Story behind President’s move to remove four governors

Political affairs in Sri Lanka has further intensified as President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reported to have requested Governors of the North-Western, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces to resign from their office. They are Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda, Anuradha Yahampath, Tikiri Kobbekaduwa and A. J. M. Muzammil respectively.

Sri Lanka becomes failed state in prevention of Thalassemia: Paediatrician

Sri Lanka has become a failed state in terms of prevention of Thalassemia, and it is revealed that three percent of Thalassemia patients are carriers of the disease, a consultant pediatrician at the Paediatrics Department of the Kelaniya University, Professor Sachith Mettananda, said.

24-hour railway token strike called off

The 24-hour token strike initiated by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) was called off last night, the union said.

Sri Lanka doesn’t want to get caught between escalating US-China tensions: President

As the rivalry between the United States and China is becoming more intense and countries are being compelled to take sides, Sri Lanka has decided it would not get tangled in the tensions, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

I have the power to control spread of dengue within a week: Mervyn Silva

If the government gives me a chance, I will control the spread of dengue within a week without allowing it to become adverse, former Minister Mervyn Silva said.

Pathirana takes three as Chennai beat Delhi

Matheesha Pathirana took 3 for 37 to help Chennai Super Kings to a 27-run win over the Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.

Political interference: ICC visits Sri Lanka

Mr. Imran Khwaja, the Deputy Chairman of the International Cricket Council, who is a member of the 3-member committee appointed by the International Cricket Council to look into the political interference in administering the game of cricket in Sri Lanka, arrived in the country early this morning.

Action needed to strengthen education system in Sri Lanka: Minister

Actions are needed to strengthen the education system in Sri Lanka and the conceptual changes that need to be made, in order to reach global educational goals, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said.

Strike leaves more than 40 trains cancelled; no tickets issued

More than 40 trains have been cancelled this evening due to the 24-hour token strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU), the Railway Department said.

England cricketer Sam Billings reveals his battle with skin cancer

England cricketer Sam Billings has revealed he underwent two operations to remove a malignant melanoma on his chest as he warned his fellow players about the risks of skin cancer.

I am used to bathing in the Beira Lake: Mahinda Kahandagama

Former Colombo Municipal Councillor Mahinda Kahandagama, who was among those who was beaten by protestors on May 9 last year said he was performing an act when he was being beaten up in the pursuit of survival and gaining sympathy.

Converting 4-stroke petrol three-wheelers to e-Tuk Tuks to be launched tomorrow

The Transport Ministry is to launch a programme tomorrow to convert four-stroke petrol three-wheelers to electric (e-Tuk Tuk), the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) said.

Attack on Katana apparel factory owner due to company’s internal issue: Indika Anuruddha

The attack on the apparel factory owner in Katana is a result of an internal issue within the company, State Minister Indika Anuruddha said today.

Suspect first saw 16-year-old victim on Tik Tok

The 29-year-old main suspect who had brought the 16-year old school girl to a hotel in Kalutara and whose naked body was later found near the railway line, has been detained for further questioning following his arrest in Hikkaduwa early last morning.

Attack on Al Obaidani factory owner - Operations to continue on alternative site: BOI

Referring to the incident where the owner of Al Obaidani apparel factory at Katana was allegedly assaulted by an unidentified group, the Board of Investment (BOI) said necessary arrangements are being made to provide an alternative site for the company to continue its operations uninterruptedly.

Work together to eliminate egg shortage in country: Ministry

All stakeholders in the poultry industry should work together to eliminate the shortage of eggs, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said in a meeting held yesterday at the Ministry Office.

Sri Lanka Emerging XI beat Japan in first T20

Sri Lanka’s Emerging XI beat Japan by five wickets in the first T20 played in Sano, Japan today.

Automatic World Cup 2023 spots finalised after Ireland-Bangladesh washout

The first ODI between Ireland and Bangladesh in Chelmsford was abandoned after persistent rain, ending Ireland’s hopes for automatic qualification to the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.

FM Document Authentication restricted due to system failure

The authentication of documents by the Consular Affairs Division of the Foreign Ministry in Colombo and the regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, and Kandy will be limited until further notice, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said.

Seattle Orcas signs Dasun Shanaka for Major League Cricket in USA

The Seattle Orcas have signed Sri Lanka’s ODI and T20 skipper Dasun Shanaka for this year’s inaugural edition of Major League Cricket in the United States of America.

Main suspect in Kalutara incident is an Aragalaya leader: Rohitha

The person who took the 16-year-old girl to a hotel is the Kalutara district leader of the Aragalaya, MP Rohitha Abeygunasekera said yesterday.

Jury finds Trump sexually abused writer in NY department store

A jury in a civil case has found former President Donald Trump sexually abused a magazine columnist in a New York department store in the 1990s.

Parliament adjourned for ten minutes over X-Press Pearl disaster

Parliament was adjourned for ten minutes after Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe raised a point of order claiming that the debate on the X-Press Pearl disaster is Sub Judice as a court case is pending on the matter.

Kalutara suspect confesses: Girl jumped from window after phone call

The 29-year-old main suspect who had brought the 16-year old school girl to a hotel in Kalutara and whose naked body was later found near the railway line, confessed to police yesterday that the girl had climbed on a chair and jumped down from the window after she received a call from someone.

Trains delayed due to strike, no tickets issued

Several train services operating according to the usual timetable may be delayed or cancelled due to the 24-hour token strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU).

Proposed Public Financial Management Act set to come into effect with 2025 budget

In a bid to bring in much needed fiscal discipline, the Government will introduce a new Public Financial Management Act (FMA) equipped with binding fiscal rules, which is set to come into effect with the budget 2025.

Cyclonic storm can turn severe in next few days: Met Dept.

The depression over the south-east Bay of Bengal is likely to move north-westward and intensify into a cyclonic storm over the south-east Bay of Bengal and then into a severe storm over the south-east and adjoining central Bay of Bengal in the next few days, the Meteorology Department said.

People advised not to take anti-inflammatory painkillers for dengue

With Dengue cases soaring due to heavy rainfall, health authorities advise people not to take anti-inflammatory painkillers like ibuprofen or aspirin for dengue fever as they can cause bleeding problems if you have dengue.

New laws to be introduced for development of technology innovations and research in Sri Lanka

Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath revealed plans to introduce a new act shortly while speaking to the media after joining an observation tour of Vega Innovation Company, located in Maradana Trace Complex.

Sri Lanka to reapply for GSP + for next period

Sri Lanka will reply for the GSP (Generalized Scheme of Preferences) + trade facility for the European Union market under the revised criterion for the period between 2024 and 2034, a Minister said yesterday.