Murder at JVP meeting : SC upholds death sentence of Julampitiye Amare
The Supreme Court today (Oct. 7) upheld the death sentence imposed on G.G. Amarasinghe, popularly known as “Julampitiya Amare,” by the Tangalle High Court over a double murder committed in 2012. A bench comprising Justices Janak de Silva, Sobhitha Rajakaruna,…
Rs. 1 million homes for low-income families handed over in Kalutara
Five newly built houses were handed over to low-income families in the Kalutara District under the government’s new initiative, “Thamange Theanak – Lassana Jeewithayak” (A Place of Their Own – A Beautiful Life). The program aims to support families unable…
IMF delegation meets President AKD : Details
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reaffirmed that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) remains a vital partner in Sri Lanka’s accelerated journey from crisis to recovery, emphasizing that the government regards IMF support not merely as external assistance, but as an integral…
People’s Bank unveils ‘People’s Tower’ as new Head Office
‘People’s Tower’, the new head office building of People’s Bank, was ceremonially declared open today (07) at No. 374, Dr. Colvin R. de Silva Mawatha, Colombo 2. The building was declared open under the patronage of the Governor of the…
07 students hospitalized after chemical exposure at school lab
Seven Grade 7 students from a school in Dambulla have been admitted to the hospital after coming into contact with a chemical substance. Among the affected students are five male students and two female students. It is reported that during…
“Explore Sri Lanka” tourism photo exhibition held in Jordan
A four-day photo exhibition titled “Explore Sri Lanka” was inaugurated at the Royal Cultural Centre in Amman, Jordan, last week (01), presenting a captivating collection of photographs highlighting Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage, pristine landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant traditions….
Public warned of Telegram, WhatsApp online fraud
The Sri Lankan Police has warned the public of various fraudulent activities being carried out by exploiting social media platforms such as Telegram, WhatsApp, etc., via the internet. According to the Police, there are instances where fraudsters are obtaining the…
Lightning advisory : Red alert issued to 10 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Northern, North-Central, Central, Eastern and Uva Provinces. Per the advisory, effective until 11.00 pm today, red alerts have been issued to 15 districts, while amber alerts have…
Two suspects arrested over Hungama double murder
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the brutal killing of a couple using sharp weapons at a house in the Wadigala area of Hungama today. According to the Acting Police Media Spokesman, Minura Senarath, preliminary investigations have revealed…
Sri Lankan para athletes return home with 02 bronze medals
Sri Lanka’s team of para athletes who competed at the Para World Championships in New Delhi, India, returned to the island early this morning (Oct. 7). The championship, held from September 27 to October 5, featured 980 athletes from 100…