President to kick off Jaffna International Cricket Stadium project today
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to inaugurate the construction of the proposed new international cricket stadium in Jaffna this afternoon (01). The project is expected to provide the Northern Province with a state-of-the-art venue for international matches, training facilities,…
Most hated CEO at the moment
A top chief executive has been accused of snatching a child tennis fan’s hat at the US Open – with his firm now facing negative online reviews. Viral video footage revealed the moments after Polish player Kamil Majchrzak went to…
Two more suspects arrested in Wennappuwa Shooting
Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting incident in Wennappuwa on Sunday, in which one person was killed and another seriously injured. Three unidentified individuals in a car had attacked two people travelling on a motorcycle…
At least 250 killed in 6.0-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan
At least 250 people have been killed and over 500 have been injured in Afghanistan after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit the country, Taliban officials said Monday. The earthquake struck 17 miles from the city of Jalalabad near the border with…
‘Blood Moon’ visible to nearly 7 billion people next week
A total lunar eclipse will be visible to nearly 7 billion people on 07th and 08th September 2025. Lasting 82 minutes, the Moon will turn a deep red, creating a striking “Blood Moon.” This rare event occurs as Earth’s shadow…
Sri Lanka’s first CSR Outsourcing Model launched by Solutions Ground Pvt. Ltd
In a novel approach that redefines Sri Lankan businesses’ approach to strategic corporate social responsibility, Solutions Ground Pvt. Ltd has unveiled the country’s first full-service CSR outsourcing model. Headquartered in Sri Lanka and operating regionally, Solutions Ground is an international…
Ranil’s case : Saman Ekanayake informed no need to appear before CID
Former President’s Secretary Saman Ekanayake has been informed that he does not need to appear before the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today. Former DG to the President’s Media Division, Dhanushka Ramanayake, told Newswire that the CID had informed Saman Ekanayake…
Sri Lanka Mahanayaka Theros appeal for peace between Thailand & Cambodia
Venerable Omalpe Sobitha Thero on Saturday (30) submitted a special letter to Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath, conveying a united appeal from the four Mahanayaka Theros of Sri Lanka for peace and harmony between Thailand and Cambodia. The letter,…
Sun directly over seven cities of Sri Lanka today
The sun will be directly above seven (07) cities of Sri Lanka at around 12.10 pm today, according to the Department of Meteorology. The nearest areas of Sri Lanka over which the sun is overhead today are Mudalaipalai, Balagollagama, Rajanganaya,…
Sri Lanka clinch first away ODI series win since 2019 as Nissanka shines with century
Sri Lanka sealed a 2-0 series win against Zimbabwe, their first away ODI series triumph since 2019, with Pathum Nissanka leading the way. Nissanka struck a brilliant century in the second ODI, building on his 76 in the opening game,…