‘Trivial charges’: Shashi Tharoor condemns arrest of ex-Sri Lankan president
Indian politician Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has expressed concern over the detention of former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, warning against what he described as “the politics of vengeance.” In a post on social media, Tharoor said the former leader…
Afghanistan & Bangladesh announce Asia Cup squad
Bangladesh Squad Announcement Bangladesh has revealed a 16‑member squad for Asia Cup 2025, with Litton Das confirmed as captain. A notable highlight is the return of wicketkeeper-batter Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan after nearly three years away from T20 internationals Afghanistan has officially…
Media minister comments on YouTuber’s arrest prediction of Ranil
Health and Media Minister and Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa said that the government has not interfered in any ongoing court proceedings and that all institutions have been given the space to carry out investigations independently. He made these remarks responding…
Weather today: Showers expected in some areas, fair conditions elsewhere
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 24 AUGUST 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 24 August 2025 A few showers may occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Showers or thundershowers may occur at a…
21-year-old killed in Boralesgamuwa shooting
A 21-year-old resident of Temple Road, Mount Lavinia, was shot dead in the early hours of today (24) while walking along Malani Bulathsinhala Mawatha in the Boralesgamuwa Police Division. Police said the victim, who had been returning home after a…
UK & Sri Lanka sign bilateral debt agreement
Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom signed a bilateral debt agreement on Friday (22 August), implementing the debt restructuring terms agreed with the Official Creditor Committee in June 2024. The agreement, signed by British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick and Finance…
GMOA to launch islandwide strike; slams fake posts linking action to Ranil
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced an islandwide trade union action from 8.00 a.m. on Monday (August 25). The decision was taken at the GMOA’s Executive Committee meeting held on August 21, citing what it called corrupt, arbitrary,…
Raids at Colombo cinemas over overpriced food sales
Raids were conducted at three cinema canteens in Colombo on Friday (22) by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) following complaints that products were being sold above the marked price at three cinema canteens in Colombo on Friday The Authority said…
Ranil transferred to ICU – Dr. Bellana
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was transferred from the Prison Hospital to the Colombo National Hospital earlier today, has been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Deputy Director of the Colombo National Hospital, Dr. Rukshan Bellana, said doctors recommended…
“I’ve always worked for the country”: UNP plays Ranil recording prior to arrest
The United National Party (UNP) held a press conference earlier today (23), raising concerns about the motive behind the arrest and detention of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. During the briefing, the party’s assistant leader, Akila Viraj Kariyawasam, said that while…