Vaping controversy hits IPL
Riyan Parag came into the spotlight after videos showing him vaping inside the Rajasthan Royals dressing room went viral during their match against the Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in New Chandigarh on Tuesday. The incident…
Prima raises Wheat Flour prices
The price of wheat flour will be increased from today (29), Prima Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd said, citing higher transport costs. According to the company, the price of a kilogram of Prima “Milk” brand flour has been raised by Rs. 5. …
CA hears challenge to arrest, detention and deportation of Chinese national
The arrest, detention and deportation of Jingjing Liao, a Chinese national, were challenged before the Court of Appeal yesterday (28). The Petitioner in the case alleges that she was arrested while she had a valid tourist visa together with other…
Official: SLC leadership resignations notified to President AKD
The President of Sri Lanka Cricket, Mr. Shammi Silva, has tendered his resignation from the post, effective today. Along with him, the office bearers and members of the Executive Committee of the SLC have also submitted their resignations. This decision…
Dollar rate today : Selling rate steady at Rs. 322
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated further against the US dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (29), compared to Tuesday, with the selling rate remaining steady at Rs. 322. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates…
Firearm threat : MP Archchuna granted bail
Member of Parliament Archchuna Ramanathan, who had been in remand custody, was ordered to be released on bail today (29) after being produced before the Mallakam Magistrate’s Court. MP Archchuna was arrested earlier by the Ilavalai Police over allegations that…
Sri Lanka’s Nipuni Wasana secures first Gold at 2026 Asian Beach Games
Sri Lanka won its first gold medal at the 6th Asian Beach Games when Air Force wrestler Nipuni Wasana Dharmadasa triumphed in the women’s 50kg category final. Nipuni Wasana, representing the Sri Lanka Air Force, defeated her Vietnamese opponent in…
Ven. Pannakara Thera meets President AKD after conclusion of Peace Walk
Venerable Pannakara Thera met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat last night (29), following the conclusion of the seven‑day “Ehipassiko” Peace Walk held across Sri Lanka. According to the President’s Office, the Thera expressed gratitude for the state…
Public consultation announced on proposed electricity tariff revision
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has called for public consultation on a proposed electricity tariff revision, following a cost estimate submitted by the National System Operator (Pvt) Ltd for the second and third quarters of 2026. The…
Police clarify viral bus attack video dates back to 2024
Sri Lanka Police have clarified that a video circulating on social media showing a man striking a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus with a stick is not recent, but relates to an incident that occurred two years ago, on…