Mahinda, Maithripla request return of vehicles provided for security: Minister
Former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa and Maithripala Sirisena have requested the return of vehicles previously provided for their security, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said. The minister noted that if returning the vehicles were to affect their security in any way,…
India-funded plantation housing project: President to hand over 2,000 houses
An event to hand over housing ownership to hill country plantation community will be held tomorrow (12) at the Bandarawela Public Grounds under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Under the fourth phase of the Indian-funded housing project for…
Sajith says multiple SJB MPs to step down for Provincial Council race
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today issued a strong warning to the government, saying the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) will rally with the people and take to the streets if electricity tariffs are increased again. Speaking at the launch of the…
Dr. Kaushalya Ariyaratne assumes duties as Deputy Minister of Mass Media
Dr. Kaushalya Ariyaratne officially assumed duties as the new Deputy Minister of Mass Media this morning (11) at the Ministry premises in Narahenpita. She was appointed to the post yesterday under the recent Cabinet reshuffle announced by President Anura Kumara…
Egg prices reduced by Rs. 10: producers association
The All Ceylon Small and Medium Scale Egg Producers Association has announced a reduction of Rs. 10 in egg prices in the local market. Chairman of the Association, Navod Sampath Bandara, stated that the decision was made to curb the…
Severe lightning advisory issued for several areas
Severe lightning and thundershowers are expected in the Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces, as well as in Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts until 11:00 p.m. on 11 October 2025, the Department of Meteorology has warned. The department said there may also…
Five brigadiers promoted to Major General in line with 76th Army Day
In line with the 76th Army Day celebrations, five brigadiers have been promoted to the rank of Major General. The recommendation for the promotions was made by Secretary of Defence Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyyikontha and Army Commander Lieutenant General…
Sri Lankan-born researcher leads breakthrough in lung cancer treatment
University of Queensland scientist Associate Professor Arutha Kulasinghe, a researcher of Sri Lankan origin, has led a global study that could transform how lung cancer patients are treated. The research, published in Nature Genetics, has uncovered a way to predict…
Sri Lanka’s first AI-powered tourism hotel project launched
Sri Lanka’s first-ever AI-powered tourism hotel project, titled Grand Serendib Colombo, was officially launched under the patronage of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath. Joining the Minister at the opening ceremony were legendary Sri Lankan Cricketer…
‘Nelu’ season: Visitors warned over illegal acts at Horton Plains
Authorities have urged visitors to Horton Plains National Park to follow park regulations amid a recent surge in visitors arriving to witness the rare ‘Nelu’ flower. Warden of the park, Sisira Rathnayake, said that action will be taken against those…