Delhi 10/11 explosion : Sajith, Vijitha express solidarity with India
Sri Lankan leaders have expressed their condolences to the victims of the blast near New Delhi’s iconic Red Fort in India yesterday. Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath said Sri Lanka stands in solidarity with the people of India. “Saddened…
Kotahena shooting : 05 suspects arrested for aiding
The Colombo Divisional Crime Division has arrested five suspects in connection with a recent fatal shooting in Kotahena, in which a man was killed. According to the Police Media Division, investigations into the murder were launched by the Colombo Divisional…
Maldives says over 350 kg of narcotics found in seized ‘Avishka Putha’ vessel
The Maldivian Police has confirmed that a large haul of narcotics was seized from the Sri Lankan vessel ‘Avishka Putha’ that was taken into custody after being found within the Maldivian Exclusive Economic Zone without authorization. Issuing a statement on…
Rise in keratoconus cases detected among school children
The National Eye Hospital has warned of an increase in eye disorder keratoconus, which results in distorted vision. Addressing the media, Consultant Cornea Surgeon Dr. Kusum Ratnayaka cautioned that the eye disorder is being detected in school children as young…
Afternoon showers expected in several areas today
Showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 pm today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Uva, Southern, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces…
Harsha de Silva says unaware of Sajith Premadasa’s India visit
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Dr. Harsha de Silva says he had no prior knowledge of Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa’s recent visit to India. Speaking on a talk show, Dr. de Silva said he was unaware of any details surrounding…
Unidentified gunmen attack Pakistan Cricketer Naseem Shah’s property
Police said on Monday that unidentified assailants opened fire at national cricketer Naseem Shah’s ‘hujra’ (a property adjacent or near the house), leaving the main gate, windows, and a parked vehicle partially damaged in the attack. The firing incident took…
8 Killed, Over 20 Injured in Explosion Near Delhi’s Red Fort
At least eight people were killed and more than 20 others injured after a powerful explosion ripped through a car near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening, authorities said. The blast, which occurred near Gate No. 1 of…
Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka ODI series : Where to watch
Pakistan will aim to extend their winning run in the white-ball cricket when they take on Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series, starting Tuesday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The second and third ODI will be played at the…
SLPP and SLFP reunite for November 21st rally
Former Ministers Namal Rajapaksa, Johnston Fernando and D. V. Chanaka today visited the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) headquarters for discussions with the party leadership. SLFP Chairman Nimal Siripala de Silva, along with Duminda Dissanayake, Lasantha Alagiyawanna, Anura Priyadarshana Yapa,…