Deputy Minister warns of legal action over organized damage to renovated Bus Stand
Deputy Transport Minister Prasanna Gunasena says legal action will be taken against those responsible for damaging facilities at the newly renovated Colombo Central Bus Stand, following reports of organized vandalism. Speaking during an inspection visit to the premises, the Deputy…
April School holidays: Update from Govt
The first school term for Sinhala and Tamil medium government and government-approved private schools for 2026 will end today, April 10, the Ministry of Education announced. According to the Ministry, the third phase of the first term for Muslim schools…
New Indian Culinary Team Joins Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka
The New Indian Culinary Team Seated L-R: Chef Pankaj Dhobal and Chef Akshay Gusain Standing L-R: Chef Rinku Singh and Chef Sachin Negi Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa continues to elevate its position as a premier oceanfront destination wedding…
Dollar rate today : Selling rate steady at Rs. 318
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated further against the US dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (10), compared to Thursday, with the selling rate steady at Rs. 318. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates of…
‘Justice for All’ seeks meeting with President on socio-economic challenges
Civil society group Justice for All has requested a meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and senior government officials to discuss pressing socio‑economic challenges facing Sri Lanka. In an open letter dated April 10, Convenor M. A. Sumanthiran outlined concerns…
Canterbury Night Golf Masters 2026 Delivers a Spectacular Night of Golf
The Canterbury Night Golf Masters 2026 (2nd Edition) dazzled Sri Lanka’s sporting scene on 3rd April 2026 with an unforgettable evening of innovation, competition, and entertainment at the prestigious Canterbury Golf Club, Kahathuduwa. Organized by Home Lands, the event was…
Just days after opening… SLTB raises concern over Colombo Bus Stand misuse
The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has urged the public to protect the newly renovated Central Bus Stand (CBS), calling on commuters to help maintain cleanliness and safeguard public property. In a statement, the SLTB noted that the Central Bus…
Actor Vijay’s unreleased film Jana Nayagan leaked online before TN polls
Indian Tamil superstar Vijay’s final film, Jana Nayagan, has been leaked online, even though it hasn’t been released in theatres yet. On Thursday night, small clips from the film were shared on social media, and by Friday morning, HD prints…
2026 mercantile holidays list confirmed; Vesak following day clarified
The Commissioner General of Labour, N.A.P. Ranawaka, has issued a statement confirming the list of public holidays for 2026, following inquiries regarding the mercantile holiday for the day following Vesak Poya, scheduled for May 2, and Vesak Poya celebrations scheduled…
NCM against Minister Kumara Jayakody presented in Parliament
A no-confidence motion against MP Kumara Jayakody was presented to Parliament today by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Ajith P. Perera, citing alleged irregularities in coal procurement and indictments filed before the Colombo High Court. Presenting the motion, Ajith P….