SLPP to launch “Mahinda Sulangin Namal Suwanda”
Sources from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) state that a new political initiative titled “Mahinda Sulangin Namal Suwanda” is set to be launched soon. Following his departure from the official residence in Colombo, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has reportedly…
Ventureskey Makes History as the First Sri Lankan Company Honoured at Xero Awards Asia 2025
(Pictured L to R) Daniel Hustler – Education Manager – Xero Asia, Mohamed Rikas – Director & Co-founder – Ventureskey, Muzarik Mohideen – Director & Co-founder – Ventureskey, Koren Wines – Managing Director – Xero Asia, Patrick Pham – Sales…
Leopard cub killed in road accident
LEOPOCON Sri Lanka says a leopard cub has been killed in a road accident reported on the Maha Oya–Aralaganwila Road. According to the non-profit leopard conservation organization, a 5–6-month-old leopard cub was killed in a vehicle collision. “Leopards have been…
Sri Lanka, UK reaffirm ties during envoy’s visit to Commons
High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom, Nimal Senadheera, called on the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, recently (10). Speaker Sir Lindsay extended a warm welcome to the High Commissioner Senadheera, and in a…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (15 Sept), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 298.11 to Rs….
Deputy Minister denies Cinnamon Life apartment claim
Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala on Sunday denied allegations circulating on social media that he had purchased a luxury residence at the Cinnamon Life complex. Watagala said the claims were false and intended to damage his reputation, adding…
Another ICE factory found in Hambantota
The Kalutara Crimes Division has uncovered a crystal methamphetamine (ICE) production factory operated at an apartment complex in Hambantota. During the raid, the Police officials found equipment and chemicals suspected to be used for the production of ICE and a…
Govt aims for 50 multimodal transport centres by 2029
Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake says the ministry expects to establish at least 50 multimodal transport centres by 2029. Minister Rathnayake said plans are underway to establish 15 multimodal transport centres in Colombo by 2026. He explained that the multimodal…
Japanese Ambassador visits National Hospital
Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Akio Isomata visited the National Hospital of Sri Lanka on September 10. He was accompanied by Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. The purpose of this visit was to review the status of…
Asia Cup : Pakistan files complaint with ICC over India
Pakistan’s team manager, Naveed Akram Cheema, filed an official complaint with the match referee, Andy Pycroft, after Team India refused to shake hands with the opposition following their commanding seven-wicket win in the Group A match of the Asia Cup…