’My father breathed on ventilator donated by our relatives’: Sajitha Anthony

Sajitha Anthony, son of late Jackson Anthony said his father was breathing with the help of a ventilator donated to the hospital by his relatives until his last breath.

Chamari Athapaththu secures ICC Women’s Player of Month

Chamari Athapaththu has been named as the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for September 2023 after inspiring Sri Lanka to a historic series triumph over England.

Israel visa for Sri Lankans subject to recommendation: SLBFE

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) confirmed that it would have to go through a recommendation process by three establishments when issuing visas for Sri Lankans who intend to seek employment in Israel, following the latest developments with the escalation of the war in the Gaza Strip.

Housemaid burnt in Riyadh shares horrific experience

A Sri Lankan woman, identified as Nayana Dilrukshi, 45, from Gothatuwa, employed as a housemaid in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, shared her dreadful experience after her female employer caused her serious burning injuries using gasoline.

Expulsion of Ven. Rathana Thera from Ape Janabala Party not valid in law: SC

The Supreme Court today determined that the Ape Janabala Party’s decision to expel Ven. Athuraliye Rathana Thera from party membership is not valid in law.

RW cautions destroying Gaza can send shockwaves from Turkey to Philippines

President Ranil Wickremesinghe cautioned if Gaza was destroyed it would have a rippling effect from Turkey to the Philippines and governments could lose control.

President takes over Environment Ministry after Ahamed Naseer’s ouster

An extraordinary gazette has been published placing the Ministry of Environment under the purview of President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

UN says Israel wants 1.1 million Gazans moved south

Israel’s military chief said ’’Now is the time for war’’ as his country amassed tanks near the Gaza Strip ahead of a planned ground invasion to annihilate the Palestinian militant Hamas group that rules the enclave and was behind deadly weekend attacks.

Sri Lanka releases USD 30,000 for Lankans’ welfare in Israel

Sri Lanka has allocated a total of USD 30,000 – USD 20,000 from the government and USD 10,000 from the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau - to be used for the welfare of Sri Lankans in Israel in case of any emergencies, an official said.

China takes front seat to lead SL’s debt restructuring process

China has taken the front seat in Sri Lanka’s external debt restructuring process making a calculated move akin to a chessboard strategy, catching everyone off-guard, by entering a preliminary debt deal with the Sri Lanka authorities.

Mannar, Madurai identified as Indo-Lanka grid connectivity points

Mannar in north-western Sri Lanka and Madurai in southern India have been identified as the connecting points of the proposed electricity transmission line between the two countries, a source familiar with the process said.

Evacuation of Sri Lankans in Israel considered in Cabinet

The Cabinet yesterday discussed at length the evacuation of Sri Lankan workers from Israel if an emergency arises due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, according to informed sources.

Hambantota Port surpasses half a million transshipment units, outpacing previous RORO records

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has achieved a milestone by handling over half a million transshipment units by September, exceeding the port’s previous year’s roll-on/roll-off (RORO) figures.

CIC Holdings designates JKH as associate company as Captains grant voting rights proxy

CIC Holdings yesterday said it will begin treating premier blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) as one of its associate companies, with the controlling shareholders of CIC agreeing to grant proxy over their voting rights in JKH to CIC for a period of 10 years.

Dimuth and Lahiru Kumara for Monday's Aussie game

Opening batter Dimuth Karunaratne and seamer Lahiru Kumara are being considered for Sri Lanka’s World Cup game against Australia on Monday, as they look to bounce back after two demoralising defeats.

Council members question Medical Council Chairman’s arbitrary behaviour

Several members of the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) have raised concerns over its President, Professor Vajira Dissanayake, whose behavior has come under criticism for his arbitrary decisions.

ICC & UNICEF to deliver ‘One Day 4 Children’ at India vs Sri Lanka fixture in Mumbai

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and UNICEF in partnership with the Board of Control for Cricket in India and Sri Lanka Cricket will bring the game’s one billion fans together to celebrate One Day 4 Children on November 2 with a message of hope and support for every child to survive and thrive.

Leading businessmen taking to politics a positive development: SJB MP

The decision by some leading local businessmen to take to politics is a positive move, a Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP said today.

Two eclipses in October

Two eclipses will occur this month. The Solar Eclipse is not visible to Sri Lanka but the Lunar Eclipse will be visible this month, Director of the Astronomy and Space Science Unit of the Colombo University, Prof. Chandana Jayaratne said.

Issuing driving license in Anuradhapura suspended for two days

Issuing of driving licenses only at the Anuradhapura district office has been suspended for two days, the Motor Traffic Department (DMT) said.

All orders from controversial drug company suspended indefinitely

The Ministry of Health has decided to suspend and cancel all orders placed with the company Isolez Bio Tech Pharma Company in Sri Lanka which is alleged to have brought drugs using forged documents.

President takes swift action to support stranded Sri Lankans in Israel

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed the authorities to ensure that assistance is provided to all Sri Lankans stranded and affected by the attacks in Israel, the President Media Division (PMD) said.

Road to World’s End closed

The Ambewela-Raindapola road in Welimada leading to the World’s End was closed in the wake of a massive earth slip last morning at the 3km post.

Upper Kotmale, Wimalasurendra reach spill level

Due to heavy rains in the catchment areas, the spill gates at the Upper Kotmale and Wimalasurendra reservoirs were opened today.

Rare deep-sea fish found

A rare deep-sea fish species was found by a group of fishermen engaged in fishing in the sea area off Nainamadama.

’Long colds’ are a thing, like long Covid say experts

’’Long colds’’ can be a thing in the same way that ’’long Covid’’ is, with some people experiencing prolonged symptoms after an initial infection, according to a UK study.

Nine Iranians sentenced to life imprisonment

The Colombo High Court today imposed life imprisonment on nine Iranians after trial on charges of trafficking heroin.

Saga over errant drug company: Health Ministry seeks AG’s advice

The Health Ministry has sought the advice of the Attorney General over the concerns associated with the pharmaceutical company, Isolez Biotech Pharma AG Ltd, which has raised significant legal and regulatory issues in the healthcare sector.

SL to play first International football match since FIFA ban

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has made arrangements for the first leg of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asia Cup 2027 Qualifying Round One match between Sri Lanka and Yemen at the Abha Stadium in Saudi Arabia, today.

Sri Lanka does not have a system to change: Dhammika Perera

Although Sri Lanka requires a system change, it does not have one and that system change should start with developing the education sector, business tycoon and former parliamentarian Dhammika Perera said.