Nawaz Sharif’s brother, set to be Pakistan’s 23rd PM

Pakistan’s National Assembly is likely to elect Shehbaz Sharif as the country’s 23rd Prime Minister Monday after his predecessor Imran Khan was ousted in a no-confidence vote two days ago.

No power cut on April 13, 14, 15: PUCSL chairman

There will be no scheduled power cut on April 13, 14 and 15 on account of the up coming Sinhala and Tamil New year as well as Good Friday, Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) chairman Janaka Ratnayaka said.

Enough petrol at filling stations, no need to queue up: CPC Chairman

There is enough stocks of petrol available at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) storage and there is no need to wait in the queues at filling stations, CPC Chairman Sumith Wijesinghe said.

Tourists stage protest in Ambalangoda

A group of tourists currently in Sri Lanka staged a protest today at Kahawa in Ambalangoda against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over shortage of fuel.

Pro and anti-govt protesters clash in Chilaw

A clash reportedly took place in Chilaw between a group of people who support the government and another group that was against the government.

Issuing petrol, diesel for cans suspended for three days: CPC

The sale of petrol and diesel in plastic or any other cans at filling stations will be suspended for three days from tomorrow (12), Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman Sumith Wijesinghe said.

MR to address the nation tonight

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will issue a special statement today evening, his office said a short while ago.

Another man waiting hours to get fuel in queue dies

A 43-year old man, who was waiting to get diesel for his vehicle at a fuel station in Tawalama, Galle, was found dead inside the vehicle this morning.

Sri Lankan actor wins prestigious UK Olivier award

Making history in the performing arts, UK based Sri Lankan actor Hiran Abeysekera  won the Best Actor Award at British theater’s Olivier Awards last evening.

Agitation site re-named as ’Gota Go Gama’ by protestors

The agitation site set up near the Presidential Secretariat has been re-named as the ’Gota Go Gama’ by the protestors who are demanding President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to step down amidst the spiraling crisis.

Rebel SLPP MPs say no to no-confidence

The rebel Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MPs, which includes former Ministers Vasudeva Nanayakkara and Wimal Weerawansa, have decided not to support the no-confidence motion against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Sri Lanka’s inflation to peak at 28% in coming months before subsiding

Sri Lanka’s headline inflation could peak at 28 percent in the next couple of months from the 18.7 percent in March, as the full effects of the rupee float and the festive demand amid higher global commodities prices could set off a lengthy stretch of hotter prices.

Political stalemate continues

The meeting between President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the parliamentary group of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) ended without any conclusion on the formation of an interim government to quell present political unrest in the country and find solutions to the economic woes, Daily Mirror learns.

Curse upon SL as a result of action taken by certain groups who set people against each other for power

Even certain groups from the neighboring countries have begun intervening in the affairs of Sri Lanka today, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said over the weekend.

Special official appointed to coordinate with stakeholders to maintain healthcare services

The Director General of Health Services Dr Asela Gunawardena has appointed an official coordinator to maintain uninterrupted healthcare services and facilitate medicinal and equipment donations to Sri Lanka.

SJB moves to abolish 20th amendment

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya ( SJB) parliamentary group which met at the Opposition Leader’s office today has decided to come up with a private members Bill to scrap the 20th amendment and remove the powers of executive presidency, some of the MPs told journalists.

Fuel distribution under State Ministry of Home Affairs

The Energy Ministry has instructed the Home Affairs State Ministry to assist in monitoring the fuel distribution activities at fuel stations.

Three deaths, three injured due to adverse weather: DMC

At least three people had died and three injured as heavy showers and strong winds lashed the area due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance, that still persists in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Actress Sanjeewani Weerasinghe hooted and chased away by Lankans from protest in LA

Popular actress Sanjeewani Weerasinghe had been asked to leave from a protest organized by a group of Sri Lankans in Los Angeles, USA, held against the government and the President.

Two men die while waiting in fuel queue

Two men aged 47 and 51 who were standing in queues to get fuel in Dankotuwa and Wennappuwa have died, police said.

Hospitals run out of endotracheal tubes for new-born babies

All pediatricians and neonatologists in the country are in dilemma due to the absence of Endotracheal (ETT) Tubes for ventilation of new-born babies, infants and children.

President to hold crucial meeting with 41 MPs who quit govt.

A decisive and crucial meeting between the SLFP and President Gotabaya Rajapakse is scheduled to be held at 7.00 pm this evening in a bid to find a solution to the current economic, political and social mess affecting the country, former President and SLFP leader Maithripala Siriserna said today.

Heavy showers expected until April 14: Met Dept.

Showers or thundershowers would occur at several places this morning due to the turbulent nature of the lower sea area off the east coast of the country and the current rainy situation will persist until April 14, the Meteorological Department said.

Water levels of major reservoirs increasing: Irrigation DG

The water levels in the major reservoirs have risen by 67 percent as a result of heavy showers of more than 100 mm in the major reservoir areas, according to Irrigation Department Director General K.D.N. Siriwardana.

Raw material scarcity, high prices drive firecrackers on low key: Assn.

Due to the shortage of local and imported raw materials during the past two months, the prices of fireworks products have been increased by 60% during the festive season, the All Islands Firecracker Association (AIFA) said.

Protest at Galle Face Green continues for 2nd day

The Protest launched yesterday against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is still continuing at Galle Face Green in Colombo despite heavy rains.

Heavy showers could help enhance hydropower: PUCSL

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) said that the heavy showers being experienced around the country would enhance the hydro capacity to generate more power.

Another gas shipment sails in: Litro Chairman

A freighter carrying 3,900 metric tons of gas sailed into the Colombo Port yesterday and the unloading process is to begin soon, Litro Gas Lanka Limited Chairman Theshara Jayasinghe said.

Imran Khan ousted as Pakistan’s PM after key vote

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has been ousted from power after losing a no-confidence vote in his leadership.

Water level in major irrigation reservoirs rises to 66%: Irrigation Dept.

The water levels in the major reservoirs have risen by 66% as a result of the recent heavy rains, according to the Irrigation Department.