Tax returns : Important notice from IRD
The Inland Revenue Department has issued a public notice urging the submission of income tax returns for the 2024/2025 assessment year by the end of November. According to the Department, all individuals registered for income tax, under the specified assessment…
Four new foreign university partnerships for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is set to sign five-year memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with four foreign institutions across in China, India and Japan in a bid to boost the internationalization of its higher education sector. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the…
Former MPs among 31 suspects identified in 2022 attack on ‘GotaGoGama’
The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that several former Members of Parliament are among the 31 identified suspects in connection with the May 2022 attack on the Galle Face protest site known as “GotaGoGama.” Senior State Counsel Sajith…
Rain expected in some Provinces today
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Northern and Uva provinces and in the Trincomalee district after 2.00 pm today. According to the Department of Meteorology, a few showers are likely in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and…
Zohran Mamdani declares victory in New York City’s mayoral election
Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old democratic socialist whose focus on working-class issues and personal magnetism attracted a diverse coalition of volunteers and supporters to propel a once-underdog campaign, will win New York City’s general election race for mayor, CNN projects. Mamdani beat former New York Gov….
4 killed in separate road accidents
4 people were killed in separate road accidents reported on Tuesday (Nov 4) in Wellampitiya, Katuwana, Veralabadda, and Tangalle Police areas. * Wellampitiya: A 22-year-old motorcyclist from Kittampahuwa died after his motorcycle collided with the rear of a parked lorry…
31-year-old man murdered over alleged extramarital affair
A 31-year-old resident of Samagipura, Maha Oya, was found dead at his home on Tuesday night (Nov 4). Investigations revealed that the victim had maintained an extramarital relationship with the wife of the suspect, who subsequently attacked and killed him…
25-year-old woman murdered; husband surrenders to police
Police in Ichchankulam have launched an investigation after a 25-year-old woman was found dead with head injuries at her home in the Kalimadu area on Tuesday (Nov 4). According to police, the woman’s husband, aged 33, surrendered to the Eravur…
India Vs Pakistan ugly incidents : 4 players punished
The International Cricket Council has confirmed the outcomes of several Code of Conduct proceedings arising from matches played during the Asia Cup. The hearings were conducted by members of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees following incidents in…
Interest Free Student Loans Scheme : Details announced
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has announced that applications are now open for the 10th intake of the Interest Free Student Loans Scheme (IFSL) for students who have passed the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in 2022,…