Elle Gunawansa Thera urges SC to dismiss Pastor Jerome’s petition

In an intervention petition, Ven. Elle Gunawansa Thera has urged the Supreme Court to dismiss the Fundamental Rights petition filed by Pastor Jerome Fernando who sought order against his imminent arrest by police.

Social media activist Bruno Divakara remanded till June 7

Social media activist Bruno Divakara arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting in publishing the controversial remarks made by Nathasha Edirisooriya was remanded till 07 June after being produced before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court.

Debuts for Hemantha and Pathirana on the cards as Sri Lanka build up to key World Cup qualifiers

Leg spinner Dushan Hemantha and sling-armed fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana are in line for One Day International debuts when Sri Lanka take on Afghanistan in the first ODI in Hambantota tomorrow.

Ajahn Brahmawanso Thera not originally booked on SriLankan Airlines

Responding to the allegations related to the incident involving Ven. Ajahn Brahmawanso (Ajahn Brahm), where the Thera was held back at the airport for 12 hours, SriLankan Airlines clarified that the Thera was not originally booked to travel to Bangkok or any other destination on SriLankan Airlines but was booked on a different airline when the delay occurred.

Abu Dhabi cargo vessel chief engineer dies after falling from ship at Galle port

The Harbour Police launched an investigation after the chief engineer of a cargo ship owned by Abu Dhabi, which was anchored at the Galle port, died after he fell into the sea today.

Don’t panic, enough fuel in stock: Kanchana

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara requests the public not to panic over fuel shortages as the CPC and LIOC have adequate stocks in hand.

BIA bumps Ven. Ajahn Brahmawanso Thera from Bangkok flight to make way for Dinesh

Ven. Ajahn Brahmawanso Thera, who arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), to leave for Bangkok had been kept waiting at the airport for 12 hours as Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane was also set to leave for Thailand on the same flight.

Sri Lanka set to unleash IPL star Matheesha Pathirana ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Although Pathirana has played just one Twenty20 International, he is already a star after performing a key role for Chennai in the Super Kings’ run to a record fifth Indian Premier League title.

Sri Lanka Rupee further appreciates against US Dollar

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

Now goats also to be insured

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has decided to introduce an insurance scheme for goats, its Chairman W.M.B. Weerasekara said.

Shavendra Silva sends letter of demand to Wimal

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva has sent a letter of demand to MP Wimal Weerawansa for allegedly making defamatory remarks on him recently.

Professionals from 14 categories required to register with IRD from today

A special Gazette notification has been issued making it mandatory for professionals belonging to 14 categories including Doctors, Engineers, Chartered Accountants and Architects to register themselves with the Inland Revenue Dept from today (01 June).

Tuk-Tuk fares can be reduced by Rs. 1, but no mechanism to implement: Union

Considering the previous and recent fuel price revisions, the three-wheeler fares can be reduced by Rs. 1, but there is no mechanism in place to implement it, All-Island Three-Wheeler Drivers’ Union (AITWDU) president Lalith Dharmasekera said.

Current fuel shortage due to delay in placing orders, will be rectified soon

The Petroleum Dealers’ Association (PDA) today said there is a fuel shortage in the country after the recent fuel price reduction.

Afghanistan star ruled out of opening ODIs of Sri Lanka series

Star spinner Rashid Khan will be sidelined for Afghanistan’s opening two matches of the three-ODI series against Sri Lanka due to a lower back injury.

SL’s first Potato Chips factory production trials successful

The production trial of Sri Lanka’s first Potato Chips factory has been a great success, Agriculture Ministry said.

Doors open for another 12 persons to Japan

Air tickets were awarded yesterday for twelve persons to depart to Japan for technical service training, the Labour and Foreign Employment Ministry said.

A dozen Govt institutions including Telecom, Lotus Tower brought under Finance Minister

Twelve government-related institutions, including Sri Lanka Telecom and its subsidiaries and allied institutions and Colombo Lotus Tower Management Company (Pvt.) Limited, have been brought under the Finance, Economic Stabilization and National Policies Ministry.

Minister admits shortage of 111 drugs

While admitting that there was a shortage of 111 drugs as of yesterday (30), Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella said that the Government has paid special attention to the matter and actions are underway to address the shortage.

Monetary Board relaxes policy interest rates

The Monetary Board of the Central Bank relaxes policy interest rates by 250 basis points. Accordingly, SDFR comes down to 13 percent and SLFR to 14 percent.

Citizens at war with failing health sector

The general public who come to seek medical treatment from Government hospitals is facing great inconvenience as they are being asked to purchase certain drugs and get certain tests done from private pharmacies, which is like jumping out of the frying pan into the fire.

Journalist Jamila Husain appointed as Editor In Chief of Daily Mirror

Senior Journalist Jamila Husain has been appointed as the new Editor in Chief of Daily Mirror from today (June 1).

MS Dhoni will take medical advice for knee injury

Chennai Super Kings’ CEO Kasi Viswanathan has confirmed that MS Dhoni will take medical advice on his knee injury, adding that undergoing surgery would be completely Dhoni’s call. Notably, Dhoni said that he would be coming back for another season of the IPL in 2024 as a gift to the fans, if his body allows.

Fuel prices reduced from tonight

The Power and Energy Minister has decided to revise the retail prices of Lanka Petrol 92 Octane, Lanka Petrol 95 Octane Euro 4, Lanka Super Diesel 4 Star Euro 4, Lanka Kerosene and Lanka Industrial Kerosene from tonight.

Lotus Tower welcomes 15,000th foreign visitor

The mamagement of the Lotus Tower said they reached the 15,000th visitor this morning since the tower opened to the public.

President to make special statement tomorrow

President Ranil Wickremesinghe will make a special statement tomorrow regarding the measures taken by the government during the last nine months and the future steps in the social, economic and political reforms programme of Sri Lanka.

Three-day special trains on Poson poya day

The Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) today announced special train services scheduled to Anuradhapura for three days to facilitate the pilgrims during the Poson Poya Day.

Lack of funding for A’pura Poson programme: Govt. refutes allegations

The government refutes allegations by various parties about a lack of funding for the Anuradhapura Poson programme, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

CID arrests Bruno Divakara over Nathasha Edirisooriya’s remarks

Bruno Divakara, who claims to be the owner of SLVLOG, has been arrested for aiding and abetting Nathasha Edirisooriya, who has been remanded for making comments disrespectful to Buddhism.

Negombo Divisional Secretary found hanged at official residence

The Divisional Secretary of Negombo was found hanged at his official residence, Police said.