Changes in SL are internal affairs: China

China on Monday said the changes in Sri Lanka are internal affairs and it believes that the Sri Lankan Government, political parties and people have enough wisdom to deal with the internal situation, the NDTV reported.

Suresh Vadivel Plantation Industries State Minister

MP Suresh Vadivel was appointed as the State Minister of Plantation Industries of the new Cabinet by President Maithripala Sirisena.

Vasantha Tourism and Wildlife Minister, Ananda his Deputy

UNP MP Vasantha Senanayake was appointed as the Minister of Tourism and Wildlife by President Maithripala Sirisena while UNP MP Ananda Aluthgamage was appointed as the Deputy Minister of Tourism and Wildlife.

Siyambalapitiya Power and Energy Minister, Faiszer Sports

UPFA MP Ranjith Siyambalapitiya was appointed as the Minister of Power and Renewable Energy while MP Faiszer Musthapha was appointed as the Minister of Provincial Councils, Local Government, and Sports.

Devananda Resettlement Minister, Thondaman Hill Country New Villages

EPDP MP Douglas Devananda was appointed as the Minister of Resettlement, Rehabilitation, Northern Development and Hindu Religious Affairs. CWC MP Arumugam Thondaman was appointed as the Minister of Hill Country New Villages, Infrastructure and Community Development.

Wijith Wijayamuni Zoysa Fisheries Minister

UPFA MP Wijith Wijayamuni Zoysa was appointed as the Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development and Rural Economic Affairs.

Wijeyadasa Education and Higher Education Minister

President Maithripala Sirisena appointed UNP MP Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as the Minister of Education and Higher Education a short while ago.

Samarasinghe, Amaraweera get previous portfolios

MP Mahinda Samarasinghe was appointed as the Minister of Ports and Shipping while Mahinda Amaraweera was appointed as the Minister of Agriculture of the new Cabinet.

Nimal Siripala Transport Minister, Amunugama Foreign Affairs

UPFA MP Nimal Siripala de Silva was appointed as the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation while MP Dr. Sarath Amunugama was appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs by President Maithripala Sirisena.

MR appointed Finance and Economic Affairs Minister

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa was appointed as the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs by President Maithripala Sirisena a short while ago.

Prez utters unbelievable stories to cover up his fault: RW

President Maithripala Sirisena utters stories, not even a child would believe, to cover up his faults such as the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Prime Minister, UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe said today.  

MP Arjuna released on bail, MSD Officer Remanded

Former Petroleum Minister Arjuna Ranatunga who was arrested by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) was released a short while ago on bail after being produced before Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.  

58 social media buddies remanded for partying with drugs

The 58 youths who were taken into custody for the possession of illegal narcotics, were remanded by Bandarawela Magistrate Keerthi Kumburuhena till November 5.

CPC TUs called off strike

Petroleum trade unions have called off their strike following the arrest of former Petroleum Resources Development Minister Arjuna Ranatunga, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Trade Union Collective said.

Arjuna Ranatunga arrested

Former Petroleum Minister Arjuna Ranatunga was arrested by the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) a short while ago over allegedly trespassing into the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) premises in Dematagoda yesterday.

US issues security alert for its citizens in SL

The US on Monday issued a security alert for its citizens, who are in Sri Lanka, after taking into consideration the current political developments in the country. In a statement, the US Embassy in Colombo advised US citizens of an increased likelihood of political turmoil, civil unrest, and demonstrations as a result of the President’s decision to dismiss the Prime Minister and suspend parliam

GMOA to urge new Health Minister to investigate charges on Rajitha

The Government Medical Officers’ Association today urged the Health Minister that is to be appointed to immediately investigate the charges on former Health Minister Dr. Rajitha Senaratne.

JVP wants special debate on current political situation

The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) said today it had written to Speaker Karu Jayasuriya requesting him to take steps to convene Parliament and hold a special debate on the current political situation.

Mahasohon Balakaya Leader, 9 others granted bail

Leader of the  Mahasohon Balakaya, Amith Weerasinghe and nine others who were remanded over the Digana unrest were granted bail by the Kandy High Court today.

Ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia sentenced to seven years in jail

A Bangladesh court today sentenced former Prime Minister and opposition leader Khaleda Zia to another seven years in prison on corruption charges that her supporters say are politically motivated. 

All appointments made by new govt. illegal: Mangala

All appointments made by the so-called new government were deemed illegal and therefore legal actions would be taken against the individuals who  accepted them, United National Party (UNP) MP Mangala Samaraweera said.

MR assumes duties as new PM

Mahinda Rajapaksa assumed duties as the 22nd Prime Minster of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka a short while ago at the Prime Minister's Office.  

Stock market responds to political change

The Colombo Stock Exchange’s main index All Share Price Index has gained 115 points or 2 percent, closing in the 6, 000 mark following the changes that took place in the country’s political landscape on last Friday.

Prez says Mahinda Amaraweera would be Agriculture Minister

UPFA General Secretary Mahinda Amaraweera would be the Agriculture Minister of the new government, President Maithripala Sirisena said at an event in Tissamaharama today.

I just wished MR but support Ranil: Vadivel Suresh

Deputy Minister Vadivel Suresh yesterday scoffed reports that he had pledged his support to newly appointed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and said he had only met the latter just to wish him as a matter of courtesy.

Mahinda Samarasinghe, Keheliya appointed new govt. spokesmen

United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) MPs Mahinda Samarasinghe and Keheliya Rambukwella have been appointed as new government Spokesmen.

Change in political landscape to create short-lived hype at bourse: Industry experts

Industry experts say the Colombo bourse is expected to have vibrant activity today, following the sudden and unexpected change in the country’s political landscape, but the majority opined the hype would be short-lived.

US calls on President to reconvene parliament immediately

The US on Sunday called on President Maithripala Sirisena to immediately reconvene parliament and allow the democratically elected representatives to fulfil their responsibilities.

RW’s security reduced from 1,008 to 10

The security detail of UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe had been reduced to 10 personnel from 1,008 on the directions of the IGP, Police said.

Indonesian Aircraft goes down after Jakarta take-off

A Lion Air Boeing 737 passenger plane has come down after taking off from Jakarta, say Indonesian officials.