MullenLoweGroup Reaffirms its Leadership Position in Sri Lanka
Named “Creative Agency of the Year in the Rest of South Asia” at Campaign 2025 A creative performance rooted in talent, learning and future-forward capability Ranked #65 in Effie’s global #17 Effie’s APAC #1 in Effie’s Sri Lanka rankings A…
Two Sri Lankan-Origin players in Australia U19 World Cup Squad
Defending champion Australia has named a 15-player squad for the upcoming ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, including two newcomers of Sri Lankan heritage, Nitesh Samuel and Naden Cooray. The squad, which will be led by Victoria’s Oliver Peake,…
Fugitive Wanted on 88 Warrants Arrested in Athurugiriya
Police in Sri Lanka have arrested a man who was wanted on 88 outstanding warrants related to multiple cases of financial fraud, authorities announced. The suspect, identified as a 56-year-old resident of Wadduwa, had been evading police for an extended…
Cabinet Decisions
Transfer of Constructions and Land reserved for Kinniya University to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism The University of Vocational Technology has decided that there is no longer a necessity to build a University as planned, due…
Naturub Group of Companies Donates Rs. 100 Million to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
Seen here Chairman of Naturub Group of Companies Tissa Eleperuma handing over the cheque of Rs.100milion to Secretary to the President, Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, flanked by the Board of Directors of Naturub including Chief Operating Officer Yasith Eleperuma (extreme…
Severe lightning advisory issued for 04 districts
The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued a severe lightning advisory for the districts of Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle, and Matara. The advisory, issued at 12:30 p.m. today, will remain in effect until 11:00 p.m. According to the Department of…
Ranwala Arrested, Not Under Influence of Alcohol – State Media
National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Ashoka Ranwala has been arrested by police in connection with a road accident in the Sapugaskanda area, state media reported. According to state media Dinamina, claims circulating on social media alleging that…
2025 GIT Exam for Grade 12 students : New date announced
The 2025 General Information Technology (GIT) examination for Grade 12 students, which was previously postponed due to adverse weather conditions, will now be held on January 11, 2026. The revised date was officially announced by the Department of Examinations. Commissioner…
Kusal Mendis to miss rest of ILT20 after emergency surgery in Dubai
Sri Lanka batter Kusal Mendis has undergone emergency surgery in Dubai after being diagnosed with bladder stones, sources said on Friday Mendis, who was taking part in the ongoing ILT20 tournament, required immediate medical intervention and is currently recovering following…
Man arrested in Telegram-based investment scam for defrauding Rs. 6.8 Mn
A 31-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over Rs. 6.8 million through an online investment scam, following an investigation by the Cyber Crime Investigation Sub Division of the North Western Province. Investigations had been launched following a complaint…