Norochcholai Unit 3 shuts down for 100 days, no power cuts: Minister

Unit 3 of the Norochcholai Coal Power Plant (NCPP) will be shut down from June 3 for a period of 100 days, Power and Energy Minister Kanchan Wijesekers said.

Considerable increase in dengue in Kandy, Kegalle, Galle, Kurunegala districts

With the increase in the inclement weather conditions during the past few days, there has been a considerable increase in the number of dengue-positive cases in the Kandy, Kegalle, Galle and Kurunegala districts, Director of the National Dengue Control Unit Dr. Nalin Ariyaratne said.

Afghanistan name squad for the Sri Lanka ODI series

Afghanistan Cricket Board’s Selection Committee today finalized a 15-member squad for the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka which will be played from 2nd to 7th June in Hambantota.

President orders strict laws to prevent child abuse

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered strict legislation to prevent child abuse, emphasizing the urgency of combating the issue perpetrated by teachers, elders and various segments of society.

No moves to bring in MR as PM: Sagara refutes reports

SLPP General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam refuted reports that plans were afoot to appoint former president Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Prime Minister.

We are not mere talkers, we are doers: Champika

Parliamentarian Patali Champika Ranawaka said he is confident in launching his new political party on May 22.

Protest against higher ordination ceremony in Trinco

A protest staged by a group of individuals led by Jaffna District Parliamentarian S.Gajendran near the archaeological site in front of the Trincomalee public playground against a programme to commemorate the 270th anniversary of the higher ordination ceremony was dispersed by the police and the STF (Special Task Force).

Keep your mobile phones charged for emergency calls: DMC urges public

In light of extreme weather conditions, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) requests residents in disaster areas to keep their mobile phones charged at all times as an active mobile connection will help assist in the event of a disaster.

Special operation identifies over 3,000 mosquito breeding places in WP

A total of 3,344 persons have been warned for allowing mosquito breeding places during a special two-day dengue control operation held during the weekend in the Western Province.

Two arrested for stealing Sydney bound gemstones

Two suspects were arrested by the Katunayake Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) Police for stealing 14 gemstones from the high-speed mail bags brought to the airport by the Colombo Central Mail Exchange to be sent on a flight scheduled to travel from BIA to Sydney, Australia.

I’m with Harin’s party: Vadivel

Claiming that he was not with this party or that party, MP Vadivel Suresh said his future political journey would be with Minister Harin Fernando.

Pastor Jerome lands in hot soup over insulting Buddha

In the wake of Pastor Jerome Fernando making derogatory remarks on Buddhism and the Buddha, Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Vidura Wickramanayake said no room would be left for anyone to insult any religion and stern action would be taken against such individuals.

Dengue cases in 2023 three times higher than last two years

The dengue cases reported so far in 2023 are three times higher than the cases recorded in the corresponding period of the last two years, stated Deputy Director of Medical Services Dr. G. Wijesuriya.

Security to remain heightened in several areas in Colombo

The tight security contingent deployed around the University of Colombo and in several other areas leading into the city will remain over the coming days and will be lifted gradually only after the possible threat caused by an attempted IUSF gathering in Colombo eases, senior defence officials told Daily Mirror last evening.

Gampola murder case: Girl not raped

The postmortem on the body of 22-year-old girl Fathima Munawwara who had been killed on the way to her workplace a week ago has revealed that she had not been raped by the assailant.

Police probe death of maid arrested over theft at S.Nethicumara’s house

A 42-year-old woman, a domestic worker at popular tele drama producer and business personality Sudharma Nethicumara’s house who was taken into custody over alleged theft, has died while undergoing treatment at the Colombo National Hospital.

Govt. mulling to reduce liquor prices complete fabrication: Excise

Rejecting recent media reports, the Department of Excise today said the government mulling to reduce the prices of liquor owing to a sharp decline in consumption is a complete fabrication.

SJB strongman P. Harrison pledges support to Ranil, says 20 more will join

Former Minister and Anuradhapura District MP who is the District Head of Samagi Jana Balawegaya ( SJB) P. Harrison has pledged his support to President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Bangalore crush Rajasthan by 112 runs in IPL

Fifties from skipper Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell, followed by inspired bowling, led Royal Challengers Bangalore to a crushing 112-run win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL on Sunday.

US wants to provide $6m for maritime security initiatives to SL, others

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman has said they are seeking to provide $6 million, working with the US Congress, for regional maritime security initiatives – partnering with Bangladesh, India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka.

Rains over 100 mm on the cards; warning on minor floods

In the wake of torrential rains, the Irrigation Department has warned of a minor flood situation in low lying areas of the Nilwala River valley in Kotapola, Pitabeddara, Akuressa, Athuraliya, Malimbada, Thihagoda, Matara and Devinuwara D/S Divisions.

Navy rescues six fishermen from a sinking fishing trawler off Beruwala

A dedicated search and rescue operation mounted this morning by the Sri Lanka Navy led to the rescue of six fishermen aboard a local multi-day fishing trawler in distress off Beruwala.

Station Master and employees assaulted for not allowing alcohol consumption: 3 arrested

Three suspects were arrested for assaulting four railway employees including a station master for not allowing them to consume alcohol at the Railway Station at Bolawatta in Wennappuwa.

No price change in milk powder till 23 May

Although a decision was taken to reduce the price of a kilogramme of milk powder by Rs. 200 with effect from 15 May, the Milk Powder Importers Association said there will be a delay in reducing the prices due to a delay in shipments.

Minister’s response over 12 hour daily working shift

Labour Minister Manusha Nanayakkara denied some trade union allegations that the government is planning to introduce a four day working week and to increase the current daily working shift to 12 hours from eight hours.

Hambantota Port with China can’t be used for war - Min. Nimal Siripala de Silva

Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva speaking to WION on Hambantota and Colombo ports, said that Sri Lanka’s agreement with the Chinese is very clear that Hambantota port cannot be used for any war or security purposes but only for trade.

Thailand elections: Polls open with Thaksin’s daughter as frontrunner

Voting has begun in Thailand’s general election, where the daughter of ousted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is the frontrunner.

UK Parliament moves motion on economic aid to Sri Lanka

Conservative member of the UK Parliament Dr. Mathew Offord on Thursday moved a motion on the economic situation of Sri Lanka and how the UK could assist proactively.

Australia to gift former Royal Australian Beechcraft to SL

The Australian Government is to gift a former Royal Australian Air Force Beechcraft KA350 aircraft to Sri Lanka, the Australian High Commission in Colombo said.

PCB, SLC in discussion for ODI series

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in discussion with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for a possible One-day International series ahead of the World Cup.