US donor consortium partners with Rotary Club of Colombo Regency to donate crucial medical supplies

Providing much-needed assistance, a US donor Consortium partnered with the Rotary Club of Colombo Regency and EFL Sri Lanka to donate USD 1.145 million worth of medical supplies to the Ministry of Health in Sri Lanka.

Basil’s loyalists in fresh move to scuttle 21A

In a fresh move to scuttle the 21st Amendment to the Constitution, the loyalists of MP Basil Rajapaksa on Monday insisted at the government’s group meeting that bringing about economic stability should be prioritized instead of expending energy on constitutional changes, Daily Mirror learns.

SC orders CID to place Duminda Silva under prison custody

The Supreme Court today issued an Interim Order directing the CID to place Duminda Silva under the custody of prisons with immediate effect.

PM to bring in political reforms, secure foreign assistance: Ruwan

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is making an effort to bring in political reforms and secure assistance from the international community by the end of June, UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene said today.

Atulugama murder:Suspect remanded

The suspect who was arrested in connection with the murder of a nine-year-old girl in Atulugama, Bandaragama was remanded till tomorrow by the Panadura Magistrate today.

Trinco Port to be devloped as industrial harbour

Expressions of interest have been called from private investors to develop the Trincomalee Port as an industrial port, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Chairman Prasantha Jayamanne said today.

Taxes incl. VAT to be increased

The government today decided to revise taxes given the current economic crisis and thereby decided to increase Value added Tax from 8% to 12%.

Powercut to return after O/L exam

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) today approved the scheduled powercuts from June 2 to 5.

SC suspends presidential pardon granted on Duminda Silva

Supreme Court today issued an Interim Order suspending the operation of Presidential Pardon granted by President to former parliamentarian Duminda Silva.

Edu. Ministry to probe incident

The Education Ministry is conducting a formal investigation into abusing of an ordinary level (O/L) female candidate by an examination invigilator on May 25.

Vikum Liyanage appointed new Army Chief, Shavendra continues as CDS

Major General Vikum Liyanage has been appointed as the new Commander of Sri Lanka Army by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today.

Two sluice gates opened in Deduru Oya

The two sluice gates of Deduru Oya reservoir have been opened as a result of rapidly rising water level, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Navy deploys six teams to provide relief

The Sri Lanka Navy has deployed six relief teams in several places in the Sabaragamuwa and Southern Provinces as of Tuesday morning to provide relief to the people who live in vulnerable areas and are affected by flash floods, triggered by heavy showers in several parts of the island.

Deluge to continue today and for next few days

The prevailing showery and windy weather conditions over the island are expected to intensify during the day today and the next few days, the Metrology Department said.

Shashi Weerawansa released on bail

Shashi Weerawansa, the wife of National Freedom Front (NFF) Leader Wimal Weerawansa was today released on bail by Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Case against Prasanna Ranatunga fixed for judgment

The case against Minister Prasanna Ranatunga and his wife was today fixed for judgment by Colombo High Court.

Gazette issued detailing functions of ministries: Telecom, BOI comes under President

Forty-two Department, Statutory Boards and State Corporations including the Sri Lanka Telecom, Board of Investment and the Colombo Port City Economic Commission has been gazetted under the Defence Ministry which is under President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Gold worth over Rs.43 mn seized

Gold biscuits worth Rs. 43 million, weighing 1.912 kg was confiscated by the Sri Lanka Customs sub prevention office in Kankesanthurai on Saturday (May 28), Customs Deputy Director (Legal) and media spokesman Sudatta Silva said.

Rs. 695 bn Supplementary Budget receives cabinet nod

The proposal to submit a supplementary estimate for the provision of Rs. 695 billion under the ‘Budget Assistance Services and Emergency Responsibilities’ project of the National Budget Department received the Cabinet nod on Monday.

Oil climbs above $121 a barrel

Oil prices climbed above $121 a barrel on Monday, hitting a two-month high as China eased COVID-19 restrictions and traders priced in expectations that the European Union will eventually reach an agreement to ban Russian oil imports.

Freighter carrying 40,000 MT diesel reaches port

With a view of empowering the country, a shipment of 40,000 MT of diesel supplied under Indian assistance reached the Colombo port yesterday evening, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said.

Five-point assistance from China to overcome crisis

Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong highlighted a five–point assistance from China to Sri Lanka in view of the economic crisis, fast-track ongoing projects and more FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) and Trade, bilateral debt settlement, support to Sri Lanka in its talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and regarding International Sovereign Bonds and tourism after Covid, a statement from the Embassy said.

Sri Lankans to grow older before economy gets bigger and better

Sri Lankans are getting older before they attain any economic well-being, as people are forced to contend with difficult economic conditions during their lifetime brought about by decades-long economic mismanagement by successive governments.

CB says open account suspension won’t cause huge shortages

Shrugging off concerns raised by various parties that the restrictions imposed on Open Account Payment Terms would lead to a large-scale shortage of essential food items, the Central Bank yesterday assured the public that it would ensure availability of foreign exchange through the banking system for the importation of essential goods, including food items.

TUI extends suspension of all tours to Sri Lanka till June 12

London-based leading tour operator TUI has further extended its pause on all tours to Sri Lanka, as improvements in the political, economic and social landscape are not as expected.

Sri Lanka seeks another US$ 500 million credit from India for fuel

Sri Lanka is in discussion with India for another credit line of US $ 500 million for fuel imports, Daily Mirror learns.

Boralesgamuwa UC Chairman arrested

The Boralesgamuwa Urban Council Chairman has been arrested by the CID over the incidents at Galle Face Green on May 9.

Focus on establishing a joint framework: Wajira

All political parties should focus on establishing a joint framework to ensure the availability of essential items rather than playing political games with the 21st Amendment to the Constitution, UNP Chairman Vajira Abeywardena said today.

Gnanasara Thera visits Saudi Arabia to discuss religious extremism in SL

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had reportedly extended its support to mitigate religious extremism in Sri Lanka during a special meeting they had with Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera, who made a recent visit to Saudi on a special invitation, the Daily Mirror learns.

Social media activist ’Ratta’ arrested

The Slave Island Police has arrested Rathindu Senaratne alias Ratta, a prominent social media activist and a leading activist at the ’GotaGoGama’.