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Tensions erupt following Ranjan Ramanayake’s political conference over compensation
Tensions erupt following Ranjan Ramanayake’s political conference over compensation
A tense situation unfolded outside the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium following the conclusion of a conference of the United Democratic Voice, the new alliance led by prominent figure Ranjan Ramanayake. MORE..
Bus in Mexico crashes after colliding with trailer that detached from truck killing 24
Bus in Mexico crashes after colliding with trailer that detached from truck killing 24
A bus tipped over in central Mexico after colliding with a trailer that detached from a truck transporting corn, killing 24 people and injuring five, Mexican authorities said Saturday. MORE..
12 Indian fishermen arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters
12 Indian fishermen arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters
Sri Lanka Navy has seized an Indian fishing boat and apprehend 12 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters, during a special operation conducted off Point Pedro, Jaffna today (27). MORE..
Two Russians arrested for staying without valid visas
Two Russians arrested for staying without valid visas
Kandy Tourist Police Unit has arrested a Russian couple who were residing in the country without valid visas in violation of immigration and emigration regulations. MORE..
Passenger arrested with over 5 kg of ‘Ice’ at BIA
Passenger arrested with over 5 kg of ‘Ice’ at BIA
A passenger arriving from Malaysia has been arrested while in the possession of over 05 kilograms of ‘Ice’ drugs (crystal methamphetamine), at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake. MORE..
Police open fire at lorry in Sooriyawewa
Police open fire at lorry in Sooriyawewa
Police have opened fire at a lorry that refused to comply with orders to stop for inspection, in the Meegahajadura area of Sooriyawewa today (27). MORE..
2024 General Election: Distribution of official polling cards begins
2024 General Election: Distribution of official polling cards begins
The Postal Department announced that the distribution of official polling cards for the upcoming parliamentary elections will begin today (Oct 27). MORE..
Train services on Northern Line to resume tomorrow
Train services on Northern Line to resume tomorrow
The train services from Colombo Fort to Kankasanturai which was halted for months owing to the maintenance and development activities will resume starting tomorrow, October 28, the Department of Railways has announced. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island
The Department of Meteorology says showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara and Mannar districts. MORE..
NPP tops Elpitiya PS Election
NPP tops Elpitiya PS Election
The results of the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Election was released last night, with the National People’s Power (NPP) coming out on top. MORE..
At least 124 killed after Sudan’s RSF attack village, activists say
At least 124 killed after Sudan’s RSF attack village, activists say
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed at least 124 people in a village in El Gezira State on Friday, activists said, in one of the deadliest incidents of an 18-month war and largest in a spate of attacks in the state. MORE..
Iran raises the death toll from Israel’s attack to 4, all from its military air defense
Iran raises the death toll from Israel’s attack to 4, all from its military air defense
Iran has raised the death toll from Israel’s attack to four and said all served in the country’s military air defense. MORE..
Candidate’s wife assaulted during election canvassing in Pannipitiya
Candidate’s wife assaulted during election canvassing in Pannipitiya
Kanthi Kodikara, the wife of parliamentary candidate Upali Kodikara, has reportedly been attacked in Pannipitiya while she was distributing election campaign leaflets. MORE..
Heavy showers above 75 mm expected in parts of the island tomorrow
Heavy showers above 75 mm expected in parts of the island tomorrow
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara and Mannar districts tomorrow (27), the Department of Meteorology warned. MORE..
Elpitiya PS Election concludes with over 50% voter turnout
Elpitiya PS Election concludes with over 50% voter turnout
The Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Election concluded today (26) at 4.00 p.m., with a reported voter turnout of 63% at close of polling at 4:00 p.m., according to Galle District Returning Officer W.A. Dharmasiri. MORE…
McDonald’s formally ends franchise operations in Sri Lanka
McDonald’s formally ends franchise operations in Sri Lanka
McDonald’s Corporation and International Restaurant Systems (Private) Limited have mutually agreed to end their franchise relationship in Sri Lanka. The companies reached a legal settlement that both parties found agreeable. MORE..
Shooting reported in Ratnapura
Shooting reported in Ratnapura
A house in the Marapana area of Ratnapura has been targeted in a shooting early this morning (26), at around 2.00 a.m. MORE..
CEB proposes 6% electricity tariff revision for December
CEB proposes 6% electricity tariff revision for December
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted its proposal for a possible tariff revision in December to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), marking the third quarterly review for the year. MORE..
“Money cannot buy our opposition” – Dilith Jayaweera
“Money cannot buy our opposition” – Dilith Jayaweera
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ alliance and Gampaha District parliamentary candidate, entrepreneur Dilith Jayaweera says that there is no strategy in the program presented by the current government. MORE..
Former MP Lohan Ratwatte’s vehicle involved in accident
Former MP Lohan Ratwatte’s vehicle involved in accident
A vehicle reportedly belonging to former Member of Parliament Lohan Ratwatte has been involved in an accident at the Dangahamula Junction along the Padeniya-Anuradhapura road, within the Wariyapola Police Division. MORE..
Elpitiya PS Election: Voter turnout as at 10am
Elpitiya PS Election: Voter turnout as at 10am
The voter turnout for the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Election, which commenced across 48 centers at 7:00 a.m. today (26), has been reported as 25 percent as of 10:00 a.m., according to Galle District Returning Officer W.A. Dharmasiri. MORE..
EU reaffirms assistance to Sri Lanka in expanding market access, employment opportunities
EU reaffirms assistance to Sri Lanka in expanding market access, employment opportunities
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the European Union (EU) Delegation, led by EU Ambassador H.E. Carmen Moreno, today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
After wave of airstrikes, Israel says its retaliation against Iran is complete
After wave of airstrikes, Israel says its retaliation against Iran is complete
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that it has completed a series of airstrikes against Iranian military sites, termed “Days of Repentance,” in response to ongoing attacks from Iran, including a significant missile barrage on October 1. MORE..
Iraq suspends all air traffic as Israel strikes Iran: state media
Iraq suspends all air traffic as Israel strikes Iran: state media
Iraq suspended all air traffic Saturday at its airports until further notice after Israel launched air strikes against Iran. MORE..
Elpitiya PS Election begins
Elpitiya PS Election begins
The Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Election has commenced at 7:00 a.m. today (26), with eight recognized political parties and an independent group competing to elect 29 members. MORE..
