More job opportunities for Sri Lankans in Korea

The Korean government today assured that they have taken necessary measures to open up new employment opportunities for Sri Lankans in Korea and increase the number of jobs provided to Sri Lankans.

China issues warning to EU Commission over electric vehicle probe

China has warned the EU Commission that an investigation into electric vehicles could damage business relations and increase prices for European car buyers

Namal says ’yes’ to intl. probe over Channel 4 allegations on Easter attacks

Recognized foreign agencies that deal with terrorism should conduct a fresh investigation into the Easter Sunday attacks, SLPP Hambantota District MP Namla Rajapaksa said.

Speaker endorses certificate on Central Bank Bill

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana endorsed the certificate on the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Bill and the Banking (Special Provisions) Bill today (14), the Parliament Communication Department said.

System failure disrupts Foreign Ministry’s document attestation division

The computer systems responsible for handling the attestation process at the Foreign Affairs Ministry experienced an unexpected malfunction, causing inconvenience for both staff and visitors, a senior officer said.

Rain delays toss in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Asia Cup clash

Rain delayed the toss of the winner-takes-all Super Four clash at the Asia Cup between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Colombo on Thursday.

Death toll in Libya’s Derna flooding could reach 20,000

The number of deaths in the Libyan city of Derna could range from 18,000 to 20,000 following catastrophic flooding, according to the city’s mayor.

Former MP Nishantha Muthuhettigama remanded

Former Member of Parliament Nishantha Muthuhettigama has been remanded by the Galle Chief Magistrate until September 21.

Thousand environmental cleaning programmes on ’World Cleanup Day’

In view of ’’World Cleanup Day’’ which falls on September 16, the Central Environment Authority (CEA) has made arrangements to implement a thousand environmental cleaning programmes around the country.

Danushka Gunathilaka to face sexual assault trial

Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka will stand trial in a Sydney court next week as he battles allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman inside her eastern suburbs home.

Indian authorities rush to contain deadly Nipah virus outbreak

A state in southern India is taking measures to contain an outbreak of the Nipah virus after two people died from the rare and often deadly disease, shutting schools and testing hundreds to prevent its spread.

Channel 4 has disclosed truth on Easter Sunday attack : Maithri

The recent disclosures by Channel 4 have shed new light on the truth behind the tragic events of the Easter Sunday attacks, Former President Maithripala Sirisena said.

Authorities admit migration of doctors beyond their control

With the migration of medical professionals from Sri Lanka reaching an alarming level, exacerbated by the low salaries offered to specialists, the health authorities are now admitting that the situation is beyond their control.

Another elephant hit by train last night

An elephant had died after being hit by the Menagaya night mail train, which was travelling from Batticaloa to Colombo Fort last night.

More rain likely during the day

Showers will occur during the day in the Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces and in the Puttalam, Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts, the forecasting division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

SL fulfils 39% of tourist arrival target set for September

Sri Lanka has welcomed over 46,000 tourists in the first two weeks of September, the provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority showed.

Sri Lanka turns deaf to call for international probe into Easter attack

Sri Lanka appears to be turning down calls for an an internationally monitored investigation into Easter Sunday bombings since it rapped yesterday the Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for trying to use incorrect and unsubstantiated information from biased sources in analysis in this regard.

IMF’s first EFF review for Sri Lanka kicks off today

Sri Lanka will soon find the status of the progress made in its reform efforts, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) all set to kick off the review process today.

1000 year-old ’alien corpses’ displayed in glass cases in Mexico

Two mummified specimens believed to be ’’non-human’’ and at least 1,000 years old were presented to Mexican Congress on September 13.

SriLankan Airlines grapples with pilots shortage amid economic turmoil

Nearly 60 pilots have left SriLankan Airlines during the last 12 months and the airline is in the process of recruiting pilots. It has already obtained Government approval to recruit foreign pilots if required, to face the shortage, Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Richard Nuttall said.

Train strike called off

The Sri Lanka Railways Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has decided to call off their ongoing trade union action following assurances by Railway Authority and Ministry officials, union secretary S.R.C.M. Senanayake said.

Organized crime gang leader ‘Ganemulla Sanjeeva’ arrested

Immigration officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake apprehended Sanjeewa Kumara alias ’Ganemulla Sanjeeva’, a notorious leader of an organized crime gang, this evening.

Pakistan look to ’match-winner’ Zaman after Naseem injury blow

Pakistan bowling coach Morne Morkel on Wednesday said injuries to their premier quicks is a big blow ahead of a must-win Asia Cup match but a ’’fantastic opportunity’’ for up-and-coming talent.

Shri Santosh appointed new High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka

Shri Santosh Jha presently Ambassador of India to Belgium, has been appointed as the new High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka.

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy arrives in Sri Lanka

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour’s Sri Lanka Leg will commence tomorrow and will be made available for public display as below.

Train strike continues despite declaring services essential: Union

Despite the Railway Service being declared as an Essential Service, the Sri Lanka Railways Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union will continue the ongoing strike, union secretary S.R.C.M. Senanayake said.

Train derails near Watagoda station in Talawakelle

The Udarata Menike train travelling from Colombo Fort to Badulla derailed near the Watagoda station in Talawakelle today at 3.30 pm, the Nawalapitiya Railway Control Room said.

Gopal Baglay appointed India’s next high commissioner to Australia

Shri Gopal Baglay, presently High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to Australia, a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs said.

Daily automated fuel price revising system from next year

In an effort to streamline the fuel dispensing process at all Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) refueling stations, the CPC has decided to introduce a daily automated price revision system starting next year.

Govt. gives undertaking to Court not to export Toque Macaque monkeys

The Court of Appeal decided to close the hearing of the petition over the move to export Toque Macaque monkeys from Sri Lanka to China, as the government has given an undertaken not to export Toque Macaque monkeys to China.