Ministerial committee on education council holds first meeting

The Ministerial Committee appointed to establish the proposed Education Council convened its first meeting yesterday (29) at the Education Ministry.

Trump’s tariffs on Sri Lanka, other countries illegal?

A US appeals court has ruled that most tariffs issued by US President Donald Trump are illegal, setting up a potential legal showdown that could upend his foreign policy agenda.

Sri Lanka-UAE direct oil deal: Price negotiations underway

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) is currently engaged in price negotiation with the petroleum authorities of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to purchase oil under a direct agreement, an official said.

Madushanka picks up maiden hat-trick as SL edge Zimbabwe in thriller

In a thrilling first ODI of the three-match series, Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by seven runs in the final over, thanks to a stunning maiden hat-trick by Dilshan Madushanka.

Cruelty to dog: Suspect remanded till Sept 10

A young man who had been arrested on suspicion of inflicting cruelty on a pet dog at a house in Edinburgh Estate, Nanuoya, was produced before Nuwara Eliya Magistrate Lankangani Prabuddhika and remanded till September 10.

Over 10,000 disappearance complaints to be reinvestigated – Justice Minister

Investigations will be reopened into more than 10,000 complaints of enforced disappearances reported in both the North and South prior to the year 2000, said Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara.

Club Wasantha’s murder: Main suspect released on bail

The first suspect Balapitiyage Dulan Sanjaya who had been on remand in the murder of Surendra Wasantha Perera alias “Club Wasantha” at a tattoo centre in Athurugiriya was released on cash bail of Rs. 150,000 and personal bail of Rs.250,000 each with two sureties by Homagama High Court Judge Nawaratne Marasinghe.

Backhoe Saman’s wife, child arrested with Kehelbaddara Padme returns

The woman and child who were arrested in Indonesia alongside underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme and several of his associates arrived in Sri Lanka this evening (29).

O/L and A/L exams to be held on time from next year

Education Ministry officials stated that preparations have been made to conduct the G.C.E. Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations from next year on time as previously scheduled.

Kasturi Chellaraja honoured as Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025

The Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), in celebration of its 100th year anniversary, honoured Kasturi Chellaraja with the title of Sri Lankan Iconic Woman 2025.

Sun to be dire​ctly over Sri Lanka until September 07

The Department of Meteorology announced that the sun will be directly over Sri Lanka from August 28 to September 07 due to its apparent southward relative motion.

TPA, ITAK & SLMC discuss economic, political issues with US Congressional staff

The Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA), the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the Illangai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) discussed economic and political reforms with the US Congressional staff in Colombo, TPA leader Mano Ganesan said today.

Gazette soon to make seat belts mandatory for Expressway buses: Minister

A gazette notification containing regulations that make it mandatory for passengers travelling in passenger buses on expressways to wear seat belts is scheduled to be issued on August 31, Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake said.

Nimal Lanza remanded

Former Parliamentarian Nimal Lanza was remanded until September 12 after being produced before the Negombo Magistrate’s Court today.

Ranil discharged

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has been discharged from hospital this afternoon, former President’s office said.

Thai court removes Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office

Thailand’s Constitutional Court has removed suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, after finding her guilty of ethical misconduct over a controversial phone call with Cambodia’s former leader, Hun Sen.

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa further remanded

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa was today ordered to be further remanded till September 12 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama after being arrested on charges of corruption and conspiracy.

Crude oil prices fall to $68.24, set for weekly gain despite demand concerns

Oil prices declined on Friday, though they remain on track to register a weekly gain. The market is navigating opposing forces. On one hand, demand is expected to soften with the approach of the end of the U.S. summer driving season, a period when fuel consumption typically peaks in the world’s largest oil consumer. On the other hand, traders continue to weigh the uncertainty surrounding the stability and availability of Russian supply.

New Rs. 2000 commemorative banknote presented to President

A new Rs. 2000 commemorative banknote marking the 75th anniversary of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) was presented to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today.

Rathana Thera remanded

Former MP Athuraliye Rathana Thera was remanded till September 12 by the Gangodawila Magistrate today.

When the iron is hot, hit it: Ex-Envoy Kananathan

The United States has dealt a heavy blow to South Asian trade by slapping 50% tariffs on most imports from India, a move expected to hit New Delhi’s $86 billion annual exports to the U.S. hard. President Donald Trump said the decision is aimed at cutting India’s access to the U.S. market while pressuring it over continued purchases of Russian oil.

Ranil transferred to normal ward

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the National Hospital, Colombo, has been transferred to a normal ward, UNP Assistant Leader Akila Viraj Kariyawasam told the media.

Wharf clerk arrested for soliciting bribe

A wharf clerk of a private firm registered with the Customs Department has been arrested for soliciting a bribe for releasing a container.

Rajitha Senaratne remanded till September 9

Former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne was today ordered to be remanded until September 9 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama

Nimal Lanza arrested

Former State Minister Nimal Lanza has been arrested by the Kochchikade police.

Rathana Thera appears before court

Former MP Athuraliye Rathana Thera, who was evading arrest, appeared before the Gangodawila Magistrate’s Court this morning.

South Korea’s ex-first lady charged with corruption, bribery

South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee and former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo were indicted Friday in special investigations that followed the ousting of the former president for imposing martial law.

Rajitha remanded

The case filed against former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne, for allegedly influencing the Board of Directors of the Fisheries Corporation to lease out the Modara Fisheries Harbour to a private company at a low rate, was taken up today before the Colombo High Court.

Writ petition on elephant protection: Court directs notices to authorities

The Court of Appeal today directed that direct notices be served on the Minister of Environment, the Director General of the Department of Wildlife Conservation and other state authorities in connection with a writ petition filed seeking an order directing the authorities to detect and remove illegal electric fences to ensure the protection and conservation of elephants.

Electric boats to collect waste on Beira Lake

Steps have been taken to introduce electric boats to collect waste on the Beira Lake, which can collect up to 3,000 kgs of floating solid waste every day, Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof said.