Bribery Commission files motion to confiscate Rajitha’s Colombo assets
The Bribery Commission submitted a motion before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court seeking an order to confiscate the assets of former minister Rajitha Senaratne, who is currently evading arrest. Filing the motion before Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka Bodaragama today, the…
PM Harini challenges news channel to prove she visited Ranil in hospital
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya challenged a media network which aired a news story claiming that she secretly visited former president Ranil Wickremesinghe in hospital. Addressing a media briefing, the Prime Minister urged the network to present evidence of her alleged…
Police officer hurt as object thrown during protest at court premises
A police officer sustained injuries after being struck by an object allegedly thrown by an opposition supporter near the Colombo court premises this afternoon. The incident occurred as supporters gathered outside the court during proceedings related to former President…
Hilton Colombo Launches‘ Flavors of Vietnam’ Culinary Festival with Hilton Da Nang
From21–30 August, Graze Kitchen transforms into a Vietnamese street market celebration with guest chefs, authentic recipes, and cultural performances This August, Hilton Colombo is bringing the vibrant taste of Vietnam to Sri Lanka with Flavors of Vietnam, a 10-day culinary…
Hayleys PLC crowned Champions at spectacular Standard Chartered Cup 2025
-Winning team presented all inclusive trip to Liverpool, UK to watch a live Premier League Match at the prestigious Anfield Stadium Welcoming the two finalists of the SC Cup to the field for the final match The Standard Chartered Cup…
Meta trains Sri Lanka Govt media officials
US multinational technology company, Meta Platforms, Inc., has launched a Digital Government Day program to upskill media secretaries and representatives of state media institutions. The Digital Government Day program has been launched in partnership with the Ministry of Digital Economy…
Corruption : Shasheendra Rajapaksa further remanded
Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, who was arrested in connection with corruption allegations, has been further remanded until 29th August. The Colombo Magistrate’s Court further remanded Shasheendra Rajapaksa after he was produced before the court today. The Bribery Commission arrested…
Insurance Cover granted for players & support staff of Major Club Teams
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) says it has provided insurance cover for 350 first-class players and team support staff covering the year 2025/26 Major Club Season. Issuing a statement, the SLC said that, accordingly, 280 players and 70 team support staff…
Ranil’s arrest : New updates as case begins
Happening Now: The hearing on the case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the misuse of state funds has commenced at the Fort Magistrate’s Court in Colombo. Submissions are currently being made in court by the state and Ranil…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (26 Aug), compared to Monday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 298.23 to Rs. 298.47,…