No display of my cut-outs: President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has issued a directive, urging against the use of his images on billboards, cut-outs and posters, a statement from the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Jackson Anthony passes away

Renowned Sri Lankan movie actor Jackson Anthony passed away this morning at the age of 65 while receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Colombo National Hospital after being involved in an accident in Anuradhapura, hospital sources said.

If Govt. stop massive Excise frauds: Dr. Harsha de Silva

Local professionals leaving Sri Lanka for greener pastures owing to the country’s present heavy taxing policies could be prevented if the government takes measures to seize massive Excise frauds and save tax revenue for the state coffers, was the opinion of Dr. Harsha de Silva.

Sri Lanka fined for slow over-rate

Sri Lanka have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against South Africa in the Match 4 of ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup on Saturday, 7 October 2023.

Tharushi should target Olympic medal in 2028, not in Paris 2024: SLA Secretary

Sri Lanka Athletic (SLA) General Secretary Saman Kumara Gunawardena says that an Olympic medal should be expected from Asian ’Golden Girl’ Tharushi Karunarathna in Sri Lankan athletics, not in the 2024 Paris Olympics but in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Private buses to withdraw from emission tests from January: Genumu

The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has decided to withdraw from emission testing from January as there is no procedure to conduct emission tests on Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses and state vehicles.

Red alert for 12 districts on severe lightning: Met Dept.

A red alert on thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning has been issued for 12 districts, the natural hazards early warning center of the Meteorology Department said today.

Dengue cases exceed 65,000 mark

The tally of Dengue cases reported for 2023 has surpassed the 65,000 mark, according to the Epidemiology Unit.

Argentina to play Wales in World Cup quarter-final after beating Japan

Mateo Carreras scored a hat-trick of tries as Argentina beat Japan 39-27 in a thriller in Nantes on Sunday to set up a World Cup quarter-final against Wales.

Prankster sparks World Cup security fear at India, Australia World Cup game

A pitch invader breached heavy security and fencing to break onto the field at the Cricket World Cup game between India and Australia on Sunday, getting to within touching distance of players including superstar Virat Kohli.

Afghanistan earthquake death toll rises to 2,000: Taliban officials

The death toll from powerful earthquakes in western Afghanistan is estimated to be 2,000, a senior Taliban leader said, adding that the number might rise further in one of the deadliest quakes to hit the country in two decades.

Pakistan coach Arthur has inside knowledge of ’dangerous’ Sri Lanka

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur admits he knows Sri Lanka’s ’’strengths and weaknesses’’ inside out having spent two years at the helm of his Asian rivals.

Record-breaking China set to close Asian Games

Hosts China finished with a record-breaking 201 gold medals as the curtain comes down on two weeks of triumphs and tears at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Sunday.

Suspect arrested over murder of two maids in Matara

Two women from Malambada and Walgama who served as housemaids, were found killed in a house in Matara, police said.

Travelling by bus in Sri Lanka not safe, claims tourist

A Russian tourist claimed that travelling on public transport in Sri Lanka is very dangerous to their lives as they travel at high speeds.

Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah hits Shebaa Farms

Israel fired barrages of artillery into southern Lebanon on Sunday after Hezbollah targeted three Israeli military positions in the disputed Shebaa Farms.

Adverse weather closes schools in Galle, Matara districts for two more days

The Southern Province Education Ministry has decided to close all schools in the Galle and Matara districts on Monday and Tuesday, due to adverse weather conditions.

SL concerned over violence in Israel, Palestine: FM

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over the attacks and escalation of violence and the resulting loss of lives in Israel and Palestine.

Strong quake in west Afghanistan kills ’about 120’

The death toll from an earthquake in western Afghanistan on Saturday has risen to around 120 with 1,000 more injured, disaster relief authorities said, as desperate families dug into the night to free relatives trapped in the rubble.

Earth mound collapses blocking road

Traffic movements on the Beragala-Wellawaya main road have been blocked due to the collapse of an earth mound at the Lower Viharagala area (in front of the children’s home) in Chilaw.

Two soldiers waiting to shoot someone arrested in Elpitiya

A soldier and a former soldier were arrested last night while waiting to carrying out a shooting in Elpitiya along with a pistol and 10 rounds of 10mm ammunition in their possession.

AMS raises concerns over adverse drug reactions to IVIG

The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has expressed deep concerns following the shocking revelations in a recent press release issued by the National Medicines Regulatory Authority over the adverse drug reactions to a brand of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) distributed to state hospitals.

South Africa-Sri Lanka records highest aggregate in a World Cup match with 754 runs in Delhi

South Africa and Sri Lanka recorded the highest run aggregate in an ICC ODI World Cup match during their clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Saturday.

South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 102 runs

South Africa made a loud announcement of their entry into the ICC World Cup 2023 as they convincingly defeated Sri Lanka by 102 runs. The Proteas scored the highest-ever run in the ICC World Cup 2023- 428 and during the chase Sri Lanka was all-out on 326.

Israel declares war on Hamas after surprise assault from Gaza

Hamas militants fired thousands of rockets and sent dozens of fighters into Israeli towns near the Gaza Strip in an unprecedented surprise early morning attack during a major Jewish holiday on Saturday, October 7, killing dozens and stunning the country. Israel said it is now at war with Hamas and launched airstrikes in Gaza, vowing to inflict an ’’unprecedented price.’’

CEB prepares for power disruption in Matara

In response to the escalating water levels in the vicinity of the Matara grid sub-station, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has been forced to disconnect the power supply from the affected area.

Supreme Court allows TISL to intervene in X-Press Pearl case

Earlier this year, Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) filed an intervention petition before the Supreme Court, seeking permission to intervene in Case No. SC/FR 168/2021, which was filed by the Centre for Environmental Justice seeking fair compensation for the victims of the X-Press Pearl disaster, a statement from TISL said.

Massive blaze engulfs factory in Orugudawatta

A fire broke out in a factory in the Orugudawatta area, sending shockwaves through the local community.

Sri Lanka opt to bowl first against South Africa

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and opted to bowl first in their opening match of the Cricket World Cup 2023 against South Africa in Delhi.

Risk of food shortage due to sudden weather changes: Minister

Sri Lanka faces the risk of food shortages due to the impact of sudden weather changes in the country, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.