Vijitha Herath appointed Cabinet Minister for Foreign Affairs, Tourism

Vijitha Herath was sworn in as the Cabinet Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tourism and Foreign Employment.

Harini Amarasuriya sworn in as Prime Minister, Education Minister

Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Security tightened at Presidential Secretariat for swearing-in of new Cabinet

Security has been tightened at the Presidential Secretariat in preparation for the swearing-in ceremony of the new Cabinet of Ministers.

Kusal Mendis defies injury as Sri Lanka beat New Zealand to clinch ODI series

Kusal Mendis hit a gritty 74 not out as Sri Lanka posted a thrilling three-wicket win against New Zealand to clinch the three-match one-day international series on Sunday.

More than 160 freshers in new Parliament

The new Parliament will see 160 fresh MPs who have been elected for the very first time as people have given the green light to only around 37 members who represented House from 2020 to return.

Twenty four member cabinet to be sworn in today

The board of Cabinet ministers and their deputies of the new government is slated to be representative of women MPs and all three main ethnicities, a source said.

Technical issues ground three SriLankan Airlines planes, disrupting flights

Three SriLankan Airlines planes that arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) were found to have technical issues.

Police arrest four suspects from Mattakkuliya after TikTok threat involving ’Awa’ gang

Four suspects, including two members of the notorious Jaffna-based ’Awa’ gang were arrested in the Mattakkuliya area in connection with threatening and assault incidents.

Revised time announced for Government’s Policy Statement

President Anura Dissanayaka will present the Government Policy Statement at the inaugural session of the 10th Parliament on November 21 at 11.30 am, the Communications Department of Parliament said.

Newly elected MPs asked to register via Parliament website

All Members of Parliament have been requested by Secretary-General of Parliament Kushani Rohanadeera to complete the necessary information by accessing the information link available on the homepage of the Parliament website (www.parliament.lk).

NPP nominates National List MPs

The National People’s Power (NPP) has nominated the list of names to fill the 18 National List seats secured by the NPP in the general election 2024.

Sarvajana Balaya nominates Dilith Jayaweera as national list MP

The Sarvajana Balaya (SB) has decided to nominate its leader, Dilith Jayaweera, as its representative for the National List seat in Parliament, according to the party’s General Secretary.

SJB will survive tremors: Imtiyaz

While highlighting that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) may face tremors like the United National Party (UNP) did after its defeat in 1970, SJB Chairman Imthiaz Bakeer Markar said today that his party will withstand any adverse situation.

Election Observation Mission holds media briefing

The Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) held a media briefing on the International Election Observation Mission for the 2024 Sri Lanka Parliamentary Elections. During this briefing, ANFREL presented its interim report and overview of their observation findings. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Composition of 10th Parliament

10th Parliament of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka will Convene for the first time on November 21.

IMF team to review Sri Lanka’s EFF programme

A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is to visit Sri Lanka from November 17 to 23 to conduct the third review under the country’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme.

Cabinet Ministers of new Govt. to be sworn in tomorrow

Cabinet Ministers of the new government to be sworn in by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at 10 am tomorrow, November 18, at the Presidential Secretariat, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Iran to enhance cooperation with Sri Lanka under new govt.

Iranian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Alireza Delkhosh, has expressed hope for strengthened political, economic, and cultural ties between Iran and Sri Lanka under the country’s newly elected government and parliament.

Sufficient SLTB, private buses assigned to transport people to workplaces

A fleet of Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) and private buses have been arranged from today to bring those who had gone out of Colombo to cast their votes.

Eight dead after stabbing at school in eastern China

Eight people have died and 17 others have been injured following a stabbing incident outside a school in eastern China.

SJB to decide on its National list nominees after Working Committee meeting

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has said that it will hold a Working Committee meeting to decide on its nominees for the National List, according to a party spokesman.

Twenty one women elected to Parliament

Nineteen candidates from the National People’s Power (NPP) and two from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) have been elected to Parliament this time.

Train services arranged for people to return to Colombo after long weekend

Special train services will be operated on Monday (17) and Tuesday (18) to facilitate return travel to Colombo following the long weekend and the Parliamentary elections, the Railways Department announced.

Paul beats Tyson, 58, on points in drab contest

Youtuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul left a permanent stain on two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson’s boxing legacy with a tedious points win in front of 70,000 frustrated fans in Texas - and millions watching the controversial bout on streaming powerhouse Netflix.

USS destroyer arrives in Colombo

USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions.

Election Commission clarifies National List MP eligibility

The Election Commission has clarified the criteria for appointing Members of Parliament (MPs) through the National List.

Names of MPs elected at 2024 General Elections gazetted

The names of all Members of Parliament (MPs) elected through the 2024 General Elections have been officially published.

CC approves Justice Murdu Fernando as Chief Justice

The Constitutional Council has approved the recommendation to appoint Justice Murdu Fernando as Chief Justice.

Mahindananda Aluthgamage retires from active politics

Former Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage announced his retirement from active politics this morning (16).

SJB should undergo changes, appoint right people: Ajith P. Perera

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) should undergo changes to face the challenges of new politics and of the new world, it’s newly elected MP Ajith P. Perera said today.