Dudley Sirisena acquires one of 25 Phantom Centenary models

The recent acquisition of a rare Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary Edition by Sri Lankan businessman Dudley Sirisena has drawn attention not only for the vehicle’s exclusivity, but also for the long entrepreneurial journey behind it.

Mark Ruffalo calls Trump ‘the worst human being in the world’ at Golden Globes

Mark Ruffalo had strong words for Donald Trump on the red carpet of Golden Globes on Sunday night. The actor was asked about his pin, which read “Be Good,” and explained that he was wearing it to honor Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed by an ICE agent last week.

COPF questions allocation of large sum of funds for salaries of Samurdhi Authority employees

Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has called for new criteria to select eligible recipients of Aswesuma social security scheme while inquiring on over allocation of funds for the payment of salaries to the employees of the Department of Samurdhi Development which implement the scheme.

Prosecutors seek death penalty for ex-South Korean president Yoon

Prosecutors have asked for South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol to be handed a death sentence if he is found guilty over his botched attempt to impose martial law.

Another foreign company pulls out as investor confidence takes a hit

In what appeared to be a fresh blow to the country’s investor confidence, China-based Amber Adventures (Private) Limited – the country’s first cable car venture - has officially pulled out of the Ambuluwawa Cable Car Project, citing what it called ‘ regulatory obstruction and arbitrary state action’.

Some 300 vehicles stuck at harbour as Customs demand taxes triple vehicle value: Importers

Some 300 brand new vehicles have been stranded at the Hambantota Port for more than six months, with individual importers complaining that Sri Lanka Customs is demanding taxes amounting to nearly three times the original value of the vehicles to secure their release.

Poetry collection launched in Melbourne

Mihintale Thera says he is to meet Donald Trump

The Chief Incumbent of the Mihintale Rajamaha Viharaya, Walawahangunawewe Dhammarathana Thera, has criticised the government’s proposed education reforms, claiming they would cause harm to the country.

Bangladesh won’t play T20 World Cup matches in India, BCB reaffirms

“The BCB reaffirmed its position regarding the decision not to travel to India, citing security concerns,” the BCB said in a media release on Tuesday.

China’s school uniform donation brings relief to millions of Sri Lankan families

A large-scale donation of school uniform fabrics by China is set to ease the financial burden on millions of Sri Lankan families as the new school year begins, with more than 4.4 million students expected to benefit from the programme.

Former CPC chairman Dhammika Ranatunga to be indicted

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption today informed Colombo Additional Magistrate Nuwan Kaushalya that steps have been taken to file indictments within this week against former Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Dhammika Ranatunga, in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption.

New Chief Scout Commissioner of Sri Lanka Scout Association appointed

Attorney-at-Law Manoj Nanayakkara has been appointed as the new Chief Scout Commissioner of the Sri Lanka Scout Association.

Complaint lodged against Lal Kantha’s statement targeting Mihintale chief incumbent

A complaint has been lodged against Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation Minister K. D. Lal Kantha over statements allegedly targeting the chief incumbent of Mihintale Rajamaha Viharaya, Walawahangunawewe Dhammarathana Thera.

Teachers, President and PM agree to collaborate on education reforms

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, and representatives of teachers’ trade unions was held this afternoon (13) at the Presidential Secretariat to discuss the Government’s new education reform initiatives.

Uniform relief from China

Wimal has to continue his Satyagraha: Nalinda

Former MP Wimal Weerawansa has to continue his ’Satyagraha’ as the government will not remove Harini Amarasuriya as the Prime Minister or the Minister of Education, Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Trump says nations doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade

President Donald Trump said on Monday any country that does business with Iran will face a tariff rate of 25% on any trade with the U.S., as Washington weighs a response to the situation in Iran which is seeing its biggest anti-government protests in years.

SLBFE provides over Rs. 1 billion in welfare benefits to migrant worker families in 2025

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has provided welfare benefits exceeding Rs. 1 billion in 2025 to overseas Sri Lankan workers and their families, strengthening social protection measures for migrant workers.

Wimal Weerawansa calls off ’satyagraha’

Former MP and National Freedom Front (NFF) leader Wimal Weerawansa has decided to call off his continuous ’satyagraha’ campaign held in front of the Ministry of Education.

’Miracle baby’ born in a tree above Mozambique floodwaters dies aged 25

She was seen as a ’’miracle baby’’ after being born in a tree which her mother had climbed to escape flooding, but nearly 26 years on Mozambican Rosita Salvador Mabuiango has died after a long illness, her sister told the BBC.

Minimum prices of Samba, Keeri Samba paddy increased

In a move aimed at encouraging farmers to cultivate these varieties in upcoming seasons, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved an increase in the minimum purchasing prices for Samba and Keeri Samba paddy.

LPL 2026 draft to be held on March 22

The player draft for the sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will be held on 22 March 2026.

Cabinet approves operation of currency exchange counters at BIA arrivals terminal

Currency exchange counters have been established within the customs area of the arrivals terminal at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake, to facilitate the foreign exchange requirements of arriving passengers.

Doctors launches strike across Eastern Province hospitals

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) today (13) launched a strike across all state hospitals in the Eastern Province, demanding the removal of the Medical Superintendent of the Akkaraipattu Base Hospital.

Pelawatte sugar factory sites to be developed as tourist attractions

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to develop selected areas of the Pelawatte Sugar Factory, owned by Lanka Sugar (Private) Company Limited, as tourist attraction sites.

Cabinet nod to postpone Grade 6 education reforms

The Cabinet has decided to postpone the education reforms for Grade 6 to 2027 as the English language module in question needs to be reviewed, Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Motorcyclist arrested for attacking vehicles

A video showing a motorcyclist attacking several moving vehicles using an object along the Kaduwela–Colpetty road was arrested by the Welikada Police.

Cabinet approves digital fuel card system for government vehicles

The Cabinet has approved the introduction of a digital card system for fueling vehicles belonging to government institutions, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency in fuel procurement.

Cabinet approves increase of festive advance for government officers to Rs. 15,000

The Cabinet has approved an amendment to the Establishments Code to raise the festive advance provided to government officers from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000. Circular instructions on the revised provisions will be issued shortly.

Colombo Nawam Maha Perahera takes flight with SriLankan Airlines