The Sri Lankan government is set to unveil a new standard operating procedure (SOP) for visits by foreign ships or aircraft, including military assets, as part of efforts to address India s concerns over port calls by Chinese vessels, people familiar with the matter said. MORE..
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Sri Lanka to unveil new SOP for visits by foreign ships, aircraft - report
The Sri Lankan government is set to unveil a new standard operating procedure (SOP) for visits by foreign ships or aircraft, including military assets, as part of efforts to address India s concerns over port calls by Chinese vessels, people familiar with the matter said. MORE..
Civil Defence Dept. officer arrested over shooting of Perahera elephant
A Civil Defence Department officer attached to the Mapakada Wewa Wildlife Regional Office has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a female elephant that had participated in the annual Randoli Perahera of Mahiyanganaya Rajamaha Viharaya. MORE..
Showers or thundershowers possible in four provinces today
The prevailing showery condition in the southwestern part of the Island is expected to continue further, the Meteorology Department said in its weather forecast today (Sept. 30). MORE..
Friday, September 29, 2023
74-year-old killed in Minuwangoda
A 74-year-old male was reportedly killed in the Aluthepola area in Minuwangoda on Thursday morning (28 Sep.), police reported. MORE..
At least 50 killed, dozens injured in blast in southwest Pakistan
At least 50 people have been killed and more than 50 injured in an explosion in Pakistan, police tell the BBC. MORE..
Mullaitivu District Judge resigns citing threats and stress
Mullaitivu District Judge and Magistrate T. Saravanarajah has submitted his resignation from all judicial positions. MORE..
Dehiwala zoo offers free admission for kids on World Children s Day
Children aged below 12 will be able to visit the National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala (Dehiwala Zoo) free of charge on 01 October 2023, in view of World Children s Day. MORE..
Wanted suspect arrested with Ice worth nearly Rs. 1.2mn
The police have arrested a suspect who was in possession of crystal methamphetamine (Ice ) worth nearly Rs. 1.2 million. MORE..
Amber flood warning issued to low-lying areas of 3 rivers extended
The Department of Irrigation has extended the Amber flood warnings issued for the low-lying areas of Nilwala River, Kuda Ganga and Gin Ganga for another 24 hours until 8.30 a.m. on Saturday (Sept. 30). MORE..
Thursday, September 28, 2023
One dead, another critical after lorry collides with train in Meetiyagoda
One person was reported dead, while another individual was critically injured after a small lorry collided with a train at the Godagama railway crossing in Kahawa, Meetiyagoda this morning (28). MORE..
Person arrested with over 1kg of Ice in Dehiwala
Police have arrested a suspect along with 1 kilogram and 10 grams of Ice (Crystal methamphetamine) drugs at Pannaloka Mawatha in Dehiwala. MORE..
Defence Ministry issues notice on firearm license renewal for 2024
The Ministry of Defence has issued an announcement on renewing the firearms licenses of individuals and institutions for 2024. MORE..
Sports Minister says finances received by SLC should be looked into
Minister of Sports Roshan Ranasinghe has emphasized the importance of investigating if the funds received by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) are utilized to produce talented players. MORE..
President s Milad-un-Nabi message- Let us together overcome challenges facing our nation
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his message to mark the birth anniversary of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Milad-un-Nabi), has urged all Muslims in Sri Lanka to unite at this juncture in working towards strengthening the path, to secure a developed Sri Lanka by 2048. MORE..
Danushka Gunathilaka found not guilty of sexual assault
Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been found not guilty of sexual intercourse without consent following an accusation of “stealthing” involving a Tinder date in Sydney. MORE..
100mm rainfall possible in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and in Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, the Department of Meteorology says. MORE..
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Agreement reached to appoint over 4,700 school principals
The Supreme Court today (27) ordered the Ministry of Education to take measures to make the appointments for the Grade III positions in the principal service, in accordance with the agreement reached by the relevant stakeholders. MORE..
Sri Lanka Railways to increase ticket inspections
The Department of Railways says it has taken steps to increase inspections to detect commuters who are travelling by train without purchasing tickets. MORE..
President Ranil leaves for Germany to attend Berlin Global Dialogue
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has left the island early this morning (Sep 27) for Germany to attend the Berlin Global Dialogue which is scheduled to be held on September 28 and 29, 2023 in Berlin. MORE..
Former MP Nishantha Muthuhettigama released on bail
Former MP Nishantha Muthuhettigama, who was remanded in custody over allegations of illegally assembling a jeep, has been granted bail by the Galle Chief Magistrate, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Trains delayed on coastal line due to derailment
Train services on the Coastal Line have been delayed due to a derailment at Kollupitiya this morning (27), the Railway Department announced. MORE..
Showery conditions to enhance in South-western part of country
The Department of Meteorology says showery conditions in the South-western part of the country are expected to be enhanced up to some extent today and the next few days. MORE..
Sri Lanka s revenue shortfall concerns IMF team- Reports
The International Monetary Fund is concerned about a shortfall in revenue collection by Sri Lanka s government this year, though that is unlikely to derail a $2.9 billion loan programme for the crisis-hit country, two Sri Lankan sources told Reuters. MORE..
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
“Terrorists found safe haven in Canada”- Minister Sabry hits out at PM Trudeau
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry on Monday, reacting to the India-Canada diplomatic row, said terrorists have found safe haven in Canada and their Prime Minister Justin Trudeau came out with the outrageous allegations without any proof. MORE..
15-member Sri Lanka squad named for ICC World Cup 2023
The approved Sri Lanka squad taking part in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has been announced. MORE..
S P Global Ratings raises Sri Lanka local currency ratings to CCC+'C
S P Global Ratings on Monday (Sept. 25) raised its long- and short-term local currency sovereign credit ratings on Sri Lanka to CCC+'C from SD'SD (selective default). MORE..
Gazette issued revoking Stabilization Committee for Sri Lanka Rugby
The gazette notification issued by Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe appointing a Stabilization Committee for Sri Lanka Rugby has been revoked. MORE..
Chinese model breaks US hegemony- former Sri Lankan diplomat
The reason why the United States sees China as an ever-bigger threat is not just because of its status as the world s second-largest economy. It is primarily because China presents an alternative development model distinct from that advocated by the US and its western allies... MORE..
Monday, September 25, 2023
Ex-cricketer Sachithra Senanayake released on bail
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Sachithra Senanayake, who was remanded over the allegations of match-fixing, has been granted bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate s Court. MORE..
15 injured in head-on collision of two buses at Wewaldeniya
At least 15 individuals have been injured in a head-on collision involving two passenger transport buses on the Colombo – Kandy main road early this morning (Sep 25). MORE..
Police issue special notice to supermarkets on thefts
Sri Lanka Police says that if any incident of theft or other illegal activity occurs at any retail establishment including supermarkets, the public is advised to control the involved parties through security officers and to inform the police. MORE..
Six arrested over attack on police officers in Mount Lavinia
Police have arrested 06 individuals who allegedly assaulted a group of police officers at the Mount Lavinia Beach. MORE..
Kenyan youth arrested with 4kg of cocaine at BIA
A Kenyan national has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake along with 04 kilograms of cocaine, estimated to be worth around Rs. 300 million. MORE..
Sunday, September 24, 2023
X-Press Pearl insurers make interim payment to Sri Lanka
The insurers of the X-Press Pearl ship, which sank off the western coast of Sri Lanka after being gutted in a massive fire two years ago, have made an interim payment to the Sri Lankan Government in order to cover the cost incurred by the Maritime Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) for the beach clean-up operations MORE..
Two dead, 03 injured in head-on collision between three-wheeler and bus
Two individuals are reported dead, while three others were injured after a three-wheeler collided with a private passenger transport bus in the Beligamuwa area of Galewela on the Dambulla – Kurunegala main road this morning (24). MORE..
Woman attacks husband to death with sharp weapon
A woman has attacked her husband to death with a sharp weapon in the Vijithapura area of Nuwara Eliya Police Division last night (23). MORE..
President Ranil returns after attending UNGA in New York
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has returned to the island this morning (24) after concluding his official visit to the US to attend the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. MORE..
BASL calls for immediate withdrawal of Anti-Terrorism Bill and Online Safety Bill
The Bar Council of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has called upon the Government of Sri Lanka to immediately withdraw the Anti-Terrorism Bill and the Online Safety Bill which were published in the Gazettes issued on 15th and 18th September 2023 respectively, and not to proceed with the said Bills. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department says several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle and Matara districts today. MORE..
Two more suspects arrested for providing getaway car to police constable involved with “Harak Kata”
Two more persons have been arrested in Weligama, Matara, in connection with aiding the the police constable who was complicit in notorious criminal figure “Harak Kata s” recent escape attempt at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Locomotive Engineers Union reaches agreement with Sri Lanka Railways
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Sri Lanka Railways has reportedly reached an agreement with the Locomotive Engineers Union, pertaining to the existing issued faced by the unions, following a discussion. MORE..
Restrictions on all imported goods, except vehicles, to be lifted in Oct.
Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe says the restrictions imposed on imported goods, except vehicles, will be lifted in October. MORE..
Central Bank s new Governing Board convenes first meeting
The newly established Governing Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) was held on Thursday (21). MORE..
Parts of Colombo to experience 12-hour water cut today
The water supply for parts of Colombo will be suspended from 6-00 p.m. today (Sept. 23) until 6-00 a.m. on Sunday (Sept. 24). MORE..
Friday, September 22, 2023
Health trade unions to stage protests today
Several trade unions from the heath sector, along with a group of civil service organisations, are reportedly scheduled to protest in front of hospitals today (22 Sep.), over the existing disparities in the health sector and the ongoing medicine shortage. MORE..
Sri Lanka to import test kits to detect Nipah virus after outbreak in Kerala
Sri Lanka s Ministry of Health has placed orders to import testing kits to detect Nipah infections after the southern Indian state of Kerala reported an outbreak of the bat-borne virus. MORE..
12-hour water cut to be imposed in parts of Colombo
The water supply for parts of Colombo will be suspended from 6-00 p.m. on Saturday (Sept. 23) until 6-00 a.m. on Sunday (Sept. 24), the National Water Supply Drainage Board (NWSDB) says. MORE..
Cordial talks between President Ranil and UN chief Guterres
President Ranil Wickremesinghe called on Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres on Thursday (Sept. 21) on the sidelines of the 78th General Assembly session. MORE..
Shooting incidents claimed 44 lives thus far in 2023 - Police
Police Spokesperson SSP Nihal Thalduwa says 44 lives in total were claimed by the gun violence incidents reported in the months that have elapsed in 2023. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50mm expected today
Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle and Matara districts, the Meteorology Department says in its weather forecast today (Sept. 22). MORE..
