Nepal earthquake: More than 100 killed in remote western Nepal

More than 100 people have been killed after an earthquake struck remote western Nepal on Friday.

India adjusts $15Mn grant to INR for Buddhist ties

The US $ 15 million grant committed by India in 2020 for the promotion of Buddhist ties between the two countries has been recalibrated to Indian rupees (INR) to suit the latest market developments, Daily Mirror learns.

An IGP not seeing retirement

Inspector General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne was given yet another extension for the fourth time by President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday, signaling that there is no agreement on the next senior most to be chosen for the permanent appointment.

Bangladesh seeks recognition of more of its medical colleges in SL

Bangladesh requested for recognition of more of its public medical colleges by the Sri Lankan health authorities, an official said.

President’s helicopter makes emergency landing at school ground

President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing at a school ground due to unexpected weather conditions while en route to Welimada today.

Get rid of everyone concerned with cricket even if SL loses ICC status: SJB MP

The Sports Minister should get rid of everyone directly concerned with cricket even if Sri Lanka loses International Cricket Council (ICC) membership, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Hesha Vithanage said today.

Refrain from providing information to census officers: Grama Niladhari officers

The Grama Niladhari Officers’ Union requests the public not to provide any information to officers who visit homes for the census without the presence of a Grama Niladhari.

Eleven Sri Lankans from Gaza arrive safely in Egypt

The eleven Sri Lankans belonging to two families who were stranded in Israel arrived in Egypt safely, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said today.

Resign now, Sports Minister tells Sri Lanka Cricket

As the fallout of Sri Lanka’s embarrassing 302-run defeat to India in the Cricket World Cup continues, Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe has called for the immediate resignation of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), threatening drastic action if they do not.

C.D Wickramaratne gets another extension as IGP

Inspector General of Police (IGP) C.D Wickramaratne has been given another three weeks service extension by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, the police said.

Sri Lankan suspected of being held hostage by Hamas dies

The Sri Lankan national, who was believed to have been taken hostage by the Islamic militant group Hamas in Palestine, has been confirmed dead, according to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tel Aviv.

Litro gas prices to be increased from tomorrow

The Price of a 12.5 kg Litro domestic LP gas cylinder will be increased by Rs. 75-90 with effect from tomorrow, Litro Chairman Muditha Peiris said.

Nepal, Oman qualify for T20 World Cup 2024

Nepal secured an eight-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates in the Asian qualifiers semifinal, while Oman dominated Bahrain with a ten-wicket triumph.

Exam soon to recruit 3,000 Grama Niladharis: Prime Minister

The Grama Niladhari Exam will be conducted in the first week of December to fill three thousand Grama Niladhari vacancies, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane said.

GMOA suspends strike; withdrawal from VIP ambulance service continues

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to suspend the provincial-level trade union action with effect from today.

South Korea pledges support to Sri Lanka

South Korea has pledged its assistance to Sri Lanka for several programmes including employment generation for young people and reinforcement of employment cooperation.

SLC calls for explanation from coaching staff and selectors

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has expressed deep concern and disappointment regarding the Sri Lanka National Team’s performance in the ongoing World Cup 2023, especially their recent loss to India.

Five Onmax DT directors arrested for involvement in illegal pyramid schemes

The Financial Crimes Investigations Division has arrested five directors associated with Onmax DT on charges related to illegal pyramid schemes.

Sack Them All!

Sri Lanka perhaps does not have the best of memories playing at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

IP knocked down by woman sergeant

The OIC of the Kebithigollewa Division Crime Investigation Unit who had been knocked down by a motorcar driven by a Woman Police Sergeant (WPS) and admitted to the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital in critical condition died in the early hours of this morning.

Plans afoot to establish International Climate Change University in SL: RW

The government is planning to establish an International Climate Change University (ICCU) in Sri Lanka for which 600 acres overlooking the Kothmale reservoir have already been allocated, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

Sri Lanka welcomes enter air

The Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Private Limited (AASL) today welcomed the first Polish charter flight with 206 international tourists.

New GMR assumes duties

Sri Lanka Railways Additional General Manager H.M.K.W. Bandara today assumes duties as the 32nd General Manager of the Sri Lanka Railways Department.

Steep price hike in goods, services after VAT increase: NPP

The prices of goods and services will go up by two to three times after the Value Added Tax (VAT) is increased upto 18 percent from January next year, further burdening the people, NPP MP Vijitha Herath said yesterday.

10-member commission appointed to review and amend election laws

President Ranil Wickremesinghe issued a gazette notification, appointing a 10-member commission of inquiry, with retired Chief Justice Priyasath Dep leading the commission.

Sri Lanka’s total volume of digital retail payments poised to reach Rs.77tn by 2027

Sri Lanka’s total volume of digital retail payments can potentially reach up to Rs 77.2 trillion by 2027, 128 percent more than the 2022 level, analysis from Robocash Sri Lanka has revealed.

A 10-hour water cut in Colombo

Colombo residents are set to experience a 10-hour water cut today as the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced that water supply to several areas in the city will be suspended.

High electricity tariffs, taxes keeping investors away from Sri Lanka: minister

The escalating cost of operations in the country is making Sri Lanka an unappealing destination for doing business, where now convincing investors to look at the island nation is a fresh challenge, the minister in charge of investment promotions said.

Over 100mm rain expected a bit early today

While expecting an enhancement of the prevailing showery weather condition, showers above 100mm will occur over most places in the island after 1 p.m., the forecasting division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

Maithripala and others ordered to pay total compensation before June 30 2024

The Supreme Court yesterday issued an order directing former President Maithripala Sirisena and several other respondents in the Easter Sunday attack petitions to pay total compensation ordered by Court to the victims of the Easter Sunday attacks before June 30, next year.