New Circular Released for Student Admissions to Grades 2–11 : Vacancies revealed
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Training has issued Circular No. 27/2025 regarding the admission of students to government schools from Grade 2 to Grade 11, excluding Grades 5 and 6. The circular outlines the guidelines and procedures…
Rajapaksa to vacate official Colombo residence after repeal bill
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa is set to vacate his official residence on Wijerama Mawatha in Colombo, sources confirmed, after Parliament today passed the President’s Entitlements (Repeal) Bill with 151 votes in favour and one against. The measure, once signed by…
Parliament passes President’s Entitlements Repeal Bill second reading, 151–1
The Second Reading of the President’s Entitlements (Repeal) Bill was passed in Parliament today with a majority of 150 votes. A total of 151 MPs voted in favour of the Bill, while 01 MP voted against it. MP Chamara Sampath…
Makandure Madush’s wife seeks probe into his death in custody
The wife of the late underworld figure ‘Makandure Madush’ has submitted a letter to IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya, calling for an investigation into her husband’s death. Speaking to the media, the woman said that there is suspicion over his death while…
Recent strikes in Qatar : Statement from Sri Lanka
Media Release : Sri Lanka expresses concern over the recent strikes in Qatar Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over the recent strikes reported in Qatar, which might further escalate volatility and undermine regional security. Sri Lanka emphasizes the need for…
2025 Women’s WC : Sri Lanka squad announced
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced the 15-member squad selected to participate in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The squad, selected by the SLC Selection Panel, will be headed by Chamari Athapaththu. The Women’s World Cup will be played…
Namal sends defamation notice to Deputy Minister Watagala
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has issued a legal notice demanding Rs. 1 billion in compensation from Deputy Minister of Public Security, Sunil Watagala, citing defamation. The notice has reportedly been sent via registered post through Attorney-at-Law…
SJB warns of NCM against Speaker
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara said in Parliament today that the opposition will be forced to bring forth a No-Confidence Motion against Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne. Addressing the Parliament today, MP Ranjith Madduma Bandara said that if…
Presidential privileges : Justice Minister briefs Parliament on benefits eliminated
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara says that under the proposed bill to revoke certain entitlements of former presidents, several privileges, including official residences, will be abolished. Speaking during today’s parliamentary debate on the Presidents’ Entitlements Repeal Bill, the Justice Minister explained…
Sajith Premadasa denounces Israel’s actions as genocide & state terrorism
Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing offensive in Gaza, describing it as a “genocide against the Palestinian people” and a grave violation of international law. Speaking in Parliament, Premadasa said Israel’s military actions, including the bombing…