Wealthy Minds Academy faces SEC caution for reckless social media posts

Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the regulator of the capital market, has issued a notice of caution to Wealthy Minds Academy (Private) Limited and two of its directors for their reckless conduct in disseminating information on social media platforms regarding certain securities listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE).

Highest single-day complaints related to LG polls recorded

A total of 162 new complaints related to the upcoming Local Government elections were received, marking it the highest number of complaints reported within a 24-hour period since March 20.

Scientists claim to have discovered ’new colour’ no one has seen before

A team of scientists claim to have discovered a new colour that no human has ever seen before.

Namal accuses Govt of politicising Easter attacks

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa accused the current Government of exploiting the 2019 Easter Sunday bomb attacks for political gain ahead of the Local Government elections.

Only 14% of ETF members active by end 2024

Only 14.11 percent of member accounts in the Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) were active at the end of 2024, according to the Central Bank (CB).

EPF net worth soars to Rs. 4.37 tn as real returns hit decade high

Sri Lanka’s Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), the nation’s largest retirement fund, reported a record 12.6 percent year-on-year surge in net worth to Rs. 4.37 trillion by the end of 2024, up from Rs. 3.89 trillion in 2023.

We still have hope that truth will be revealed: Catholic Church

The Catholic Church in Sri Lanka still hopes that truth behind the Easter Sunday attacks will be revealed, Member of Communications Committee Archdiocese of Colombo Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando said yesterday.

Official reserves jump US$ 431mn in March to US$ 6.52bn

Sri Lanka experienced a notable increase in its gross official reserve assets during March 2025, primarily due to the receipt of its fourth programme tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Handing over PCOL report to CID is an eye wash: Kavinda

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake handing over the report of the Presidential Commission which probed Easter Sunday attacks to the CID is an eye wash as it is not likely to do any good, an Opposition MP said yesterday.

EU proposes moratorium on PTA, till new law comes

The European Union (EU) has inquired about a possible moratorium on the invocation of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) until it is repealed to be replaced by a new anti-terrorism law, but the government has not yet discussed it, Daily Mirror learns.

Longdon Place to host crucial Trinity– St. Anthony’s encounter

The much-anticipated President’s Trophy pre-quarterfinal Under-20 rugby encounter between Trinity College and St. Anthony’s College has been rescheduled and relocated. Originally slated for 25 April at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium, the encounter will now take place on 26 April at 6 PM under lights at the CR & FC Ground, Longdon Place in Colombo.

Sri Lanka’s World Cup Rugby Dream Comes Alive

Given Sri Lanka’s status as a rugby-playing nation for the last decade or so, not many would have given them a chance to ever be a part of a Rugby World Cup, but their performance on Saturday (19) has given the whole nation a belief that the Tuskers could finally make it to the biggest stage.

SLTB not collapsed but deliberately dismantled, politicians, officials responsible: Minister

The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has not collapsed, but it has been deliberately dismantled. Politicians and certain officials must be held accountable for this downfall, said Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Ratnayake.

24-hour health team deployed for Siri Dalada Vandana

A 24-hour health surveillance team has been appointed to provide coverage for all devotees attending the ’’Siri Dalada Vandana,’’ Kandy Regional Health Services Director Dr. Senaka Thalagala said.

Thousands join anti-Trump protests across US

Thousands took to the streets across the US on Saturday to protest over recent actions by President Donald Trump.

Pope wishes worshippers Happy Easter after serious illness

Pope Francis has appeared at the Vatican’s St Peter’s Square to wish ’’Happy Easter’’ to thousands of worshippers.

Those involved in corrupt politics are now visibly uneasy: PM

Many people involved in corrupt politics are now visibly uneasy, and it has become increasingly clear that nationalism is being used as a last resort by those who have lost political power, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

Postal voting dates announced for LG polls

The Election Commission has announced the dates for postal voting for the upcoming Local Government (LG) elections, slated for May 6, 2025.

SLTB earns nearly Rs. 1,300 million over past nine days

The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has earned nearly Rs. 1,300 million in revenue over the past nine days, and the income is expected to increase further in the coming days, SLTB Manager H. Piyathilaka said.

Beware: Heat rising to caution level

The heat felt by the human body is expected to reach the Caution level in 29 districts.

Easter Sunday’s attacks PCoI report sent to CID for probe on President’s orders

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed the Secretary to the President to hand over the report of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) into the 2019 Easter Sunday’s attacks to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigation.

Additional trains for exposition of Sacred Tooth Relic

Additional trains have been scheduled in response to the surge in devotees attending the exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, the Railways Department said.

Easter Sunday service held

Two persons killed in separate accidents

Two persons were killed and two others injured in separate train accidents yesterday (19).

India’s sword-wielding grandmother still going strong at 82

India’s sword-wielding grandmother still going strong at 82An 82-year-old woman who teaches the ancient Indian martial art of Kalaripayattu says she has no plans to retire.

Brazilian nabbed with cocaine worth Rs. 243 million

In a major breakthrough in the fight against international drug trafficking, the Sri Lanka Customs today intercepted a cocaine haul valued at Rs. 243 million.

More devotees expected in Kandy, people advised to avoid today

Police advised people to refrain from arriving in Kandy today to venerate and pay their respects to the Sacred Tooth Relic as more than 100,000 devotees are expected to arrive in Kandy by this morning.

Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department forecast showers or thundershowers at several places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and Eastern Provinces and in the Polonnaruwa, Hambantota and Mullaittivu districts during the afternoon or night.

President denies saying no funds will be allocated for local bodies controlled by Opposition

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today he never said no funds will be allocated for local bodies that are not controlled by the National People’s Power (NPP) as claimed by some people.

Three businesswomen nabbed with Kush at BIA

Three businesswomen were arrested this morning at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle in a stock of ‘Kush’ valued at over Rs. 629 million.