AFC fines SL footballer over Palestine support message
The Asian Football Confederation has imposed a fine of USD 2,000 on Sri Lankan footballer Mohamed Thilham for displaying a message in support of Palestine during an international match in Colombo. Mohamed Thilham had displayed the message following the match…
Govt reveals names of relatives of politicians who used President’s Fund scholarships
Minister Anura Karunathilaka informed Parliament today that the sons and relatives of Presidents, ministers and Parliamentarians had benefited from the President’s Fund. Addressing the Parliament today, Minister Anura Karunathilaka said the Presidential Fund’s Scholarship had been used between 2005 to…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (05 Aug), compared to Monday. At Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates of the US Dollar remain unchanged at Rs. 297.60…
Underworld not linked to national security – Defence Ministry Secretary
The Secretary of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retired) Sampath Thuyacontha, says that currently there is no threat to national security. He made the remark while attending the official ceremony held to mark China’s assistance provided to Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management…
Over 3,500 military personnel arrested for desertion
The Ministry of Defence reports that more than 3,500 members of the Sri Lankan armed forces have been taken into custody for leaving service without proper authorization. According to the ministry, 3,504 tri-forces personnel who had been absent without leave…
“There’s no politics in opposing corruption” – Gammanpila
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Vocational skills training programs launched at Trincomalee Prison
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arun Hemachandra, yesterday participated in the official launch of the vocational skills training programs at the Trincomalee Remand Prison. The vocational skills training programs are being provided under the National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) Framework, in…
Elephant attacks mahout during Devinuwara Perahera (Video)
A tense situation was reported during the Devinuwara Esala Perahera procession after an elephant suddenly went on rampage. Video footage of the incident shows the elephant suddenly attacking its mahout, before walking away. The elephant remains aggressive with other mahouts…
India hits back at Trump’s accusation
India has hit back at criticism by the United States and the European Union for engaging in trade with Russia, stating that the very nations criticizing India are themselves indulging in trade with Russia. Issuing a statement, the Indian Government…
SpaceX – STARLINK Appoints Singer as Authorized Retailer in Sri Lanka
US based SpaceX has appointed Singer Sri Lanka, the nation’s leading consumer electronics and home appliances retailer, as the authorized retailer of Starlink in Sri Lanka. This announcement marks a significant step in revolutionizing internet accessibility across the country, especially…