India and Sri Lanka to strengthen connectivity in order to enhance people-to-people linkage

In an attempt to boost connectivity with each other, neighbours India and Sri Lanka to go ahead with two connectivity proposals which are considered key in enhancing people-to-people connectivity especially between the Northern region of Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu.

Four Peradeniya Undergrads arrested during 2nd Aus-SL ODI

Four 4th year undergraduates of the Faculty of Arts of the Peradeniya University have been arrested for obstructing the duties of the policemen during the second ODI cricket match between Australia and Sri Lanka yesterday at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.

Yupun finishes fifth at Oslo Diamond League

Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon finished fifth in the 100m event at the Diamond League meet held in Oslo, Norway yesterday, clocking a time of 10.16 seconds.

Private buses will operate according to fuel they get: Bus owners

The private bus owners’ associations yesterday claimed that they will operate buses today for the amount of fuel they get for their buses.

How far should you go to ensure election of ‘good MPs’?

The genesis of the slogan demanding 225 clean and virtuous Members in Parliament has a long political history. In the 4th century B.C. Aristotle in “The Politics”, argued that if it is inevitable that not all.....

Sri Lanka has one of the slowest roads in the world: IMF study

Sri Lanka is among the nations in the world that has the slowest roads, which indicate the economy is facing obstacles in its development effort, an IMF analysis revealed.

US announces $6 million in emergency assistance to SL

The United States announced today that it will provide US$6 million in emergency assistance to address the needs of marginalized and vulnerable communities impacted by Sri Lanka’s economic crisis.

Chamika triggers collapse, Sri Lanka draw level with Australia

All-rounder Chamika Karunaratne triggered an Australian batting collapse, as Sri Lanka fought back to level the five-match ODI series at a game-apiece at the Pallekele Stadium on Thursday.

Cashew galore at Colombo Port kitchen even amid crisis

It has been revealed that half of the money allocated for food at the Colombo Port is spent on cashews.

S. Korea to support SL to overcome current economic crisis

The South Korean Government will extend its fullest support to Sri Lanka in its efforts to overcome the current economic crisis, South Korean Ambassador to Sri Lanka Jeong Woonjin has said.

US partners with VEGA to promote green energy, electric vehicles in SL

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung was present at a ceremony to sign an agreement that will provide technical assistance to VEGA Innovations to help them further develop Sri Lanka’s electric vehicle sector.

President, PM says no curfew or lockdown

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today reportedly informed there was no necessity of the country going for total lock down or curfew due to the severe shortage of fuel, as more fuel shipments were expected to arrive in the country next week.

PMB plans to increase supplying 10,000 MT rice to market monthly: Amaraweera

The Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera today instructed to the Paddy Marketing Board (PMD) officials to supply 10,000 metric tons of rice per month to overcome the shortage that prevails in the market.

Water bills amounting to Rs.7,500 mn unpaid : Water Board

A large number of consumers, including households, commercial enterprises, government agencies and schools owe the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) nearly Ra. 7,500 million by April 2022, officials revealed.

Applications called for 2023 Grade One admissions

The Instructions relating to the admission of students to Grade One for the Year 2023 in State schools had been released today, the Education Ministry said.

Ceylon Biscuits founder passes away

The founder and President of Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL) Group, Deshamanya Mineka Wickramasingha has passed away at the age of 87.

SL to import 50,000 metric tons of rice under Indian loan

The Government has decided to import 50,000 metric tons of rice under the Indian loan assistance program, the Prime Minister’s office said today.

US Senate foreign panel head asks QUAD memebers to help SL

US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chair Bob Menendez has asked the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) members (Australia, India, Japan, US) to help Sri Lanka to avoid “an economic implosion”.

School holiday for tomorrow

The Education Ministry has declared a school holiday for government and government-approved private schools tomorrow (17) as a special holiday due to the transportation difficulties.

Fuel distribution will streamline after price revision on June 24: Ananda Palitha

The fuel distribution in the country will not be streamlined until the fuel price increase comes into effect by June 24, Samagi United Trade Union Force (SUTUF) convener and media spokesman Ananda Palitha said.

Norochcholai down again for 70 days

The Norochcholai coal power plant will be closed for maintenance for 70 days , but it will not lead to the increase of current load shedding hours , Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said .

Several areas plunged in chaos without fuel, gas

Several roads in Colombo, its suburbs and other parts of the country have been blocked by devastated consumers who are demanding for fuel and gas.

Centre has helped release of 2,977 Indian fishermen from Sri Lanka: Union Minister

The Narendra Modi Government has ensured the release of 2,977 fishermen who were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy and lodged in the prisons in the island nation, said Minister of State for External Affairs V. Muraleedharan.

Fuel supply has become extremely challenging - Kanchana

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said fuel supply had become extremely challenging since the release of sufficient foreign exchange by the Central Bank had been limited .

Man who attacked a disabled soldier at Galle Face identified as ruggerite Sajith Saranga- CID

The CID has informed court that the person who attacked a disabled soldier, which was circulating on social media during the mob attack on Galle Face protesters on May 9 has been identified as ruggerite Sajith Saranga.

16-hour water cut in Colombo

The water supply has been interrupted for 16 hours from now onwards for several areas in Colombo due to improvement work of pipelines, the National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWSDB) said.

Suspicious package found near Katuwapitiya Church

A suspicious package believed to be containing explosive materials was recovered along a lane near Katuwapitiya Church in Negombo, which is also in the close proximity to the Negombo Mayor’s residence.

Another man dies in petrol queue

A man who was standing in a queue to buy petrol at Wekada petrol shed in Panadura died this morning, police said.

Harsha meets Ranil; says ready to help

SJB MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, who had met Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday, expressed his willingness to work for the betterment of Sri Lanka.

Plans afoot to expedite final stage water supply projects: PMD

Plans are afoot to complete the work on large and small scale water supply projects which are in the final stages of construction in order to vest with the public, President’s Media Division (PMD) said.