What are the factors guiding voter preference in SL? : New EU survey reveals
A research report titled Factors Guiding Voter Preference in Elections in Sri Lanka, shows that voters overwhelmingly prioritised candidates who would offer clear strategies to address the economic crisis, fight corruption and ensure good governance. The report, commissioned by the…
‘Muslim in the Dock’ by Lukman Harees book launch in Colombo
Award-winning UK-based Sri Lankan author, writer and human rights activist Lukman Harees’ latest book on ‘Muslim in the Dock’ will be launched on Sunday, 20th July 2025 at 04.30 pm at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute, Colombo, following the recent launch…
Kahawatte youth murder : Four suspects arrested
Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting and murder of a youth in Kahawatte on 30th June. According to the Police, a jeep, a car, and three motorcycles used in the crime were recovered. The arrests were…
Illegal vehicle case : Sujeewa Senasinghe granted bail
Member of Parliament Sujeewa Senasinghe was granted bail today after appearing in court regarding a case involving an illegally assembled luxury vehicle valued at approximately Rs. 100 million. The MP was granted bail after appearing before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s…
Opposition Leader & MPs in court for Sujeewa’s case
A group of opposition politicians, including opposition leader Sajith Premadasa, arrived at the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today, where MP Sujeewa Senasinghe is expected to appear this morning. MP Sujeewa Senasinghe, who had recently recorded a statement with the Criminal…
Govt launches ‘Artha’ to support 9,000+ children in care homes
The “Artha” National Programme, a government initiative aimed at providing a monthly allowance to children residing in orphanages and childcare centres, was officially launched under the patronage of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya on Tuesday. The inaugural ceremony of the national…
Govt announces new protected reserves in 03 districts
Government forest lands in the Monaragala, Ampara, and Kandy districts were officially declared as protected reserves under the government’s “Vanaspathi” National Programme. In the Monaragala District, the newly declared reserves include Agare, Bandarawadiya, Kudagodakanda, Millakele, Wantibbagoda, and Weheragalakanda in the…
Man caught at BIA smuggling Rs. 1.1 Bn worth of gold
An individual has been taken into custody by airport customs officials with 35 kilograms of gold valued at Rs. 01.1 billion, which was brought into the country illegally. The gold had reportedly been concealed in nine specially designed devices resembling…
Young Sri Lankan politicians in India for 02 week program
A delegation of 24 young political leaders from 14 Sri Lankan parties has arrived in India, marking the start of a two‑week official visit. The group met with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. “Foreign Secretary emphasised their valuable role in…
SC set to hear 1999 murder case against former minister
The Supreme Court has set a hearing for September 3 to review a special appeal filed by the Attorney General, challenging a 2020 Court of Appeal decision that dismissed the indictment against former Minister Janaka Bandara Tennakoon. According to Divaina…