Sixth monetary policy announcement on Thursday

The sixth monetary policy for this year will be announced on Thursday, August 24, the Central Bank said.

Transshipment volumes at Colombo Port rebound in 1H

Transshipment container volumes at the Port of Colombo rebounded in the first half of the year, ending the nearly one-year declining trend, as main shipping lines restoring services back from alternative routes on renewed confidence on the stability of country.

Do Not Transfer Money to Clear Goods, Gifts: Customs Spokesman warns

Sri Lanka Customs yesterday warned the public to be aware of a spate of financial frauds and such fraudsters who act like Customs officials and ask to transfer money to unknown bank accounts to clear goods and gifts that may reach individuals through their social media accounts.

Soorya launches QR code for the Kandy Esala Perahera

The Kandy Perahera is a unique fusion of two processions - The Esala and Dalada that span for 10 days in different routes.

Chicken and egg prices expected to drop with maize import tax slash

Chicken prices are expected to come down in about two weeks as the government last week slashed the import tax on maize by 60 percent, which will help reduce the cost of poultry feed significantly, The All-Island Poultry Farmers’ Association said.

B-Love edge past Aura to clinch LPL title

They may have been without their talismanic leader who led them to the final, but the comeback kids B-Love Kandy beat the season’s dominant team Dambulla Aura by five wickets in the final of the fourth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.

President calls on Tourism, Wildlife ministries to develop greater Yala concept  

In a bid to increase the allure of Sri Lanka’s wildlife as a tourism offering, President Ranil Wickremesinghe called on the relevant authorities to conceptualise the greater Yala concept.

Sri Lanka's young Shuttlers win gold at Nepal

Sri Lanka’s young shuttlers clinched the gold medal in both U-17 and U-15 age groups at the South Asia Regional Junior Badminton Championships held at the National Sports Council in Tripureshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal today.

Sumathipala to contest Jaswar for FSL presidency

Football Sri Lanka’s (FSL) immediate past president, Umar Jaswar of the Sri Lanka Football Referees Association, and Dakshitha Sumathipala from the Anuradhapura Football League have submitted their nominations to contest for the post of FSL president.

President to leave for Singapore tomorrow

President Ranil Wickremesinghe is scheduled to leave for Singapore on a two-day official visit tomorrow (21), President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Spain tame England to win Women's World Cup for first time

Spain won the Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history with skipper Olga Carmona sweeping in the only goal for a deserved 1-0 victory over England in Sunday’s final.

SL must not only boost number of tourists but elevate pricing: RW

Sri Lanka must not only boost the number of tourists but also consider elevating the pricing in order to invigorate the tourism industry, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

Minister calls for report on local onion production as India imposes export duty

In the aftermath of India deciding to impose a 40 percent export duty on onions, Minister of Agriculture Mahinda Amaraweera called for an immediate report regarding the cultivation of big onions in Sri Lanka from the Department of Agriculture.

JVP denies FLSP allegations

The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) the main ally of the National Peoples Power (NPP) denied the allegation by Frontline Socialist Party strongman Duminda Nagamuwa that the JVP together with a minister has been involved in a financial venture in an island, calling it ’nonsense’.

Aruna Darshana sixth in World Athletic C’ships 400m heat

Sri Lanka’s Aruna Darshana finished sixth in the first heat of the Men’s 400m at the World Athletic Championships in Budapest, Hungary.

More changes in ICC World Cup 2023 schedule? Hyderabad Police raises security concerns

The ICC World Cup 2023 schedule has already seen a lot of changes in the recent past but it seems like the fixture list can get altered once again. The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) has informed the Board For Cricket Control in India (BCCI) that they may find it difficult to host World Cup matches on consecutive days.

Pastor Jerome’s parents tender apology to monks

Parents of Pastor Jerome Fernando, who recently caused controversy by allegedly insulting Buddhism, have issued an apology on behalf of their son.

Controversial Lyca Group owner Subaskaran arrives in Sri Lanka

Controversial British-Sri Lankan tycoon Allirajah Subaskaran, the owner of Lyca Group, arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday.

Sajith vows SJB’s support to Government, calls for end to political games

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has pledged its support to the government if it ceases all political games and genuinely works towards the betterment of the nation, according to Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa.

Status of 15% of Sri Lanka’s IMF commitments ‘unknown’: Verité Research

The share of Sri Lanka’s 100 trackable commitments in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme for which no data has been made available to assess progress — despite passing the agreed deadline — has increased from 9% in March to 15% in July, according to Verité Research.

Gunmen miss target, shoot at youth in Dehiwala

A 30-year old person who was returning home from work was injured following a shooting in Dehiwala last night.

India imposes 40% export duty on onions to calm rising prices

India will impose with immediate effect a 40% export duty on onions up to Dec. 31 in an attempt to improve domestic availability of the vegetable, the ministry of finance said in a notification on Saturday.

Lasith Malinga replaces Shane Bond as Mumbai Indians bowling coach for IPL 2024

Former Sri Lanka bowler Lasith Malinga will return to the Mumbai Indians as its bowling coach ahead of the IPL 2024 season, replacing Shane Bond.

St. Peter’s beat Isipathana College, win Dialog Schools’ Rugby League title

St. Peter’s College Bambalapitiya won their first Schools Rugby League title since 2010, defeating defending champions Isipathana College by 28 points to 17, at the St. Peter’s College Grounds in Bambalapitiya.

Technical University student falls to death from fourth floor of hostel in Diyagama

The Kahathuduwa Police has started investigations based on a complaint that a 2nd year student of the Diyagama Technical University had fallen to death from the fourth floor of the hostel.

Dengue cases top 60,000 mark

The tally of Dengue cases reported for 2023 has surpassed the 60,000 mark.

British Columbia declares state of emergency amid ’worst wildfires’

As the worst wildfires in Canadian history continue to rage, the province of British Columbia announced a state of emergency to deal with the natural calamity.

Man arrested in Jaffna with Kerala cannabis worth Rs. 43 mn

A man was arrested with 130 kgs of Kerala cannabis valued at over Rs. 43 million at street value, on the seas off Uduththurei, Jaffna last night, the Sri Lanka Navy said.

Comprehensive national security review to formulate modern security policies: RW

A comprehensive national security review, including economic trends and climate change, headed by Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Channa Gunatillake will be initiated to formulate modern security policies for the National Security Council, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

Do not fly kites near Hambantota-Polpitiya High Tension Line: CEB

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) warned people not to fly kites in the vicinity of the Hambantota-Polpitiya High Tension Line.