Female hotel officer injured after alleged abuse by Polish tourists

A female Executive Public Relations Officer at a leading five-star hotel in Wadduwa has reportedly fallen ill after an incident in which she was allegedly abused by a group of Polish nationals.

Schoolboy dies in wasp attack at Pussellawa

A school student died and seven others, including four members of the same family, were injured in a wasp attack in Pussellawa, police reported.

Sri Lanka Transport Board Chairman Ramal Siriwardena resigns

Ramal Siriwardena has resigned from his position as Chairman of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation said.

Trump offers millions of federal workers eight months pay to resign

President Donald Trump has offered buyout packages to almost all federal workers who do not want to return to the office, a major move designed to shrink the US government.

Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe assumes duties as Sri Lanka Air Force Commander

Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe officially assumed duties today as the 20th Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force.

Experts warn against harmful effects of skin whitening creams

The use of skin whitening creams is widespread in Sri Lanka, but experts warn that bleaching creams may contain harmful ingredients that can cause serious health issues.

Automated system to block mobile phones without TRC approval

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) said it will introduce new software to detect and prevent the use of mobile phones that do not have TRC approval.

Indian fishermen arrested in SL waters, remanded

Thirteen Indian fishermen, who were arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy yesterday (28) for illegally entering Sri Lankan waters off Kankesanthurai, were remanded until February 10 by the Mallakam Magistrate today.

Trump asks Musk to ‘go get’ NASA astronauts stuck in space

In a post on X on Tuesday evening, Elon Musk said President Trump had asked his rocket company SpaceX to bring home “as soon as possible” two NASA astronauts who have been on the International Space Station since June.

Mona Lisa to be moved as part of major Louvre overhaul

The Mona Lisa will be moved to a new exhibition space at the Louvre in Paris as part of a plan to renovate the world’s most frequented museum.

Headline inflation projected to remain negative in near term

Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), remained in the negative territory for the fourth consecutive month in December 2024, according to the Central Cank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).

CBSL maintains the Overnight Policy Rate at the current level

The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, at its meeting held on 28 January 2025, decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) of the Central Bank at its current level of 8.00 per cent.

No order to kill it, only to hand over it to goat owner – Mediation Board

In response to reports about a goat-eating dog being killed by hanging, the Justice Ministry said that the Mediation Board did not issue an order to that effect, but facilitated the mutually agreeable solution, which involved handing over the dog to the goat owner after its owner refused responsibility.

Constitutional bar strikes government

A constitutional bar stands in the way of the government’s move to prune perks and benefits of former Presidents as observed by the committee appointed to look into it, an informed source said.

Geoff Allardice to step down as ICC CEO

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today confirmed that Geoff Allardice has decided to step down as ICC Chief Executive.

“Step up”: President tells private sector

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake delivered a strong message to Sri Lanka’s private sector yesterday, urging them to step up and play their part in uplifting the national economy, rather than leaving the entire burden of transformation on the government.

Govt. assures support to uplift apparel industry workforce with vocational training

The government has reaffirmed its support to uplift apparel sector workforce by pledging to collaborate with industry leaders and align vocational training programmes with evolving needs.

Cabinet approval granted to sign MoU with Italy to boost bilateral ties

Cabinet approval has been granted to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between Sri Lanka and Italy on the establishment of a political consultancy mechanism, Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday. The Minister said the MoU was signed between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employments and Tourism of Sri Lanka and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Corporation of the Republic of Italy.

Sri Lanka and Australia renew rivalry at Galle

Sri Lanka and Australia will renew their rivalry in a two-Test home series starting tomorrow at the Galle Stadium.

Loss making state owned companies to be listed in CSE

A study is being conducted on how to list loss-making State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) via a holding company, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake revealed today.

Cases filed against Aragalaya activists; Govt. to provide reasonable solution: Minister

Claiming that there is an issue in filing cases with regard to Aragalaya activists who were arrested during the Aragalaya time, Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said the government will intervene to provide them with a reasonable solution.

Economic Transformation Act will be amended: President

The government expects to implement the Economic Transformation Act with amendments, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Justice will prevail: Namal responds to Krrish case indictment

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa has expressed confidence in the judiciary following the Attorney General’s decision to file an indictment against him in connection with the Krrish Company case.

Don’t hold grudges against people: SLPP MP

The National People’s Power (NPP) government should not hold grudges against people but should focus on bringing a real system change, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP D.V. Chanaka said.

President’s Fund to allocate further support for Students

The Board of Governors of the President’s Fund convened today (28) at the Presidential Secretariat, where one of the key topics discussed was expanding educational support for students, particularly those preparing for the G.C.E. Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations.

Veteran journalist Lakshman Jayawardene passes away

Veteran journalist Lakshman Jayawardene who has been involved with the media for a long period passed away today.

My father would have won Nobel Peace Prize if he had signed MOU with LTTE: Namal

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa would have won the Nobel Peace Prize if he had signed an MOU with the LTTE but he did what he had to do, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa said today.

Namal Rajapaksa indicted before High Court over alleged Krrish deal

The Attorney General has filed indictments against Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa over the alleged misappropriation of Rs.70 million belonging to Krrish Company.

Poor air quality due to polluted air from India: NBRO

Referring to the air quality in many parts of having reached unhealthy levels, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) said the poor air quality is caused by polluted air originating from India as well as locally generated pollutants.

UNP will be SJB partner soon: Mujibur

While highlighting that talks between his party and United National Party (UNP) has been a success, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Mujibur Rahman said today that the UNP will soon become a partner of the SJB.