Weather: Showers & thundershowers in several areas today
Several spells of showers are expected in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces, as well as in the Hambantota district, the Department of Meteorology said. Showers or thundershowers are likely after 2:00 p.m. in the Western and Sabaragamuwa…
Pakistan’s decision to boycott India Match : ICC responds
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed concern over Pakistan’s reported decision to selectively participate in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, warning that such a stance undermines the integrity and spirit of global cricket tournaments. In a media…
Attacking lawyers in Nugegoda : Suspect arrested
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the criminal intimidation of two lawyers following proceedings at the Nugegoda Magistrate’s Court, police said. According to the Police Media Division, the incident was reported to the Mirihana Police on January 30,…
Breaking : Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup game against India in Colombo
Breaking : Pakistan will not take the field for the February 15 match against India at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo. The post Breaking : Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup game against India in Colombo…
India allocates ₹4 billion in grants and loans to Sri Lanka in 2026/27 Budget
The Government of India has proposed a total of ₹4 billion (approximately LKR 15 billion) in grants and loans to Sri Lanka through its 2026/27 national budget, continuing financial assistance to the island nation as it navigates economic recovery. The…
Union Assurance Wins Silver Award for Life Insurance at SAFA BPA Awards 2024
Union Assurance PLC, Sri Lanka’s longest-standing private Life Insurer, has won the Silver Award in the Life Insurance category at the prestigious SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards 2024 for its 2024 Annual Report titled “Folds of Value”. This award…
Police summon Shiranthi Rajapaksa to FCID, Namal Rajapaksa to CID
Former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa has been summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) on February 3, Ada Derana reported. Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been instructed to appear before the FCID…
Sri Lanka removes night work restrictions for women over 18
A special Gazette notification has been issued permitting the employment of women over the age of 18 for night work in the hospitality and food service industries, subject to strict conditions to safeguard their safety, health and welfare. The Extraordinary…
Traders oppose govt plan to transfer economic centre management
Business owners at economic centres voiced strong opposition to the government’s plan to transfer management of their centres to a newly established state-owned company during a meeting held yesterday (31 January) at the Dambulla Economic Centre, it was reported. The…
Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad officially submitted to ICC
Official: Sri Lanka have formally submitted their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 to the ICC The post Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad officially submitted to ICC appeared first on Newswire.