Train drivers to strike from midnight today
Train drivers have decided to withdraw from train operations starting tonight. During a meeting held for newly recruited drivers, the existing drivers opposed the proposed training of military officers to serve as train drivers, rejecting the plan to begin their…
Sri Lanka Parliament passes Bill to Abolish MPs’ Pensions
The Bill to abolish the pensions of Members of Parliament was passed in Parliament today, marking a significant legislative step on a matter that has long been the subject of public debate. The Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill was passed in…
Importers dispute deputy minister’s claim over vehicle tax changes
The Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has responded to recent remarks by Prof. Anil Jayantha, noting that while the industry would welcome any reduction in customs duties or related taxes, the current trajectory indicates otherwise. The Association emphasized…
Sri Lanka Super 8 schedule confirmed; tickets now available online
Sri Lanka’s Super 8 fixtures at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have been confirmed, with tickets for all matches now available for purchase online. Sri Lanka will begin their Super 8 campaign against England on Sunday, 22 February…
Lane Closures on Southern Expressway: Notice to Motorists
The Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development has announced intermittent lane closures on the Southern Expressway due to maintenance work. In an official notice issued to commuters, the ministry said the closures will affect sections between the Galanigama Interchange…
President meets UK’s Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met visiting United Kingdom Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy at the Presidential Secretariat this morning, the President’s Media Division said. During the meeting, President Dissanayake welcomed the Deputy Prime Minister’s visit and expressed appreciation for the…
Acting Registrar arrested over Rs. 500 alleged bribe
An Acting Registrar of Births and Deaths Registrar attached to the Alayadivembu Divisional Secretariat has been arrested on allegations of soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs. 500. The arrest was made by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations…
Japanese delegation calls on President, discussions focus on export-industrial corridor
A high-level Japanese delegation paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (17) at the Presidential Secretariat. Discussions centred on strengthening economic cooperation and advancing plans for a Sri Lanka–Japan export-industrial corridor. The meeting followed the President’s…
Jinthupitiya shooting: 02 Police officers accused of dereliction of duty granted bail
Two police officers were arrested for allegedly failing to perform their duties at the time of a shooting in Jinthupitiya earlier this month. The officers, who were assigned to mobile patrol duties, were taken into custody by the Modara Divisional…
President leaves for India
President Anura Kumara Disanayaka arrives in India today for the AI Impact Summit 2026 – the first summit of its kind to be hosted in the Global South. At a time when emerging technologies are reshaping economies and societies, Sri…