Thundershowers likely in several provinces & districts

Thundershowers are expected would in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and Galle and Matara districts, the Forecasting Division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

Govt. to get tough on those speaking against religions

In the wake of the recent derogatory and inflammatory statements made by certain individuals against Buddhism and other religions, the Government is mulling enacting stronger laws to ensure that religious harmony is properly safeguarded and upheld in the country.

Coast Conservation Dept. clears path to build water villas in Kalpitiya

Sri Lanka’s Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management Department has cleared a proposal to build water villas in 16 islets off Kalpitiya in the North Western coast.

Japanese business delegation expected in SL in 4Q

On the sidelines of the visit of President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the roundtable meeting ‘Sri Lanka’s Economic Revival and Opportunities for Japanese Enterprise’, a delegation from Japan is due to arrive in the island nation in the fourth quarter of this year.

SL’s food security seen improving but prevalent within specific regions

Food security in Sri Lanka is improving across all provinces but is still prevalent within specific regions, the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) report revealed.

Chennai Super Kings win fifth IPL title

The Chennai Super Kings claimed their fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a five-wicket win on DLS (Duckworth/Lewis/Stern) over the Gujarat Titans, in a crazy IPL final that spanned three days and ended at 1:35 a.m. this morning.

Grade Five 2022 exam results will be release after considering appeals

The Examinations Department announced today that the 2022 Grade Five scholarship examination results will be released after considering the appeals received.

Gujarat Titans amass 214 against Chennai Super Kings in IPL final

Sai Sudharsan struck a stunning half-century for the Gujarat Titans, who amassed 214 for 4 in their 20 overs in the final of the Indian Premier League.

Yupun to miss Florence Diamond League meet

Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has ruled himself out of the Florence Diamond League meet this Friday, missing the opportunity to compete against the current Men’s 100m Olympic and World champions.

Special police unit to maintain religious harmony

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed the Minister of Public Security, Tiran Alles to take immediate action to establish a special police unit to investigate into and act on persons or groups that distrupt religious harmony.

Chinese national detained over forged passports is a wanted person in China -AG

The Attorney General today informed the Court of Appeal that the Chinese national who filed a writ petition challenging his deportation to China following the possession of forged passports was a wanted person in China over a drug offence case.

Preparations continue for flying an ailing Thai elephant back from Sri Lanka

Three veterinarians, a mahout, two assistants and a specially-built cage will be flown to Sri Lanka on a chartered flight on July 1st to bring “Saksurin”, an ailing and aging Thai elephant, back home after about 21 years abroad.

Call for examinor applications for 2022 (2023) O/L exams

The Examinations Department today called for applications for marking examiners for the 2022 (2023) GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) Examinations.

Heat index reaches caution level in several areas: Met. Dept.

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) today warned of undue health conditions as a result of the increasing Heat Index, which is the temperature felt on the human body.

Do not expose child victims through media: Parliamentary Caucus for Children

Immediate measures should be taken to prevent the exposure of child victims and the child accused through the media as many social problems have arisen due to such exposures, Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus for Children Rohini Kumari Wijerathna.

Thief breaks into Sri Lankan temple in Adelaide

A man broke into a Sri Lankan Buddhist temple in Adelaide and stole some of the money donated by worshipers.

Saddharathana thera remanded

Venerable Rajangane Saddharathana Thera who was arrested over his remarks that could disrupt religious harmony has been remanded until June 7 by the Fort magistrate a short while ago.

Trial against Joseph Stalin and 32 others fixed for July 01

Colombo Additional Magistrate Harshana Rajakaruna today fixed for July 01 the trial against General Secretary of the Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) Joseph Stalin and 32 others for staging a demonstration in Battaramulla while violating quarantine laws.

ADB approves $350 million for Sri Lanka economic stabilization programme

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved a $350 million special policy-based loan to provide budget support to Sri Lanka for economic stabilization.

SL Rupee drops below Rs. 290 against US Dollar

The Sri Lanka Rupee (SLR) has further appreciated against the US Dollar (USD) today, according to the Central Bank (CBSL).

JSA expresses concerns over four names proposed for High Court

The Judicial Service Association (JSA) has expressed its concern about four names proposed for imminent appointments to the High Court.

Nutritionist and psychologist hired for Sri Lanka team

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has hired the services of a nutritionist and a psychologist for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan, it is learnt.

BCCI not in favour of PCB's ’’hybrid-model’’ for Asia Cup, impasse continues

The impasse over the hosting of the Asia Cup 2023 looks set to continue after it was reported that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was not in favour of the proposed ’’hybrid-model’’.

Lankan teen racing ace Yevan David earns podium finish in Belgium

A skillful and masterly driving by 15-year-old Sri Lankan Yevan David was the Cynosure of the DKM German Karting Seniors Championship Race, held over the weekend. The competition attracted 44 professional drivers.

Did you attend Natasha’s comedy show? Police will quiz you

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is conducting investigations to identify and record statements from those who were present at Nathasha Edirisooriya’s stand-up comedy show held in Colombo, where certain disrespectful remarks were made on Buddhism.

Lanka Premier League player auction on June 14 - How will it work?

The Lanka Premier League will conduct its first ever player auction on June 14, ahead of the fourth season of the league.

Fireworks at wedding claims a life in Thambuttegama

An individual who received serious injuries in an explosion during a fireworks display at a wedding reception in Thambuttegama area died on admission to Thambuttegama divisional hospital.

SJB to meet a top IMF delegation on Wednesday

The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) yesterday said they will discuss with the IMF the open violation of the agreement signed between the two before passing the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of US$ 2.9 billion’ by the repeated postponement of LG polls.

What happens if reserve day for CSK vs GT final is washed out?

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 final between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans was shifted to the reserve day on Monday after rain forced play to be abandoned on Sunday.

Ven. Rajangane Saddharathana Thera arrested

Ven. Rajangane Saddharathana Thera, a monk who is famous on social media, has been arrested by the police in the Anuradhapura area.