China willing to help Sri Lanka deal with debt burden: Zhao Lijian

China is willing to play an active role in helping Sri Lanka deal with its debt burden along with other countries and international organizations, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference on Wednesday.

Champika to function as independent MP in Parliament

SJB MP Patali Champika Ranawaka today informed Parliament that he would function as an independent MP in Parliament from today.

Man arrested for hiding fuel bowser at private company premises in Sapugaskanda

A 50-year-old man was arrested for hiding a fuel bowser containing 3500 litres of diesel illegally at a private company premises in Sapugaskanda yesterday.

Ranil holds discussion with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe held a discussion on Tuesday evening with the Managing Director of the IMF, Kristalina Georgieva, regarding the current economic situation in the country where the latter had assured support to Sri Lanka during difficult times, the Prime Minister’s office said today.

Johnston files writ petition to prevent his arrest over Galle Face incident

Former Minister Johnston Fernando has filed a writ petition in the Court of Appeal seeking an interim order preventing him being arrested by CID over attacks on Galle Face protestors.

Two nabbed with over 1kg of heroin in Modara

Two persons including a 24-year-old woman had been arrested by the STF with over 1kg of heroin which has a street value of more than Rs. 10 million.

Another ship with gas sails in; sufficient for six days: LITRO

Another 3,900 MT shipment of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) arrived in the country this morning, LITRO Gas Lanka Limited said.

CPC and LIOC deny rumours of another fuel price hike

LIOC and Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) denied last night the rumours that fuel prices were to be increased today.

Australia in easy 10 wickets win over Sri Lanka after Hazlewood’s 4/16

World champions Australia made light of Sri Lanka’s meager total of 128 in coasting to a handsome 10- wicket triumph in 14 overs in the first of the 3-day T20 series tonight at the R. Premadasa International Stadium.

Financial crisis: Funding for Basil’s projects to be stopped

The cabinet has decided to differ or fully stop funding of a number of mega development projects proposed by former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa in his budget 2022 owing to the current financial crisis, Cabinet spokesman and Transport and Highways Minister Bandula Gunawardana said yesterday.

Schoolgirl raped by grandfather, uncle, brother

A 13-year old schoolgirl in Ethimale police area in Monaragala who complained of a stomach ache was examined by a doctor to find her conceived.

Health ministry to pay back-wages for Dr. Shafi before July 10

The Ministry of Health today gave an undertaking before the Court of Appeal that the salary and allowances payable to Dr. Shafi Shihabdeen will be paid before July 10 this year.

Public servants seeking overseas jobs asked to register with SLBFE

Public servants who are looking for employment overseas are given the opportunity to register themselves with the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said.

All set for annual Poson week with fewer Dansalas in Anuradhapura

All arrangements have been made to conduct the 2022 national Poson festival targeting the sacred cities of (Atamasthana) in Anuradhapura, Mihintale and Thanthirimale, the Government Information Department said.

No gas distribution tomorrow: LITRO

LITRO Gas Lanka Ltd has announced that there will be no domestic gas distribution tomorrow.

President invited me to accept Premiership hours before Ranil accepted it: SF

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe should give credit to me as he was able to become the premier of this country because of him, SJB MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka said today.

12-year old schoolgirl slips out from home in search of lover

A 12 year old schoolgirl from Munkilaaru in Mullaitivu had slipped away from home and made a long journey to Hatton in search of a young man whom she had fallen in love with through social media.

Major General Jagath Kodithuwakku, new Chief of Staff of Army

Major General Jagath Kodithuwakku, the present Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army has been appointed the new Chief of Staff of the Army, effective from Wednesday (8).

Purchase fuel from Russia: Vasu urges Govt.

Claiming that fuel can be purchased from Russia 35% lesser than the normal global market price, Parliamentarian Vasudeva Nanayakkara today urged the government to take steps to get down fuel from Russia.

Fuel supply to return to normal from tomorrow: Minister

Claiming that fuel supply was restricted during the last few days, Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said today the required diesel and petrol would be released to the market from tomorrow.

Supplementary estimate of Rs 695 Bn presented in Parliament

Government today presented to Parliament a supplementary estimate to spend Rs 695 billion for various purposes.

Nimal Siripala de Silva obtains Enjoining Order against SLFP

The Colombo District Court today issued an enjoining order preventing Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) from removing Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva from party office-bearers.

CBSL Governor denies reports of dispute with PM

The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today rejected reports circulating on social media of a dispute between him and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

SL to re-sign MoU to get education, employment opportunities in Canada

The Cabinet has approved to re-sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement a voluntary collaboration program in Sri Lanka to provide education, employment and empowerment opportunities in Canada.

Fuel supply: PM says next three weeks will be tough

Whilst stating that next three weeks will be tough with regard to fuel supply,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe urged people not to stock fuel and gas.

Ajith Nivard Cabraal released on bail

Former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal was today released on bail by Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court over a private plaint filed for alleged financial irregularities took place while he was serving as the Central Bank Governor in 2014.

Cabinet approves to import 231,000 MTs of fertilizer for paddy cultivation

The Cabinet had approved to import 150,000 metric tons of Urea, 45,000 metric tons of Muriate of Potash (MOP) and 36,000 metric tons of Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) fertilizers for paddy cultivation for the 2022/23 Maha season.

Two men hacked to death in Eppawala

Two persons aged 32 and 48 years old had been hacked to death last night at Edagala Junction in Eppawala.

Ranjan sentenced two years suspended imprisonment over second contempt of court case

Former State Minister Ranjan Ramanayak was today sentenced to two-year-rigorous  imprisonment suspended for five years by Supreme Court in connection with the second contempt of court case.

Pfizer vaccination centres at CMC today

Colombo Regional Epidemiologist Dr. Dinu Guruge today requested those who are over 20 years of age to get the fourth dose against COVID-19 virus from the CMC Vaccination Centres today.