First evaluation of IMF from September 14–24: Siyambalapitiya

The first evaluation of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Comprehensive Credit Scheme will be conducted from September 14 to 24, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said.

45 trains cancelled during the day due to strike

At least 45 scheduled train services have been cancelled during the day due to trade union action launched by the Sri Lanka Railways Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union, the Railways Department said.

Train strike claims life of engineer student

An engineer student attached to the Katubedda Technical college who was travelling on the roof of the Kandy-Colombo train died after falling off the train at Horape, the Railways Department said.

SL slams OHCHR; says the report based on ‘unsubstantiated sources’

While expressing concern over the ever-increasing mandate of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in making sweeping and intrusive comments on all aspects, Sri Lanka yesterday rejected all Conclusions and Recommendations including references to targeted sanctions pursuant to HRC Resolution 51/1.

GR to back new political party?

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who has maintained a stark silence since his resignation in July last year is now eyeing to recapture and strengthen his failed image through a new political party which is now led by one of his close aide’s and media owner who declared his entry into politics yesterday.

Experts baffled by mass turtle deaths

Experts have been unable to properly identify what has caused the mass death of turtles of which the carcasses have recently been washed ashore along different coastal lines.

Kohli, Rahul and Yadav star in India’s biggest ever win over Pakistan

There may be more crucial battles to come on the cricket field between India and Pakistan before this year is done, but the former will atleast hold a psychological edge in their fierce rivalry having recorded a massive 228-run win in their Asia Cup Super 4 match yesterday – a result set in motion by Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, who scored unbeaten centuries, and completed by Kuldeep Yadav, who claimed a five-wicket haul.

Portuguese court convicts hacker behind biggest leak in football history

A court in Portugal on Monday convicted the hacker Rui Pinto over his ’’Football Leaks’’ revelations that exposed dodgy dealings in international football, sentencing him to a suspended four-year prison term.

Renowned photojournalist Essdras Suarez in SL

The Sri Lanka Press Insitute has planned to have a public session with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and renowned photojournalist, Essdras Suarez at Taj Samudra Hotel on September 15, 2023.

CID searches for PC who aided ’Harak Kata’ to snatch SI’s firearm while in custody

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has released a photograph of a police constable to locate him for allegedly aiding notorious underworld figure Nadun Chinthaka alias ’’Harak Kata’’ to snatch a firearm of a Sub-inspector of the STF while in the custody of the CID.

SL Customs thwart massive Karunka transshipment at port

Sri Lanka Customs today displayed a large Karunka (areca nut) transshipment worth over Rs.27 million, which had arrived in the Colombo Port from Malaysia in June this year.

Asia Pacific Regional Scout Workshop in Sri Lanka

The Asia Pacific Region of the World Organisation of Scout Movement will hold the Membership Growth Scout Meet hosted by the Sri Lanka Scout Association from 13 to 17 September 2023 at Hotel Morven, Colombo 3.

’Harak Kata’s’ attempt to grab firearm from Sub-Inspector during custody foiled

Notorious underworld figure Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, also known as ’Harak Kata,’ allegedly attempted to escape custody by snatching a firearm from a Sub-Inspector during questioning by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA orders transfer of Shashi Weerawansa’s case to another judge

The Court of Appeal today issued an order transferring the case filed against Shashi Weerawansa alias Udayanthi Ranasinghe, the wife of National Freedom Front (NFF) Leader Wimal Weerawansa from the Colombo Chief Magistrate to any other Magistrate in Hulftsdorp.

Illicit cigarettes worth over Rs.470 Mn seized by Customs

A massive cigarette consignment worth over Rs.470 million, which was smuggled in from India last week was seized by the Sri Lanka Customs and displayed to the media at Grayline Container Yard in Grandpass today.

Will not accept any ministry in the present government: Dayasiri

Member of Parliament Dayasiri Jayasekara, who scoffed at social media reports that he is to be appointed as the Sports Minister shortly, said he will not accept any ministry in the present government.

Twin unbeaten tons from Kohli and Rahul propel India to 356/2 against Pakistan

KL Rahul marked his return to international cricket with a century while Virat Kohli added to his strong record against rivals Pakistan with a hundred of his own, made all the sweeter by becoming the fastest batsman to reach 13,000 ODI runs, as India ended on 356 for 2 in their rain-affected Asia Cup Super 4 at the R. Premadasa Stadium.

Enquiry Centre for SLPA

An Enquiry Centre of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) was declared open today to enhance the capabilities of the port, which plays a pivotal role as a hub port and international trade and shipping center with continuous operational activities.

Sri Lanka ‘confident’ says Nawaz ahead of biggest test to record win-streak

Sri Lanka may have put together the second-longest win streak in ODI cricket, but they will face their most formidable opponent since beginning their run of 13 successive victories when they face India in their Asia Cup Super 4 match at the R. Premadasa Stadium tomorrow.

Keep systems upgraded to prevent ransomware attacks: ICTA

The Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) today informed all government institutions to keep their systems upgraded and to maintain them properly to prevent ransomware attacks.

Perpetrators behind Easter Sunday attacks can be forgiven: Cardinal

Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith over the weekend stressed that the perpetrators behind the Easter Sunday bomb attacks can be forgiven if they accept responsibility and repent.

Pakistan ex-cricketer gets 12 years for inciting murder of Dutch MP

A Dutch court on Monday sentenced former Pakistan international cricketer Khalid Latif to 12 years in prison for urging the murder of anti-Islam MP Geert Wilders.

India-Pakistan Super 4 match to resume at 4:40 p.m., no reduction in overs

The rain-interrupted Asia Cup Super 4 match between India and Pakistan will resume at 4:40 p.m today. with no reduction to overs.

Train strike called off after assuance by GMR

The railway yard workers decided to call off their trade union action, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) said.

Ven. Gnanasara Thera pleads guilty in Nippon Hotel media conference case

Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galaboda Atte Gnanasara Thera and seven others today pleaded guilty to charges in connection with a case filed before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court for trespassing into the Nippon Hotel in Colombo and obstructing a media conference organised by Jathika Bala Sena (JBS) leader Ven. Watareka Vijitha Thera in 2014.

Muralitharan criticizes PCB’s costly tickets, laments empty seats during Asia Cup 2023 India vs Pakistan Face-offs

Muttiah Muralitharan believes PCB is to be blamed for this fiasco due to the high ticket prices set by the board, who is the official host for the continental tournament.

More rain threatens India-Pakistan Asia Cup reserve day

Heavy rain in Colombo on Monday afternoon threatened to wash out the reserve day of the blockbuster Super Four clash at the Asia Cup between India and Pakistan.

California school district to pay $2.25m to settle suit involving teacher who had student’s baby

A Southern California school district will pay an extra $2.25million to settle the latest lawsuit involving a teacher who became pregnant by one of the two students she was accused of sexually abusing.

Wokers’ trade union action delays scheduled trains

Due to a trade union action launched by workers attached to the railway yards in Colombo, a situation has arisen where delays will be caused to scheduled trains starting from the yards, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) said.

Djokovic not setting any limit on Grand Slam titles

Novak Djokovic said he plans to play as long as possible while he is still capable of competing for the biggest prizes after winning a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title at the US Open on Sunday.