Shooting in Meegoda leaves one injured

A 62-year-old man was wounded after two unidentified armed men on a motorcycle shot at him at the Batagoda area in Meegoda this morning, Police said.

Afghanistan Fined 20% Match Fee for Slow Over-Rate in First ODI vs Sri Lanka

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined Afghanistan 20 percent of their match fee for failing to maintain an acceptable over-rate during their first ODI against Sri Lanka in Hambantota.

Oil prices jump after Saudi Arabia vows to cut production again

Oil prices rose after Saudi Arabia said it would slash oil output by another 1 million barrels per day for at least a month starting in July as part of an effort by the OPEC+ group of leading producers to shore up crude prices.

Police witch-hunt leaves Palestinian investor languishing in jail

A Palestinian national who had invested in a hotel and restaurant in Hikkaduwa, was arrested and was languishing in the Galle remand prison for 14 days with the police not filing charges apparently due to vested, dubious interests, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka on alert over new virus with cold-like symptoms spreading in US

In the wake of the recent upsurge cases in little-known respiratory virus called HMPV spreading in the US, Sri Lankan Health authorities said they keep a close eye on the new developments of the virus and have gone on alert.

Govt. likely to review 5-year no-pay leave scheme for public employees to work abroad

The government is likely to review the decision granting public sector employees to work abroad for a five-year period, with the best performing employees in the public service leaving the country under the scheme potentially weakening the public service, according to a senior state official.

Private sector credit contraction moderates in sign of bottoming out

The months-long contraction in credit to the private sector somewhat moderated in April in a sign of bottoming out ahead of further easing in the interest rates in the months to come with the beginning of a monetary easing cycle set off last week.

SL records lowest tourism monthly income of US$ 132mn in May

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry recorded an income of US$ 131.5 million for May from 83,309 arrivals, the lowest monthly income thus...

Verstappen extends title lead with masterful Spanish win

Defending double world champion Max Verstappen extended his lead in this year’s title race to 53points today when he completed a hat-trick by driving his Red Bull to a masterful victory in the Spanish Grand Prix.

Sri Lanka win two medals on opening day of Asian Junior Athletics C’ships

Sri Lanka won two medals on the opening day of the 20th Asian Junior Athletics Championships today, with Tharushi Dissanayake and Jayeshi Hewage winning silver and bronze respectively in the girls 400m.

Pastor Jerome’s wife, children return

The wife and the children of Pastor Jerome Fernando who made hate comments against Buddhism, Islam and Hinduism, returned to the island through the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), airport sources said.

Airman shoots himself in Bambalapitiya

The Bambalapitiya Police have launched investigations after an Airman shot himself with a firearm at Fonseka Place in ​​Bambalapitiya.

Sri Lanka square ODI series with 132 run win over Afghanistan

Sri Lanka bounced back to square the three-match one-day international series against Afghanistan on Sunday, with a comprehensive 132-run win at Hambantota.

Several arrested for smashing Green Lanka building in Nawam Mawatha

At least 23 people have been arrested for allegedly entering the Green Lanka building in Nawam Mawatha in Colombo in the early hours of today and damaging its property on several floors, police said.

Have inquiry how you can have better country not on me missing my flight: Ajahn Brahmawanso Thera tells govt.

Venerable Ajahn Brahmawanso Thera, who was held back at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for 12 hours, said instead of having an inquiry about how he missed the flight, authorities should have an inquiry on how Sri Lanka can have a better country with more forgiveness.

Heated argument between MP and police in Jaffna: Minister Tiran calls for report

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles has called for a report regarding the incident that occurred in Jaffna between Ceylon Tamil Congress leader MP Gajendrakumar Ponnambalam and police officers.

Top order runs, middle order cameos take Sri Lanka to 323 for 6 in second Afghanistan ODI

Strong top order contributions and cameos from Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka and Wanindu Hasaranga at the end propelled Sri Lanka to 323 for 6 in their 50 overs in the second ODI against Afghanistan in Hambantota a short while ago.

Two youths drown in Dehiaththakandiya

Two persons aged 17 and 19 who were bathing in the Henanigala Lake in Dehiaththakandiya drowned this morning.

Sweden registers sex as sport-- Will host first-ever European sex championship ?

While many countries, even many European ones, are slow to make big moves in recognizing sex as a recreational activity, Sweden, in true trendsetter style, has not held back.

Sri Lanka elected Vice-President of 78th UNGA

Sri Lanka was elected as a Vice President of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) by all 193 member states.

LITRO gas price to slash from tonight

The prices of 12.5kg domestic LITRO gas cylinders will be reduced by Rs.452 from midnight today, LITRO Lanka Chairman and CEO Muditha Peiris said.

Early warning on landslides for Kalutara continues for another 24-hours: DMC

The level one early warning on landslides issued by the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) for the Kalutara district will continue for another 24 hours, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Poson celebrated successfully after three years: Amaraweera

Considering the situation in the country, after three years, the government was able to celebrate this year’s Poson celebrations successfully, said Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera.

Odisha train collision: RW expresses deep sorrow, assures support

While conveying his heartfelt condolences to the Prime Minister and the people of India following the tragic multiple train collision in Odisha, President Ranil Wickremesinghe assured support for India during this difficult time.

AASL launches ground handling training wing at MRIA

The Airport and Aviation services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) marked another historical milestone by launching its own Ground Handling Services Training Wing at the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) with the aim of providing ground handling services for international flight operations.

No single political party commands majority voter base, despite cross-party collaboration in Parliament: RW

President Ranil Wickremesinghe said although all political parties in Parliament are united, none of them currently possess a 50% voter base.

Fuel distribution continues, suffcient fuel by tomorrow: Minister

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Lanka IOC (LIOC) are continuing to distribute fuel islandwide and there will be sufficient fuel stocks available in all fuel stations by tomorrow (Sunday), Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

PCB refuses to play ODI series in Lanka after SLC’s proposal to host all Asia Cup matches: Report

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is upset at Sri Lankan board expressing its desire to host the entire Asia Cup and has declined the latter’s offer to play an ODI bilateral series in the island nation.

Dengue cases surpass 40,000 mark

The tally of Dengue cases reported for 2023 has surpassed the 40,000 mark, indicating that Sri Lanka is not out of the woods yet.

Over 100mm rain expected today: Met. Dept

Heavy rains exceeding 100 mm is expected in the Sabaragamuwa Province and in Galle, Matara and Kalutara districts due to the South-West monsoon which is likely to be gradually established across the island during next few days, the Department of Meteorology said today.