STEAM Education to be launched on Friday: Minister

The initial program to launch STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education for the local education sector will be introduced, and the official program will be launched on Friday (March 31), in the Western Province at the Town Hall, Colombo, the Education Ministry said.

No enrollment of students in intermediate classes

The Education Ministry has decided not to issue letters pertaining to enrolling students in intermediate classes, the Minister of Education said.

1990 ambulance service critical; appeals people’s support to save it

The 1990 ambulance service has floated a project to raise funds to survive amidst the economic crisis claiming that the Treasury is unable to fully fund its operations which may lead to the service being unsustainable in 2023.

Magisterial proceedings against Deshbandu further suspended

The Court of Appeal today further extended its interim order staying the proceedings against Senior DIG Tennakoon in the Fort Magistrate’s Court, until May 19.

Mysterious viral flu fast spreading among children: Paediatrician

A mystery virus suspected to be the Adenovirus, which is highly contagious, especially among children is rapidly spreading these days, Consultant Paediatrician of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children Dr. Deepal Perera said.

7 companies submit EOIs for refinery in Hambantota

Seven companies have submitted Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the proposed new refinery in Hambantota by the deadline yesterday, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

Contempt of court charges against Sanath Nishantha fixed for inquiry

Three contempt of court cases filed against State Minister Sanath Nishantha in connection with the alleged contemptuous statement were today fixed for inquiry by the Court of Appeal.

Amnesty International calls for transparency in IMF deal

Senior Director for Regional Human Rights Impact at Amnesty International Deprose Muchena called for transparency in implementing Sri Lanka’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Fmr. MP Sri Ranga remanded till May 12

Former MP J. Sri Ranga who was arrested for allegedly influencing the witnesses over an accident in Vavuniya in 2011 was remanded till May 12 by Judge, M.M. Mohamed Nihar today.

China spent $240 billion bailing out ’Belt & Road’ countries: Report

China has handed out $240 billion worth of bailout loans to 22 developing countries at risk of default over the past two decades, with the trend accelerating in recent years, a report said Tuesday.

Rain again frustrates SL to dampen Cricket World Cup qualification dream

Sri Lanka picked up five crucial Super League points when their ODI against New Zealand was abandoned but their hopes of direct qualification to the Cricket World Cup 2023 remain hanging by a thread.

Sanath Nandasiri passes away

Sri Lankan singer, musician, music director, composer, and playback singer Sanath Nandasiri passed away this morning

Queues caused due to filling stations not placing orders fearing price cut

Due to the Government’s assurance of reducing fuel prices by April 1, there is a delay for new orders by filling stations, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) affiliated Samagi United Trade Union Force (SUTUF) convener and spokesman Ananda Palitha said.

Fuel prices should be reduced by Rs.120 for the benefit of the Public - Ananda Palitha

With the appreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar, the Government could reduce the prices of all fuel varieties by a minimum of Rs. 120, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) affiliated Samagi United Trade Union Force (SUTUF) convener and spokesman Ananda Palitha said.

Cabinet nod for key global fuel suppliers to enter retail market

The Cabinet granted approval for three leading global fuel suppliers – China’s Sinopec, Australia’s United Petroleum and RM Parks of the United States of America – to enter the fuel retail market in Sri Lanka in collocation with Shell Company, according to a Twitter message by Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera.

Six killed by 28-year-old shooter in US city of Nashville

Six people have been killed in a school shooting in the US city of Nashville, Tennessee. Three of the victims were pupils aged nine or under at Covenant School, a privately run Christian school.

SL going to be a nation with lowest inflation rate: Ruwan

Prices of essential goods will drop considerably by the end of the year enabling Sri Lanka to be among the countries with the lowest inflation rate, UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene said.

Questions over office bearers of vote-entitled associations receiving salaries from SLC

Questions have been raised over a number of individuals employed by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) at District and Provincial level, who simultaneously hold positions of officer-bearers at Provincial Cricket Associations, District Cricket Associations and Clubs which have voting rights at SLC elections.

Sri Lanka eyes US $ 1.3bn from multilateral funding agencies this year

Sri Lanka is expecting to obtain around US $ 1.36 billion funds from major multilateral agencies, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB), this year.

Another IMF programme already on the cards upon completion of ongoing one

Sri Lanka is likely to go for another International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme after the end of the current four-year programme, to continue with the structural and institutional reforms.

Improper energy management main issue in our country: Susil

Not having proper management and conservation of energy is one of the main problems in Sri Lanka today, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said.

SLC dismiss reports of potential IPL ban on national cricketers

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) refuted media reports suggesting its cricketers could potentially be banned from future Indian Premier League (IPL) player auctions as a consequence of not being made available for the opening matches of this year’s IPL.

Lankadeepa wins most popular newspaper award for 17th consecutive year

Our sister papers Daily Lankadeepa and the Sunday Lankadeepa won the most popular newspaper award for the 17th consecutive year at ‘SLIM- KANTAR Peoples Award 2023’ being held at Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte this evening.

Two CMC workers die after falling into gully in Kotahena

Two employees from the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) died after falling into a gully when they were trying to connect a newly constructed sewerage line at Kotahena.

UDA to carry out feasibility study to relocate President’s House

The Urban Development Authority (UDA) is to conduct a feasibility study with a view of revisiting the project undertaken by former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga to relocate the President’s House to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, an official said.

Do not buy cakes baked using imported Indian eggs: Canteen Owners

All Island Canteen Owners’ Association (AICOA) today advised people not to buy cakes during the new year season which are baked using eggs imported from India.

Price of milk tea will come down by Rs.10 from tonight

The price of a cup of milk tea will be reduced by Rs. 10 from tonight with the price reduction of the milk powder, the All Island Canteen Owners’ Association (AICOA) said today.

19-year-old girl’s organs donated, saves 6 lives

The organs of a 19-year-old schoolgirl who was declared brain dead, Vihangana Nuwanmini Ariyasinghe of Ambanpola in Nikaweratiya, were successfully transplanted to save the lives of six critically ill patients.

No intention of building any other shrine or religious monument at Kachchativu Island: Navy

The Sri Lanka Navy said today that there is no other religious shrine on Kachchativu Island other than St. Anthony’s Church and they emphasized that the Navy had no intention of building any other shrine or religious monument on the Kachchativu Island.

AG files revision application against releasing Wasantha Mudalige

The Attorney General has filed a revision application before the Colombo High Court calling to set aside the order issued by Colombo Chief Magistrate releasing the Convener of the Inter University Students Federation (IUSF) Wasantha Mudalige from all charges filed against him.