31 suspects, including ex-MPs, to be indicted over attack on ‘Gota Go Gama’ protesters – AG tells court
The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that 31 suspects have been identified in connection with the investigation into the violent attack on the “Gota Go Gama” protest site at Galle Face in May 2022 during the ‘Aragalaya’ movement and that charges would also be filed against then Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon. MORE..
- Sajith meets Indian FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
- Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties with the Holy See
- Protest over delay in releasing BYD vehicles from customs
- Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail
- Vatican reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen ethnic and religious harmony
- Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84
- Former Fisheries Corp. chairman and 3 others arrested
- GovPay crosses Rs. 1 Billion in digital payments, onboards 200+ state institutions
- India, Sri Lanka need workable framework to address fishermen issue: Sajith Premadasa
- 31 suspects, including ex-MPs, to be indicted over attack on ‘Gota Go Gama’ protesters – AG tells court
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India, Sri Lanka need workable framework to address fishermen issue: Sajith Premadasa
Calling the fishermen issue between India and Sri Lanka a “very important” and long-standing one, Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has said that both countries must cooperate to establish a proper, workable framework guided by international law to address the matter. MORE..
GovPay crosses Rs. 1 Billion in digital payments, onboards 200+ state institutions
The Ministry of Digital Economy today announced a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey, as GovPay, the Government’s digital payment platform surpassed Rs. 1 billion in transactions and onboarded over 200 government organizations nationwide. MORE..
Former Fisheries Corp. chairman and 3 others arrested
Former Chairman of the Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Lalith Daulagala and three other officials have been arrested by officers of the Bribery Commission. MORE..
Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, a driving force behind the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, was considered by presidential historians as one of the most powerful vice presidents in U.S. history. MORE..
Vatican reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen ethnic and religious harmony
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations of the Holy See, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail
Former Secretary to the Ministry of Finance Charitha Ratwatte has been granted bail after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (04). MORE..
Protest over delay in releasing BYD vehicles from customs
A protest was held in Colombo today (04) demanding a resolution to the delay in releasing BYD vehicles currently held by Sri Lanka Customs. MORE..
Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties with the Holy See
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath has met and held official bilateral discussions with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sajith meets Indian FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa who is currently visiting India has met with Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. MORE..
Cabinet grants approval to obtain US$ 100 million for tourism sector development programme
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to obtain a loan of USD 100 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to implement the Sustainable Tourism Sector Development Programme (STSDP). MORE..
Govt to procure 100 motorcycles and 50 three-wheelers for STF
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the resolution submitted to purchase 100 motorcycles with a 125cc engine capacity and 50 three-wheelers for the Special Task Force (STF). MORE..
Cabinet approves ‘Road Protection Action Plan’ to reduce road accidents
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal presented to implement the ‘Road Protection Action Plan - 2025-2026’, to improve the quality of road infrastructure and minimize road accidents. MORE..
Vehicle used by Ambalangoda gunmen found
The car used by the suspects in this morning’s (04) shooting in front of the main public library belonging to the Ambalangoda Urban Council has been found. MORE..
No wind power plants in Mannar without residents’ consent – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has informed authorities not to implement wind power projects without the consent of the people living in the Mannar island. MORE..
Cabinet nod given to recruit female Railway Engine Drivers and Station Masters
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval, on policy terms, to recruit female officers to the posts of Railway Engine Driver, Railway Superintendent, Station Master and Railway Supervisory Manager, in accordance with the powers vested in the Cabinet under Sub-Article (1) of Article 55 of the Constitution of Sri Lanka. MORE..
GovPay crosses Rs. 1 Billion in digital payments, onboards 200+ state institutions
The Ministry of Digital Economy today announced a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey, as GovPay, the Government’s digital payment platform surpassed Rs. 1 billion in transactions and onboarded over 200 government organizations nationwide. MORE..
Former Fisheries Corp. chairman and 3 others arrested
Former Chairman of the Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Lalith Daulagala and three other officials have been arrested by officers of the Bribery Commission. MORE..
Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, a driving force behind the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, was considered by presidential historians as one of the most powerful vice presidents in U.S. history. MORE..
Vatican reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen ethnic and religious harmony
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations of the Holy See, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Ex-Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail
Former Secretary to the Ministry of Finance Charitha Ratwatte has been granted bail after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (04). MORE..
Protest over delay in releasing BYD vehicles from customs
A protest was held in Colombo today (04) demanding a resolution to the delay in releasing BYD vehicles currently held by Sri Lanka Customs. MORE..
Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties with the Holy See
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath has met and held official bilateral discussions with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sajith meets Indian FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa who is currently visiting India has met with Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. MORE..
Cabinet grants approval to obtain US$ 100 million for tourism sector development programme
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to obtain a loan of USD 100 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to implement the Sustainable Tourism Sector Development Programme (STSDP). MORE..
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Technology
Apple releases iOS 26.1 update for iPhones
Apple has started rolling out the iOS 26.1 update for eligible iPhone models, introducing a new Liquid Glass setting, additional language support for Apple Intelligence-powered Live Translation, and several smaller refinements. MORE..
OpenAI, Amazon strike $38 billion agreement for ChatGPT maker to use AWS
OpenAI, Amazon strike $38 billion agreement for ChatGPT maker to use AWS
Amazon.com will supply OpenAI with cloud computing services under a multi-year $38 billion deal, giving the ChatGPT maker access to hundreds of thousands of Nvidia graphics processors to train and run its artificial intelligence models. MORE..
Trump says China, other countries can’t have Nvidia’s top AI chips
Trump says China, other countries can’t have Nvidia’s top AI chips
Artificial intelligence giant Nvidia’s most advanced chips will be reserved for U.S. companies and kept out of China and other countries, U.S. President Donald Trump said. MORE..
iPhone 18 Pro tipped to launch in burgundy, coffee, and fresh new colors
iPhone 18 Pro tipped to launch in burgundy, coffee, and fresh new colors
Apple seems to have developed a bit of a flair for drama lately, and no, we’re not talking about its keynote events. MORE..
Entertainment
‘Wicked’ star Jonathan Bailey named ‘sexiest man alive’ by People magazine
English actor Jonathan Bailey, who returns to movie theaters this month in the musical film “Wicked: For Good,” was named this year’s “sexiest man alive” by People magazine on Monday. MORE..
Wild At Heart actress Diane Ladd dies at 89
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Diane Ladd, three-time Academy Award nominee and star of Wild at Heart, has died at 89. MORE..
Michael Jackson’s estate paid $2.5 million to settle sexual abuse claims ahead of biopic release
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Michael Jackson’s estate made a quiet payment of $2.5 million earlier this year to five accusers who alleged decades-long sexual abuse by the late pop icon, completing a $16.5 million settlement originally reached in 2020, reported Financial Times. MORE..
‘Conjuring’ prequel movie in the works after ‘Last Rites’ breaks franchise box office records
‘Conjuring’ prequel movie in the works after ‘Last Rites’ breaks franchise box office records
Audiences haven’t seen the last of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who will return in another “Conjuring” movie. MORE..
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Sports
Aryna Sabalenka to face Nick Kyrgios in ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match
World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match in the United Arab Emirates later this year. MORE..
Agent arrested after English Premier League player ‘threatened with gun’
A football agent has been arrested after allegedly threatening a Premier League footballer with a gun. MORE..
Sri Lanka team to tour Pakistan for ODI and T20I Tri-Series on Saturday
The Sri Lanka national men’s team will tour Pakistan to participate in an ODI series and a T20I Tri-Series, Sri Lanka Cricket has announced. MORE..
BCCI announces INR 510 million cash reward for India’s World Cup-winning team
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash prize of INR 510 million for the Indian women’s team following their title win at the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. MORE..
Women’s World Cup Final: India posts 298/7 against South Africa
India spearheaded by Shafali Verma posted an impressive 298/7 in their allotted 50 overs against South Africa in the final of the 2025 Women’s World Cup in Mumbai. MORE..
