Former Minister Prof. Tissa Vitharana passed away
Former minister and veteran leftist politician Prof. Tissa Vitharana has died at the age of 92, family sources said. Prof. Vitharana, a senior figure in Sri Lanka’s leftist political movement, served in several key ministerial portfolios and was widely known…
Tarique Rahman’s BNP wins Bangladesh elections
The opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has declared victory in Thursday’s landmark national election, saying it has won a clear majority and will form the next government, according to party officials and local media projections. The election, the first since…
CID cracks Online Money-Making Scam, Two in Custody
A 33-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man have been arrested in connection with two online financial fraud cases, the Police Media Division said. The arrests were made on February 12 by the Criminal Investigation Department’s Computer Crimes Investigation Unit –…
Two Thai Nationals Arrested in Raid on Alleged Brothel in Wellawatte
Two Thai nationals were arrested during a raid on a premises allegedly operating as a brothel under the guise of a massage center in the Wellawatte area, police said. The raid was carried out on the night of February 12…
IRONMAN® 70.3 Colombo – The World’s Leading Active Sport Event is Back!
From global endurance sport to long-term city transformation, Colombo steps into the spotlight as South Asia’s Active Capital. The Official Launch of IRONMAN® 70.3 Colombo – Presented by Port City Colombo was held today at Shangri-La Colombo, the Host Hotel,…
Hirunika denies links to alleged organised crime figure after CID questioning
Former Member of Parliament Hirunika Premachandra has denied any links to an alleged organised crime figure known as “Kehelbaddara Padme,” following questioning by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) last week. In a statement, Premachandra said she was questioned by CID…
Mathews backs Shanaka to carry form into Big Matches
Former Sri Lanka cricketer Angelo Mathews said the team’s dominant victory over Oman has provided a crucial confidence boost ahead of key World Cup clashes against Australia and Zimbabwe. Speaking after the win in Pallekele, Mathews described the performance as…
Cinnamon Life and John Keells Foundation Present La Bamba! The Song of Veracruz
In association with Nations Trust Bank, Colombo welcomes the West End–licensed musical across seven shows in five days Colombo, Sri Lanka; 5th February 2026 – Cinnamon Life, in collaboration with John Keells Foundation (JKF) and in association with Nations Trust…
Union Assurance Upgrades Official Website Strengthening Digital Enablement to Protect What Matters Most
Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s longest standing private Life Insurer, has officially relaunched its corporate website, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s ongoing digital transformation journey. The refreshed platform demonstrates Union Assurance’s focus on innovation and customer-centricity, leveraging technology to…
Over 1,000 drowning deaths since 2024 as Police strengthen marine operations
Sri Lanka Police have expanded operations of the Police Marine Division following an increase in water-related accidents. Police said 71 lifesaving units have been established nationwide, with 308 specially trained officers deployed across 31 of the island’s 48 police…