Hydropower capacity reduced to 20 per cent due to dry spell: Official

Due to the prevailing dry weather conditions in Sri Lanka electricity generated by using hydropower has reduced due to high levels of heat, an official from the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said.

Let us decide on LG polls date independently: EC to political parties

The date for the declaration of the Local Government (LG) elections, followed by the call for nominations, will be announced only after the budget debate is concluded, the Election Commission (EC) stated.

People begin to age in their 30s: Lifestyle Medicine Physician

Contrary to popular people’s belief that they start ageing later in life, Dr. Aruni Malwatta, a Lifestyle Medicine Physician, broke the misconception that the period of people beginning to age is as early as their 30s.

Bar Association urges IGP to launch inquiry

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) yesterday announced that extrajudicial killings could never be a solution to addressing the rise in criminal activity and that crime could be best curbed when the State adhered to the rule of law.

Mother, brother of female suspect arrested over Ganemulla Sanjeewa murder

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as Ganemulla Sanjeewa.

Indirect taxes continue to rip off people

Heavy reliance on indirect taxes is continuing to push up the cost of living, despite repeated efforts by successive governments to ease the financial strain by increasing the percentage of direct taxes instead.

Probe launched after suspicious death of Chinese national in Colombo

The Slave Island Police have launched an investigation after a Chinese national died suspiciously in a hotel at Slave Island.

UNP, SJB alliance sans Sajith?

It is likely that a large number of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MPs will form an alliance with the United National Party (UNP) leaving out SJB leader Sajith Premadasa, former MP Rajitha Senaratne said today.

How mighty SSC have fallen like Rajapaksas

Sinhalese Sports Club’s (SSC) staggering relegation from the top division could only be compared to the incredible fall of Rajapaksas in recent times. Like Rajapaksas who dominated politics for decades, SSC were the top dog of Sri Lanka’s first class cricket for such a long period until last week when it was confirmed they were relegated to Division 2.

Govt. to provide packs of essential food items to low-income earners

The government is focusing on providing packs of essential food items to low-income earners in preparation for the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Harini appointed as chief of Committee on High Posts

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed the chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on High Posts, Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne announced today.

Will provide security to MPs if required after threat assessment: Minister

Necessary action will be taken to provide security to Members of Parliament, if required after receiving the threat assessment reports, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said.

Chandana Sooriyabandara appointed Media Advisor to President

Senior journalist Chandana Sooriyabandara has been officially appointed as the Media Advisor to the President.

New DG appointed to President’s Media Division

Prasanna Perera has been appointed as the Director General of the President’s Media Division (PMD).

73-year-old Indian national nabbed with Kush at BIA

A 73-year-old Indian national who attempted to smuggle 1.908 kilos of Kush Cannabis was arrested at the Katunayake Airport this afternoon, Police said.

Why are MPs scared when underworld gangs clash? asks government MP

NPP MP Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi questioned why Members of Parliament must be scared when there are clashes among underworld gangs.

Pope is alive, don’t be deceived by fake reports: Catholic Church of Sri Lanka

The reports circulating on social media that Pope Francis has passed away is fake, National Director Communications of the Catholic Church Fr. Jude Krishantha said today.

USAID has not officially informed of aid cuts to Sri Lanka: Deputy Minister

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has not officially informed the govenment on any aid cut to date, Deputy Minister of Finance Harshana Sooriyaperuma told Parliament today.

Police release new photos of female murder suspect still at large

Police today released the new photographs of the female suspect, Pinpura Dewage Ishara Sewwandi, who is wanted in connection with the murder of ’Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ at the Hulftsdorp Court Complex, seeking public assistance to arrest her.

Pope responding to treatment but not yet out of danger: Doctors

Pope Francis is not “in danger of death”, but he’s also not fully “out of danger”, members of his medical team have said.

Police seek help to find missing girl

The police are seeking public assistance to locate a 16-year-old girl from Alwatta who has been missing since December 6 last year.

President must use helicopters when travelling across country: Ravi K

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake should use helicopters when travelling across the country, MP Ravi Karunanayake told Parliament today.

Several officials attached to Judiciary to be questioned over Hulftsdorp shooting: Nalinda

Several officials attached to the Judiciary will be questioned over the killing of Ganemulla Sanjeewa inside courts, Chief Government Whip Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament today.

New bat coronavirus discovered in China sparks pandemic concerns

The discovery of a new bat coronavirus in China has sparked concerns about another pandemic.

Zelensky says ready to quit if it brings peace, pushes back on US demand for Ukrainian minerals

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was “ready” to resign as leader if it meant it would bring to his country, suggesting he could swap it for NATO membership - while also pushing back against US demands for Ukraine’s critical minerals and other natural resources as part of negotiations to end the war.

SC sets hearing for FR petitions against Deshabandu

Nine Fundamental Rights petitions filed challenging the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) were today fixed for argument by the Supreme Court.

Police shoot at car, couple arrested with cannabis

Police opened fire on a speeding car in the Hokandara area last night, leading to the arrest of a couple involved in smuggling of cannabis.

Pope still in critical condition with signs of ‘mild’ kidney failure, Vatican says

Pope Francis remains in critical condition, according to the Vatican, with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure “which is currently under control,” the Vatican said Sunday, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia in both his lungs.

Arrest orders issued for deserters of security forces

Defence Secretary Sampath Thuyacontha has issued an order for the immediate arrest of deserters from the country’s security forces.

BIA Gold Route generates Rs. 94.9 million in 2024

The Gold Route service at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has reported revenue of LKR 94.9 million in 2024, reflecting a 37% year-on-year growth, driven by an increase in affluent travel.