Heavy rains exceeding 100 mm in WP, several other places: Met. Dept.

Heavy showers exceeding 100 mms could be expected at some places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts, the Meteorology Department said today.

Capital Market Clubs to be set up in 100 selected schools: President

Steps will be taken to establish Capital Market Clubs in 100 selected schools and the top-performing school among them will be rewarded, President Wickremesinghe said.

SL to get US support to import quality drugs: NMRA Chairman

Chairman of the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) Prof.S.D. Jayaratne yesterday said that Sri Lanka would take advice from the United States’ Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the importation and regulation of medicines in the future.

Fire leaves at least 52 people dead in South Africa’s biggest city

At least 52 people died when a fire ripped through a multi-story building in Johannesburg, South Africa’s biggest city, emergency services said Thursday.

Colombo braces for Meningococcal disease

In the wake of a new patient with Meningococcal disease being found from the Colombo District, the health authorities have requested people to be alert on the symptoms of the disease.

Sinopec officially begins operation in SL with Rs. 3 discount for petrol, diesel

Sinopec Energy Lanka - the operating entity of Sinopec Group has officially commenced business operation and started fuel supply at its first franchising filling station in Mattegoda, Colombo, a statement from the company said.

Hundreds of vehicles Illegally imported and registered Causing Rs.5Bn loss to Govt.

More than 400 vehicles had been imported to Sri Lanka in this manner and have been registered illegally

Hydro catchment areas receive rain; Ratnapura records 101 mm rainfall

​After the long dry spell, several areas including hydro catchment areas in the country had received a considerable amount of rain with the highest rainfall of 101.3 mm recorded from Ratnapura during the 24 hour period ending at 8.30 am yesterday.

Aussie envoy discusses challenges of Veddha community

The Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Paul Stephens held talks with the Veddha Chief Uruwarige Wanniyaletto yesterday in Dambana and learnt about their history and cur- rent challenges.

Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed boost Pakistan to huge win over Nepal in opening match

Pakistan kicked off the Asia Cup 2023 tournament with a dominant 238-run win over Nepal on Wednesday, August 30. Captain Babar Azam recorded his only second 150-plus knock and Iftikhar Ahmed shone with his maiden ODI century to help Pakistan score a total of 342 runs while batting first.

U.S. Senator calls for Single Window, Certainty’ for American Investments in Sri Lanka

Visiting U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, in response to a query about the investment climate of Sri Lanka, stressed the need to speed up work to set up a single window or one-stop- shop to facilitate investments.

Migration of local air traffic controllers a major issue : SLATCA

Migrating of local air traffic controllers to other countries is becoming a major issue, Sri Lanka Air Traffic Controllers Association (SLATCA) said today.

Committee to be set up to prevent potential conflicts in North, East: RW

While emphasizing the government’s resolute dedication to protecting religious shrines and historical sites, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said a committee comprising religious leaders from the respective provinces will be set up aiming at addressing religious matters in the North and East.

Gems valued at Rs.291 Million seized at BIA

A woman who attempted to smuggle out of the country, a stock of gems valued Rs.291 million was arrested at Katunayake International Airport earlier today.

Man flees country despite travel ban; Deported after landing in Mumbai

An individual who managed to flee from the country despite a travel ban imposed by a court order was detained on a flight and deported after landing in Mumbai today.

’’Why should I get into deals with Ranil?’’ asks Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa denounced reports that the SJB and the UNP will merge soon while he would become the Prime Minister under Ranil Wickremesinghe if the latter wins the next Presidential election.

Meningococcal disease enters Colombo?

A patient with similar symptoms to the Meningococcal disease, which was initially detected at the Galle Prison has been reported from the Colombo district.

Sri Lankan envoy in Kenya joins Uganda’s ICC Trophy Tour for 2023 World Cup

Sri Lankan High Commissioner in Kenya, Kana Kananathan was honored with a distinguished guest invitation from Michael Nuwagaba, Chairman of the Uganda Cricket Association, at the launch of the ICC Trophy Tour for the highly anticipated 2023 Cricket World Cup.

Imran Khan sent to two-week judicial remand in ‘cypher’ case

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been sent to judicial remand for two weeks on charges of leaking state secrets, his lawyer says.

Sahan Arachchige & Nuwan Thusara summoned ’’to travel with the team’’

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced the 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, which begins in Pakistan and Sri Lanka from Wednesday. Two more players have been added as standbyes, it has been learned.

Permit system for import of wheat flour abolished

The State Minister for Finance, Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said the permit system previously required for the import of wheat flour has been abolished as of midnight yesterday.

University dons to be charged bond fee when leaving overseas?

It has been proposed to introduce a procedure under which university dons will have to pay a bond fee when going overseas for studies and research to prevent them from remaining in those countries.

Man killed, nine injured in head-on collision

A man was killed and nine others injured when two buses collided head-on at Kajugama on the Kandy-Colombo main road last night, Police said.

Political parties brace for presidential elections slated for mid next year

With the presidential elections slated for the middle of the next year, the political parties have sprung into action, even prematurely unveiling their candidates.

Final Randoli procession commences tonight

The final Randoli procession in the Kandy Esala festival this year is scheduled to take placetonight, coinciding with Nikini full moon Poya day. The procession will set off from Sri Dalada Maligawa at the auspicious hour of 7.03pm and proceed along Dalada Veediya, Yatinuwara Veediya, Kande Veediya, D.S. Senanayake Veediya and return to Sri Dalada Maligawa along Raja Veediya. The final Randoli proces

No contact history between infant and inmates who died of Meningococcal disease

Health authorities have ruled out any contact history between the eight-month-old infant who passed away with symptoms similar to Meningococcal disease and the two inmates at Galle Prison who died of the disease.

NZ agrees to establish Immigration Resource Centre in SL

The New Zealand (NZ) government has agreed to provide support and necessary funds for the establishment of an Immigration Resource Centre in Sri Lanka, the Labour and Foreign Employment Ministry said.

Sagara Kariyawasam says ready for legal battle with AKD

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary MP Sagara Kariyawasam said he is ready for a legal battle with JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

STF arrest suspect with over 3kgs Ice drugs

A 28 year old suspect has been arrested by the Police Special Task Force while in possession of 03kgs & 394 gms of Ice narcotic drug during a raid at Uyilankulam in Mannar.

Apparel exports lead decline in July merchandise exports

Continuing the declining trend in exports, Sri Lanka recorded US$ 1.02 billion export earnings for the month of July, down 11.79 percent year-on-year....