Opposition calls for Select Committee to probe Judicial Service Commission

Opposition MPs representing the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), New Democratic Front (NDF), and Sarvajana Balaya have called for the appointment of a Select Committee to investigate what they describe as questionable conduct by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).

Premier League clubs overhaul financial rules

Premier League clubs voted Friday to overhaul the competition’s financial rules, bringing in a new system that focuses solely on spending that directly affects what happens on the pitch.

Cost of living crunch to keep inflation below 3% next year

A crushing cost of living is expected to stifle consumer demand in 2026, keeping inflation well below the Central Bank’s target range and creating a complex environment for interest rates, according to a new analysis by First Capital Research (FCR).

Sports Line-Up: What Sri Lankans Can Watch This Weekend

Sri Lankan sports fans have a busy few days ahead with Premier League football, international cricket, and the Las Vegas Grand Prix all lined up.

National Geographic Traveller Hotel Awards 2025 Uga Halloowella among world’s best

Uga Halloowella, the iconic boutique hotel by Uga Resorts, has been honoured as Runner-Up in the Food Hero Category, at the prestigious National Geographic Traveller Hotel Awards 2025, placed among the 30 best hotels in the world.

Shaheens edge Sri Lanka A in last-ball thriller to reach Rising Stars Final

Pakistan Shaheens stormed into the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 final after clinching a nail-biting last-ball victory over Sri Lanka A in Doha on Friday night. Defending 153, the Shaheens held their nerve in a gripping semi-final to seal a five-run win and book a title clash with Bangladesh A

Geethanath Cassilingam accuses govt. of failing to honour promises to North, East

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Jaffna District organiser Geethanath Cassilingam today criticized the government for failing to deliver on key promises made to the people of the North and East during last year’s election campaign

’’We will topple the government at the earliest opportunity’’: Namal vows at Nugegoda rally

SLPP National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa said the opposition, united in this fashion, will be working for unseating the government at the earliest opportunity available.

National curriculum framework for early childhood education launched

Sri Lanka today launched the National Curriculum Framework for Early Childhood Education, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s early childhood learning system.

Foreign employment agency raided for operating despite licence suspension

The Special Investigation Unit of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has raided a foreign employment agency that continued to recruit workers despite its licence being temporarily suspended over allegations of fraud.

25 police officers transferred

The National Police Commission (NPC) has approved the immediate transfer of 25 police officers holding the rank of Inspector, including several Officers-in-Charge (OICs) of police stations and divisions.

ASPI pulls back amid subdued trading

The Colombo Stock Exchange saw a mild retreat on Thursday (21st November 2025), as the market gave back some of the previous day’s gains. The ASPI declined 122.24 points (-0.53%) to close at 22,982.72, while the S&P SL20 shed 17.57 points (-0.28%) to end at 6,364.61. Market volatility remained subdued, with lower trading volumes and turnover contributing to the gradual downward movement.

Plane crashes at Dubai air show, killing pilot

The Indian HAL Tejas, a combat plane used in the Indian Air Force, crashed at around 2.10pm local time (10.10am UK time) during a demonstration flight as a crowd of spectators watched on.

Eight arrested while attempting to sell ancient artefact for Rs. 50Mn

Eight suspects have been arrested for allegedly attempting to sell an ancient artefact identified as the “Ravana Gala” for Rs. 50 million to an Indian national.

Explosion at glue factory in eastern Pakistan kills at least 16

An explosion at a glue-making factory in Pakistan has killed at least 16 people and injured seven after it collapsed the factory and sparked fires in nearby homes, Pakistani media are reporting.

Woman files case claiming Sri Lankan cricketer is father of her child

A woman has filed a court case claiming that Sri Lankan cricketer Chamika Karunaratne is the father of her two-month-old child and has refused to take responsibility.

Upcountry train services restored

Train operations on the upcountry railway line, which were disrupted due to fallen trees and a landslide between Idalgashinna and Ohiya railway stations, have been restored, the Sri Lanka Railways Department said today.

Appeal Court affirms death sentences of five convicted over 152 kg heroin haul

The Court of Appeal today upheld the death sentences imposed on five individuals convicted of trafficking 151.341 kilograms of heroin in 2019, a consignment that was at the time the largest narcotic stock ever detected by the Sri Lanka Navy.

Grade 6 school cut-off marks for 2026 released

The Education Ministry has announced the Grade 6 school cut-off marks for 2026 admissions, based on the results of the 2025 Grade Five Scholarship Examination.

PM highlights the importance of education

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that education has the power to bring people together socially, politically, and economically, while allowing knowledge to be shared.

Power cut hits Joint Opposition rally

The Power supply breakdown was reported at the Joint Oppotition rally started which started in Nugegoda a short while ago.

Pro-govt. groups hang grass bundles implying participants are ’buffaloes’

Pro-government groups have hung bundles of grass in several areas around Dehiwala and Kohuwala, claiming that “only buffaloes” will attend the Joint Opposition public rally scheduled to be held in Nugegoda today.

Gomarankadawala PS Chairman dies

Chairman of the Gomarankadawala Pradeshiya Sabha, Ranga Prabath Dharmadasa, has died following an illness.

SC orders fresh inquiry into alleged deception of 22 Sri Lankan drivers sent to Dubai

The Supreme Court directed the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) to immediately commence a fully fledged inquiry into complaints filed by 22 Sri Lankan drivers who alleged they were deceived after being sent for employment in Dubai.

Nugegoda ’brown sugar’ outlet becomes hot topic in Parliament

Amid various criticisms on the recently opened ’brown sugar’ outlet in Nugegoda, Deputy Minister of Industries Chaturanga Abeysinghe said the outlet has recorded sales exceeding Rs. 800,000 for nine days.

Sri Lanka targets 4.2 billion coconuts in 2026

Sri Lanka’s coconut sector is aiming for a major boost in its annual yield, targeting 4.2 billion high-grade coconuts as part of its production goals.

Three killed after 5.7 magnitude quake in Bangladesh

At least three people were killed and several injured after a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Bangladesh today.

Police remove loudspeakers near Nugegoda exam venue

Several loudspeakers placed around Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda have been removed by the police, following concerns that the noise could negatively affect students sitting for the A/L examinations.

Death toll from Indonesia’s Central Java landslides rises to 30

The death toll from landslides in two regions of Indonesia’s Central Java rose to 30 as rescue efforts continued, the country’s disaster mitigation agency said on Friday.

SJB suspends membership of candidate arrested in major drug bust

Opposition and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa said that the party has suspended the membership of a local council candidate arrested in connection with a large narcotics seizure off the southern coast.