Trains to operate normally as strike called off

Railway services will operate as normal today (10) after railway controllers called off the trade union action that was scheduled to commence at midnight yesterday (09).

Carry out investigations, but don’t turn them political – Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organizer and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said that investigations into matters relating to national security and the Easter attacks must be conducted properly, but should not be politicized for political advantage.

EU plans to ban Russian soldiers from bloc in fresh sanctions on Moscow

The EU hopes to ban Russian soldiers from entering its territory as part of further sanctions against Moscow that also target banks, crypto firms and the Kremlin’s oil revenues.

‘Corruption led to economic collapse’ - Court

While delivering the judgment, the High Court Judge underscored the far-reaching consequences of corruption in State institutions, observing that such misconduct not only damages the country’s economy but has also contributed to its economic downfall.

Hayleys obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansa

The District Court of Kaduwela has issued an enjoining order against former MP Wimal Weerawansa on an application filed by Hayleys PLC over an alleged defamatory statement.

Train services likely to be disrupted amid planned trade union action

Railway services are expected to face major disruption tomorrow due to planned trade union action by railway controllers, the Sri Lanka Railway Controllers’ Union (SLRCU) said.

CSE rebounds as lower oil prices and strong crossings lift sentiment

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recovered from the previous session’s losses on Tuesday, with both benchmark indices closing higher as improving external factors helped restore investor confidence. The rebound was largely driven by a sharp decline in global oil prices and a modest appreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar, easing concerns over the potential economic fallout from the ongoing Middle East conflict.

14-hour water cut in Galle tomorrow

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 14-hour water cut in the Galle Municipal Council area tomorrow (10) to facilitate essential maintenance work.

Dr. Satyanjal Pandey pays farewell call on Defence Secretary

The outgoing Indian Deputy High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, paid a farewell call on Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha, at the Ministry of Defence today.

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

The World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, begins on Thursday, with Iran scheduled to play New Zealand on 15 June and Belgium on 21 June - both in Los Angeles - before facing Egypt in Seattle on 26 June.

Lord’s pitch gets sanctioned by ICC

The Lord’s and the Gaddafi stadium pitches where England took on New Zealand and Australia faced Pakistan in a Test and ODI respectively were rated as unsatisfactory by the ICC under the Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process.

Dengue surge as thousands of breeding sites found in major national inspection drive

A nationwide dengue control operation has revealed a worrying number of mosquito breeding sites, raising concerns over public health safety in key institutions including schools, government offices, and construction sites.

Principals’ starting salaries revised; Promotion relief granted

The starting salary of officers in the Sri Lanka Principals’ Service has been revised following Cabinet approval, the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education announced.

Extension of emergency approved by Parliament

The extension of the state of emergency for another month was approved by a majority of 128 votes.

Lanka Sathosa to reduce prices of 18 essential food items from tomorrow

Lanka Sathosa has announced a reduction in the prices of 18 essential food items with effect from tomorrow (10), as part of a government initiative aimed at providing relief to consumers amid rising global prices.

10-hour water cut in several Kalutara areas tomorrow

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced that water supply will be suspended for 10 hours in several areas of the Kalutara District tomorrow (10), due to an interruption in electricity supply to the Kehena Water Treatment Plant.

Permanent appointments for temporary staff recruited since 2018

The Government yesterday formally granted permanent appointments to a group of employees recruited on temporary, casual, substitute, contract and concessionary basis under the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development.

One-third of schools inspected flagged for dengue risk

Schools have emerged as one of the key areas of concern in an islandwide dengue eradication drive, with inspectors discovering mosquito breeding sites and larvae in several educational institutions.

Swiss town hosts Chaplin lookalikes

Govt steps up preparations for possible El Niño impact

The Government has begun preparing for the potential impacts of the anticipated global El Niño phenomenon, with special attention being paid to safeguarding food security, agriculture and water resources.

Sri Lanka emerging as a new base for Asia’s scam networks

The crackdown on scam compounds in Cambodia is leading some gangs to relocate to beach resorts and office buildings in Sri Lanka, in what may be the next phase of one of the world’s fastest-growing criminal industries.

Trump says US in ‘final throes’ of Iran deal, Hormuz strait to open in days

United States President Donald Trump has said that a deal between Israel and Iran is imminent, and that the two will leave each other alone for at least a week.

Red warning issued for fishermen as strong winds lash sea areas

The Department of Meteorology has issued an urgent Red Warning for the maritime and fishing community, warning that wind speeds could increase up to 70 kmph in sea areas off the coast from Kankesanthurai to Kalpitiya via Mannar.

Cabinet approves drafting of Digital Economy Bill

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to draft a Digital Economy Bill aimed at accelerating Sri Lanka’s digital transformation and promoting growth in the digital economy.

Sarana Gunawardena sentenced to 16 years of rigorous imprisonment

Former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena, who was found guilty in four corruption cases, was sentenced by Colombo High Court Judge Mohomed Mihal to four years’ imprisonment on each count.

LIVE: Sri Lanka A vs India A, 1st Match at Dambulla

Sri Lanka’s chase of 278 got off to a positive start as openers Niroshan Dickwella and Avishka Fernando walked out to the middle.

Government to introduce demerit system for traffic offenses in September: Bimal

The government is planning to introduce a demerit system for traffic offenses in September as a pilot project across the country, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake said today.

Government railway season tickets go digital from July

The issuance of concessionary railway season tickets for government officials will be fully digitized from July, allowing eligible public sector employees to obtain their tickets online through the Pravesha platform.

Over 200 stakeholders trained to put Sri Lanka’s Green Finance Taxonomy into practice

More than 200 representatives from Sri Lanka’s financial sector, corporate institutions and public agencies have been trained on the practical implementation of the country’s Green Finance Taxonomy under a European Union-backed initiative aimed at accelerating sustainable investments.

Three die after restaurant fire near Thalawathugoda Junction

All three victims who were injured following a fire at a restaurant near Thalawathugoda Junction have succumbed to their injuries, Police said.