India beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets, clinch series

India defeated Sri Lanka by 4 wickets in the second ODI at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday. With the win, India also gained an unassailable lead of 2-0 in the three-match series between the sides.

Tamil Nadu Assembly adopts resolution to revive Sethusamudram project

Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday unanimously adopted a resolution nudging the Union Government to revive the Sethusamudram Shipping Canal project that envisages connecting the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait to create a continuous navigable channel around the India peninsula without having to circumnavigate Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka given six more months to repay Bangladesh’s $200 million loan

Bangladesh Bank today granted Sri Lanka six more months to repay the $200 million loan after the Island nation requested to extend the repayment period due to its prolonged economic crisis.

SLBFE staff surround GM’s office demanding bonus

The staff members of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) today surrounded the office of the General Manager for not paying their annual bonus, as the company over-profited during the past year.

Adarsha Karandana granted bail for alleged sextortion charges

Adarsha Karandana arrested for allegedly blackmailing former Parliamentarian Prof. Ashu Marasinghe after threatening to post sexually-explicit videos on websites was ordered to be released on bail by Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Easter Sunday attack: SF calls for imprisonment of former President

Former President Maithripala Sirisena must accept total fault for the Easter Sunday Attacks, MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka said.

SL envoy in Beijing asks for steps to attract Chinese tourists

Sri Lankan Ambassador in Beijing Dr. Palitha Kohona asked the authorities concerned to step up measures to attract Chinese tourists for the infusion of foreign exchange since China relaxed travel restrictions.

Probe begins over murder of two youth in Rambukkana

The Rambukkana Police Crimes Unit launched an investigation into the murder of two youth in the Rambukkana area.

Kelanitissa might be disabled tomorrow due to lack of naphtha: CEB

Due to the lack of ’’Naphtha’’ to operate the Kelanitissa Power Station (KPS), it might be disabled from tomorrow morning (13), Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) Chairman Nalinda Ilangakoon said.

Funds for LG polls can be released only in installments: Treasury informs EC

Treasury officials have informed the Commission of Elections that it can only release funds for the local government election in installments, an official from the Finance Ministry on conditions of anonymity said today.

Judgement delivered...

A group of Catholic priests leaving the Supreme Court complex following the landmark judgment in connection with the Easter Sunday Attacks. Pix Samanatha Perera

Power supply to Rupavahini disconnected for defaulting bill

The power supply to Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC) has been disconnected for defaulting the electricity bill for the month of November, a CEB official said.

No eggs can be imported from India or Pakistan due to bird flu

According to the existing legal provisions in Sri Lanka, eggs cannot be imported from India or Pakistan as outbreaks of bird flu have been reported from both countries recently, Animal Production and Health Department Director General Dr. Hemali Kothalawala said.

664 STF personnel promoted

It was announced that 664 Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel have been promoted to their next rank.

Australia withdraw from ODI series against Afghanistan in March

Australia’s men’s team has withdrawn from their one-day international (ODI) series against Afghanistan in March following further restrictions on women’s and girls’ rights imposed by the Taliban, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday.

40% of Samurdhi recipients are not eligible to receive benefits

It has been revealed that nearly 40% of Samurdhi beneficiaries are not eligible to receive assistance under the scheme.

SL has taken positive result-oriented decisions in economic recovery: Semasinghe

State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said that Sri Lanka has taken difficult but positive result-oriented decisions in economic recovery.

Easter Sunday attack: Supreme Court orders Maithripala Sirisena to pay Rs.100 mn as compensation

The Supreme Court today ordered former President Maithripala Sirisena to pay a sum of Rs.100 million as damages to the victims of Easter Sunday attacks.

President discusses current debt issues with China’s Exim Bank

Chairman of the Export-Import Bank of China Wu Fulin held a video conference with President Ranil Wickremesinghe and exchanged views on bilateral cooperation and Sri Lanka’s current debt issues, Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka said.

New SL Govt. fails to reverse damaging policies of its predecessor-HRW

The change of presidents of Sri Lanka in 2022 did not lead to any improvement in the country’s human rights record, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2023.

IRD releases details on withholding tax

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has released information on withholding tax imposed by the government.

4 Lankans arrested for stealing 4.6mn INR from car

The Police recovered more than 4.6 million (₹46.50 lakh) Indian rupees (INR) from the possession of the accused, who speak Tamil. They said that the accused live in temporary shanties in Delhi and other different states and have conducted multiple thefts in the past.

Veterinary Association warns of possible entry of Bird Flu through egg import

Sri Lanka Veterinary Association , along World Poultry Science Association, urged the government to ensure precautions to prevent the possible entry of Bird Flu into the countries through the planned importation of eggs to contain soaring prices.

Sexual assault case against cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka adjourned for evidence to be collated

A Sydney magistrate has adjourned the rape case of Sri Lankan cricketer, Danushka Gunathilaka, so a police brief of evidence can be finalised.

CBSL urges China and India to reduce its debts

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has urged China and India to agree a write-down of their loans as soon as possible.

Airlines hope for return to normal Thursday after FAA outage snarls U.S. travel

The U.S. aviation sector was struggling to return to normal on Wednesday following a nationwide ground stop imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over a computer issue that forced a 90-minute halt to all U.S. departing flights.

Sports Minister’s T20 WC fact-finding committee report: Recommendations include strong punishment for Danushka

The five-member committee appointed to investigate a number of incidents related to Sri Lanka cricket during last year’s T20 World Cup in Australia presented their report to Minster of Sports and Youth Affairs Roshan Ranasinghe on Tuesday.

Grade 5 exam results expected this month

The Examination Department said that arrangements have been made to release the 2022 Grade 5 Scholorship Examination results within this month.

SLFP forms alliance for LG polls

An event was organized at the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) headquarters for the SLFP to join hands with several parties including the SLPP independent group for the upcoming election. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Millions at risk of flooding as fierce storm lashes California

At least 14 people have died in California as a fierce storm brings torrential downpours, high winds and flooding to the state.