Match-fixing allegations Indian cricket manager jailed for 4 years

An Indian cricket manager found guilty of match-fixing allegations related to the Legend Cricket League 2024 was yesterday sentenced to four years of imprisonment by the Matale High Court.

Pathfinder Foundation completes Preliminary Phase of Pali Preservation and Development Initiative

The distribution of copies of the long out-of-print Pali grammar known as the Namamala to the principal Buddhist chapters, parshawayas, and senior prelates of the principal holy sites was recently completed. This invaluable book

CID Director Shani Abeysekara withdraws 2022 writ petition seeking security as it is guaranteed now

A writ petition filed by former CID Director Shani Abeysekara in 2022, seeking an order directing the authorities to provide him with adequate security, was withdrawn yesterday before the Court of Appeal, as the authorities had already provided the necessary security.

Racketeers raising funds for Sri  Dalada exposition

Malwatta and Asgiriya Maha Vihares requested the public not to fall prey to racketeers collecting money with the promise of providing facilities to devotees visiting Kandy to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic during its upcoming exposition.

Pradeepa Pranama 2025 Honouring Excellence and Service to the Nation

The University of Sri Jayewardenepura has announced that the prestigious “Pradeepa Pranama – 2025” awards ceremony will be held on March 27, 2025, at Waters Edge, Battaramulla. This landmark event will take place under

Organized syndicate behind Rs.120Mn worth smuggled cashew, coffee and cosmetics - Customs

An organized crime syndicate is suspected to be behind a massive stock of cashew, coffee, confectionery and cosmetics worth over Rs.120 million, smuggled into the country from Dubai and was seized by Sri Lanka Customs.

It is ironic that NPP compelled to break ground for Sampur solar project with Indian PM: Opposition MP

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Mujibur Rahman said that it is ironic that the government, led by the NPP (National People’s Power), had been compelled to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the ground-mounted solar power project in Sampur in the Eastern Province along with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi since it was opposed to the project tooth and nail when in the opposition.

Diabetic eradication programme at CEBH a success says Hospital Director

The diabetic eradication programme implemented at the Colombo East Base Hospital (CEBH) Mulleriyawa for the first time in parallel with Kidney Saving Day has become a success, says the director of the hospital.

Sri Lanka’s first cable car project to launch by year-end

Cable car projects that operate more than a kilometre between two mountains without any support are rare in the world. The Sri Lankan people will have the chance to experience this rare opportunity before the end of this year.

Former President Ranil receives blessings from Buddhist Clergy on 76th birthday

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe who celebrated his 76th birthday received blessings from the Buddhist clergy.

Eminent Buddhist monk laments erosion of rapport among people, politicians and temples today

The long-standing tradition of rapport between people and politicians is fast disappearing today, and people find no one to turn to in case of a dire need, an eminent Buddhist monk said yesterday.

Gammanpila acquitted in Rs.21Mn fraud case involving an Australian national

The Colombo High Court yesterday ordered the acquittal and release of Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) leader Udaya Gammanpila, and another accused in connection with a case involving the alleged criminal breach of trust with regard to Rs. 21 million through a fraudulent share transaction.

SJB MP Kavinda Jayawardana appears at RW’s birthday event at Buddhist temple

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Kavinda Jayawardana made a surprise appearance during a religious ceremony held at Weheragoda Temple Sedawatta to celebrate the 76th birthday of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday.

Cooperate with India to achieve trillion dollar growth target for Asia: Ranil

Sri Lanka should cooperate with India to achieve a trillion dollar economic growth for Asia by 2055, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday.

Police officer in Anuradhapura stung by venomous snake dead

Assistant OIC Anuradhapura Udamaluwa Police, Sarath Dharmasiri (59) who was stung by a venomous snake died yesterday at Anuradhapura Hospital after four days of treatment in the Intensive Care Unit.

83rd birth anniversary of the late Gamini Dissanayake commemorated

The 83rd birth anniversary of late Minister of Land, Land Development and Mahaweli Development Gamini Dissanayake was commemorated yesterday in front of the Gamini Dissanayake statue on the banks of the Mahaweli reservoir in Kotmale.

Unprecedented hesitancy in contesting witnessed

Despite there having been a huge scramble among members of various political parties for the candidacies for the Local Government elections in the past, an unprecedented reluctance in contesting has been witnessed this time, according to political party sources.

Medicinal drugs and injections among contraband seized at Kalpitiya sea

Medicinal drugs and injections were among a consignment of contraband goods that were seized when they were smuggled from India by sea by Kalpitiya Police in the early house of yesterday morning.

Young passenger with forged Polish PR card nabbed by Immigration

A 25-year-old youth, who tried to leave the country with a forged permanent residence card for Poland was arrested by the Department of Immigration and Emigration (DIE) officials at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) during the weekend.

World TB Day programmes in Colombo tomorrow

A series of programmes including a walk to mark World TB Day 2025 (Tuberculosis) will be held tomorrow, March 25 organized by the National Programme for Tuberculosis Control and Chest Diseases (NPTCCD) in Colombo.

Student assaulted - trouser cut with scissors by principal

The principal of a school in Hanguranketha area is alleged to have assaulted a student appearing for the GCE ( O/L) Examination and cut his long pair of trousers with scissors in the examination hall accusing him of wearing trousers too large.

World Vision launches CAD 5mn project to address climate change impacts in the Dry Zone

World Vision Lanka and World Vision Canada recently launched a CAD 5 million project funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada (GAC) to address the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture communities in the dry zone of Sri Lankaand to build their resilience.

JITRCS and HelpAge Sri Lanka unite for life-changing initiative

Just In Time Resourcing & Consultancy Services (JITRCS) recently partnered with HelpAge Sri Lanka’s ‘Gift of Sight’ initiative to fund cataract surgeries for underprivileged elderly individuals.

CEAT supports children of rubber farming community in Hatharaliyadda

A community-specific social responsibility initiative of CEAT Kelani Holdings recently benefitted students of the Palana Maha Vidyalaya, Hatharaliyadda, who received school bags, school shoes and exercise books from Sri Lanka’s leading tyre manufacturer.

Denta campaign empowers smiles across Sri Lanka

Denta recently announced the success of their “Wadena Sinahawata Dental Sathkaraya” campaign.

NDB Bank marks Women’s Day with medical camp

NDB Bank marked International Women’s Day by hosting the Araliya Medical Camp.

Blue Orbit and Cosmic by Citrus offer unique dining, event experience

Blue Orbit by Citrus and Cosmic by Citrus, two dining and event destinations, are redefining luxury experiences at Colombo Lotus Tower.

CR&FC to Introduce Sri Lanka’s First Fully Intuitive Club App for its Distinguished Members

The Colombo Rugby & Football Club (CR&FC) is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its innovative and fully intuitive mobile app, a first-of-its-kind initiative among clubs in Sri Lanka. Designed with the utmost convenience of

Fresh probe on Bond scam to be conducted: Minister

Perpetual Treasuries owned by Arjuna Aloysius had paid cheques worth Rs. 1.08 billion to 108 persons, Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe told Parliament yesterday.

Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament

The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed without amendments in Parliament yesterday (20). The debate on the Second Reading of this Bill was held yesterday and subsequently, following the consideration of the Bill at the Committee Stage, the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament.