Protest at Finance Secretary’s residence over Treasury cyber fraud incident
Supporters of the New Democratic Front, led by Sugeeshwara Bandara, staged a protest outside the residence of Finance Ministry Secretary, Harshana Suriyapperuma, in Pelawatta, Akuregoda, on Tuesday (28). The demonstration was held to protest the recently reported $2.5 million Treasury…
Gala shooting suspect charged with attempt to murder Trump
The suspect in the shooting that occurred during the White House correspondents’ dinner on Saturday was on Monday charged with the attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump. Court proceedings showed the suspect also faced other charges, including two firearms…
Motor insurance credit period reduced to 30 days from 1 May
The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCS) has announced that the credit period granted to vehicle owners by insurance companies when providing motor insurance coverage will be reduced to 30 days. In a circular, the Commission said the amendment…
Dollar rate today: Selling rate increases to Rs. 322
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated against the US dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (28), compared to Monday, with the selling rate increasing to Rs. 322 in some banks. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling…
Pakistan: Professor Sentenced to Death Following Blasphemy Charges
Pakistan’s blasphemy laws are among the world’s most egregious tools of religious repression. They enable abuse, mob violence, and the targeting of individuals and religious minorities (including Christians) for criminal prosecutions that carry life sentences and death penalties. Pakistani professor…
UAE President meets India’s NSA Ajit Doval in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Ajit Doval, National Security Adviser of India. During the meeting, Doval conveyed to Sheikh Mohamed the greetings of Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, and his wishes…
Sri Lanka Police promote female recruitment drive
The Sri Lanka Police have urged women interested in applying for the post of Female Police Officers to submit applications promptly, as the deadline is approaching. Using a promotional video featuring Constable Dinusha, the Police Department called on eligible women…
Death toll after train crash near Indonesia’s Jakarta rises to 14
Fourteen people have been confirmed killed and more than 80 injured in a collision involving two trains near the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, with rescue workers continuing efforts to free passengers trapped in the wreckage. The crash late on Monday night…
Mass recall of more than 30 children’s toys in the UK over asbestos contamination fears
More than 30 children’s toys have been recalled in the UK since the start of the year after being found to contain asbestos. Retailers including Tesco, Argos and M&S have taken the toys off shelves after they were found to…
Former President Sirisena appears before Bribery Commission
Former President Maithripala Sirisena appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on Tuesday (28) to provide a statement. It is reported that the former Head of State arrived at the commission premises earlier in the day…