Lal Wijenayake voiced objections, but Govt reached consensus: Justice Minister
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara has rejected claims of divisions within the National People’s Power (NPP) over the Government’s proposal to extend the retirement age of superior court judges. Responding to recent comments by senior NPP lawyer Lal Wijenayake, Nanayakkara said…
Charith Abeysinghe remanded after failing to meet bail conditions
Former SJB Horana organiser Charith Abeysinghe was taken back into prison custody after failing to meet the bail conditions imposed by the court. Earlier on Monday, the Colombo Magistrate’s Court granted bail to three suspects, including attorney Rakhitha Rajapaksha and…
U-23 to U-21 switch among key cricket development proposals by SLC
The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee has announced a series of cricket development initiatives aimed at improving coaching, umpiring, pitch preparation and player development across the country. Speaking at the committee’s monthly media briefing, Cricket Committee Chairman Sidath Wettimuny…
Inside SLC’s proposed new constitution: 14-member board, fewer voters, independent chairman
The proposed new constitution for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will establish a 14-member governing board comprising seven elected members and seven independently appointed members, the Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee said. Transformation Committee Chairman Eran Wickramaratne and Cricket Committee Chairman…
US Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan visits Sri Lanka
U.S. Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan is leading a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) to Sri Lanka from July 27-30, aimed at strengthening the bilateral partnership and advancing shared priorities in the Indo-Pacific region. According to the U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Houlahan and the…
Sri Lanka Women secure 2-1 ODI series victory against Pakistan
Sri Lanka Women have clinched the ODI series 2-1 after defeating Pakistan Women by 8 wickets in the third and final ODI played in Hambantota today. Pakistan were bowled out for 187 in 40 overs before Sri Lanka chased down…
Sajith vows support for Chaminda Wijesiri after court verdict
Opposition Leader and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa has vowed not to abandon Badulla District MP Chaminda Wijesiri, stressing that justice will be sought through the appeal process. Premadasa told reporters that while the judiciary must be respected,…
23 projects to receive land plots across 13 industrial estates
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of land plots in 13 regional industrial estates to investors for the establishment of new industries, under long‑term lease agreements. The initiative is part of the Regional Industrial Estate Development Program implemented…
DFCC Bank Breaks Language Barriers with Sri Lanka’s First Eight-Language ATMs and CRMs
DFCC Bank has introduced Sri Lanka’s first ATMs and Cash Recycler Machines (CRMs) offering transactions in eight languages, enabling international visitors and local customers to withdraw or deposit cash in the language most familiar to them. Now available in the…
Gem & Jewellery Research institute to be integrated into national authority
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the restructuring of the Gem and Jewellery Research and Training Institute, integrating it as the Research and Training Division of the National Gem and Jewellery Authority. The National Gem and Jewellery Authority was established…