At least 52 killed, scores injured in suicide blast in Pakistan

At least 52 people were killed and over 50 were injured in a suicide blast near a mosque in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province.

PUCSL seeks public opinion on electricity tariff revisions for 2023

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has decided to seek public opinion regarding the revision of electricity tariffs proposed by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) for 2023.

Canada is serious about ties with India despite row - Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said his country is serious about building closer ties with India despite an ongoing diplomatic row.

Shakib Al Hasan set to retire from all formats after ’this’ tournament

Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s most celebrated and arguably their greatest player has revealed his retirement plan ahead of World Cup 2023. Shakib is leading Bangladesh in World Cup and amidst the drama of Tamim Iqbal’s non-selection, Shakib has also made it clear that he will not play any international cricket after Champions Trophy 2025.

Sri Lanka’s rising stars dream of emulating class of 1996

When Sri Lanka clinched a shock 1996 World Cup triumph, Dunith Wellalage and Matheesha Pathirana were not even born, but the rising stars head to India determined to repeat the victory.

Flood warnings extended for Gin Ganga, Kuda Ganga, Kalu Ganga, Nilwala Ganga

Flood warning alerts issued for the Gin Ganga Basin, Kuda Ganga sub-basin of the Kalu Ganga and Nilwala Ganga basin will be extended for the next 24 hours, the Irrigation Department said.

132 people affected by prevailing weather condition

A total of 132 people from 32 families have been affected so far due to the prevailing showery conditions experienced in the country, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Collapse of rule of law instrumental in economic crisis: Wijeyadasa

The collapse of the rule of law was also instrumental in the recent economic crisis in the country, Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe said yesterday.

Introduce two species of cattle, goats suitable to increase milk, meat production

Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera advised the Animal Production and Health Department to start research to introduce two species of cattle and goats suitable for our country in order to increase the production of milk and meat in our country.

Kazakhstan President invites RW to attend Astana International Forum 2024

On the sidelines of the Berlin Global Dialogue forum, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev engaged in discussions with Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Social Security Contribution to be added to LECO electricity Bills

Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) will be added to (Lanka Electricity Company Ltd) Bills, from September 8, 2023, the company announced last evening.

Michael Gambon, Dumbledore actor in ‘Harry Potter,’ dies age 82

Harry Potter co-stars of Sir Michael Gambon, who played Professor Albus Dumbledore in six films, are among those paying tribute to the stage and screen legend after his death aged 82.

Why does China court Sri Lankan MPs more than others?

China, more than any other country in the region or elsewhere, offers exchange programmes to the parliamentarians from Sri Lanka.

Fitch upgrades Sri Lanka’s long-term local-currency IDR to ’CCC-’

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Local-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ’CCC-’ from ’RD’ (Restricted Default). Fitch typically does not assign Outlooks to sovereigns with a rating of ’CCC+’ or below. The Long-Term Foreign-Currency IDR has been affirmed at ’RD’ and the Country Ceiling at ’B-’.

Mullaitivu District Judge resigns

Mullaitivu District Judge T. Saravanarajah has tendered his resignation from his posts due to threats on his life and a lot of stress, the Mullaitivu District Magistrate said.

SriLankan Airlines partners with Virgin Australia

SriLankan Airlines has entered into a first-ever interline partnership with Virgin Australia that will strengthen the airline’s network in Australia and offer customers extensive connections across the land down under and beyond, the SriLankan Airlines said.

Taiwan unveils new submarine to fend off China

Taiwan has unveiled its first domestically-made submarine as it bolsters its defences against a possible Chinese attack.

Woman nabbed with Rs. 10 mn worth gold at BIA

An air passenger who attempted to smuggle into the country a consignment of gold jewellery weighing 587.3 gms valued at Rs.10.2 million was nabbed by the Police Anti Narcotics Bureau officials at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in the early hours of this morning.

Sri Lankan envoy in Kenya invited to monitor presidential elections in Liberia

The government of Liberia has invited Sri Lankan ambassador in Kenya Kana Kananathan, to monitor and oversee the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections to be held in Liberia on October 10, 2023, a statement from his office said.

Jazeera Airways to resume daily flights from October

Jazeera Airways is to boost their airline service in Colombo from October, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) said.

Four jumbos killed in train collision

Four elephants were killed last night after being knocked down by the night mail train from Colombo to Kankesanthurai.

Man nabbed with Rs. 10 mn worth ICE drug

A 39-year-old man engaged in drug smuggling was arrested with 1.10 kgs of Methamphetamine (Ice drug) worth over Rs. 10 million by the Colombo Crimes Division yesterday.

One killed, another injured in lorry-train collision

One person was killed and another injured after a lorry collided with a train at the Kahawa, Godagama unprotected railway crossing.

Highest rainfall in Ingiriya; flood warning for Kuda Ganga, Nilwala Ganga Basins

Following the rainfall records reported during the past 24 hours, the Ingiriya area in the Kalutara District recorded the highest rainfall, which was 101.5mm, the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Meteorology Department said.

No fixed timeline for second tranche to be disbursed: IMF Senior Mission Chief

As Sri Lanka is yet to meet two key targets under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) programme, there is no “fixed timeline” for the disbursement of the second tranche of the US$ 3 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), said IMF Mission Senior Chief for Sri Lanka, Peter Breuer.

Dates announced for renewal of firearm license for 2024

The renewal of firearm licenses of individuals/ institutions for the year 2024 will be carried out from 01 October 2023 to 31 December 2023, the Ministry of Defence announced.

Cabinet nod to set up National Debt Management Institute

The Cabinet of Ministers this week gave approval for the establishment of a National Debt Management Institute.

Man injured in shooting at Meetiyagoda

A 47-year old man was injured after he was shot at while riding a motorcycle at Magawela in Meetiyagoda this morning.

All those who do not have my principles are my enemies: Maithripala

All those who do not have my principles are my enemies, Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Chairman and former President Maithripala Sirisena said.

Danushka Gunathilaka cleared of Tinder date rape

Sri Lankan international cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been found not guilty of sexual assault by a Sydney judge who said the evidence established there was “no opportunity” for him to have removed a condom during sex, and that he was truthful in his police interview.