Prima Sunrise Supports Young Golfing Talent at Sri Lanka Regional Junior Open 2026
Prima Sunrise reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing the next generation of golfing talent by sponsoring the Sri Lanka Regional Junior Open Golf Championship 2026, organised by the Sri Lanka Golf and held over three days at the Nuwara Eliya Golf…
Basilur Tea celebrates International Tea Day with launch of ‘Roots of Ceylon’
The Sri Lankan premium Ceylon tea brand, Basilur Tea, launched the ‘Roots of Ceylon’ initiative in celebration of International Tea Day, inviting tea enthusiasts to tie into the rich history of Ceylon tea. With 202 years having passed since the…
Dilum says remarks were not aimed at child, apologises over controversy
Sarvajana Balaya National Organizer and former Minister Dilum Amunugama says his controversial remarks that triggered a social media backlash were not directed at the 15-year-old child linked to the case, while also expressing regret and apologising over the misunderstanding. Amunugama…
Rs. 292 to Rs. 354 : UNP points finger over dollar crisis
The United National Party (UNP) has raised concerns over what it described as the Government’s handling of the Sri Lankan Rupee’s depreciation, warning that the impact of the weakening currency will ultimately be felt by the general public through higher…
‘Cockroach Party’ takes Indian politics by storm online
A satirical online movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP) has rapidly gained attention in India, transforming a controversial remark into a wider expression of youth frustration and political discontent. The movement emerged after India’s Chief Justice Surya Kant reportedly…
Police recruitment application deadline extended
Sri Lanka Police has announced that the closing date for applications to recruit Apprentice Police Constables, Women Police Constables, and Police Constable Drivers has been extended until June 1, 2026. Recruitment is being conducted in line with Government Gazette Notification…
The government lifts energy limits imposed for the Vesak week
The final discussion regarding the Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone was held yesterday (20th) at Temple Trees, chaired by the Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Pradeep Saputanthri. The discussion primarily focused on the organizational activities of the Buddha Rashmi Vesak…
Mujibur asks: “Who leaked the info?” over 1,782 vehicle LCs before Gazette
Opposition MP Mujibur Rahman today accused the government of corruption in connection with the President’s announcement of a surcharge on imported vehicles, claiming that politically connected businessmen benefited from advance knowledge of the Gazette. Rahman told Parliament that on May…
Gaza flotilla : Sri Lanka expresses concern over Israeli Minister’s video
The Government of Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern and profound distress over footage posted by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, which appears to depict the dehumanizing treatment of detainees of “Global Sumud Flotilla’’. Issuing a statement, the Ministry of Foreign…
Pharmacy caught selling expired medicines with altered prices
A pharmacy located on Dambethenna Road in Haputale has been found selling expired medicines and allegedly altering prices, following a sudden raid conducted by Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) officials. The raid was carried out yesterday (20) by investigation officers attached…