Police seek public support to identify man seen in foreign woman’s video
Police have appealed for public assistance to identify a suspect wanted over an incident in Arugam Bay, where a foreign woman reported an attempt of sexual assault. According to police, the woman had posted a video online showing the suspect…
Bimal Rathnayake criticizes parliament officials for excessive foreign travel
Leader of the House, Minister Bimal Rathnayake said in Parliament this afternoon (15) that officiala from parliament secretariat traveling abroad more frequently than necessary. He noted that while some officials have made multiple foreign trips, they have not presented a…
“Sri Lanka looked to Gujarat model of development,” says SL ambassador to India
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 14 (ANI): After meeting Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Sri Lankan High Commissioner to India, Mahishini Colonne, said that Sri Lanka has looked up to Gujarat’s development ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the Chief Minister…
Minister Nalinda discloses sharp contrast in foreign travel costs of AKD and Ranil
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, speaking in Parliament, disclosed the foreign travel expenditure of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and his predecessor Ranil Wickremesinghe. According to the details presented, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe made 24 overseas trips during 2022–2024, accompanied by 385 participants…
Hasaranga, Theekshana released by Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals have made a significant reshuffle of their squad, releasing the Sri Lankan duo of Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana, along with Fazalhaq Farooqi, among the overseas players. On the domestic front, Akash Madhwal, Ashok Sharma, Kunal Rathore, and…
Police tug of war: NPC takes action against SDIG Pathinayake
Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Lalith Pathinayake, who was serving as the acting SDIG in charge of the Police Administration Division, has been removed from that position following disciplinary action by the National Police Commission. However, Pathinayake will continue to…
UNP questions President AKD’s remarks at ‘Il Maha Viru Samaruma’
The United National Party (UNP) has issued a statement raising concerns over President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s comments at the 36th Il Maha Viru Samaruma, particularly his remark that “a crown did not fall on our head by drifting down a…
Cinnamon Life Apartment claim : Deputy Minister sends LOD
A demand letter seeking Rs. 10 billion in compensation has been issued against SLPP Activist Mahinda Pathirana over an alleged defamatory statement made against Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala. The claim relates to a Facebook video published by…
Government Responds to Key Industry Appeals on VAT and SME needs – SLABA Welcomes Budget.
The Sri Lanka Apparel Brands Association (SLABA), representing all leading Sri Lankan apparel and fashion brands, enthusiastically welcomes the Budget, which addresses the majority of the industry’s key requests to strengthen the domestic apparel ecosystem. Government Hears Industry Voice SLABA…
First Capital Reinforces Commitment to Financial Innovation and Youth Leadership as Title Sponsor of MAGNATE 2025
First Capital Holdings PLC, a leading full-service investment institution under Janashakthi Group (JXG), has once again stepped forward as the Title Sponsor of MAGNATE 2025, the flagship annual finance and leadership forum organised by the Finance Students’ Association of the…