an alarming figure of Rs. 1.2 million as of December 31, 2022, according to the annual report of the Auditor General marking a staggering increase from Rs. 264,811 recorded on December 31, 2012.

President, Tiran Alles agree on next IGP: Deshabandu to be the new IGP ?

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles is reported to have held a discussion with President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the appointment of the next Inspector General of Police (IGP), a matter to be completed ‘very soon’, a source said

ICFS hosts Spot Admissions event for students seeking higher education abroad

The International Centre for Foreign Studies (ICFS) is set to host a special spot admissions program for students aspiring to pursue higher education opportunities in countries such as Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, and Finland.

Govt. plans varied water tariffs based on user categories

The Ministry of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure announced this week that water tariff reforms are underway, with a primary focus on ensuring “fairness” among specific user groups. Water Supply....

Cabinet nod to lease 87-acre land to CTC for forest farming

The Cabinet of Ministers has green lighted to lease an 87-acre land plot under the jurisdiction of Lands Reforms Commission to Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC) for a forest farming....

President issues wake-up call to private sector; stresses need to break dependency cycle

President Ranil Wickremesinghe delivered a stern message to Sri Lanka’s private sector last evening at an event organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, questioning the nation’s prolonged dependence on seeking assistance from other countries.

SL to implement QR code-based refund system to tackle single-use plastic pollution

Sri Lanka is calling for proposals from suitable parties to implement a QR code-based deposit refund system to tackle the environmental harm created by single-use plastic pollution. The Cabinet....

Football lawmakers back sin bin trial

Football’s lawmakers have recommended the trialling of sin bins in the professional game as part of a groundbreaking bid to clamp down on player misbehaviour.

Appointing judges to Apex Courts: Petition filed against Constitutional Council

A Fundamental Rights petition was today filed before the Supreme Court seeking an order suspending the operation of a decision taken by the Constitutional Council, calling for a report from the Chief Justice regarding certain judges of the Court of Appeal.

All 41 Indian workers trapped in tunnel for 17 days rescued

Indian rescuers have safely brought out all 41 workers from a collapsed Himalayan road tunnel after a marathon 17-day engineering operation to free them, a minister said Tuesday.

CID grills Finance Ministry Secretary, officials over Immunoglobulin import case

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) recorded statements from three officials of the Ministry of Finance, including Secretary Mahinda Siriwardena, regarding the controversial Immunoglobulin import case.

Indian police arrest 7 Kashmir students celebrating World Cup defeat

Indian police in Kashmir have arrested seven university students under tough anti-terrorism laws for alleged intimidation after they celebrated Australia’s victory over India in the Cricket World Cup final.

Showery condition to intensify further

The showery weather conditions across the island are slated to intensify, commencing tomorrow (29), owing to an atmospheric disturbance lingering over the Southeast Bay of Bengal sea area, according to the Department of Meteorology.

Namibia punch tickets to 2024 T20 World Cup

Namibia beat Tanzania by 58 runs to confirm their berth at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and USA.

SL envoy in Kenya holds talks with Commonwealth Secretary General

Sri Lankan High Commissioner to Kenya Kana Kananathan met with the Commonwealth Secretary-General Hon Patricia Scotland during the sidelines of the Commonwealth Ministerial Roundtable Discussion on Kenya Innovation Week, in Nairobi, Kenya today.

Ready to hold Provincial Council elections if Opposition agrees on electoral system: PM

The Government is prepared to hold the delayed Provincial Council elections if the Opposition agrees on the electoral system, Prime Minister Dinsesh Gunawardene told Parliament today.

Rescuers reach 41 trapped Indian tunnel workers after 17 days underground

Forty-one workers trapped in Uttarakhand’s Silkyari tunnel are now moments away from escaping their earthen prison of 17 days, according to a tweet by Indian Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

Bandula accuses state media over poor publicity on government projects

Mass Media Minister Bandula Gunawardane accused the state media of not providing enough publicity to the various development projects implemented by the government, the Communications Department of Parliament said.

SL secures USD 60 Mn financial assistance from ADB

The Government of Sri Lanka is set to borrow USD 60 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) under the Second Integrated Road Investment Programme – Tranche 4.

Vadivel Suresh sacked from SJB organizer’s post

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Vadivel Suresh, who voted in favour of the budget during the vote on the second reading, has been removed from the post of Passara organizer of the party.

Sajith wants probe into Denmark job racket using Prime Minister’s name

Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane today refuted his or any of his institutes’ involvement in an alleged job racket to Denmark, into which the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has launched an investigation.

SLC Case: Harin urges court to recognise him as Sports Minister

Newly appointed Sports Minister Harin Fernando today moved the Court of Appeal that he be recognised as the Sports Minister in connection with the writ petition filed over the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) interim committee.

’’I submitted Cabinet paper to release lands, but not for associates’: Roshan Ranasinghe

Former Minister of Sports Roshan Ranasinghe said today that he did submit a Cabinet paper to distribute lands to some parties but they were not his political associates.