Reports should be issued by responsible institutions: Poultry Association

A report should be issued by the Department of Animal Production & Health and the Health Ministry over the videos circulating on social media regarding artificial eggs, All-Island Poultry Association (AIPA) President Ajith Gunasekara said.

A joy ride to UN for MPs

A delegation of several Members of Parliament (MPs) without ministerial roles has been included in the presidential entourage headed to New York for the UN sessions. It has triggered critical posts on social media with some people viewing it as a drain on the state coffers.

Hearing of Danushka Gunathilaka’s case concludes

The hearing of cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka’s case, involving allegations of sexual assault, has concluded in the New South Wales District Court. Australian media has confirmed that Judge Sarah Huggett will deliver her verdict on September 28th.

President invited for state visit to Malaysia

President Ranil Wickremesinghe was invited for a state visit to Malaysia by the King, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

2023 GCE A/L exam postponed

The 2023 GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examination has been postponed, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha announced in Parliament a short while ago.

Do not display Presidential Secretariat name board on vehicles

All officers and drivers of the Presidential Secretariat have been notified not to display the Presidential Secretariat’s name board on their vehicles, the Acting Presidential Secretary said.

MPs should refrain from insulting judicial officers: Speaker

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena today requested members of Parliament not to insult judicial officers during sessions and outside Parliament.

Thundershowers likely in Uva, Eastern Provinces, Polonnaruwa, Mullaitivu

Thundershowers are expected in the Uva and Eastern Provinces and in the Polonnaruwa and Mullaitivu districts during the evening or night, the Forecasting Division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

Two killed, two hospitalised in shooting at Avissawella

Two persons were killed and two others injured following a shooting incident early this morning in Avissawella, police said.

President firm on no further Cabinet expansion

President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reported to have stood his ground, refusing to allocate any more Cabinet portfolios despite persistent requests from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), Daily Mirror learns.

SC holds CEB’s refusal to issue permit for solar power plant is illegal

The Supreme Court in a landmark judgment held that the belated position taken up by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) and its refusal to issue a permit to operate a solar power electricity generation plant in Vavuniya was contrary to the law and both the CEB and Sri Lanka Sustainable (SLSEA) Energy Authority have unlawfully and miserably failed in the performance of their duty towards the public in encouraging project proponents to harvest green

Blame game over Gothatuwa sinkhole

Without taking swift action to close or repair the massive rainwater-filled sinkhole on Dodangahahena Road in Gothatuwa, the relevant authorities are now passing the buck.

Malaysian national gaining entry with SL passport deported from BIA

A Malaysian national who tried to enter the country in the guise of a Sri Lankan national with a Sri Lankan passport in hand was intercepted by the Immigration officials at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and deported.

Prez highlights realities of realising Sustainable Development Goals, questions if targets are even achievable

President Ranil Wickremesinghe placed the realities of the achievement of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) under the spotlight in New York, asserting that the current state of SDG advancement is globally unsatisfactory.

US-SL TIFA discussion puts spotlight on need for improved transparency to boost FDI

In a bid to further strengthen trade relations between Sri Lanka and the United States, both nations asserted the need to improve transparency and efficiency in approving foreign direct investment (FDI) in the island nation.

Offer of Rs.2 million to find body of two year old girl

Relatives have offered a prize of Rs.2 million to anyone providing reliable information on the individual who removed the body of two-year-old girl from Bharathipuram public cemetery and whereabouts of the body.

David Cameron to address Port City Colombo UAE Roadshow

As Port City Colombo (PCC) is set to launch a roadshow in the UAE, showcasing investment opportunities and incentives for global investors, former UK Prime Minister David Cameron will address an exclusive, closed-door forum.

Debate on Channel 4 useless exercise: Catholic Church

The two-day debate on Channel 4 which is to begin in Parliament today will be a useless exercise if a fresh independent probe under the supervision of foreign experts does not follow, the Catholic Church of Sri Lanka said.

Tusker electrocuted; home garden owner arrested

A 56-year-old owner of a home garden was taken into custody on suspicion of laying a live wire that caused the death of a tusker.

Present cricket team more talented than ’96 squad, says Arjuna

Sri Lanka’s present cricket team is more talented than the 1996 World Cup winning squad, former cricketer Arjuna Ranatunga said.

Advisory for Indian nationals, students in Canada

In view of growing anti-India activities, politically-conducted hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there and those contemplating travel are urged to exercise the utmost caution, the Ministry of External Affairs of India, said.

Cash Rs.7.8mn robbed from private bank ATM

Cash amounting to Rs.7.8 million has been stolen from the ATM of a private sector bank in Nittambuwa town.

Dasun to remain as captain

Dasun Shanaka will remain as ODI captain for the Cricket World Cup, an SLC official confirmed to the Daily Mirror.

Malinga backs Shanaka to continue as captain for Cricket World Cup

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Lasith Malinga has backed Dasun Shanaka to continue as ODI skipper even as deliberations are ongoing if the all-rounder should retain the captaincy for the Cricket World Cup.

Restraining order on commemorating LTTE cadre Thileepan rejected

The request by police for a restraining order preventing the commemoration of LTTE cadre ’Thileepan’ was rejected by the Vavuniya magistrate’s court.

Govt implements recommendations of PCoI on Easter attacks

Disciplinary action has been taken against some state officers who have been found to be responsible for not taking action to prevent the Easter Sunday bomb attacks in line with the government’s decision to implement the recommendations by the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) which probed the mayhem, Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles told Parliament today.

President holds talks with Meta’s Nick Clegg on AI development

President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs for Meta (Facebook), in New York on the side-lines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), and highlighted the government’s new initiatives to combat online hate speech and the spread of fake news.

SLPP MP complains to Speaker over death threats

A Parliamentarian complained to the Speaker that he had come under death threats for the last two days and requested to ensure his security.

Local, international Met. Depts. unable to forecast SL weather in future: Amaraweera

An intriguing situation has emerged where both the Sri Lanka Meteorological Department and international weather forecasting agencies find themselves unable to provide weather forecasts for Sri Lanka, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.

Sri Lanka grapples with crime wave and IGP turmoil

In the recent past, Sri Lanka has witnessed a worrying increase in various forms of criminal activities such as shootings, killings in broad daylight and theft, robbery, and drug-related offenses, raising concerns among citizens and authorities alike.