Actor Dhanush criticises AI-altered ending for re-release of hit film Raanjhanaa
Indian actor Dhanush says he has been left “completely disturbed” by the re-release of one of his hit films with an alternative ending assisted by AI – but the production company behind it has rejected criticism of the move. Hindi-language…
Above 50 mm of rain expected in some Provinces today
Several spells of showers will occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and North-Western provinces and Galle and Matara districts today. Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Northern, North-Central, Uva and Eastern provinces after 1.00 pm. Fairly heavy…
Online betting : 11 Indians arrested in Thalangama
Thalangama Police have arrested 11 Indian nationals — including three women — for allegedly engaging in online gambling activities related to betting. The arrests were made during a raid last night (Aug. 4) in the Akuregoda area, based on a…
Home Lands Sets Historic Record with Rs. 7.4 Billion Sales in June 2025
Home Lands, has once again reaffirmed its market leadership by achieving a historic milestone in the country’s property sector. The company recorded the highest ever sales turnover in a month by any real estate developer in Sri Lanka, generating an…
US President Donald Trump Threatens India again
US President Donald Trump has threatened India yet again over its purchase of Russian oil, saying he will substantially raise tariffs on goods from India. “India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much…
Sajith alleges Cabinet approved LNG power project using false data
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has alleged that the government approved the controversial Kerawalapitiya “Sahasdanavi” LNG power plant based on inaccurate and misleading data presented in a Cabinet paper. Speaking at a media briefing today, Premadasa claimed that the Cabinet paper…
“City of Dreams Casino targeting foreigners not locals” Deputy Min
Deputy Tourism Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe has clarified that the government is not promoting casinos for local patrons, stressing that newly opened venues like the “City of Dreams” in Colombo are primarily intended for foreign tourists. He made the remarks…
Towards an Accountable and Responsible Media
Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa emphasised that protecting the Rights of citizens who suffer due to Media harassment, especially through Social Media and other new Media platforms, is a key responsibility of the government. He stated that…
Philippines President to visit India from Aug 4-8, to meet PM Modi, Murmu
Philippines President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr is set to visit India from August 4-8, and hold talks with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials. Marcos after arrival in New Delhi on August 4 will meet with…
India poised to lead with world’s largest AI-ready school population
With a young and dynamic demographic, a rapidly digitising economy, and a strong push for foundational and future skills, India is laying the groundwork for an educational revolution that embraces artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and data sciences, writes Dr…