Aravinda de Silva among three inductees announced for ICC Hall of Fame

The ICC announced three new additions to the ICC Hall of Fame on Monday, with legendary opener Virender Sehwag, India trailblazer Diana Edulji and Sri Lanka superstar Aravinda de Silva the latest inductees.

Cabinet approves Appropriations Bill for 2024

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Appropriation Bill for 2024 which is to be presented in Parliament by President Ranil Wickremesinghe in his capacity as the Minister of Finance.

Adani Group eyeing opportunities in neighbouring countries after Sri Lanka port

Days after announcing a significant $553 million investment from the United States government for its West Container Terminal in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Karan Adani, CEO of Adani Group told reporters Adani Ports is eyeing further “opportunities in our neighboring countries’’, Bloomberg reported.

World Health Organization says Gaza’s main hospital no longer functioning

The World Health Organization has warned of a ’’dire and perilous’’ situation at Gaza’s main medical facility, Al-Shifa Hospital, which is experiencing a near-complete power outage and shortages of food and water.

Roshan Ranasinghe to resign this week?

Speculation is rife that Minister of Sports Roshan Ranasinghe may not continue with the portfolio which he is currently holding and would resign or be removed.

Four family members missing in Balangoda due to landslide

Four members of the same family have gone missing following a landslide in Gawaranghena, Balangoda last night, police said.

Ports Ministry to start several revenue-generating programmes at Hambantota Port

Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva has focused on starting several revenue-generating programmes at the Hambantota Port.

Budget 2024: Govt hard pressed between IMF and demand for public relief

The government is expected to present the annual budget for 2024 today in Parliament, prepared amidst much struggling to strike a balance between the conditions stipulated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the need to give concessions to people ahead of the national elections expected later next year.

’We stand in solidarity with Palestinian people’

Student unions from several South Asian countries yesterday demanded Israel to declare immediate ceasefire and said that they will stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine recognising their right to resist, return home and to be free.

More than half a million people in the dark in 2023

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) disconnected a total of 544,488 electricity connections during the first 10 months of 2023.

World Rugby lifts SLR suspension after three major agreements

World Rugby (WR) on Friday (10) announced officially lifting the suspension imposed on Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) after reaching three major agreements

China’s support expected to further strengthen digital education: Minister

Following a special meeting with People’s Republic of China’s Education Minister, Huai Jinpeng, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said that China’s support is expected to further strengthen digital education powered by education reforms.

CEA chairman suspended after arrest over bribery charge

Chairman of the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), Supun Shashendra Pathirage, has been suspended from his position after being arrested over a bribery charge.

Some people don’t understand modern cricket - Mahela

Former captain Mahela Jayawardene called for patience and realistic expectations with the national cricket team, saying that some people don’t understand modern cricket.

Mahela blames poor player fitness levels for disappointing World Cup Campaign

As the postmortem begins into Sri Lanka’s disappointing Cricket World Cup campaign, Consultant Coach Mahela Jayawardane blamed the poor fitness levels of the players as a key reason for the team’s performances during the tournament.

Commuters cautioned on potential train delays on main line

The Railway Control Room has reported a technical issue with a train near Ambepussa Railway Station, which may cause disruptions.

Sri Lanka calls for revisiting FTA

Consul General of Sri Lanka Jagath Abeywarna mentioned that despite 75 years of good diplomatic relations and a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) since 2005, Sri Lanka-Pakistan trade volume remains ‘insignificant’ at US $440 million due to certain barriers preventing trade between both sides.

Jay Shah responsible for ruining SLC - Arjuna

Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga has alleged that Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Jay Shah was responsible for the issues plaguing Sri Lankan cricket.

President to present 2024 Budget tomorrow

President Ranil Wickremesinghe in his capacity as the Minister of Finance will present the 2024 Budget in Parliament tomorrow (Monday) at 12 noon.

Sri Lanka Cricket holds post-World Cup briefing amidst ICC suspension

A post-World Cup media briefing, attended by members of Sri Lanka Cricket, was held by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) in the wake of the suspension imposed on SLC by the ICC.

Maldivian national arrested with revolver at Katunayake Airport

A Maldivian national was arrested with a firearm resembling a revolver at the departure lounge of Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake last night.

Main suspect who threatened ex-PUCSL Chairman arrested

The main suspect who allegedly made death threats and attempted to extort Rs. 1.5 million from former chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) Janaka Rathnayake has been arrested in Wellampitiya.

Sri Lankan arrested in India over alleged links with LTTE

India (The Hindu)- A 41-year-old Sri Lankan citizen, was arrested by the Mandapam police at Rameswaram on Saturday.

Roshan fears he may be poisoned at Presidential Secretariat

Reiterating an earlier claim that he had received threats to his life, Sports Minister said that he would not drink even a glass of water at the Presidential Secretariat because it could be poisoned.

Grama Niladhari arrested while taking ransom from pre-school teacher

A 51-year-old Grama Niladhari was caught red-handed while taking a ransom of Rs. 2 million from a pre-school teacher in Homagama.

Showery condition to intensify further; rains above 100 mm expected

Heavy showers above 100 mm are on the cards at some places in the Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Eastern Provinces and in the Kurunegala and Polonnaruwa districts, the Department of Meteorology forecast.

ICC suspends SLC: Need President to assure that there will be no interference – Shammi Silva

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva said assurances would be required from the highest offices of the country that there would be no further political interference in SLC’s administration, if it is to have its suspension by the International Cricket Council (ICC) lifted.

Sri Lanka’s 2025 Champions Trophy hope dashed after World Cup disappointment

The Sri Lanka Cricket team will miss the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy due to their failure to qualify, following a disappointing performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

SLC got ICC to suspend Sri Lanka: Sajith

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) had canvassed for the suspension of Sri Lanka from the ICC, Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa alleged today.

ICC suspension illegal, says Sports Minister

Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe called the suspension by the International Cricket Council (ICC) illegal, saying that the body had not followed the correct procedure before suspending Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).