More Sri Lankans to enlist in Ukrainian military

Nearly 70 former Sri Lankan military personnel, who have been legally discharged from the military, have reportedly applied to join the International Legion of Territorial Defence of Ukraine, also known as the Ukrainian Foreign Legion, according to a former Sri Lankan military official based in Ukraine.

Three years on, Rs.16 billion sugar scam investigation lingers

Despite the lapse of three years and pressure from various parties and groups, investigations are yet to be completed regarding the sugar scam that denied tax revenue amounting to nearly Rs. 16 billion to the state.

Italy pulls out of China’s Belt and Road Initiative

BBC: Italy will pull out of China’s flagship Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the government has confirmed. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s administration notified Beijing that it would cease participating in the BRI ahead of a deadline a

Air Force, Navy eye first win in Rugby League

Air Force Sports Club will take on Navy Sports Club in the second-week opening fixture of the SLR Nippon Paint Inter-Club League Rugby Tournament at Ratmalana tomorrow. The kick-off is at 3.45 p.m.

Fifth edition of Bohra Business Expo to enhance entrepreneurial spirit in Sri Lanka

The Dawoodi Bohra community in Sri Lanka is gearing up for the grand launch of the 5th edition of the Bohra Business Expo, an event that has become a cornerstone in promoting economic and entrepreneurial development within the community and the nation.

900 licenses issued to expatriate workers to import electric vehicles: Manusha

A total of 900 licenses have been issued for the import of electric vehicles based on the amount of money legally sent to Sri Lanka by expatriate workers, Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said.

AG files indictments against former Kurunegala Mayor

The Attorney General has filed indictments before the High Court against former Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa and four others in connection with the demolition of the Rajya Sabha Mandapaya (Royan Assembly Hall) of King Buwanekabahu in Kurunegala.

Walkie-Talkie system for private buses to minimize harassment

Considering various indecent issues happening in private buses, the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) is to introduce a walkie-talkie system for passengers to make their complaints immediately.

Seychelles declares state of emergency after huge explosion

A state of emergency has been declared in Seychelles, after a massive explosion at an industrial area on the main island, Mahé, as well as flooding.

Non-drivers have gone to Dubai seeking jobs in taxi company: Manusha

Some individuals who are not qualified as drivers have gone to Dubai fraudulently to be employed as drivers in a taxi company and have faced issues after being unable to pass the driving test there, Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said today.

Customs detect Rs.60 Mn worth drugs from US, Canada at local courier agency

Sri Lanka Customs detected parcels containing psychedelic drugs worth over Rs.60 million sent from the USA and Canada at a local courier agency today.

Postal services will come to a standstill for 48 hours beginning Sunday

The United Postal Trade Unions Front (UPTUF) has decided to launch a 48-hour token strike from Sunday over several demands, including a salary increase of Rs. 20,000 to all postal workers starting from the January payroll.

No patient turned away amid A/C breakdown: National Hospital

In the wake of concerns raised by the Health Professionals’ Association regarding the alleged turning away of patients at the National Hospital, Colombo, its Deputy Director, Dr. Rukshan Bellana, confirmed to the Daily Mirror that none of the patients were turned away by the administration.

Sri Lanka and Russia discuss strengthening bilateral security

A special discussion on enhancing bilateral security relations between Sri Lanka and Russia, as well as international information security, took place today, the Public Security Ministry said

Sajith comes to Parliament wearing a shawl

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa came to Parliament wearing a black and white shawl which he said signified a call for global peace.

Zahran and group carried out a trial explosion prior to April 21

Senior police officers had been informed of a trial explosion carried out by the group led by Zahran Hashim at Thalankuda on April 16, 2019 prior to the Easter Sunday bombings, Parliament was informed today.

Three Sri Lankans serving in Ukrainian military killed

Three former members of the Sri Lankan military, including Captain Ranish Hewage, who was the commander of the First Special Forces of The International Legion of Territorial Defence of Ukraine, or the Ukrainian Foreign Legion, were killed on Monday in a Russian military attack.

Vibrant new brand identity revealed for ICC T20 World Cups

The pinnacle of international cricket just got a vibrant makeover as the ICC T20 World Cup’s new brand identity was launched on Thursday, 7 December.

Opposition Leader should resign as promised: Mahindananda

Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa should resign from his post and keep the promise he made yesterday, SLPP MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage said.

Saudia to operate flights to Sri Lanka soon: Minister

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) will operate flights between Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka shortly, Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry said today.

IMF Executive Board to consider OCC agreement by December 12: Sabri

The IMF Executive Board will consider the agreement in principle between the Sri Lankan authorities and their official creditors represented by the Official Creditor Committee (OCC) on a debt treatment by December 12, Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabri said today.

NMRA shortcoming caused delay in releasing CT Scan machine for Kurunegala Hospital

The new scanning machine, which was brought down for the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital could not be released from the Customs on time due to a delay on the part of the National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA), State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe told Parliament today.

Jayasuriya tipped to be ‘Full Time Cricket Consultant’ for SLC

Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Sanath Jayasuriya is set to become a ’Full Time Cricket Consultant’ for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), informed sources said yesterday.

Police say three dead in University of Nevada shooting

Police say three people have been killed in a shooting at the Las Vegas campus of the University of Nevada (UNLV) on Wednesday morning.

SL Navy seizes 31st Indian poaching trawler, 195 fishermen arrested in 2023

Twenty-one Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy during special operations conducted to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters yesterday.

Spine-chilling ragging continue to plague university system

With another inhuman case of ragging reported from Sri Jayewardenepura University, Higher Education Minister Suren Raghavan said many cases of harassment of juniors by their seniors within the universities go unreported but the government will leave no stone unturned in its attempt to eradicate the menace.

Watch out! Leatherback turtles are coming

The largest and rare turtle species, known as leatherback sea turtles, have been spotted arriving in the Kalametiya and Rekawa coastal areas, the Wildlife Conservation Department said.

Pope Francis appoints new Bishop of Chilaw

Reverend Father Arachchige Don Wimal Siri Appuhamy Jayasuriya has been appointed as the new Bishop of Chilaw by the Holy Father Pope Francis, the Apostolic Nunciature in Sri Lanka (Embassy of the Holy See) said.

Vadivel Suresh appointed as Senior Advisor to the President

Parliamentarian Vadivel Suresh of the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has been designated as a Senior Advisor to President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Snakes live in anthills inside school classroom in Serunuwara: Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said some buildings in the Somadevi Vidyalaya in Serunuwara were in dilapidated condition where even snakes have taken shelter in anthills inside classrooms.